>>58698127The free perks are exclusive to kids and champions. If you reach adulthood without any relevant title, you have to cover your own expenses. The actual price of Poké Balls is ridiculous (the price in the games is a discounted price exclusively for kids). The services at the Poké Center are expensive, and services like daycare are for the wealthy. Even a bag of Pokémon food costs the equivalent of a third of your salary. That's why most adults in Pokémon only have one or two Pokémon.
Also, how do you expect to get a good job if you've dedicated 24/7 of your life to battles and failed to enter the world rankings? If you're smart, you'll divide your time between battles and learning a trade, job, or professional career. You'll never be a champion, but you'll have a second source of income, like most Gym Leaders.
Otherwise, prepare for a life of minimum wage or being a failed bum like Ash's father.
