The popular anime Pokémon (official abbreviation: AniPoke, airs on TV Tokyo every Friday at 6:55 PM) is entering its fourth chapter, and the subtitle has been announced as "Rayquaza Rising," continuing the story of the protagonists Liko and Roy.

The newly revealed key visual features the legendary Black Rayquaza and the six heroic Pokémon, along with characters from the Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero game. This visual sets the stage for the next developments in the anime.

In the main visual for Chapter 4, Rayquaza Rising, the remaining heroic Pokémon, including Kleavor and Entei, as well as the Black Rayquaza, appear alongside Liko, Roy, and Dot, who are depicted in fierce battle stances along with their Pokémon. The visual also shows Roy's Fuecoco evolving into Crocalor, and Dot's Tinkatink evolving into Tinkatuff.

Characters from Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero, such as Carmine, Perrin, and Briar, are also featured, along with Hisuian Growlithe and Poltchageist, raising excitement for the upcoming story developments. Further updates on the new chapter, Rayquaza Rising, will be revealed weekly from here on.
Additionally, stills and a summary for Episode 66, airing on the 20th, have been released.

Episode 66 Synopsis

After completing their Terastal training, Liko and the others return to Orange Academy. To strengthen their bonds, the trainees decide to engage in battles with one another. The Gym Leaders also make an appearance at the academy, causing great excitement! Just then, Dot's Rotom Phone receives a call from Button... Behind the trainee battles, a certain plot is beginning to unfold!

Source : ORICON NEWS