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In the Pokémon world, teachers often focus on research rather than training or fighting. They don’t always have their own Pokémon, but that doesn’t mean they don’t know how to handle themselves in battle. Professor Oak is living proof of this, and it was shown in a special episode of Pokémon.
In the 10th anniversary special, titled “Mastermind of Illusion Pokémon”, Professor Oak, Ash, Misty and others are invited by Dr. Yung to learn about an innovative battle system. This system creates “Pokémon Mirage”, a hologram that can battle real Pokémon.
When Ash arrives on the scene, the machine malfunctions and they discover that someone has manipulated the system, putting everyone in danger. The culprit, known as Mirage Master, proves to be capable of creating any Pokémon, including legendary Pokémon like Mewtwo, leaving the group in a complicated situation.
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At that time, Professor Oak did not hesitate to rush into the fight to protect his friends. When the situation becomes critical, Pikachu is in danger, Oak summons his own Dragonite. This decision showed the severity of the situation and the professor bravely fought against the Mirage Master, who was also Dr. Yung.
The idea that Professor Oak has powerful Pokémon is not new. In the original games, there is data from an unused battle in which Oak appeared alongside a high-level Pokémon.
In the anime, Professor Oak even captured a Rotom for research. This shows that even professors who focus on research have their own powerful Pokémon and use them when necessary.
The fact that Professor Oak has Dragonite, one of the strongest and rarest Pokémon, was a big surprise. This detail suggests that he may be one of the most formidable trainers Ash has ever encountered, always keeping his talents a secret until needed.