Chansey was introduced in Pokemon Red and Green in 1996 as a Normal type Pokemon known for carrying a lucky egg and helping heal others, often appearing alongside Nurse Joy in the anime. Like every Pokemon in the main games, Chansey was given a unique electronic cry that players heard when it appeared in battle or in the Pokedex. As Pokemon sound collections circulated online, individual cries were shared on soundboards and in fan projects, and Chansey's gentle call remained popular for its association with healing and good fortune.