The Misty/Kasumi Shippings Poll
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Poke shipping? Yes! The rest? NO WAY! However. I will admit I like someone else shipping, if only because its name is a hint for every gen 1 and 2 Misty shipping.
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The way I see it, the "current" Misty is more or less what we saw in the side series episodes. We know that she had/has a crush on Ash, but we don't really know what's happened since then. That leaves these possibilites:
1. She is still waiting for Ash to come back to her, regardless of the likelihood of this. She thinks they are "meant to be". (Pokeshipping)
2. She has realized Ash is not coming back but is trying to cling to someone who reminds her of Ash that lives near her in Kanto (Egoshipping)
3. She has moved on since then and found someone else. Side series makes it seem like Tracey could be that person (Orangeshipping), even though there are some very anti-Orangeshipping hints at the same time. She additionally could have a very adult view of relationships and at some point move on to dating new men (SomeoneElseShipping), which also confusingly has hints for and against it.
Because of all the conflicting information I mentioned in #3, I would say that Misty IS starting to come to terms with the fact that Ash is not going to come back for her, but that she is still in the process of this. We have never seen any indication of Egoshipping, really, so I would say that it is about as likely as SomeoneElseShipping/any hypothetical future relationship Misty could have with any adult.
Tracey and Misty do actually appear to still be friends, and there are a few flirty moments between them. I think this is the most likely outcome, but not WAY more likely than her finding someone new.
YMMV, feel free to try and give counter-arguments!
1. She is still waiting for Ash to come back to her, regardless of the likelihood of this. She thinks they are "meant to be". (Pokeshipping)
2. She has realized Ash is not coming back but is trying to cling to someone who reminds her of Ash that lives near her in Kanto (Egoshipping)
3. She has moved on since then and found someone else. Side series makes it seem like Tracey could be that person (Orangeshipping), even though there are some very anti-Orangeshipping hints at the same time. She additionally could have a very adult view of relationships and at some point move on to dating new men (SomeoneElseShipping), which also confusingly has hints for and against it.
Because of all the conflicting information I mentioned in #3, I would say that Misty IS starting to come to terms with the fact that Ash is not going to come back for her, but that she is still in the process of this. We have never seen any indication of Egoshipping, really, so I would say that it is about as likely as SomeoneElseShipping/any hypothetical future relationship Misty could have with any adult.
Tracey and Misty do actually appear to still be friends, and there are a few flirty moments between them. I think this is the most likely outcome, but not WAY more likely than her finding someone new.
YMMV, feel free to try and give counter-arguments!
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The amount of GymShippers is depressing. (Besides me only 2 other people voted for it)
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I thought about including Gymshipping, and in the past I probably would have, but now that Brock has an actual Chansey I feel like he has a decent chance at finding a Nurse Joy. But this isn't the thread for my Brock analysis
EDIT: One thing though, I like the fanart for it.
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Gym used to be really popular, i'm surprised that it only had 3 votes
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I've been a Pokeshipper since before I even knew what shipping was. XD But I think a platonic Generatorshipping is absolutely adorable, and I'm not hating the idea of Indigoshipping either. . . .
Pokeshipping:
Of course, with the way Ash is, this shipping is a bit unlikely. The only way I can see it ever happening as a true canon is if Ash finally goes back home for an extended period of time (not staying, of course, because this is Ash. Just around longer than a week), and maybe go swimming in the Cerulean Gym. Which might lead to Misty grabbing his hand to help him out, and maybe he starts feeling something, but being Ash, he wouldn't know what that was.
Several more similar actions would occur (including Ash seeing Misty dressed up for a show or festival, her laughter or smile catching his attention for some reason, and other things), but in the end, he goes on another journey with nothing major happening, but maybe thinking of Misty just a bit more than usual. That might lead to more subtle hints in the future.
Generatorshipping:
As I said, just platonically. I can clearly see Misty being upset over Ash and Pikachu comforting her. It wouldn't matter if he knew what he was comforting her for since Pikachu would try to make her feel better regardless of knowing the problem. And besides that, the two have had fun together during the times Pikachu was hanging around Misty and not Ash.
Indigoshipping:
Richie seems a lot more mature than Ash, and thinks before he really did anything, unlike Ash, so I think he would be a pretty good candidate.
But, of course, Richie resembles Ash some, so that might lead to a bit of drama, but at the same time, it's kind of perfect in the scenario of Misty wanting to move on, but is still trying to let go of Ash, like Karpi suggested. And that would likely lead to:
A) Misty breaking up with Richie after realizing she only really liked him because he reminded her of Ash. Which would lead to her finally getting over him.
B) Misty opening her eyes and looking at Richie for him, not Ash. Which in turn would also lead to her getting over Ash, or
C) Richie breaking up with Misty when he realizes she always thought of Ash. And that would likely lead to Misty really thinking about her feelings, then afterwards wanting a fresh start with Richie. She would have either gotten over Ash, or gets over him gradually as she starts to see Richie for the 'first time.'
But also as Karpi stated, Orangeshipping seems the most likely at the moment - as far as Misty dating someone she knows well is concerned, but I do wish there were more episodes of her interacting with the other potential shipping characters.
. . . I'd like to see her interaction with Paul. o.o
Pokeshipping:
Of course, with the way Ash is, this shipping is a bit unlikely. The only way I can see it ever happening as a true canon is if Ash finally goes back home for an extended period of time (not staying, of course, because this is Ash. Just around longer than a week), and maybe go swimming in the Cerulean Gym. Which might lead to Misty grabbing his hand to help him out, and maybe he starts feeling something, but being Ash, he wouldn't know what that was.
Several more similar actions would occur (including Ash seeing Misty dressed up for a show or festival, her laughter or smile catching his attention for some reason, and other things), but in the end, he goes on another journey with nothing major happening, but maybe thinking of Misty just a bit more than usual. That might lead to more subtle hints in the future.
Generatorshipping:
As I said, just platonically. I can clearly see Misty being upset over Ash and Pikachu comforting her. It wouldn't matter if he knew what he was comforting her for since Pikachu would try to make her feel better regardless of knowing the problem. And besides that, the two have had fun together during the times Pikachu was hanging around Misty and not Ash.
Indigoshipping:
Richie seems a lot more mature than Ash, and thinks before he really did anything, unlike Ash, so I think he would be a pretty good candidate.
But, of course, Richie resembles Ash some, so that might lead to a bit of drama, but at the same time, it's kind of perfect in the scenario of Misty wanting to move on, but is still trying to let go of Ash, like Karpi suggested. And that would likely lead to:
A) Misty breaking up with Richie after realizing she only really liked him because he reminded her of Ash. Which would lead to her finally getting over him.
B) Misty opening her eyes and looking at Richie for him, not Ash. Which in turn would also lead to her getting over Ash, or
C) Richie breaking up with Misty when he realizes she always thought of Ash. And that would likely lead to Misty really thinking about her feelings, then afterwards wanting a fresh start with Richie. She would have either gotten over Ash, or gets over him gradually as she starts to see Richie for the 'first time.'
But also as Karpi stated, Orangeshipping seems the most likely at the moment - as far as Misty dating someone she knows well is concerned, but I do wish there were more episodes of her interacting with the other potential shipping characters.
. . . I'd like to see her interaction with Paul. o.o
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Seems like a pretty accurate idea of what would happen in a future where Ritchie lives in/near Cerulean. And if that happened I could definitely see them having a chance together. But the problem is that we have no idea what Ritchie has been doing. Is he still traveling? Did he settle down in Kanto? We will probably never know :/
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That's true; which only leaves us with the more practical Orangeshipping . . . or just some random character that was never introduced/"created" at all.
Although. . . . It's kind of a long shot, but there was a couple of guys Misty was interested in (and vise versa) at some point in the anime. I can't remember them exactly (besides one guy with a boat), but it's possible she could run into any of them and something could start from there. Though I, personally, don't see the relationship getting too serious, I could easily picture at least one dinner date.
But as I said, it's a bit farfetched, since they were one-time characters.
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Ah, multiple choice is a relief; allows me to use my Multishipping license on this poll a little, since I no longer have a single favourite Misty shipping anymore.
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I love when shipping polls are multiple choice. I multi-ship myself. But I will admit, if this wasn't multiple choice, I'd go with GymShipping! (It was my first true OTP and first Pokémon ship I loved)
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Out of ships concerning Misty while im not much of a shipper i would still say pokeshipping left biggest impressions so far on me. With Misty showing variety of expressions and emotions around Ash she never showed with anyone else. Comprised of lot of blushing, moments of jealousy over other girls flirting with Ash and trying to deny it when being accused in several episodes and especially in second movie regarding Melody.
Somewhat posessive nature not wanting any other girl to be present near Ash as far as flirting goes which was especially memorable during Johto league with Macy considering him as "booked",lot of concern and care than it was case with even Brock and anyone else not wanting Ash to go into danger or starting to cry when something bad would happen hoping he is alright (such as moment of Ash dying, almost drowning in second movie, going rashly in confrontation with TR to save Lugia by himself in Whirl Islands, when Shuckle elder gave him suspicious pill causing Ash pain invoking her fury and high level of dedication and faithfulness if Trovita island and decline of Rudy offer to stay with him along with chronicles and reasoning behind reject of Georgio offer to go on date was something to go by.
There is also aspect of loyalty and sense of dedication coming from Misty side which showed new dimension to whole relationship she had with Ash which i found personally endearing. Still showing signs of attachment and allegation toward Ash even after departure.
Like in "Cerulean Blue" when in end of episode in Japan version she thinks only about Ash asking inspector Joy to convey her greetings to him while dub changed that including Brock there too, in "Date with Delcatty" when Georgio asked her on date she declines feeling embarassed saying how "there is someone else" which imo referred to Ash based on past(dub changed lot of things in this episode not just altering Georgio scene, but also ending where Misty feels saddened complaining over sisters disinterest in gym having to stay and do her best for time being). Accompanied with further frustration at her older siblings and reluctance to leave Ash and co so quickly in her last cameo with one of main reasons behind even being at Pallet town after Hoenn league being arrival of Ash.
This further gave me impression how Misty didn't got over Ash based on chronicles and her cameo appearances still implying he means alot to her.
But obviously since than it passed 9 years (yep, 9 full years passed without Misty returning in person sadly). Lot of things could have changed in meantime and while time doesn't pass in same way like it does in our world, there also exists possibility of character eventually growing out of affection and feelings she may have held for Ash.
Meaning that Misty stopped having romantic feelings for Ash finding love and interest in some other guy. Like Tracey.
Granted personally i have doubt on this becoming reality. If anything than because Misty with behavior always gave me impression of viewing him as very good friend, but not much else. Personally i never noticed any crush or affection coming from Misty or Tracey toward opposite gender and even when others assumed they were coupl like Sakura and Casey in chronicles, Misty wasn't defensive overeacting, blushing or feeling embarassed only assertively denying it., Being annoyed that everyone comes to such conclusion.
But with time its possible that you start seeing in person things you didn't noticed initially with platonic care that your friend is happy and safe starting to grow in crush, even love toward him.
So in that aspect, who knows its everyone game still of ending up with him or someone completely different we never heard from.
Other scenario regarding Misty feelings for Ash is that she still keeps her heart for him waiting patiently that their lifepaths intertwine again at some point.
This can happen imo either:
-when Ash arrives at Pallet with Misty hearing he is there due to not being much in contact,
-Ash on return home decides to stop by Cerulean city surprising Misty by visiting her, This would of course both cause shock and huge joy from Misty side, possibly throwing snarky remark or critic over never keeping in contact with her. But not being able to be mad for too long with feelings getting best out of her.
-Misty travelin to region Ash is in bumping into each other unexpectedly at road. Either to catch new pokemon, advance water master career by hearing about big water tournaments similar to Whirl Cup held. Hear about new ways of upgrading pokemon(mega evolution)going on quest to collect required items and develop bond between her and Gyarados for example.
Travel to learn new things from other experts like E4 siebold(water master in games)which would likely leave her all excited, fangirly and shy in case of meeting him. Not to mention current region Kalos is based on France and Misty is big romantic so thats there too, along with all intricancies encounter with Serena could bring.
This are possible scenarios of Misty meeting up with Ash in case of being on her own journey imo. Because many gym leaders travel and if sisters in meantime become more responsible she could go on journey progressing her goals, so its feasible.
So whatever of this three options happen would reveal in what direction Misty love and career life may flow in future.
In general one thing which goes in favor of me giving vote to pokeshipping for now is also incredibly fun and multidimensional chemistry going between them. Misty seemed capable to me of managing to ignite reactions from Ash side with her snark and strong willingness often leading to clash and comic scenes, motivate him and push to go forward not fooling around and making sure that he dont humiliate himself when glory hits him in head. Resulting in character becoming more humble, open minded and appreciative of friends.
While we had on other side of spectrum Ash who managed to cause conflict from Misty side awakening that caring and tender traits putting lot of dedication and effort in helping people she cares about, spuring her brash, stubborn nature and competitive spark when getting on her nerves with his stupidity and audacious behavior. Having healthy and filled with spice rivalry at times going between them and lot of witty remarks and jokes coming from her, annoyance and gratitude to be in her friends company being one which often holded main word in group.
That can be noticeable during her cameos in Hoenn as well managing to add extra life to cast and bring more emotion, tension and comedy around. Coming up with witty banter, brash confident demeanor bragging over being better trainer with Ash getting into friction. Playfully joking over his skills as trainer or resourcefulness with Ash answering back to provications leading to lighthearted, natural two way interactions pervated with humor, alacricy and funny dialogue. And Ash inconsiderate behavior making her annoyed, but also very hapy and grateful to be able to be in his company again. Winking, working as team when fighting dr. Doom or colonel Hanson and revealing lot of independence and energy knowing hoew to take care of things on her own.
With their bond maturing greatly since early days showing through interactions how both managed to grow as persons and trainers because of that.
Having all condiments needed for healthy, varied and eventful relationship.
Somewhat posessive nature not wanting any other girl to be present near Ash as far as flirting goes which was especially memorable during Johto league with Macy considering him as "booked",lot of concern and care than it was case with even Brock and anyone else not wanting Ash to go into danger or starting to cry when something bad would happen hoping he is alright (such as moment of Ash dying, almost drowning in second movie, going rashly in confrontation with TR to save Lugia by himself in Whirl Islands, when Shuckle elder gave him suspicious pill causing Ash pain invoking her fury and high level of dedication and faithfulness if Trovita island and decline of Rudy offer to stay with him along with chronicles and reasoning behind reject of Georgio offer to go on date was something to go by.
There is also aspect of loyalty and sense of dedication coming from Misty side which showed new dimension to whole relationship she had with Ash which i found personally endearing. Still showing signs of attachment and allegation toward Ash even after departure.
Like in "Cerulean Blue" when in end of episode in Japan version she thinks only about Ash asking inspector Joy to convey her greetings to him while dub changed that including Brock there too, in "Date with Delcatty" when Georgio asked her on date she declines feeling embarassed saying how "there is someone else" which imo referred to Ash based on past(dub changed lot of things in this episode not just altering Georgio scene, but also ending where Misty feels saddened complaining over sisters disinterest in gym having to stay and do her best for time being). Accompanied with further frustration at her older siblings and reluctance to leave Ash and co so quickly in her last cameo with one of main reasons behind even being at Pallet town after Hoenn league being arrival of Ash.
This further gave me impression how Misty didn't got over Ash based on chronicles and her cameo appearances still implying he means alot to her.
But obviously since than it passed 9 years (yep, 9 full years passed without Misty returning in person sadly). Lot of things could have changed in meantime and while time doesn't pass in same way like it does in our world, there also exists possibility of character eventually growing out of affection and feelings she may have held for Ash.
Meaning that Misty stopped having romantic feelings for Ash finding love and interest in some other guy. Like Tracey.
Granted personally i have doubt on this becoming reality. If anything than because Misty with behavior always gave me impression of viewing him as very good friend, but not much else. Personally i never noticed any crush or affection coming from Misty or Tracey toward opposite gender and even when others assumed they were coupl like Sakura and Casey in chronicles, Misty wasn't defensive overeacting, blushing or feeling embarassed only assertively denying it., Being annoyed that everyone comes to such conclusion.
But with time its possible that you start seeing in person things you didn't noticed initially with platonic care that your friend is happy and safe starting to grow in crush, even love toward him.
So in that aspect, who knows its everyone game still of ending up with him or someone completely different we never heard from.
Other scenario regarding Misty feelings for Ash is that she still keeps her heart for him waiting patiently that their lifepaths intertwine again at some point.
This can happen imo either:
-when Ash arrives at Pallet with Misty hearing he is there due to not being much in contact,
-Ash on return home decides to stop by Cerulean city surprising Misty by visiting her, This would of course both cause shock and huge joy from Misty side, possibly throwing snarky remark or critic over never keeping in contact with her. But not being able to be mad for too long with feelings getting best out of her.
-Misty travelin to region Ash is in bumping into each other unexpectedly at road. Either to catch new pokemon, advance water master career by hearing about big water tournaments similar to Whirl Cup held. Hear about new ways of upgrading pokemon(mega evolution)going on quest to collect required items and develop bond between her and Gyarados for example.
Travel to learn new things from other experts like E4 siebold(water master in games)which would likely leave her all excited, fangirly and shy in case of meeting him. Not to mention current region Kalos is based on France and Misty is big romantic so thats there too, along with all intricancies encounter with Serena could bring.
This are possible scenarios of Misty meeting up with Ash in case of being on her own journey imo. Because many gym leaders travel and if sisters in meantime become more responsible she could go on journey progressing her goals, so its feasible.
So whatever of this three options happen would reveal in what direction Misty love and career life may flow in future.
In general one thing which goes in favor of me giving vote to pokeshipping for now is also incredibly fun and multidimensional chemistry going between them. Misty seemed capable to me of managing to ignite reactions from Ash side with her snark and strong willingness often leading to clash and comic scenes, motivate him and push to go forward not fooling around and making sure that he dont humiliate himself when glory hits him in head. Resulting in character becoming more humble, open minded and appreciative of friends.
While we had on other side of spectrum Ash who managed to cause conflict from Misty side awakening that caring and tender traits putting lot of dedication and effort in helping people she cares about, spuring her brash, stubborn nature and competitive spark when getting on her nerves with his stupidity and audacious behavior. Having healthy and filled with spice rivalry at times going between them and lot of witty remarks and jokes coming from her, annoyance and gratitude to be in her friends company being one which often holded main word in group.
That can be noticeable during her cameos in Hoenn as well managing to add extra life to cast and bring more emotion, tension and comedy around. Coming up with witty banter, brash confident demeanor bragging over being better trainer with Ash getting into friction. Playfully joking over his skills as trainer or resourcefulness with Ash answering back to provications leading to lighthearted, natural two way interactions pervated with humor, alacricy and funny dialogue. And Ash inconsiderate behavior making her annoyed, but also very hapy and grateful to be able to be in his company again. Winking, working as team when fighting dr. Doom or colonel Hanson and revealing lot of independence and energy knowing hoew to take care of things on her own.
With their bond maturing greatly since early days showing through interactions how both managed to grow as persons and trainers because of that.
Having all condiments needed for healthy, varied and eventful relationship.
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well the truth is i only go by the canon ship so the ship that becomes canon is the main one that i will ship if non become canon then i will just earth not ship or ship my favorite