Season 1 • Episode 133
LatestThe operation meant to fully eradicate the Rakulium finally begins! The group splits into two and heads towards the central parts of Rakua, but as Liko and the others make their way through the forest, Rubella and Indi appear before them and send out Desukarn and Deathbarn that have been strengthened with Strong Spheres! Dot, Nemo and Botan stay behind to battle, letting Liko continue onward on her own, but...?!
Follow Liko and Roy as they unravel the mysteries that surround them and encounter Friede, Captain Pikachu, Amethio, and others during their exciting adventures!
Writing
Actual serialized storytelling, not monster-of-the-week
Production
Gorgeous new region design, finally leaving Kanto's shadow
Acting
Minori Suzuki's Liko carries genuine emotional range
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
First mainline Pokémon series without Ash Ketchum in 25 years—Japan held actual memorial screenings for his final episode.
The 'Rising Volt Tacklers' airship setup deliberately mirrors classic adventure anime like Cowboy Bebop's Bebop—yes, they knew exactly what they were doing.
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