The first episode of the Pokemon Scarlet and Violet anime Paldean Winds, appeared on the official YouTube channel. This four-episode animated web series is produced by WIT STUDIO, who also animated Pokemon: Hisuian Snow back in 2022. Paldean Winds was announced during the Pokemon Presents showcase that aired on August 8, 2023.
The Pokemon: Paldean Winds anime is set in the Paldea region from Pokemon Scarlet and Violet and tells the story of three students at Naranja Academy. Each one is striving to achieve their own unique dreams. The first episode of Paldean Winds focuses on Ohara, a skilled flutist, as she is preparing for an upcoming concert that is causing her a lot of stress. She and her other two classmates, Aliquis and Hohma, are tasked with making a video about their school. The three cannot seem to agree on anything and clash as they attempt to make the video, which leads to Ohara running away to Glaseado Mountain with her partner Pokemon Fuecoco.
The full 11-minute episode can be viewed on YouTube.
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are available on the Nintendo Switch. The first part of the DLC expansion, The Teal Mask, will release on September 13, 2023. The second part of the DLC expansion, The Indigo Disk, will release Winter 2023.
