I bet this has been asked once before, but I'm genuinely curious about what /vp/ would pick for a starter. It doesn't have to be a true starter Pokemon. If you want a Pichu, then you get a Pichu. If you want a Rattata, you get a Rattata. The only limitation is that you cannot pick a Legendary cuz... come on.

Bonus points is an explanation as to why you want that as your starting Pokemon. Is it for power, beauty, characteristics, or temperament?

I'll start! I'll admit that I would love something powerful, but for a good starter in my opinion, I want a friendly and preferably easy to handle starter. That among other reasons is why I would pick Meowth to be my starting Pokemon. Not to mention, I love cats and Meowth is just adorable.