Many monsters in Pokémon GO accompany their trainers for years. MeinMMO author Paul also has Pokémon that have been with him for many years.
Pokémon GO is now several years old. The game was released in the USA, Australia, and New Zealand on July 6, 2016, and a week later, on July 13, 2016, in Germany.
Since day one, the game has been installed on my phone and, aside from a few smaller or larger breaks, I have been an enthusiastic trainer.
Over the years, some Pokémon have found their way to me, and many have also gone to the professor. However, there is one Pokémon that has been with me almost since day one – and it is not my starter.
Already by my side for over 8 years
Which Pokémon is it? The Pokémon that has been with me since July 16, 2016, is a Beedrill. Since it has been by my side for such a long time, it has also been able to undergo Mega Evolution.
Why is it called Beedrill (M)? The name comes from my habit of giving my Pokémon names that immediately show me what the Pokémon is used for. There are certain naming conventions for different battle leagues or for use in raids.
Pokémon for which I can trigger the Mega Evolution receive names that the Beedrill also has: (M).
And what about the starter? Unfortunately, my starter Pokémon, a Charmander, is no longer part of my Pokémon collection. In a weak moment of inattention, my starter Pokémon unfortunately went to the professor. To this day, I hope he takes good care of my Charmander.
What does such an old Pokémon bring me? Primarily, it is of course the nostalgia factor that makes this Pokémon special to me personally. After all, it has been by my side for more than 8 years.
This Beedrill still remembers the old footprint system in Pokémon GO, the old gyms, and many other things that no longer exist in Pokémon GO today.
By the way, old Pokémon can also still bring you an advantage. However, you have to say goodbye to them. Pokémon caught in 2018 or earlier can trigger a guaranteed lucky trade when you trade them with your friends and have not exceeded the maximum number of guaranteed lucky trades yet.
How about you? What is your oldest Pokémon? Feel free to write to us in the comments, tell us about your old Pokémon, and exchange ideas with other trainers here. If you want to know which events are still coming up in July 2024 in Pokémon GO and await you, we have the right overview for you.
