>>49955336The character of Tokio is supposed to be part of Gou's story. Seeing his childhood friend with Project Mew and learning of his dream to find Serebii will go see their similarities and help him make a decision for his future goal.
Satoshi was always meant to be a brother like figure to Gou. A friend who he learns and grown from just being around him. Tokio is Gou's childhood best friend similar to Koharu. He will play an important part in Gou's story.
Make sure you watch the next episode of the series with this in mind.
