Is Pokémon getting rid of Ash?

Yes, Ash Ketchum is officially no longer the main character of the Pokémon anime after 25 years, with his long journey concluding in 2023, and new protagonists, Liko and Roy, taking over in the series Pokémon Horizons to usher in a new era for the franchise. While Ash achieved his dream of becoming a world champion, he's retired from his starring role, though he'll always remain a key figure in Pokémon history, with special episodes airing in 2023 providing closure to his adventures.
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Is Pokémon getting rid of Ash?

The solution to yesterday's puzzle was: "Ash Ketchum and Pikachu," first appeared in 1997, retired in 2023.
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Is it true that Ash is leaving Pokémon?

Yes, Ash Ketchum has officially left the Pokémon anime as the main protagonist, concluding his 25-year journey in 2023 after becoming a World Champion, making way for new characters (Liko & Roy) in Pokémon Horizons, but the Pokémon Company has hinted he's not gone forever, leaving the door open for future special appearances as a legendary figure in the Pokémon world.
 
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Is Pokémon replacing Ash?

Who is replacing Ash Ketchum in Pokemon? Liko and Roy are the new kids on the block carrying on Ash's legacy. Their story is suggested take place in the Paldea region given the presence of Quaxly, Sprigatito and Fuecoco in promotional materials.
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Is Ash coming in 2025?

No, Ash Ketchum did not return as the main character in 2025; his farewell arc concluded in 2023 with new protagonists Liko and Roy taking over in Pokémon Horizons, but creators have hinted at his eventual return as a mentor or in future specials, with fan speculation pointing to the 30th anniversary in 2027 or other events, but no official 2025 comeback was announced for the main series. 
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The Real Reason Ash Left The Pokémon Anime

Does Ash ever marry Misty?

No, Ash does not marry Misty in the Pokémon anime; their relationship remains a close, but ultimately platonic, friendship, though early anime hints and fan speculation fueled "Pokeshipping," with later characters like Serena showing more overt romantic interest, and Ash ultimately leaving the series without marrying anyone. While some fans hoped for it, especially given early English dub hints, the canon portrays them as best friends who went their separate ways, with Ash focusing on Pokémon, not romance, as shown in later seasons.
 
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Why did Pokémon remove Ash?

Ash Ketchum left the Pokémon anime because his long journey to become a Pokémon Master reached a natural conclusion after he became the World Champion, allowing the series to refresh with new protagonists (Liko and Roy) and appeal to new audiences, while giving Ash a definitive, satisfying ending to his story after 26 years. The decision allowed the franchise to evolve, preventing the narrative from becoming too repetitive, and creators carefully crafted his exit to honor his legacy. 
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What is Ash's rarest Pokémon?

Ash's rarest Pokémon often cited are his Shiny Noctowl, his unique Dusk Form Lycanroc, the Mythical Melmetal, the Ultra Beast Naganadel, and his special Ash-Greninja, with Melmetal often considered the absolute rarest due to its origin as a mass of unique Meltan, though Pikachu's Gigantamax form also adds rarity.
 
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Will Liko meet Ash?

It's highly unlikely Liko will meet Ash in the main Pokémon Horizons series as Ash's story concluded, passing the torch to Liko and Roy, but fans debate if a future cameo could happen, perhaps as a mentor figure or in special episodes, given the shared universe hints like Olivine City, though most agree Liko's journey should stay focused on new characters. 
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Is Ash gone for good?

The Pokémon anime has been in its closing episodes in recent weeks, preparing to send Ash off and introduce a new generation of trainers aiming to be a Pokémon Master. However, even before he's out the door, there's word that Ash won't be gone for good.
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Why was episode 38 of Pokémon banned?

On 16th December 1997, more than 700 Japanese people have seizures and hospitalized after they watched Pokémon anime episode 38 called "Denno Senshi Porygon" which is that banned episode of pokemon in worldwide after the episode aired once in Japan and it caused seizures and photosensitive epilepsy.
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Why did Ash's Charizard leave?

Ash left Charizard at the {Charicific Valley} so it could train and fight with other strong Charizards to reach its full potential, a decision made after Charizard's continued disobedience and arrogance became a hindrance, especially after Ash spent significant time gaining its respect. This allowed Charizard to overcome its past trauma from being abandoned by its original trainer, Damian, and become a truly powerful Pokémon, frequently returning to help Ash in major battles. 
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What Pokémon card is worth $1,000,000?

The most famous "million dollar" Pokémon card is the Pikachu Illustrator, with Logan Paul owning a PSA 10 graded version that set a Guinness World Record for a private sale at $5.275 million in 2022, with Paul now planning to auction it. This extremely rare card, from a 1998 illustration contest, is considered the holy grail for collectors due to its scarcity (only 39 believed to exist) and connection to Pikachu's creator, Atsuko Nishida.
 
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Why did Ash have 30 Tauros?

And at the end of the episode, Ash realised that he had caught all Tauros with those 30 Safari balls. That's because whenever Ash threw a Safari ball at any other pokemon, the big herd of Tauros always came running in between with one of them ending up being caught.
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Is Ash permanently 10?

Yes, canonically, Ash Ketchum has always been 10 years old, a deliberate choice by the creators to keep him perpetually at the start of his journey, reflecting a timeless summer vacation feel, though many viewers have noted that in-world events suggest he should be much older, leading to theories about a "floating timeline" or subtle aging. Despite accumulating years of experience, his age officially resets or stays at 10 to maintain consistency for the young target audience, though recent series have subtly shown growth and character progression.
 
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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 kissed Ash first?

Ash's first kiss in the Pokémon anime was from a disguised Jessie, who planted a kiss on his cheek in the episode "Abra And The Catcher" (Season 1) to trick the group, though many fans debate other kisses, like Latias/Bianca or Serena's romantic lip kiss. The earliest notable cheek kisses also came from Melody in Pokémon the Movie 2: The Power of One, and later by a disguised Alakazam in Pokémon the Movie 5: Hero (often mistaken as Bianca/Latias). 
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Who is the no. 1 Pokémon?

Pokémon number 1 in the National Pokédex is Bulbasaur, the Grass/Poison-type starter Pokémon from the Kanto region, known for its distinctive bulb on its back that grows as it evolves. It's the first entry in the Pokédex, followed by Ivysaur and Venusaur, kicking off the classic series of Pokémon.
 
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Who is replacing Ash?

Ash Ketchum was replaced as the main protagonist of the Pokémon anime by the dual leads Liko and Roy in Pokémon Horizons: The Series, which shifted focus to the Paldea region and new adventures after Ash achieved his goal of becoming a Pokémon Master. Liko (with Sprigatito) and Roy (with Fuecoco) are adventurers exploring the world with the Rising Volt Tacklers, a group of trainers on an airship.
 
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Why did Ash's bulbasaur not evolve?

Ash's Bulbasaur didn't evolve primarily because it chose not to, fearing it would become disobedient and change like Charmander did after evolving into Charizard, potentially losing its bond with Ash and friends; the creators also kept it unevolved to maintain its cute appeal and showcase Pokémon that don't need to evolve to be strong, though it eventually evolved in Pokémon Journeys after overcoming this fear. 
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Why did Pikachu hate Ash at first?

Pikachu hated Ash at first because it was distrustful of humans after being abandoned by its previous trainer and didn't want to be in a Poké Ball, acting stubborn and using electric shocks on Ash until Ash proved his kindness and loyalty by risking his life to save Pikachu from a flock of Spearow, forming their iconic bond. 
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Does Misty wear a bra?

As the Magical Mermaid, Misty has an aqua colored mermaid tail, with a yellow star on her left hip. She wears a pink seashell bra, a periwinkle beaded necklace, and a set of red earrings.
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Does Goh have a crush on Ash?

While not officially confirmed, many fans interpret Goh's intense admiration, blushing moments (like when he saw Ash on Lugia), and deep emotional reactions as signs he might have a crush on Ash in Pokémon Journeys, viewing it as "JourneyShipping," though it's debated as deep friendship or romantic feelings, with even his voice actor hinting at possibilities. 
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Does Ash have a child?

No, in the official Pokémon anime canon, Ash Ketchum does not have a child; he remains a 10-year-old boy, but fans often create "fanfiction" stories (OCs) imagining him with children, often with Serena, like Raiden Ketchum or Sato Ketchum, and there were even rumors of an alternate ending for the first movie where he and Misty had a daughter.
 
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