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One of the earliest ships in the Pokémon fandom was '''GymShipping''', (Japanese: '''タケカス''' ''TakeKasu'') the belief in romance between the [[Cerulean City]] [[Gym Leader]], [[Misty]], and the [[Pewter City]] Gym Leader, [[Brock]].  
'''GymShipping''' (Japanese: '''タケカス''' ''TakeKasu'') is the belief in that [[Brock]] and [[Misty]] are in a romantic relationship. The ship's name comes from the fact that Brock is the [[Pewter City]] Gym Leader, and Misty is the [[Cerulean City]] [[Gym Leader]].


==Hints in the anime==
==Evidence==
===The Indigo League===
The two characters first met in the episode ''[[EP005|Showdown at Pewter City]]''. In comparison to the introduction Brock has with May and Max, his first meeting with Misty was quite subtle, with him referring to her as 'that girl' while Ash runs off in an attempt to lose her. It is unknown whether or not Brock knew of Misty's position as a Gym Leader, during his conversation with Ash. It appears he knows the special attacks the Gym Leader possess, but out of respect for the Cerulean Gym Leader gives Ash no further information. Interestingly enough, he referred to the Cerulean Gym Leader as a 'he' and incidentally disappears for a great proportion of time during [[EP007|the episode Ash battled Misty]]. To this day it is unknown where he went and what he did, though people have come up with numerous theories. One such idea was he was simply buying supplies (i.e potions and antidotes) though this raises the question of why he was so secretive about it.  In any case, Brock and Misty soon develop a strong friendship.


In the episode ''[[EP009|The School of Hard Knocks]]'', when Ash and Brock fall in love with [[Giselle]], Misty gets mad. Some say that she was jealous because of Brock, but others say that was because of Ash.
===Misty's hints===


The idea of the two in a romantic relationship generally arose from the episode entitled ''[[EP013|Mystery at the Lighthouse]]''. In this episode, Brock asks Misty to dance. She accepts, and so they waltz against the music made a by {{p|Dragonite|a large and mysterious Pokémon}}.
*''[[EP009|The School of Hard Knocks]]''
When Ash and Brock fall in love with [[Giselle]], Misty gets mad. Some say that she was jealous because of Brock, but others say that was because of Ash.


Generally speaking, there are no 'hints' or 'evidence' indicating with 100% certainty that either Misty or Brock has or had feelings for the other. However, there are quite a few moments involving the two which GymShippers like, many of these moments arising from the fact that both characters in general had a greater awareness, as well as interest (Brock particularly) in romance than Ash.  
*''[[EP013|Mystery at the Lighthouse]]''
In this episode, Brock asks Misty to dance, and she accepts. They waltz against the music made a by {{p|Dragonite|a large and mysterious Pokémon}}.


An example of this was in the episode entitled ''[[EP020|The Ghost of Maiden's Peak]]''. Brock becomes infatuated with a [[Ghost of Maiden's Peak|maiden]] he sees, and when an old lady explains that the Maiden is a ghost who harms men who cross her path, Misty misinterprets, exclaiming, "I must be the beautiful girl, but I'd never hurt Brock!"
*''[[EP020|The Ghost of Maiden's Peak]]''
Brock becomes infatuated with a [[Ghost of Maiden's Peak|maiden]] he sees, and when an old lady explains that the Maiden is a ghost who harms men who cross her path, Misty misinterprets, exclaiming, "I must be the beautiful girl, but I'd never hurt Brock!"


Brock was initially more subtle in his romantic feelings, and this lead to a humorous situation in ''[[EP010|Bulbasaur and the Hidden Village]]'' where Misty would continuously tease Brock about his feelings for [[Melanie]], right until the end of the episode where she asks, "So, Brock, how'd you tell Melanie you loved her? Did you kiss her goodbye?" resulting in him trying to keep her quiet. His behavior soon changes as the series progresses, though his interest in girls has remained the same ever since.
*''[[EP061|The Misty Mermaid]]''
In addition, when Ash suggests that the Mermaid on the poster looks like Misty (whilst Brock is still gawking) she bears a expression on her face which can best described as embarrassment.


Another humorous situation occurs when Ash was competing in the [[Indigo Plateau Conference|Indigo League]] against [[Jeanette Fisher|Jeanette]]. Brock, infatuated once again, wishes for Jeanette to win, resulting in Misty having remind him (by screaming) that they're both supposed to be cheering for Ash.
*''[[Snow Way Out]]''
After the snow storm, Ash finds out that Brock and Misty found a hot spring, with Misty saying (while blushing), "You can't believe how comfy we were!"


As stated earlier, there is no concrete evidence to suggest that they have/had romantic feelings for each other. Indeed, in the episode ''[[EP068|Make Room for Gloom]]'', Misty doesn't appear to be disturbed by the thought of Brock with [[Florinda Showers]] (though this is the only time she has remained so indifferent to Brock's love life, and eventually it is revealed that Florinda has feelings for Potter). However, there are times in which they've been stunned by each other's appearance. During the Indigo League, Brock is the one who is flustered a few times. Interestingly enough, whenever Misty has been shown in different clothing than her normal attire, he has never actually commented. For example, in the episode ''[[EP018|Beauty and the Beach]]'' he simply stares and smiles (perhaps a smirk) when Misty arrives wearing her bikini. He is also silent in ''[[EP043|The March of the Exeggutor Squad]]'' while Ash sarcastically comments (in the dub at least) that her dress is cute. Brock says nothing while eating popcorn as he stares when he sees Misty wearing a kimono in the episode ''[[EP052|Princess vs. Princess]]''. More notably, Brock blushes at the image of a girl in a mermaid costume in ''[[EP061|The Misty Mermaid]]''. As the title suggests, it is Misty who ends up wearing the mermaid costume. Brock doesn't appear to be too disappointed when he finds out the role is to be filled by her. In addition, when Ash suggests that the Mermaid on the poster looks like Misty (whilst Brock is still gawking) she bears a expression on her face which can best described as embarrassment.
*Throughout the Orange Islands
Brock leaves the group and stays on [[Valencia Island]] with [[Professor Ivy]]. At the time, it was believed that he had left for good, and naturally with him gone not many people saw anything further suggesting a romantic relationship between them. However, it can be noted that Misty does mention Brock a couple of times. Once, in  where Misty tells {{Tracey}} that the advice Ash is giving is exactly the same as the advice given to him by Brock. The other time is in the episode ''[[EP091|Bye Bye Psyduck]]'' when she says that {{p|Golduck}}, when revealing that it likes to impress girls, is a "Pokémon version of Brock". Incidentally, she appears to have been 'infatuated' with the Golduck when she first saw it.


Shippers also have noted a common occurrence whereby Misty and Brock are left together. Though a more common occurrence during the Johto League, a notable instance of this happening is in the episode ''[[Snow Way Out]]''. After the snow storm, Ash finds out that Brock and Misty found a hot spring, with Misty saying (while blushing), "You can't believe how comfy we were!" This also occurs when they both leave Ash to go windsurfing in ''[[EP066|The Evolution Solution]]''.
*In the Johto League
It is during this saga that a new gag is introduced: Brock is now much more overt in his feelings, and so Misty pulls him back (usually his ear, but at times has used other parts of his body, for example his nose) whenever he tries to get the attention of a girl he likes. Some GymShippers have used the ear-pulling as a sign of jealousy, although others believe that it is simply annoyance.  


===The Orange League===
*''[[EP198|The Heartbreak of Brock]]''
Brock leaves the group and stays on [[Valencia Island]] with [[Professor Ivy]]. At the time, it was believed that he had left for good, and naturally with him gone not many people saw anything further suggesting a romantic relationship between them. However, it can be noted that Misty does mention Brock a couple of times. Once, in ''[[EP090|Stage Fright]]'', where Misty tells {{Tracey}} that the advice Ash is giving is exactly the same as the advice given to him by Brock. The other time is in the episode ''[[EP091|Bye Bye Psyduck]]'' when she says that {{p|Golduck}}, when revealing that it likes to impress girls, is a "Pokémon version of Brock". Incidentally, she appears to have been 'infatuated' with the Golduck when she first saw it.
Many shippers have used this episode to argue that Misty has no feelings for Brock whatsoever and that her response to the question "How do you know?" when she says that "It’s easier to like someone who likes you than someone who doesn’t" is a direct reference to Ash. Other people believe otherwise. In any case, it is interesting to note the fascination that Misty takes in Brock’s love life, going to almost excessive lengths for Brock to return Temacu’s feelings, even if it isn't particularly under his free will.


===The Johto League===
:Brock: But, maybe a relationship should start with ''both'' people liking each other, maybe...
When the group arrives back at Pallet Town, they are greeted by Brock at Ash's house. Naturally, both are surprised, though it seems that Misty is incredibly curious as to what Brock was doing at his house. Nevertheless, they're both glad he's back and they begin traveling again.
:Misty: SHE'S YOUR ONLY HOPE!!! FORCE YOURSELF TO LIKE HER!!!!!
 
It is during this season that a new gag is introduced: Brock is now much more overt in his feelings, and so Misty pulls him back (usually his ear, but at times has used other parts of his body, for example his nose) whenever he tries to get the attention of a girl he likes. Some GymShippers have used the ear-pulling as a sign of jealousy, although others believe that it is simply annoyance. In ''[[EP165|Fossil Fools]]'', Brock even uses this move on Misty.


During this season there's not a lot to be said in terms of relationship development, though the episode ''[[EP198|The Heartbreak of Brock]]'' is one in which a focus is brought upon Brock and Misty. Many shippers have used this episode to argue that Misty has no feelings for Brock whatsoever and that her response to the question "How do you know?" when she says that "It’s easier to like someone who likes you than someone who doesn’t" is a direct reference to Ash. Other people believe otherwise. In any case, it is interesting to note the fascination that Misty takes in Brock’s love life, going to almost excessive lengths for Brock to return Temacu’s feelings, even if it isn't particularly under his free will.
===Brock's hints===


:Brock: But, maybe a relationship should start with ''both'' people liking each other, maybe...
*''[[EP013|Mystery at the Lighthouse]]''
:Misty: SHE'S YOUR ONLY HOPE!!! FORCE YOURSELF TO LIKE HER!!!!!
In this episode, Brock asks Misty to dance.


It was also during the Johto League that the movie [[Pokémon 4Ever]] took place. It was here people noticed some nice scenes between the two, in particular when Misty hurts her knee and Brock helps her out by carrying her on his back.  Also, when she first hurt it, Brock seemed the most concerned about her, even putting his hand on her shoulder and kneeling down beside her.
*''[[EP061|The Misty Mermaid]]''
Brock blushes at the image of a girl in a mermaid costume. As the title suggests, the role was filled by Misty. Brock didn't seem disappointed when he found this out.


===Hoenn League===
===In the Advanced Generation===
With Misty returning to Cerulean Gym, there wasn't much to be said for GymShipping. However, during her short return in the [[AG044|Mirage Ki]][[AG045|ngdom arc]], it appears that her ear-pulling technique was particularly forceful. There are many who will argue against the ear-pulling due to the fact that [[Max]] took over for her, though it is interesting to note that his ear-pulling was the result of him being impressed by Misty's technique in these two episodes.
With Misty returning to Cerulean Gym, there wasn't much to be said for GymShipping. However, during her short return in the [[AG044|Mirage Ki]][[AG045|ngdom arc]], it appears that her ear-pulling technique was particularly forceful. There are many who will argue against the ear-pulling due to the fact that [[Max]] took over for her, though it is interesting to note that his ear-pulling was the result of him being impressed by Misty's technique in these two episodes.


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* Both have/had [[baby Pokémon]] (Misty had {{TP|Misty|Togepi}} and now has {{TP|Misty|Azurill}}, and Brock had a {{TP|Brock|Bonsly}} and now has {{TP|Brock|Happiny}}). Also, Brock was the one to take care of Togepi's {{pkmn|egg}}.
* Both have/had [[baby Pokémon]] (Misty had {{TP|Misty|Togepi}} and now has {{TP|Misty|Azurill}}, and Brock had a {{TP|Brock|Bonsly}} and now has {{TP|Brock|Happiny}}). Also, Brock was the one to take care of Togepi's {{pkmn|egg}}.
* Both have a similar view on love and romance...
* Both have a similar view on love and romance...
:* Brock : Love is War, and if you want to win a war you'll have to use ammunition!!...I bet {{p|Azumarill}} will love a jar of my home-made [[Pokémon food|Pokémon treats]]! Give her this and I bet she'll call a truce.... or even an unconditional surrender!
:* Brock : Love is War, and if you want to win a war you'll have to use ammunition!!...I bet {{p|Azumarill}} will love a jar of my home-made [[Pokémon food|Pokémon treats]]! Give her this and I bet she'll call a truce.... or even an unconditional surrender!
:* Misty: You've got to be assertive! Love is all about attacking your opponent first! Get in a quick punch and surprise them, and while they're still weak take the lead and you'll beat them hands down! Trust me I know, that's the best way to win!
:* Misty: You've got to be assertive! Love is all about attacking your opponent first! Get in a quick punch and surprise them, and while they're still weak take the lead and you'll beat them hands down! Trust me I know, that's the best way to win!
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* Both have or had a Pokémon which is of the Normal type and which can [[evolve]] twice: {{TP|Brock|Happiny}} for Brock and {{TP|Misty|Azurill}} and {{TP|Misty|Togepi}} for Misty.
* Both have or had a Pokémon which is of the Normal type and which can [[evolve]] twice: {{TP|Brock|Happiny}} for Brock and {{TP|Misty|Azurill}} and {{TP|Misty|Togepi}} for Misty.


==Hints in the manga==
==Movie evidence==
===Pokémon Special===
*''[[Pokémon 4Ever]]''
In [[Pokémon Special]], Brock and Misty are two of the non-[[Team Rocket]]-affiliated Gym Leaders. However, there are no hints for romance between them; indeed, Brock has very little character development at all, and Misty has a crush on {{Special|Red}}.  
When Misty hurts her knee, Brock helps her out by carrying her on his back. Also, when she first hurt it, Brock seemed the most concerned about her, even putting his hand on her shoulder and kneeling down beside her.


===Electric Tale of Pikachu===
===Electric Tale of Pikachu===

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GymShipping (Japanese: タケカス TakeKasu) is the belief in that Brock and Misty are in a romantic relationship. The ship's name comes from the fact that Brock is the Pewter City Gym Leader, and Misty is the Cerulean City Gym Leader.

Evidence

Misty's hints

When Ash and Brock fall in love with Giselle, Misty gets mad. Some say that she was jealous because of Brock, but others say that was because of Ash.

In this episode, Brock asks Misty to dance, and she accepts. They waltz against the music made a by a large and mysterious Pokémon.

Brock becomes infatuated with a maiden he sees, and when an old lady explains that the Maiden is a ghost who harms men who cross her path, Misty misinterprets, exclaiming, "I must be the beautiful girl, but I'd never hurt Brock!"

In addition, when Ash suggests that the Mermaid on the poster looks like Misty (whilst Brock is still gawking) she bears a expression on her face which can best described as embarrassment.

After the snow storm, Ash finds out that Brock and Misty found a hot spring, with Misty saying (while blushing), "You can't believe how comfy we were!"

  • Throughout the Orange Islands

Brock leaves the group and stays on Valencia Island with Professor Ivy. At the time, it was believed that he had left for good, and naturally with him gone not many people saw anything further suggesting a romantic relationship between them. However, it can be noted that Misty does mention Brock a couple of times. Once, in where Misty tells Tracey that the advice Ash is giving is exactly the same as the advice given to him by Brock. The other time is in the episode Bye Bye Psyduck when she says that Golduck, when revealing that it likes to impress girls, is a "Pokémon version of Brock". Incidentally, she appears to have been 'infatuated' with the Golduck when she first saw it.

  • In the Johto League

It is during this saga that a new gag is introduced: Brock is now much more overt in his feelings, and so Misty pulls him back (usually his ear, but at times has used other parts of his body, for example his nose) whenever he tries to get the attention of a girl he likes. Some GymShippers have used the ear-pulling as a sign of jealousy, although others believe that it is simply annoyance.

Many shippers have used this episode to argue that Misty has no feelings for Brock whatsoever and that her response to the question "How do you know?" when she says that "It’s easier to like someone who likes you than someone who doesn’t" is a direct reference to Ash. Other people believe otherwise. In any case, it is interesting to note the fascination that Misty takes in Brock’s love life, going to almost excessive lengths for Brock to return Temacu’s feelings, even if it isn't particularly under his free will.

Brock: But, maybe a relationship should start with both people liking each other, maybe...
Misty: SHE'S YOUR ONLY HOPE!!! FORCE YOURSELF TO LIKE HER!!!!!

Brock's hints

In this episode, Brock asks Misty to dance.

Brock blushes at the image of a girl in a mermaid costume. As the title suggests, the role was filled by Misty. Brock didn't seem disappointed when he found this out.

In the Advanced Generation

With Misty returning to Cerulean Gym, there wasn't much to be said for GymShipping. However, during her short return in the Mirage Kingdom arc, it appears that her ear-pulling technique was particularly forceful. There are many who will argue against the ear-pulling due to the fact that Max took over for her, though it is interesting to note that his ear-pulling was the result of him being impressed by Misty's technique in these two episodes.

Kanto Battle Frontier

With the Hoenn League finished, Ash returns to Pallet Town and rejoins his friends after they make a temporary return to their homes. The group temporary travels with Misty at Mt. Moon. It appears from this episode that Misty and Brock still share a close friendship, as he was the only one to actually express concern for Misty's well-being when the group gets split up. Ash, meanwhile, was worried about Pikachu, and May's primary concern was for Max.

Similarities/Coincidences

  • Both are/were Gym Leaders.
  • Both have left the main group at some point.
  • Both have been proposed to (Misty by Rudy in the Japanese version).
  • Misty and Lola (Brock's mother) both have a passion for Template:Type2 Pokémon, and Water Pokémon appears to be a focus of Brock's as well.
  • Both have/had baby Pokémon (Misty had Togepi and now has Azurill, and Brock had a Bonsly and now has Happiny). Also, Brock was the one to take care of Togepi's egg.
  • Both have a similar view on love and romance...
  • Brock : Love is War, and if you want to win a war you'll have to use ammunition!!...I bet Azumarill will love a jar of my home-made Pokémon treats! Give her this and I bet she'll call a truce.... or even an unconditional surrender!
  • Misty: You've got to be assertive! Love is all about attacking your opponent first! Get in a quick punch and surprise them, and while they're still weak take the lead and you'll beat them hands down! Trust me I know, that's the best way to win!
  • Both have frog-like Pokémon, with Politoed for Misty and Croagunk for Brock.
  • Both have or had a Pokémon which is of the Normal type and which can evolve twice: Happiny for Brock and Azurill and Togepi for Misty.

Movie evidence

When Misty hurts her knee, Brock helps her out by carrying her on his back. Also, when she first hurt it, Brock seemed the most concerned about her, even putting his hand on her shoulder and kneeling down beside her.

Electric Tale of Pikachu

However, in the Electric Tale of Pikachu manga, there are instances where Brock seems to find Misty attractive. This particularly happens during a scene in a hot spring in the second volume (though the scene was cut from the American release of the manga). Since, however, there are many discrepencies between the anime and manga which lead many to believe that one ending doesn't have to nessessarily follow the other, the manga is usually not considered by shippers who only follow the relationship in the anime.

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