The latest special of the Pokémon anime contains an important reference to the dad from Ashwho receives a gift that many fans will remember from his still unknown father.
The most recent monster hunting anime specials come as the series prepares to bid farewell to its beloved protagonist after nearly three decades. The anime has confirmed that it will see the departure of its longtime protagonist, Ash Ketchumat the start of the next season, switching to a couple of new leads instead.
However, the anime has yet to explain one of its most storied mysteries. Since the first anime of Pokemon in April 1997, fans have seen teasers of the mysterious identity of the dad from Ash. Although Ash’s mother has played a recurring role in the Pokémon anime, appearing multiple times throughout the different seasons, she has never properly introduced her father to fans.
The identity of Ash’s father has been a popular subject of speculation among fans of the franchise, and many have theorized that pre-existing characters such as Professor Oak could be Ash’s father. Now, in the most recent special, Ash seems to receive a gift from his father.
The latest anime specials Pokemon they have continued to tease the possible reveal of Ash’s father, and in a recent episode Ash is seen missing out on a meeting with his father. However, Ash’s mother would reveal that the character’s mysterious father would be leaving a gift for his son, one that longtime Pokémon fans should remember.
The gift from Ash’s father is revealed to be the iconic cap that Ash wore throughout all the seasons of the Kanto and Johto anime. Many fans have speculated that the Pokémon anime is preparing to finally reveal Ash’s father before saying goodbye to him.
