AureliaShipping

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AureliaShipping (Japanese: サトリエ SatoRie) is the belief that Ash Ketchum and Lillie belong in a romantic relationship.

Anime evidence

Lillie's hints

• Alola to New Adventure!

When Lillie is scared by a Tauros, she hides behind Ash and grabs onto his shoulder.

• Lillie's Egg-xhilarating Challenge!

Ash is very impressed by Lillie's knowledge of Pokémon food, and compliments her, which causes her to break out into a deep blush.

• Alolan Open House!

When Ash introduces Lillie to his mother, Lillie's butler, Hobbes, states that Ash has been looking after her in a nice way, and Delia finds it sweet, but thinks that Ash is probably the one being looked after. And while Mallow, Lana, Sophocles, and Kiawe state that they will help Ash learn more about the Alola region, Lillie states that she wants to learn more as well, and that she and Ash should learn together. When comparing Ash and his mother, Lillie notes that they both have kind hearts.

• Lulled to La-La Land!

Lillie blushes and sparkles at Ash eating to counteract Morelull draining his energy. Lillie also helps Ash by handing him more food.

• The Ol' Raise and Switch!

Lillie is inspired by Ash to battle with Pikachu, and his inspiration also gives her the confidence needed to win the battle.

Ash's hints

• Lillie's Eg-xhilirating Challenge!

When Lillie is reading the book about eggs, Ash appears to be in awe.

• Getting to Know You!

While Mallow expresses concern about leaving Lillie on her own with Snowy, Ash believes that she'll be fine, showing that he has faith in her.

• A Glaring Rivalry!

After encountering Gladion in town, Ash follows Lillie back to her mansion. As she expresses concern about her brother, Ash expresses concern about towards her. After hearing Hobbes's story, Ash comforts Lillie by saying that Gladion is a great person.

• The Ol' Raise and Switch!

When Lillie shows that she's now able to touch Pikachu, Ash is very impressed and asks Lillie for a battle, allowing her to use Pikachu while he uses Snowy.

Other hints

• Alola!!

One of the lyrics is "the sun, the moon, Pokemon, that girl", with that "that girl" likely referring to Lillie, as she appears on screen when the lyric is sung. Ash is represented by the sun, while Lillie is represented by the moon.

• Aim to Be a Pokémon Master

For the lyric of "in that girl's skirt", the scene of Lillie hiding behind Ash from the Tauros is shown. For the lyric, "I'll get you, Pokemon!", the scene of Lillie hitting Ash in the head with a Poke Ball is shown.

Similarities

• Both have a deep love for Pokémon.
• Both have risked their lives to save the lives of their Pokémon; Ash with multiple of his Pokémon, and Lillie with Snowy.
• Both of them wear hats.

Names origin

• Aurelia is derived from the jellyfish species Aurelia aurita, in reference to Lillie's resemblance to Nihilego. It was selected by fans in a poll against several other options.

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