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The clock is ticking on Pokémon players’ only opportunity to obtain Ash-Greninja

The Pokémon anime doesn’t often mix with the main series games. But, a big event is about to end if fans don’t hurry. The Nintendo eShop on 3DS and Wii U will close on March 27. This means no more digital purchases. One item going away will hit Pokémon fans hard. It’s the Pokémon Sun and Moon demo. This demo lets players get a special Greninja. This Greninja turns into Ash-Greninja in the games after winning a battle.

Why Ash-Greninja Is Special

Only Greninjas with the Battle Bond skill can become Ash-Greninja. This happens in Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon. No other Pokémon can get this skill. The Sun and Moon demo is the only place to get a Greninja like this. It’s a rare chance to keep seeing Ash-Greninja in action.

Changes in New Games

Even though you can move this Greninja to Pokémon HOME and newer games like Scarlet and Violet, it’s different now. The Battle Bond skill doesn’t turn Greninja into Ash-Greninja anymore. Instead, it boosts the Pokémon’s Attack, Special Attack, and Speed in a fight, just once.

Act Fast

Ash-Greninja can only show its true power in the Alola region games now. You need to download the Sun and Moon demo before March 27 if you want it. After that, getting Ash-Greninja will be impossible.

Fans must move fast to keep this unique Pokémon. Once the eShop closes, it’s goodbye to Ash-Greninja for good.