A Mythical Pokémon that follows Ash from the shadows, acting as a "Guide to the Rainbow Hero". Significant Differences from the Original Anime
Ash’s team is much smaller, primarily focusing on Pikachu, Butterfree, and Charizard .
In this alternate continuity, classic companions Brock and Misty are replaced by new friends, though they make brief cameos in the end credits.
is the 20th film in the franchise, released in 2017 to celebrate the anime's 20th anniversary. It acts as a reboot, retelling Ash Ketchum’s early journey in an alternate timeline that diverges significantly from the original 1997 series. Plot Summary
Driven by the goal to reach Ho-Oh, his personality is slightly more serious and focused than in the early anime. Verity: A trainer from Twinleaf Town with a Piplup.
While Ash only saw Ho-Oh in the first episode of the original series, it is the central focus of this movie's plot.
The story begins with a familiar scene: Ash Ketchum oversleeps on his 10th birthday and is left with a stubborn, disobedient Pikachu as his starter. After a life-threatening encounter with a flock of Spearow, the two form a deep bond and witness the Legendary Pokémon flying overhead. Unlike the original series, Ho-Oh drops a Rainbow Wing , setting Ash on a quest to Mount Tensei to meet the legendary bird again. Key Characters and Pokémon
The film reimagines several "Indigo League" milestones with modern twists:
