lots of proof! :3
Evidence (in white)
Spoiler warning: Major plot or ending details may follow.
Dawn's Hints
Dawn admiring Paul in Different Strokes for Different Blokes
* Different Strokes for Different Blokes
Dawn admired Paul when he easily captured a Ursaring, but he didn't return her sentiments.
* Shapes of Things to Come
Though this may be considered false or true due to opinion, Dawn was very excited to witness Paul's battle.
* A Gruff Act to Follow
Dawn tried to stop the argument between Paul and Ash. However, she got really mad about the fact that Paul didn't remember her at all.
Paul's list of hints
Paul does not seem to be as annoyed by her as he is with Ash and Brock. He even talks to her in a gentle tone.
Paul speaking calmly to Dawn in Tag! We're It!
Paul speaking calmly to Dawn in Tag! We're It!
* Shapes of Things to Come
As Dawn admits that she wants to watch him battle, Paul glances over her while saying: "I couldn't care less." Obviously, he doesn't seem to be annoyed by her since he doesn't mind if she's around him.
* A Maze-ing Race!
Paul met Dawn when she was separated from her friends. He seemed annoyed when he saw her, as Ash and Brock were not far behind. He talked to her calmly, though.
* Tag! We're It!
In this episode, Paul and Ash argue a lot about Paul's Chimchar. When Dawn makes a point, Paul responds calmly.
Alternate Names
* ShinHika - The original (Japanese) term for the ship, using the standard Japanese naming method of combining parts from each characters name, starting with the dominant character.
* PADL - Standing for Paul And Dawn Love.
* Pawn - A combination of the English names Paul and Dawn