What is a starter Pokémon?

The first-partner Pokémon you choose at the start of a main-series game. Every generation offers a trio — one Grass, one Fire, and one Water — and this tool rolls from all nine generations' starters.

Can I roll only a Fire or Water starter?

Yes. The type filter limits the draw to Grass, Fire, or Water, so you get only the elemental line you want.

Does it cover every generation?

Yes. All twenty-seven starters from the nine core generations are in the pool, from the Kanto trio to the newest region.

Does it use official artwork?

No. It uses Pokémon names only, with no sprites or artwork, and isn't affiliated with or endorsed by Nintendo, Game Freak, or The Pokémon Company.

Random starter Pokémon generator

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Updated July 2026

Can't decide which starter to pick? This random starter Pokémon generator makes the classic first choice for you — press Generate and it hands you one of the first-partner Pokémon, from Bulbasaur to Sprigatito. Draw a single starter to commit to for a playthrough, or a handful to compare before you settle.

The opening choice of a new game is a rite of passage, and letting it fall to chance is a fun way to shake up a series you've played for years. Players starting a fresh run use it to break the habit of always reaching for the same type — the person who has picked the fire starter every game since childhood gets nudged into a grass or water run instead. It's a natural fit for a randomizer or a self-imposed challenge, where the starter you're dealt sets the tone for the whole adventure. And it settles plenty of friendly debates: draw one and let the roll end the 'which starter is best' argument for good.

Keep the draw on theme with the type filter. Narrow it to Grass, Fire, or Water — since every generation's trio follows that same three-type pattern — to roll only the elemental line you're in the mood for, or leave it open to let any starter from any region land. Turn on Unique to pull a set with no repeats, one from each type or a spread across the years.

Choose the output that suits you. A single starter in list view is the quickest pick; a grid lays a few out to weigh side by side; and the wheel spins to one for a suspenseful reveal before the run begins. Copy your pick into your notes, or share a link that carries your type filter so a friend rolls from the same set for a paired challenge.

These are Pokémon names only — no sprites — so the pick works as a prompt for any game in the series. Whether you're kicking off a new playthrough, running a type challenge, or just curious which starter you'd get today, your first partner is one tap away.

Frequently asked questions

What is a starter Pokémon?: The first-partner Pokémon you choose at the start of a main-series game. Every generation offers a trio — one Grass, one Fire, and one Water — and this tool rolls from all nine generations' starters.
Can I roll only a Fire or Water starter?: Yes. The type filter limits the draw to Grass, Fire, or Water, so you get only the elemental line you want.
Does it cover every generation?: Yes. All twenty-seven starters from the nine core generations are in the pool, from the Kanto trio to the newest region.
Does it use official artwork?: No. It uses Pokémon names only, with no sprites or artwork, and isn't affiliated with or endorsed by Nintendo, Game Freak, or The Pokémon Company.