At the start of the original Pokémon anime, Ash is like any other rookie Pokémon Trainer. He is impulsive yet full of energy, and still learning how to catch and battle alongside his Pokémon allies.

Pokémon has endured for over 25 years because it’s such a versatile property that gives its fans a nearly endless amount of freedom when it comes to how they celebrate the series. Battles and Pokémon ...