It’s been 21 years since the first Pokémon game hit the market, millions of people have played it. This guide highlights the best choice for a Shiny starter Pokémon from every generation.
Treecko
Treecko is a Grass-type Pokémon also known as the Forest Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation 3 and you can find it on Route 1 of your game. It has the abilities Overgrow and Unburden. It will evolve into a Grovyle at Level 16 and a Sceptile at Level 36. Its stats are 3 Speed, 45 Catch Rate, and 239 Exp. Points. It has a base friendship of 50 and a growth rate of Medium Slow. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Mudkip
Mudkip is a Water-type Pokémon having a 0.4 meters height and 7.6 kilograms weight. Mudkip is known as the Mud Fish Pokémon and it was introduced to players in Generation 3. It has the ability to Torrent. A PokéBall has a 5.9% chance of catching it if you have full health and it is at a Friendship level of 50. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Rowlet
Rowlet is a brand new Grass/Flying type Pokémon that was introduced in 7th Generation. It weighs only 3.3 pounds. It is known as the Grass Quill Pokémon because it has a leafy quill on its head. Rowlet has a base friendship of 50, and its ability is Overgrow, which powers up its moves in battle. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 15 (3,599–3,855 steps).
Fennekin
Fennekin is a Fire type Pokémon, also known as the Fox Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation 6. Fennekin evolves into Braixen at level 16, with Blaze as its hidden ability. It has high stats for its type, including 1 Special Attack and a catch rate of 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP). Ennekin also has a high Base Friendship stat, making it friendly towards most other Pokémon. The egg group of this pokemon is a field. The gender of this pokemon is 87.5% male, 12.5% female. The egg cycles of the pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Chespin
Chespin is a Grass type Pokémon, also known as the Spiny Nut Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation 6. Chespin can evolve into Quilladin at level 16 if it has a Steel-type attack used on it during battle. It has the Spiny Nut Ability, which gives it an increased chance of catching prey with its PokéBall. Its Defense stat is 1 higher than average, and its Catch rate is also 5.9% higher when at full health. The egg group of this pokemon is Field. The gender of this pokemon is 87.5% male, 12.5% female. The egg cycles of the pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Torchic
Torchic is a fire-type Pokémon that was introduced in Generation 3. Torchic is known as the chick Pokémon, it is 0.4 m (1′04″) tall and weighs 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs). Its abilities include blaze, and its base friendship is 50 (normal). Torchic grows slowly and has a catch rate of 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP). The egg cycles of these pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Eevee
Eevee is a Normal type Pokémon, also known as the Evolution Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation 1, it can evolve into any other Normal type Pokémon. Eevee has the ability Anticipation, which makes it able to predict its opponents’ moves. Training EV yields 1 Special Defense, catch rate 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP), base Friendship 50 (normal), and base Exp 65 growth rate medium fast. The egg group of this pokemon is a field. The gender of this pokemon is 87.5% male, 12.5% female. The egg cycles of the pokemon are 35 (8,739–8,995 steps).
Chimchar
Chimchar is a Fire type Pokémon, known as the Chimp Pokémon because of its small size. It was introduced in Generation 4. Its abilities include Blaze and Iron Fist, which gives it an advantage when fighting against other fire-type Pokémon. It is known as the Chimp Pokémon. It has 1 Speed, a high Catch rate (45 with PokéBall, full HP), and a base Friendship of 50 (normal). Its growth rate is medium slow. The egg group of this pokemon is Field, Human-Like. The gender of this pokemon is 87.5% male, 12.5% female. The egg cycles of the pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Sobble
Sobble is a Water type Pokémon, it is 0.3 meters tall and weighs 4 kilograms. Sobble is a Water Lizard Pokémon. Its abilities are Torrent, which boosts the power of Water-type attacks when HP is low, and Special Defense, which raises the Special Defense stat. Its catch rate is 45 with a PokéBall at full HP and 5.9 percent if it’s at half HP. Its base friendship is 50, and its base experience yield is 62. Sobble grows slowly and its egg cycles are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Chikorita
Chikorita is a Grass type Pokémon with low attack and defense stats. It was introduced in Generation 2. The Overgrow ability allows it to grow stronger when its HP is low. Chikorita, but high Special Attack and Exp. stats. Chikorita’s catch rate is significantly lower when it’s in full health, but it benefits from a high 1 Special Defense stat. The egg group of this pokemon is Grass Monster. The gender of this pokemon is 87.5% male, 12.5% female. The egg cycles of the pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Litten
Litten is a Fire type Pokémon, it’s a Cat Pokémon having fur that resembles fire. Litten was introduced in Generation 7, it weighs around 9 pounds and can be found in hot environments such as deserts. Its stats are not impressive, but it has the ability to learn several moves from the Ember family of attacks. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 15 (3,599–3,855 steps).
Bulbasaur
Bulbasaur is a Grass/Poison type Pokémon, it is also known as the Seed Pokémon. Bulbasaur was introduced in Generation 1. Its Pokédex entry states that it grows quickly and can cover large areas with its vines, making it difficult to capture. Bulbasaur has the ability Overgrow, which allows it to grow plants even if they are not normally able to do so. It is known as the Seed Pokémon, due to its ability to produce seeds that grow new plants. Bulbasaur has a Special Attack stat of 45, and its Base Friendship stat is 50. Its Base Exp. is 64, and its growth rate is Medium Slow. The egg group of this pokemon is Grass Monster. The gender of this pokemon is 87.5% male, 12.5% female . The egg cycles of the pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Scorbunny
Scorbunny is a new fire rabbit Pokémon known as the Rabbit Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation 8, it is 0.3 meters tall and weighs 4.5 kilograms. Scorbunny’s ability is Blaze, which doubles its speed when it’s in trouble. Its catch rate for this Pokémon is 45, but with Poké Balls it is 5.9%. Scorbunny has a base friendship of 50, which is normal. Finally, Scorbunny grows slowly and evolves into Scorchill at level 38. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Grookey
Grookey is a Grass type Pokémon, which is 0.3 m tall and weighs 5 kg. It has the Overgrow ability and the Grassy Surge ability. Its Attack stat is 1, its catch rate is 45, its base friendship is 50, and its base experience yield is 62. It evolves into Grotle at level 17, which evolves into Torterra at level 32. The egg cycles of the pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Turtwig
Turtwig is a Grass type Pokémon, also known as the Tiny Leaf Pokémon. It is a small Pokémon that weighs 22.5 lbs and it was introduced in Generation 4. Its most notable feature is its green shell-like neck, which it uses to store energy. Its height is 0.4 m (1’04”) and weight is 10.2 kg (22.5 lbs). Its abilities are Overgrow and Grass Head, which allow it to power up when its health has been reduced. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Totodile
Totodile is a Water type Pokémon that was introduced in Generation 2. Totodile is the Big Jaw Pokémon, it is 0.6 meters tall and weighs 9.5 kilograms. The ability of Totodile is Torrent. When you catch it, its base friendship is 50 and its base experience yield is 63 points. Totodile’s growth rate is medium slow. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Popplio
Popplio is a Water-type Pokémon that is known as the Sea Lion Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation 7 that weighs seven and a half pounds and it is 1 foot 4 inches tall. The abilities of Popplio are Torrent and Special Attack. Its catch rate is 45 with a Poké Ball and full HP. It has a base friendship of 50 and a base experience of 64. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 15 (3,599–3,855 steps).
Pikachu
Pikachu is an Electric-type Pokémon, it is known as the Mouse Pokémon.
It was introduced in the first generation, it is 0.4m (1’04”) tall and weighs 6.0kg (13.2lbs). Pikachu has two abilities; Static and Lightning Rod. The base friendship for Pikachu is 50, and the base experience yield from battle is 112. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 10 (2,314–2,570 steps).
Charmander
Charmander is a Fire-type Pokémon, known as the Lizard Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation 1 and it has the Solar Power ability. Charmander’s height is 0.6 m (2′00″) and its weight is 8.5 kg (18.7 lbs). It has high catch rates and yields high EV values when caught with Poké Balls. Charmander is also known for its friendly nature, which makes it a popular choice for new Trainers. The egg group of this pokemon is Dragon, Monster. The gender of this pokemon is 87.5% male, 12.5% female. The egg cycles of the pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Tepig
Tepig is a Fire-type Pokémon, it is 1′08″ tall and weighs about 21.8 pounds. Its abilities are Blaze and its base friendship is 50. Tepig has a medium growth rate and its catch rate is 45 with a PokéBall (if it’s at full health). The egg cycles of these pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Snivy
Snivy is a grass snake Pokémon that is 0.6 meters tall and 8.1 kilograms in weight. It is known as the Grass Snake Pokémon. Its abilities are Overgrow and it gives 1 Speed EV point when caught. Its base friendship is 50 and its base experience yield is 62. Its growth rate is medium slow. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Oshawott
Oshawott is a Water-type Pokémon, it is known as the Sea Otter Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation 5 and it weighs only 5 pounds. Oshawott can use an attack called Torrent, which is a Water-type move. It is also capable of learning moves such as Razor Shell. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Squirtle
Squirtle is a Water-type Pokémon having the Torrent and Defense abilities. Squirtle is 0.5 meters tall and weighs only 9 kilograms and is part of the Pokémon family. The PokéBall has a 5.9% chance of capturing it when its health is full, and its base Friendship is 50. Its growth rate is Medium slow. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Froakie
Froakie is a Water type Pokémon, it is known as the Bubble Frog Pokémon. Froakie was introduced in Generation 6, it has Torrent as its ability, which allows it to create powerful currents of water. It has the ability to produce bubbles, and is known as the Bubble Frog Pokémon. Training it EV yields 1 Speed with a 5.9% catch rate when full HP; base Friendship is 50 (normal) and base Exp. 63 Growth Rate medium slow. The egg group of this pokemon is water 1. The gender of this pokemon is 87.5% male, 12.5% female. The egg cycles of the pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).