Pokémon the Series: XY English Sub & Dub

About Pokémon the Series: XY

Looking for background on Pokémon the Series: XY (ポケットモンスターXY)? This action, adventure and comedy series by OLM (2013) starts out like this. In short: Satoshi and Pikachu have arrived in Lumiose Town of the illustrious Kalos region to capture more Pokémon and continue their journey toward becoming the very best. Meanwhile, a genius inventor named Citron and his little sister Eureka wander the town when they run into Satoshi who rapidly challenges them to a battle.

Another thread: However, they are soon caught up in a dangerous incident when Team Rocket, following Satoshi into Kalos, cause a Gaburias to rampage through the town. Far away in the quiet Vaniville Town, a young girl named Serena slogs through daily Sihorn riding practice at the behest of her mother, a professional Sihorn racer. After practice, she sees the events unfolding in Miare City on television where she recognizes a boy from her childhood.

In an action series like this, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Voice work is led by Rica Matsumoto as Satoshi and Ikue Ootani as Pikachu. It will appeal most to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. At 93 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with OLM, which means the visual identity of Pokémon the Series: XY follows that studio's craft. Because it leans on action, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. A 7.4/10 score points to a dependable, well-liked series. On the casting side, Rica Matsumoto voicing Satoshi gives the lead role a recognizable voice. It aired in 2013, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.