8 Times Ash Ketchum Proved Himself A Pokemon Master

At the end of the day, one bond that will never be broken is that between Ash and his starter Pokemon - and above all else, it shows just why he is worthy to hold the title of a Master.

He could have never made another capture across his career and yet his partnership with the Electric-type would still have served as a suitable reminder of his talents. The two may have had a slightly rocky start, but they've stuck with each other through thick and thin ever since.

Their relationship sums up the knowledge, the faith, the attitude, the companionship and the affection that all makes up part of the wider Ash Ketchum persona - simply put, without Pikachu, he would have not grown to become the trainer he is, and without him, his partner would have not forged his own compassion too. They are inseparable - and their bond is a tribute to the way others should hold their friendships accountable.