Why did Ash abandon Gengar?

Ash did not exactly abandon Gengar, but rather, he left it, along with the rest of his Journeys team, at Professor Oak’s Laboratory sometime prior to The Road Most Traveled!, as he decided he wanted to start rotating his team for his new journey, and Gengar was shown to have rejoined Ash’s team in Getting to the Heart of it All!. This decision was part of Ash’s plan to give his Pokémon a break and to have a more diverse team for his upcoming adventures.

Related FAQs

General Questions

1. Is Gengar a dead Clefable?: Some theorists believe that Gengar is a dead Clefable, and there’s evidence to back that up, including their similar appearances and the fact that they cannot perform any sort of STAB attacks on each other.
2. Why didn’t Haunter stay with Ash?: Haunter left Ash because it didn’t want to fight, and when Ash found it again, it had just foiled Team Rocket’s latest attempt to capture Pikachu.
3. What was Ash’s rarest Pokémon?: Ash’s 10 Rarest Pokémon include Noctowl, Melmetal, Greninja, Naganadel, Dracovish, Lycanroc, Gengar, and Gible, with Gengar being one of the rarest.
4. Why is Gengar always smiling?: Gengar’s smile is actually a portal to the afterlife, which can be both intriguing and terrifying.
5. Are they trying to get rid of Ash in Pokémon?: Yes, the anime will continue with two brand new antagonists taking the lead, but Ash’s story will come to an end after 25 years.

Gengar’s Background and Characteristics

6. Is Gengar a dead human?: According to some theories, Gengar used to be a human being, which adds a layer of depth to its character.
7. What is Gengar the dead version of?: Gengar is believed to be the dead version of Clefable, with some evidence supporting this theory, including their similar types and characteristics.
8. How evil is Gengar?: While Gengar can be a bit of a prankster, it is not inherently evil, but its Gigantamax form can be intimidating, with a giant mouth that leads straight to the afterlife.
9. Is Gengar a good guy or a bad guy?: Gengar is not a sinister Pokémon by nature, but it has served as a villain in some instances, making its character more complex.

Ash’s Journey and Pokémon

10. How many Pokémon did Ash abandon?: Ash has traveled with over 50 different Pokémon that are currently no longer with him, including some that he caught and released, and others that he left at Professor Oak’s Laboratory.
11. Why did Ash abandon Charizard?: Ash left Charizard in the valley because it was struggling to earn respect from its fellow Charizard, and Ash wanted to give it the opportunity to grow and thrive.
12. What is the rarest Gengar?: The rarest Gengar card in the Pokémon TCG is the Gengar H9 — Skyridge, which is a holo-rare card with distinct borders and a starry background.
13. How old should Ash actually be?: Based on the number of episodes, Ash should be around 13 or 14 years old, but he remains 10 years old throughout the series due to the Ho-Oh’s wish that allowed him to stay a kid forever.

Future of the Pokémon Anime

14. Is Ash still 10 years old?: Yes, Ash remains 10 years old, despite the many adventures and experiences he has had throughout the series.
15. Who is replacing Ash Ketchum?: The new show will star dual protagonists Liko and Roy, who will uncover the mysteries of the Pokémon world, marking a new era for the anime series.