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[[File:Pachirisu fever.png|thumb|220px|{{Ash}} and {{an|Dawn}} taking care of {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}}]]
[[File:Pachirisu fever.png|thumb|220px|{{Ash}} and {{an|Dawn}} taking care of {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}}]]
In the [[Pokémon world]], several {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} have been shown to develop '''illnesses''', similar to what happens with [[status condition]]s. Additionally, some [[Human|people]] have also been known to get sick or suffer from an illness.
In the [[Pokémon world]], several {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} have been shown to develop '''illnesses''', similar to what happens with [[status condition]]s. Additionally, some [[Human|people]] have also been known to get sick or suffer from illness.


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Prior to the events of {{game|Black and White|s}}, [[Alder]]'s [[starter Pokémon]] died of an illness, and in despair over not being able to save it, he began traveling around aimlessly. Before his partner's death, the two of them madly pursued strength. The Pokémon's death changed Alder's outlook on life. The identity of this Pokémon is never mentioned in Black and White, but dialogue in {{2v2|Black|White|2}} reveals that Alder's late partner was a {{p|Volcarona}}, which evolved from a {{p|Larvesta}}.
Prior to the events of {{game|Black and White|s}}, [[Alder]]'s [[starter Pokémon]] died of an illness, and in despair over not being able to save it, he began traveling around aimlessly. Before his partner's death, the two of them madly pursued strength. The Pokémon's death changed Alder's outlook on life. The identity of this Pokémon is never mentioned in Black and White, but dialogue in {{2v2|Black|White|2}} reveals that Alder's late partner was a {{p|Volcarona}}, which evolved from a {{p|Larvesta}}.


In its {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Mimikyu|Disguised Form}}'s [[Pokédex]] entry in {{pkmn|Sword and Shield|Pokémon Shield}}, it is said that a scientist who peeked under {{p|Mimikyu}}'s old rag in the name of research later died of a mysterious disease.  
===Pokédex entries===
According to its [[Pokédex]] entry in {{pkmn|Sun and Moon|Pokémon Sun}}, if the swirl on {{p|Poliwag}}'s belly is tinged white, that means it's affected by some disease.
 
In its {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Mimikyu|Disguised Form}}'s Pokédex entry in {{pkmn|Sword and Shield|Pokémon Shield}}, it is said that a scientist who peeked under {{p|Mimikyu}}'s old rag in the name of research later died of a mysterious disease.  


==In the anime==
==In the anime==
===Main series===
===Main series===
====Electrical overcharging====
====Electrical overcharging====
[[File:Pikachu illness.png|thumb|250px|Pikachu's illness of electric overcharge]]
[[File:Pikachu illness.png|thumb|250px|{{AP|Pikachu}}'s illness of electric overcharge]]
This condition is known to affect {{type|Electric}} Pokémon, although {{p|Magnemite}} and {{p|Magneton|its}} {{p|Magnezone|evolutions}} appear to be immune to it. This illness is caused by exposure to high levels of electromagnetic energy. Symptoms appear to vary, as shown by different species stricken with it.
This condition is known to affect {{type|Electric}} Pokémon, although {{p|Magnemite}} and {{p|Magneton|its}} {{p|Magnezone|evolutions}} appear to be immune to it. This illness is caused by exposure to high levels of electromagnetic energy. Symptoms appear to vary, as shown by different species stricken with it.


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====Pokémonitis====
====Pokémonitis====
Known to affect humans in the Pokémon world, this malady causes them to think and act like various Pokémon. The only known cause of Pokémonitis is being exposed to a {{p|Hypno}}'s {{m|Hypnosis|hypnotic waves}}, and even then, only when the Hypno has been trained so that its Hypnosis attack specifically affects humans. It is curable by {{p|Drowzee}}'s {{m|Dream Eater}}, as seen in ''[[EP027|Hypno's Naptime]]''. Adults appear to be immune to Pokémonitis, as the oldest known person to be afflicted with it was {{an|Misty}}, despite numerous adults being in extremely close proximity of said hypnotic waves.
Known to affect [[human]]s in the Pokémon world, this malady causes them to think and act like various Pokémon. The only known cause of Pokémonitis is being exposed to a {{p|Hypno}}'s {{m|Hypnosis|hypnotic waves}}, and even then, only when the Hypno has been trained so that its Hypnosis attack specifically affects humans. It is curable by {{p|Drowzee}}'s {{m|Dream Eater}}, as seen in ''[[EP027|Hypno's Naptime]]''. Adults appear to be immune to Pokémonitis, as the oldest person to be shown afflicted with it was {{an|Misty}}, despite numerous adults being in extremely close proximity of said hypnotic waves.


====Cold====
====Other illnesses====
[[File:Meowth cold.png|thumb|250px|{{MTR}} sick with a cold]]
=====Chespie's coma=====
In ''[[JN041|Pikachu Translation Check...]]'', {{MTR}}, wearing a medical face mask, reveals to [[Jessie]] and [[James]] that he has a cold. Jessie and James suggest he gets some rest, offering him warm blankets and a cool towel. Jessie asks Meowth if he wants anything to eat, but Meowth suspects his teammates plan to slack off while he is sick as they list a heap of treats for themselves. In his weary state, Meowth declares that there is one thing Team Rocket is missing, but he collapses before he can reveal the answer. Later, Jessie tries to shake Meowth awake, hoping Meowth can review her latest scheme, but Meowth instead faints from illness again. Meowth eventually recovers after a day of rest.
[[File:Mairin and Chespie.png|thumb|250px|[[Chespie]] in a coma]]  
In ''[[XYS04|Mega Evolution Special IV]]'', [[Chespie]] entered into some form of coma after being exposed to the energy that a {{p|Zygarde}} Core ([[Squishy]]) had been subjected to, devastating [[Mairin]]. Much later, in ''[[XY116|The Synchronicity Test!]]'', Chespie had still not recovered, but [[Lysandre]] claimed that Alain could revive Chespie by collecting [[Mega Evolution]] energy. In truth, Lysandre had no intention of helping the {{pkmn|category|Spiny Nut Pokémon}}; the energy was actually to power a machine to influence the mind of Zygarde. After Lysandre's true colors were exposed, Mairin set out to rescue Chespie from [[Lysandre Labs]], with the help of {{an|Serena}} and {{an|Professor Sycamore}}. Chespie was eventually rescued in ''[[XY134|The Right Hero for the Right Job!]]''. However, it ended up absorbed by Lysandre's fallback plan, a [[Giant Rock]] with the appearance of Zygarde 50% Forme, in ''[[XY135|Rocking Kalos Defenses!]]'', although it was eventually rescued by {{Ash}} and Alain in ''[[XY136|Forming a More Perfect Union!]]'', temporarily halting the Giant Rock. The energy was absorbed by the Giant Rock, and as a result, Chespie finally recovered.


=====Meowth's cold=====
[[File:Meowth cold.png|thumb|left|250px|{{MTR}} sick with a cold]]
In ''[[JN041|Pikachu Translation Check...]]'', {{MTR}}, wearing a medical face mask, revealed to [[Jessie]] and [[James]] that he had a cold. Jessie and James suggested he get some rest, offering him warm blankets and a cool towel. Jessie asked Meowth if he wanted anything to eat, but Meowth suspected his teammates planned to slack off while he was sick as they listed a heap of treats for themselves. In his weary state, Meowth declared that there was one thing Team Rocket was missing, but he collapsed before he could reveal the answer. Later, Jessie tried to shake Meowth awake, hoping Meowth could review her latest scheme, but Meowth instead fainted from illness again. Meowth eventually recovered after a day of rest.
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====Unspecified illnesses====
====Unspecified illnesses====
Before ''[[XY027|To Find a Fairy Flower!]]'', [[Florence]] had one day suddenly fell ill and collapsed while she was gardening. She was quickly taken to the Calanthe Town Central Hospital by ambulance. This saddened her husband's {{p|Flabébé}}, who had always enjoyed Florence's company, and she left to search for her. While Flabébé was looking through the window of the hospital Florence was staying in, a strong gust blew her away, and her flower was run over by a passing car and destroyed. Grey was unable to retrieve her, and as such, Florence went into a state of emotional despair despite her treatment being successful.
Before ''[[XY027|To Find a Fairy Flower!]]'', [[Florence]] had one day suddenly fell ill and collapsed while she was gardening. She was quickly taken to the Calanthe Town Central Hospital by ambulance. This saddened her husband's {{p|Flabébé}}, who had always enjoyed Florence's company, and she left to search for her. While Flabébé was looking through the window of the hospital Florence was staying in, a strong gust blew her away, and her flower was run over by a passing car and destroyed. Grey was unable to retrieve her, and as such, Florence went into a state of emotional despair despite her treatment being successful.
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Prior to the events of ''[[Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon]]'', [[Mallow's mother]] passed away due to an unspecified illness while [[Mallow]] was still little.  
Prior to the events of ''[[Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon]]'', [[Mallow's mother]] passed away due to an unspecified illness while [[Mallow]] was still little.  
In ''[[M21|The Power of Us]]'', [[Kellie]] was a young girl who suffered from an unidentified illness that affected her energy levels and could be triggered by stress.


In [[JNS05]], {{OBP|Ash Ketchum|M20|Ash}} met the [[Ghosts in the Pokémon world|ghost]] of a boy named [[Haruto]] who had died of an illness before getting to set off on his journey as a [[Pokémon Trainer]].
In [[JNS05]], {{OBP|Ash Ketchum|M20|Ash}} met the [[Ghosts in the Pokémon world|ghost]] of a boy named [[Haruto]] who had died of an illness before getting to set off on his journey as a [[Pokémon Trainer]].


===Pokémon: Twilight Wings===
===Pokémon: Twilight Wings===
{{OBP|John|Galar}} is a young boy who was being treated for an unknown illness in a hospital, where he met his good friend {{OBP|Tommy|Galar}} while they shared a wardroom. John hoped to become a great Pokémon Trainer just like his idol [[Leon]] once he recovers from his illness.
{{OBP|John|Galar}} was a young boy who was being treated for an unknown illness in a hospital, where he met his good friend {{OBP|Tommy|Galar}} while they shared a wardroom. John hoped to become a great Pokémon Trainer just like his idol [[Leon]] once he recovered from his illness.
 
==In the manga==
===Pokémon Adventures===
In [[Pokémon Adventures]], {{adv|Giovanni}} had long suffered from an unspecified debilitating disease before being cured with medicine made from herbs gathered by the [[Team Rocket Elite Trio]] with the help of {{adv|Gold}}'s [[Pibu|Pichu]], the [[Spiky-eared Pichu]], and {{adv|Celebi}}.
 
===={{chap|HeartGold & SoulSilver}}====
In ''[[PS453|All About Arceus II]]'', Lance told [[Bugsy]] the history of the [[Pokéathlon]]'s creation. The tale consisted of an island plagued by illness and a [[Pokémon Trainer]] setting off to find a [[Mythical Pokémon]] that could give them the cure. Once the Trainer and their Pokémon became one, only then did {{adv|Celebi}}, the Mythical Pokémon they had been searching for, give them the cure. The Pokéathlon was created to celebrate this Trainer's achievement; the sports are meant to represent the obstacles the Trainer had to go through in order to find the cure.
 
===Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys===
In ''[[GB13|A Promise Given to Miltank]]'', after [[Whitney's Miltank]] had been diagnosed with a deadly disease that has been spreading to various {{p|Miltank}} in the region, {{GnB|Gold}}, [[Whitney]], and [[Morty]] set out to find the {{Berries}} required to cure her, only having time until sunset before the disease would claim Miltank's life. Their Berry-gathering was hampered by [[wild Pokémon]] appearing from the Berry trees, but ultimately, they managed to find a tree with lots of Berries on it. Gold used his {{p|Sudowoodo}} to lure away the {{p|Heracross}} that were swarming around the tree, while Whitney had {{TP|Gold|Pikachu}} knock the Berries down with {{m|Headbutt}}. The Berries were delivered to the [[Ecruteak City]] [[Pokémon Center]] just in time, saving Miltank's life. Out of gratefulness, Whitney gave Gold a {{badge|Plain}} and returned his Pikachu to him.
 
===Pokémon RéBURST===
In [[Pokémon RéBURST]], [[Karuta]]'s home village was plagued by a disease that had claimed several of his friends and family. Karuta entered the Burst Warrior tournament, Burst Heart Survival to win the prize money and help the sick people of his home village. The final match ultimately ended in a tie between [[Ryouga]] and the Boss of Great Gavel, [[Fraud]]. Great Gavel left the area and left the prize money there. After returning all of the stolen Burst Hearts, Ryouga, Miruto, and Yappy traveled with Karuta to buy the medicine he needed to heal his dying village. After buying the medicine, Karuta and the others were attacked by a Great Gavel member named Rūkamu.
 
After Rūkamu sent Miruto off of the bridge, Ryouga ran to go rescue her, leaving Karuta alone to face the {{p|Scraggy}} Burst Warrior. Despite his best efforts, Karuta was unable to land any hits on Rūkamu and was angered when Rūkamu called him "Crybaby Karuta", a nickname that he was referred to in his village. Eventually, Ryouga returned with Miruto and defeated Rūkamu by sending him flying into the mountains. After defeating Rūkamu, the group proceeded to the village but, upon arrival, Karuta told them that he didn't want to go into the village.
 
After explaining to them how he got his nickname and who his father was, Ryouga tossed Karuta into the village and gave him words of encouragement. Moved by his words, Karuta gave the medicine to his dying village and healed the sick people. Unfortunately, when Karuta arrived at his house to see his mother, he found that she had died that morning.  


==In the movies==
==In other media==
In ''[[M21|The Power of Us]]'', [[Kellie]] is a young girl who suffers from an unidentified illness that affects her energy levels and can be triggered by stress.
===''Detective Pikachu''===
In ''{{mov|Detective Pikachu}}'', [[Howard Clifford]] was diagnosed with a degenerative disease that would soon leave him wheelchair-bound. Upon receiving this diagnosis, he resigned his position within the company and passed it to his son [[Roger Clifford|Roger]], then set out on a journey of the world in search of a cure for his condition. His research led him to the conclusion that if humans could [[evolution|evolve]] into the best versions of themselves the same way Pokémon could, it would solve such issues.


==See also==
==See also==

Revision as of 06:41, 29 January 2023

Ash and Dawn taking care of Pachirisu

In the Pokémon world, several Pokémon have been shown to develop illnesses, similar to what happens with status conditions. Additionally, some people have also been known to get sick or suffer from illness.

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In the games

In the Generation II games and their remakes, Jasmine's Ampharos, Amphy, is found ill in the Glitter Lighthouse in Olivine City when the player first arrives. At the top of the lighthouse, Jasmine asks the player to retrieve the SecretPotion from Cianwood City to cure Amphy.

In the Generation III games and their remakes, Wally is a sickly young boy who lives in Petalburg City. Despite his illness, his dream is to train Pokémon. His illness is never explained, but his symptoms appear to clear up in clean air, suggesting that it is either acute bronchitis or asthma. He first appears in Petalburg City, asking Norman, the Petalburg Gym Leader, to help him catch a Pokémon before he moves to Verdanturf Town to live with his aunt and uncle. This is because Verdanturf is in a remarkably clean area and might improve Wally's sickness. Wally eventually runs away from home and challenges the player at Victory Road, seemingly recovered from his illness.

Prior to the events of Pokémon Black and White, Alder's starter Pokémon died of an illness, and in despair over not being able to save it, he began traveling around aimlessly. Before his partner's death, the two of them madly pursued strength. The Pokémon's death changed Alder's outlook on life. The identity of this Pokémon is never mentioned in Black and White, but dialogue in Black 2 and White 2 reveals that Alder's late partner was a Volcarona, which evolved from a Larvesta.

Pokédex entries

According to its Pokédex entry in Pokémon Sun, if the swirl on Poliwag's belly is tinged white, that means it's affected by some disease.

In its Disguised Form's Pokédex entry in Pokémon Shield, it is said that a scientist who peeked under Mimikyu's old rag in the name of research later died of a mysterious disease.

In the anime

Main series

Electrical overcharging

Pikachu's illness of electric overcharge

This condition is known to affect Electric-type Pokémon, although Magnemite and its evolutions appear to be immune to it. This illness is caused by exposure to high levels of electromagnetic energy. Symptoms appear to vary, as shown by different species stricken with it.

In Hoenn Alone!, Pikachu came down with this illness after Team Rocket used an electromagnet in an attempt to drain Pikachu's electricity. It appeared quite lethargic when affected, whereas a wild Elekid from Reversing the Charges did not. He was fully healed in the following episode by a giant mecha that the trio used to try and drain Pikachu's electricity, but only drained the excess energy out of him rather than what they intended. This event shows that there are different levels of this illness, as the first time Pikachu got it, it only had flu-like symptoms; a different time, however, it got so severe there was a threat of Pikachu exploding from the overload. A Pikachu that has an electric overcharge usually becomes red-eyed, aggressive, and dangerous toward its Trainer, though this may only apply to severe cases.

Dawn's Pachirisu got an electric overcharge in Doc Brock!, where it was able to get rid of it with an Oran Berry and attacking Team Rocket. A wild Eelektross also got affected from overcharge after becoming lost and frustrated in the subways of Lumiose City in XYS06. It was calmed down by Dedenne's Nuzzle which helped it discharge its electricity.

This condition is cured by discharging electricity, usually via moves, until the Pokémon's electricity level is normal.

Fever

Lewis's Lilligant sick in bed

Known to affect Pokémon of different types, fevers have appeared frequently in the anime. Meowth developed a type of fever in The Problem with Paras. His was cured fairly quickly by a mixture of herbs, as well as pills taken with meals afterward.

A more severe fever struck a wild Ralts in Do I Hear a Ralts?. It was treated by Ash and his friends giving it food and keeping it cool until they arrived at the local Pokémon Center for more intensive treatment. The nature of the treatment was unclear, but it appeared to include the use of an oxygen mask. The recovery was quick, and no follow-up treatment was necessary.

Both Meowth and Ralts became listless when affected, although it was more variable in Ralts.

James's Chimecho also had a large fever in Sweet Baby James, in which James had to leave Chimecho at his grandparents' house near Saffron City. He plans to return there to get Chimecho in the future.

Pokémonitis

Known to affect humans in the Pokémon world, this malady causes them to think and act like various Pokémon. The only known cause of Pokémonitis is being exposed to a Hypno's hypnotic waves, and even then, only when the Hypno has been trained so that its Hypnosis attack specifically affects humans. It is curable by Drowzee's Dream Eater, as seen in Hypno's Naptime. Adults appear to be immune to Pokémonitis, as the oldest person to be shown afflicted with it was Misty, despite numerous adults being in extremely close proximity of said hypnotic waves.

Other illnesses

Chespie's coma
Chespie in a coma

In Mega Evolution Special IV, Chespie entered into some form of coma after being exposed to the energy that a Zygarde Core (Squishy) had been subjected to, devastating Mairin. Much later, in The Synchronicity Test!, Chespie had still not recovered, but Lysandre claimed that Alain could revive Chespie by collecting Mega Evolution energy. In truth, Lysandre had no intention of helping the Spiny Nut Pokémon; the energy was actually to power a machine to influence the mind of Zygarde. After Lysandre's true colors were exposed, Mairin set out to rescue Chespie from Lysandre Labs, with the help of Serena and Professor Sycamore. Chespie was eventually rescued in The Right Hero for the Right Job!. However, it ended up absorbed by Lysandre's fallback plan, a Giant Rock with the appearance of Zygarde 50% Forme, in Rocking Kalos Defenses!, although it was eventually rescued by Ash and Alain in Forming a More Perfect Union!, temporarily halting the Giant Rock. The energy was absorbed by the Giant Rock, and as a result, Chespie finally recovered.

Meowth's cold
Meowth sick with a cold

In Pikachu Translation Check..., Meowth, wearing a medical face mask, revealed to Jessie and James that he had a cold. Jessie and James suggested he get some rest, offering him warm blankets and a cool towel. Jessie asked Meowth if he wanted anything to eat, but Meowth suspected his teammates planned to slack off while he was sick as they listed a heap of treats for themselves. In his weary state, Meowth declared that there was one thing Team Rocket was missing, but he collapsed before he could reveal the answer. Later, Jessie tried to shake Meowth awake, hoping Meowth could review her latest scheme, but Meowth instead fainted from illness again. Meowth eventually recovered after a day of rest.


Unspecified illnesses

Before To Find a Fairy Flower!, Florence had one day suddenly fell ill and collapsed while she was gardening. She was quickly taken to the Calanthe Town Central Hospital by ambulance. This saddened her husband's Flabébé, who had always enjoyed Florence's company, and she left to search for her. While Flabébé was looking through the window of the hospital Florence was staying in, a strong gust blew her away, and her flower was run over by a passing car and destroyed. Grey was unable to retrieve her, and as such, Florence went into a state of emotional despair despite her treatment being successful.

At some point prior to A Watershed Moment!, Henny's grandfather, Chapman, died of a certain illness.

Prior to the events of Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon, Mallow's mother passed away due to an unspecified illness while Mallow was still little.

In The Power of Us, Kellie was a young girl who suffered from an unidentified illness that affected her energy levels and could be triggered by stress.

In JNS05, Ash met the ghost of a boy named Haruto who had died of an illness before getting to set off on his journey as a Pokémon Trainer.

Pokémon: Twilight Wings

John was a young boy who was being treated for an unknown illness in a hospital, where he met his good friend Tommy while they shared a wardroom. John hoped to become a great Pokémon Trainer just like his idol Leon once he recovered from his illness.

In the manga

Pokémon Adventures

In Pokémon Adventures, Giovanni had long suffered from an unspecified debilitating disease before being cured with medicine made from herbs gathered by the Team Rocket Elite Trio with the help of Gold's Pichu, the Spiky-eared Pichu, and Celebi.

HeartGold & SoulSilver arc

In All About Arceus II, Lance told Bugsy the history of the Pokéathlon's creation. The tale consisted of an island plagued by illness and a Pokémon Trainer setting off to find a Mythical Pokémon that could give them the cure. Once the Trainer and their Pokémon became one, only then did Celebi, the Mythical Pokémon they had been searching for, give them the cure. The Pokéathlon was created to celebrate this Trainer's achievement; the sports are meant to represent the obstacles the Trainer had to go through in order to find the cure.

Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys

In A Promise Given to Miltank, after Whitney's Miltank had been diagnosed with a deadly disease that has been spreading to various Miltank in the region, Gold, Whitney, and Morty set out to find the Berries required to cure her, only having time until sunset before the disease would claim Miltank's life. Their Berry-gathering was hampered by wild Pokémon appearing from the Berry trees, but ultimately, they managed to find a tree with lots of Berries on it. Gold used his Sudowoodo to lure away the Heracross that were swarming around the tree, while Whitney had Pikachu knock the Berries down with Headbutt. The Berries were delivered to the Ecruteak City Pokémon Center just in time, saving Miltank's life. Out of gratefulness, Whitney gave Gold a Plain Badge and returned his Pikachu to him.

Pokémon RéBURST

In Pokémon RéBURST, Karuta's home village was plagued by a disease that had claimed several of his friends and family. Karuta entered the Burst Warrior tournament, Burst Heart Survival to win the prize money and help the sick people of his home village. The final match ultimately ended in a tie between Ryouga and the Boss of Great Gavel, Fraud. Great Gavel left the area and left the prize money there. After returning all of the stolen Burst Hearts, Ryouga, Miruto, and Yappy traveled with Karuta to buy the medicine he needed to heal his dying village. After buying the medicine, Karuta and the others were attacked by a Great Gavel member named Rūkamu.

After Rūkamu sent Miruto off of the bridge, Ryouga ran to go rescue her, leaving Karuta alone to face the Scraggy Burst Warrior. Despite his best efforts, Karuta was unable to land any hits on Rūkamu and was angered when Rūkamu called him "Crybaby Karuta", a nickname that he was referred to in his village. Eventually, Ryouga returned with Miruto and defeated Rūkamu by sending him flying into the mountains. After defeating Rūkamu, the group proceeded to the village but, upon arrival, Karuta told them that he didn't want to go into the village.

After explaining to them how he got his nickname and who his father was, Ryouga tossed Karuta into the village and gave him words of encouragement. Moved by his words, Karuta gave the medicine to his dying village and healed the sick people. Unfortunately, when Karuta arrived at his house to see his mother, he found that she had died that morning.

In other media

Detective Pikachu

In Detective Pikachu, Howard Clifford was diagnosed with a degenerative disease that would soon leave him wheelchair-bound. Upon receiving this diagnosis, he resigned his position within the company and passed it to his son Roger, then set out on a journey of the world in search of a cure for his condition. His research led him to the conclusion that if humans could evolve into the best versions of themselves the same way Pokémon could, it would solve such issues.

See also