Counting Down Pokemon Favorites : GENERATION 1

Continuing the Pokemon countdown of my favorites from each generation! 

So, I've selection three Pokemon from each; one winner, and two runner-ups. 

This is taking into account my feelings of the Pokemon's design, stats, and my personal experience with them in battle.

I won't include legendaries in the generations; just normal Pokemon.
Legendaries got their own post.

Today I've going to touch base with ....

Best Pokemon From GENERATION 1

Runner-Ups

BULBASAUR
the Seed Pokemon

Generation I Red A strange seed was planted on its back at birth. The plant sprouts and grows with this Pokémon. Blue Yellow It can go for days without eating a single morsel. In the bulb on its back, it stores energy. Stadium The bulb-like pouch on its back grows larger as it ages. The pouch is filled with numerous seeds.

Generation II Gold The seed on its back is filled with nutrients. The seed grows steadily larger as its body grows. Silver It carries a seed on its back right from birth. As it grows older, the seed also grows larger. Crystal While it is young, it uses the nutrients that are stored in the seeds on its back in order to grow. Stadium 2 The seed on its back is filled with nutrients. The seed grows steadily larger as its body grows.

Generation III Ruby Bulbasaur can be seen napping in bright sunlight. There is a seed on its back. By soaking up the sun's rays, the seed grows progressively larger. Sapphire Emerald FireRed There is a plant seed on its back right from the day this Pokémon is born. The seed slowly grows larger. LeafGreen A strange seed was planted on its back at birth. The plant sprouts and grows with this Pokémon.

Generation IV Diamond For some time after its birth, it grows by gaining nourishment from the seed on its back. Pearl Platinum HeartGold The seed on its back is filled with nutrients. The seed grows steadily larger as its body grows. SoulSilver It carries a seed on its back right from birth. As it grows older, the seed also grows larger.

Generation V Black For some time after its birth, it grows by gaining nourishment from the seed on its back. White Black 2 For some time after its birth, it grows by gaining nourishment from the seed on its back. White 2

Generation VI X A strange seed was planted on its back at birth. The plant sprouts and grows with this Pokémon. Y For some time after its birth, it grows by gaining nourishment from the seed on its back.

He's #1 for a reason! Bulbasaur has had to grow (no pun intended) on me since Red/Blue days.  I was always more inclined to pick Charmander or Squirtle simply for their 'coolness' factor, and as a kid, I didn't understand how a frog with a giant flower on its back could be cooler than a dragon or a turtle with cannons. On one chance playthrough though, I decided to use him- and it revolutionized my Pokemon gameplay as we know it. I became a believer in Grass and Poison type Pokemon. They are versatile- bulky, special, support, set-up, kamikaze- any kind of move-set you want, and they are underestimated. Bulbasaur seems like a pretty laidback Pokemon too, so not only do I like it on a competitive level, but a personal level. Bulbasaur and I would be great friends in the Pokemon world. I choose this as my starter.

ARCANINE
the 'Legendary' Pokemon

Generation I Red A Pokémon that has been admired since the past for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings. Blue Yellow A legendary Pokémon inChina. Many people are charmed by its grace and beauty while running. Stadium A Pokémon whose beauty is legendary in China. It is said to run gracefully and lightly, as if it were flying.

Generation II Gold This legendary Chinese Pokémon is considered magnificent. Many people are enchanted by its grand mane. Silver Its magnificent bark conveys a sense of majesty. Anyone hearing it can't help but grovel before it. Crystal An ancient picture scroll shows that people were attracted to its movement as it ran through prairies. Stadium 2 This legendary Chinese Pokémon is considered magnificent. Many people are enchanted by its grand mane.

Generation III Ruby Arcanine is known for its high speed. It is said to be capable of running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within this Pokémon's body is its source of power. Sapphire Emerald This fleet-footed Pokémon is said to run over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within its body is its source of power. FireRed A Pokémon that is described in Chinese legends. It is said to race at an unbelievable speed. LeafGreen A Pokémon that has long been admired for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings.

Generation IV Diamond Its proud and regal appearance has captured the hearts of people since long ago. Pearl Platinum HeartGold This legendary Chinese Pokémon is considered magnificent. Many people are enchanted by its grand mane. SoulSilver Its magnificent bark conveys a sense of majesty. Anyone hearing it can't help but grovel before it.

Generation V Black Its proud and regal appearance has captured the hearts of people since long ago. White Black 2 The sight of it running over6,200 miles in a single day and night has captivated many people. White 2

Generation VI X A Pokémon that has long been admired for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings. Y Its magnificent bark conveys a sense of majesty. Anyone hearing it can't help but grovel before it.

Arcanine was one of my favorites as a kid, and continues to be through the Pokemon canon lore. I mean, come on, it's a huge fluffy flaming dog! -what is not to love about that? Arcanine was a serious competitor in Red/Blue days, but has been overshadowed by some newer Fire-type Pokemon. Arcanine still wins me over as one of my favorite Fire-type because it looks fierce, sounds fierce, but is also sweet and loyal like any dog in the real world. Science could definitely reproduce a Growlithe / Arcanine, and part of that reality aspect draws me to Arcanine.

---- WINNER! ----

WIGGLYTUFF
the Balloon Pokemon

Generation I Red The body is soft and rubbery. When angered, it will suck in air and inflate itself to an enormous size. Blue Yellow Its body is full of elasticity. By inhaling deeply, it can continue to inflate itself without limit. Stadium Its soft and supple skin allows it to expand like a balloon. If it gets angry, it inhales and inflates itself steadily.

Generation II Gold Their fur feels so good that if two of them snuggle together, they won't want to be separated. Silver It has a very fine fur. Take care not to make it angry, or it may inflate steadily and hit with aBody Slam. Crystal The rich, fluffy fur that covers its body feels so good that anyone who feels it can't stop touching it. Stadium 2 Their fur feels so good that if two of them snuggle together, they won't want to be separated.

Generation III Ruby Wigglytuff has large, saucerlike eyes. The surfaces of its eyes are always covered with a thin layer of tears. If any dust gets in this Pokémon's eyes, it is quickly washed away. Sapphire Wigglytuff's body is very flexible. By inhaling deeply, this Pokémon can inflate itself seemingly without end. Once inflated, Wigglytuff bounces along lightly like a balloon. Emerald Its fur is the ultimate in luxuriousness. Sleeping alongside a Wigglytuff is simply divine. Its body expands seemingly without end when it inhales. FireRed Its fur is extremely fine, dense, and supple. The exquisitely pleasant fur conveys an image of luxury. LeafGreen The body is soft and rubbery. When angered, it will suck in air and inflate itself to an enormous size.

Generation IV Diamond Its fine fur feels sublime to the touch. It can expand its body by inhaling air. Pearl Platinum HeartGold Their fur feels so good that if two of them snuggle together, they won't want to be separated. SoulSilver It has a very fine fur. Take care not to make it angry, or it may inflate steadily and hit with abody slam.

Generation V Black Its fine fur feels sublime to the touch. It can expand its body by inhaling air. White Black 2 Its fine fur feels so pleasant, those who accidentally touch it cannot take their hands away. White 2

Generation VI X Their fur feels so good that if two of them snuggle together, they won't want to be separated. Y The body is soft and rubbery. When angered, it will suck in air and inflate itself to an enormous size.

Okay, so Wigglytuff isn't the first Pokemon that comes to mind whenever people are talking about Generation 1 Pokemon. That's because honestly it wasn't a good Pokemon to battle in Generation 1; you only got a Wigglytuff to complete your Pokedex, and Moon Stones aren't easy to come by. Fast forward to about Generation 3, and Wigglytuff and other normal types get some appreciation because normals can learn a vast pool of movesets, and since Wigglytuff is essentially an HP tank, this makes for all sorts of cruel tricks. My Wigglytuff Louisa on my Pokemon Emerald nuzlocke is easily my MVP for all of these reasons.... now that it is dual-typed in Generation 6, Wigglytuff is one of the few unstoppable Pokemon. No more weakness to Dragons and Darks but with a new way to kick Fighting ass -- more and more people are coming to appreciate this pink fluffball, myself included. I have REALLY come to love this Pokemon.