Pokemon, I Choose You! - S1-E1
Question: Why did Pikachu dislike Ash during the episode?
Answer: Well he had just caught him in the wild. Didn't even catch him with a traditional poke ball but like tied him up with a rope. So I would imagine so, yes.
You would imagine yes what? What are you talking about).
Sorry, I misread the question. I thought you were asking "DOES" he dislike Ash, not Why. It's been a while since I've seen the full episode. But from what I recall, Pikachu was wild, and Ash caught him through unconventional means without a pokeball. Tying him up with rope and stuff. So that's a good reason for any animal to not like someone when forced into a captive state in such a way.
That doesn't answer my question.
Question: Why did Pikachu decide to return to Ash at the end of the episode?
Answer: Because there was a very strong bond between them. Ash and Pikachu were emotionally attached to each other.
Question: Why did Pikachu choose to stay with Ash instead of his own kind?
Answer: Because Ash and Pikachu have been together since the day that Ash received him. They have a strong bond with each other and are kind of like friends.
"And are kind of like friends" that's because they are friends.
It's important to remember Pikachu is Ash's best friend.
Answer: There are a lot of fan theories around this, but the most common theme is that Pikachu had another trainer before Prof. Oak, who gave him to Ash. Pikachu didn't appreciate being handed over.
Ssiscool ★