PokéShipping

PokéShipping (Japanese: サトカス SatoKasu) is the belief that Ash Ketchum and Misty belong in a romantic relationship, supported by many fans of the Pokémon Anime. In the early years, PokéShipping was one of the most popular Ships in the fandom; it still maintains its strong following to this day, along with all of the main Ships involving Ash.

Canon Information[]

Ash and Misty met for the very first time in the episode Pokémon - I Choose You!. In their first interaction, Misty fishes out Ash and Pikachu out of a river. At the time, Ash was were running from a flock of angry Spearow's so he inevitably 'borrowed' Misty's bike to get Pikachu to a Pokémon Center as quickly as possible. The wild chase was so intense that it ended with Ash and Pikachu completely destroying her bike, and when Misty found out, she wasn't too pleased. Aas a result, Misty made it her mission to track him down and get him to pay her back. However, after tagging along with Ash for a period of time, Misty grew attached to him, eventually caring about him enough to call him her best friend and even develop an implied hidden crush on him. The bike was eventually forgotten completely until she got her old one back in the episode Gotta Catch Ya Later! where Nurse Joy repaired it for her, and after all the adventures they experienced on their journey together, the two consider each other best friends to this day.

Evidence In The Show[]

In the beginning, Pikachu "fried" Misty's bike, and she then held Ash responsible. Misty began to follow Ash to make sure he would pay off his debt to her. They bickered constantly, but, needless to say, their friendship grew stronger as the series progressed. They relied on each other not only for friendship, but for support as well. Many fans have taken quotes and actions by characters as evidence for PokéShipping in the anime.

Pokémon Emergency

Once Misty catches up to Ash in the Pokémon Center in Viridian City, she is still extremely enraged towards him about what happened to her bike. Ash only changes her mood once he tells her that Pikachu is not doing well.
When Team Rocket is trying to steal the Pokémon Center's Pokémon, Ash, Misty, and Nurse Joy attempt to stop them. After Ash fails to properly handle the situation, Misty decides to stall Team Rocket, so Ash can protect Pikachu from danger.
At the very end of the episode, Misty gets Ash to handle Caterpie. She even hides behind him for protection after telling him that she hates bugs.

Ash Catches a Pokémon

Ash, willing to continue his journey alone, is followed by Misty. Upon noticing her pursuing him in Viridian Forest, Ash puts her on the spot and asks her, "Why are you still following me?" Misty sweat-drops and unconvincingly stutters back, "M...My bike! I'm holding you responsible for my bike!" in an insincere manner.
After Koffing hits Pikachu with Sludge, Misty holds Pikachu for Ash while he handles the situation.
After Caterpie pulls through for Ash, Misty and Pikachu, Misty genuinely looks impressed by Caterpie, even telling it that it is stronger than it looks, indicating that she practically took back her earlier comment on Caterpie being a weakling.
After Ash points out that there's basically no harm in congratulating a Pokémon on a job well done, and that a little pat on Caterpie's head should suffice, it should be noted that Misty actually attempts to get out of her comfort zone until Caterpie starts to evolve into Metapod, though Ash is quick to remind her that she was about to make up for her awful comments towards Caterpie, who had just evolved into Metapod.
Why she is following him is made apparent near the end of the episode where she says, "I've never known anyone like him. He really does love Pokémon." She does so in body language befitting that of an infatuated girl. Also, in her statement, it is pretty much implied that she has some sort of interest in knowing Ash, who, at this point, is someone she barely knows. Furthermore, in this and the next episode, Misty seems very eager to make physical (if not courtly) contact with Ash.

Challenge of the Samurai

When Weedle scares Misty, she hides behind Ash for protection.
After she starts to think about who Samurai might be seeking, she realizes that Ash is in potential danger.
During the match, Misty suggests to Ash to recall Metapod, further adding that "Not even a bug deserves this!", referring to Samurai's trash talk about Metapod about to be cut in half by his Pinsir. This is the first time Misty shows compassion for something Ash cares about.
When Samurai is searching for Ash, Misty runs toward him, shouting, "Ash!" sounding worried or scared.
After Ash is accidentally electrocuted by Pikachu's Thundershock attack on a Beedrill, Misty grabs him by the hand, and rushes him to safety.
When Ash gets excited about discovering Metapod's whereabouts, Misty cover's Ash's mouth to silence him.
When Metapod evolves into Butterfree, Misty comments on how beautiful it is, and is not freaking out about it, as she has been with Caterpie, and, to a lesser extent, Metapod.
Before Ash and Samurai parted ways, Misty makes them promise not to match up Metapod vs Metapod again. This can mean that she wanted to see an exciting match between Ash and Samurai.

Showdown in Pewter City

At the Pokémon Center, Misty explains to Ash that he needs to defeat Gym Leaders to obtain their respective badges, and to get into the Pokémon League. She then proceeds to ask him if he can do it.
While eating at the Pokémon Center, Misty tells Ash if he's really nice, she'll help him with defeating Brock in a Gym Battle. Ash immediately refuses, and Misty storms out of the Pokémon Center.
Later on, after Ash loses to Brock, while Ash is powering up Pikachu, Misty once again offers assistance to him, though, Ash once again refuses. Misty quips, "What do I care?", and "Stubborn. It'd be a lot easier if you would use some of mine, too."
While Pidgeotto is fighting against Geodude, Misty whispers "Come on, Ash, use your head" as she watches.
When Pikachu defeats Geodude, Misty is amazed, saying "Pikachu, nice going!"
When the sprinklers are set off the fire in the Gym, Misty explains to Ash that Rock type Pokémon are weakened by water, which inspires Ash to keep the battle going.

The Water Flowers of Cerulean City

Misty tells Daisy that she's back home because of Ash. The remark makes Daisy think Ash and Misty are a couple, which causes Misty to blush an intense shade of red. Also the episodes before this, while trying to get Ash to avoid coming to this city would suggest other locations, often stating because they are "so romantic", describing in detail in this episode watching the sunset on a hilltop park in Viridian City as the ships pull into the harbor.
As the two begin their usual bickering while leaving Cerulean City Gym, Misty's sisters turn to look at one another knowingly.

The School of Hard Knocks

While Ash and Brock fall into infatuation with Giselle, Misty gets angry. Some say that she was jealous because of Ash, while others say that it was Brock.

Here Comes The Squirtle Squad

When Ash gets caught in an explosion to protect Squirtle, she screams Ash's name, while Brock just stares.
When Ash sees that Pikachu, Misty, and Brock aren't in the cave, he yells Pikachu's name; then has a vision of Misty falling, and calls out her name too. Brock is never mentioned.

Electric Shock Showdown

Nurse Joy chides Ash and Misty for fighting in the hospital ward. Her comment that when two people fight, it means they care about one another draws quick denials from both.

Battle aboard the St. Anne

When Ash expresses concern about having traded his Butterfree for the Gentleman's Raticate, Misty tries to cheer him up by telling him that at least he got a Raticate. Though the trade might not have been equitable, in that moment, Misty appears to truly want Ash to be happy. Additionally, Misty doesn't call Ash out on his decision to have gone out with the trade.
When Ash tries to call Butterfree from his Pokéball, Misty reminds Ash that he traded Butterfree for Raticate, as soon as Ash was confused about why Raticate popped out of the Pokéball, instead, apparently wanting Ash to focus, rather than not get the advantage over a moment's worth of confusion.

Island of the Giant Pokémon

When Ash regains consciousness, he sees Misty still unconscious and rushes over to her, shakes her and yells at her to get up. Then he notices Brock and tells him to get up, but he remains by Misty's side.

Beauty and The Beach

When Misty shows up, holding a beach ball along with her bathing suit on, Ash stares at her with what some describe as a love-struck expression, and comments on how Misty looks like a girl for once. After Ash said that, she blushed an intense red. Later, when Moe yells at the group, Ash quickly hides behind Misty and holds her by the shoulders, showing he looks to her when he is scared or needs support.

The Ghost of Maiden's Peak

When the ghost skulls attack them, Misty grabs Ash's arm and holds on to him tightly. Ash never seems to have any problem with this, if anything looking like he wanted to be comforted, suggesting that they both look to each other when they are scared and are not embarrassed by this.
At the end of the episode, Misty invites Ash to dance. When Ash accepts, she takes his hand and they are then seen dancing together as the episode ends.
Ash does a double-take when he sees Misty dressed in a kimono, asking him to dance and the bubbly background associated with crushes is shown

Bye Bye Butterfree

Misty's advice for Butterfree to be assertive and comparing love to a surprise attack in a fight suggests her own aggressive behavior with Ash is motivated by more than just petty bickering.

The Tower of Terror

At the beginning of the episode, Ash, Brock and Misty are walking through the mist on their way to Lavender Town and Brock says they should probably hold hands. Ash and Misty eagerly reply, "Okay!" The two of them hold hands and continue walking, but Brock, who came up with the idea, mistook Pikachu's tail for Ash's hand; only Ash and Misty are holding hands. Also, when Brock grabs Pikachu's tail because he can't see through the mist, Pikachu fires an electric attack out of fear and Misty grabs onto Ash.
Later, when Misty thought that Ash had died, she is almost driven to tears, but then is interrupted by Ash who comes back to life. She wipes her nose and blushes.

The Ninja Poké-Showdown

As Ash, Misty, and Brock follow a Venonat through the Fuchsia Gym, Ash runs into a invisible wall. When the group turns away, Ash runs into another invisible wall and falls. When she sees this, Misty grabs Ash by the waist and helps him up. Her face expresses concern. After Ash has gotten up, Misty continues to hold on to his arm for a few moments. Brock is completely still while this is happening.

The Legend of Miniryu (Aired only in Japan)

When Ash is about to jump in water to take out the bomb from the lake, Misty holds his hands saying its too dangerous. Brock is visibly doing nothing. It may be considered as a strong evidence from Misty's side.
When Team Rocket throws dynamite into the sea in the Valley of Dragons in order to capture the Dratini, Kaiser dives into the water to rescue them. Ash is also determined to save them, but Misty screams, "No, Ash!" and pulls him back, scared he will be hurt. She then says, " Ash, I...." obviously wanting him to stay so she won't lose him.

Snow Way Out!

When Ash chases after Pikachu, who was blown away by the blizzard, Misty initially tries to follow before Brock stops her.

March of the Exeggutor Squad

Ash compliments Misty's outfit when he and Brock arrive at their magic show, causing her to blush.
When Misty sees Ash lying unconscious on the ground, she panics and runs to his side, begging Pikachu to "do something."

The Song of Jigglypuff

When Jigglypuff sings its song, the pair end up falling asleep with their heads supporting one another.

Attack of the Prehistoric Pokémon

When Misty, Brock, and Squirtle are digging through the rocks to save Ash, Misty, in the dub, says to herself "Listen Ash you'd better hold on, don't forget you still owe me a new bike!" In the original Japanese, Misty says Ash had better not die on her, suggesting that she needs to reassure herself that Ash is okay.

Princess vs. Princess

Ash (and the others) are stunned when they see Misty dressed up for the competition.
When Misty says she wants to win the competition, Ash assumes she wants the signed photo with the movie star Fiorello, and gets jealous.

Volcanic Panic

Misty completely forgot about her bike being destroyed by Ash, supposedly being the only reason for her traveling with him. This, to fans, is one of the clearest examples of Misty's growing feelings towards Ash during the Indigo League arc.

The Misty Mermaid

Ash compliments Misty's underwater performance and is quick to support her in fighting off Team Rocket.

Lights, Camera, Quack-tion

When the oversized Gengar begins to head toward Pallet Town, Ash runs after it in hopes of trying to stop it from destroying his hometown. As soon as he runs off, Misty shouts "Ash, I'm coming with you!". Brock, on the other hand, hesitates before deciding to run after the two.
The two end up collapsing on top of one another when Jigglypuff sings.

The Ancient Puzzle of Pokémopolis

When Jigglypuff sings its song, Misty is seen sleeping on top of Ash's back.

Fourth Round Rumble

While watching Ash's match on the grass field in the spectator stands with Brock, Misty becomes particularly vocal whenever Brock shows signs of attraction for Ash's current opponent Jeanette Fisher, yelling at Brock to remember whose side he is meant to be on. She also feels sorry for Ash when his mother and Professor Oak show up to tell him that all of Pallet Town is now rooting for him, recognizing the increased pressure this will put Ash under.

Friend and Foe Alike

When Ritchie tells the referee to wait for Ash, Misty becomes worried that Ash might not make it in time. She nearly starts throwing hands when confronting Ritchie about Ash's absence in the tournament.

Friends to the End

After Ash loses to Ritchie, Misty tries to cheer him up.

Poké Ball Peril

Near the end of the episode, with Brock having left Ash and Misty to travel alone, James says, "I think we may have captured a pair of very romantic creatures in our little cage," after which Jessie swoons and Meowth blurts out, "They're lovebirds!" Ash and Misty deny it all but blush. In the original, James implies that they've eloped.

The idea of Ash and Misty as a couple becomes a sub-theme throughout the subsequent Orange League Season, culminating into events in the second movie.

The Lost Lapras

In the original, the hula girls who greet Ash and Misty use an expression that can be translated as "you guys match well," a term used to refer to couples. In the dub, the girls only greet them.
When Tracey first says that he's coming with Ash and Misty, Misty gets angry and tells him that he can't just invite himself to tag along with them, implying that she would rather travel with just Ash.

Navel Maneuvers

Danny, the Navel Island Gym Leader, quickly picks up on the nature of Ash and Misty's relationship during one of their arguments and says, "I can see the two of you are pretty close." After Misty asks what he meant by that, he replied, "What's that saying? 'You always hurt the one you love...'
During this episode Misty develops a small crush on the Navel Island gym leader Danny, and Ash becomes jealous, saying, "What's she so worried about him for?". Once he was distracted by his feelings he almost fell off the cliff.

Wherefore Art Thou, Pokémon

After Ralph's Nidoran♂ and Emily's Nidoran♀ kiss and evolve, Tracey comments about whether the battle or the kiss made them evolve. The idea of kissing embarrasses Misty and provokes Ash to ask the question, "Do people change when they get kissed?" after which Misty answers to him, "Guess we'll have to find out ourselves..." She could be seen blushing when she said this, as an obvious sign of either attraction to Ash or embarrassment. Earlier in the episode, Tracey compared the interaction between the Nidoran's Trainers to the relationship between Misty and Ash (although both vehemently deny it). Although this probably could not have meant that they kiss themselves, but kiss different people.

Get Along, Little Pokémon

As the storm comes Misty collapses from exhaustion and Ash is shown in the next scene to be holding her by the waist as he helps her to the safety of the rock. Misty yells, "Be careful, Ash!" before he goes to save the Magnemite.

The Mystery Menace

When Misty sees the monster behind Ash, she screams in fear it might hurt him. When Ash turns around, she yells at him to do something. Tracey is completely silent while all of this is happening.
After Ash passes out from fear, Misty is shown kneeling by his side, watching him to make sure he's okay. Tracey is standing by the creature.

Misty Meets Her Match

This entire episode alone serves as conclusive evidence that Misty not only likes Ash but possibly has developed a case of young love for him. Rudy, the Trovita Island Gym Leader, has a case of "love at first sight" with Misty after she saves his sister, Mahri. After several advances from Rudy, Misty agrees to what is essentially an impromptu date with Rudy, leaving Ash and Tracey to themselves and later declines Rudy's invitation to stay and help him in the Gym. The most significant evidence in this episode is when Rudy asks Misty if she wants to stay forever with him at the Gym, she stops dancing and blushes whilst looking away and saying " I don't know". Throughout Ash's gym battle with Rudy, Misty is clearly torn between deciding which boy meant more to her, finally rooting for Ash in the end as Squirtle is hit by a Thunderbolt from Rudy's Starmie. Rudy, in shock, mutters "She wants him."

Charizard Chills

When Charizard was thrashing around wildly, Misty tried to run to Ash's aid, and was only held back by Tracey.
When Misty finds out that Ash's hands were rubbed raw, she gave up her blanket so Ash's hands wouldn't get any worse.

The Stun Spore Detour

Every time that Tracey and Ash need attention, Misty comes to Ash first or expresses more concern for Ash.
When Ash was sick from Vileplume's stun spore he asked for Misty, not Pikachu or his mother.

Love, Totodile Style

When Ash asks why a (clearly Brock-style infatuated) Totodile is acting so goofy, Misty responds that he might understand these things when he's a little older and more mature.

Forest Grumps

Ash reassures Pikachu repeatedly that although they're worried about Misty (who had gotten separated from the group thanks to Team Rocket and an Ursaring attack, they'll keep working to find her. Jessie (who ended up with Brock and Ash) note how much they care about her.
When the two groups finally reunite with one another, Ash and Misty excitedly only greet one another.

The Heartbreak of Brock

After Temacu expresses her thoughts about marriage to Brock, Misty says to Ash, "You and I will be married someday too." Ash nods his head without realizing what she had just said, and then shouts "WHOOA?" She could have easily meant that they would be married someday to different people, not necessarily to each other. However, this is a dub edit. In the original, Misty said, "Looks like she fell for Brock in first sight."
While giving a pep talk to Brock about pursuing a possible relationship with Temacu, Misty says, "Take it from me, it's a lot easier to like someone who likes you than to like someone who doesn't." Brock then asks her, "How do you know?", after which Misty gasps, blushes, then coyly replies, "Well that's...what I've heard..." She is arguably not referring to Brock (much to the dismay of GymShippers, since she is openly encouraging Brock to pursue Temacu. So it could be possible hint that she was talking about Ash.

Just Add Water

When Ash and Brock arrive to rescue Misty and Dorian from Team Rocket, Misty shouts Ash's name in relief and gives no mention of Brock or even an indication that she has noticed him.

Love, Pokémon Style

When Macy first invites Ash out to lunch, Misty quickly cuts in between the two and comments that Ash is "booked". Later in the same scene, Macy questions Misty's right to interrupt in Ash's personal affairs when she's not his girlfriend. Misty looks quite unimpressed as Macy continues to flirt with Ash.

Johto Photo Finish

After Ash lost to Harrison, Misty was upset that Ash lost.

Gotta Catch Ya Later!

The departure of Misty from the group is a very emotional affair. After all is said and done, Misty says to herself, "Well, Ash Ketchum, finally, I know how you feel about me."
In this episode, Misty gives Ash her handkerchief. In Japan, as well as in many other east Asian cultures, giving a handkerchief is done to "wipe away tears" when someone leaves your life (eg. a death, a breakup, or saying goodbye to a good friend).
Before the trio splits up and they go their respective ways, Misty asks Ash very sincerely, "Are you sure you'll be OK without me, Ash?"
Misty got her own good-bye song (which completely left Brock out). One of the most significant lines in this song was "You're more than just my best friend." Ash was pretty clueless about how upset Misty was when they found out she had to leave, but when they actually parted, he did say that she’s his best friend, and cried when they left.

Cerulean Blues

In the original Japanese version, Misty is only talking to Ash (the Dub has her think about Ash and Brock) in her final inner monologue, beaming with pride about how she's finally accomplished her goal of becoming a Gym Leader.

A Date with Delcatty

In the original Japanese version, Misty rejected Georgio because "there was someone else", possibly referring to Ash.

The Right Place and the Right Mime

After Ash is saved from the Tauros by Bayleef, Misty and Tracey come to check on them. Ash comments that his Pokémon are stronger than ever, and Misty tells him that Pokémon start acting like their Trainers, and teases him about knowing a 'certain Trainer' that has been running wild, while winking towards Ash.
When Max informs everybody that the nearest Battle Frontier facility is near Cerulean City, both Misty and Ash are delighted that they can travel together for a while, and she gives him a wink.

Buizel Your way Out Of This!

Ash uses the lure Misty gave him to fish. Dawn becomes curious and asks if she could use it, but Ash wouldn't let her.

Alola, Kanto!

After she reunites with Ash, she blushes while telling him that he hadn't changed at all.

When Regions Collide!

When she reveals her Key Stone during her battle against Ash, she winks and asks him if it looked good on her.

Evidence In The Movies[]

Pokémon the Movie 2000: The Power of One

In the Japanese trailer of the film, there was a scene that was animated specifically for that trailer. When Ash jumps down the cliff to save his Pikachu, Misty tries to follow him but Tracey holds her back. Misty looks completely distressed, as can be seen by her tears.
When Delia ( ash's mother ) wasn't that worried misty was crying for ash
P2K, otherwise known as 'The Power of One', or 'Revelation Lugia' is the conclusion to everything related to Misty's love for Ash in the Orange Season. In this movie, Misty gets competition in the form of Melody, the Festival Maiden of the Legend Ceremony. Melody, upon greeting our heroes, immediately comes up to Ash and plants a kiss on his cheek, provoking a glare of jealousy from Misty. Also, after Melody's performance at the festival party, she quickly kneels in front of Ash and grabs hold of his arm, provoking Misty to gasp and growl again in subdued jealousy.
Also, upon being called Ash's girlfriend, Misty blushes uncontrollably. When Misty is talking about how stubborn Ash is, Melody starts to tease her, saying how Misty will have to get used to it once her and Ash get married. Upon hearing this, Misty protests, but blushes as well. Furthermore, when Maren offers her boat to Ash to fulfill the prophecy, he promptly asks Misty to join him, completely ignoring Tracey.
Near the end, Misty openly admits to Melody that Ash is "her burden" and goes off to rescue him in Melody's place, stating that he'll never be alone as he'll always have her, which Melody respects (due to the debating between her and Misty of Misty liking Ash throughout the movie).
In the movies Japanese ending credit one line in the song meant "saving your lover from drowning" and misty saved ash from drowning

Pokémon 4Ever - Celebi: The Voice of the Forest

When the group is seen running from a Pokémon, Misty trips along the way. Ash (and Brock) run back to help her. They get to safety, at least for a little while, and all of a sudden, some Pokémon appear to attack them. Ash runs in front of her and spreads his arms out to protect Misty. Just like a prince does to his princess but we know misty isn't those types of girls who are damsel in destress

Pokémon Heroes: Latios & Latias

When Bianca/Latias kisses Ash on the dock, Misty is so shocked that not only does she develop the same jealous expression seen in the series, but she also drops her Togepi.

Pokémon: Jirachi: Wish Maker

In the dubbed version of the movie, Ash makes a reference to Misty (not by name): on the last day of the comet's showing, Max is disappointed that he will have to part with Jirachi; Ash sits down with him by the river and reassures him that Jirachi will always will be in his heart, telling him "A good friend left me, and I miss her everyday. But I know we'll be friends forever.", obviously referring to Misty.

Evidence In The Manga[]

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Evidence In Songs[]

toi et moi is the ending theme for the Japanese version of The Power of One. This song is often considered to be from Misty's perspective about Ash, as the lyrics fit the action of the movie at several points. The verse, "I come to save you as you are about to drown", is a clear reference to Misty's actions in the movie.
Misty's Song is a song from the Pokémon 2.B.A. Master soundtrack in which Misty sings that she loves Ash. She also says that she wants to confess her love to Ash. This is one of the strongest pieces of evidence for PokéShipping. Part of the song was played in the episode For Crying Out Loud, although the canonization of the song is disputed.
On the Pokémon Christmas Bash CD, there are two songs that show strong evidence of her feelings towards Ash.
The first song on the CD entitled Pokémon Christmas Bash has the three main characters along with Team Rocket singing about what they want for Christmas. In Misty's stanza, she sings "Hey Santa if you're really listenin' / My wishlist has only one thing / Just gimme one dance with Ash / At the Pokémon Christmas bash!".
Another song on the CD called Under the Mistletoe has Misty singing about how she wants Ash to know her feelings for him and how she wants to meet Ash under the mistletoe. On the other hand, Ash is singing about how he hopes to not to be caught under the mistletoe, although at first he doesn't move away- many fans claim this is Shipping from Ash's side. Near the song's end, after leaving Ash feeling paranoid about the mistletoe, Misty has got Ash under the mistletoe. Ash realizes this, freaks out, and runs off to eat more cookies while leaving Misty wondering what his problem is.
He Drives Me Crazy is a song from Totally Pokémon and Pokémon 3: The Ultimate Soundtrack that is sung from Misty's perspective, although it was not sung by Rachael Lillis. This song highlights the feelings that Misty has but does not understand. Many PokéShippers regard this song as having undeniable proof of Misty's feelings for Ash.
It Takes Two is a song used to advertise the Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire games. It states evidence from both sides on how they work together as a team.

Evidence In Other Media[]

Pokémon Live!

In this show, Misty yearns to tell her feelings for Ash, but is too afraid to tell him.

Fanon Information[]

Most PokéShippers agree that Misty has a crush on Ash. This evidence became most prevalent during the Orange Island Saga, long before it became occasional to have a girl have a crush on Ash. Most shippers will admit that Ash has not shown any true proof of liking Misty beyond the already established platonic feelings. Naturally, PokéShippers believe Ash is capable of liking Misty. Furthermore, the theory also extends to the possible belief that Ash does love Misty, but is not mature enough to realize it. This idea is supported by the fact that Ash acts jealous when another guy shows interest in Misty or vice-versa, and the flirtatious tone of some of their teasing. This theory explains their bickering (to cover up how they really feel about each other), and it can be argued that Ash displays real feelings for Misty when she is vulnerable or scared.

PokéShipping is the most popular Pokémon ship and one of the most popular shippings in all of anime. It's also one of the most popular shippings between Ash and a female companion and the most popular ship for Misty. Its biggest rivals tend to be Ash with his other female companions (Such as AmourShipping) and rivals or Misty and his male companions (Such as OrangeShipping).

Trivia[]

The ship name comes from Pokémon, making a reference to the first anime season, Pokémon: Indigo League (known at the time it was first aired simply as Pokémon).
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