The Official Pokémon YouTube channel broadcast a live stream featuring music inspired by Pokémon Horizons on September 19th, 2024 at 8PM EST / 5PM PDT.

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Horizons | Beats to Study/Chill To

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhrcIdb7D5s

Pokémon Horizons Live Music Stream

Sit back and listen along with us, Trainers! Enjoy relaxing scenes and beats from Pokémon Horizons: The Series and tune in for more episodes featuring exciting our heroes. Join us at 8PM EST / 5PM PDT on Thursday, September 19th, 2024 for chill sounds and beats featuring music from Pokémon Horizons on our official YouTube channel!

Source: https://x.com/Pokemon/status/1836548267108188211

Fukurow note, a singer-songwriter, has announced that their new song Your Back will be a tie-in song for an episode of the new series of POKÉTOON. The song will be released on Thursday, October 10th, 2024.

POKÉTOON is a series of short animated films that focus on a single Pokémon for each episode, bringing out the best of the Pokémon's charms while telling an original story while using a variety of unique art styles. Starting with Zuruggu and Mimikkyu in 2020, the eight previously released episodes on YouTube have been viewed more than 82 million times around the world (as of September 4th, 2024).

In addition to the four horizontal animations, four vertical animations that can be easily enjoyed on a phone are scheduled to be shown as part of the latest series. They will be released on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok.


The music video for Fukurow note new song Your Back will be released on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 at 18:00 JST.

POKÉTOON Website

POKÉTOON opened a special website at the same time as the release of the latest episode. A key visual was also unveiled as well. On the special site, Pawmo Pawmot Parmot! was posted, and new episodes will be added every Wednesday from now on.

In addition to Pawmo Pawmot Parmot!, the key visuals are lively depictions of cool and cute Pokémon, and it will be interesting to see how they will be incorporated in future releases.

Also, as a new initiative, music tie-ins will be the ending songs of the four horizontal episodes. There will be collaborations with unique artists such as Fukurow note, Taiyu Fujiwara, LustQueen, Yuina, and RUI・TAIKI・KANON. Each song will be a completely original song written by each artist specifically for the anime. It will be a surprise to find out which artist will be in charge of which episode. Taiyu Fujiwara's song Lucky Dance will be available for download from midnight on September 19th, 2024.

YouTube Clip - Pawmo Pawmot Parmot!

Source: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/ihXrE0ScO3o

梟noteの新曲「君の背中」が、ポケモンアニメ「POKÉTOON」新シリーズのタイアップソングに決定。

歌い手「弱酸性」として業界内外からも高い注目を集めるシンガーソングライターの梟noteの新曲「君の背中」が、ポケモンアニメ「POKÉTOON」新シリーズのタイアップソングに決定した。また、「君の背中」の配信リリースが10月10日(木)にスタートすることも合わせて解禁となった。

「POKÉTOON」シリーズは、各作品ごとに1匹のポケモンにスポットを当てることで、その魅力を最大限に引き出しながら、同シリーズならではのオリジナルストーリーと多彩なアートで描くショートアニメ。2020年の「ズルッグとミミッキュ」を皮切りに、YouTubeで公開された8作品は全世界で8200万回以上再生されている（※2024年9月4日現在）。
また、今回のシリーズ最新作は、前回同様に横型のアニメ4作品に加え、手軽に楽しめる縦型のアニメ4作品が展開予定、本日9⽉18⽇（水）18時よりポケモン公式YouTubeチャンネルにて、毎週水曜日18時に横型・縦型のいずれか1本が、8週連続でポケモン公式YouTubeチャンネル・Instagram・TikTokにて公開される。

梟noteの新曲「君の背中」がタイアップを務める作品は、10月9日(水)18:00公開予定。
どんなアニメ作品でどのような楽曲になるのかは、作品公開後のお楽しみ。新たにオープンとなった「POKÉTOON」特設サイトをチェックしつつ、続報を待とう。

「POKÉTOON」最新作公開と同時に、特設サイトをオープン。併せてキービジュアルも公開。
特設サイトでは、本日公開となった「パモパモットパーモット！」が紹介されており、今後は毎週水曜日に新作が順次追加されていく予定です。
キービジュアルには、パモ・パモット・パーモット以外にも、かっこいいポケモンからかわいいポケモンまで賑やかに描かれており、今後公開される作品でどのような関わり方をするのかは注目です。

また、新たな取り組みとして、横型4作品のエンディング楽曲において音楽タイアップが実施される。各作品の世界観をいっそう深めるべく、梟note、藤原大祐、LustQueen、結那、RUI・TAIKI・KANONら個性豊かなアーティストとのコラボレーションが実現。いずれの楽曲も、各アーティストがアニメのために描き下ろされた完全オリジナル楽曲となる。どのアーティストがどの作品を担当するかは、各作品公開後のお楽しみ。なお、先行して、藤原大祐の楽曲「Lucky Dance」が、9月19日0時より配信開始となる。

Sources: https://news.livedoor.com/article/detail/27208881/ https://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/poketoon/2024/ and https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004320.000013546.html

Takara TOMY has announced that the Pocket Monsters Pet and Talking Sparkling Terapagos (ポケットモンスター なでておしゃべり♪ きらめきテラパゴス) plushie will be released on September 14th, 2024 in Japan. It costs 5,500 yen (tax included). High resolution pictures of the plushie have been added to an Imageboard thread.

Pictures:

Description:

Terapagos as seen on the Pocket Monsters anime! If you talk to it or pet its back, it will sparkle and talk! It will light up and say different things in response!

★ Say "Terapagos" and it will say something special to you when you say "Terapagos"!
★ If you leave it alone for a while and you don't talk to it or pet it for a while, it will start talking to you as it wants your attention!

*It will not respond if you stroke it anywhere other than its back.
*If you don't play for about 3 minutes, it will go into sleep mode.

Details:

Release Date: September 14, 2024
Batteries: 3 x AAA Alkaline Batteries (Sold Separately)
Product number: 4904810937555
Manufacturer: Takara Tomy
Package size: W300 x H180 x D130mm

Sources: https://takaratomymall.jp/shop/g/g4904810937555/ and https://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/pokemon/kirameki_terapagos/

A press release was published on September 13th, 2024 which revealed the key visual for the Pocket Monsters Rayquaza Rising arc.

The popular anime Pocket Monsters (airs on the TV Tokyo Network every Friday at 6:55pm, officially abbreviated "Anipoke") sees its story about protagonists Liko and Roy approach its 4th chapter, titled "Rayquaza Rising".

A new main poster has just been unveiled, depicting the Black Rayquaza and the other members of the Six Heroes that serve as the key to the story, as well as characters from the video game Pocket Monsters Scarlet/Violet: The Hidden Treasure of Zero.

In this poster for chapter 4, "Rayquaza Rising", we can see Liko, Roy, Dot and their Pokémon with courageous looks on their faces as if they're in the middle of a battle, depicted alongside the remaining members of the Six Heroes; Basagiri, Entei and the Black Rayquaza. We can also see Roy's Hogator evolved into an Achigator and Dot's Kanuchan evolved into a Nakanuchan.

In addition, we can see Seille, Sazare and Briar from the video game Pocket Monsters Scarlet/Violet: The Hidden Treasure of Zero, as well as Gardie (Hisui Form) and Yabasocha, all of which further increase expectations for the upcoming events. Further information on the new chapter Rayquaza Rising will be released weekly from here on.

アニメ『ポケモン』新章突入、副題は「レックウザ ライジング」に決定 ゼイユ、サザレ、ブライア登場!

人気アニメ『ポケットモンスター』（公式略称：アニポケ　テレビ東京系 毎週金曜 後6：55～）で、主人公リコとロイの物語が第4章を迎え、副題が「レックウザ ライジング」に決定した。

ストーリーのカギとなる黒いレックウザをはじめとした六英雄ポケモンや、ゲーム『ポケットモンスター スカーレット・バイオレット ゼロの秘宝』に登場する人物たちが描かれた、新たなメインビジュアルが初公開された。

第4章となる「レックウザ ライジング」のメインビジュアルには、残りの六英雄ポケモンのバサギリ、エンテイ、そして黒いレックウザと共に、勇ましい表情でバトルするかのようなリコ・ロイ・ドット、そしてポケモンたちが描かれている。さらに、ロイのホゲータがアチゲータに、ドットのカヌチャンがナカヌチャンに進化している様子も。

ゲーム『ポケットモンスター スカーレット・バイオレット ゼロの秘宝』にも登場するゼイユ、サザレ、ブライアの姿や、ガーディ（ヒスイのすがた）、ヤバソチャも描かれており、今後の展開に期待が高まる。新章「レックウザ ライジング」編の続報は、今後毎週解禁していく。

All your adventure buddies are here! Let the adventure begin! Pokémon Center Singapore will be holding the Join the adventure! - Pokémon Anime Campaign starting today, September 2nd, 2024! Join us at the Pokémon Center Singapore with Captain Pikachu and his Pokémon friends from Pokémon Horizons: The Series and embark on this exciting adventure!

Join the adventure! - Pokémon Anime Campaign

Join the adventure! - Pokémon Anime Campaign will be held at Pokémon Center. This is a chance to meet Pokémon from the anime Pokémon Horizons: The Series at Pokémon Center! The anime Pokémon Horizons: The Series will be broadcast on Channel 5 from 7 September! Enjoy both the anime and Pokémon Center!

From Sep 2 to Sep 22, 2024 at Pokémon Center Singapore

Be amongst the first to catch Pokémon Horizons: The Series on Mediacorp's mewatch and okto on 5, from Saturday, 7 September 10am! Come on down to United Square from 31st August to 8th September for a fun filled time and experience Pokémon Horizons: The Series before it airs! There will be a Quiz Rally, Photogenic Spots, Episode Screenings, and even Meet & Greet sessions with Captain Pikachu at specific times!

Meet and Greet!

Captain Pikachu and other Pokémon, who also appear in ‘Pokémon Horizons: The Series’, will be visiting the Pokémon Center!

• The Pokémon appearing are random.
• One Pokémon per a session.
• Schedule, timing and location are subject to change without prior notice.

Get a Captain Pikachu sun visor!

During the event, Captain Pikachu sun visor will be presented to you when the meet and greet takes place. Enjoy the Meet & Greet and shopping with Captain Pikachu!

• While stocks last.
• The images are for illustrative purposes only. They may differ from the actual ones.

Let’s try Pokémon Colouring!

Complete your own picture by colouring in Captain Pikachu and other Pokémon! You can take your finished picture home with you.

• Participation is free of charge.
• The images are for illustrative purposes only. They may differ from the actual ones.
• There is a limit to the number of applications that can be accepted.
• Content may be subject to change or registration may be closed without notice.

Sources: https://sg.portal-pokemon.com/shop/ and https://www.facebook.com/Pokemon.official.Singapore

IVE's 2nd JAPAN EP ALIVE will be released on Wednesday, August 28th, 2024! The covers for the Japanese versions have also been revealed! In addition to the title track CRUSH, Will, the opening theme song for the TV anime Pocket Monsters, as well as the Japanese versions of three songs, I AM, the main single song from IVE's first full album "I've IVE", which MV's has over 200 million views, and also "Off The Record" and "Baddie", which are also songs from the first EP "I'VE MINE", are included in this EP.


There will be a total of 10 different editions: a Limited Edition A (CD+Blu-ray), a Limited Edition B (CD+PHOTOBOOK), the Regular Edition (CD only), 6 Member Solo Jacket Edition CD variants, and a Limited Edition CD with a special Pocket Monsters TV anime jacket with the aditional track Will (Anime Size)! Details for all 10 variants have been added to our Media database.

Sources: https://ive-official.jp/mob/news/ and https://www.pokemon.co.jp/goods/2024/08/240823_da02.html

The Pokémon Company International announced on August 22nd, 2024 that a new expansion for the bestselling Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), Scarlet & Violet Surging Sparks, would be available beginning November 8th, 2024, at participating retailers worldwide, including the Pokémon Centers. High resolution images from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.

New Pokemon Trading Card Game: Scarlet & Violet—Surging Sparks Coming Soon, Featuring Powerful Stellar Tera Pikachu ex and Dragon-type Pokémon

New Pokémon TCG: Grand Adventure Collection, created in collaboration with “Pokémon Horizons: The Series,” Launching Soon

Aug. 22, 2024 — Today, The Pokémon Company International announced that a new expansion for the bestselling Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), Scarlet & Violet—Surging Sparks, will be available beginning Nov. 8, 2024, at participating retailers worldwide, including Pokémon Center, the premier online destination for official Pokémon merchandise.

The Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Surging Sparks introduces players to more beautifully radiant Stellar Tera Pokémon ex, including Pikachu ex with its strikingly powerful Topaz Bolt attack. In this expansion, players can collect and battle with cards themed around the Terarium — an artificial paradise first introduced in The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Part 2: The Indigo Disk DLC for the Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet video games—and discover the towering Alolan Exeggutor ex in its Stellar form alongside other powerful Dragon-type Pokémon. In addition, players can also discover Latias ex and Archaludon ex as well as new ACE SPEC cards, which continue to bring a twist to Pokémon TCG.

Noteworthy cards from the expansion include:

• Eight ACE SPEC cards
• Eight Stellar Tera Pokémon ex and nine Tera Pokémon ex
• 23 illustration rare Pokémon
• 11 special illustration rare Pokémon and Supporter cards
• Six hyper rare gold etched cards

Players can find Scarlet & Violet—Surging Sparks in booster packs, Elite Trainer Boxes and special collections at Pokémon Center and participating retailers worldwide. Select products from the expansion are now available for preorder at Pokémon Center in the U.S., Canada and the U.K., including the Scarlet & Violet—Surging Sparks Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box.


Pokémon TCG players will have the opportunity to play with Scarlet & Violet—Surging Sparks before launch by attending one of the many Prerelease tournaments held as part of the Play! Pokémon program, taking place beginning Oct. 26 at participating independent retailers.

Ahead of the release of the tabletop version, Trainers will be able to play with Scarlet & Violet—Surging Sparks digitally starting Nov. 7, 2024, via the Pokémon TCG Live app for iOS, Android, macOS and Windows devices. Trainers can collect and battle with new Stellar Tera Pokémon ex and receive in-game bonuses when logging in to the app.


In addition, fans can look forward to the all-new Pokémon TCG: Grand Adventure Collection, launching beginning Nov. 15, 2024, at participating retailers — including Pokémon Center in the U.S., Canada, Australia and New Zealand. Created in collaboration with “Pokémon Horizons: The Series,” the Pokémon TCG: Grand Adventure Collection features the series’ dual protagonists Liko and Roy and their respective partner Pokémon Sprigatito and Fuecoco; four Scarlet & Violet Series booster packs; and two promo cards plus an oversize card, each featuring the “Pokémon Horizons: The Series” logo.

Trainers in the U.S. can watch the latest “Pokémon Horizons: The Series” episodes exclusively on Netflix, with Part 3 available now. The latest trailer can be found on the official Pokémon YouTube channel. For more information, please visit Pokemon.com/Horizons.

https://press.pokemon.com/en/releases/MEDIA-ALERT-New-Pokemon-Trading-Card-Game-Scarlet-VioletSurging-Sparks

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet Surging Sparks Elite Trainer Box

The Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Surging Sparks Elite Trainer Box was available at hobby shops and local retailers where Pokémon TCG products are sold on November 8th, 2024.

Terawatts of electricity crash down from the sky in a tropical paradise, setting the stage for the supercharged Pikachu ex! With the power of a Stellar Tera Pokémon ex, it lights up the shoreline, revealing a parade of dragon Pokémon led by the towering Alolan Exeggutor ex! Archaludon ex and Latias ex round out the horde, while new ACE SPEC cards and more new Pokémon ex bring surprises of their own. Currents crackle and dragons roar in the Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Surging Sparks expansion!

The Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Surging Sparks Elite Trainer Box includes:

• 9 Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Surging Sparks booster packs
• 1 full-art foil promo card featuring Magneton
• 65 card sleeves
• 45 Pokémon TCG Energy cards
• A player’s guide to the Scarlet & Violet—Surging Sparks expansion
• 6 damage-counter dice
• 1 competition-legal coin-flip die
• 2 plastic condition markers
• A collector’s box to hold everything, with 4 dividers to keep it organized
• A code card for Pokémon Trading Card Game Live

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-tcg/product-gallery/scarlet-violet-surging-sparks-elite-trainer-box

WildBrain has been selected by The Pokémon Company International to be the official partner and distributor of Pokémon's only single-IP FAST channel! They'll be bringing the first 22 seasons of the iconic animated Pokémon series to major FAST platforms starting in the US, followed by Canada, the UK, Australia and New Zealand. They'll also be selling select direct advertising inventory for the Pokémon channels through the WildBrain Media Solutions team.

WILDBRAIN SELECTED BY THE POKÉMON COMPANY INTERNATIONAL AS THE OFFICIAL PARTNER TO LAUNCH THE BELOVED ENTERTAINMENT BRAND’S ONLY SINGLE-IP FAST CHANNEL

WildBrain to bring the original Pokémon animated series to major FAST platforms and lead advertising sales

Toronto, ON – August 21, 2024 – WildBrain, a global leader in kids’ and family entertainment, has struck an agreement with The Pokémon Company International to become the only distributor of the single-IP Pokémon FAST (free ad-supported television) channel, starting in the United States, followed by Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand.
Pikachu standing while smiling and waving with a bright blue background

The partnership will see WildBrain secure and launch new single-IP FAST channels with leading platforms across these regions for 22 seasons of the iconic original animated Pokémon series, featuring Ash Ketchum and his partner Pokémon, Pikachu. Fans will be able to follow the duo’s adventures as they aim to achieve Ash’s goal of becoming the world’s top Pokémon Trainer across multiple story arcs, including The Beginning (112 x 22’), Gold and Silver (157 x 22’), Ruby and Sapphire (191 x 22’), Diamond and Pearl (189 x 22’), Black and White (142 x 22’), XY (141 x 22’), and Sun and Moon (145 x 22’). WildBrain will also be selling select direct advertising inventory for the Pokémon channels through its Media Solutions team.

Lara Ilie, VP AVOD and FAST at WildBrain, said, “We’re thrilled to be bringing Pokémon to FAST audiences as a single-IP channel for the first time ever. FAST is an important component of an omni-channel strategy to grow brands and reach fans everywhere they’re watching. As a leader in audience engagement for kids and families, we’re looking forward to leveraging our FAST expertise to reach the ever-growing Pokémon community.”

Melissa Pearce, senior director of media licensing at The Pokémon Company International, said, “We always strive to deliver the joy of Pokémon to more fans around the world, and WildBrain is the perfect partner to help us introduce a new generation of Trainers to the beloved Pokémon animation. FAST provides an ideal platform for the Pokémon brand to connect with wider audiences, offering accessible and curated content in a family-friendly environment.”

This partnership with Pokémon underscores WildBrain’s position as the frontrunner in FAST channels for kids. With more than 100 FAST channels for multiple brands now launched across major platforms worldwide, WildBrain is the world’s leading expert in harnessing FAST for kids’ content. Since launching its FAST strategy, WildBrain has driven growth on its channels to 7.5 billion minutes watched in 2023, up from 502 million in 2019.

Through direct partnerships with all major platforms, including Samsung, LG, Roku, Tubi, and Pluto and using the three biggest integrators, Wurl, Xumo, and Amagi, WildBrain operates FAST channels for more than 20 brands, including Teletubbies, Strawberry Shortcake, Caillou, Inspector Gadget, Degrassi, Slugterra, Sonic, Super Mario, and more. Additionally, WildBrain’s in-house Media Solutions team provides strategies for advertisers and brands to reach kids and family audiences across FAST, AVOD, and gaming. WildBrain offers partners the expertise, operational infrastructure, and insights needed to leverage and optimize the FAST and non-YouTube AVOD opportunity for their brands.

About WildBrain

At WildBrain we inspire imaginations through the wonder of storytelling. As a leader in 360° franchise management, we are experts in content creation, audience engagement and global licensing, cultivating and growing love for our own and partner brands with kids and families around the world. With approximately 13,000 half-hours of filmed entertainment in our library—one of the world’s most extensive—we are home to such treasured franchises as Peanuts, Teletubbies, Strawberry Shortcake, Yo Gabba Gabba!, Caillou, Inspector Gadget and Degrassi. WildBrain’s mission is to create exceptional entertainment experiences that captivate and delight fans both young and young at heart.

Our studios produce such award-winning series as The Snoopy Show; Snoopy in Space; Strawberry Shortcake: Berry in the Big City; Sonic Prime; Chip and Potato; Teletubbies Let's Go! and many more. Enjoyed in more than 150 countries on over 500 platforms, our content is everywhere kids and families view entertainment, including YouTube, where our network has garnered over 1 trillion minutes of watch time. Our television group owns and operates some of Canada’s most-viewed family entertainment channels. WildBrain CPLG, our leading consumer-products and location-based entertainment agency, represents our owned and partner properties in every major territory worldwide.

WildBrain is headquartered in Canada with offices worldwide and trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: WILD). Visit us at wildbrain.com. 

About Pokémon

The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing and marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children’s entertainment properties in the world.

Source: https://www.wildbrain.com/trade-news/wildbrain-selected-by-the-pok%C3%A9mon-company-international-as-the-official-partner-to-launch-the-belove

Tune in as more friendships blossom in the finale of season 1 in part 4 of Pokémon Horizons, coming November 22nd, 2024 to Netflix in the US!

YouTube Clip - Meet Tinkatink! | Sneak Peek | Pokémon Horizons: The Series Part 4 Arrives on Netflix November 22

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NolOOLsJ1IQ

Pokémon Horizons: The Series’ Part 4 Premiering in November on Netflix in the U.S.

Aug. 13, 2024 — On the heels of launching Part 3 of “Pokémon Horizons: The Series,” The Pokémon Company International today announced that Part 4 of the action-packed animated series will premiere Nov. 22, 2024, exclusively on Netflix in the U.S.

“Pokémon Horizons: The Series” follows dual protagonists Liko and Roy — and their respective partner Pokémon, Sprigatito and Fuecoco — on their exciting adventures across the Pokémon world. In Part 3, fans witnessed Liko and Roy’s latest endeavors alongside the Rising Volt Tacklers, led by Friede and Captain Pikachu, as they make new discoveries about Pokémon Trainer Lucius and the Six Heroes. The fourth and final batch of Season 1 episodes will see Liko and Roy travel to the Paldea region, where they’ll uncover even more mysteries while fending off the formidable Explorers.

Fans can get a sneak peek at the adventures that await in Part 4 of “Pokémon Horizons: The Series” on the official Pokémon YouTube channel.

“Pokémon Horizons: The Series” Part 4 Synopsis:

The Rising Volt Tacklers are headed to the Paldea region, but there’s one problem — they’re broke! To make ends meet, Friede lands some odd jobs, including searching for a missing Bramblin and moving rocks from a research site threatened by wild Pokémon. Meanwhile, a shy Oinkologne, separated Tandemaus and hammer-loving Tinkatink receive helping hands from Liko, Roy, Dot and the other Rising Volt Tacklers. But when Sprigatito runs away and Dot’s mom arrives, the group has some big decisions to make. Then, Liko and Roy meet a superhero Pokémon, and the appearance of a mysterious tower tips them off to the Explorers’ biggest plan yet…

Source: https://press.pokemon.com/en/releases/MEDIA-ALERT-Pokemon-Horizons-The-Series-Part-4-Premiering-in-November-

Pokémon Horizons: The Series Part 4 Coming to Netflix

New episodes featuring Liko, Roy, Dot, and the Rising Volt Tacklers are on the way.

There’s plenty of excitement ahead for the Rising Volt Tacklers in the fourth and final part of Season 1 of Pokémon Horizons: The Series, coming to Netflix on November 22, 2024. In Part 4, the Rising Volt Tacklers are headed to Paldea, but there’s one problem—they’re broke! To make ends meet, Friede lands some odd jobs, including searching for a missing Bramblin and moving rocks from a research site threatened by wild Pokémon. Meanwhile, a shy Oinkologne, separated Tandemaus, and hammer-loving Tinkaton receive helping hands from Liko, Roy, Doy, and the other Rising Volt Tacklers. But when Sprigatito runs away and Dot’s mom arrives, the group has some big decisions to make. Then, Liko and Roy meet a superhero Pokémon, and the appearance of a mysterious tower tips them off to the Explorers’ biggest plan yet…

Haven’t watched Part 3 of Pokémon Horizons: The Series? Watch it on Netflix before Part 4 becomes available.

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/pokemon-horizons-the-series-part-4-coming-to-netflix

Rachael Lillis was a Los Angeles based voice actress for various Pokémon media, joining the franchise with Season 1 (Indigo League) of Pokémon the Series' English dub. Rachael was best known in the franchise as the original voices of Misty, Jessie, Jigglypuff, and many others.

On May 13, 2024, it was revealed by her sister that Rachael was diagnosed with breast cancer in January of the same year, and that it had since spread to her spine. A GoFundMe was started to help her find a caregiver to tend to her needs at her residence, before it was changed to find a cancer-specific medical facility. Many Pokémon voice actors shared the GoFundMe and it had hit its original goal within a week. On August 12, 2024, fellow voice actress Veronica Taylor made a post on her social media confirming Rachael's passing two days prior.

Rachael Lillis voiced 90+ characters in the Pokémon anime and over 40+ Pokémon species. Her impact to the show cannot be understated. Her voice work inspired newer VAs and made Saturday mornings something special to lots of children. She will be very missed.

Veronica Taylor @TheVeronicaT

We all know Rachael Lillis from the many wonderful roles she played. She filled our Saturday mornings and before/after school hours with her beautiful voice, her terrific comic timing, and her remarkable acting skills.


Source: https://x.com/TheVeronicaT/status/1823000035883438271M

Eric Stuart @eric_stuart

So sad. She was one of the funniest, sweetest, kindest people. My dear friend for so many years. Celebrate her life by watching OG Pokemon, especially Team Rocket, she will always be my partner in comedic crime. RIP my friend.
Source: https://x.com/eric_stuart/status/1823003262263419269

Pokémon @Pokemon

We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Rachael Lillis. Her performance in the Pokémon animated series will be cherished by the many fans who grew up with the characters she brought to life with her special talent.

She will be remembered for generations to come, and we will always keep her close in our hearts. Our thoughts and condolences are with her family and friends.
Source: https://x.com/Pokemon/status/1823102178783055999

Lisa Ortiz @lisacultjelly

I'm at a loss of what to say right now. When I gather my thoughts I'll write more. But right now I'm just going to share Veronica's post. I can't process my thought right now.

The contribution That Rachael Lillis made to this franchise and lives and childhoods across the world is immeasurable. Her talent was immense. She had a wonderful soul. And a wit. Personally I have so much more to say, but you just have to watch her work to see that talent.
Sources: https://x.com/Lisalisejam/status/1823012542329016619 and https://x.com/Lisalisejam/status/1823108955352264849

Michele Knotz @MicheleKnotz

I've been staring at the walls today thinking about how quickly life goes by and anyone can be taken away from us in an instant. It's been too frequent, too scary and too heartbreaking.
Source: https://x.com/micheleknotz/status/1823185228585656371

Jamie McGonnigal @jmcgonnigal

It’s always tough to hear from social media that a friend has passed on. But I suppose that’s just the way of things nowadays. I’ll miss you, sweet Rachael. I’m so grateful I knew you and had the pleasure of working with you on a bunch of things - from Pokémon to Weis Kreuz and World of Narue.

I remember spending a long afternoon in Central Park together, learning everything we could about each other and just wandering for hours. You’ll be so missed, friend. Thanks for crossing paths with me.
Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/C-leDC6PWd6/

Mike Pollock @itsamike

May her memory be a blessing.
Source: https://x.com/itsamike/status/1823013943217930427

Faye Mata @FayeMata

Thank you for inspiring us all, Rachael Lillis. Rest in peace.
Source: https://x.com/fayemata/status/1823055918881477085

Tara Jayne Sands @TaraSandsVO

It is an incredibly sad day. I can’t say this any better than Veronica did, but please know that Rachael saw your messages and contributions and was so touched and so grateful. She is out of pain now. A wonderful person gone way too soon.
Source: https://x.com/TaraSandsVO/status/1823005535245144556

Erica Schroeder @ericaschroederva

Please take a few moments today to send your beautiful words about Rachael to her sister and family. I’m really struggling with mine. Sending so much love and deepest condolences to them, to her Pokémon family and to you, her beloved fans.

If you feel helpless and want to send a gesture beyond words, you can still donate to the go fund me which will help with medical bills, a memorial service and causes in her name. The link is in my bio.
Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/C-lGAEOyKi-/

Danny “Shaq” Kramer @dannykramervo

I never got the chance to meet her, but she was loved and spoken highly about by so many. Rest in Peace, Rachael Lillis. You were an incredible part of my childhood with your wonderful performances and you clearly touched the hearts of so many… Please still donate to her GoFundMe, to help her loved ones cover memorial arrangements and medical bills — link in Bio Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/C-lIWT4vPA8/

Marc Thompson @captainehud_marcthompson_vo

Thank you to all who helped and encouraged her. It meant a lot to her and her family
Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/C-lXFPFRqtJ/

Justin Sevakis @worldofcrap (Discotek CEO)

I love that she's finally getting recognized like this. Funny thing is, she'd HATE this attention. That's why it's so hard to find a picture of her. "Voice actors should be heard and not seen!" she'd say.
Source: https://x.com/worldofcrap/status/1823076133421940944

Jessica Calvello

Words are difficult, and I've never been good with goodbyes. I'm just going to send love. I'm sorry I can't express more. It's too hard. Rachael was such an amazing talent; a true force in the voice industry and a frequency of light needed in this world. Much love, everyone.
Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/C-lXSvRPDlF/

Alyson Leigh Rosenfeld @AlysonRosenfeld

Absolutely heartbreaking news. Thinking of her loved ones and everyone she touched with her incredible, iconic performances. May her memory be a blessing.
Source: https://x.com/alysonrosenfeld/status/1823072561263001736

Sarah Natochenny @sarahnatochenny

I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Rachel Lillis. We never got to meet, but like many of you, I grew up with her wonderful performances as Misty and Jessie. I’d like to extend my deepest condolences to her loved ones as they navigate this devastating loss.
Source: https://x.com/sarahnatochenny/status/1823135008544219574

Dan Green @dangreenvoices

Rachael Lillis was a very gifted performer. Smart, thoughtful, and quick witted, Rachael gave countless performances that entertained the original generation of Pokemon fans. We are so sad to see her go so soon. We are grateful to have known her.
Source: https://www.instagram.com/dangreenvoices/

Eileen Stevens @HiEileenStevens

A kind person and talented actor. How heartbreaking. Love and prayers to the Lillis family❤️
Source: https://x.com/hieileenstevens/status/1823133316482023666

Alejandra Reynoso @AleReyn0s0

Like so many, I was deeply saddened to learn of Rachael’s passing—despite never having the pleasure of meeting her myself, I became a Pokémon fan in large part due to her charming, remarkable work on the show. She touched so many. My heartfelt condolences to her family + friends.
Source: https://x.com/AleReyn0s0/status/1823169569189752911