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Harry Padoan

The starter you pick in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen means a lot more than you might think — here's why you need to choose carefully

Raikou appears in Pokémon LeafGreen.

Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen have been out for a couple of weeks now on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, and I’ve been loving these re-released classics. I’ve been busy filling out the Pokédex, hunting for shinies, and even battling with my friends in person.

But whether you’ve finished the game as I have, or if you’re just starting out, I’m sure you’ll agree that there’s one moment that sticks in the memory above all. Of course, I’m talking about selecting your starter. Bulbasaur, Charmander, or Squirtle…who will it be?

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