Ash’s Starly joined his team early in his Sinnoh journey during a mission to locate Pikachu. The Pokémon quickly showcased steadfast loyalty and tenacity, diligently training to master Aerial Ace despite early struggles that left it nursing minor injuries. Amid an investigation into vanishing bird Pokémon, Starly was seized by Team Rocket alongside other avian captives. Confined with a Hoothoot, it devised a plan to hypnotize Meowth, orchestrating an escape attempt. When reinforcements arrived, Starly evolved into Staravia mid-conflict, shattering its physical limitations and perfecting Aerial Ace to secure a decisive victory. As Staravia, it remained a steadfast presence in Ash’s team, contributing to Gym battles and regional trials. Its evolution marked its transformation from a vulnerable fledgling to a resilient combatant, shaped by collaborative strategies and adaptability in crises. The captivity ordeal highlighted Staravia’s tactical ingenuity, as it rallied fellow captives to resist their captors, underscoring a blend of bravery and calculated resolve. Its documented arc focuses solely on Ash’s Sinnoh endeavors, with no expanded appearances in spin-offs, films, or alternate narratives beyond its core storyline.