>>40022208Chad Ash. First loss much later in his career than main Ash, challenged Ho-Oh like a boss, protects lolis from bullies, saves cities, TANKS LEGENDARIES AND COMES BACK FROM THE DEAD TWICE, is actually respected by his Charizard, flirts with gyarus, has an awesome Pikachu, his girlfriend (male).
>>40022286>M-Mary Sue!He has suffered loss, abandonement, pain and even fucking death, but never allowed it to keep him down.
>>40025336Yes, M21 is a genuinely good side story. Ash himself acts in it as a sort of travelling cowboy hero, who comes across a town to make friends, challenge friendly competitions and protect young maidens.
