When it comes to your own Pokémon, they generally obey you without any problems. However, there are a few factors to consider that may affect their obedience. Let’s take a closer look at these factors.
1. Trainer ID: As I mentioned earlier, if a Pokémon has the same Trainer ID as yours, they will always obey your commands. This is because they recognize you as their rightful trainer. So, any Pokémon you have personally caught will have your Trainer ID and will obey you.
2. Badges: In the main series Pokémon games, you earn badges by defeating Gym Leaders. Each badge you receive increases the level of Pokémon that will obey you. The more badges you have, the higher the level of Pokémon you can control. For example, if you have two badges, your Pokémon up to level 30 will obey you, but if you have five badges, your Pokémon up to level 50 will obey you. It’s important to earn badges to maintain control over higher-level Pokémon.
3. Friendship: The level of friendship or “happiness” between you and your Pokémon also plays a role in their obedience. Pokémon that have a high level of friendship with you will be more likely to obey your commands. Building a strong bond with your Pokémon through battles, training, and caring for them can increase their friendship level and improve their obedience.
4. Disobedience: In some cases, even if a Pokémon should obey you based on their Trainer ID and your badges, they may still disobey you during battles. This disobedience usually occurs when you try to command a Pokémon that is at a higher level than your current number of badges allow. For example, if you have two badges and try to control a level 35 Pokémon, it may disobey your command. However, this disobedience is temporary and will gradually decrease as you earn more badges.
5. Special Circumstances: There may be certain situations where your Pokémon may disobey you regardless of their Trainer ID or your badge count. These situations are usually part of the game’s storyline or specific events. For example, if a Pokémon is under the influence of another trainer’s control or if they are affected by a status condition like confusion, they may ignore your commands temporarily.
Your own Pokémon will generally obey you, especially if they have the same Trainer ID as yours. However, factors such as badges, friendship level, and specific circumstances may affect their obedience. By earning badges, building strong friendships, and understanding the unique circumstances in the game, you can maintain control over your Pokémon and ensure their obedience.