Does Ash ever use his old Pokémon again?

Yes, Ash Ketchum does use his old Pokémon again, especially for special events like leagues and tournaments (like the Battle Frontier and World Coronation Series), but he usually focuses on his current regional team for everyday adventures to build new bonds and experience new challenges, though he often brings back favorites like Charizard, Snorlax, Bulbasaur, Squirtle, and Greninja for major battles.
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Does Ash ever see his old Pokémon?

Ash asks if Charizard would like to rejoin him on his journey, and the answer is an enthusiastic yes! So, it's off once again to the White Ruins, but now with Charizard along, reunited with our heroes once again!
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Who is Ash's rarest Pokémon?

Ash's rarest Pokémon include his Shiny Noctowl, the Mythical Melmetal, the Ultra Beast Naganadel, and his unique Ash-Greninja form, all standing out due to their distinct traits or species rarity, with Melmetal potentially the absolute rarest due to its origin from a unique group of Meltan. 
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Does Ash meet Clemont and Bonnie again in Pokemon Journeys?

Ash and Goh have arrived in Kalos, where Ash has agreed to reunite with Clemont and Bonnie. On his way to Lumiose City, Ash discovers that his next World Coronation Series battle is set for the next day and will be against Drasna, one of the Kalos Elite Four members.
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What happened to Ash's original Pokémon?

Ash's older Pokémon generally live at Professor Oak's lab or are released for specific reasons (like training or protecting their own kind), with some having significant reunions and others remaining unseen for long stretches, but most are cared for and often return for special battles or appearances, showcasing their growth and Ash's enduring bond. Key examples include Pidgeot, released to guard its flock and reunited with in the finale; Primeape, left with a trainer for P1 Grand Prix training; Goodra, released to protect its swamp friends; and Greninja, staying in Kalos to fight Team Flare roots.
 
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Why Ash Stopped Using Old Pokémon

Why did Ash leave Bulbasaur?

Ash left Bulbasaur at Professor Oak's lab because Bulbasaur wanted to stay and help resolve conflicts between Pokémon. Ash saw Bulbasaur's willingness to remain and trusted Professor Oak to care for it. This allowed Ash to continue his journey, knowing Bulbasaur was in a supportive environment.
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What is episode 69 of Pokémon?

The Pi-Kahuna. S1, E69: When Ash wipes out during a surfing attempt, Victor rescues him and tells him about Humungadunga, a giant wave that sweeps through every 20 years; Ash and Pikachu try to give Victor the confidence he needs to catch the giant wave.
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Is Goh in love with Ash?

Goh shows intense admiration and strong emotional attachment to Ash in Pokémon Journeys, with many fans interpreting his blushing, awe, and possessiveness as romantic feelings (JourneyShipping). While some see it as deep friendship or mentor-mentee admiration, others believe the writers included strong hints of romantic love, though it's not officially canon, with interpretations varying based on cultural context and fan perspectives. 
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Does Bonnie own Zygarde?

No, Bonnie doesn't officially own Zygarde (nicknamed Squishy or Puni-Chan), as she's too young to be a trainer, but she became its very close caretaker and bonded with it deeply, essentially becoming its companion and protector, convincing it to trust humans before it left to fulfill its duty to Kalos in Pokémon the Series: XY.
 
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Do we ever see Brock's eyes?

Yes, you do see Brock's eyes occasionally in the Pokémon anime, but it's rare and usually happens during moments of extreme emotion, shock (like getting hit), or when he's being particularly smitten/comedic, revealing small pupils or a comical starry-eyed look, though his default is always closed eyes as a design choice, notes Fandom and Reddit users. 
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Which Pokémon is 999?

The Pokémon with the Pokédex number #999 is Gimmighoul (Chest Form), a Ghost-type Pokémon from Generation IX (Scarlet & Violet) known for evolving into #1000 Gholdengo after collecting 999 Gimmighoul Coins. Gimmighoul has two forms, the Chest Form (number 999) and the Roaming Form, and its evolution into Gholdengo requires a specific collection of coins, symbolizing a thousand coins. 
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Who is LGBTQ in Pokémon?

Blanche is non-binary and uses They/Them pronouns. They are sometimes identified with She/Her pronouns.
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Who is the no. 1 Legendary Pokémon?

Arceus isn't just a Legendary Pokémon—it's the cosmic deity of the Pokémon universe! With its 720 base stat total and perfect distribution across all categories,...
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Why did Charmander stop obeying Ash?

Ash's Charmander stopped obeying Ash after evolving into Charmeleon (and then Charizard) because it felt Ash was a weak trainer who didn't respect its growing strength, especially after Ash told it to lose a battle to a weak Paras, causing Charmeleon to view Ash as unworthy and leading to its rebellious nature. This stemmed from Charmeleon's pride, a personality shift after evolving, and a perceived lack of respect, contrasting with its initial loyalty as Charmander. 
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What is Ash's actual age?

Officially, Ash Ketchum is perpetually 10 years old, the age he starts his Pokémon journey, as time generally doesn't pass for him in the anime's narrative. However, fans estimate he's much older (around 17-18) due to the real-world time the series has run and events in the show implying the passage of years, with some believing his immortality ended, allowing him to age slightly by the final season.
 
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Did they reveal Ash's dad?

No, Ash's father has never been formally revealed or met in the main Pokémon anime series, remaining a mystery despite mentions by his mom, Delia, who confirms he was also a trainer from Pallet Town but is always on his own journey. While there are theories and hints in specials (like him giving Ash his hat in an alternate universe in "Distant Blue Sky") and movies, his identity and physical appearance are intentionally kept unknown in the main canon.
 
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What is the #1 strongest Pokémon?

Arceus. By far the most naturally powerful Legendary Pokémon, with 720 points, Arceus is the closest thing the Poké-world has to a God - and as such, has powers you won't find with any other. These include Multitype, allowing it to change forms at will, telepathy, and the ability to control other Legendary Pokémon.
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How old is Bonnie in XYZ?

In Pokémon the Series: XY, Bonnie (Eureka) is generally considered to be around 7 or 8 years old, starting younger and aging slightly by the XYZ series, though official ages aren't always consistent, with fans placing her around 8 at the start of the Kalos journey and maybe 9 or 10 by the end of XYZ.
 
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Is Ash 10 in xy?

Ash clearly ages but is constantly said to be 10. He was at least 11 in Alola because you needed to be 11 to do the trials, and at least 15-16 in XY because Clemont and Serena are 16 and unless Serena is a cougar hitting on a 10 year old, Ash had to be age appropriate.
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Who all kissed Ash?

Many people have kissed Ash in the Pokémon anime and movies, most famously Serena (on the lips), Melody (cheek), and potentially Bianca or Latias (cheek, movie), plus disguised Team Rocket members and even his own Chikorita. The most iconic and debated kiss is Serena's final one, but others include Jessie/James (disguised) and Melody in Pokémon the Movie 2000. 
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Does Chloe join Ash and Goh?

Chloe is also a childhood friend of Goh. She sometimes joins Ash Ketchum and Goh on their adventure with her newly caught Eevee, who is incapable of evolving.
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Is there a banned episode of Pokémon?

The globally banned episode "Dennō Senshi Porygon", which aired only once on Japan's TV Tokyo on December 16, 1997, features a series of rapidly alternating red and blue frames that provoked epileptic seizures in hundreds of children.
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Which One Piece episode got a 9.9 rating?

While One Piece has many extremely high-rated episodes, often hitting 9.8/10 and sometimes touching 9.9/10 briefly on IMDb (like recent ones in 2025), few maintain a stable 9.9+, with its highest consistent scores generally around 9.8, especially major arcs like Marineford or Wano, though newer episodes like #1136/1137, #1153 ("The Upheaval of an Era"), and others get huge praise, with 1144 even hitting a temporary 9.9 during its run.
 
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What is TM 69 in Pokémon?

TM69 in Pokémon varies by game, often being Rock Polish (Gen 4-7, BDSP, Black/White) which sharply raises Speed, but becomes Psycho Cut in Sword/Shield (a physical Psychic move) and Ice Punch in Scarlet/Violet (a powerful Ice move), craftable after defeating Atticus. Its location shifts, from caves like Mount Coronet (Platinum) and Chargestone Cave (Black/White) to specific spots requiring bike abilities (Sword/Shield) or crafting (Scarlet/Violet).
 
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