Liko and the others get completely overwhelmed by the Black Rayquaza's incredible power! However, if they're going to get through to it and communicate how Terapagos, and they themselves, feel... it's now or never. It's time for a battle against Rayquaza where they throw absolutely everything at it!!
The Explorers' plan has led to the Black Rayquaza finally showing itself, and Liko and Roy get completely overwhelmed in the face of its incredible power! However, if they're going to get through to it and communicate how Terapagos, and they themselves, feel... it's now or never. It's time for a battle against Rayquaza where the two of them throw absolutely everything at it; All the encounters they've had and all the experience they've gained since the day they set off on their adventure with Pokémon!!
It was announced on March 29th, 2024, that the utaite 9Lana, who primarily operates on TikTok and Youtube, will be making her major debut with Sony Music. Her debut song "Let me battle" is going to be used as the new ending theme for the TV Tokyo Network anime Pocket Monsters (airs every Friday at 6:55pm), and will be produced by Giga & TeddyLoid.
This highly surprising choice has a chameleon voice, being able to speak and sing in 9 entirely different ways, and is known for an expressiveness that almost makes you think the protagonist in the lyrics has taken possession of her. Her growling voice is particularly well regarded. Since the end of last year, she released 3 original songs in rapid succession; "Migi pocket", "Balalaika" and "Game", and was enjoying a steady increase in listeners as she announced her major debut.
"Let me battle", which is going to be the ending theme for the Pocket Monsters anime, was written by Giga & TeddyLoid, who have multiple hit songs on their resume. The lyrics are by TOPHAMHAT-KYO from FAKE TYPE. The song will premiere on April 12th, when the new chapter "Terastal Debut" begins, and will be available digitally on the 19th.
9Lana commented that it's such an honor both to do the ending theme for the Pocket Monsters anime, as well as to get to sing a song written by people she looks up to as much as Giga-san, TeddyLoid-san and TOPHAMHAT-KYO-san, that she still almost thinks this is just a dream.
A comment from 9Lana:
The first Christmas gift I ever got from Santa was a Pokémon video game, and I remember playing it for hours every day because it was so much fun I didn't know when to stop. It's such an honor both to do the ending theme for the Pocket Monsters anime, as well as to get to sing a song written by people I looks up to as much as Giga-san, TeddyLoid-san and TOPHAMHAT-KYO-san, that I still think this is just a dream.
９Lana,ソニーミュージックからメジャーデビュー！異例の大抜擢！デビュー曲「Let me battle」がアニメ「ポケットモンスター」エンディングテーマに決定！
Will, the first original Japanese song by Korean 6-member girl group IVE in about 11 months, will be the new opening theme for the TV Tokyo Network anime Pocket Monsters (airs every Friday at 6:55pm), and is going to be available digitally on April 12th alongside the premiere of the new chapter "Terastal Debut".
"Will" is IVE's very first anime tie-in song, and is a song themed around friendship and adventure, filled with a sparkling feel similar to that of Pocket Monsters. Japanese member Rei said with great joy that she's been very close to this anime ever since she was little, so she was extremely happy to hear they were doing an opening theme for it, and that all the members were really excited about it.
Wonyoung was visibly moved as she talked about how very happy and honored to get to sing the opening theme for an anime as extremely famous as Pocket Monsters, which she's a big fan of herself as well, having loved Pikachu since childhood and having wanted to live with Pokémon in real life back then.
A new trailer that shows what to expect from the beginning of the new chapter "Terastal Debut" was released today, March 29th, 2024, where you can hear part of IVE's "Will".
YouTube Clip - Pocket Monsters Anime Terastal Debut Starts in Friday, April 12th, 2024
Yujin:
I'm very honored and very happy to be singing the opening theme for the Pocket Monsters anime. This is a very fun song, so I had fun recording it as well. My favorite Pokémon is Eievui, and I always keep an Eievui plushie I got from Rei in my room. I want all you viewers to listen to "Will" as soon as you can, and I'm truly grateful for all the constant support we've been getting.
Gaeul:
I've been a huge fan of Pokémon since I was a child, so I'm really happy I get to sing one of its opening themes. Pokémon is of course a famous anime everyone in Japan knows, and this is also the case in Korea, so I was really honored to get this assignment and knew I had to do my absolute best. There was a huge Pocket Monsters card game craze back when was in elementary school, so I played that a lot with my cousins, and also collected cute Pokémon menko in all kinds of colors. I sang this song with all my might in order to fill it with the kind of cheerfulness and energy that's so unique to the Pocket Monsters anime, so please look forward to it!
Rei:
I've been very close to this anime ever since she was little, so I was extremely happy to hear we were doing an opening theme for it. All the members were really excited about it, and couldn't believe they were actually doing the opening theme (smile). When I was little, I would always be sitting in front of the TV on the days the anime was airing, looking forward to learning what kind of adventure we'd be getting that day (smile). I'd be really happy if I could share all the dreams, courage and sparkling memories I gained from watching the anime back then with you all. Please look forward to seeing IVE alongside Pokémon.
Wonyoung:
I'm very happy and honored to get to sing the opening theme for an anime as extremely famous as Pocket Monsters, which I'm a big fan of myself as well. I've loved Pikachu since childhood and wanted to live with Pokémon in real life back then, so I'm very happy to get to sing the opening theme. We'll be singing a cheerful song that will make you happy as you watch the show!
Liz:
I've enjoyed the anime ever since I was a child, and also played the video games a lot and collected a ton of Pokémon cards, menko and plushies together with my little brother, so I was extremely honored when I learned we were singing the opening theme. It made me so excited and happy I can't even put it in words. Since I was so excited about this song, I did my absolute best when recording it as well! I hope you guys are all excited for it as well, and would be really happy if you'd root for us a lot!
Leeseo:
It was like a dream come true to learn we were getting to sing this song. We've been graced with the wonderful opportunity it is to get to sing an anime opening theme, so I really wanted to do a good job with it. I regularly have fun collecting the "Decochara seal" stickers that come with Pokémon Pan pastry, and would put the stickers featuring my favorite Pokémon on my cell phone. I did my absolute utmost singing "Will", so it'd make me happy if lots of people liked it.
On March 29th, 2024, this episode was available to watch on the official Japanese YouTube channel. The video was region locked to Japan only. It was available from March 22nd, 2024 to March 29th, 2024. This episode was specifically labeled as a missed-program webcast (見逃し配信).
The episode was also available on the TV Tokyo YouTube channel and the Official Corocoro Channel and were labeled as limited-time delivery (期間限定配信). The TV Tokyo version included the series trailer at the end of the episode where as the Corocoro version had beginning and ending bumpers promoting Corocoro.
Friday is Pokémon Anime Day! "I will take the Black Rayquaza." After Terastallizing Soublades, Amethio challenges the Black Rayquaza! How will he battle after the training he's been through...?
CoroCoro Comic's Official website posted an article about this episode just before the original airing on March 29th, 2024.
Anipoke is just around the corner! Time to put it all to the test! The battle with the Black Rayquaza begins now!
Broadcasting every week from 6:55 pm! The anime "Pocket Monsters" will start airing soon! In this article, we'll introduce you to the Pokémon and characters that will appear in today's episode, as well as comments from the voice actors and director, and other information you won't find anywhere else!
The Black Rayquaza has appeared due to the Explorers' strategy. Liko and Roy confront the Black Rayquaza they have been looking for, but they are overwhelmed by its mighty power....... However...... They want take Terapagos to Rakua! They want to battle the Black Rayquaza! To convey their thoughts and feelings...... the battle with the Black Rayquaza begins!
▲ Liko and her friends finally confront the Black Rayquaza. They really couldn't do anything before, but this time......!?
▲ The battle had started!!
▲ Friede and Dot also join the battle, just like a Raid Battle!?
▲ Amethio also participates in the battle to get Rayquaza!? Is this...... Terastallize!?
From the day they met their Pokémon and took the first step on their adventure, Liko and Roy overcame many encounters and various experiences, and finally encounter the Black Rayquaza. It’s time to bring it all together!!
▲ The battle with Rayquaza that they have been pursuing. Roy and Hogator will give it their all!!
▲ Will Rayquaza respond to their feelings? Then…… Something happens to Nyahoja......!?
It continues today on Anipoke from 6:55! Don't take your eyes off the intensely emotional battle for even a moment where you can feel Liko and Roy's growth!!
The official Japanese Anime PR Twitter account posted a four-frame look back illustration on April 3rd, 2024 by #もじゃクッキー @mojacookie.
Anipoke four-panel look back
A review of episodes 42-45 delivered in 4 frames
Liko and Roy arrive at the beach in the Paldea region!!
Everyone worked together to battle the Black Rayquaza that appeared!
Liko's Nyahoja evolved into Nyarote!
Going to the next stage for further growth!
(by #mojacookie @mojacookie)
When I returned to the Paldea region, I met the very popular Irukaman and a mysterious hero!
Roy: Mighty G, is so cool!
And then... we get into big trouble in a battle with the Explorers, who are trying to get the Black Rayquaza...!
Dot: Gooooo, Rotom!!
Agate: You...!
Everyone joined together to battle!
Nyahoja evolved during the battle with the Black Rayquaza!
Liko, Roy, Dot: Tr-Training!?
We are going to go learn how to Terastalize!
The official Japanese Anime PR Twitter account posted a behind-the-scenes look at the making of this Anipoke episode with production artwork pieces on March 28th, 2024. The pictures featured Amethio.
An original drawing of Amethio from episode 45.
His pursuit of strength has led to Amethio receiving a Terastal Orb from Hamber. How is he going to fight...?!
Special First-Airing Segment
Upcoming Episodes Preview
A trailer for the upcoming premiere of the new chapter "Terastal Debut" was broadcast on the original airing on TV Tokyo. It was also posted on YouTube as part of the press release.
Pokémon Seminar - Professor Friede and Captain Pikachu share their knowledge of Pokémon.
This time... it's the Sky High Pokémon Rayquaza!
A Pokémon that flies in the sky and rarely lands on the ground.
Where does Rayquaza live?
Title: Re: PM2023 45:はるか、遠くまで/To Places Far Far Away
Liko and the others get completely overwhelmed by the Black Rayquaza's incredible power! However, if they're going to get through to it and communicate how Terapagos, and they themselves, feel... it's now or never. It's time for a battle against Rayquaza where they throw absolutely everything at it!!
Summary:
The Explorers' plan has led to the Black Rayquaza finally showing itself, and Liko and Roy get completely overwhelmed in the face of its incredible power! However, if they're going to get through to it and communicate how Terapagos, and they themselves, feel... it's now or never. It's time for a battle against Rayquaza where the two of them throw absolutely everything at it; All the encounters they've had and all the experience they've gained since the day they set off on their adventure with Pokémon!!
De si loin...
아득히, 저 멀리까지
Hingga Nun Jauh Di Sana
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