Unleashing Ash's Unstoppable Pokémon Dream Team!

Summary

Ash's Gengar, Naganadel, and Snorlax are among his strongest Pokémon, contributing to his victories in various tournaments and battles.

Melmetal and Dracovish, while lacking battle experience, exhibit extraordinary and potent abilities that render them formidable adversaries. Hawlucha, Goodra, Sceptile, Lucario, Infernape, Charizard, and Greninja similarly demonstrate exemplary might, each possessing distinct skills and noteworthy achievements.

Ash has captured and trained numerous Pokémon throughout the Pokémon anime, transforming many small creatures into some of the most formidable Pokémon ever witnessed. Additionally, Ash has been fortunate enough to encounter several exceedingly powerful Pokémon, some of whom attained their strength autonomously, while others had their latent potential unlocked under Ash's guidance. As the triumphant victor of both the Alola League and the World Coronation series, Ash's Pokémon possess an indisputable level of power.

Undoubtedly, when contemplating Ash's mightiest Pokémon, Pikachu immediately springs to mind, as its prowess is consistently showcased in almost every episode of the anime. However, what about Ash's other Pokémon? How do they stack up against one another, and which among them could potentially be the strongest Pokémon he has ever nurtured?

12 Gengar

Ash's Gengar, encountered in its Gengar form while haunting the Cerise laboratory in Pokémon Journeys, was captured by Ash and underwent a special ritual. This allowed Gengar to acquire the ability to Gigantamax. It trained alongside some of Ash's Fire-type Pokémon to master Will-o-Wisp, a skill that played a vital role in Ash's victories during the Masters' Eight tournament. Gengar proved to be an indispensable member in Ash's Journeys team, contributing significantly to his achievement of the world champion title.

11 Naganadel

Naganadel, one of Ash's rarest Pokémon, first appeared as a Poipole when it emerged from an Ultra Wormhole into Ash's world. Naganadel and Poipole belong to a group of enigmatic Pokémon known as Ultra Beasts. These Pokémon hail from a different dimension, making them both incredibly rare and immensely powerful. During the Alola League tournament, Ash's Naganadel returned to aid him and successfully defeated another Ultra Beast named Guzzlord, who had interrupted the competition. Later on, Naganadel became an integral part of Ash's final battle against Kukui. It easily overpowered Kukui's Lucario and put up an impressive fight against the legendary Pokémon Tapu Koko.

10 Snorlax

Ash caught his Snorlax in the Orange Islands of Pokémon. This formidable Pokémon was discovered swimming effortlessly between islands, already displaying impressive strength as it devoured anything in its path. Snorlax proved to be an invaluable ally, showcasing its might by singlehandedly stopping a rampaging Rhydon with a powerful punch. Its mastery of the devastating Hyper Beam technique allowed it to conquer numerous opponents in tournament battles. However, the main challenge with Snorlax lies in its inclination towards indulging in food and sleep rather than engaging in fights. Consequently, motivating it to unleash its true power in battle proves to be a challenging task for Ash.

9 Melmetal

Melmetal is not only one of the rarest Pokémon Ash has ever caught, but also one of the largest and most formidable due to its status as a Mythical Pokémon. Originally encountered as a Meltan, it underwent evolution when numerous Meltan joined forces to assist Ash during the Alola League's championship. Regrettably, this limited Melmetal's opportunities to showcase its battle skills, resulting in a lackluster performance in the tournament. Nonetheless, Melmetal remains proficient in its signature move, Double Iron Bash, and given the chance, it still stands as one of Ash's strongest Pokémon.

8 Dracovish

7 Hawlucha

This unusual and powerful Pokémon originated from a failed attempt to revive a fossil. Once the scientists had completed their research, Ash was given the peculiar Pokémon. Despite its questionable origins, Dracovish proves to be a formidable foe, particularly with its signature move, Fishious Rend, which can effortlessly defeat slower opponents. With its massive jaw, Dracovish possesses impressive attacking abilities and often utilizes Ice Fang to achieve remarkable results. However, Ash's Dracovish tends to be absent-minded at times and fails to grasp important commands, such as being recalled from battle.

Before joining Ash, Hawlucha served as the guardian of a forest and quickly became one of Ash's favorite Pokémon during his adventures in Kalos. Its unique move, Flying Press, proved to be a game-changer and allowed Ash to secure victories even in the face of difficult odds. Despite its disadvantage in type, Hawlucha managed to emerge victorious against the Fairy-type Gym Leader Valerie. Additionally, Hawlucha played an invaluable role as a mentor to Ash's other Pokémon, notably teaching Noibat how to fly. However, Hawlucha's tendency to prioritize theatrics over strategic planning can sometimes hinder its effectiveness in battle.

6 Goodra

5 Sceptile

Literally falling into Ash's lap as a Goomy, Goodra joined Ash with the aspiration of becoming stronger and braver, and Ash undeniably assisted it in accomplishing that aspiration. Goodra's Hydration ability proved to be useful on numerous occasions, enabling it to recover from status ailments in the rain. Bide, one of its preferred techniques, allowed it to endure powerful enemy attacks and counter them with equal force, making Goodra an unexpectedly formidable Pokémon in battles. Prior to meeting Ash, Goodra had undergone some distressing incidents that left it deeply frightened of Fairy and Bug-type Pokémon, but Ash played a crucial role in helping it conquer this fear.

Ash encountered Sceptile when it was a Treecko, and together, they defended its home. Evolving into Grovyle, Sceptile became Ash's most dependable Pokémon. It would often be saved for crucial moments, thanks to its Overgrow ability that made it incredibly formidable when facing adversity. Sceptile even achieved the remarkable feat of defeating the legendary Pokémon Darkrai during the Sinnoh League championships. Despite its weaknesses in being somewhat prideful, which once caused it to lose the ability to use attacks after being ignored by a Meganium it admired, Sceptile remains one of Ash's top five strongest Pokémon.

4 Lucario

3 Infernape

Lucario, one of Ash's more recent Pokémon, was hatched from an egg during Pokémon Journeys. Ash's unique ability to see a Pokémon's Aura immediately forged a strong bond between him and Lucario, allowing them to train together with remarkable efficiency. Upon evolving, Lucario faced off against Eternatus and emerged victorious with the assistance of Pikachu and Goh's Cinderace. It has also proven to be highly skilled when battling against Dynamaxed Pokémon. Notably, Ash's Lucario possesses the ability to Mega Evolve, thanks to a Mega Stone obtained with the help of Korrina. In the past, Lucario's bold nature resulted in occasional issues such as attacking random wild Pokémon as a Riolu and occasional bouts of disobedience. However, these behaviors significantly diminished after its evolution.

Infernape, taken in by Ash after being abandoned by his rival Paul, is an inspiring tale of triumph. Despite being initially deemed "too weak," Ash's diligence transformed Chimchar into a formidable Pokémon capable of displaying unwavering bravery in any situation. Its Blaze ability proves to be a valuable asset, propelling it into a frenzy when faced with dire circumstances. Infused with a fervent aptitude for Mach Punch, Infernape defeats opponents swiftly with its lightning-fast strikes. As Pokémon Journeys unfolded, Infernape's audacity grew to the extent that it actively sought out a thrilling encounter with Moltres just for amusement.

2 Charizard

1 Greninja

: Ash's Charizard, second only to Pikachu in fame, was initially discovered as a forsaken Charmander, on the brink of perishing in the downpour. It took a considerable amount of time for Charizard to heed Ash's commands following its evolution, yet eventually it developed profound admiration for Ash and his unwavering service. Of all Ash's Pokémon, Charizard has partaken in numerous leagues, besides Pikachu, and has played an integral role in securing various badges. Moreover, Charizard has engaged in battles against multiple Legendary Pokémon, particularly if one considers the films, triumphantly holding its ground for an unexpectedly prolonged duration. Charizard has an inclination towards fostering rivalries, particularly with other Dragon-like creatures, such as Iris' Dragonite, but demonstrates a willingness to guide and support budding Pokémon (particularly those of the Fire type) showcasing potential. Regrettably, it falls just short of claiming the title of Ash's mightiest Pokémon.

The bond between Ash and Greninja was so extraordinary that it manifested a transformative power during their battles, similar to Mega Evolution. Even before being caught by Ash, Greninja had a strong focus on training and possessed a serious demeanor. The water veil technique of Greninja proved to be incredibly valuable, playing a crucial role in the Ash-Greninja transformation. Outstandingly, Greninja's Water Shuriken was its favorite attack, greatly enhanced in the Ash-Greninja state. While choosing to remain in Kalos as its guardian, Greninja returned in Journeys to assist in training Ash's Lucario, a vital factor leading to his eventual triumph in the World Coronation Series.

Ash's fame may largely stem from his partnership with Pikachu, but it is evident that he possesses a diverse array of formidable Pokémon. The undeniable truth is that Ash's greatest Pokémon are always the ones with whom he shares an unbreakable bond, showcasing his prowess as a top-tier trainer.