In 'Celestial,' Ed Sheeran Fantasises Pokémon

It's common knowledge that Ed Sheeran, singer and songwriter, is a huge fan of the Pokémon franchise.

In addition to promoting the 2022 Pokémon World Championships in London

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He is also well-known for his appreciation of the cute water-type Squirtle

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And his work with The Pokémon Company last year on a "special performance" in Pokémon Go.

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The original Game Boy Color he bought to play Pokémon Yellow and Silver is still in his possession, and he claims to use it often.

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With the release of Celestial, however, Sheeran and Pokémon are deepening their link

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Not only do Pokémon appear in the music video for the song

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But it will also make an appearance in Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet.

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There is concern for Sheeran's well-being after he released the "Celestial" music video on Thursday

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After having teased it two weeks prior by hiding it under a pile of Pokémon plush toys.

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Sheeran suffers from Pokémon-related delusions throughout "Celestial," including: having a fry up with Charmander

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Who helps him make food for all his imaginary Pokémon pals; being nearly hit by a London cab but being spared death by a Snorlax

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And hitching a ride home from Charizard after being struck with songwriting inspiration.

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Sheeran then goes full anime from there, supposedly dying in an explosion brought on by a battle between Mew and Mewtwo.

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