Digimon Adventure first aired in 1999 and captured the hearts of children! The series, which depicts the heartwarming bonds and battles between protagonist Taichi Yagami and his partner Digimon, continues to be popular with fans of all ages, even now, over 20 years later, and is loved by fans of the original series. Numerous theatrical versions have been released, and a remake, Digimon Adventure:, began airing in 2020! In this article, we'll take a closer look at the partner Digimon that appear for the children in Digimon Adventure:.
What are partner Digimon, anyway?
Partner Digimon are the Digimon who fight alongside the protagonist Taichi Yagami and his fellow "Chosen Children." Each Digimon is bound by a strong bond, and they are destined to meet. It's heartwarming to see them trust their partner children and fight alongside them!
Taiichi Yagami's Partner Digimon: Agumon
The partner Digimon of the protagonist, Taiichi Yagami, is Agumon, an orange dinosaur-like creature. He has a laid-back personality and loves to eat. Agumon is a Digimon in its growth stage, and attacks with a move called Baby Flame, which emits a small flame. It evolves from Botamon to Koromon to Agumon to Greymon to MetalGreymon to WarGreymon. When he evolves into Greymon, he loses his laid-back demeanor and fights dynamically, using his claws and flames. As the bearer of the "courage" crest, Gabumon possesses courage and an indomitable spirit that never gives in under any circumstances. He's not particularly fast, but rather a power type. He pairs perfectly with the brave Taichi, making this a favorite Digimon pair for many.
Ishida Yamato's Partner Digimon: Gabumon
Gabumon is the partner Digimon of Ishida Yamato, who can be considered the second protagonist. Gabumon is a growing Digimon with white fur and blue lines. While the contents of his fur are never revealed in the story, he is said to be a reptilian, similar to Agumon. Its special move is "Petit Fire," which emits a small flame. It evolves from Punimon → Tsunomon → Gabumon → Garurumon → WarGarurumon → MetalGarurumon. When it evolves into Garurumon, it takes on a tiger-like appearance and toyed with its enemies with incredibly agile movements. As the bearer of the "Friendship" emblem, it is like a confidant who understands its partner Yamato better than anyone else.
Takenouchi Sora's Partner Digimon: Piyomon
Piyomon is the partner Digimon of Takenouchi Sora, who acts as an older sister figure to the "Chosen Children." As its name suggests, it looks like a pink chick. Its arms are developed like wings and it can fly by flapping its wings, but it is troubled by its inability to fly fast. Its special move is "Magical Fire", which produces phantom flames. It evolves from Nyokimon → Pyokomon → Piyomon → Birdramon → Garudamon → Hououmon. When it evolves into Birdramon, it can fly freely in the sky, making it very useful for transportation. It is in charge of the crest of "love" and has a very gentle personality. It adores Sora like an older sister.
Izumi Koshiro's Partner Digimon: Tentomon
Izumi Koshiro's partner Digimon is Tentomon. As its name suggests, it looks like a ladybug, but when it evolves, it resembles a rhinoceros beetle. Its special move is "Petit Thunder," which releases static electricity generated by its wings. It evolves from Mochimon → Tentomon → Kabuterimon → AtlurKabuterimon → HerculesOokabuterimon. It speaks in Kansai dialect and is a mood maker. Evolving into Kabuterimon increases its defense. As the bearer of the "Knowledge" crest, he sometimes speaks words of encouragement to the immature Koshiro.
Joe Kido's Partner Digimon: Gomamon
Joe Kido is the oldest of the "Chosen Children," but he's a bit unreliable. His partner Digimon is Gomamon. Gomamon resembles a seal and has a distinctive orange mohawk-like hair growing on his forehead. His special move is "Marching Fishing," which attacks with a group of small fish minions. It evolves from Pichimon to Pukamon to Gomamon to Ikkakumon to Zudomon. Although it has not yet appeared in Digimon Adventure:, in other series it has evolved into the ultimate form Vaikemon. Ikkakumon, evolved from Gomamon, excels in underwater combat and attacks with a special move called "Harpoon Vulcan", which launches its mithril horn. As it is the owner of the "sincerity" crest, it is like a housewife when it supports Joe.
Mimi Tachikawa's Partner Digimon: Palmon
The partner Digimon of the laid-back young lady Mimi Tachikawa is Palmon, a girl with a flower on her head. Its green, plant-like appearance led Mimi to describe it as "gross" when she first met it... Its special move is "Poison Ivy," which entangles its venomous vines. It evolves from Yulamon to Tanemon to Palmon to Togemon to Lilimon to Rosemon. When it evolves into Togemon, it looks like a cactus, but as it evolves from Lilimon to Rosemon, it becomes more beautiful. Palmon, who wields the "Innocence" crest, adores Mimi and has a close friendship with her.
Takaishi Takeru's Partner Digimon: Patamon
Yamato's younger brother, Takaishi Takeru, has a partner Digimon called Patamon. This adorable Digimon resembles a hamster with wings, and like Takeru, he's a crybaby. However, when he evolves, he transforms into the godlike Angemon! His special move is "Air Shot." He evolves from Poyomon to Tokomon to Patamon to Angemon. In other series, Angemon evolves further into HolyAngemon and then Seraphimon, but as of January 2020, it has not yet appeared in Digimon Adventure:.
Hikari Yagami's Partner Digimon: Tailmon
Tailmon is the partner Digimon of Taichi's younger sister, Hikari Yagami. While listed as Hikari's partner Digimon on the official website, as of January 2021, it has yet to appear in the game. While it resembles a cat, it is said to be modeled after a house mouse. While Tailmon is about the same size as Agumon and the other Digimon in their adult stages, it's a fully grown Digimon. As a sacred Digimon, we're excited to see how it will perform in "Digimon Adventure:."
Each Digimon Has Their Own Characteristics! A Summary of Partner Digimon
The partner Digimon of the "Chosen Children" each have their own unique characteristics and areas of expertise. Also, in the many "Digimon Adventure Series," some Digimon have different evolutionary forms. Their evolved forms and fighting styles are impressive, so be sure to keep an eye out! The relationships and bonds between the partner Digimon are also a highlight.
