New Cast and Characters
The latest update from the production confirms several additions to the cast. Seiran Kobayashi will voice Lacey, Hiroyuki Yoshino joins as Drayton, and Shinya Ōwada will play Cyrano, the director of Blueberry Academy. Lacey and Drayton are members of the BB League’s Elite Four, marking the arrival of powerful new figures in the story. These characters tie directly into Blueberry Academy, which originally appeared in The Indigo Disk DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet.
Theme Songs for the Rising Again Arc
The anime is known for pairing its story arcs with powerful music, and the new arc is no different. Eve will perform the new opening theme song titled Iolite, while Polkadot Stingray takes on the ending theme with Netemo Sametemo (Whether Asleep or Awake). These songs are expected to set the tone for the emotional and high-stakes storylines to come.
When and Where to Watch
The Rising Again arc begins on October 31, 2025. The Pokémon Horizons anime continues to air every Friday in Japan at 6:55 p.m. JST. Since its premiere in April 2023, the series has gone through multiple arcs, including The Brilliance of Terapagos, Terastal Debut, and the Kitakami-focused storyline from The Teal Mask DLC.
A New Generation of Pokémon Adventures
Unlike past series, Pokémon Horizons introduces dual protagonists, Liko and Roy, who are accompanied by the starter Pokémon Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly, as well as a Shiny Rayquaza. The anime also introduces Friede and Captain Pikachu, a professor and partner duo who support the new heroes on their journey. The addition of Blueberry Academy will deepen the connection between the anime and the Pokémon Scarlet/Violet games.
Creative Team and Global Streaming
Directed by Saori Den with Daiki Tomiyasu as creative director, the series benefits from the talents of Dai Satō on scripts, Tetsuo Yajima on action direction, Rei Yamazaki on character design, and Masafumi Mima as sound director. Conisch composes the soundtrack, blending adventure with emotion. In the United States, the anime is available on Netflix, while in other regions it airs on Crunchyroll and TV networks depending on licensing.
Final Thoughts
With Blueberry Academy’s arrival, powerful Elite Four members, and a new set of theme songs, the Rising Again arc promises to keep Pokémon Horizons fresh and exciting. Fans can look forward to a mix of nostalgia, new characters, and adventures inspired by the latest Pokémon games.
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