Introduction to Pokémon Horizons
Pokémon Horizons, known as "Pocket Monster" in Japan, is a series that accompanies the ninth generation of Pokémon. Airing since April 2023, this series features two new main characters who venture into the world of Pokémon.
Main Characters
Liko
- English Name: Liko
- Japanese Name: ??
- Origin: Paldea Region
- Details: Liko is a young trainer who wears a mysterious pendant inherited from her grandmother.
Roy
- English Name: Roy
- Japanese Name: ??
- Origin: Kanto Region
- Details: Roy is a young trainer possessing an ancient and mysterious Poké Ball.
Friede
- English Name: Friede
- Japanese Name: ????
- Role: Pokémon professor who guides Liko and Roy in their adventures.
- Partner: Pikachu, affectionately nicknamed Captain Pikachu.
- Team: Friede leads the Rising Volt Tacklers.
Series Structure
Unlike previous series, Pokémon Horizons is divided into several chapters that explore different facets of the overarching story:
Chapter 1: The Mystery of Liko's Pendant
- Episodes: 1 to 24
- Summary: This chapter introduces Liko and Roy as well as their encounter with the Rising Volt Tacklers, initially sent by Liko's mother to bring her home.
Chapter 2: The Quest for Terapagos
- Episodes: 25 to 45
- Summary: After the permanent awakening of Terapagos, the Rising Volt Tacklers continue their search for the Black Rayquaza and other Pokémon related to Lucius, an ancient traveler.
Chapter 3: The Naranja Academy
- Episodes: 46 to 67
- Summary: Following a confrontation with the Explorers, Liko, Dot, and Roy temporarily enroll at the Naranja Academy to study Terastallization.
Chapter 4: The Secrets of Lucius
- Episodes: 68 to 89
- Summary: After their training, they continue to uncover the history of Terapagos and Lucius while heading to Laqua.
Chapter 5: Conflicts and Reunions
- Episodes: 90 to 111
- Summary: After a confrontation in Laqua and a time jump of one year, Liko, Dot, and Roy regroup to find the Six Heroes, wrongfully accused by Spinel.
Special Episodes: Mega Evolution
A trilogy of episodes titled "Episode: Mega Evolution" aired in October 2025, focusing on Roy and Ult as they explore Mega Evolution in Kalos.
Final Chapter: The Invitation to Blueberry Academy
- Episodes: 115 - ???
- Summary: Liko and the Rising Volt Tacklers are invited to Blueberry Academy by Briar to discover the latest research in the field.
Liko hails from the Paldea region, while Roy is from the Kanto region.
Friede is a Pokémon professor who assists Liko and Roy in their journey.
Terastallization is a phenomenon from the Paldea region studied by Liko, Roy, and Dot at the Naranja Academy.