User blog:IdolMeowster/Aikatsu Friends - Speculation Post

Hello Aikatsu Fans!

As everyone SHOULD be aware, there will be a press conference to discuss the Aikatsu anime on August 17th, 2019.

It's been posted on all Aikatsu official social media and released to the public. So this isn't new information.

The signs thus far have indicated that Friends will likely be coming to an end earlier than Episode 100. The rushed story, unfinished JLR storylines, and the lack of fulfillment of Friends' main premise in regards to leaving Wakaba without a partner all indicate that plans have run short for this season.

The announcement is set to have the VAs for Ichigo, Akari, Yume, Aine, and Mio present. Never before have the press conferences had all main characters present unless it was for a fresh reveal of a new chapter in the Aikatsu franchise. When Stars was announced, Yume's VA and several of the idols were present. With Friends, the Best Friends unit was unveiled and the VAs present.

Some are indicating this is likely a collaboration or something akin to an "All-Stars" series.

What are your thoughts on the future of the franchise? What hopes do you have for the announcement?

Discuss below!