Why is Ash still 10 years old?

According to the eternal youth theory, like in many cartoons, the characters never age and are trapped at the age of their first appearance. This also suggests that the show has a floating timeline
floating timeline
The term "floating timeline" is used in the comics community to refer to series that take place in a "continuous present". This timeline is due to the fact that the authors have no need to accommodate the aging of their characters, which is also typical of most animated television shows.
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. This is the explanation given in the Pokémon.com mailbag for why Ash is still ten.
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Why is Ash not getting older?

At the beginning of Ash's journey through the Kanto region, Ash catches a glimpse of this Legendary Pokemon, and it is believed that he never ages physically, because this is what he considers to be his eternal happiness.
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Is Ash Ketchum 11 years old?

Now Ash began his journey at exactly 10 years, 10 months, and 10 days old as confirmed in the novelization of the show, making him almost 11 at that time (Also fun fact I found that since it's said trainers get their Pokemon in April of their 10th year, assuming that Ash began on April 1st, that would make his birthday ...
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How long has Ash Ketchum been 10 years old?

Despite being on the air for more than two decades, Ash hasn't really aged since the start of the series — he's been 10 years old since 1997.
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Is Ash Ketchum immortal?

Throughout the years, however, we aged and Ash Ketchum simply did not. While many do not understand Ash's immortality, if we look back over the years we see that the signs that Ash is truly a pokemon have always been there.
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How Old is Ash Ketchum? (Is Ash Still 10?)



Why did Ash not evolve Pikachu?

After Pikachu's defeat in his battle against Lt. Surge's and his Raichu, he was given a choice to evolve but refused so he can prove he's strong without evolving.
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Does Ash meet Ho-Oh?

Ho-Oh is the first Legendary Pokemon Ash encounters and the first Legendary to appear in the anime series.
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How old is Ash now 2022?

First appearance “Pokémon, I Choose You!” (1997) when he 10 age, he must have been born in 1987. 2022 – 1987 = 35 age. -> Ash Ketchum age 2022 is 35.
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Will Ash ever grow up?

Pokémon Theory: Why Ash Never Grows Up

Pokémon anime protagonist Ash Ketchum hasn't aged in years, and fans have some compelling theories about why the young trainer never grows up. Despite starting his legendary journey 23 years ago, Pokémon protagonist Ash Ketchum has remained a 10-year-old since 1997.
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How old is Ash Lynx?

A nineteen-year-old Japanese college student. He comes to New York as Ibe's assistant to finish a report on street gangs.
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Is Misty older than Ash?

Misty is one companion that's older. She's actually 13 compared to his 10. This probably explains why she's slightly taller than Ash in the early seasons of the anime. At least she's 13 in The Electric Tale of Pikachu manga, a loose retelling of the anime.
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How old are Jessie and James?

In the games, Jessie and James are supposed to be the same age as Ash. However, according to a special CD available only in Japan, Jessie and James are in their 20's in the second episode of Anime.
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What happens if you see Ho-Oh?

It is said that those who see Ho-Oh are promised an eternal happiness. Its feathers are in seven colors. It is said that anyone seeing it is promised eternal happiness. A legend says that its body glows in seven colors.
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Will Ash ever see Serena again?

Episode 105 of Pokemon was released on April 8, 2022. The episode was titled “Eevee and Nymphia, A Metting and a Reunion”. Fans were eagerly waiting for this episode after the preview where Serena was seen. In this episode, Ash is finally reunited with his long-lost companion Serena at the port.
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Is Ash a dream?

It states that the main character, Ash Ketchum, is actually in a coma, and all the other episodes of the Pokémon anime after episode 1 are all dreams while he's in a coma.
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How old is misty Pokemon?

Misty is 10 years old in Pokemon. This is mentioned by her in the Japanese version of the show during episode three. Misty travelled with Ash through Kanto, the Orange Islands, and Johto, honing her skills as a Water-type Trainer along the way. Ultimately, she decided to go back home to preside over her family's gym.
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How old is Ash's Pikachu?

In the first episode, Ash Ketchum, a young boy from Pallet Town, turns 10 years old and acquires his first Pokémon, a Pikachu, from Professor Oak. At first, Pikachu largely ignores Ash's requests, shocking him frequently and refusing to be confined to the conventional method of Pokémon transportation, a Poké Ball.
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How old is Pikachu?

As of last weekend, Pokemon is 20 years old, which means franchise mascot Pikachu is also 20 years old. Like many of the characters in the game, Pikachu is loosely inspired by real-life animals — in this case, the pika (genus Ochotona).
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Will Serena be Kalos queen?

After that, Serena was approached by Palermo to become her protégé so she could become a better performer to have a chance at being the next Kalos Queen. Serena, however, declined the offer, telling her that her journey with her friends has helped her develop and until she finishes she can't go with her.
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Will Serena return in galar?

Pokémon: Serena Will Never Return to the Series.
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Who would win Lugia or Ho-Oh?

Lugia is more of a defensive juggernaut. Ho-Oh has more of an attacking prowess when comparing the two. In terms of popularity, both are pretty even, with high profile appearances across games, the anime series, and the movies. In terms of battling, however, Lugia may be the better option.
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Did Ash catch a legendary Pokémon?

After 26 years of the wildly successful franchise, it's finally revealed that Ash Ketchum caught his first mythical Pokémon before a legendary Pokémon. Both groups are considered extremely rare, but mythical Pokémon holds the title of the most elusive type of Pokémon.
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Is Ho-Oh a myth or Legendary?

Ho-Oh (ホウオウ, Houou) is a Fire/Flying-type Legendary Pokémon introduced in Generation II. It is the Version Mascot for Pokémon Gold, along with its remake, Pokémon HeartGold.
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