"Ah, is that one of the new trainers?"

Hello!! I'm Professor Nutmeg. I'm not a very experienced Pokemon Researcher, but I study how Pokemon and humans live alongside each other. I get a lot of new trainers asking which Pokemon they should start their journey with, so I decided to make this blog to share my research and answer those questions more efficiently. Feel free to ask me about my research!

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Pachirisu

Regions: Sinnoh, Unova, Kalos

Difficulty Raising: ⭐

Pachirisu are fun-loving and energetic little Pokemon, and they love climbing and running around. They prefer outdoors to indoors, but can easily get lost if they wander too far from home. That said, they can easily be convinced to stay inside, and often only do this to search for food; a Pachirisu provided with ample amount of food will rarely wander. On the subject of food, Pachirisu almost always hide bits of the food they're given, no matter the size of the original meal. They're very social, especially with their own kind, but they do need their own space every once in a while. If they really need a break and aren't getting it, then like many other electric type Pokemon, they will not hesitate to send off a spark of static electricity – though, they might bite instead, depending on their mood.

If you want to raise a Pachirisu, you'll have to be able to at least somewhat match their energy, and take them outside to play often. Despite their short size, they don't do too well in small apartments, as they need space to run around and let out energy. A climbing tower and scratching post made for small Pokemon would be great investments, as it would allow Pachirisu a space indoors for them to play without risk of damaging anything. Also, be prepared for surprises, as their fur balls contain static electricity and can give a shock if you don't wear proper equipment while cleaning them up! Proper equipment also goes for your house; remember to insulate anything your new buddy might chew on. Overall, Pachirisu are great for people in their teens and older who are energetic and currently have some free time they're willing to spare to care for a new friend.

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Minccino

Regions: Unova, Galar

Difficulty Raising: ⭐

Minccino are energetic, friendly, and neat Pokemon. They clean every corner of their living space, even to the point of what some call obsession. Minccino can become extremely distressed at seeing their home in disarray, and if they cannot manage to keep clean a large enough area for them to feel comfortable, their stress will begin to negatively impact their health. They do well in small houses and apartments, and love steady routines. They need attention like most other normal type Pokemon, but usually do alright if left alone for a few hours. However, it's best in situations such as this to leave a Minccino with a fellow Pokemon if possible, as they can get lonely and bored. Minccino are similar to feline Pokemon in many ways, but it's important to remember they are not felines and they behave differently than feline Pokemon.

If you're looking to raise a Minccino, it's important you not be a slob, as repeated messes can stress out a Minccino and cause it to develop health problems. It's especially important to keep where your Minccino sleeps clean, but the rest of your shared living space should be clean as well. On the topic of sleeping areas, Minccino can sleep in most soft places, from grassy gardens to beds to couch pillows – but they do best in covered makeshift "dens" made for other Pokemon such as Meowth and Glameow. Minccino are good partners for young children and beginner trainers, but don't often do well with trainers that travel an extreme amount. They do like to cuddle, so be prepared for your Minccino to jump in your lap if you're sitting down and it wants attention! Make sure to have toys on hand so your Minccino doesn't get bored, and your new friend will thrive in a clean, healthy home!

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Cleffa

Regions: Kanto, Johto, Alola, Galar

Difficulty Raising: ⭐⭐

Cleffa are very docile and friendly Pokemon, sometimes being too trusting for their own good. Unlike other baby Pokemon, they tend not to become cranky when it's late, and love to play outside at night. They are also rather playful, and often dance or play games when overly excited. However, they become lonely easily, and need plenty of attention every day. They also tend to become scared by fighting and shouting, and cry when things become too scary or loud. Cleffa that get too wrapped up in having fun can forget to take care of themselves, ignoring if they're hungry, tired, or thirsty until whatever game they're playing ends.

Cleffa are easier Pokemon to take care of, but not recommended as a trainer's first Pokemon due to how they need extra attention as baby Pokemon. Additionally, trainers will need to have good memory and be attentive to if their Cleffa needs to take a break, as Cleffa don't like stopping their fun, even to take care of themselves. Soft-spoken people tend to get along with Cleffa the best, especially ones that have gentle Pokemon. If you're looking to raise one of these Pokemon, you'll need to be willing to spend a lot of time with it, as well as spending a good amount of money on toys and other items – Cleffa usually need at least one comfort item to feel comfortable in new homes. Cleffa is a great Pokemon for trainers who have lots of free time or flexible work schedules, and don't have too many Pokemon that could be considered scary to this baby Pokemon.

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Mawile

Regions: Johto, Hoenn, Alola, Galar

Difficulty Raising: ⭐⭐⭐

Mawile can be very playful and mischievous, often biting trainers and other Pokemon as a prank. They also tend to be very aloof, and appear not to care even when they are very invested in things. They attach themselves to trainers quicker than some other tricky Pokemon, but often require that the trainer prove themselves to it first, and pamper it often. It often tries to get out of trouble by using its cute face, but is often more protective of its trainer than it pretends to be.

If you're looking to raise a Mawile, you'll need to be firm with it, and not be susceptible to fake tears or puppy eyes. You'll need to be able to give it its own space, and not take any lack of showing emotion as Mawile being uncaring. It helps if you don't get scared easily or can react positively to jumpscares, as Mawile often scare for fun. You'll need to play with Mawile often, and be able to buy it the material it needs to chew on to keep its teeth sharp and short – if you can't afford large steel beams, invest in a large chew toy made for Pokemon with strong jaws. Mawile is not a Pokemon for new trainers, but if you're experienced with more docile Pokemon, Mawile is a great Pokemon to start getting used to more difficult to raise Pokemon with.