Dragonite anime finally reveals a trailer

A new promotional video for the project was revealed on the official site for the upcoming Pokémon original anime , “ Dragonite and the Mailman ( Kairyuu to Yuubinya-san ).” The video features a snippet of the main theme song, titled “ Kami Hikouki ,” performed by Suis (Yorushika) and Evan Call , and lists the anime as scheduled to premiere on February 27th via Pokémon’s official YouTube channel.

The statement included a variety of comments from members of the production:

Commentary by Taku Kimura (Director)

On his involvement in the project: When my involvement was confirmed, I realized that I’m turning 30 this year ( late 2024 ), so I’m practically from the same generation as Pokémon, which is celebrating its 29th anniversary. When I heard that I’d be able to work on something so close to me since childhood, I was excited and surprised, but at the same time, I couldn’t quite believe it. Initially, the project was smaller in scale, but as we developed it, it grew to become a key part of Pokémon Day. At first I felt nervous and under pressure, but thanks to the team, who managed to capture it in an incredible animation, the excitement ended up overcoming any concerns.

Aspects focused on: I wanted to clearly depict two types of Pokémon this time around. First, those that work at the post office and have a harmonious relationship with humans. And second, wild Pokémon that live in their natural habitat, in packs and with full vitality. Portraying a large number of Pokémon in animation was a challenge, but we decided to tackle it without shying away from the difficulty.

Highlights: If I had to choose, I would say all the scenes (laughs), but the Dragonite flight sequence is definitely a must-see. Among them, there is a scene where Kyogre appears. From the beginning, we were given the freedom to include legendary Pokémon, so I proposed illustrations with Kyogre and others on the image boards. Finally, scriptwriter Nana incorporated them into the script, so I put a lot of effort into that part. Kyogre has the ability Drizzle, and thanks to the work of CoMix Wave Films, the rain animation turned out spectacular. It is a beautiful scene that is worth watching carefully.

Message to fans: Since this is the 29th anniversary, we did our best to include Pokémon from various series. The story also has a special setting: it begins in the Paldea region and goes back in time through the generations. Thanks to this, no matter which installment you encountered Pokémon with, you will be able to enjoy the story. There are also many Easter eggs, so I hope you will watch it multiple times.

Commentary by Kentarou Nana (Screenwriter)

On his involvement in the project: I was born in 1990 and was about six years old when Pokémon Red and Green came out. For me, Pokémon has always been like a childhood friend. So when I got the chance to work on this project, it felt like a dream come true: “Working with my childhood friend in my adult life is an incredible honor!”

Focus: I wanted this story to reflect the richness and joy of a world inhabited by Pokémon, conveying the feeling of “how beautiful it would be to live in a world with Pokémon.” Also, at CoMix Wave Films we are known for our way of depicting landscapes and environments, so I tried to play on that strength to highlight the beauty of the Pokémon world in the narrative.

Highlights: The Kyogre scene is one of the most visually striking, thanks to Kimura's image boards. We decided to include it at a very emotional moment in the story, and Kimura added some spectacular direction. I hope the audience will enjoy it a lot. We were also honored to have music by Evan Call, an internationally recognized composer. In a meeting with Kimura, we mentioned that we were looking for a cinematic sound, and the result was a perfect soundtrack. Also, Suis' vocal performance is impressive, elevating the work 10 or 100 times more with his music. I recommend paying special attention to the combination of animation and soundtrack.

Message to fans: As a Pokémon fan, I set out to create a work that reflects what I've always wanted to see in Pokémon. I hope fans enjoy it as much as I did. Even though it's a short film, the entire team made it with the intention of making it have the impact of a movie. There are scenes that are really better appreciated on the big screen, so if anyone wants to see it in theaters, feel free to send The Pokémon Company a message! (laughs)

Synopsis of Dragonite and the Mailman

The anime centers on Hana, a girl who admires a Dragonite who works as a postal worker. One day, Hana receives a letter addressed to no one, and sets out to find the sender with her trusty Firecracker, traveling around the city. She discovers that the sender is a boy named Rio, who apparently intended to send the letter to his father, who is working abroad in the Kanto region. But as the father's birthday is fast approaching, it seems that he won't be able to receive the letter in time.

Source: Comic Natalie