Pokémon retired Ash and Pikachu at the perfect moment - Polygon

With Ash Ketchum leaving the Pokémon anime, it’s time to find a new Poké protagonist. The timing of his retirement makes perfect sense; with Violet and Scarlet out, there’s no more need for Ash.

Pokémon's new anime series announced, moving on from Ash and Pikachu - Polygon

End of an era: Pokémon retires Ash and his Pikachu after 26 years

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Ash Ketchum Officially Leaves After 26 Years

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End of an era: Pokémon retires Ash and his Pikachu after 26 years

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Ash Ketchum and Pikachu retire?! Pokémon's persistent protagonists will throw in the towel in 2023

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Since this wasn't asked here yet, if it's true that every ash pokemon will appear in the specials episode that will apparently “ end” Ash arc…. What role do you think they