Is Ash done with Pokémon?

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.

Is Ash Ketchum's story over?

And as if that wasn't enough, the Pokémon Company revealed that the final episodes of Ultimate Journeys will bring an end to Ash's journey. The next installment will focus on new characters, Liko and Roy as they explore the Paldea region, which was introduced in Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet.

Is Ash and Pikachu leaving Pokémon?

Pokémon animated series saying goodbye to Ash Ketchum and Pikachu after 25 years. After 25 years of following Ash Ketchum and his electric pal Pikachu, Pokémon has announced their adventure will be coming to an end in 2023.

Who is replacing Ash?

It was recently announced that Ash Ketchum and his loyal Pikachu will soon be leaving the long-running Pokemon anime series, making way for two new protagonists known as Liko and Roy.

Will Ash ever come back?

Yes, Ash Ketchum is coming back. What is this? According to anime director Kunihiko Yuyama, Ash's departure from Pokemon will only be temporary. Speaking to Spring 2023 issue of Otomedia magazine (via Dogasu), Yuyama said that Ash will return in the future.

Ash confesses to Misty....

Why is Pokémon removing Ash?

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.

Will Pokémon end after Ash won?

Rather than a movie or special, Ash's adventure will end with a season-ending run of Pokémon Ultimate Journeys: The Series episodes.

Is Pokémon getting rid of Pikachu?

After 25 years, the iconic duo will be retiring after 11 more episodes of Pokémon Ultimate Journeys: The Series.

Will Pikachu be replaced?

Pokémon: Ash and Pikachu are officially being replaced as the series protagonists. That's right, it's official. The Pokémon anime is going to be headed down a very different path, as it's now been announced that the series will be introducing two new protagonists replacing Ash.

Are they replacing Ash with Goh?

Goh becomes the protagonist

Now that Ash has won the World Coronation Series, the last three episodes are switching focus to Goh and his work with Project Mew.

Is Ash Ketchum being retired?

On December 16, 2022, The Pokémon Company group announced that, after 25 seasons and almost 1300 episodes, Ash and Pikachu's journey will end in 2023, with two new main series protagonists taking their place.

What will happen to Ash now?

Ash Ketchum has become Pokemon Champion, and will be leaving the anime behind for good after ascending to the rank of Master in 2023. Less than a dozen episodes remain in his tenure as the final season of Ultimate Journeys comes to an end.

Is team Rocket Leaving Pokémon?

Pokémon Ultimate Journeys: The Series is bidding farewell to Ash and Pikachu, marking the end of an era for fans, however it looks like they won't be the only established characters to be stepping out of the series.

Is Pokemon Journeys the end?

Now it's time to say goodbye. A new Pokémon trailer released Friday revealed that Pokémon Ultimate Journeys: The Series concludes with 11 episodes in early 2023 that will eventually bid farewell to Ash and Pikachu.

How old is Ash in the end?

Ash Ketchum's Age

This age has been confirmed in almost every iteration of the Pokémon anime, and no matter which series he's in, Ash is always 10 years old. Granted, there are still theories as to exactly why this is the case, such as the possibility of eternal youth or the flow of time being slower than real life.

Why did Ash Stop Pikachu from evolving?

In the episode "Gotta Catch a What?!" Ash explained to his companion trainer Goh that Pikachu wanted to get stronger as a Pikachu. While evolving into a Raichu would have increased Pikachu's power significantly, it also wouldn't have been true to who he is. Ash's Pikachu, in all iterations, has wanted to prove himself.

Did Ash become a Pokemon master?

When the series first began in 1997, Ash had just turned 10 years old and was eligible for a Pokémon trainer's license. "I will journey to gain the wisdom of Pokémon training, and I hereby declare to the Pokémon of the world, I will be a Pokémon master!" he declared. Twenty-five years later, he did.

How many Pokémon does Ash give up?

Throughout his journey, Ash has caught and traveled with a variety of Pokemon that he's encountered in various regions. However, many of them he had to leave behind in some capacity. There are over 50 different Pokemon that Ash has travelled with in the Pokemon anime that are currently no longer with him.

How long will Pikachu live?

Small pokémon like Pikachu or Bidoof usually live for about 20-40 years. Ghost-types can live for centuries if not millenia.

Who will be the new protagonist of Pokemon?

However, the new protagonists have already been announced for the next series, via a special announcement video posted to Pokemon's Twitter. Pokemon's press release states that their names are Liko and Roy.

Who is Ash father?

An unnamed man is the father of Ash Ketchum and husband to Delia Ketchum from Pokémon the Series.

Is this Ash Ketchum last season?

As announced in December 2022, this is the final season for Ash and Pikachu as main characters. The next series, premiering on April 14, 2023, will follow entirely new protagonists.

What is Pokémon after 25 years?

After 25 years, the Pokemon anime series is shaking up its formula by saying goodbye to Ash and Pikachu. The new Pokemon series that is set to debut in 2023, once Pokemon Ultimate Journeys: The Series concludes, will star two new protagonists named Riko and Roy.

What is Ash's last Pokémon team?

According to the video, Ash's final team is currently made up of Sceptile, Donphan, Noivern, and Buizel. Long-time fans will already know that each of these Pokemon have had their place in Ash's team during the anime at one time or another.

Will Ash be in Gen 9 anime?

Even so, it is the first teaser not to feature Ash, so that is something to note as well. Additionally, a new Pokemon Generation 9 anime would usher in a new age with new faces and a new journey to look forward to.