The Pokémon Anime Bids Farewell To Ash With The Reveal Of A New Series

After 25 years, the most recent season of the Pokémon anime noticed protagonist Ash Ketchum lastly obtain his dream of changing into Pokémon World Champion. Now that he’s reached the highest of the mountain, the series is giving the perpetually younger hero his final hurrah earlier than kicking off a contemporary journey starring a brand new cast of characters.

The Pokémon Firm introduced that starting January 13 (in Japan), Ash and Pikachu’s closing chapter begins. It consists of 11 particular episodes serving as a grand send-off celebrating the duo’s achievements. It additionally options some acquainted faces from Ash’s previous, together with Misty and Brock.

Someday later within the 12 months, a brand new yet-to-be-titled animated series set in Scarlet/Violet’s Paldea area kicks offs. It stars two younger trainers, Liko and Roy, joined by the three starters of that area: Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly. The trailer additionally teases the looks of a shiny Rayquaza.

So that is it. For those who spent your childhood following Ash’s exploits or have caught with him for his whole run, how does it really feel to lastly see the character get his flowers and journey off into the sundown? Are you wanting ahead to lastly seeing a series starring new heroes and storylines? Tell us within the feedback!