>>53459670You can have your preference. But in a hypothetical Pokemon world, if you pick a weak shitmon, your fate will eternally be that of a jobber. Losing to every trainer you battle, getting laughed at by everyone you know, getting beat up by bullies and crying to your mama at night.
If you pick a strong Pokemon, everyone around you will love you for being strong, you will be respected. You can challenge gym leaders, earn gym badges, beat the champion. Just imagine how proud your parents will be of you when you become the champion.
