A: It is rated "A" for All Ages by VIZ, but Western parents should note it has mild blood, intense battle violence, and implied death. It is ideal for readers 10+, unlike the anime which is for 4+.
How the first volume manages to introduce the starter Pokémon (Bulbasaur/Saur and Charmander) while establishing a long-term mystery regarding the legendary Mew. V. Conclusion
You can find this volume in several official formats from : Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Pokémon Adventures Collector's Edition, Vol. 1
Red’s journey truly begins when he accidentally releases the Pokémon in Professor Oak’s lab and has to round them up. Impressed by his bond with a stubborn Bulbasaur, Oak gifts him the Pokédex.
