Friede is finally coming back... just in time for Christmas! Episode 121, "Catcher in the Sky", is airing in a couple hours.
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1996893562034966636>Pokémon Anime News:>A message has arrived from Friede! Episode 121, airing Friday December 12th, will be "Catcher in the Sky". (Episode content is subject to change) We haven't known where Friede has been since the decisive battle in Rakua, but it turns out he had been in... space?! "Didn't I mention that?"
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https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1997093637113761917>Friede, the reliable leader of the Rising Volt Tacklers in the Pokémon anime, is coming back! However... the spaceship he's on malfunctions?! Will he be able to safely reunite with the others? The next episode, "Catcher in the Sky" airing December 12th, is an absolute must see! (airdate and airtime may vary depending on region)
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1998226117602509309>He is finally coming back. The Pokémon anime episode airing December 12th will be "Catcher in the Sky". Will Friede be able to safely return from space...?! Begin Friede Return Mission 1212! (airdate and airtime may vary depending on region)
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1998592583573127458>Friede is finally returning from space next episode? Will he be able to make it back to where the Rising Volt Tacklers are waiting...?! Please share this post and let Friede know how you feel up there in space! We're waiting for lots of passionate comments in quote posts as well. If we get enough reposts, this image might change in some way...?
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1998635884187627576>The Pokémon anime episode airing Friday November 28th is... episode 121, "Catcher in the Sky"! The group has suddenly received a call from Friede...! And believe it or not, he's currently in... space! They quickly get working on preparations to pick him up, but run into one difficulty after another...?!
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1998648888363024727>Pokémon Anime Recap:>Friede, the leader of the Rising Volt Tacklers, went missing after the decisive battle in Rakua, though he left a message behind on the Brave Asagi! And now he's suddenly called to say he's coming back from space?! He may have a habit of saying "Didn't I mention that?", but... will he be able to make his return safe and sound?
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>>284427401This still feels like an elaborate shitpost.
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1998663980836122916>The ship is in a state of chaos as preparations are being made for Friede's return... but it seems like Murdock, Molly and Orio are somehow enjoying themselves as well. Meanwhile, Liko, Roy, Dot and Uruto have been gathered in the meeting room in order to... study space through classic movies?! "This is Randou! It's time for space class."
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https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1998935771089449221>Friede will finally return to Pokémon anime in episode 121, airing Friday December 12th...! (airdate and airtime may vary depending on region) Liko and the others have different clothes and hairstyles now, but... what about Friede? Tell us your predictions! There's actually a hint for you in the next episode preview you can watch in the Youtube upload?!
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1998965968501092415>The "Pika tto Hikaru Pokémon Anime Quiz" presented by Pokédoko:>Here is this week's question. Check today's episode of the Pokémon anime for the answer, okay?>Q: What do the Samehader do in this DVD?>A: They're space pirates attacking spaceships>B: They come in hordes from the dark side of the moon
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1998981071489429776>Pokémon Anime Friede Return Mission 1212 Giveaway Campaign:>Share this post and send your sentiments all the way into space! Those who do this will be entered in a lottery where 12 winners will receive a Captain Pikachu plushie! To enter the lottery, follow @anipoke_PR and repost this post!
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1998996177614942661>We present a key frame of Captain Pikachu from episode 121. Cap looks like it's staring death in the face! Will it be able to safely reunite with Friede?
https://x.com/Pokemon_cojp/status/1999056564125094042>In today's episode of the Pokémon anime, Friede returns from space?! Use your Pokémon's moves to catch the spaceship as it falls down at high speed! Check out the episode preview on the official Youtube channel!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zBRrn_hQomY
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1999313268213756079>An Announcement at 12pm, Friday 12/12:>Today's episode of the Pokémon anime is a must watch! Episode 121 will involve the Rising Volt Tacklers' leader Friede returning to the show! Liko, Roy and the others are preparing for the occasion by decorating the Brave Asagi! Try to guess what Friede is going to look like upon his return based on the next episode preview, okay?
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1999358555196129642>Friday is Pokémon Anime Day! Friede is coming back from space... and no, he did not mention that before now! The group work out the spaceship's trajectory and make a mad rush to pick him up with the Brave Asagi, but... difficulties do indeed arise. Will Friede successfully return?! Make absolutely sure to watch tonight's episode live to see for yourself!
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>POCKET MONSTERS RISING AGAIN KEEPS GETTING MORE POWERFUL!!!>ONE EVOLUTION AFTER ANOTHER!>The adventure in the anime is really hitting its stride now as well! Don't avert your eyes from the Pokémon evolutions!!>THE TIME HAS COME FOR ROY AND THE OTHERS' POKÉMON TO EVOLVE FURTHER!!>Roy and the others' training at Blueberry Academy is bearing fruit. Their Partner Pokémon are gaining new power!>DOT'S COLLECUREI HAS EVOLVED!>*It's obtained the 1,000th coin need for said evolution to take place!>SURFUGO:>Species: Treasure Pokémon>Type: Steel/Ghost>Height: 1.2m>Weight: 30.0kg>ROY'S ACHIGATOR HAS EVOLVED!>*It attained its second evolution through its training with Kakitsubata!>LAUDBON:>Species: Singer Pokémon>Type: Fire/Ghost>Height: 1.6m>Weight: 326.5kg>LIKO'S TEBRIM HAS EVOLVED!>*It evolved through it and Liko seeing eye to eye!>BRIMUON:>Species: Silent Pokémon>Type: Psychic/Fairy>Height: 2.1m>Weight: 5.1kg>*The bond between this Trainer and her Pokémon will tug on your heartstrings!>WE'VE OBTAINED SOME TOP SECRET NEWS AS WELL!>FRIEDE IS FINALLY...?!>The missing Friede is coming back?! Not only that, but he's going to have a confrontation with Roy...?! The episode airing December 19th comes highly recommended!>WATCH THIS EVENT ON TV WITH YOUR OWN EYES!!>*So far we've only heard his voice, but now he's appearing in person?!>THIS EPISODE IS A MUST WATCH!!>Scheduled for December 19th: "Red-Hot Wings! Roy VS Friede"
>>284427342This should be an actual post-episode segment.
>>284427369>>284427620>reusing the same screenshot in two different promo tweetsHow lazy.
Friede really needs to learn to tell people shit.
>>284427408>STILL no follow-up to thisWhat was even the point?
>>284427620Watch Friede smash his legs in the landing and have to spend the rest of the series in a wheelchair or something, teaching him a valuable lesson about keeping people informed.
>>284427709This makes it look more like he's dead.
Chances of a trailer for upcoming events at the end of today's episode?
>>284427807Nah, that's for next week.
>>284427518>>284427545I'm mostly looking forward to this desu
>rescue operation fails>Mighty G saves the day
>>284427897Pokedoko presented Samehader as their Who's That Pokemon for this episode, so there's a decent chance its role will be bigger than just a quick appearance in a Ginjiro movie Randou shows the kids.
>>284427961I want to believe.
UltDot status?
>284428000Shitposter bait only
>>284427381>>284427569>>284427659These scenes are connected, right?
>>284428071Could be. >>284427381 can be seen in context in the preview, at least >>284427419
>>284427509Cute horny Orio.
>>284428173She's definitely ensuring she gets pregnant tonight.
https://x.com/minoringo_staff/status/1999385245788045336Our girl is excited.
>>284427545It has to be B, right? >>284427518
>>284427607>make balloon shaped like your friend>put it on a place where it can easily popWhat were they even thinking here?
>>284427342Sex with this Santa
>>284427807Nah, they're refusing to give us a summary for next week, so it's clear that's going to be the big "upcoming event" this week.
>>284427695But it's less fun that way.
New from Ame.
>>284428659Wife
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1999403858720882986>Friede's spaceship is in trouble...?! Liko and the others work out a plan to pick him up, but... will they be able to reunite with him without any further complications? And what is Friede going to look like now...?! Don't miss the Pokémon anime episode coming up soon at 6:55pm! And post your live commentary on it using the #アニポケ (PokemonAnime) hashtag, okay?
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>>284428774They're really hyping up that redesign.
>>284428774Friede is fucking dead.
>>284427408Guess we didn't get enough reposts.
>>284427401SEE:JEWSINSPAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAACE
>>284428789>Roy trying to use his brain for a change
>>284428774>>284428800So longer hair Friede then?
>>284428894Since there's a "hint" in the next episode preview, that seems to be what they're trying to tell us, yeah >>284427532
>>284428823He died the way he lived.
>>284428977Not telling people shit until it was too late.
I LOVE LIKO MY DAUGHTER
>the Pokemon anime twitter account still has the Rising Again trailer from October pinnedI don't remember them ever pinning trailers for that long. Definitely suggests we're getting a new one very soon.
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https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1999414674736218235>The episode starts in only... 12 minutes?! We have to hurry and get ready to watch the Pokémon anime!
>>284429210HURRY!!
>>284427401>>284427561>>284427607>>284429210They're really going all in on the entire "12/12" thing.
>>284429210Poor Pamo.
>>284427342Sex with Nanjamo while streaming live
>>284429256Gurumin...
It's time!
>>284429210Kono ato sugu!
>>284427342>No one pointing out the obvious Catcher in the Rye reference.You guys are slipping.
>>284429303>if you don't point out the most painfully obvious reference ever, you didn't get itIt was pointed out when the episode title was first revealed anyway
Sexy Liko legs
Ah, he was supposed to be picked up by professionals, but plans got changed.
Time for the bad omen.
>Indi and Rubella are still silhouettes
>>284429335The dude himself.
Oh, he IS teaching them boring stuff too.
>>284427545Yep, it was B
>GINjiro is Silver SurferLove it
I want to watch that movie.
Well fuck, they probably didn't catch all that.
At least this time he didn't FORGET to tell them the important bits.
Orio's orios...
Dot's smartphone is powerful.
Ok, that's clever use of Metagross.
Fuck, I actually forgot about that button.
Should've played one of the OP themes here
SEX with Orio
Goddammit Friede
KANOUSEI WO... KOERU!
bathing with Liko!
Damn, Murdock is losing it.
That was not very pretty cg
Best plan
>>284429312Fair enough. Point taken.
>Laudbon just walking off like a retard
Are they going to use the forcefield?
Oh shit, that's not the worst plan then.
>Pagogo saved the day after all
Well fuck
Oops he's dead
FLYING TERA!
THATS MY FUCKING CAPTAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
These kids are going to be so traumatized about falling
>>284429469I will comfort Liko
Cap is the best Pikachu ever!
It's time
Oh, the worst Mega…
BOSS
Ah, so we ARE getting another mega
Fuck...
>Orio got fucking dupedFRIEDE!!!
Not a huge fan of his redesign, but it's not that big a change.
How do you do fellow humans
>>284429484>worstNah, it's cool.
>>284429512>Mega StarmieBASED
Guess the summary for next week will mention his Starmie.
Oh shit we're getting a new series of post-episode shorts.
>>284429512I was expecting Zard Y but this is fine
>>284429549Wuh?
>>284429556They mentioned it at the end of the sponsor card, it's called Mega Evolution Showdown. Might replace the Gurumin segment from here on?
>>284429528>It’s just longerIdc if it’s a reference it’s still less than the bare minimum. I guess the anime at least does SOMETHING (even if its still less than the bare minimum) by making it really shiny.
It stands there, observing humanity.... judging us. But when the time comes, will it's judgement be a merciful once?
>>284429595It will execute a crusade of the other megas.
DotLiko status?
Full staff list for today's episode:>Screenplay 松澤くれは (Kureha Matsuzawa)>Storyboard 冨安大貴 (Daiki Tomiyasu)>Episode Director 中田誠 (Makoto Nakata)>Animation Director 大野泰江 (Yasue Ōno)>Animation Director 阿部俊成 (Toshinari Abe)>Animation Director 加藤健二 (Kenji Katō)>Voice Cast:>Minori Suzuki: Liko>Megumi Hayashibara: Masquernya>Yuka Terasaki: Roy>Daiki Yamashita: Laudbon>Yoshino Aoyama: Dot>Daisuke Namikawa: Welkamo>Natsumi Fujiwara: Uruto>Taku Yashiro: Friede>Ayane Sakura: Orio>Kenta Miyake: Murdock>Kei Shindo: Molly>Ikkyu Juku: Randou>Kohsuke Tanabe: Ginjiro (Randou in his youth)>Tasuku Hatanaka: Taikaiden>Ikue Ohtani: Captain Pikachu>Mega Gurumin's Mega Mega Mega Evolution:>Yoshino Aoyama: Mega Gurumin>Daisuke Namikawa: Welkamo>Megumi Hayashibara: Dekanuchan>Tasuku Hatanaka: Starmie>Ikue Ohtani: Captain Pikachu
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>>284429702>Tasuku Hatanaka: Starmie>Ultraman ZHaha they did the thing.
Summary for next week:>December 19th: PM2023 122 - Red-Hot Wings! Roy VS Friede>Friede has returned from his investigation in space, and tells the group about his encounter with Instructor Starmie and the new information he gathered on the Rakulium. Roy then ends up having a battle against him... but if Roy loses, the Rising Volt Tacklers will be disbanded?! Roy and Laudbon take on Friede and Lizardon, whom they've always looked up to! Will Roy be able to surpass Friede?!
>>284429764I don’t really get the tension of “THEY’LL BE DISBANDED!” Because it’s not like that’s ever going to happen.
https://x.com/magazine_pash/status/1999425357108379759?s=46
>>284429764Would be interesting if he actually lost.
>>284429807Trying to figure out what the design reminds me of... The electric gym leader from gen 3, some pokemon go character I only saw once on social media....Also the tiny middle one with the space pants is better then the others.
>>284429792Not like it matters if they "disband" either considering they've been doing fine without the group anyway.The most forced and artificial "stakes" I've seen in years.
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1999425245338620150>Pokémon Anime Highlight:>"Tadaima"
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https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1999425497646924022>Pokémon Anime Highlight:>Sure enough, the one who ultimately rescued Friede's spaceship was indeed Captain Pikachu. Using Terapagos' mysterious powers, it surpassed its limits and Terastallized into a Flying type! Now for a reunion, after all this time...
>>284429900The hottest version of Friede. I'm not digging this new timeskip look, the hair looks atrocious.
https://x.com/Pokemon_cojp/status/1999426502857757034>In today's episode of the Pokémon anime, Liko, Roy and the others safely reunited with Friede. But who's that standing next to him...? Check out the official Youtube channel for more details!
>Starmie tricked OrioWhat an ass.
>>284429927Orio has a cute ass
What was Orio's reaction.
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1999426504405712912>We celebrate Friede's successful return from space in the Pokémon anime! Send Friede your thoughts through posts, and you'll be entered in a lottery where 30 winners will receive a set of original postcards! To enter the lottery, follow @anipoke_PR and post a message using the hashtags #アニポケ (PokémonAnime) and #フリードおかえり (WelcomeBackFriede)! The deadline is Thursday December 25th!
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1999427760834695243>What did you think of Pokémon anime episode 121, "Catcher in the Sky"? Here's a summary of the episode's highlights:>Cap's do-or-die Flying Terastallization>The new companion Instructor Starmie>Friede's emotional welcome>Which of these three made the biggest impression on you? If you haven't seen the episode yet, check it out on Youtube!
>>284429973Gay duck evolution SOON
>>284430020Definitely the Cap scene. Damn that was some good shit.
>>284430020>Cap's do-or-die Flying TerastallizationThat one
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1999429019083870572>Pokémon Anime Highlight:>When Friede came out of the spaceship, he was accompanied by... his new companion, the Mega Evolved Instructor Starmie?! The story of how the two met will be revealed next episode... Make sure to check out the episode preview in the Youtube upload of today's episode too.
>>284429942Very emotional, but got played as a gag with her crying her heart out to Starmie instead of Friede, mixing them up due to all the smoke.
So what's up with the "Instructor" Starmie thing?
>>284430084It's here to teach us about spaaaaaaaaace!
>>284430020> No Charizard Yep, this guy an imposter.
So what rating do we expect for this episode?
>>284430106Hasn't Orio suffered enough?
>>284430106We literally saw it in the preview and it's namedropped in the summary you fucktard >>284429764
I think Liko and Dot should kiss.
>>284430113High, at least 88. The first half was a bit whatever, but everything from the point the initial rescue attempt failed up to the end of the episode was REALLY good.
>>28443011390 or so.
>>284430135>implying they haven't done so offscreen already
>>284430020>Friede's emotional welcomeBoth Orio and Cap's scenes were really good, I'm gonna say this one.
>>284430121She'll get her revenge on him in bed that night.
>>284429807Did Sugimori also design this one?
>>284430247Roy and Liko will get an onscreen kiss.
>284430866Not getting a (you)
>>284430113>>284430170>>284430185Well, it's not THAT low, but.
>>284430914Not terrible, but I really expected higher for this one. Guess the slow start made people less willing to give it top marks.
>>284430945Huh yeah. Feels a bit odd to give this one lower marks than episode 100, which was hitting a lot of the same beats.
Orio's crying scene was really good, damn.
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1999430276691411320>Welcome back to the Pokémon anime, Friede! In episode 121, which aired today, Friede came back from space! We've received a comment from his voice actor Taku Yashiro-san! Make sure to look forward to what awaits the reunited Rising Volt Tacklers next!
>>284431976Yashiro: "Minna, tadaima." Good evening, everyone. This is Taku Yashiro, the voice of Friede. In episode 121 of the Pokémon anime, "Catcher in the Sky", Friede returned to the Brave Asagi. Did you all see him come back from space with your own eyes? Man, even I myself was really shocked that he came back from space in that state. However, his reliable companions in the Rising Volt Tacklers somehow managed to... and you know, in the end, it was CAP that caught him... they all caught him, allowing him to return safe and sound. It's been a really long time since I've talked to the other Rising Volt Tacklers as Friede, so I'm personally extremely happy about these developments. And I'd like to thank you so much for watching.>Q: What do you think about the atmosphere during these dubbing sessions?Yashiro: Let's see... Well, I think it has to do with how many episodes I was gone for, but you know, when you spend this much time together like we did, then separate for a while before coming back together, you could say the atmosphere becomes a bit different... and I probably attended the dubbing sessions feeling a bit different myself too. That said, however, we have something here that we've all created together, so it still felt like the same old Pokémon anime dubbing sessions in a good way, filled with as much fun and encouragement as ever.>Q: Now that Friede is back after a lengthy absense, is there anything specific you'd like us pay extra attention to regarding him?Yashiro: His hairstyle and clothes have indeed changed a bit, which is something I imagined quite a few viewers might be looking forward to. And of course, since it's been so long, he might have new Pokémon as well, so I'd like you to pay attention to that as well.
>>284431990>Q: What are your thoughts on Friede's new companion, Instructor Starmie?Yashiro: I was really excited and happy to get a new companion. But you know, the other Rising Volt Tacklers seemed a bit taken back... Since it's called "Instructor", I think it might come across as someone reliable and trustworthy, and you know, I actually know a little bit about that, but... I hope you'll all keep a little eye on it and look forward to learning more about it.>Q: In the next episode, you battle Roy! What would you like us to pay attention to in that regard?Yashiro: I definitely want you to focus on the reason they're battling... you know, on the reason why Friede is battling Roy, the one who reestablished the Rising Volt Tacklers from scratch, so soon after coming back from space. And of course, Roy's Laudbon and Friede's Lizardon not only have a degree of connection with their Trainer but also with each other, so that's something else I'd like you to pay attention to.>Q: We'd like to show a little sneak peek of the battle... so could you do a line for us?Yashiro: Very well. "Lizardon! Surpass limits!"
>>284432007>Q: Finally, do you have something you'd like to say to the viewers?Yashiro: First of all, I'd like to thank you all so much for watching over Liko, Roy, Dot, Uruto and of course all the other Rising Volt Tacklers on their adventure. As for Friede, I myself am also really happy he's come back from space. The story is still going to feature all kinds of meetings... and maybe partings as well for all I know... but I'm sure the characters and the Pokémon are going to experience all sorts of things, so I hope you'll continue enjoying the Pokémon anime. Best regards. With that said, episode 121 of the Pokémon anime, "Catcher in the Sky", where my character Friede makes his return appearance, is currently available to watch on Youtube. The Pocket Monsters TV show airs every Friday at 6:55pm on the TV Tokyo Network. The next episode, "Red-Hot Wings! Roy VS Friede", airing Friday December 19th, will feature a battle between Laudbon and Lizardon! Please don't miss the upcoming mini anime featuring Lizardon either. This has been Taku Yashiro, the voice of Friede. Bye bye.
>>284431990>>284432007>>284432023Neat. But he didn't really SAY all that much, did he.
>>284427408https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1999434059592913181>Friede has finally returned from space! Your passionate thoughts have all reached him, and new memories have successfully been etched into the Rising Volt Tacklers' minds! Everyone together now! Ready? "Welcome back, Friede!"
>>284432249Oh nice, they finally updated it.
>>284432023>Please don't miss the upcoming mini anime featuring Lizardon either.What's this about?
>>284432417New short or set of shorts that will air at the end of the episodes instead of the Gurumin segment. Similar to those Terapagos shorts we got back in chapter 2.
>>284431990>And of course, since it's been so long, he might have new Pokémon as well, so I'd like you to pay attention to that as well.Wait, so he might have another new mon in addition to Starmie?
Why a Starmie?
>>284432557It just got a Mega in Z-A. Didn't you know? Looks like this >>284429926
People don't like Mega Starmie? I think it's pretty neat, much cooler than Mega Kairyu.
Give Liko a last name.
>>284432983Sexko
>>284432983Liko Lesbian?
>>284432983Liko will be taking up Roy's lastname after they marry.
>>284433671So never?
>"Catcher in the Sky", episode 121 of the Pocket Monsters TV show, which airs on the TV Tokyo Network every Friday at 6:55pm, aired today and had Friede finally return from space. We've received concept art of his new outfits as well as a staff comment.>Character concept art: Tomomi Kaneko, Game Freak
>>284434587>In episode 121, Friede, who had gone to space, finally came back. His spaceship was about to crash, and the Rising Volt Tacklers and the Pokémon worked as hard as they could to make the ship land safely. At the very end, Captain Pikachu used Flying Terastallization in order to catch the spaceship!>Upon his safe return, Friede and the Rising Volt Tacklers reunited for the first time since they got separated in Rakua in this episode jam-packed with highlights, including the first appearance of the new companion Mega Starmie, which Friede refers to as "Instructor Starmie"!>You can watch the Pokémon in action and Friede's return itself in the Youtube upload of this episode. Make sure to check it out! We also present the concept art for Friede the way he looks after returning from space for the first time! His upcoming contributions to the show will be an absolute must watch!>We've also received a comment from Friede's voice actor Taku Yashiro, who talks about returning as Friede for the first time in so long, as well as his expectations for the upcoming episodes. A more in-depth comment video is currently available on the official Pokémon anime X account, so please check that out as well.>A mini anime featuring Lizardon is also going to air during episode 122, which will air Friday December 19. Don't miss this addition to the main episode either! We're also currently running a "Big Lizardon Charge" campaign filled with Lizardon information!
>>284434608>A comment from Taku Yashiro-san:>Man, even I myself was really shocked that Friede came back from space in that state. However, thanks to all the others, he was able to return safe and sound. It's been a really long time since I've talked to the other Rising Volt Tacklers as Friede, so I'm personally extremely happy about these developments! His hairstyle and clothes have changed over this past year, and he's also gained a new companion in Instructor Starmie, so I'd like you to pay attention to that. Thank you all so much for watching over Liko and the others while Friede was away. Lots of events still await, so I hope you'll continue enjoying the Pokémon anime!
>>284434587>Tomomi KanekoIs she the one who designed Friede's original look too? I remember it was a Game Freak person who wasn't Sugimori.
>>284434608>A mini anime featuring Lizardon is also going to air during episode 122, which will air Friday December 19So it's only a one-time thing then.
>>284434657Yes.
>>284434635Was going to ask why they didn't post this on Twitter, but I see it's just a super truncated version of what he said in the video they posted.
Girlfriends.
>>284435018Yeah, they usually post a short text version like that when we get long video commens.
Can we get something as gay as this?
>>284432557????Are you living under a rock?
>teaching kids to be gay for pokemon Why is Liko like this
Why is that starmie so fucked up
>>284436593They should copy the gwynn/canari conversation with dot being canari and liko being gwynn.
>>284437494It's Mega evolved.
I must say. I wasn't expecting the Flying Tera giving the user the ability to literally fly...even if Is obvious now that I think
>teaching kids to be gayWhy is Liko like this
>>284439252>we're still getting Dot dress fanartLovely.
Hi anons, sorry I'm late, was there anything you wanted translated or clarified from today's episode?
>>284440512The episode ended right after Friede returned, so I assume he didn't reveal anything about where he had been or what he had done, or anything about Starmie, right?
>>284440512What words of wisdom did we get from the old man at the very start of the episode?
>>284440650Nothing beyond "been in space to investigate Rakulium", no.
>>284440703"It's been a long way, but we're here", citing the famous quote from Alan Shepard.
>>284440772Fug, really? THAT is cool.
>>284440772Randou is the best character, damn.
Cutest Doot.
>When Cap lifted up the rocket.
>>284430914>>284430945Having rewatched the episode, I'm fairly sure the extremely slow first half is to blame for the amount of "2" votes it got. It's neither interesting nor dramatic in the slightest, and I imagine kids getting really bored with all the back and forth talking. It's a very strangely written episode.
Looks like another Pokeani couple is in the making. Three times back-to-back, and all adults. I wonder what the writers are trying to tell us
>>284443111>in the makingFriede/Orio has been a thing for pretty long, anon.
>>284443111I got tricked into thinking Molly and Oria were a lesbian couple. I blame Twitter. Never trusting them again
>Orio mistakenly thinking Friede's comment about how "You've sure grown a lot since I last saw you" was aimed at her
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1999645446990668171>Friede's new companion, the Mega Evolved Instructor Starmie, appeared in episode 121 of the Pokémon anime! It's currently shrouded in mystery, but... episode 122 is going to reveal how Friede and Instructor Starmie met and bonded! Look forward to it!
>>284443596>there are people that dislike this absolute boss
>>284443111Those are the only kind of ships they can make without being murdered by the fanbase.
>>284443884Nah, they're doing pretty well with DotLiko.
>>284443596Friede character sheet when?
>>284443884I guess>>284443917Who?
>>284444129Lurk more, tourist-kun.
>>284443267Homosexuality? in Pokémon? Don't make me laugh, anon
>>284444280Orio is pretty blatantly bisexual.
>>284444280Exactly. Bisexuality on the other hand...
>>284443948This? >>284434587
>>284444424That's the original concept art from Game Freak, the character sheet for the anime is different.
Final episode of the year is Roy Vs Friede? I can't wait! I hope Roy Vs Uruto, Roy Vs Nemo and Roy Vs Liko come soon
>>284444280I feel bad for Karna.
>>284444782She'd have known all along she could never compete against Friede. She probably just hoped he was dead.
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1999660551140749469>Pokémon Anime Mobile Wallpaper Calendar:>We bring you a Full Group Version for both December and January combined! Friede and Lizardon have come back from space. Captain Pikachu looks really happy about this as well! Friede's new companion, the Mega Evolved Starmie, is rather intriguing as well...?!>(by Mojacookie)
>>284444967Oh fuck, that was early>break the 16thGay
>>284444967>updated version of the December oneOk that's pretty cool
>>284444967>>284444994We knew about the break the 2nd, right?
>>284445042Yeah >>284365439
>>284443596even though I didn't/aren't using one in the game I think the design is really funny in 2D animation
That's two of the new Z-A Megas in the anime, how many more do you think we'll get?
>>284443596
>>284434587Probably top 3 timeskip designs.
>>284445399lucario Z and zygarde seem like locks, maybe uruto will get a third mon and spinel seems lacking as a final boss without one
>>284445692The ending has already confirmed Mega Lucario Z, the Mega Lucario scene there has the same inverted effect that's been confirmed to identify an upcoming evolution. Welkamo and Carbou has them as well, as did the three mons that have already evolved.
https://x.com/anipoke_pr/status/1999675653915050411?s=61
https://x.com/poke_times/status/1999675644234420433>[Information Overload]>"The Mega Evolved Instructor Starmie"... Well, all right, but...
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1999675653915050411>Pokémon Anime Facial Expression Illustration Presentation:>We present the space suit Friede was wearing when he made his return in episode 121, which aired yesterday! Next episode will reveal what he was doing in space!
>>284443948>>284445972Oh, there we go, nice.
>>284445972>only the space suitSo are we getting his regular outfit tomorrow or something then?
>>284446013Could be later today as well, this is already the second character sheet they've given us today.
>>284445972>Next episode will reveal what he was doing in space!Fighting evil killer space sharks!
>>284445972The glasses look kinda dumb honestly. But I guess he's not going to be wearing those on the regular.
Cute and straight
Surprised they didn't post the concept art for Friede on the official Twitter. It's rare we have to go to pr releases for official art.
Lots of Friede fanart today.
>>284447574It's almost like he's popular or something.
I still don't like Mega Starmie, but I have to begrudgingly admit it looks slightly better in the anime.
https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1999720943003009441>Pokémon Anime Gourmet Meals Party Preparations:>Was the cake done in the oven before he got back...?!
>>284449297so powerful...
>>284449297Friede got Orio sex AND a cake, lucky guy.
>>284447574Nice. Doubt it will get as much as Dot's dress though.
>>284444967Damn, we're don't actually have THAT many episodes left of Rising Again.
>>284447574Ame did one too.
>>284432417>>284432488Went double checking to compare terminology, and the Terapagos ones were called a "ショートアニメ" (short anime), while this new one is a "ミニアニメ" (mini anime).Not sure exactly what that implies, but at least to my brain, "short anime" sounds a lot more like something with multiple episodes than "mini anime" does.
>>284453857Friede is a bully.
so........... what, it's just mega evolved 24/7?
Does this mean Friede caught other Pokemon in space?
>>284454437No, we saw it in its regular form for a short bit too.
>>284454084Yes, "Mini anime" is typically used to refer to quick gag shorts, often with limited animation. They're often one-offs. "Short anime" on the other hand almost always refers to a mini series with very short episodes.So yeah, I think this Lizardon thing is just going to be a one-off comedy thing, rather than the first in a new series of shorts.
Wasn't there some recent merch that showed Flying Tera Pikachu?
>>284455986AAAIEEEEE
>>284455986
>>284455882I think there was something recent that showed the old Moncolle Flying Terastal Pikachu figure, but it wasn't specifically related to the anime.
Kawaii
Love how big a hit Mega Starmie is among nip fans.
>>284443274More brat fucking when?
>>284459084>brat fucking Don't mind if I do.
>the fandom is bored of drawing Friede already and is back to Dot-in-a-dress drawings
Imagine if DotLiko becomes explicitly canon: how would the fanbase react?
>>284459825That Dot is fucking delicious.
>>284459825Cute girls always win in the end.
>>284460241It's pretty explicitly canon already though.
>>284460300Yeah but like, a kiss or a love confession.
>Dot and Anne competing over who has the most Liko-aiDo it, writers.
>>284460511What did Ann mean by that.
>>284460651She felt threatened by picrel. Can you blame her?
>>284460801>threatened by*wanted to be part of
>>284460801So what DID the writers mean by this?
>>284460801This but it's Dot and Anne when?
>>284461500Calm down, Liko.
>>284462264Why did they give Pikachu super strength?
>>284462566It's the mascot, anon.
Straight episode for a change.
>>>/vp/58736109Pokedoko in an hour, let's see what extra tidbits they give us for next week's episode
>>284464323Wonder if they'll do a recap of the Friede Sneaks Into Exceed episode, I think that's the only Friede/Cap-centric ep they haven't recapped yet.
>>284464323More Mega Starmie I hope.
What does Uruto call Friede next episode? "Master Friede" or "Fricchan"?
>>284466613Friede's looking at Uruto like "who the fuck is this kid and why is he on my ship?"
>>284466613Uruto was super nervous about meeting Friede this week, I can't imagine it being anything other than A.
