Pokemon Silver is a role-playing video game developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo for the Game Boy Color handheld console in 1999. It is the second installment in the Pokemon series of games and is set in the fictional Johto region.
In Pokemon Silver, players take on the role of a young trainer who embarks on a journey to become the champion of the Pokemon League. Along the way, players catch and train various Pokemon creatures, battle other trainers, and foil the plans of a criminal organization called Team Rocket.
One of the unique features of Pokemon Silver is its real-time clock system, which allows for changes in the game’s environment and events to occur based on the time of day and day of the week. The game also introduced new Pokemon species, including the fan-favorite Eevee evolutions, Espeon and Umbreon.
Pokemon Silver Starters
In Pokemon Silver, players have a choice of three different starter Pokemon to begin their journey with:
- Chikorita: a Grass-type Pokemon that resembles a small dinosaur with a leafy collar around its neck. It is known for its gentle and caring nature, and is a popular choice among trainers who value a strong bond with their Pokemon.
- Cyndaquil: a Fire-type Pokemon that resembles a small, blue and yellow porcupine. It is known for its fiery personality and its ability to shoot flames from its back, making it a popular choice among trainers who prefer a more aggressive playstyle.
- Totodile: a Water-type Pokemon that resembles a small, blue alligator. It is known for its playful and mischievous personality, and its powerful jaws make it a formidable opponent in battle. It is a popular choice among trainers who value strength and resilience.
Pokemon Silver Starters Pokedex
| Starter Pokemon | Pokedex Number | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chikorita | 152 | Grass | Chikorita is a small, quadrupedal dinosaur-like Pokemon with a leafy green body and a large head with a single |
| Cyndaquil | 155 | Fire | Cyndaquil is a small, bipedal Pokemon with a predominantly blue and cream-colored coat of fur. It has a long, thin snout and a small flame atop its back. |
| Totodile | 158 | Water | Totodile is a small, bipedal crocodile-like Pokemon with a blue body and a yellow belly. It has powerful jaws and sharp teeth. |
Pokemon Silver Starters Stats
| Starter Pokemon | HP | Attack | Defense | Special Attack | Special Defense | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chikorita | 45 | 49 | 65 | 49 | 65 | 45 |
| Cyndaquil | 39 | 52 | 43 | 60 | 50 | 65 |
| Totodile | 50 | 65 | 64 | 44 | 48 | 43 |
Pokemon Silver Starters evolution
| Starter Pokemon | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chikorita | Chikorita | Bayleef (Level 16) | Meganium (Level 32) |
| Cyndaquil | Cyndaquil | Quilava (Level 14) | Typhlosion (Level 36) |
| Totodile | Totodile | Croconaw (Level 18) | Feraligatr (Level 30) |
Pokemon Silver Starters Comparison
| Starter Pokemon | Type | Strengths | Weaknesses | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chikorita | Grass | Water, Ground, Rock | Fire, Ice, Flying, Bug, Poison | Defensive, good for battles against Water-type gym leaders, but struggles against many other types |
| Cyndaquil | Fire | Grass, Ice, Bug, Steel | Water, Ground, Rock | Offensive, good for battles against Grass-type gym leaders, but struggles against many other types |
| Totodile | Water | Fire, Ground, Rock | Grass, Electric | Balanced, good for battles against Electric-type gym leaders, but has a harder time against Grass-type gym leaders |
Also see Pokemon Gold Starters
