Pokemon Horizons Season 2 Release Date Revealed

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Key Takeaways

  • Pokemon Horizons new season debuts Feb 7, 2025 in US, not simultaneous with Japan.
  • Main characters are Liko & Roy, no Ash Ketchum appearance so far in the story.
  • Fans initially mixed about no Ash, but new series gaining popularity with high-quality animation.

As a lifelong Pokemon enthusiast who’s grown up with Ash Ketchum and Pikachu, I must admit I was initially taken aback by the announcement of a new main series without our beloved protagonist. However, after giving it a chance, I found myself pleasantly surprised by the quality of animation and the engaging storyline in Pokemon Horizons.

The latest series titled “Pokemon Horizons” made its Netflix debut, and for those eagerly anticipating more, it’s been officially confirmed when the next season will be available in the US. While “Pokemon Horizons” begins airing in Japan from March 2023, international release isn’t synchronous with the Japanese broadcast.

In a new twist for the original anime series aired on Japanese television, Pokemon Horizons introduces Liko and Roy (or Rain) as the leading characters instead of Ash Ketchum. Although some fans hope Ash might make a special appearance down the line, he has yet to be included in the narrative at this point.

To date, there are 45 episodes streaming on Netflix, and here’s some exciting news: The second season is scheduled to launch on February 7, 2025! Given the pattern of earlier seasons, we can expect around 11-12 fresh episodes to air in February. Be sure to watch the new trailer for this upcoming season!

Pokemon Anime Without Ash Ketchum

Beloved and hated at the same time

Fans felt let down when they learned Ash wouldn’t appear in the next season after 25 years of Pokemon animation, marking the end of an era. However, there was anticipation for this fresh series. The initial response was divided. Some fans adored it, while others disliked it due to the challenges any successor faces when taking over a popular story featuring a globally recognized character like Ash.

The recently added episodes to Netflix have left some spectators astounded, offering top-notch and visually appealing animation. It appears that fans are now relishing the fresh narrative. Despite Ash’s absence, Pikachu remains a central figure (albeit a different one, nonetheless).

The narrative of “Pokemon Horizon” primarily revolves around adventure. In this tale, Liko and Roy join forces with an adventuring group, the Rising Volt Tacklers, to traverse various lands, including the recently unveiled Paldea region. Notably, this series follows swiftly after the launch of “Pokemon Scarlet & Pokemon Violet”, the most recent iteration of the popular Pokemon generation. To date, 74 episodes have been broadcasted in Japan.

As a passionate gamer, I’ve noticed something unique about the latest season of my favorite anime, Horizons. Unlike previous seasons of Pokemon that used to first air on American TV and then appear on streaming platforms, this one is an exclusive release on Netflix across all the Americas. This switch has left some fans feeling a bit upset, but it’s been warmly accepted by others like me who are excited to stream it right away without the wait.

Pokemon Horizons
is available to stream on Netflix. It features English as the original audio.

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2024-11-22 20:56