Ash Ketchum says goodbye to Pokémon and will stop being the protagonist of the famous anime

The rumors turned out to be true and it is that the fans of the anime of Pokémon They have mixed emotions due to a decision they have made for the future of the franchise and that is the popular one Ash Ketchumthe young man from the city of Paleta, will no longer be the main protagonist of the famous series.

Now, from the official account of Pokemon Twitter They commented that after the premiere of a few episodes in which the character will be paid homage, he will leave his post to make way for two new talents: Liko and Roy. Therefore, the next series will be set in the region of Paldearemembered in other spaces as Pokemon Scarlet and Purple.

A new series is coming Pokémon!, follows the adventures of two new characters and three starter Pokémon from Paldea through the world of Pokémon! Also, commemorate Ash’s career with special episodes to close out the Journeys series. Ultimate Pokémon. Starting in 2023!” recites the trill in question, clarifying his plans for the future.

What is known about the special episodes and the new series?

On the one hand, on the other January 13, 2023 will be released -initially in Japan- a total of 11 episodes where the story of Ash and Pikachu. As mentioned above, it will be a “sort of” homage to the adventures these characters have had over the years, since their inception in Kanto region.

Now, the series that will be the continuation of the anime will debut in April 2023 and will be the protagonist Liko and Roytwo young coaches who have to choose their own starter pokemon in Paldea to experience adventures together.

Ash, the best of all

It should be remembered that after the victory of Ash Ketchum versus Lionel in the last match of the World Cup the fans filled the streets with messages social networks to celebrate the victory of this character. Now, from the 90s, he is remembered for embarking on this adventure of being a Pokémon master with PikachuCharmander, Squirtle and other basic creatures from the famous universe.

Origin of the word ‘Pikachu’ and curious data

For those more informed on the subject, the name ‘Pikachu’ comes from the union of words in Japanese pika, what’s the name a lagomorph (the order to which rabbits and hares belong) of origin in North America and Asia, the Octotonidae or picapika, the Japanese onomatopoeia describing electric sparks, e nipples, Japanese onomatopoeia of the sound produced by a mouse, to give it a tender sound.

Now “Pikachu” lives in areas with high activity natural electricity. It can be found in fields with abundant berry bushes and even in some forests with small rivers and ponds for hydration.