>>56573024Ka:
Yes, I agree. For example, Ash’s victory in the Alola League was celebrated overseas, with an official date being recognized for it. However, that celebration ended up feeling bittersweet for fans because it was interpreted as “the day Ash’s journey might end.” The way we phrase things has a profound impact on how fans perceive these milestones. We need to carefully consider how we convey these messages to ensure they resonate positively. I also realize now that we’ve been too deferential to Mr. Yuyama’s vision at times, and that may have caused some disconnect with the fans. We’ve been too focused on respecting the creator’s intentions without fully considering the fans’ perspective.
For example, when Ash won the Alola League, Mr. Yuyama was initially against the idea of having Ash become a champion. The internal dynamics at the production level were such that many people hesitated to push back on his ideas. However, we are now more aware of the need to balance the creators’ vision with what the fans want, and we will take that into account moving forward.
Su:
This situation reminds me of how George Lucas handled Star Wars—he often frustrated fans by making decisions that didn’t align with their expectations, despite having creative control. It’s a similar case here. Pokémon has evolved beyond just the original creators’ vision; it belongs to the fans now too.
Ka:
Yes, I think we’ve learned from this experience. In the future, we need to maintain a better balance between respecting the creators and ensuring that the fans feel heard and valued. We’re grateful for the opportunity to add these extra episodes, and we’ll use this time to re-evaluate our approach.
Sounds like it was typical Japanese boomer seniority mentality.
With Yuyama not wanting Ash to win the League at all, and still whining even when it happened during Alola after he's finally told to fuck off, it seems like the "realization" happened with the Kalos League.
