Does Ash ever see Pidgeot again?

Yes, Ash's Pidgeot (originally Pidgeotto) makes a significant and emotional return in the final episodes of the Pokémon Journeys series, specifically in the epilogue special Aim to be a Pokémon Master, reuniting with Ash to save Pikachu from Team Rocket, and even rejoining his team after many years away.

Does Ash ever see his old Pokémon?

Ash asks if Charizard would like to rejoin him on his journey, and the answer is an enthusiastic yes! So, it's off once again to the White Ruins, but now with Charizard along, reunited with our heroes once again!

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.
 

Did Ash ever see Butterfree again?

Yes, Ash did see Butterfree again, but it was a very brief, subtle reunion in the end credits montage of the final episodes of Pokémon Journeys (JN136), not a major storyline, which disappointed some fans who hoped for a dedicated episode after years of waiting. Ash and his original Butterfree shared a quick, silent moment, providing a small bit of closure, but it was shown as a quick still image rather than an in-depth interaction, notes Reddit users. 

Does Ash ever see Squirtle again?

Yes, Ash's Squirtle comes back to visit and help out multiple times, especially in special episodes like Pokémon Journeys, but he doesn't permanently rejoin Ash's active team, instead leading the famous Squirtle Squad as a firefighting leader. Ash's original Kanto Pokémon, including Squirtle, Bulbasaur, and Charizard, often reunite for big events, celebrating their bond and helping Ash when needed, like in Pokémon Ultimate Journeys. 

Ash's Pidgeot Returns 🔥 English Subbed |Pokemon: Aim To Be A Pokemon Master Episode 11|

Is Goh in love with Ash?

Whether Goh is in love with Ash is a popular fan theory (JourneyShipping), fueled by Goh's intense admiration, blushing, and emotional reactions, which some interpret as romantic feelings, while others see it as deep friendship, a role model dynamic, or cultural expression, with no official confirmation from the creators. Goh's Japanese voice actor even suggested romantic undertones were possible, leaving it open to viewer interpretation, but the show focuses on their strong friendship and shared goals.
 

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.

Did Ash ever see Greninja again?

Yes, Ash's Greninja did return in Pokémon Journeys, but not as a permanent team member; it appeared in a special episode to help Ash's new partner, Lucario, train and battle rogue vines, showcasing its strong bond with Ash and enhanced abilities, though it didn't revert to the Ash-Greninja form, leading to fan theories about its future.
 

What is episode 69 of Pokémon?

The Pi-Kahuna. S1, E69: When Ash wipes out during a surfing attempt, Victor rescues him and tells him about Humungadunga, a giant wave that sweeps through every 20 years; Ash and Pikachu try to give Victor the confidence he needs to catch the giant wave.

Does Ash ever see Lapras again?

Yes, Ash's Lapras reappears multiple times after they parted ways in the Orange Islands, most notably in the Johto series (as an adult leader of its herd) and much later in Pokémon Journeys, where it helps Ash rescue a trapped Wailord before returning to its own group, providing an emotional reunion and a final goodbye.
 

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. 

Has Ash ever caught a legendary?

No, Ash Ketchum has never officially caught a Legendary Pokémon in the main series anime; however, he did catch and train Meltan, which evolved into the Mythical Pokémon Melmetal, and he befriended and worked alongside Mythical Pokémon like Magearna and Ultra Beasts like Naganadel, showcasing his ability to bond with powerful Pokémon without capturing them. 

What Pokémon card costs $1,000,000?

The most expensive Pokémon card is the Pikachu Illustrator, with YouTuber Logan Paul famously purchasing a pristine PSA 10 graded copy for $5.275 million in 2022, setting a world record. Other rare cards, like first editions and tournament promos, also sell for hundreds of thousands or even millions, with value driven by rarity (like the 1998 Illustrator's 41 print run), condition (PSA grade), and historical significance.
 

Why did Charmander stop obeying Ash?

Ash's Charmander stopped obeying Ash after evolving into Charmeleon (and then Charizard) because it felt Ash was a weak trainer who didn't respect its growing strength, especially after Ash told it to lose a battle to a weak Paras, causing Charmeleon to view Ash as unworthy and leading to its rebellious nature. This stemmed from Charmeleon's pride, a personality shift after evolving, and a perceived lack of respect, contrasting with its initial loyalty as Charmander. 

What is Ash's actual age?

Officially, Ash Ketchum is always 10 years old, a staple of the Pokémon anime designed to stay relatable to its young audience, but fans estimate he'd realistically be around 16-18 based on the years and events in the show, though the series concluded with him still appearing 10. 

Does Ash ever find a shiny?

Yes, Ash has one shiny Pokémon: Noctowl, which he caught in the Johto region during the Pokémon Journeys series (originally Gold & Silver). It's notable for being the first shiny Pokémon caught by a main character in the anime and for its smaller-than-average size, though the show didn't explicitly call it "shiny" at the time, just differently colored and smaller.
 

Is there a banned episode of Pokémon?

The globally banned episode "Dennō Senshi Porygon", which aired only once on Japan's TV Tokyo on December 16, 1997, features a series of rapidly alternating red and blue frames that provoked epileptic seizures in hundreds of children.

Which One Piece episode got a 9.9 rating?

While One Piece has many highly-rated episodes, achieving a consistent 9.9 on IMDb is rare, though Episode 1136 (Kuma's backstory) and Episode 1153 (Conqueror's Haki) briefly hit this near-perfect score in 2025, often dropping slightly but remaining among the highest-rated anime episodes ever, alongside other 9.8-rated moments like Zoro's sacrifice in Episode 199.
 

In what episode does Natsu find out he's 400 years old?

Natsu finds out he's effectively 400 years old and is E.N.D. (Etherious Natsu Dragneel) in Fairy Tail Episode 295, titled "Across 400 Years", during the Alvarez Empire Arc, when his brother Zeref reveals the truth about Natsu's origin as a demon created 400 years prior, resurrected to kill Zeref.
 

Why did Ash leave Goodra?

Ash left Goodra because he believed Goodra would be happier and more fulfilled defending its wetland home and friends, a decision made after Goodra helped resolve a conflict there, allowing it to fulfill its purpose as a protector, though it later rejoined Ash temporarily for the Kalos League and the Team Flare crisis before returning home. 

What happened to Ash's Solgaleo?

Ash's Solgaleo (originally Nebby the Cosmog) eventually returned to Ultra Space to explore and fulfill its destiny as a legendary Pokémon, but it remained a cherished companion and honorary part of Ash's Alola team, reuniting with him for adventures and even showing up in dreams/visions later, confirming their strong bond and its status as one of Ash's iconic Pokémon.
 

Why do Christians not play Pokémon?

Pokémon advocates for practices identical to those used by sorcerers, necromancers, mediums, psychics, spirit/ghost hunters, and shamans. These practices are clearly prohibited across the Bible, in both the Old and New Testaments, and across church history.

Do they swear in Pokémon?

Surge using mild English swear words such as "Damn". Obviously, these aren't used in the dub. Words like "Damn" and "Hell" occasionally appear in the Japanese version. Gee and gosh are used.

Does Pokémon have 276 episodes?

At 276 episodes, this is the anime's longest series. This series also has the most seasons, with five. This series also contains the most movies of any series, with five.