8 Crazy Pokemon Fan Theories That Are DEFINITELY True

Ever wondered why so many fathers in the Pokémon world are nowhere to be seen? Not only that, but there are children out exploring the world as if they were mature adults, and in some cases young characters like Brock, Misty and Blue are holding down gyms. One theory suggests it's because a lot of adult male characters died in the great Pokémon war.

The fact there was a war with Pokémon involved is just straight up canon. Lt Surge tells you as much when you battle him in the Kanto region. It makes sense too; humans have always found more and more elaborate ways to kill each other in warfare. In a world with Arcanines and Alakazams, why wouldn't they be weaponised?

In fact, Lt Surge typifies the adults you meet in Pokémon. The majority of them are either older (like that dude who shows you how to catch Weedle), gym leaders, scientists (therefore not on the front lines) or members of Team Rocket.

Of course, none of this explains why there's only one bed in your house. The house you and your mother share. Night night, Red. Night night, mom.