Captain Pikachu’s Stardom Set To Sail In A New Pokémon Anime

Ever since Ash Ketchum’s dream of becoming a Pokémon World Champion came true [28], many Poké players have wondered what could be next in the ninth generation of the franchise. It turns out that the next big step in the anime series is to establish a whole new journey with two brand new characters. I believe that this is a wise creative decision as I do not see the point of continuing Ash’s journey, especially if he is not ever going to turn eleven [26] [37] [40]. However, the biggest concern would be the possibility of the anime series jumping the Magikarp for making the next season seem too different from the other anime seasons because of this decision. As an admirer of the Pokémon franchise who personally knows a few Poké players outside of social media and fondly remembers the days of My Pokémon Ranch [21], I am honoured to discuss my hopes for a new season of the Pokémon anime series introducing two new characters that will firstly air in Japan this April during the time my manicure is a vague reminder of Wayne Cramp from The Cramp Twins and Disgust from Inside Out [9] [19] [38] [42]. 

I adore the English theme song for Pokémon Ultimate Journeys [39]. Who knows how motivating the English theme song for the next anime season will be [1]? [9]

Ash’s Pikachu will be out of the spotlight in favour of a new one [27]. To provide some individuality for the forthcoming anime season, the new Pikachu wearing a captain’s cap ought to consist of a few notable personality differences, compared to Ash’s Pikachu and Pikachu Libre [18] [34]. An example of this could be a bigger appetite for adventure, especially across the Paldean seas. You can tell by his pose in the revealed artwork of him [27]. There is a possibility that he has been trained by a professor (who will be mentioned a little later) who is also a boat’s captain, which explains why he often wears a sea captain’s cap and is nicknamed “Captain Pikachu”, much like how Detective Pikachu wears a detective’s hat that primarily belongs to Tim Goodman’s father [15]. Furthermore, it would make sense if most of his travelling with the professor was by boat, considering that Paldea has several lakes and rivers [8] [16]. I believe that Captain Pikachu’s portrayal will be slightly like the portrayal of Detective Pikachu, but in a supporting role and without the voice of Ryan Reynolds [15] [27]. Moreover, how successful will he be in the battles he and his companion will participate in?

Does Captain Pikachu feel it in his jellies? [27]

What can I say about Friede, Captain Pikachu’s companion [3] [27]? It has been confirmed that he will be a new Pokémon professor. Within a supporting role as a professor, he ought to be friendly and helpful, like Professor Oak who could also make an appearance in the forthcoming anime [10] [22]. Friede ought to not be as forgetful as him though [10]. As previously stated, he could be the captain of his own boat across the Paldean seas, which would explain why his Pikachu often wears a captain’s cap [8] [16]. I will admit that his character design vaguely reminds me of Storm the Albatross from the Sonic Riders series, yet I can see that he will be more intelligent and mature, compared to him [35]. Since Paldea is primarily inspired by the cultural influences of Spain [8], could Friede speak in a Spanish accent, much like Puss In Boots from the Shrek franchise and his two spin-off movies [29] [30] [31] [32] [33]? How will Friede be compared to all the other professors who have made an appearance throughout the series, along with Harry Goodman from Detective Pikachuand its live-action film adaption [15] [23]? Regardless of the comparisons, I can already see that he will be supportive of two other new characters on their journey [6] [11].

“Who is this Friede dude?” asks the Poké player [27].

“He has the potential to be a wise professor.” I reply. [3]

The brand new protagonists of the forthcoming anime series are Liko and Roy [6] [11]. It is likely that they could have the same aspirations of Ash, being the best like no one ever was [1], but they ought to consist of notable traits that do not make them a carbon copy of him and Misty [25]. Aside from training the Pokémon they start with, I wonder which badges and ribbons could they earn. I also wonder what friendships they could develop with other new Pokémon trainers, along with a Nurse Joy and an Officer Jenny who are likely to receive another redesign each for the anime series set in Paldea [5] [7], as well as their rivalries with those who would be more competitive and less friendly. Can you Willow Pape from Kim Kardashian Hollywood being a Pokémon trainer [17]?! Liko and Roy could have potential to be decently portrayed new trainers with their trust in Captain Pikachu and Friede being valued along the way [6] [11] [27]. Want to write a follow-up to the infamous theory of Ash being in a coma [37]? Go ahead, creepypasta crusaders. Heck, I am a former creepypasta writer who is hyped for the rest of the second season of Helluva Boss [43] [44]. 

Liko and Roy could have what it takes to search far and wide for Pokémon to capture and train at gyms [1]. [6] [9] [11]

There ought to be an enlightening adaption of Paldea in the forthcoming anime season, the region that the ninth generation of the Pokémon franchise is set in [8] [16]. There also ought to be loveable portrayals of the newest Pokémon from Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violetin the anime co-starring Captain Pikachu, especially the three starters; Sprigatito, Quaxley and Fueoco [13] [36]. Oh! And did I mention that the Titan Pokémon ought to make an appearance too [12]? Perhaps there could also be some historical references to Hisui, the region that is basically an interpretation of Sinnoh set in the past during the events of Pokémon Legends: Arceus [4]. Aside from a stunning anime version of Paldea, there might as well be some small changes throughout Friede and Captain Pikachu’s adventure to make the anime stand out on its own whilst ensuring that it will still be faithful to the games, which has done quite a lot of times throughout the anime series’ history [2]. After all, there were several differences between Cuphead and The Cuphead Show, the animated series based on the game [41]. Even though our dear old schoolers still miss the simpler days of catching 151 Pokémon in Kanto [22], there is new potential set in Paldea in honour of proactivity in the ninth generation. 

Paldea is partially based on Spain, which makes it seem like a great place for a vacation [16]. Trust me, I know from experience. [8]

In conclusion, a brand new story after twenty-six years of Ash Ketchum’s long road to success has the potential to honour the success of Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violetthis April with a new cast of main characters to not only provide some individuality but leave Ash’s journey at where it seemingly ended to prevent it from going stale [16] [28]. It will be quite difficult to get used to a new Pokémon anime series without Ash but let us not knock it until we tried watching it. But before a new adventure with Liko and Roy can begin [6] [9] [11], especially for new and younger Poké players, they, along with older and more experienced Poké players can tune into the second part of the official English dub of Pokémon Ultimate Journey on Netflix [26] [40]. It will not be long until our loyal Nintendo nerds can watch the final trailer for The Super Mario Bros. Movie trailer and our dear DC comrades will serve justice in DC’s Justice League: Cosmic Chaos [14] [24]. As for the Pokémon anime series, more information about the chapter afterwards will be revealed soon before it airs in Japan, so stay tuned, Poké players [9]! Oh, and enjoy your riceballs…or jelly-filled doughnuts [20].

Gotta catch some more soon [1]! [6] [9] [11]

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