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Due to oversleeping, Ash misses out on the standard starter Pokémon (Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle). Professor Oak gives him the only one left: a stubborn and disobedient Pikachu .

The Spearow calls its flock, and they relentlessly attack Ash and Pikachu. To escape, Ash "borrows" a bike from a girl named Misty , which he eventually wrecks.

After the battle, Ash and Pikachu see a mysterious, shimmering golden bird flying toward a rainbow. This Pokémon was later revealed to be Ho-Oh , a legendary Pokémon that had not yet been officially introduced in the games at that time. Deep Guide Details Pokemon ep 1.mp4

The sighting of Ho-Oh at the end of the episode is often interpreted as a symbol of Ash's "eternal youth" or his destiny to become a Pokémon Master. Where to Watch

Ash attempts to catch a Pidgey without Pikachu's help but fails repeatedly. In frustration, he throws a rock at what he thinks is another Pidgey, but it turns out to be an aggressive Spearow . Due to oversleeping, Ash misses out on the

Directed by Kunihiko Yuyama and produced by OLM Inc.. Voice Cast:

The opening battle of the episode, featuring a Gengar and a Nidorino , is a direct recreation of the intro cinematic from the Pokémon Red and Blue video games. To escape, Ash "borrows" a bike from a

The very first episode of the Pokémon anime, titled , aired in Japan on April 1, 1997, and in the United States on September 8, 1998. It serves as the foundation for the entire series, introducing the protagonist, Ash Ketchum, and his iconic partner, Pikachu. Plot Summary & Key Events