I think you should get Pikachu as a starter so you can use agility to be faster.Also,Pikachu can learn discharge to easily beat monster houses and get a lot of EXP.Pikachu can learn thunder wave to stop your foe and has the ability static which does the same effect.Pikachu can also learn the IQ stairs sensor which helps you get out of a dungeon faster.Pikachu also has lots of other cool IQs.Also, Pikachu is an electric type and can't easily beat a rock or ground type.If you have the TM Dig,Pikachu can easily beat a rock,ground,and a electric type.You should get Mudkip for your helper.Also Pikachu can learn the IQ quick hitter!The IQ lets you use you regular attack twice'so you don't have to worry about moves the you have a disadvantage.So I think you should get Pikachu!I got a female Pikachu by being a male and Brave type.Hope you had fun reading!