Can Pokémon survive without Ash?

It's a shocking shake up for the older fans who have been with Ash all this time, and while we would like to think the Pokemon anime won't survive without Ash, the fact of the matter is that it will be.

Who will replace Ash?

The Pokemon anime is saying goodbye to longtime protagonist Ash Ketchum and introducing new heroes for fans to follow. The Pokemon anime is in the process of saying goodbye to longtime protagonist Ash Ketchum, but when the show comes back on in April, fans can look forward to meeting his replacements, Liko and Roy.

Will Pokémon fail without Ash?

With fans wondering what will become of Ash following his World Coronation Series victory, Pokémon has done just fine without Ash before.

Will Pokémon ever move on from Ash?

On Dec. 16, Pokémon's official Twitter account announced Ash and Pikachu's story will end with an 11-episode special titled “Pokémon Aim To Be A Pokémon Master” which premiered Jan. 13. The special will also include Misty and Brock returning as Ash's traveling companions.

What Pokemon series is without Ash?

The Pokemon Company has put Ash to pasture and revealed the upcoming Pokemon anime's official title--Pokemon Horizons: The Series. An official short trailer accompanied the announcement, showing more info on the journey awaiting protagonists Liko and Roy.

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Is Ash no longer the main character?

The beloved protagonist of the Pokémon TV series, Ash Ketchum, is finally leaving the show after 25 years of training to be the very best. The news, while nostalgic and bittersweet, isn't surprising for those who kept up with Ketchum all this time.

Why is Ash being removed?

Ash Ketchum and Pikachu leaving Pokémon, will no longer be the main characters in 2023. After finally becoming the very best like no one ever was, Ash Ketchum's 25 year journey in the animated Pokémon TV series will soon be coming to end as the series will focus on brand new characters next year.

Which Pokémon stayed with Ash the longest?

Did Ash become the very best?

In 1997, Ash set off on a journey from his humble beginnings in Pallet Town to become the very best like no one ever was. Over two decades later, he's now a Pokémon world champion.

Why doesn t Ash evolve?

A lot of Ash's Pokemon are acquired early on and naturally can't evolve until they've undergone considerable training, but some of the most iconic parts of his roster often remain unevolved even after overcoming considerable trials.

Why Ash doesn t catch legendaries?

Eventually, Ash helps the legendary Pokémon when they are pursued by members of Team Rocket. However, he doesn't catch them because of their role as guardians.

Did Ash ever catch a rare Pokémon?

Instead, the rarest Pokémon Ash has ever caught is one that goes all the way back to Johto: Noctowl. In the episode "Fowl Play!" Ash encountered a very rare Pokémon, a shiny Noctowl.

Is Pokémon killing off Ash?

In the movie "Pokémon: I Choose You", Ash is hit by multiple attacks from Pokémon controlled by Marshadow, which kills him and sends his body and soul to a kind-of afterlife, but is later resurrected by Ho-Oh after Pikachu jumps through a portal to save him.

Is Pokemon ending soon?

The next Pokémon anime will end Ash Ketchum's story, introduce new characters after 25 years. With one long journey over, another saga begins in 2023. Ash Ketchum's time as 'Pokémon' protagonist will come to an end in 2023.

Who is Ash son?

Sato Ketchum is Ash's son. He is seen in the pokemon anime series Pokemon Heart and Soul when Celebi sends Ash, Hari and Brock into the future. His name is based on Ash's japanese name Satoshi and his team is based mainly on Red's team in the Pokemon manga apart from having a Charizard instead of Venusaur.

Is Ash Ketchum retired?

The Pokémon Company confirmed that Ash Ketchum will no longer be the main protagonist of the series' anime starting in 2023. Ever since Pokémon!

Who did Ash want first?

Ash originally wanted a Squirtle to be his starter Pokémon, but Professor Oak told him it was taken by another Trainer.

Which Ash was the weakest?

2 Torkoal. Torkoal was caught in the Hoenn region and is easily the weakest Fire-type Ash has ever owned.

Who is No 1 Pokemon master?

1 Ash Ketchum

He's done it. After a contentious Masters Eight Tournament, Ash Ketchum has faced the strongest Champions the Pokemon world has to offer and won. He's officially recognized as the very best Trainer alive.

What Pokémon did Ash abandon?

Ash's Charizard

Those who've watched the Pokemon anime from the beginning remember how Ash met Charizard back when Charizard was a Charmander. Back in the Kanto region, Charmander was abandoned by its original trainer named Damian.

Has Ash ever lost?

During The Problem with Paras, Ash intentionally lost a battle (Pikachu took the intentional loss, hence it is reflected on his stats also).

Who loves Ash the most?

Serena. Fans of the franchise agree that Serena is Ash's most prominent love interest. She shows deep affection for him and even kisses him goodbye when the two part ways, a moment that's still talked about to this day. Like other female characters in the anime, Serena is the female player in the Generation VI games.

Is Ash Ketchum leaving 2023?

But the news came as bittersweet for fans, with Ash's victory meaning he and his best buddy Pikachu will not be appearing in the next Pokémon series, which is set to debut later in 2023 in Japan, with new characters replacing the iconic duo.

Why does Ash look so weird now?

The original animation in the series made Ash much whiter and vaguer in features, much like a cartoon rather than an anime. As the series went on they made sure to animate Ash as being darker with perkier eyes and more Japanese features in his face.

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