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Ricky was a simple ranch boy living in Laramie ranch, along with his sister Lara Laramie. One day however, Ash came to town, and assisted Lara in winning the Pokemon race. This led to her Ponyta evolving into a Rapidash, and Ricky's admiration for Ash and other trainers skyrocket.
He decided he would become a great trainer just like them, and left Laramie Ranch with his favorite Tauros, one that was born around the same time as little Ricky. This bond would help me overcome many obstacles.
Along the way he made many friends, and while he was still not quite able to match to Ash, his inspiration and future rival, he still managed to raise a great team, and acquire all eight badges at his young age.