8 Times Ash Ketchum Proved Himself A Pokemon Master
6. His Boundless Compassion
Despite two decades on the road, his suspicious lack of aging could have led Ash to a degree of stunted development - and while he may be plagued by the occasional bouts of immaturity, he's nearly always willing to see the best in people.
Take his relationship with the Team Rocket trio of Jessie, James and Meowth, who have effectively stalked him across every corner of the world. When the going gets tough, he knows that he can remarkably trust on them to have his back - and he wouldn't do that if he didn't believe in their better selves.
Likewise, he's come across so many in need on the road that he's helped with his idealism - be it Pokemon or person - that it's hard not to marvel at his depths. Some may claim it's a naive streak - we say it's a powerful purity few can match.