Will Ash be in Scarlet and Violet?

Ash will not be the main character in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, as the new series will feature Liko and Roy as the main protagonists, marking the end of an era for Ash Ketchum and his trusty Pikachu after over two decades of traveling together. The departure of Ash from the Pokémon anime series does not necessarily mean he won’t return, as the executive director suggests it’s only “a matter of time” before he and Pikachu reappear, with Ash remaining “forever 10 years old”.

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General Questions

1. Is Ash coming back to Scarlet and Violet?: While Ash won’t be the main character, there’s a possibility of his return in future series or episodes, with the executive director hinting at his potential comeback.
2. Is Ash there in Scarlet and Violet?: Ash will not be the focus of Pokémon Scarlet & Violet’s anime series, which will introduce new characters Liko and Roy.
3. Will we ever see Ash again?: Yes, Ash might return to the Pokémon series, but the details and timing of his comeback are uncertain.

Ash’s Character and Relationships

4. Who is replacing Ash Ketchum?: Liko and Roy are the new protagonists, taking over the role of Pokémon protagonist from Ash Ketchum.
5. How old is Ash in Pokemon Violet?: Ash is seen as “forever 10 years old,” implying that if he does come back, he will remain the same age, not as an adult.
6. Who is the wife of Ash Ketchum?: Ash Ketchum does not have a confirmed wife or spouse in the series.

Pokémon and Evolution

7. Can you get Ash-Greninja in Scarlet and Violet?: Ash-Greninja is not available in Scarlet and Violet because the Battle Bond ability was changed to boost stats instead of changing the form.
8. Is Greninja Breedable in Violet?: Yes, Greninja can breed in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet since it has Protean instead of Battle Bond.
9. Why was Ash-Greninja removed?: Greninja was likely kept out of Ash’s party in Journeys to focus on his most recent Pokémon.

Ash’s Family and Friends

10. Will we ever see Ash’s dad?: Ash’s father has not appeared in the series, and his fate remains unknown, although it’s mentioned that he left on a journey when Ash was young.
11. Did Ash marry Misty?: No, Ash did not marry Misty, and their interactions remained platonic throughout the series.
12. Who is Misty’s future husband?: According to some fan theories, Misty might be arranged to marry Ash Ketchum, but this is not confirmed in the series.

Future of the Series

13. Will Ash return in Gen 9?: While there’s no official confirmation, the executive director’s statement suggests that Ash might return to the series in the future.
14. Is it possible to get a shiny Greninja?: The only way to get a shiny Greninja is by evolving a shiny Frogadier using 100 Candies or encountering it in Raids, although the latter is rare.
15. Did Greninja fuse with Ash?: Greninja used its bond with Ash to transform into Ash-Greninja, a unique and powerful form that was later released to the games as an empowered form of Greninja.