Pikachu is renowned for being the most well-known and recognizable Pokémon. Over the years, Pikachu has become so popular that it serves as the Pokémon mascot. In the games, Pikachu is the version mascot and first partner Pokémon of Pokémon Yellow Version: Special Pikachu Edition and its remake Pokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu!. In the anime, Pikachu appeared regularly as the main travel companion and partner to Ash Ketchum; while another variant, partners alongside Professor Friede in Pokémon Horizons: The Series.
