Did Ash Give Away Pikachu?

This happens very early in the series, when the gang stumbles upon a colony of wild Pikachu. Ash's Pikachu saves another small Pikachu from a raging river and is accepted into the colony as a hero. After seeing how happy Pikachu is, Ash decides to leave him behind for his own good.

Why did Ash give up Pikachu?

In the present, Ash finally stops running. Misty and Brock both catch up to him, asking why he's leaving Pikachu. Ash stands his ground, stating that Pikachu will be much happier with its own kind in the forest rather than traveling with him and decided that his decision is final.

What Pokemon did Ash give away?

Every Pokemon Ash Ketchum Has Released, Ranked