After 26 thrilling years as the face of Pokémon anime, Ash Ketchup has finally retired at his iconic age of ten. Breaking tradition after decades, Pokémon Horizons introduces a bold narrative shift - protagonists Liko and Roy will actually mature through an upcoming three-year time leap.
The groundbreaking revelation comes from CoroCoro magazine's Mega Voltage arc preview, confirming significant character redesigns showcasing taller, more mature versions of Liko, Roy, and Dot:
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Notably, these characters inhabit Ash's universe, implying unseen aging for classic characters like Misty and Brock. While Ash's potential appearance remains uncertain, fan theories already speculate about future appearances featuring an older version of the beloved trainer.
The Mega Voltage arc coincides with Mega Evolution's reintroduction in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, featuring Liko's evolved Meowscarada and Roy's distinctive Shiny Mega Lucario. Surprisingly absent is Friede, with his Pikachu spotted wearing damaged goggles, hinting at potential trouble for the Rising Volt Tacklers' captain.
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While Japanese audiences will experience Mega Voltage starting April 11, international fans face delays due to localization gaps. Our previous review rated Pokémon Horizons Season 2 moderately, criticizing its inconsistent storytelling - we're optimistic this evolution narrative will revitalize the Rising Volt Tacklers' adventure.
