I think it's because of his brother, he wants to be better then him and prove that he is a good trainer. His mind tells him to be strong and doesn't understand to show love for something. Then Ash showed up and he saw how he treats his Pokemon, you can tell he's confused by his and hates it. He doesn't understand that showing love for your Pokemon it the best thing to do. But at the end, he starts to change.
posted over a year ago
What do you mean you THINK it's because of his bro? Of course it's because of his bro, it was stated by his brother himself. Everything you said, pumpkinqueen, is comepletely true.