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Is there a new Pikachu?

The Pokémon Company has today taken to Twitter to reveal two new characters for the upcoming animated series and it looks like Pikachu is going to be replaced by... another Pikachu. We're giving you a first look at two new characters from the upcoming, all-new Pokémon animated series
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Pokémon: The Johto Journeys is the third season of Pokémon, and the third season of Pokémon: The Original Series, known in Japan as Pocket Monsters: Episode Gold & Silver (ポケットモンスター 金銀編, Poketto Monsutā: Kin Gin Hen).
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What is the newest Pikachu?

There is to be a new Pikachu character, named Captain Pikachu. This Pikachu will partner with a new human, Professor Friede, in an animated series based on the most recent video game: Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
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Is Detective Pikachu 2 being made?

Well, Smith might have been right at the time, but a sequel is now happening as it was announced in March 2023 that Jonathan Krisel, co-creator of Portlandia, would direct the sequel which will be written by Chris Galletta. So to mark that exciting news, here's everything you need to know about Detective Pikachu 2.
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Who is replacing Pikachu?

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.
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Will there be a second Pikachu?

It turns out the potential sequel to Pokemon: Detective Pikachu may still be in the works. The sequel was officially announced in 2019 months before Detective Pikachu even hit theaters, with Oren Uziel attached to write the script.
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Pokemon Horizons Just REVEALED the New Beginning.

Is Ash's Pikachu a Raichu now?

Goh now has a Raichu on his team and Ash's Pikachu remains in its regular form.
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Is Pokémon discontinuing Pikachu?

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.
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Why is Ash leaving Pokémon?

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.
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Is Pokémon getting rid of Ash?

Pokémon will end Ash's story with 11 episodes that will air in Japan beginning on January 13, 2023. And these episodes will mark the end of Pokémon Ultimate Journeys: The Series. According to a release, they will also “provide a glimpse of what the future may hold for the world's strongest Trainer.
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Why did Ash leave Pikachu?

In the present, Ash finally stops running. Misty and Brock both catch up to him, asking why he's leaving Pikachu. Ash stands his ground, stating that Pikachu will be much happier with its own kind in the forest rather than traveling with him and decided that his decision is final.
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Why is Pikachu being retired?

After becoming Pokémon Master, Ash Ketchum and Pikachu retire to make way for the new generations. Take a look at the new Pokémon Scarlet and Violet anime.
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Are they replacing Ash and Pikachu?

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.
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Why did they change Pikachu?

Pikachu's design has evolved from its once-pudgy body to having a slimmer waist, straighter spine, and more defined face and neck; Sugimori has stated these design changes originated in the anime, making Pikachu easier to animate, and were adopted to the games for consistency.
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What Pikachu is most rare?

The most expensive Pokémon card is the Pikachu Illustrator which sold for $5.275 million in July 2021. It's the true Holy Grail of Pokémon card collecting and only one PSA 10 is known to exist.
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Who is the rarest Pikachu?

The Pikachu Illustrator cards are some of the rarest in the game due to only 41 copies ever being issued. Not only that but these were distributed to the winners of the 1997 and 1998 Pokémon Illustrator contests.
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Is there a rainbow Pikachu?

TCGplayer Tip:This rainbow-colored card is the rarest version of Pikachu VMAX in Sword & Shield: Vivid Voltage. The set marked the cardboard debut of the 68-foot-tall fan-favorite Dynamax Pikachu (sometimes known as "Chonkachu").
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Who is replacing Ash?

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.
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Is Ash Ketchum ending?

Pokémon Ultimate Journeys spoilers follow. Pokémon has revealed its farewell to Ash Ketchum and Pikachu as the duo's final episode aired.
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Which Pokémon Ash left?

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.
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Who is Ash son?

Sato Ketchum is the son of Ash and serena He started his adventure with his father's Pikachu's son and his father's Charizard's son.
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Is Pokémon anime ending?

An All-New Pokémon Series Is Coming

As of 2022, Ash and Pikachu have appeared in almost 1,300 episodes. While other protagonists have been featured in spin-offs, this marks the end of a continuous storyline that will be over 25 years old when it concludes.
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Will Ash ever return to Pokémon?

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.
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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.
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Why did Ash not let Pikachu evolve?

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.
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