Going into this. There was a bit of worry, bit of unsure about the whole thing. As lets face it. With the journey, and the length Ash has been on. You wouldn't think there would come a time, where someone else was front row,and was the main character instead of him. It had a lot of big shoes to fill from the get go. Mainly because of thatalone. Not that it needs to fill a large check sheet, in order to stand side by side with Ash's journey, but more with how times have changed, and how Pokemon is now. How it'd all be handled.
It's ... like you take the Precure series, which I'll explain my point on why I bring that up later. With each new installment, there are going to be duds, while there are also going to be winners. While of course Precure doesn't have a long on going main character, but what it does do as a long running series, is showcase how if the MC is done right, it can do wonders for the show. I bring this up as it's very important for a MC to deliever, among other characters that can also deliver. While I doubt our new 'face' of Pokemon will last the amount of time Ash did, but if you think to yourself, this is the MC of Pokemon anime for years to come at this moment, and if they were a dud, then watching the anime would become a chore, and you'd feel like certain other things related to Pokemon at the moment, that it's a lame cheap cop out. But thankfully, that isn't the case, and I'll explain why.
Story and characters: 8
What's to really love about it, is that it feels different. You know what it feels like? A TRUE ADVENTURE! While at first, it may come across as something plain, and too child like, will quickly turn into an interesting dynamic and story, that'll just make you ask for more, and wonder what else is going to happen, yet alone how our new MC will continue on her adventure. The transition into it is really good too, it feels believable, and enjoyable at the same time. Most of all though, honestly, I get Pokemon Ranger Darkrai vibes with this anime.It's why it feels like a proper adventure. We aren't following a Gym challenge, or a challenge to be the master. We're following a newbie trainer, discover her path as a trainer, as you or I would at the start of our journeys. With endless possibilities that await us, and to be dragged into further involvements, that truly shape our journey.
This is where I come into the characters, mainly our MC in Liko. I love the way they've handled her. Sure, she may not be a bit dim witted like Ash, or not too out spoken. But I can count that, as her more discovering what she wants to be, and I'm sure there is gonna be more to her, as the show progresses. It's why I mention the Precure thing, as early doors, it did come off a bit like it, in terms of how a new series of Precure would normally come about, and if that is nailed perfectly, or in a good way, then the show will benefit in it's long run. But it's not just her we have to speak out, there is a good bunch of supporting characters, from those who are around her, to even the supposed villains too. Proper villains that aren't just there for comedic fashion. While Jessie, James and Meowth will be missed sure, but on the other hand, it's rather refreshing to not have them, and have someone new, but also done in a much more different light then reusing the same gag for 20+ years ior such. But what you've got here, is a colorful cast of characters, that'll keep the show engaging and interesting, and will make us want to see how further Liko's journey goes on.
And of course Pikachu is here as well, and as Smithers would say in Simpsons.'But he's got a new hat.' Which is fine, as of course they had to fit Pikachu in here somehow.
Art and sound: 8
I mean. It's Pokemon.
While Pokemon's style has progressed over the years, as in a sense, it hasn't really 'changed' more that over time, it's upgraded, over and over with the times. Getting better and better as time rolls on. But I'd also say, it almost feels like a slight touch up of the previous/recent season of Pokemon. Which is great to see, it's pleasing on the eyes, and greatly animated. Much like in it's quality of sound. Pokemon will always do an amazing job, and hardly put a foot wrong when it comes to these departments.
The new Pokemon series, with it's new MC is finally here, and it's left it's mark. Coming off like a mix of Scarlet and Violet, mixed with Pokemon Ranger Darkrai, and for the first few episodes, it's been a blast, we'll see if it keeps that up. But it's certainly been enjoyable. If you're sitll waiting to see if it gets good, don't.Start now, and enjoy the week by week ride.
Alternative Titles Synonyms: Pokémon: Liko to Roy no Tabidachi, Pocket Monsters: Liko to Roy no Tabidachi, Pokémon: Terapagos no Kagayaki, Pocket Monsters: Terapagos no Kagayaki, Pokemon Horizons: Liko and Roy's Departure, Pokemon Horizons: Terapagos' Gleam Japanese: ポケットモンスター(2023) Information Type: TV Episodes: Unknown Status: Currently Airing Aired: Apr 14, 2023 to ? Premiered: Spring 2023 Broadcast: Fridays at 18:55 (JST) Producers: TV Tokyo Licensors: None found, add some Studios: OLM Source: Game Demographic: Kids Duration: 24 min. Rating: PG - Children Statistics Score: 7.411 (scored by 5,978 users) 1 indicates a . Ranked: #22432 2 based on the top anime page. Please note that 'Not yet aired' and 'R18+' titles are excluded. Popularity: #4149 Members: 28,559 Favorites: 254 Available AtResources |
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