Pokémon
Ash Ketchum, his yellow pet Pikachu, and his human friends explore a world of powerful creatures.
Genre: Animation, Action, Adventure
Cast:Veronica Taylor , Rachael Lillis , Eric Stuart , Ikue Ôtani , Rica Matsumoto , Voula Kosta , Rodger Parsons , Shin'ichirô Miki , Megumi Hayashibara , Inuko Inuyama , Sarah Natochenny , Kayzie Rogers , Unshô Ishizuka , James Carter Cathcart , Yûji Ueda , Michele Knotz , Christopher Collet , Erica Schroeder
S1.E1 ∙ Pokemon! Kimi ni kimeta!
Ash starts his Pokémon journey off to a rough start when he receives his first Pokémon, the reluctant Pikachu.
S1.E2 ∙ Tai ketsu! Pokemon senta!
Ash and Pikachu make it to Viridian City. As Pikachu rests in the Pokemon Center, after being attacked by Spearow, the Center gets attacked by Pokemon thieves calling themselves, Team Rocket.
S1.E3 ∙ Pokemon getto da ze!
Ash catches his very first Pokemon, a Caterpie. However, Misty has a problem with bug Pokemon and rejects Caterpie's presence.
S1.E4 ∙ Samurai shonen no chouse nichi!
While still traveling through the Viridian Forest, Ash and Misty find a Pokemon trainer named Samurai, who has been challenging all of the trainers from Pallet Town.
S1.E6 ∙ Clefairy and the Moon Stone
With Brock as their new traveling companion, Ash, Misty, and Pikachu head for Mount Moon, where they discover a group of Clefairy and the legendary Moon Stone.
S1.E7 ∙ The Water Flowers of Cerulean City
The gang head for Cerulean City. But Misty mysteriously disapproves. When they arrive, they find out that the gym is run by Misty's sisters.
S1.E8 ∙ The Path to the Pokémon League
With two badges, Ash begins to get cocky. He challenges A.J., a trainer that no one has been able to beat, because of his Sandshrew.
S1.E9 ∙ The School of Hard Knocks
The gang come across a Pokemon school, where the kids learn how to become trainers and get into the Pokemon League without badges.
S1.E10 ∙ Bulbasaur and the Hidden Village
While lost in the woods on their way to Vermillion City, Ash and friends come across a little village where wounded Pokemon come to heal. The village is guarded by a courageous Bulbasaur.
S1.E11 ∙ Lost Pokemon Hitokage
Ash and friends find a lone Charmander that's waiting for it's trainer to return. At the Pokemon Center, they discover it's trainer actually abandoned it.
S1.E12 ∙ Zenigane Group's Appearance
The gang arrives in a town that's disturbed by a gang of Squirtles who have been abandoned by their trainers.
S1.E13 ∙ Masaki's Lighthouse
The gang find the lighthouse of the Pokemon researcher, Bill, who is trying to solves the mystery of the mysterious Dragonite.
S1.E14 ∙ Electric Showdown! Kuchiba Gym
The gang finally make it to Vermillion City!! But the gym leader, Lieutenant Surge, is big and brutal with his Raichu. Will Pikachu be able to defeat his evolved form?
S1.E15 ∙ Battle on the St. Annu!
With three badges down, Ash and the gang's next stop is the gym in Saffron City. But first, they decide to take a cruise on the Saint Anne, where trainers cruise for free. Unknown to the trainers, the cruise is a trap set by Team Rocket.
S1.E16 ∙ Pokemon Adrift
The Saint Anne has capsized and sunk with Ash, the gang, and Team Rocket trapped inside. Now, both sides must put aside their differences in order to escape.
S1.E17 ∙ Giant Pokemon's Island!?
The trainers, the Pokemon, and Team Rocket find themselves stranded on a mysterious island that is populated by giant Pokemon.
S1.E18 ∙ Aopuruko no kyujitsu (Holiday at Aopulco/Beauty and the Beach)
After accidentally wrecking the boat of a local restaurant owner, Ash and the gang help him pay off a few debts by entering a beach beauty contest.
S1.E19 ∙ Menokurage dokukurage
When a town is terrorized by a school of Tentacool and one giant Tentacruel, it's up to our heroes to bring balance between humans and Pokémon.
S1.E20 ∙ Ghostly Pokémon and the Summer Festival
The ghost of a beautiful maiden bewitches both Brock and James. Will our heroes and Team Rocket be able to save them from a Gastly fate?
S1.E21 ∙ Bye Bye Butterfree
It's the Butterfree Mating Season. Ash decides to let his Butterfree have a chance at love. Saying good bye may be harder than it seems for both of them.
S1.E22 ∙ Casey! Psychic Confrontation!
The gang make it to Saffron City and challenge the psychic gym leader, Sabrina. However, there is more than just a trainer badge at stake: the gangs' freedom.
S1.E23 ∙ Capture at the Pokémon Tower!
The gang find out that in order to defeat Sabrina's psychic Pokemon, they need a ghost Pokemon. They travel to Lavender Town.
S1.E24 ∙ Ghost vs Esper!
Haunter willingly travels back to Saffron City with Ash and the gang to help them against Sabrina and free her from her psychic prison.
S1.E25 ∙ Don't Get Angry, Okorizaru!
Ash finds out that he's falling behind his rival, Gary, once again. When a Mankey shows up at their camp, Ash tries to catch it and ends up making it angry.
S1.E26 ∙ Erika and Kusaihana (Pokémon Scent-sation!)
Ash challenges Erika, the Celadon City gym leader.
S1.E27 ∙ Sleeper and Pokémon Hypnotism!?
All the children are missing and the pokemon are all weak. Ash and friends need to find the mysterious sleep waves and where they are coming from in order to find the lost children.
S1.E28 ∙ Rokon! Breeder Confrontation!
The Rocket-Dan plans a scheme to steal many Pokémon by opening a grooming shop. Satoshi and his friends meet Yuki, a famous Pokémon breeder.
S1.E29 ∙ Hand-to-Hand Fighting Pokémon! Big Battle!
While moving on his journey, Ash feels a need to catch a new Pokémon. But while trying to catch Hitmonchan they meet a girl named Rebecca who asks for their help to get her father back. To help, Ash uses his Primeape against her father in a fighting Pokemon tournament. Will he win?
S1.E30 ∙ Do Coil See Dreams of Electric Mice!?
The group arrives in Gunjo City where everything is dark and gloomy. A Coil follows Pikachu everywhere ever since he caught a peculiar illness, but it is the Betobeta and Betobeton that are causing trouble in a local Power Plant.
S1.E31 ∙ Full of Digda!
Satoshi finds himself among a group of Pokémon Trainers hired to protect a construction site from the interfering ground Pokémon, Digda. The construction is shut down after it is revealed that the Digda and Dugtrio are trying to protect their home. Musashi's Arbo and Kojiro's Dogas evolve into Arbok and Matadogas respectively.
S1.E32 ∙ Sekichiku Ninja Confrontation!
Ash battles Koga, the Fuchsia City gym leader.
S1.E33 ∙ Fire Pokémon Big Race!
The gang enter the Safari Zone and find a Pokemon ranch, run by Lara, who's planning to enter a yearly Pokemon race, with her Ponyta. But when Lara gets injured, Ash decides to ride Ponyta instead.
S1.E34 ∙ Garura's Lullaby
While traveling through the Safari Zone, the gang help a married couple find their lost son, who is being raised by a family of Kangaskhan.
S1.E35 ∙ Miniryu no Densetsu (The Legend of Miniryu)
Satoshi wants to capture the rare Pocket Monster Miniryu, but the gun happy warden doesn't want him to have it.
S1.E36 ∙ Storm on Cycling Road
The gang are asked to deliver medicine to a sick Pokemon in Sunny Town. But they'll have to cross a bridge that is run by a tough bike gang.
S1.E37 ∙ Metamon and the Mimicry Girl
During a storm, Satoshi and his friends arrive at a mysterious Mansion. While there, Satoshi meets Imite, a girl who is an expert at impersonation, and she happens to own Metamon, a Pokémon that can transform into any Pokémon. However, Metamon cannot seem to figure out how to change its face, a fact that stopped Imite's variety show. As they all try to help Metamon perfect its transformation, the Rocket-Dan tries to steal the Metamon so it can transform into a Miniryu which they can give to the boss.
S1.E38 ∙ Dennô Senshi Porygon (Cyber Soldier Porygon/Electric Soldier Porygon)
In the process of investigating a virus in the Pokémon Transport system, Ash and company become unwitting beta testers for a Human Transport System.
S1.E39 ∙ Pikachu's Woods
The group come into a forest where it is quiet and peaceful. They notice a large group of Pikachu that Satoshi's Pikachu tries to make friends with. After saving a young Pikachu from drowning and rescuing the herd from the Rocket-Dan, Satoshi's Pikachu is welcomed among the other Pikachu as one of their own. Saddened by this sudden distance, Satoshi tries to leave Pikachu behind (to Kasumi and Takeshi's shock and dismay), thinking that in the long run, it is going to be better off with its own kind. As they attempt to leave the forest with Satohshi still standing his ground on leaving Pikachu.
S1.E40 ∙ The Four Ivui Brothers
The gang come across a tied up Eevee. When they try to return it to it's owner, they find out that the owner's older brothers are trying to make it evolve.
S1.E41 ∙ Wake up! Kabigon!
Ash and the gang come to a village where there is no food, because the river is dry and plants can't grow. They decide to investigate the problem and discover that the water is being blocked by a sleeping Snorlax.
S1.E42 ∙ Showdown! Pokémon Gym!
The gang arrive in a place called Dark City to find that two rival gyms have been terrorizing the place with their feud.
S1.E43 ∙ Nassy Squad Big March!
When at a carnival, Satoshi and his friends meet a magician who is really losing his touch and fails in his own magic show. In his effort to get better, he decides to hypnotize Satoshi and uses his Pokémon Tamatama to capture loads of Nassy. But the Nassy end up hypnotizing themselves and the Rocket-Dan and almost destroy the entire carnival. Luckily, they are saved by Hitokage, who evolves into a disobedient Lizardo.
S1.E44 ∙ Paras and Parasect
Having run out of medicine, Satohsi and his friends go to a local shop to get some Potions. However, they don't have much due to the owner's Paras being weak. Satoshi and his friends decide to help out the owner by training her Paras, hoping that it can evolve into Parasect.
S1.E45 ∙ Sing! Purin!
Entering Neon Town, a bustling Metropolis where everyone is tired and rude, Satoshi and his friends find a Purin who is too shy to sing its hypnotic song. Realizing they can kill two birds with one stone, Kasumi tries to teach the Purin to sing while the Rocket-Dan attempts to record the song so they can use it against Satoshi. Everyone falls asleep, including Satoshi and his friends and the Rocket-Dan, and a miffed Purin uses the marker hidden in her microphone to draw on everyone's sleeping faces.
S1.E46 ∙ Resurrection!? Fossil Pokémon!
Ash and friends get caught up in a Pokémon Fossil rush. During the rush, extinct Pokémon get discovered as still alive and a new Pokémon is discovered in the form of an egg.
S1.E47 ∙ Lucky's Clinical Records
After Pikachu gets an apple stuck in its throat, Satoshi and his friends rush it to a Pokemon Center. After being treated, they hear of a traffic accident (caused by Rocket Dan) that has left many Pokemon injured. Satoshi and the gang are recruited to help treat all the Pokemon that cant fit in the Pokemon Center.
S1.E48 ∙ Gardie and Kojiro
After finding a missing person sign featuring Kojiro, Satoshi and his friends decide to find Kojiro and inform him of his parents' death. However Kojiro's parents turn out to be alive, and their death was only a decoy to get him to return home to the rich Rumika, a girl Kojiro was arranged to marry from when he was a little child. Kojiro has left because Rumika is terrifying, so everyone tries to save Kojiro from this fate, including Kojiro' old pet Gardie, Gar-chan.
S1.E49 ∙ Kamonegi's Easy Mark
When Kasumi's Monster Balls are stolen by Kamonegi, Satoshi and the gang investigate to try to find the thief and get all the stolen things back.
S1.E50 ∙ Who Gets to Keep Togepy!?
The mysterious egg finally hatches to reveal an unknown Pokemon, named Togepi. Now the gang begins to fight over who gets to be it's trainer.
S2.E1 ∙ Masera Town! A New Journey
Prof. Oak sends the gang on an errand to the Orange Islands to retrieve a mysterious pokeball from Prof. Ivy. But the gang pass through the woods and find an army of Spearow, lead by Fearow, bullying the Pidgey and Pidgeotto.
S2.E2 ∙ Blimp Accident!?
While on their way to the Orange Islands, Team Rocket tricks the gang into riding a blimp that is rumored to be haunted.
S2.E3 ∙ Southern Land Pokémon and the GS Ball
The gang finally reach Prof. Ivy's lab and find the mysterious G.S. Ball. But Brock decides to stay behind and help Ivy with her research.
S2.E4 ∙ Save Laplace!
After waking up from Jigglypuff's song, Ash and Misty find themselves deeper in the Orange Islands. Finding an abused Lapras, they try to help it find its trust in humans again.
S2.E5 ∙ Orange League! Natsukan Gym!
With Lapras and Tracy as their new traveling companions, Ash, Misty, and Pikachu head for Mikan Island to challenge Sissy, the first of the four Orange League gym leaders.
S2.E6 ∙ Mystery of the Disappearing Pokémon!
Ash and his crew reach Mandarin city, where mysterious occurrences of Pokémon turning against their own trainers happen. Inevitably Pikachu turns against Ash and disappears in the commotion of a volt-rob's explosion. Will Ash find Pikachu and solve this mystery?
S2.E7 ∙ The Crystal Iwark
Ash finds a bottled letter floating in the sea that mentions a mysterious crystal Onix. In the hopes of seeing this one of a kind Pokémon, Ash helps a young girl and his brother find some inspiration by searching for the Onix.
S2.E8 ∙ Island of Pink Pokémon
After getting caught in a whirlpool, Ash and his crew get washed up at Pinkan island, where the Pokémon are pink due to the vegetation there. They help Officer Jenny in stopping Team Rocket from poaching the Pokémon from this Pokémon reserve.
S2.E9 ∙ Kabuto and the Fossil's Secret!
A pokémon fossil is tracked back to a deserted island where an archaeological team is about to investigate the secret of its origin, but a prophecy has it, that the island isn't to be disturbed.
S2.E10 ∙ Dance! Pokémon Showboat!
Ash and his friends visit the Pokémon Showboat, where the Pokémon can talk and perform plays.
S2.E11 ∙ Goodbye Koduck! Come Again Golduck?
Misty meets another trainer who also is an expert on water Pokémon. The new trainer notices signs that Misty's Psyduck may be ready to evolve. As the two prepare for a Pokémon battle, a Golduck springs from the water and battles for Misty.
S2.E12 ∙ Sailing Joy! Cross the Raging Waves!
While sailing between small islands, the group encounters an extremely busy Nurse Joy. She tells the group that she travels from island to island helping sick and injured Pokémon, and invites our heroes to travel with her.
S2.E13 ∙ Navel Gym! Snowy Mountain Battle!
Ash faces Danny, the second of the four Orange Island gym leaders. But Misty's sudden crush on Danny could mess with Ash's head.
S2.E14 ∙ Big Eater Kabigon! Big Panic!
While Ash and friends are still discovering new islands, they come upon the seven Grapefruit Islands. When it looks like thieves are stealing the grapefruit, Ash, Tracey and Misty volunteer to help catch them.
S2.E15 ∙ Phantom Ship and Phantom Pokémon!
Ash, Tracey, and Misty find more excitement than they bargain for when they reach their next destination. Divers have recovered an Orange League Championship trophy that dates back over three hundred years.
S2.E16 ∙ Nyarth-sama's Island!?
Team Rocket has engine trouble and lands on an island where the natives are waiting for the Great Meowth of Bounty to arrive and fulfill an ancient prophesy.
S2.E17 ∙ Strike Soldier's Pride
The gang visit Murcott Island, where they encounter an injured Scyther.
S2.E18 ∙ It's the Southern Island! All Members Assemble!
Ash and friends decide to take a break, but Charizard and Scyther can't seem to stop fighting.
S2.E19 ∙ Kanna of the Shitenno! Ice Battle!!
The gang runs into Lorelai, one of the Elite Four, and Ash challenges her to a match.
S2.E20 ∙ Nidoran's Love Story
Ash and friends meet young trainers named Emily and Ralph, who dislike each other even though their Nidoran are in love.
S2.E21 ∙ Coil-tachi of the Big Prairie!
The gang is traveling through a desert when they encounter Cowboy Ethan, who runs a Magnemite ranch.
S2.E22 ∙ Phantom of the Sewers!?
After Team Rocket tries once again to steal Pikachu, Ash and company fall into the Trovitopolis Sewer System, where a monster has been terrorizing the town.
S2.E23 ∙ Yuzu Gym! Type Battle 3 vs 3!!
Ash faces Rudy, the Orange League gym leader of Trovita Island. But Rudy has a thing for Misty. Will Misty be able to decide who to support during the match?
S2.E24 ∙ Pikachu vs Nyarth!?
Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu by tying him to Meowth. When a Pidgeot flies off with them, can Ash find Pikachu before Team Rocket does?
S2.E25 ∙ Lizardon! I Choose You!!
When Charizard gets frozen by an ice beam, Ash does his best to help him. Could Ash be gaining Charizard's trust with his compassion?
S2.E26 ∙ Firefighting Showdown! Zenigame vs Kameil
The gang meets Captain Aidan - a local firefighter - and his team of fire-fighting Wartortle, whom Ash and Squirtle join for training.
S2.E27 ∙ Crush 'em! Kabigon!!
In a fight with a kid, Ash accidentally breaks Snorlax's poke-ball. To repair the poke-ball, they reach a Pokémon center where they help them retrieve the long awaited Pokémon food from team Rocket.
S2.E28 ∙ Tag Battle! The Final Gym!!
Ash has his battle with the final Orange League gym leader, as a two-on-two battle. He chooses Charizard and Pikachu. Finally, Charizard is beginning to listen to Ash.
S2.E29 ∙ Koiking! The Secret of Evolution!!
Ash and friends encounter Quincy T. Quackenpoker, a Pokémon watcher who studies Magikarp.
S2.E30 ∙ Nyoromo and Kasumi
Ash, Tracey and Jessie accidentally breathe in vile-plume's stun spore. Misty makes a new friend in the lakes who helps her find the weed needed to cure Ash and Tracey.
S2.E31 ∙ Winner's Cup! Full Battle 6 vs 6!!
The gang make it to Pumello Island, and Ash is psyched for his battle with Drake, the leader of the Orange Crew, and his Dragonite.
S2.E32 ∙ Final Battle! Enter Kairyu!!
The champion battle concludes with Ash facing off against Dragonite.
S2.E33 ∙ Goodbye Laplace!
After winning the Orange League, Ash and friends start heading back toward Pallet Town when they encounter a group of Lapras, one of whom is Lapras's mother.
S2.E34 ∙ Big Explosion of Marumine!?
The gang arrives on Hamlin Island, which has a ferry that goes to Pallet Town. The residents have deserted the town, however, because it's been taken over by Electrode.
S2.E35 ∙ Return to Masara Town!
Ash and his friends finally arrive at Pallet Town, where they're surprised to see Brock waiting for them. Tracey is excited to meet Professor Oak, so they visit Professor Oak's lab.
S2.E36 ∙ Satoshi vs Shigeru!!
Ash and Gary battle one-on-one. After the battle, Professor Oak asks Ash to take the GS Ball to his friend Kurt, a Poké Ball expert.
S3.E1 ∙ Don't Touch That 'dile
Ash and his friends go to the Johto region when Team Rocket kidnaps a Totodile from Professor Elm's lab in New Bark Town.
S3.E2 ∙ The Double Trouble Header
Ash and the gang meet Casey, a baseball fanatic trainer, who received Professor Elm's Chikorita.
S3.E3 ∙ A Sappy Ending
In a forest that's being destroyed by rampaging Pinsir, Ash has to enlist the help of the local Heracross to protect their home! But it turns out these Pokémon look tougher than they act...
S3.E4 ∙ Roll On, Pokémon!
On their way to Violet City, our heroes arrive in a valley where Donphan are used to harvest precious stones. Needless to say, the Team Rocket villains aren't far behind them!
S3.E5 ∙ Illusion Confusion!
The gang finds themselves lost in the forest, again. They bump into Gary and a Hoothoot and learn the only way through the illusions of the forest is to be guided out by a Hoothoot.
S3.E6 ∙ Flower Power
On their first stop in a city since New Bark Town, our heroes decide to help an insecure Bellossom dance troupe regain their confidence and perform in an upcoming exhibition!
S3.E7 ∙ Spinarak Attack
Ash and friends reach a new town and hear of three mysterious robbers apparently mimicking the crimes of a legendary master thief. The town rests its hopes in the young Trainers to somehow stop this criminal duo and their Meowth accomplice.
S3.E8 ∙ Snubbull Snobbery
When our heroes return an unhappy Snubbull to its wealthy Trainer, it sparks off a series of events that will change the Pokémon's life forever!
S3.E9 ∙ The Little Big Horn
Brock helps a wounded baby Stantler that causes a lot of trouble in town.
S3.E11 ∙ Once in a Blue Moon
When a Quagsire steals the GS-ball, the gang tries to retrieve it.
S3.E12 ∙ Ledyba's Flute!
Under yet another Team Rocket ambush, a young Trainer and her Ledyba help our heroes see them off. But, amidst the chaos, her Ledyba get separated from the group-where could they be?
S3.E13 ∙ Happinas's Happy Nurse!
Our heroes make a rest stop in a Pokémon Center, which is run by a kind-hearted but misguided Blissey. Things only get worse when an old friend of Blissey's drops in unexpectedly...
S3.E14 ∙ Dai Pinch! Madatsubomi no tô
Finally reaching Violet City, Ash's search for the Gym is halted by a trip to the local Pokémon Academy. Ash does well playing teacher, until one pupil takes off with Pikachu!
S3.E15 ∙ Kikyo Gym! Sky Battle!!
Ash faces Falkner, the Violet City gym leader, and his first Johto League gym battle.
S3.E16 ∙ Crybaby Maril!
Back on the road after his first Johto Gym badge win, Ash and the gang find a cute Marill that won't stop crying! Nothing our heroes try will stop it, and a Team Rocket raid certainly won't help!
S3.E17 ∙ Tanks a Lot!
A wild Sentret befriends Misty's Togepi and while the gang take a rest, the two of them unintentionally enters Team Rocket's new, Arbok-shaped, tank and start causing havoc.
S3.E18 ∙ Lizardon Valley! Until We Meet Again!!
On their travels, Ash, Misty and Brock, meets a trainer that take them to the Charizific Valley, a place where wild Charizards battle each other to become stronger. Ash's Charizard realize that he isn't so unbeatable as he once though and want to stay and become stronger, but the wild Charizards refuse to take him in before he can prove his strength.
S3.E19 ∙ Big Panic! Kimawari Contest!!
Ash and the gang arrive in a town preparing for it's annual Sunflora festival, but one trainers sunflora doesn't seem as happy as the rest. In order to give it's trainer a wining chance in the festivals competition they have to find a way to cheer it up again.
S3.E20 ∙ Chicorita's Jealousy!?
Ash's Chikorita becomes jealous of Pikachu and runs off to become a gang-leader.
S3.E21 ∙ Hanecco's Jealousy! Battle in Big Prairie!!
The gang comes across a young woman studying Hoppips to predict the weather, but when a twister blows all the Hoppips away, it's up to the gang to help find them again.
S3.E22 ∙ Mysterious Superhero! Gligarman Enter!!
When stuck in one of Team Rocket's traps, Ash and the gang are rescued by a man impersonating a nearby town's local superhero, Gligarman.
S3.E23 ∙ Merriep and the Pasture Girl
Ash and the gang pass by a Mareep farm, where the daughter of the owner has trouble synchronizing with her Pokemon, stopping her from becoming the trainer she dreams of being.
S3.E24 ∙ Battle! Hassam vs Heracross!!
While visiting a training school, Ash meets a boy who claims he can predict the outcome of any match via his computer, and it's up to Ash to show him just how unpredictable a battle can be.
S3.E26 ∙ Hiwada Town! Yadon's Well!!
Ash and the gang enters a town stuck by a drought, hoping for the locally worshiped Slowpoke to cause rain, as it did several generations ago.
S3.E27 ∙ Kunugidama and the Bonguri Fruit!
Ash finally delivers the G.S. ball to Kurt, and while waiting for answers about the mysterious ball, the gang goes to pick apricorns for Kurt to make into special poké-balls.
S3.E28 ∙ Hiwada Gym! Forest Battlefield!!
Ash faces Bugsy, the Azalea Town gym leader.
S3.E29 ∙ Ubame Forest! Search for Kamonegi!!
Ash and the gang meet a boy who's having trouble getting his Farfetch'd to obey his orders, much to the annoyance of his father, a famous charcoal maker.
S3.E30 ∙ Tricks of the Trade
Ash and the gang try to help a boy trade his Wobbuffet at an annual trading event.
S3.E31 ∙ Burn, Zenigame Squad! Like a Fire!!
Ash's Squirtle reunites with its old squad for a firefighting competition.
S3.E32 ∙ No Big Woop!
The gang help take care of a preschool class of Wooper while the teacher visits her injured mom.
S3.E33 ∙ Tunnel Vision
On the way to Goldenrod City, our heroes are forced to head through a tunnel guarded by angry Onix. To make it more difficult, Team Rocket, Snubbull, and Jigglypuff drop in for a visit...
S3.E34 ∙ Hour of the Houndour
On their way to Goldenrod City, the gang cross paths with a pack of thieving Houndour.
S3.E35 ∙ Whose Is the Waninoko!? Satoshi vs Kasumi!
Ash and Misty's rivalry is reignited when they both try to capture a Totodile at the same time. Unable to see whose Poké Ball actually caught it, they decide a battle is the best way to decide Totodile's new Trainer.
S3.E36 ∙ Airmd vs Hinoarashi! Wings of Steel!!
Ash battles Miki, a Pokemon trainer who is virtually unbeatable due to her Pokemon, Skarmory.
S3.E37 ∙ Dance, Waninoko! The Steps of Love!!
Ash's Totodile falls in love with a traveling circus' Azumarill.
S3.E38 ∙ A Differently Colored Yorunozuku! Catch It!!
Ash attempts to catch a shiny Noctowl, but its hypnosis move makes it difficult.
S3.E39 ∙ Ringuma in Shock!
A surprise attack from a group of Ursaring has our heroes and Team Rocket running for cover. In the chaos, the groups are split up, and the unenthusiastic pairings are forced to work together. But for how long?
S3.E40 ∙ Kirinriki! The Village of Esper Pokémon!
Ash and the gang comes to a town where the people are known for training psychic Pokémon, and meet a girl named Cherry, who demonstrates the attack "Future Sight".
S3.E41 ∙ Pokémon Fortune-telling!? Enormous Melee!
Ash, Misty and Brock buys a fortune telling book that matches their personalities with that of Pokémons, but it turns out it is all a scam by Butch and Cassidy from Team Rocket.
S4.E1 ∙ Kogane Gym! Speed & Power!?
Our heroes have finally reached the next stop on the road to Johto: Goldenrod City. Looking to challenge the city's Gym Leader, Ash finds out the gym is closed for the day. Knowing they must wait until tomorrow, the gang decides to shop around and enjoy the city when they run into a local trainer, Whitney. After a close-encounter with Team Rocket, our heroes realize Whitney is actually the Goldenrod City Gym Leader.
S4.E2 ∙ Miltank! Revenge Battle!!
Whitney takes our heroes to her uncle's Miltank farm in the outskirts of Goldenrod City. Here they sample the finest in Miltank dairy products and learn how to groom and care for these Pokémon. Ash realizes this is a great opportunity to study Miltank first-hand and hopes it will help him against Whitney's Miltank in their next battle. After learning about Miltank and coming out victorious in a battle against Team Rocket, Ash realizes the answer to overcoming Whitney's strongest Pokémon is good old-fashioned team-work.
S4.E3 ∙ Battle at the Radio Tower! Surpass Spacetime!!
Following his victory against Whitney, Ash and the others sit down to have breakfast at the Goldenrod City Pokémon Center. Suddenly a man, who introduces himself as the producer of Pokétalk Radio, invites Ash to an interview at their radio show, saying all trainers who defeat Whitney must come for an interview.
S4.E4 ∙ Bug Catching Tournament! Capture a Pokémon at the Natural Park!!
Ash meets Casey again and both of them compete in the Bug Catching Contest at the National Park. But Team Rocket sneaks in.
S4.E5 ∙ Where Is Usokkie!?
In return for passage across a river after a storm has washed out the bridge, Ash and his pals must find the Pokemon called Sudowoodo.
S4.E6 ∙ Ancient Pokémon Park! Ruins of Alph!!
Ash, Misty and Brock have reached the famous Ruins of Alph. Summoned there by a note from Professor Oak they join him and an old student of his, Foster in a facility for studying Pokémon fossils. Foster has made an amazing discovery, live prehistoric Water-type Pokémon thought to be extinct for thousands of years! Does their appearance have anything to do with the interrupted water flow from a nearby reservoir?
S4.E7 ∙ The Carrier Poppo of the Poppo Store!
Just outside of Ecruteak City, our heroes see a flying Pidgey being attacked by a huge Fearow and decide to intervene. With Brock carrying the wounded Pidgey, the gang enters Ecruteak City in hopes of finding its trainer.
S4.E8 ∙ Zubat's Mansion! A Dangerous Labyrinth!!
Ash, brock and misty finds a castle where ana, a doctor treats people using pokemon. As the story unfolds, Team Rocket intervenes. They get trapped into an underground maze and brock and ana's zubat works as a team to find the way out. Brock's zubat evolves to a golbat.
S4.E9 ∙ Kapoerer vs. Fushigidane! Hand to Hand Showdown!!
On their way to the next Gym, Ash uses Bulbasaur to stop a rampaging Tauros. A old man is impressed with his work, and asks Ash to come with him to his Dojo. When they arrive at the Dojo, he tells his granddaughter that Ash will become the Shihan (master) of the Dojo. His granddaughter challenges her grandfather's decision.
S4.E10 ∙ The Three of the Jungle! Battle in the Hot Springs!!
Enjoying a day away from batting Ash's Pokemon lose a beach ball and get lost along with Team Rocket's Meowth and must work together to find their way out of a tunnel system blocked by a rather large Pokemon.
S4.E11 ∙ Azumao! Fishing Battle!!
Misty is reeled into a rivalry at a local Seaking fishing competition. Can she come out on top?
S4.E12 ∙ Goodbye Rokon! Pokémon Beauty Contest!!
A Pokémon breeding contest gives our heroes a chance to compete, greet an old friend, and defeat Team Rocket once again!
S4.E13 ∙ Tsubotsubo vs Madatsubomi
When Ash comes down with a serious stomachache far from any hospital, a local healer and his Shuckle companions are on task to set him right!
S4.E14 ∙ Blacky! Battle During a Dark Night!!
A run-in with his longtime rival Gary leaves Ash in a bad mood. But when Team Rocket's latest weapon starts terrorizing the local Pokémon Center, Ash might have to turn to him for help!
S4.E15 ∙ Redian! Pass Through the Valley of the Wind!!
After our heroes meet a mountain patrol and their Ledian partners, they'll have to help protect the mountain from a destructive Team Rocket attack!
S4.E16 ∙ Village of Sonans!?
The peace and quiet of a Wobbuffet festival is interrupted by some hooligans picking a fight. Pokémon battles are banned during the festival, so how can our heroes defend the town?
S4.E17 ∙ Aim to Be a Metamon Master! Imite
Ash and the gang are happy to see Duplica again...but not as happy as the Team Rocket trio, when they discover her newest Ditto's tiny transformations!
S4.E18 ∙ Nyarth, Bull and Granbull!?
A Snubbull falls into a Team Rocket trap, and the villains try to ransom it back to its wealthy Trainer. But when the Pokémon fights back, Jessie, James, and Meowth might be the ones in trouble!
S4.E19 ∙ Ariados! Battle of Ninja Arts!!
On their way to Ecruteak City, our heroes must help a familiar Trainer and her Ariados defend a martial arts center from a rampaging Team Rocket!
S4.E20 ∙ Flap, Yanyanma! Fly to Tomorrow's Sky!!
When a young Trainer's Yanma accidentally destroys his father's precious glasswork, it inspires a Team Rocket scheme that will shatter the peace and quiet of the town!
S4.E21 ∙ Popocco! Grass Pokémon Battle!!
Hearing of a nearby Grass-type Pokémon tournament, Ash decides to enter...and a rivalry soon begins to bloom amid the heat of battle!
S4.E22 ∙ Pikachu and Pichu!
Pikachu's in trouble when an orchard owner mistakes it for one of the hungry Pichu that have ransacked her harvests. Ash wants to help, but will the fruits of his labor satisfy both the orchard owner and the Pokémon?
S4.E23 ∙ Hellgar and Togepy!
When Togepi gets lost in the woods, a Houndoom finds it and decides to take care of it until Misty finds it.
S4.E24 ∙ The Burned Tower! Matsuba Appears!!
Ash and co finally reach Ecruteak City and learn the ancient secret of a burned tower they find themselves trapped in after mistaking it for the local gym.
S4.E25 ∙ Enju Gym! Ghost Battle!!
Ash Battles another Gym consisting of Ghost Pokemon for Fog Badge in Ecruteak City.
S4.E26 ∙ The Five Sisters of Eievui! Battle at the Tea Convention!!
When our heroes meet five beautiful sisters in a cultural garden, they are soon challenged to a series of testing battles involving Eevee and some of its evolved forms!
S4.E27 ∙ Yamikarasu! The Stolen Badges!!
A mischievous flock of Murkrow cause trouble for Ash and Team Rocket by stealing some of their most prized possessions! Now, the race is on to get them back!
S4.E28 ∙ Teppouo's Sky!
In a harsh desert landscape, a strange light appears, and a city of ruins rises up before our heroes. But how did the city come to be this way? Could it have something to do with the beautiful light show?
S4.E29 ∙ Himeguma's Secret!
There's a food thief amongst our heroes...could it have anything to do with the cute and cuddly Teddiursa who has joined them on their journey?
S4.E30 ∙ The Mystery of the Frozen Himanuts!!
The gang reunite with Todd, the Pokemon photographer, as he's on a quest to get a picture of the legendary bird, Articuno.
S4.E31 ∙ Dig Here Urimoo! Search for the Hot Spring!!
While continuing their search for Articuno, the gang come across a father and daughter who dig up hot springs for resorts, with the help of their Swinub.
S4.E32 ∙ Freezer vs Purin! In the Middle of a Snowstorm!!
The gang make it to Snow Top Mountain. Now is Todd's chance to find and snap a picture of Articuno.
S4.E33 ∙ Windie and the Fire Stone!
Ash and the gang are rescued by a courier service of Arcanine and Growlithe, and in turn must rescue them and their cargo of Fire Stones from the burning ambition of Team Rocket!
S4.E34 ∙ There Aren't Any Nokocchi Here!?
Our heroes find themselves in a village that adores Dunsparce and try to help one unlucky Trainer find one of his own!
S4.E35 ∙ Sonans! Is That So?
The race is on to find Team Rocket's Wobbuffet when it runs off with the key to an indestructible cage...a cage that holds Ash's Pikachu!
S4.E36 ∙ Takeshi Collapses! A Dangerous Camp!!
Ash and Misty never truly realized what a help their friend was to them until a serious cold leaves Brock bedridden and all the daily chores are left for them to do.
S4.E37 ∙ Ordile vs Kamex! Sumo Battle!!
Ash finds out about a local Pokémon Sumo competition and decides he wants to enter. He has just the Pokémon for the job: the mighty Snorlax!
S4.E38 ∙ You Can Speak with Pokémon!? The Words and Feelings of Pokémon!
A supposed Pokémon translator helps an exhausted Pikachu out on the road, but our heroes soon discover he is wanted by the police for fraud. Whose story do they believe?
S4.E39 ∙ Golbat vs the Masked Queen Musashi! The Battle in the Ruins!!
Hearing of ancient relics that allow the wearer to control any Pokémon, Jessie, James, and Meowth are preparing to crash an excavation to dig up the treasure of a lifetime!
S4.E40 ∙ The Miracle of Doble!! Shining in the Morning Sun!
An aging artist and his Smeargle assistants get in some hot water when they attempt to turn a town into their next great masterpiece!
S4.E41 ∙ Nidorino and Nidorina! Takeshi's Rose Colored Days!?
Brock finally meets his match when another Trainer develops a mad crush on him...but with the tables turned, he's not entirely sure how to behave around her!
S4.E42 ∙ Goodbye Chicorita!? The Electric Labyrinth!
After becoming accidentally locked inside an electrical generator, Ash and Chikorita will have to avoid the aggressive security Pokémon and Team Rocket to make it out safely!
S4.E43 ∙ Where Did Bayleaf Go!? Capture at the Herb Garden!
Bayleef is still getting used to its newly evolved form, and when Ash becomes impatient, it gets upset and runs away. Can our hero find his friend again and make amends?
S4.E44 ∙ Naty Fortune Teller! The Mystery of Telling the Future!!
A young Natu fortune-teller learning his craft is lacking confidence in front of an audience. Can Ash help encourage the young artist's talent?
S4.E45 ∙ The Big Pokémon Balloon Race! Exceed the Storm!!
Our heroes take part in a high-speed race in a hot air balloon, but the stakes are raised when Team Rocket enters as well, causing chaos in the clouds!
S4.E46 ∙ Muchul Is Daydreaming!! Do Superstars Like Pokémon?
When a hooded man leaves a Smoochum with our heroes, it unravels a tale that will take them all the way to the bright lights of the silver screen!
S4.E47 ∙ Follow the Surfing Saidon!? The Battle at the Lake!
Ash and his friends are approached by a civil engineer with a problem: she has a team of Ground-type Pokémon working to build a tunnel, but they're terrified of the water that keeps leaking in! Can our heroes help?
S4.E48 ∙ Where's Kakureon!? Huge Chaos Created by the Invisible Pokémon!
Aboard a luxury blimp, Team Rocket are trying to pinch a few valuables from wealthy travelers-but some courageous Kecleon are on hand to get the better of them!
S4.E49 ∙ The Nurse Joy Who Hates Water Pokémon!? Kasumi's Anger!
Misty finally meets one of her idols, a Nurse Joy who specializes in Water types! But the reality doesn't live up to the dream when Nurse Joy reveals that she doesn't share Misty's love for aquatic Pokémon after all...
S4.E50 ∙ Mother Miltank! The Desert's Secret!
Ash and his friends have one last obstacle before Olivine City: a scorching desert! And when Cyndaquil goes missing, they have more than the heat to deal with!
S5.E1 ∙ A Chain of Whirlpool Islands! A Renewed Challenge!!
In a scuffle with Team Rocket, Ash and friends are thrown from the ship bearing them to the Whirl Islands! Can they escape the powerful whirlpools that threaten to drag them down?
S5.E2 ∙ Poppo and the Enormous Poppo! Towards the as Yet Unseen Sky!!
Ash and the gang go to Pudgy Pidgey Island where they meet a special Pidgey named Orville who's dreams are bigger than the moon.
S5.E3 ∙ Set Out to the Sea! Line of Chonchie!!
Our heroes pass a small mountain village just in time for the annual Chinchou migration. The village always sends Trainers to protect the Chinchou on their journey-but will they be enough to stop Team Rocket?
S5.E4 ∙ Sunnygo the Amigo! Showdown on Yellow Rock Isle!!
When a family's home is threatened by the Corsola who live nearby, it's Ash and friends to the rescue...and maybe Misty can finally catch that Corsola she's been after!
S5.E5 ∙ Mantain and the Sunken Ship!! The Secret of the Mysterious Pokémon!
After our heroes miss a ferry, they meet a diver who offers to take them to the next island...but they're soon distracted by tales of treasure aboard a sunken ship!
S5.E6 ∙ Okutank and Teppouo! Whirlpool Cup Preliminaries!!
When they're not competing in the Whirl Cup, Ash and Misty try to help a young Trainer whose Octillery has been rejected by its Remoraid friends after evolving.
S5.E7 ∙ Whirlpool Cup! A Big Battle in the Water Colosseum!!
After winning their preliminary rounds, Ash and Misty face formidable opponents in the Whirl Cup. Meanwhile, the Team Rocket trio have their eyes on stealing the tournament's prize!
S5.E8 ∙ Satoshi vs. Kasumi! The Final Battle in the Whirlpool Cup!!
It's the second round of the Whirl Cup, and Ash and Misty have been paired up against each other! Who will come out on top? And will Team Rocket's plan to distract the police be successful?
S5.E9 ∙ Protect the Digda Village! The Big Pitfall Strategy!?
Our heroes are asked to help protect a village from marauders who threaten to make off with the Diglett who live there-and thanks to a delicious dinner, Team Rocket offers to help, too!
S5.E10 ∙ The Legend of Silver Wings! Battle at Silver Rock Island!!
Our heroes meet a jewelry maker who tells them the legend of the fourth Whirl Island...and who soon finds himself embroiled in a Team Rocket plot!
S5.E11 ∙ Mysterious Pokémon X!!
While two sets of Team Rocket villains set out to capture the Legendary Pokémon Lugia, Ash runs into his old friend Richie and his partner, a Pikachu named Sparky!
S5.E12 ∙ Captive Lugia
The little Lugia named Silver has fallen into the hands of Butch and Cassidy of Team Rocket, and with Richie's help, Ash must win the adult Lugia's trust before it gets caught in the same trap!
S5.E13 ∙ The Promise with Lugia!
While trying to rescue the two Lugia from Team Rocket, Ash and friends have been taken prisoner! Now, they must figure out a way to escape...and to free the captured Pokémon as well!
S5.E14 ∙ Fly Flight Hoho! Head for Asagi!!
Ash and friends are on a plane back to Olivine City when they get caught in a terrible storm that also sweeps up Team Rocket's balloon! They'll have to work together to land safely...but can they manage it?
S5.E15 ∙ Asagi Gym! Vs Haganeil!!
After several interruptions, including yet another Team Rocket scheme, Ash's battle against Jasmine at the Olivine Gym is finally getting under way!
S5.E16 ∙ Farewell Fushigidane! Adventure at Professor Oak's
Professor Oak asks Ash to send him Bulbasaur for a few days. There's some problems between water and grass type Pokemon. Professor Oak hopes that Bulbasaur can get them to co-exist peacefully.
S5.E17 ∙ Eifie and Sakura! Enju City Once Again!!
In Ecruteak City, our heroes meet up with their friend Sakura and her newly evolved Espeon. Sakura and her sisters are preparing for a dance competition, but Team Rocket is lurking in the wings, hoping to steal their Pokémon...
S5.E18 ∙ Suikun and Minaki! The Legend of Houou!!
When our heroes investigate a sudden pealing of bells, they discover that the Crystal Bells, which are said to ring only when the Legendary Pokémon Ho-Oh returns, are missing! The researcher Eusine seems to know something...
S5.E19 ∙ Run Quickly Along the Pokémon Ride!!
When Ash runs into his old rival Gary preparing to enter his Arcanine in a race, he decides to compete as well! But first, he'll have to chase Team Rocket away from the Pokémon Day Care.
S5.E20 ∙ Famous Detective Junsar! The Mystery of the Egg that Disappeared!!
When the Pokémon Egg given to Ash goes missing, our heroes call on the help of a hapless Officer Jenny. It isn't long before they realize that if they want the Egg back, they'll have to find it themselves!
S5.E21 ∙ Egg, Hatch
The moment has finally come: a Phanpy has hatched from Ash's Pokémon Egg! The little Pokémon is full of energy and soon charging off...with our heroes and Team Rocket in tow!
S5.E22 ∙ Team Rocket and Delibird!
Jessie, James, and Meowth take time to lick their wounds and dream of stealing Pikachu for the glory of Team Rocket. After a chance meeting with a Team Rocket scout, it seems these dreams are blasting off before their eyes!
S5.E23 ∙ The Kyukon in the Fog!
When thick fog interrupts our heroes' journey, a girl and her Ninetales invite them to rest at a nearby mansion...where Brock and their host fall into a romance that could turn out to be ghostly!
S5.E24 ∙ Balkie and the Karate King Nobuhiko!
Near Mt. Mortar, our heroes run into a Trainer who is trying to curb a Tyrogue's wild ways. But when Team Rocket gets involved, will they be able to save the troublesome Tyrogue from the villains' clutches?
S5.E25 ∙ Natio's Big Prediction!
Our heroes meet a young girl watching over a group of Xatu, whose psychic powers let them predict the future of a local village. When the villagers begin doubting their warnings, can the Xatu prove the truth of their visions?
S5.E26 ∙ Wataru and the Red Gyarados!
Reaching the Lake of Rage, Pikachu and Togepi begin to feel sick, and our heroes are attacked by an enraged red Gyarados. When Team Rocket appears on the scene, things look a lot more dangerous for Ash and friends...
S5.E27 ∙ Red Gyarados's Anger!
Things look bad for our heroes, who have been captured by Team Rocket at the Lake of Rage. With the fate of the world's Pokémon at stake, can Ash rise to the occasion and save the day?
S5.E28 ∙ Inomoo and Yanagi of the Winter!
Finally reaching Mahogany Town, Ash is warming up for his next Gym battle. But after getting the cold shoulder from Gym Leader Pryce, can our hero convince his frosty opponent to give him a chance?
S5.E29 ∙ Choji Gym! Ice Battle!
Pryce and Ash are about to clash in a cold contest in the Mahogany Town Gym. Will Ash be able to show what he and his Pokémon are made of and earn his seventh Johto region Gym badge?
S5.E30 ∙ Kireihana and Rafflesia! Peace in Meadow!
Our heroes encounter battling groups of Bellossom and Vileplume, who have only recently evolved. As each group fights with increasing number and intensity, can our heroes put an end to the quarrelling?
S5.E31 ∙ Magcargot! Getting the Hot Heart!!
The heat is rising in our heroes' journey when Misty and her Water-type Pokémon go head to head with a willful Fire-type Trainer!
S5.E32 ∙ A Huge Transformation with Pokémon Magic!?
Ash and the gang bump into a Pokémon magician, and soon they're on the hunt to find components for her greatest spell yet!
S5.E33 ∙ Thunder and the Crystal! Secret of the Lake!
After yet another close encounter with Team Rocket, Pikachu is left exhausted and weak. Thankfully, a passerby takes our heroes to a nearby lake that helps recharge Electric types...but also hides a great secret!
S5.E34 ∙ Pupurin Twins vs Purin! Singing Pokémon Concert!
Our heroes take time out to enjoy the entertainment of a young Trainer and her Igglybuff variety act. But it's not long before Team Rocket arrives and tries to steal the show!
S5.E35 ∙ Yadon's Comprehension! Satoshi's Comprehension!
A chance trip to a Slowpoke temple gives our heroes an opportunity to seek enlightenment...and gives Team Rocket the chance to lighten some pockets!
S5.E36 ∙ Fake Okido! Pokémon Senryu Confrontation!!
A lavish celebrity event inspires Jessie and James to pretend to be the VIPs and fill their rumbling tummies. But it's not long before their disguises are put to the test by the real guest of honor: Professor Oak!
S5.E37 ∙ Pî to Pippi to nagareboshi!
When our heroes spot an object falling from the night sky, they rush to investigate. Soon, they find themselves joining forces with a Pokémon mystery club to uncover the secrets shared by the fallen Cleffa and the stars above!
S5.E38 ∙ Nyorozo's Evolution!
Ash and Misty get into an argument over who can take on a powerful Trainer and his Poliwrath. When he accepts both challenges, the tough battles that follow give Misty some ideas for her own Poliwhirl!
S5.E39 ∙ Battle Park! Vs Kamex - Lizardon - Fushigibana!
Hearing of a nearby amusement park for battling, Ash is eager to test his skills. But the Team Rocket trio have recently joined the park, and they have a few ideas in store to test this Trainer's mettle!
S5.E40 ∙ Nyorotono's Cheerleading!
It's a case of mistaken identity for Misty's Politoed when it gets roped into replacing the leader of a Pokémon Cheer team...but where has the other Politoed gone?
S5.E41 ∙ The Ice Cave!
Satoshi and company take the Ice Path on Route 44, so the Rocket-Dan get them wet with cold water. They hope it will make the twerps too sick to battle. They then heat the cave to weaken the Ice Pokémon in order to take them without a fight.
S5.E42 ∙ Ibuki and Miniryu!
On the outskirts of Blackthorn City, Ash meets Gym Leader Clair, who is busy training her Dratini for a ceremony. But Team Rocket has other plans for the Dragon-type Pokémon, and Ash and Clair must work together to stop them!
S5.E43 ∙ Fusube Gym's Dragon's Fang!
Facing off against Blackthorn Gym Leader Clair, Ash is finding it difficult to overcome the power of her Dragon-type Pokémon. Things are harder still when Team Rocket shows up to steal Blackthorn City's prized Dragon Fang relic!
S5.E44 ∙ Kairyu! Activate Imperial Rage!
Team Rocket has taken the Blackthorn City Dragon Fang and holed up deep within the Dragon's Den. Things look bad for the ancient relic, but help comes in the form of an old friend!
S5.E45 ∙ Fusube Gym! The Final Badge!!
Ash and Clair finally face off in a Gym battle that will push Ash's skills as a Trainer to the limit! Can he win his final Johto Gym badge?
S5.E46 ∙ Sohnano!? Gym Badges and Sonans!!)
A Team Rocket trick takes all of Ash's hard-earned Johto Gym badges from him, but it's not long before the troublesome trio get a taste of their own medicine. What tricksy Pokémon could have beaten them at their own game?
S5.E47 ∙ Ryugu Gym! Battle in the Water!
Discovering a nearby Pokémon synchronized swim team, Misty goes to check it out, and soon finds herself heading below the surface to take on the team's Trainer in an exciting underwater battle!
S5.E48 ∙ Laplace's Song!
Ash and company encounter a researcher using his Pokemon to study Lapras songs. The Lapras herd holds a surprise for Ash as he encounters the Lapras befriended in the Orange Islands
S5.E49 ∙ Protecting the Egg! The Life Born in a Storm!
Professor Elm's Pokémon Egg hatches into a Larvitar! The Pokémon is unresponsive even after being checked over at the Pokémon Center, and Ash tries to cheer it up, but soon Team Rocket arrives to ruin all his hard work.
S5.E50 ∙ Entei and Friends of the Hot Spring!
On their way to Mt. Silver, our heroes relax at a hot spring and meet a young Trainer who's tracking the Legendary Pokémon Entei. Trouble arises when Team Rocket follows them with a plan to steal Pikachu and Larvitar!
S6.E1 ∙ A New Land! A New Adventure!!
Ash and Pikachu make it to the Hoenn Region. They instantly try to find a Pokemon Center to help Pikachu recover from its damage. Team Rocket sees this as an opportunity to finally snatch it.
S6.E2 ∙ A Ruin with a View
Ash, Pikachu, and new companion, May, a rookie trainer, arrive at a ruined temple near Oldale Town. They meet Professor Alden, who has been researching the temple. But, the mysterious Team Magma plans to use the knowledge of the temple for their own needs.
S6.E3 ∙ There's No Place Like Hoenn
Ash and May make it to Petalberg City, where Ash plans to battle the gym leader, Norman, May's father.
S6.E4 ∙ You Never Can Taillow
Ash, May, and Max travel through a forest and encounter a flock of aggressive Taillow. One especially aggressive Taillow attacks Pikachu. An old friend arrives and helps them out.
S6.E5 ∙ In the Knicker of Time!
Once again traveling with Brock, the gang meet Nikolai the Knickerbocker, who is preparing to challenge Norman, May and Max's father. But first he must capture a Zigzagoon.
S6.E6 ∙ A Poached Ego!
Our heroes are on the trail of a Pokémon poacher, and Team Rocket is close behind!
S6.E8 ∙ A Tail with a Twist
Treecko may have joined Ash's team, but it's still standoffish to his other Pokémon. When our heroes meet up with a wild Seviper in the woods, Ash sees this as a chance to let Treecko show what it can do! But Seviper is too powerful, and Treecko takes several hits...mostly to its ego. Ash takes it to the nearest Pokémon Center for treatment, and afterward, it runs away to train for future battles by itself. Meanwhile, Jessie has caught Seviper for Team Rocket, and when the villains attack in yet another attempt to steal Pikachu, Treecko's new battle skills save the day!
S6.E9 ∙ Taming of the Shroomish
When Ash and friends stop in Rinshin Town for food and supplies, May drags Brock off to see a haunted mansion. Meanwhile, Max spots a Shroomish in an alleyway, which is odd because Shroomish normally live in forests. It turns out that the town used to be a forest where many Shroomish made their homes, and they've since been edged out by urban development. But they've been gathering in the mansion, which explains the odd things people have been seeing there. The mansion is now scheduled to be demolished, leaving the Shroomish homeless once more. But after these helpful Pokémon stop a Team Rocket attack with a combined Stun Spore, the mansion's owner decides to tear down the building as planned, and then convert the entire property into a new forest home for the Shroomish!
S6.E10 ∙ The Greatest Pelipper in History!
When Ash discovers a sign announcing "The World's Most Powerful Pokémon," he is unable to resist challenging its Trainer, Anthony, to a battle. The Pokémon in question turns out to be a Pelipper, who wins easily by using attacks it shouldn't be able to use. After Ash and the others leave, Team Rocket challenges Anthony and discovers his secret: he's hiding Poké Balls inside Pelipper's enormous bill! With Team Rocket pulling the strings, Anthony continues to take on all challengers, but this time the villains get to keep every Pokémon they defeat! After landing quite a haul, Team Rocket challenges Ash--but they've loaded up poor Pelipper's bill with so many Poké Balls that they overflow. Team Rocket is defeated, the stolen Pokémon are returned, and Anthony decides that he'd rather make Pelipper the world's most powerful Pokémon through honest training!
S6.E11 ∙ A Bite to Remember
After meeting a group of Mightyena, Max befriends a Poochyena who hasn't evolved yet and decides to train it himself!
S6.E12 ∙ The Lotad Lowdown
Ash and friends are relaxing in a lake when they come across a group of Lotad. The Lotad help a group of three sisters grow flowers and berries for their shop. The runt of the Lotad litter is having trouble, though, and Brock gives it some advice and encouragement. Natalie, the youngest sister, develops a crush on Brock and runs off to find a Sitrus Berry to give him. Brock and company arrive just in time to save her from a wild Beedrill. But just then, Team Rocket sets out to catch all of the Lotad in the lake. Pikachu joins forces with the lake dwellers to stop Team Rocket, and afterward, the littlest Lotad decides to join Brock as his Pokémon!
S6.E13 ∙ All Things Bright and Beautifly!
Ash and friends come across their first Pokémon Contest! These competitions, hosted all over the Hoenn region, focus on the beauty of Pokémon attacks--style and technique count just as much as power! May and Max assist Janet, a Pokémon Coordinator with a beautiful Beautifly. Meanwhile, Janet's friend Chaz helps Ash teach Pikachu to use Iron Tail, a Steel-type attack that may come in handy for his upcoming battle at the Rustboro Gym, which specializes in Rock-type Pokémon. Jessie, in disguise, enters Seviper in the Pokémon Contest. But it's a complete disaster, because Seviper doesn't know any showy attacks. Janet and Beautifly win the contest, but Team Rocket cuts in and tries to steal the finalists' Pokémon. Ash, May, Janet, and Chaz fight them off. May is amazed by the beauty of Pokémon, and it seems like she has found her calling.
S6.E14 ∙ Double Battle & Double Kemusso!?
May is newly determined to win the next Pokémon Contest. She sets out to catch a Wurmple in hopes it will evolve into a Beautifly like Janet's, while her friends sit down to lunch. She crosses paths with Team Rocket and a swarm of angry Beedrill, but a ranger named Franklin and his Heracross rescue her. Back at the campsite, an identical boy, also named Franklin, challenges Ash to a Hoenn-style Double Battle, in which each Trainer sends out two Pokémon at the same time. Pikachu finally learns Iron Tail, although not perfectly. May, with the first Franklin's help, catches Wurmple and hurries back to the campsite. It turns out that the two Franklins are twins named Forrest and Forrester Franklin. Forrest is inspired by May's independence, and decides to go on his own journey. It's good news all 'round--even for Team Rocket, as Jessie manages to catch a Wurmple of her own!
S6.E15 ∙ Try to Study! Pokémon Trainer's School!
Ash and friends finally reach Rustboro City, and Ash puts his Gym battle plans on hold as our heroes tour the Pokémon Trainer's School. Max takes to the school like a natural, but one boy at the school, Tommy, starts a rivalry with him. The boys get to have a practice battle, and Max is so caught up in strategy that he forgets to use offensive moves. Team Rocket interrupts the battle by stealing all the school's Poké Balls, and all the kids in the Trainer's School class work together to defeat Team Rocket. Max, Tommy, and the other kids become good friends, and Ash gears up for his battle the following day with Roxanne, a Trainer's School teacher and the Rustboro Gym Leader!
S6.E16 ∙ Winner by a Nosepass
Time for Ash and May to battle the Rustboro Gym Leader, Roxanne. May decides she wants to become a Pokemon Coordinator, and enter contests. So Ash and Roxanne have their match. Ash uses Treeko and Pikachu for his battle, but in a Rock type Gym, electrical attacks won't be as effective, it's time to see if Pikachu's new attack move is ready.
S6.E17 ∙ Stairway to Devon
Our heroes split up to do some shopping in Rustboro City before catching the ferry to Dewford Island, where Ash's second badge awaits. Max accidentally breaks May's PokéNav and doesn't know how he will face her. Luckily, he meets the president of the Devon Corporation, Stanwick, who fixes the PokéNav and gives Max a personal tour of the company's headquarters. While they're there, a mysterious intruder with a powerful Crawdaunt steals some important test tubes from a machine that's said to restore Pokémon fossils! Max and Stanwick follow the intruder and corner him on the roof. Team Rocket shows up and tries to pickpocket the stolen goods for themselves. They fumble the test tubes, though, and Max catches them. He's a hero for a day! Unfortunately, the intruder gets away. Could he have been a member of Team Aqua?
S6.E18 ∙ On a Wingull and a Prayer
May is using an outdated map of Rustboro City, and the group gets lost trying to find the ferry to Dewford Island. To make up for it, May looks for another boat to take them to Dewford Island. She meets Briney, a retired sailor, who promises to carry her and her friends across the bay. But when she brings the gang to meet him, he has inexplicably changed his story and sends them away. After Officer Jenny tells them that the same Team Aqua thief who broke into the Devon Corporation the day before has been spotted in the area, our heroes put two and two together and realize Briney must be in trouble. In fact, the thief is holding Briney's beloved Wingull, Peeko, hostage so Briney will take him to meet up with the rest of Team Aqua. Our heroes help the old sailor rescue Peeko, but they miss Team Aqua by a hair yet again...
S6.E19 ∙ Sharpedo Attack!
On their way to Dewford Island on Briney's boat, Ash and friends make a stop at a beautiful bay for some swimming when they're boxed in by a huge school of Sharpedo. Brock is puzzled because Sharpedo normally travel alone. One of the Sharpedo seems to be the leader, and Brock thinks that if our heroes can defeat that one in battle, the others will stand down. But when the battle begins, Sharpedo collapses from poison immediately! Brock spends all day and night caring for the sick Sharpedo. The next morning, Team Rocket shows up and reveals that it was Seviper's Poison Tail attack that poisoned the boss Sharpedo. The Sharpedo gang chases off Team Rocket and befriends Ash and company.
S6.E20 ∙ Brave the Wave
Ash and friends reach the Dewford Gym at last, but the Gym Leader, Brawly, would rather surf than battle. Disgusted at this apparent lack of work ethic, Ash marches out into the waves and demands a Gym battle immediately! But when the battle begins, Ash is too headstrong to see the flaws in his strategy. He pushes Treecko to fight harder than any Pokémon should, and Treecko is quickly defeated by Brawly's Makuhita. Later, Ash sees Brawly surfing with his Pokémon, and discovers that for this Gym Leader, surfing is a form of training. Ash realizes that he was too hard-headed, and vows to train on Dewford Island for a rematch.
S6.E21 ∙ Which Wurmple's Which?
Team Rocket tries another ill-advised scheme to steal our heroes' Pokémon. Everyone gets sidetracked, though, when May and Jessie get into a tiff over which of their Wurmple is cuter. Our heroes chase off Team Rocket, but the two Wurmple get switched in the fray. Ash and company track down Team Rocket, and May and Jessie agree to trade back their Wurmple, but Jessie swipes both of them! Ash fights off Team Rocket, and May gets her Wurmple back. Everyone is impressed that May has grown so much as a Trainer that she could tell the difference between the two Wurmple. May says she owes it all to her Wurmple.
S6.E22 ∙ A Hole Lotta Trouble
Ash and friends go to Granite Cave, where Steven Stone, the son of the Devon Corporation president, is said to be exploring. Unfortunately, Team Rocket has gotten there first, and has filled the cave with pitfalls to trap our heroes. The pitfalls collapse, sending our heroes and Team Rocket tumbling through the many levels of the cave. In the fall, everyone is shuffled into separate, mixed groups. Separately, each Team Rocket member complains about the others. It takes a lot of exploration and a lot of running from wild Aron for everyone to find Steven. Jessie, James, and Meowth, despite their complaining, are delighted to be together again. Steven, however, is enraged that Team Rocket has disturbed the wild Aron, and fights the villains off. He then finds what he was looking for in the cave--a Fire Stone--and continues his journey searching for rare Evolution stones.
S6.E23 ∙ Gone Corphishin
Ash and crew have landed on a beach where they set up camp and to start training for Ash's rematch with Dewford surfing gym leader Brawly. But a mysterious Pokémon is lurking underground. Ash decides to find out the identity of the mysterious Pokémon and try to capture it. Easier said than done. The mysterious Pokémon turns out to be a ruffian Pokémon called Corphish and capturing it isn't as easy as it appears to be as it's capable of knocking out everything in its path including Pikachu and the team's campsite with a simple flailing of its fists. Ash then decides to send out his Willey Treeko to finish the job. Can Ash capture Corphish and train it before his rematch with Brawly?
S6.E24 ∙ A Corphish Out of Water
Corphish is a welcome new member of Ash's team, but it's so boisterous that it can be a problem, like when it eats Wurmple's food or hugs May just a bit too hard. Corphish makes itself sick by eating some rope it found on the beach. Ash has forgotten his Poké Balls, so he has to carry Corphish on his back over a mountain and through Carvanha-infested waters to the nearest Pokémon Center. In the meantime, Ash's friends and Team Rocket all manage to get caught in one of Team Rocket's traps--and the tide is coming in! Brock sends Taillow to Ash with an SOS. Ash speeds to the rescue, and Corphish frees everyone from the traps. After that, May doesn't mind Corphish's over-enthusiastic hugs anymore.
S6.E25 ∙ A Mudkip Mission
Ash and the gang encounter a swamp of baby Mudkip. This episode later became a meme.
S6.E26 ∙ Attack of the Konohana Family!
Ash and friends get separated from their Pokémon in a deep, dark cave. As the Trainers hunt down their Pokémon, Pikachu and the others get off on the wrong foot with a gang of Nuzleaf, who surround them as they discuss a fitting punishment for these intruders. Guided by Taillow, Ash and friends are quickly closing in, but unfortunately Team Rocket is a step ahead. When Ash and friends arrive, the Team Rocket balloon--with Pikachu and the Nuzleaf aboard--is barely a blip on the horizon! Ash asks Corphish to Crabhammer him into the air, where he grabs onto the balloon and unties the net. The Nuzleaf create a net of their own to break Ash's fall while Corphish's BubbleBeam blasts Team Rocket off once more. With everyone reunited, Ash and the others say farewell to the Nuzleaf and continue on their journey!
S6.E27 ∙ A Three Team Scheme!
Ash and friends meet up with Professor Birch and accompany him as he investigates some nearby caves. Inside one they discover a hidden room, occupied by a young boy named Keanu who quickly drives them out of what he calls his "secret base." Closely tailing Ash and friends, the Team Rocket trio don't respond nearly as politely to the boy's request, instead kicking him out and claiming the base (and Keanu's team of Nincada) for themselves. The plot thickens when the two rival Hoenn gangs, Team Aqua and Team Magma, infiltrate the very same cave, thinking it to be the legendary Cave of Origin. Eventually, they realize their mistake and leave the secret base to Team Rocket--but not for long! Our heroes are right there to stop them and get Keanu's Nincada back.
S6.E28 ∙ Agehunt & Dokucale! The Final Evolution!
Jessie of Team Rocket is sure her Pokémon will evolve into a lovely Beautifly someday, but she could be in for a rude awakening!
S6.E29 ∙ The Startling Yamirami!
Corphish's bad attitude shows no signs of improving, and Ash plans to humble it a bit by putting a good scare into it deep inside an abandoned mine. Little does he know, however, that Jessie, James, and Meowth have already infiltrated the mine. When Meowth forges a pact with a Sableye living inside the mine, it seems the biggest scare is yet to come! Meowth and Sableye terrorize Ash and company when they arrive in the cave, capturing Corphish and Pikachu. Jessie and James arrive, and Sableye realizes it was tricked into helping them. Jessie throws a smoke bomb, causing the shaft to cave in. Sableye leads our heroes out of the cave, then sides with Ash to help free the captured Pokémon and send Team Rocket blasting off again. Afterward, everyone expresses their gratitude to Sableye--especially Corphish, thereby proving the plan to change its attitude was a success after all!
S6.E30 ∙ Asanan and the Battle Girl! In a Storm!
As Ash's training draws to a close, a young Trainer named Shauna, who claims to be the top apprentice of Gym Leader Brawly, challenges him to a Pokémon battle. Before they are able to complete their battle, however, Brawly himself shows up to warn of an approaching hurricane. It seems his warning is a touch too late, though, as heavy winds and rain begin buffeting the shore where Ash and friends have pitched camp. While the storm draws nearer, they carefully make their way along a treacherous mountain path, seeking shelter in a cave, where Brawly explains that Shauna isn't really his apprentice--he hasn't let her join him because she is too headstrong and needs to learn control and patience. After the storm passes, she finally proves herself in a battle with Ash, and Brawly accepts Ash's challenge for a rematch!
S6.E31 ∙ Muro Gym Rematch! Surfing Battlefield!
Ash and friends cross the sea to a secret island arena for Ash's rematch with Gym Leader Brawly. Ash's skills have improved since the last time, and his Corphish and Treecko make the most of the rocky and watery environment. Brawley's less-nimble Machop is down for the count, and Brawly is down to using the ponderous Hariyama. But Ash isn't the only one who's been training. Hariyama surprises Ash with new reserves of speed and endurance. Ash keeps his cool, and has Treecko Pound away at Hariyama's legs. It's enough to disrupt Hariyama's balance, and Treecko Pounds its way to victory. Brawly gives Ash the Knuckle Badge and his admiration. Most Trainers, when they rework their strategies, scrap even the parts that were worth keeping. But Ash remembered his own strengths as a Trainer, and kept his head even when things happened that he didn't expect.
S6.E32 ∙ The Abandoned Ship! The Creeping Shadow!!
Ash and friends foil a Team Rocket kidnapping scheme on the high seas, but are then left high and dry themselves when Team Rocket's boat breaks down. Drifting with the tide, they eventually come to rest against an abandoned ship. On board, they meet one of the ship's original passengers, Tommy, who has returned to search for the Marshtomp he was separated from when the ship first ran aground. Happy to have found a ride back to land, Ash and friends offer to help this passenger in his search. As the group moves below deck, however, their party begins disappearing, one member at a time. The shadowy figure responsible turns out to be a Swampert, which evolved from Tommy's Marshtomp! The two are reunited, and our heroes are released. Tommy sees that the ship has become a haven for Water-type Pokémon, and stays on board with Swampert to fix it up into the best home it can be.
S6.E33 ∙ A Rival for Haruka! Intensive Pokémon Contest Training!!
Two weeks before the Slateport Pokémon Contest, May is training hard, trying to get her Beautifly to master its Silver Wind move. A battle with Ash's Taillow draws the attention of a retired Coordinator named Mr. Big, who offers May a Pokéblock case and invites our heroes to his shop for some useful Bluk Berries. Unfortunately, Torchic gets ahead of the gang and gobbles them all up! To make matters worse, Mr. Big had hoped to use them in his fireworks display that night. May is determined to replace the berries, but her rival Drew gets there first and demands a battle. May's Beautifly manages to attack Drew's Roselia with Silver Wind, but just then Team Rocket shows up to steal the berries! An attack from Roselia blasts them off again, Torchic catches the falling berries just in time, the fireworks show goes off without a hitch, and Drew makes plans to battle May again in the contest!
S6.E34 ∙ The Great First Pokémon Panic!!
While May trains with Beautifly, Nurse Joy enlists Ash and Max to babysit a Treecko, Torchic, and Mudkip, one of which will be the first partner of a brand-new Pokémon Trainer named Stephanie. Torchic proves to be the most rambunctious of the group, and when Ash sends several of his Pokémon to convince it to behave, it evolves into a Combusken! Moments before the new Trainer arrives, Max and Ash think fast and ask May's Torchic to stand in for the evolved Pokémon. Despite Ash's protests, Stephanie decides she wants this Torchic for her first Pokémon, but just then May returns from training and reclaims her Torchic. After Combusken fends off an attack from Team Rocket, Stephanie decides to take Mudkip instead--and her father chooses Treecko as his own first Pokémon! Nurse Joy asks Combusken to stay at the Pokémon Center to protect her patients, and all's well that ends well!
S6.E35 ∙ Haruka! The First Pokémon Contest Challenge!!
It's finally time for May's first Pokémon Contest, where she learns that Pokémon Coordinators who earn five ribbons by winning contests throughout the region will be entered in the ultimate contest: the Grand Festival! May tries to stay calm, but her nerves are on edge. Drew and his Roselia put in an impressive performance, and then Robert and his majestic Milotic win the hearts of the crowd. When it's finally May's turn, she's so nervous that she stumbles during her routine, but her Beautifly makes up for it by pulling off its best Silver Wind yet, and the judges award her the last spot in the second round--a battle challenge! She faces off against Drew, whose Roselia defeats her Beautifly and then falls to Robert's Milotic. Robert wins the ribbon, and Drew and May are both determined to do better next time!
S6.E36 ∙ The Spheal of Approval
Having at long last completed her Pokémon Contest, May suggests a day of recreation in Slateport City before moving on. While she and Brock shop in the city's famous market district, Ash and Max check out the Oceanic Museum. When the boys discover the museum is closed (even though it's supposed to be open every day), Max decides to climb the wall to get in--and is mistaken for a thief! Ash and Max explain the situation to Captain Stern, the museum's curator, who lets them take a look inside. He's just gotten a new rock sample, which attracts the attention of both Team Magma and Team Rocket! Ash and Captain Stern manage to repel both groups of villains, but the rock sample is broken in the process. Captain Stern isn't sure what Team Magma is up to, but he decides to continue his studies on the remaining piece of the sample.
S6.E37 ∙ Beauty and the Beast!? Dirteng and Joi-san
While cutting through a mountain pass, Ash and friends decide to stop into the local Pokémon Center for directions. Imagine their surprise when they discover it vacated, with no sign of Nurse Joy. The plot thickens when they take it upon themselves to investigate and discover security camera footage of a Shiftry immobilizing Nurse Joy with Stun Spore before carrying her off. Their only clue as to her location is a mysterious entry on Shiftry in the Pokédex, indicating that these Pokémon inhabit only trees that are over a thousand years old. But trees that old don't grow just anywhere! Our heroes find the tree and discover that Shiftry brought Nurse Joy there so she could help a sick Nuzleaf. With some assistance from Brock, the Nuzleaf is restored to health, Nurse Joy is returned to the Pokémon Center, and our heroes continue their journey.
S6.E38 ∙ Plusle and Minun! The Mountain Lighthouse!!
When Ash and friends get lost in a dark and foggy mountain pass, the first folks they meet are Jessie, James, and Meowth of Team Rocket, fresh from their latest heist. Our heroes manage to recover a stone the villains stole from a nearby lighthouse, but then get mistaken for the thieves. After things are sorted out, they learn of Thatcher, a young Trainer who's been troubled because his two Cheering Pokémon, Plusle and Minun, are such naturals at supporting other Pokémon that he's lost the confidence to use them in direct battle. When Thatcher decides that Ash must be a hero spoken of in local legends, Ash uses his confusion to convince him to believe in himself and his Pokémon--and sure enough, with his newfound confidence, Thatcher directs Plusle and Minun to charge up the stone that powers the lighthouse, and then send Team Rocket blasting off again!
S6.E39 ∙ Sing! Pokémon Trick House!!
Ash and friends join the Trick House Contest, which sends them through a maze full of tricks and traps--and, of course, Team Rocket!
S6.E40 ∙ Kinsetsu Gym! Tessen's Electric Shock Battle!!
At the Mauville Gym, Ash and friends are whisked away on a roller-coaster ride and confronted by an angry Raikou--a Legendary Pokémon from the Johto region! An attack from Pikachu reveals the Raikou to be a robot, which shorts out, showering Pikachu in electricity. When the battle begins, Pikachu defeats each of Gym Leader Wattson's Electric-type Pokémon with just one attack, and Ash wins the Dynamo Badge! Afterward, Ash learns from Nurse Joy that Pikachu won only because the robot's malfunction supercharged it with electricity. Our heroes set out to tell Wattson the match was a fluke, only to discover that he's abandoned the Gym in shame! They find him at an old power plant, where the Team Rocket villains are attempting to steal Electric-type Pokémon. Ash and Wattson team up to defeat them, and when Ash tries to return his Gym badge, Wattson tells him to keep it as thanks for helping him free the Pokémon.
S7.E1 ∙ What You Seed Is What You Get
After winning at the Mauville gym against Wattson and earning the Dynamo Badge, Ash and the gang decide to travel to Fallabor Town for May's next Pokemon Contest and then to Lavaridge Town for Ash's next gym battle. While traveling, the gang stumbles upon a watermelon field. This gives Ash an idea to teach Treecko how to use Bullet Seed, ever since that battle with Shiftry (Season 6, Episode 37), by spitting watermelon seeds for practice. Suddenly a Grovyle attacks the group as a misunderstanding. The girl then apologizes for her mistake and shows them around the field. Team Rocket then appears to steal the watermelons from the field. Grovyle tries to fire bullet seed but they sealed up its mouth with some tape. So it's all up to Treecko. Ash believes that Treecko can use Bullet Seed, so it tries but fails. The second time around it works and sends Team Rocket to blast off again. In the end, Ash spits seeds towards Treecko and makes it mad and uses Bullet Seed.
S7.E2 ∙ Barubeat and Illumise! Dance of Love!
Ash and friends have the good fortune of passing through a small town just prior to the opening of a summer festival in which Illumise and Volbeat perform a dazzling light dance. Despite their impeccable timing, however, it seems they may not be able to enjoy the show when the male half of the performing duo falls head over heels in love with his partner and grows too nervous to perform in front of her. With the festival just hours away, May takes it upon herself to coach this young trainer in the ways of love.
S7.E3 ∙ Fly Tatsubay! Towards the Future!
As Ash and friends rush along a mountain path toward the town where the next Pokémon Contest will be hosted, a tremendous shape comes suddenly crashing down on them from above. They soon realize it to be a Bagon--a Pokémon whose head is as hard as steel. Needless to say, this is the last Pokémon one would want to see falling quickly toward one from above. Before Ash engages the Pokémon in battle, however, it's trainer shows up and explains that her Bagon is cliff diving simply because it dreams of flying, though this won't be a possibility until it evolves twice. Always suckers for an impossible dream, Ash and friends promise to do what they can to help.
S7.E4 ∙ Enter Kasumi! Togepi and the Mirage Kingdom!!
Misty returns! But Team Rocket instantly kidnaps her and Togepi and brings them to the Mirage Kingdom, where a man named Hanson plans to use Togepi to gain the throne.
S7.E5 ∙ Other Side of the Mirage! Togepi's Paradise!
The gang make one last stand against Hanson before he uses Togepi to gain the throne.
S7.E6 ∙ Candid Camerupt!
Ash and friends get more than they bargain for when supplies run low and they accept a meal invitation from a family of strangers. It turns out the family are incredibly enthusiastic in their support of a son who recently left home with visions of greatness as a Pokémon Champion. As a tribute of sorts to this son, they engage in as many Pokémon battles as they can themselves. Their enthusiasm makes them formidable opponents as they face Ash, Brock, and Max--who borrows one of Ash's Pokémon for the occasion--in four on four contest. Things grow all the more complicated when this favorite son, having lost his dreams of glory, returns home, unwittingly bringing Team Rocket along with him.
S7.E7 ∙ I Feel Skitty
When Brock suggests a pit stop in an out-of-the-way Pokémon laboratory, no one suspects his real motive. Reading an article about the Pokémon aromatherapy experiments held in the facility, he had been immediately smitten by the attractive researcher who runs it. Brock is no luckier in love today than might be expected, though, and the outing becomes more educational than romantic as he and his friends tour the aromatherapy research facility. Above and beyond any continuing experiments, the greatest aromatherapy testimonial comes when a mixture of fragrances alone cures completely an ailing Skitty May had just found. When Team Rocket arrives on the scene, however, they quickly put an end to an relatively uneventful day, stealing both the lab's fragrance reserves and Misty's Skitty.
S7.E8 ∙ Zangoose vs Habunake! Rival Confrontation!
Ash and the gang head towards Fallarbor Town, when suddenly a Zangoose appears and seems to be vicious. They also see Nicolai wearing a Zangoose costume. He tries to capture it and succeeds. Since Team Rocket's Jesse owns a Seviper, they are both rivals in nature. Will Zangoose prevail over Seviper or will the tables be turned?
S7.E9 ∙ Masato and Masato! Protect Ametama!
Max meets up with another Pokémon enthusiast who goes by the same name, but despite their shared interests and shared name, the two get off to a rocky start. As they continue to bicker, Team Rocket launches a surprise attack, separating May, Max, and this new Max--the youngest and least experienced Pokémon trainers--from their friends. Without Ash and Brock to protect them, these children nonetheless work to find their new acquaintance's missing Surskit before Team Rocket does.
S7.E10 ∙ Pokémon Contest! Hajitsuge Convention!
The gang finally arrives in Fallarbor Town to begin the Pokemon Contest. While there, May meets a new coordinator named Grace as well as her Pokemon, Medicham. She also finds out that Drew is entering and sees that he has three ribbons. The next day the coordinators gather. What will be the outcome of the Fallarbor Town Pokemon Contest?
S7.E11 ∙ Vs Charem! Contest Battle!!
May finally reaches the Fallarbor Pokémon contest, but her hopes are initially dampened when a mysterious, redheaded trainer bearing a strong resemblance to a certain member of Team Rocket steals the show with a nearly flawless performance. When Brock's hunch that this contestant's performance isn't all above board proves true, Jessie shows her true colors, opting to face Ash and friends in outright Pokémon battle. Team Rocket is quickly defeated, but for May the true challenge is just beginning, as she moves on to the next stage, hoping to somehow earn her first Pokémon Contest victory ribbon while facing a host of seasoned adversaries.
S7.E12 ∙ Cheer Pressure
As they press forward toward the next gym, fate reunites Ash and friends with Thatcher, who since their last meeting has been inspired to employ his Plusle and Minun in enhancing Pokémon battles by enthusiastically cheering on the battlers involved. When he actually witnesses Thatcher and other pep squad members at work, however, Max keenly suspects that they are being misled to not simply cheer competitors on, but actually breach official rules by misusing the abilities of their various Pokémon from the sidelines.
S7.E13 ∙ Game Winning Assist
May's Skitty could hardly choose a less opportune time to misbehave, when it lets itself out and draws the ire of local Slugma and Numel just as Ash and friends pass through the infamous Fiery Path. Fortunately, a local shows up to guide them past the dangers of the Path, ably using her Sentret to direct a group of Numel that is under her care. While Ash and friends enjoy her hospitality and the placid life on her Numel ranch, however, Team Rocket lurks in the background with dreams of capturing and taking advantage of the Numel's ability to create nearly limitless heat, selling them into lives of servitude.
S7.E14 ∙ Fight for the Meteorite
Our young heroes face one last challenge--a high-altitude crossing--before reaching the next gym in Fallarbor. Greeted by a welcome committee promising a free tour of the area, Ash and friends first celebrate their good fortune. These guides, however, reveal first their ineptitude, then their ill will, and finally their true identity--as Team Rocket--but only as parallel plots by Teams Aqua and Magma trap Ash and party high above the valley below, making Jessie, James, and Meowth the least of their concerns.
S7.E15 ∙ Poetry Commotion
Ash and friends arrive in Lavaridge Town and meet Flannery, who just became the Gym Leader after her grandfather left to write poetry. Meanwhile, Team Rocket show up in disguise to help clean the battle field and steal her Torkoal.
S7.E17 ∙ Lots of Patcheel! Beyond the Mountain in Search of Happiness!?
Brock falls in love at first sight with a beautiful trainer he chances to meet in the course of travel. When he learns that she is desperately seeking a lost Spinda that she credits with bringing her many years of good fortune, he quickly volunteers himself and friends to help in the search--forgetting the fact that they had been rushing toward the next Hoenn gym. As her willful Spinda continues to flee farther and farther ahead, Team Rocket shows up to complicate the search even further as they seek this 'lucky' Spinda for themselves. Where might this Spinda lead Ash and friends, and might Brock finally find love at the end of this long mountain path?
S7.E18 ∙ All Torkoal, No Play
A wrong turn lands Ash and friends in a dangerous valley inhabited by territorial Magnemite, Magneton, and Steelix. Hesitant to retrace their steps, however, our heroes forge bravely on toward the next gym. Fortunately, a wild Torkoal caught in the same predicament aids them as they battle their way out of the valley.
S7.E19 ∙ Return to Kinsetsu Gym! Vs Livolt!!
When Ash pits his newly-captured Torkoal in a rematch against Wattson's newly-evolved Manectric, who will emerge victorious?
S7.E20 ∙ Eneko and Enekororo! Enter the Legendary Pokémon Coordinator!
When a surprise attack from Team Rocket injures May's Skitty and there isn't a Pokémon Center to be found in the area, May turns instead to a local practitioner of Pokémon Massage. To the surprise of all, using massage techniques alone, the therapist is able to heal May's Skitty completely. Shortly thereafter, Ash and friends see their chance to repay this therapist, when Team Rocket kidnaps her Delcatty, planning to present their boss with a Skitty & Delcatty evolutionary set.
S7.E21 ∙ Enter the Phantom Masked Coordinator!!
A distressed mother enlists Ash and friends to find the true identity of a mysterious Pokémon Coordinator she believes is leading her son astray. When they realize, however, that her son is in fact this very coordinator, hiding behind a mask only because his mother refuses to understand his love for Pokémon, these young Pokémon trainers must abandon their original mission and help this eager Pokémon Coordinator attain his goal of entering a local Pokémon contest against his mother's wishes.
S7.E22 ∙ Shidake Town! Pokémon Contest!!
While May focuses on winning her third Pokémon Contest, the rest of her group concentrate on helping their newfound friend maintain his secret identity so that he can compete without interference from his mother--who staunchly opposes his having any contact with Pokémon. When Jessie, using a false identity, enters the contest and makes a surprisingly strong showing, both May and her friend must struggle to keep from being ousted. Meanwhile, having gotten wind that her son has entered the Pokémon Contest, this friend's mother heads directly to the contest arena herself.
S7.E23 ∙ Solrock and Hasubrero! Legend of the Forest!
Low on water, our heroes stop by a small village hoping to refill their canteens at a world-famous spring. On arrival, however, they learn that the spring has recently run dry, an event the locals blame on the Solrock that mysteriously showed up in the area only days before. Ash and friends refuse to believe that this Solrock, which had help them out in a time of need, could be responsible for the drought. Teaming up with a local researcher, who is likewise searching for a more scientific explanation, these young Pokémon trainers set out to clear Solrock's name.
S7.E24 ∙ Sky of Tyltto! Spirit of Haruka!
Ash and friends discover a Swablu that had been injured and separated from its flock during a massive migration. Even after May nurses it back to health, however, it refuses to fly. These young Pokémon trainers and their Pokémon work together to help Swablu overcome its post-trauma lack of confidence, but little do they know Team Rocket have their own plans for the Pokémon.
S7.E25 ∙ The Great Gokulin Repelling Strategy!!
Facing another in a long string of Gulpin invasions that had cost them years worth of food stores, a small village decides to call in a Gulpin expert. Though the professor's high-tech answer to the Gulpin question at first drives them back, these Pokémon soon regroup and continue their charge toward the food storehouse at the center of the village. Fortunately, Ash and friends chance across this troubled community with impeccable timing. If only they and their Pokémon prove strong enough to hold back droves of tenacious Gulpin.
S7.E26 ∙ Critical Situation! Bakuong vs Juptile!
Ash is enjoying a friendly Pokémon battle with a trainer he chanced to meet on the road, when his opponent's Loudred evolves into an Exploud just as his Treecko evolves unexpectedly into a Grovyle. In a further coincidence, Ash and friends soon encounter yet another Exploud--but just in time to witness Team Rocket capturing it, by cheat, rather than Pokémon battle.
S7.E27 ∙ Go Go Ludicolo
Feeling that it's lost its place in the limelight to the newly-evolved Grovyle, Corphish grows more and more uncontent. When it loses to a trainer met on the road and his Ludicolo, this is the final straw. Corphish breaks away from Ash and company, striking out on its own. Unbeknownst to Ash, who assumes Corphish to be simply throwing a tantrum, it is in fact seeking out the same Ludicolo for a rematch. When it catches up to the trainer, however, it finds Ludicolo already in the clutches of Team Rocket. Without any guidance from Ash, can Corphish do anything to save this Pokémon?
S7.E28 ∙ Papa Is Idol? False Gym Leader!
When Ash and friends arrive in the last town before Petalburg City, they find that the Petalburg Gym leader, Norman, is riding a recent wave of popularity in town. While this turns out to be good news for his children, May and Max, who become instant celebrities, Ash is far less fortunate. Hearing that he means to challenge the gym leader they hold as a hero, the locals begin challenging Ash one by one. Once Ash is completely exhausted by an endless string of battles, Team Rocket arrives, hoping to make the most of the situation.
S7.E29 ∙ Touka Gym Crisis! Household Crisis!
Ash and the gang think Norman has dumped his wife Caroline when he flirts with Nurse Joy.
S7.E30 ∙ Touka Gym! The Fifth Badge!!
Having finally reached Petalburg City, where he hopes to earn his fifth Hoenn badge, Ash wastes no time challenging the gym leader, Norman, to a rematch. Meanwhile, May and Max watch from the sidelines, conflicted as to whether to root for their father the gym leader, or Ash, their friend and traveling companion. Though Ash gets off to a strong start, he quickly learns that there is more to the gym leader's strategy than meets the eye. By alternating between vastly different Pokémon, Norman confuses and exhausts one of Ash's Pokémon after another.
S7.E31 ∙ Dr. Okido and Dr. Odamaki! Secret Base Battle!!
When Professor Oak makes a surprise appearance in Hoenn, bringing along Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle, Ash joins forces with them to battle Team Rocket.
S7.E32 ∙ Taggu batoru! Satoshi VS Haruka!? (Tag Battle! Satoshi vs Haruka!?) (The Bicker the Better)
An unusual encounter with a Pokémon battling duo leads to an even more unusual partnership. When two trainers challenge Ash and May to a Pokémon tag battle, these two accept with little thought for how to coordinate this joint effort. The resulting lack of teamwork leads to a quick victory for their challengers. When virtually the same thing happens to Jessie and James of Team Rocket, old differences are put aside, as Ash and James pair up against May and Jessie in a battle of the sexes.
S7.E33 ∙ King of the Forbidden Forest! Fushigibana!!
When May accidentally enters a forbidden spot where only grass Pokémon live, she quickly befriends a friendly Bulbasaur.
S7.E34 ∙ Fushigidane and Fushigidane! Regaining the Monster Balls!!
James hatches a plan to steal the Pokémon of unwitting trainers by sabotaging the Pokeball transporter in a local Pokémon Center. Ash is unfortunate enough to choose this very Center to have Professor Oak send him his Bulbasaur so that it can interact with May's new Bulbasaur. Just as Ash realizes the Pokeball "transported" to him to be a fake, a host of other trainers approach Nurse Joy with the same complaint. Realizing that the real Pokeballs are being siphoned off to another location, Joy, Ash, and friends quickly track down Team Rocket, but only as they make their escape, accidentally dropping one sole Pokeball--containing Ash's Bulbasaur--as they fly off. Ash and May's two Bulbasaur quickly become fast friends, but will their teamwork be enough to recover all the stolen Pokémon from Team Rocket?
S7.E35 ∙ Showdown! Fishing Master and the Giant Namazun!
A whiscash snags Ashes badges as they stop to take a break near a lake. Ash and the gang meet a local fishing "legend" that helps to try to get Ashes badges back.
S7.E36 ∙ Yajilon and the Ruins in the Mist!
When a thick fog separates Ash from his traveling companions, he chances into a young Pokémon trainer and her Baltoy on their way to a set of ancient ruins that are said to house the most valuable treasure in the universe. Never one to turn his nose up at the possibility of adventure, Ash volunteers to guide the girl to a mysterious woman he had seen earlier and who, this girl believe, may know more about the ruins.
S7.E37 ∙ Formidable Enemy!? Mother Coordinator Enters!
Ash and friends make an unplanned stop when they discover a Pokémon Contest about to be opened the following day. May is anxious to enter, but must quickly decide which Pokémon to use in competition against coordinators who've been preparing for this Contest for weeks. A local mothers' circle of Pokémon Enthusiasts recognizes May as a famous gym leader's daughter and welcomes her into the contest, but one of this circle's own members may prove to be May's most difficult competition.
S7.E38 ∙ Pokémon Contest! Ruibosu Tournament!
After earning two ribbons in a row, May enters her next Pokémon Contest only too confident of an easy victory. She wins in the first round, but in the second this overconfidence begins to catch up with her. Losing to the same humble coordinator she had been self-assuredly advising thus far, May wonders if perhaps there's more to Pokémon Contests than can be learned through a victory or two. Turning over a new leaf, a kinder, gentler May cheers her last opponent on in the final round.
S7.E39 ∙ Baneboo's Lost Object!?
Ash and friends chance into a Spoink that has lost the large pearl that usually adorns its head. The life force of these Pokémon, they learn, quickly dwindles when they're separated from their pearls. Anxious to save this unfortunate Pokémon before it's too late, they quickly set out in search of the pearl, mistakenly gathering numerous spherical baubles--and Pokémon--along the way.
S7.E40 ∙ That's Just Swellow
May and Ash enter their favorite flying Pokémon in a unique sporting competition, wherein players must collect rings hung from floating balloons and then race to hang them from a goalpost hook. Learning of this bizarre sport, Jessie and Meowth of Team Rocket are nonplussed, but James instantly recalls days of hard training under one of the masters of this little-known art. James anxiously enters alongside Ash and May, but can this erstwhile villain be trusted to play fair?
S7.E41 ∙ Take This House and Shuppet
Team Rocket's incessant bickering is nothing new, but today May and Max also take their usual sibling rivalry to the next level. When these young trainers are lost along with Team Rocket in a seemingly abandoned mansion, tempters flare even higher--yet repeatedly quell for no apparent reason. Only when a particularly bitter argument sends Max off on his own, does he learn that a Shuppet, using a psychic technique, had been soothing everyone's nerves. It will take more than mind control, however, to get Max and May to make amends.
S7.E42 ∙ The Fighting King of the Forest!? Wakasyamo vs. Kinogassa!
Ash and friends--with Team Rocket hot on their tail--wander into a wood known as the Shroomish Forest. Hungry and destitute as ever, Team Rocket quickly begin gorging themselves on the plentiful fruits they find there, against the protests of several Shroomish. When these Shroomish evolve into Breloom, however, they not only gain Team Rocket's attention, but threaten the balance of the entire forest with their ensuing rage.
S7.E43 ∙ Unfair-Weather Friends
A meteorological station is under attack by both Teams Aqua and Magma, who hope to capture the powerful Pokémon, Castform, which is able to control the weather at will. To make matters worse, when Ash and friends arrive at the station, they bring Team Rocket hot on their tail. Can a handful of young Pokémon trainers and this mysterious new Pokémon possibly prove to be a match for three powerful crime syndicates?
S7.E44 ∙ Hiwamaki City's Feather Carnival!!
Ash and friends finally arrive in Fortree City, a town whose residents hold great respect for the skies above, even building their homes high up in the trees to live within the sky they so revere. This sky worship works to Ash's disadvantage however when he challenges the gym leader to a battle only to learn that the gym is closed for an annual sky festival. Disappointed, they head to view this festival, even as Team Rocket approaches with a goal of their own--capturing the Pokémon at the festival for themselves. For James, the festival brings back fond memories of a Chimecho he had once wanted as a boy.
S7.E45 ∙ Hiwamaki Gym! Battle in the Sky!
Ash faces Winona, the gym leader in Fortree City, in hopes of winning a Feather Badge, his sixth in the Hoenn Region. Winona quickly brings out the big guns, Attacking with a powerful Altaria. Ash's Grovyle, however, proves, with speed and endurance, to be the better battler. But Winona's next choice proves more formidable: her Pelipper defeats Grovyle without missing a breath, and quickly lays into Pikachu. Meanwhile, Team Rocket to raid the gym and interrupt the battle.
S7.E46 ∙ The Film's Riding on Bakuuda
Ash and friends assist a fellow traveler whose Camerupt had gotten bogged down making a dangerous river crossing. When they learn the young man was carrying movie reels and projection equipment to bring the art of the moving picture to remote towns without theatres, Ash and friends, recollecting pleasant theatre experiences of their own, decide to help him reach the next town on his route.
S7.E47 ∙ Mystery! A Pokémon from Space!?
When the residents of a remote town begin behaving strangely, it is unclear whether a meteorite crash, the appearance of a mysterious Pokémon known as Lunatone, or perhaps both are to blame. Anxious to solve this mystery and restore the town to sanity, Ash and friends set out in search of both the meteorite and this Lunatone. Meanwhile, both Team Rocket and an odd band of conspiracy theorists seeking to put their stamp on any and all Pokémon mysteries converge on the same spot.
S7.E48 ∙ Banana Namakero Park and Kabigon!!
Ash and friends make a quick detour to go sightseeing in a banana grove famous for the many Slakoth that live there. When they arrive, however, they learn that a marauding Snorlax has invaded and begun quickly devouring the bananas in between naps. Having some experience dealing with these troublesome Pokémon, Ash volunteers to help. His task is complicated, however, by the Snorlax's mastery of Yawn, an attack that puts all listeners in the vicinity to sleep. If this Snorlax isn't dealt with quickly, the grove's reserve of bananas will be completely devoured.
S7.E49 ∙ A Scare to Remember
Yet another Team Rocket plot fails to go off quite as planned, but this time the error works to their advantage. When their latest overwrought invention explodes, the ensuing shockwave not only sends the team of villains flying off into the horizon, but also wipes Pikachu's memory clean. As Meowth is the first one to stumble onto Pikachu and learn of its plight, he quickly turns the situation to his advantage, informing Pikachu that it is a long-standing, loyal member of Team Rocket and that Ash is his sworn enemy.
S7.E50 ∙ Arrival in Minamo City! Polocks and Turning Swallow Cut!
Ash and friends arrive in Lilycove City, where May quickly sets to studying the art of Pokéblock preparation under a local master, a craft said to be key to successful Pokémon coordinating. Meanwhile, Ash also prepares for his upcoming gym battle under the tutelage of a wizened instructor who promises to have Ash's Swellow performing a masterful Aerial Ace in no time at all.
S8.E1 ∙ Clamperl of Wisdom
The kids are heading to Maisie Island on a ferry when they spot a Spoink floating on a log. They quickly realize it's the same Spoink they helped before. When they save it and bring it aboard, it trips, dropping its pearl overboard. Ash's Pokémon go looking for the pearl with no luck. When they arrive on the island, they meet a scientist named Isaiah who is doing research on Clamperl and their pearls--which end up as Spoink pearls. The jewel of his collection is a rare blue pearl. Team Rocket sneaks in and tries to steal the blue pearl, only to be beaten out by Spoink stealing it first. Everyone goes looking for the little Psychic-type Pokémon. Meanwhile, the blue pearl accidentally gets switched with the pink pearl from a wild Clamperl. When this fact is discovered, everyone goes looking for the Clamperl and Team Rocket steals it away. Team Rocket is trying to get the Clamperl open when the kids catch up to them. Spoink protects the Clamperl, who uses Water Gun to send the thieves blasting off. The Clamperl returns the blue pearl to Isaiah, and in exchange for the Psychic-type Pokémon's help, gives its pink pearl to Spoink.
S8.E2 ∙ Glanth and the Deep Sea Treasure
The kids are relaxing at the Grand Wazoo Resort on Wazoo Island when a man emerges from the water completely covered in seaweed. His name is Adam, and he is a treasure hunter who believes he has just uncovered the location of the King Neptune, a cargo ship that was wrecked long ago. Adam and the kids go searching for the wreck in a sub, secretly followed by Team Rocket in their Magikarp sub. Team Rocket fires a missile at them and zips ahead. Adam and the kids manage to find their way to the cavern where the ship is located, where lots of Relicanth have made their home. Adam finds a trunk. Team Rocket shows up again to take the trunk, also destroying the ship. Team Rocket then destroys the exit to the cave as they leave, and heads to the surface. Adam's sub follows the Relicanth out and catches up with Team Rocket. Angry at the destruction of their home, the Relicanth use Hydro Pump on Team Rocket, while Pikachu finishes them off with Thunder. Opening the trunk, Adam discovers that the King Neptune was only carrying lots of Green Shards. Aside from that, he does have one real treasure to show for this adventure--the friendship of the Relicanth.
S8.E3 ∙ Huntail and Sakurabyss! The Riddle of Evolution!
En route to the ABC Islands, Ash and the gang are passed on the way to Island A by a group of children racing on top Huntail or Gorebyss. It turns out that there is a fierce rivalry between the citizens of Islands B and C: Clamperl evolve into Gorebyss on Island B, while they evolve into Huntail on Island C. The children all attend school on Island A, and fight often during class. At the Pokémon Center they find Professor Birch in a pool. He is studying the different Clamperl Evolutions, and the kids travel with him to a cave on Island C where Clamperl are known to evolve. They are followed by a boy named Keith from Island B. They travel to a similar cave on Island B, followed by Nancy from Island C. When everyone returns to the Pokémon Center on Island A, they find out that Keith actually wants a Huntail and Nancy wants a Gorebyss. After doing some research, Birch reveals that the Evolution is dependent on the items Deepseatooth and Deepseascale, but he doesn't know how. Team Rocket attacks them at the PC, but Keith and Nancy's Clamperl use Water Gun while Pikachu drives them off with Thunderbolt. Professor Birch and the kids return to Island B, where they put a Deepseascale on Nancy's Clamperl. On Island C they put a Deepseatooth on Keith's Clamperl. Neither Pokémon evolves, so Birch beams them to the Pokémon Center for further research. Back at the PC, when the kids take out their Clamperl, both Pokémon evolve: Nancy's into a Gorebyss and Keith's into a Huntail. Team Rocket attacks again, but the newly evolved Pokémon drive them off with Confusion and Screech. The rivalry between Islands B and C ends and the people start trading their Clamperl back and forth to get the evolved Pokémon they want. Ash and friends leave on a ferry for their next destination.
S8.E4 ∙ Muscle Battle!? Double Battle!!
The kids land on Muscle Island, where another ferry will finally take them to Mossdeep City. Team Rocket also lands on the island, fleeing their sub because they think it will explode. It sinks instead. Ash and friends run into a group of people working out. The head of the camp, a guy named Rocky, offers food and the opportunity to train with them. Everyone except for May (who gets dragged in) decides to take up the workout offer. Team Rocket also starts exercising when James decides that it will help them catch Pikachu better. Elsewhere, Rocky challenges Ash to a battle, bringing out Walrein and Quagsire. Ash chooses Pikachu and Grovyle. Pikachu can't hit Walrein because Quagsire blocks every attack, immune to electricity because of its dual Ground-and-Water-type. Walrein retaliates with Ice Ball, which hits Ash's Pokémon hard. Ash then realizes that Ice Ball gets slower the more it's used, taking advantage of that delay to let Grovyle use Leaf Blade and Pikachu use its Thunder attack to win. The kids and Team Rocket manage to scam out of exercising more, and everyone departs on the ferry to Mossdeep City. On board, Team Rocket tries to grab Pikachu again, but in the tug-of-war that ensues, Pikachu shocks everyone and sends both its friends and Team Rocket flying overboard.
S8.E5 ∙ Groudon vs. Kaiorga!
The kids are floating on logs at sea when a red submarine appears beneath them, belonging to Team Magma. At the floating Magma base, the kids are taken into custody. Team Magma Leader Maxie explains to them about how he has the Blue Orb in his possession, allowing him to control Groudon. Unfortunately, the Legendary Pokémon they currently have in their possession is Kyogre. A disguised Shelly of Team Aqua sneaks away and unlocks Kyogre, setting off an alarm. Kyogre awakens and busts out of the floating base, causing it to begin sinking. In the chaos, the kids try to grab the orb, and Pikachu accidentally absorbs it and goes berserk. Ash is separated from his friends and attacked by a Team Magma member. He meets what appears to be another member of Team Magma--but it's really Lance of the Elite Four in disguise! Lance has also sent his red Gyarados to go help Ash's friends. Both Teams Magma and Aqua end up on Monsu Island, along with Team Rocket, who wants to steal both Legendary Pokémon. Of course, it's no good, as Kyogre is under the control of the Red Orb, which is currently in Team Aqua's possession...
S8.E6 ∙ The Scuffle of Legends
Team Magma and Team Aqua continue to fight on Monsu Island. The Red Orb, which can control Kyogre, is currently held by the Team Aqua Leader Archie. Archie merges with the orb and now crazed as a result, orders Kyogre to sink the island. Everyone tries to flee into the ruins on the island, while Lance challenges Kyogre with his Dragonite. Dragonite's Hyper Beam is not strong enough to stop the ancient Pokémon. Team Rocket still wants to steal Groudon, restrained inside the Team Aqua base. Instead, they are attacked by a possessed Pikachu, who awakens Groudon. The giant Ground-type leaves the base and begins a massive battle with Kyogre, but the two are evenly matched. The kids find a way to distract Kyogre, which gives Groudon the opportunity to defeat the Water-type. The orbs leave the bodies of Archie and Pikachu, floating up in the air until they merge and then disintegrate. Archie and Pikachu both come back to their senses, while the two Legendary Pokémon retreat back into their ancient slumber.
S8.E7 ∙ Fu and Lan! Space Center Battle!
Ash and friends finally arrive in Mossdeep City and head straight to the Pokémon Gym--only to find it empty because everyone in town is at the Space Center for the shuttle launch, including the Gym Leader. At the Space Center, the kids begin snooping around, and Ash stumbles upon a Pokémon battle between two siblings named Tate and Liza, who are there because their father is piloting the shuttle. They are the twin Gym Leaders of Mossdeep, who promise to battle Ash after the shuttle launch. For now, they take Ash and friends on a tour of the center. Corphish wanders off when Ash isn't looking, sneaking on board the shuttle. Team Rocket breaks into the shuttle and heads for the cockpit, only to encounter Tate and Max! They tie the two boys up, and the shuttle takes off. Before they get very far, the shuttle is grabbed by the Baltoy that live in the Space Center. Corphish frees Max and Tate, and Tate's Solrock takes out Team Rocket with Psychic. Tate must now land the shuttle, and he and Max manage to get it safely to the ground. May and Liza attack Team Rocket when they emerge from the shuttle, and Pikachu sends them blasting off. The shuttle is launched with Commander Jin at the controls, and then it's time for a Gym battle!
S8.E8 ∙ Solid as a Solrock
Ash's battle with the Mossdeep Gym Leaders is set to begin. He calls out Swellow and Pikachu versus Tate's Solrock and Liza's Lunatone, taking into account the strange planet-filled aerial battlefield they will be using. Pikachu and Swellow appear to be at a disadvantage, but it is quickly negated by the fact that Tate and Liza aren't working together. Their Pokémon's attacks cancel each other out, and the two even collide head-on when attacking. Team Rocket interrupts the battle, capturing Lunatone and Solrock with their robot and then escaping in their balloon. Swellow and Pikachu destroy the balloon, freeing the two Rock- and Psychic-types. The Gym battle must resume, but the Gym has been destroyed--so it is decided they will battle by the water. Unfortunately for Ash, Tate and Liza now have their teamwork back, and they deliver a real pummeling to Ash's Pokémon. Each of his attacks is countered successfully, until he charges his team with Pikachu's Thunder and they break through Lunatone's Light Screen, finishing off the opposing team with Iron Tail and Aerial Ace and winning Ash his Mind Badge!
S8.E9 ∙ Man of the Sea! Shitenno Genji Appears!!
Ash is battling with another Trainer by the waterfront, not realizing he is being watched by a mysterious sailor. After he wins, Ash is confident and boastful. The kids decide to grab something to eat. Team Rocket is currently working in a small restaurant, when the old sailor walks in and demands some hot milk. While he is there, Ash and friends sit down outside and talk about battling. The man approaches them, and Max recognizes him as Drake of the Elite Four! Drake invites all of them (including the disguised Team Rocket) to his boat, where he challenges Ash to a battle. Drake sends out his Shelgon, and though it is slower, it waits for Pikachu to get just close enough to take it down with Dragonbreath and Dragon Claw. Ash calls out Grovyle against Drake's Altaria, and though Grovyle has a better time leaping on the masts of the ship, it gets knocked out by some powerful moves from Altaria, including Aerial Ace and Solar Beam. Team Rocket takes advantage of a weakened Pikachu to steal it, but Drake calls out his Salamence. It uses Dragon Claw and Flamethrower to send the thieves blasting off. With Team Rocket thwarted and a few lessons learned, Ash and friends have dinner with Drake and his crew on the boat.
S8.E10 ∙ Island of Doctor Moroboshi! Fossil Pokémon Appear!!
The kids travel to Wales Island, where both Ash and May have plans to train. May is thrilled when her Bulbasaur learns a new attack--Petal Dance. She shows it off to the others by having Bulbasaur blast through an ocean wave. Max is gathering twigs in the forest when he is surprised by a Cradily. He tells the others but they don't believe him, because Cradily are extinct. Max goes searching by himself, and eventually finds a lab full of Lileep. Ash and the others eventually run into the Cradily, along with a scientist named Annie. She takes them back to the lab, where they are reunited with Max. There, Professor Proctor and Annie explain to the kids that all of the Pokémon there were cloned from fossils. Someday Professor Proctor hopes to make the island a fossil Pokémon amusement park. One of the Anorith at the lab is about to evolve, so they bring it out and watch it become an Armaldo. Team Rocket shows up, and grabs the newly-evolved Armaldo in a net. It blasts them away on its own, but freaks out and starts trashing the lab, running off. The kids try to corral it with their Pokémon, but Armaldo won't be beaten. It heads to the tip of the island to find some fruit that it can eat. There, Team Rocket appears in a giant tank and grabs it again. It can't break out, and none of the other Pokémon's attacks affect the tank. May has her Bulbasaur use Petal Dance on the cliff above the tank which landslides, causing the tank to roll over. Armaldo breaks out, and Bulbasaur and Pikachu destroy the tank, sending Team Rocket blasting away. Armaldo finally reaches the berries, while everyone enjoys the sunset.
S8.E11 ∙ Izabe Island Pokémon Contest! Beware of the Rival!!
The kids are still headed for Izabe Island, where May will compete in her next Pokémon Contest with Bulbasaur. Meanwhile, Team Rocket has just bought a cartload of berries to make PokéBlocks out of. Unfortunately, they aren't a type that PokéBlocks can be made out of. On board the boat, May meets a Trainer named Harley and his Cacturne. He is quickly annoyed by her though, because she doesn't recognize what a Cacturne is, nor does she bestow highest compliments on his cookies! Just prior to the Purika City contest, Max is nowhere to be found, until he runs up alongside Harley. May goes out and impresses the crowd with her Bulbasaur's Razor Leaf and Vine Whip, while Harley's Cacturne stuns the crowd with its lightning-fast Bullet Seed. Both of them progress to the next round. In the next round, Cacturne quickly takes out an Azurill. Harley tells May that her opponent, a Surskit, is slow in battle, so her Bulbasaur moves in close to the Surskit. She is surprised when Surskit's Quick Attack deals a beating to her Bulbasaur--in fact, that Surskit is known for its impressive speed! May eventually recovers enough to claim victory. In the next round, May faces off against Harley, and she's doing well with a strong combo of Vine Whip and Tackle. Just then, a recording plays over the loudspeakers--it's Max, telling an embarrassing story about May to Harley. She is mortified and angry, allowing Cacturne to hit Bulbasaur hard. Ash calls out to May, giving her focus. She combines Petal Dance and Razor Leaf for a beautiful knock-out blow. May wins the ribbon, and the kids head off. Meanwhile, Team Rocket is dreaming of being highly-successful PokéBlock vendors...
S8.E12 ∙ Claydol Big and Tall
When our heroes discover an enormous Poké Ball on an island, Team Rocket's meddling unleashes an ancient destructive force!
S8.E13 ∙ Falling in Love with Kucheat! Hasubrero's Flower Arrangement!!
Ash and Brock face off for a friendly training battle. Ash pits his Torkoal against Brock's Lombre, which it seems like a mismatch until Torkoal lets loose with Overheat, sending Lombre rocketing across the forest. The kids run after it, where they meet a Mawile that's become quite attracted to Lombre, along with its Trainer Samantha. Brock sees Mawile's crush as a way to get close to Samantha, and begs Lombre to be nice. Samantha performs ribbon dances with Mawile, so the two of them demonstrate. The entire group starts walking to a nearby town, when Brock spots a bouquet on the road. He goes to grab it, but it's a Team Rocket trap. They grab Mawile, and Lombre doesn't put up much of a fight. It takes Torkoal and Corphish to sort things out, and Corphish develops a crush on Mawile! But Mawile doesn't like Corphish, breaking its heart. That night, Samantha and Mawile are set to perform for a huge crowd, but the show is interrupted by Team Rocket once again. In a cloud of smoke, they grab a Pokémon--Lombre! Jessie and James are dismayed to find they made a mistake, though Lombre and Wobbuffet get along well. Leaving Brock behind to manage the crowd (with Corphish's help), the others catch up to the thieves, and Jessie puts up a fight simply because Ash wants Lombre back. Lombre finally puts up a fight, protecting Mawile. After the thieves blast off again, the kids return Lombre to Brock. During Samantha and Mawile's performance, Lombre wanders over to Samantha's backpack, taking a Water Stone out of it--and evolving into Ludicolo! It jumps on stage and joins the performance, amusing the crowd. The show is a success, but Mawile doesn't like Ludicolo now. A disappointed Brock joins Ludicolo in a happy dance to recover from their heartbreak.
S8.E14 ∙ Nuckrar and Vibrava! Lake of Illusion!
Lost in a desert, Ash and his friends see lots of identical pits in the ground--Trapinch burrows! A young woman named Elisa warns them they're trespassing on hazardous territory: these burrows connect to the many caves of the Trapinch Underground Labyrinth. Enter Hal, a Pokémon researcher and Elisa's old friend. He's being chased by a Donphan, but Elisa's Meganium clams Donphan down. It turns out that Hal once fell into a Trapinch burrow and discovered a lake in the Labyrinth--a lake where Trapinch gather and evolve into Vibrava! Now he's attached a transmitter to a Trapinch so he can find the lake again. Team Rocket appears and seizes Pikachu with their Diglett Supreme machine. But after Brock's Ludicolo breaks it and more Trapinch chew the machine to bits, Team Rocket and Pikachu don't have a leg (or machine) to stand on, and they fall into a burrow! Ash, Elisa, and Trapinch jump in after them, followed by Hal. As Max, Brock, and May wonder what to do, they fall into the burrow themselves and meet Elisa, Ash, and Trapinch. Trapinch wanders away just before the tunnel floods with water, sweeping Ash and his friends into the underground lake where Pikachu is already waiting. Trapinch strolls in, followed by Hal, and a happy reunion follows. Everyone watches a nearby group of Trapinch evolve into Vibrava--until Team Rocket swoops in and nets all the newly-evolved Pokémon. Brock and Elisa use Ludicolo and Meganium to free the trapped Vibrava, who then use Supersonic to deflect Team Rocket's attacks. Pikachu sends Team Rocket blasting off, the Vibrava fly everyone back to the surface, and all's well again as Ash and his friends head for the next town!
S8.E15 ∙ Absol! Creeping Shadow of Disaster
Ash is approaching the next town on Izabe Island when a sudden surge in the river destroys the bridge he was about to cross. An Absol is spotted in the wreckage, and the locals arrive to capture it. The town's bridges were mysteriously destroyed after the usually reclusive Absol began to appear in town about a month ago, so people now blame Absol for the disasters. Absol escapes, but the town has hired Absol hunters: Team Rocket in disguise! One boy, Nicky, still believes Absol is harmless--his brother, Gordon, set out to prove Absol's innocence weeks ago but never returned. Ash joins Nicky to find the truth, and they spot Absol just before a geyser erupts from a cliff, stranding Nicky, Max, and Pikachu. To everyone's surprise, Absol helps save the day, as does a Heracross that turns out to belong to Gordon. Gordon has finally returned after learning more about Absol. With his help, our heroes figure out that Absol was trying to warn the townspeople about the spring that feeds the river. There's much more water in the spring than usual, which means it could burst and flood the town. Sure enough, the water bursts out of the rocks, and it takes everyone's Pokémon working together with Absol to divert the flood with a giant boulder. A soggy Team Rocket makes a half-hearted attempt to nab Pikachu, but Absol puts a quick stop to that. With their homes now safe, the locals realize that Absol was harmless after all, and everyone is now a little wiser for the experience.
S8.E16 ∙ Catch Yukiwarashi!
In a snowy region of Izabe Island, Ash and his friends take a rest at a Pokémon Center. As they're greeted by Nurse Joy, a Snorunt steals Ash's badges right out of his backpack! Nurse Joy explains that this mischievous Snorunt is just having fun, but Ash certainly isn't. He sends Corphish and Pikachu to get his badges back, and the chase is on! The chase leads to the kitchen, where Team Rocket is busy helping themselves to all the food. Snorunt sends the thieves packing before leaping out the window, hotly pursued by Ash. As Snorunt taunts Ash, it slips and falls down an icy slope. Ash manages to save it, but he's knocked out in the process and his friends are unable to find him before a blizzard forces them back indoors. Ash awakens in a snug snow shelter built by Snorunt. It swipes his hat and takes it to the Pokémon Center, alerting Ash's friends. They follow Snorunt back to the shelter on snowmobiles but just as they reach Ash, Team Rocket grabs Snorunt and Pikachu! Snorunt breaks free, then helps Ash stop Team Rocket and save his friend. It seems Snorunt stole Ash's badges because it wanted to play with him. Ash invites Snorunt to join him, but first he must prove he's capable of capturing this wily Pokémon. With Pikachu's help, he does capture Snorunt--although it looks like this Pokémon may still be a real handful!
S8.E17 ∙ Rescue Ralts! Hurry Masato!
As Ash and his friends are taking a break, Max hears a cry for help and finds a sick Ralts. It's too weak to walk but needs to be treated at a Pokémon Center, so Max decides to carry it there. However, Team Rocket wants Ralts for themselves, dressing up as Gardevoir and Kirlia to steal it. When the Pokédex sees through Meowth's disguise, Team Rocket decides to fight, and Max must take Ralts and run while his friends fend off Team Rocket. Ralts becomes too ill to travel at all, but Max doesn't know what to do until Snorunt makes him an ice pack for Ralts fever. Now they can set off again, but Team Rocket makes another grab for Ralts. To everyone's surprise, they're sent packing by a real Gardevoir and Kirlia. They want Ralts returned, and its a tense stand-off until Gardevoir decides Max can be trusted and lets him continue. By the time Max reaches the Pokémon Center, Ralts is terribly sick. When Ash and the others arrive, Max bursts into tears and runs to May. Its a tense wait until Nurse Joy predicts a full recovery for Ralts. Once Ralts is well again, Max takes it outside and calls for Gardevoir and Kirlia. This summons Team Rocket's fakes again, but Ralts is healthy enough to take care of them itself. The real Pokémon appear and though Ralts doesn't want to leave, Max knows it must. But first he promises that when he's old enough to be a Trainer, he'll come back and find Ralts again so they can travel the world together.
S8.E18 ∙ The Great Eight Fate
Our heroes have arrived in Sootopolis at last, and Ash is ready to earn his eighth badge--but first it's time to watch the Sootopolis Gym Leader, Juan, put on an impressive water show! Team Rocket tries to snatch Juan's Water Pokémon with an electrified net, but his Pokémon work together to free themselves from Team Rocket's net and foil the plan. Ash challenges Juan to a battle, and of course Juan accepts. As a former champion Pokémon Coordinator, he intends to fight an elegant match. First Ash will face him in a 2-on-2 battle, followed by a second round of 1-on-1 battles. It's Snorunt and Pikachu against Sealeo and Seaking in the first round, and Ash is surprised by the speed with which Juan's Pokémon battle. Even Sealeo's Ice Ball attack is much faster than expected. Snorunt is knocked out and replaced by Corphish, and together Corphish and Pikachu manage to triumph over Sealeo and Seaking for a first round victory. In the second round, Ash sends out Grovyle to face Juan's Luvdisc. Luvdisc is an agile opponent, but more than that, it surprises Ash and Grovyle with Sweet Kiss. Grovyle is confused, and it might not be the only one--elsewhere in Sootopolis, Team Rocket has disguised James as Juan in preparation for another money-making scheme. What's Team Rocket up to, and how can Ash counter Juan's Luvdisc? These questions will be answered in the next episode!
S8.E19 ∙ Eight Ain't Enough
We rejoin the action in the middle of Ash's match against Juan, the Sootopolis Gym Leader. Ash's Grovyle has been confused by Luvdisc's Sweet Kiss and before it can snap out of it, Luvdisc knocks it out with Water Gun! Corphish must step up to take Grovyle's place. Team Rocket has dressed James up as Juan to attract an audience for their Water Illusion show, but back at the Gym, it's a tense back and forth as Corphish confronts Luvdisc. Luvdisc is fast, and when Corphish's attack creates a rain-like shower of water, its Swift Swim makes it even faster! But once that effect dissipates, Corphish wins the round, only to be defeated by Juan's next Pokémon, Whiscash. With no Water Pokémon and no talent, Team Rocket's Water Illusion is a very poor Water Pokémon talent show, but they've got a Plan B: sell merchandise and autographs! Naturally Team Rocket tries to swindle all their customers, but it turns out that Juan's fans include some tough Water Pokémon Trainers--never mess with a lady and her Blastoise! Team Rocket's plan is now officially all wet. After Swellow defeats Whiscash, Juan sends out his secret weapon: Milotic! Milotic takes down Swellow and then faces off with Pikachu. Milotic's Restore ability makes this a tough battle, but in the end Pikachu takes advantage of the water-filled battle stage to score a victory. Ash has earned his eighth badge and it's time to prepare for the Hoenn League!
S8.E20 ∙ Massuguma! The Shape of Friendship!?
When May discovers that two of her Poké Balls are missing, she naturally assumes it's Team Rocket! But the culprit could be someone else entirely...
S8.E21 ∙ Who, What, When, Where, Wynaut
When Ash and May see Drew training his Masquerain, May can't resist the challenge of a practice match. Beautifly and Masquerain battle it out in a Silver Wind showdown that's interrupted by who else but Team Rocket and their Magikarp submarine! They use a giant vacuum to snatch the Pokémon but accidentally snatch the Trainers as well, and in the confusion, Max bumps the sub's engine switch. The submarine rockets off until it hits an island, sending everyone flying! Now Jessie, James, and Meowth need to find Wobbuffet. Brock, Max, and Ash need to find Drew and May. And Drew and May are found by Roderick, a one-time coordinator who knows the ins and outs of Mirage Island. But when Drew and May try to get a closer look at Mirage Island's famed Liechi Berries, they fall into a river! Wynaut to the rescue! A herd of Wynaut rescue the pair and shelter them in their cave, where they've got plenty of Liechi Berries to eat. Elsewhere, Wobbuffet reunites with Team Rocket, and they're inspired to steal the Liechi Berries from the Wynaut. May is kidnapped when she tries to stop them, but Drew and the Wynaut come running. Roderick and Ash's group realize foul play is afoot and show up just in time to help Drew battle Team Rocket. Team Rocket is no match for teamwork--once Drew and May have their Pokémon perform a perfect double Silver Wind, it's all over! Team Rocket blasts off and Roderick helps everyone off the island. He also gives May a sweet souvenir that will help her in her upcoming contests: a basket of Liechi Berries to make great Pokéblock!
S8.E22 ∙ Roll! Loving Donfan!
May and her friends are headed to Pacifidlog Island for the last Pokémon Contest before the Grand Festival. But their boat has engine trouble and the pilot, Carlos, lands on a nearby island. To reach Pacifidlog in time, our heroes must cross the island to the port and take a ferry. But the island is full of Donphan, and it's breeding season--all the male Donphan perform a Roll Out dance of love to impress the females, which can be dangerous for any Trainers who happen to be in the way! Along the way, May and her friends cheer on a Donphan who wants to impress a brown female Donphan. Snorunt's Ice Beam turns the ground into an ice skating rink, and Donphan trips. Ash chases Snorunt, who won't go back into its Poké Ball, but just as he gets it back, the Donphan send everyone running! May and Ash make it to the port as the last ferry is about to leave... and May bravely decides to turn around and look for Max. May's Grand Festival debut will have to wait another year, but everyone is reunited, along with their Donphan friend and the brown Donphan. Donphan does a dance of love that wins her heart, but Team Rocket shows up and captures them both. May, fed up with Team Rocket's constant schemes, calls on her Pokémon to free the Donphan and stop Team Rocket. Once the Donphan are freed, they Roll Out together and Team Rocket blasts off yet again. Carlos finds May and her friends sadly standing at the port. His boat is fixed, and he takes them to Pacifidlog. Now it's up to May to win her fifth ribbon!
S8.E23 ∙ Disorderly Melee! Pokémon Contest - Kinagi Convention!: Part 1
Pacifidlog at last! May is practicing for her contest, and Ash wants Snorunt to practice Ice Beam. But Snorunt's wild aim hits Team Rocket instead and scares another Coordinator's Aipom. Skitty chases it, and May chases Skitty. She finds Skitty playing with another Coordinator, Joshua, and the two talk about the upcoming contest. Erica, a Coordinator who really likes Joshua, loses her cool when she sees them together and gives May a piece of her mind. Ash and the others show up, but so does Team Rocket! The villains grab Pikachu and Snorunt, so May and Joshua team up to stop them. Erica's so mad that May and Joshua are working together, she has Jynx use Hyper Beam to send Team Rocket flying. Then it's time to register for the contest, where Team Rocket also has a plan to enter the contest--with Meowth! The first competitor in the Pacifidlog Contest is the Jester and her Meowth. Both of them look awfully familiar, as does the Giovanni ice sculpture Meowth carves using Fury Swipes! Joshua, Erica, and May all do well and move onto the second round along with the Jester. To May's shock, she'll be facing Joshua in the second round! Erica wants Joshua to win so they can win the ribbon together, but there's no way May is going to give up!
S8.E24 ∙ Pacifidlog Jam
The second round of the Pacifidlog Contest begins! Erica and her Jynx face a suspiciously familiar team--the Jester and Meowth. Meowth is afraid of Jynx, so the Jester orders him to use Transform. Meowth disguises himself as a Sunflora, then a Kirlia, and finally a Wailord, but the scam is uncovered. The Jester reveals herself as Jessie and Team Rocket tries to snatch Jynx, but its Hyper Beam puts a stop to that! Erica jealously watches Joshua and Houndoom battle May and Skitty. The winner depends on which attack is stronger: Houndoom's Flamethrower or Skitty's Blizzard! They're well-matched, but Houndoom finally stumbles. With time up, May is ahead of Joshua in the points. On the final contest stage, Erica realizes May and Joshua both gave it their best. That matters more than petty jealousy, so Erica apologizes and shakes May's hand. Once their battle starts, Skitty has a hard time with Jynx's attacks so May decides to use Assist again and again, with mixed results... and she's running out of time! But Skitty's Assist finally comes up with Fire Spin, an attack that Jynx is weak against, giving May the advantage she needs to win! Afterward, Erica and Joshua promise to keep training separately so they can become great rivals as well as great partners. May and her friends say goodbye, then it's off to the Grand Festival and the Hoenn League!
S8.E25 ∙ With Haruka Delicious, Get Gonbe!!
The kids are now headed to Slateport City. But while eating berries, Ash bites into a Tamato Berry and burns his mouth! They reach a Pokémon Center and Ash goes off to practice Ice Beam with Snorunt, while May goes off to make PokéBlock. In the garden, Team Rocket is trimming hedges to earn money, but they're stepped on by an unrepentant Munchlax. They notice the Berry Blenders and get an idea. Brock and Max watch people make PokéBlock. May comes in with her killer top-secret recipe for PokéBlock: May's Purple Surprise! But it tastes terrible to Brock and Max. The Pokémon also hate it. But Munchlax wanders in and loves it! Team Rocket shows up dressed as professional PokéBlock tasters who claim to know all the secrets. Meowth and Wobbuffet then steal the PokéBlock while everyone's distracted. Oddly enough, Jessie also likes May's PokéBlock. But then the kids notice all of the PokéBlocks are missing and they blame it on Munchlax. It goes out into the garden and eats all the berries, but May stands up for it to the other kids. She tries to capture Munchlax but nothing works. James bites into a Tamato Berry and runs away in pain; the kids see him and realize he must be a fake. Backed into a corner, Team Rocket grabs Pikachu. Munchlax jumps into the Team Rocket balloon to eat all the PokéBlock. With Snorunt's help, the kids defeat the thieves. May tries to catch Munchlax; she throws the ball but Munchlax eats it. But it works, and she now has a new friend!
S8.E26 ∙ Less Is Morrison!
Our friends have stopped to eat, but Munchlax won't stop eating! Ash is training when he sees a sandwich come rolling down a hill, and Munchlax gulps down the sandwich. That's how Ash ends up meeting Morrison, the sandwich's owner, who decides to have a Pokémon battle with Ash: his Beldum against Ash's Pikachu! Pikachu's Iron Tail and Beldum's Take Down are evenly matched--it's a tie! After the battle, Morrison, who plans to enter the Hoenn League tournament, shows off his seven badges. When Ash tells him he needs eight badges to enter, he runs off to find a Gym. But since there's no Gym on the island, he ends up at the same Pokémon Center that Ash and his friends are staying at. The two Trainers constantly compete over everything, even which spot they're going to train in! Just as they reach a truce, however, Team Rocket kidnaps Pikachu and Beldum. Though they have no other Pokémon with them, Ash and Morrison chase the thieves down, then battle Team Rocket's Seviper and Cacnea by themselves! Pikachu and Beldum are freed and with their help, Team Rocket is quickly sent blasting off again. Now Ash is headed to Slateport with his friends, but as Morrison goes off to earn his eighth badge, the two rivals promise to meet each other again at Ever Grande!
S8.E27 ∙ Mysterious Thief Bannai & the Ribbon Cup!!
May is traveling to Slateport City in style: onboard a giant cruise ship that has the Grand Festival's prize Ribbon Cup on display! Officer Jenny reveals that even though Team Magma and Team Aqua have disbanded, a former Team Magma member--Brodie the Phantom Thief--is onboard and intent on stealing valuables. When May goes to see the Ribbon Cup, Munchlax bumps the display case, breaking the Cup and revealing that it's a fake. And without the Cup, the Grand Festival will be called off! Brodie must have stolen it, so a "Golden Poké Ball" is put on display as a lure. Disguised as the Captain, Brodie distracts May and her friends and steals the Poké Ball, but Officer Jenny had a tracking device installed in it and they set off in hot pursuit. They chase Brodie through the ship, finally cornering him on deck. Brodie has now disguised himself as Officer Jenny and the only way to distinguish between the two is with Brock's keen eye for lovely ladies. Once his ruse is rumbled, he escapes and Team Rocket tries for the Ribbon Cup instead. But Officer Jenny and Ash are up to the job, and Team Rocket's plans are thwarted.
S8.E28 ∙ Satoshi and Haruka! Heated Battles of Hoen!!
May aims to win the title of Top Coordinator.
S8.E29 ∙ Hi Ho Silver Wind!
May has arrived in Slateport City for the Grand Festival. Her mother, Caroline, has come to cheer her on, and her friends sent notes to wish her luck. With 247 competitors in the preliminary matches and only 64 slots in the main competition round, May will need more than just luck--especially when Drew and Harley are among the competitors, too! Harley is friendly towards May, but her friends are suspicious of the advice he gives her. Meanwhile, Team Rocket has dressed James up as Norman and offers free counseling sessions. When Trainers show up, their Pokémon are stolen! Harley sees this and drags May off to see "Norman." When she and her friends see the false Norman, Team Rocket's number is up. With Team Rocket's plan foiled, it's back to the competition. May uses Silver Wind just as Harley suggested, and it works great. She advances to the next round along with Harley and Drew. But Drew is still skeptical of Harley's motives as they prepare for the main competition.
S8.E30 ∙ Begin! Grand Festival!: Part 2
The Grand Festival is underway in Slateport. Harley asks May if they can train together for the main competition, and May agrees. She's not the only one training; Ash is also training Snorunt, but its Ice Beam hits a Pokémon coordinator named Anthony. Anthony was planning to compete in the Grand Festival with his Swalot... until three people stole his ribbons! The first round of the main competition begins with single Pokémon performances. Harley shows off his scary Banette as Jessie prepares to take the stage--as Anthony! She took his ribbons and disguised herself as him, but Officer Jenny, Ash, and the real Anthony are all waiting for her. Before she can get in a fight, James and Meowth exercise the better part of valor and drag her away. Now it's May's turn. Following Harley's advice, she has Skitty use Assist over and over, until Skitty performs a Petal Dance and confuses itself! Harley is delighted; Drew, who overhears him, is not. May orders Skitty to Double Slap itself back to normal and finish off with an impressive Blizzard. She apologizes to Harley for going against his advice, but Drew reveals that Harley was only pretending to be her friend to sabotage her. Drew and his Masquerain receive perfect scores for their performance, as does Robert and his Milotic. May just makes it into the second round, where she'll face Harley in a double-battle!
S8.E31 ∙ Rhapsody in Drew
May and Harley face off in the main competition of the Grand Festival! It's Harley's Banette and Cacturne against May's Beautifly and Bulbasaur. May's team gets in the first hits, but Harley makes a comeback and it takes some quick thinking for May to beat Harley and move onto the semifinals. Elsewhere, Jessie wants to impersonate a coordinator and sneak into the competition. Team Rocket decides to kidnap Robert, but Ash interrupts them as they make their move. Snorunt is hit by Team Rocket's Pokémon and evolves into a Glalie! Jessie thinks it's adorable, James thinks it's creepy, but either way, Glalie easily sends them packing. Back on the stage, May defeats Anthony's Pinsir and Combusken, but her next opponent will be an even greater challenge: Drew! And Drew has brought a Flygon he trained especially for the competition. Flygon and Roselia are up against Combusken and Skitty. It's a close fight but Roselia hits May's Pokémon with Stun Spore, followed by a Steel Wing from Flygon, and takes the win. Now it's Drew and Robert in the finals. To May's surprise, Robert earns the victory and wins the Festival. But Drew isn't upset--that night, even though there's a party, he goes right back to training. Impressed by his example, May sets her sights on next year's Grand Festival!
S8.E32 ∙ Let's Go with Survival!
Ash is ready to board the ferry to Ever Grande City when May comes running up--she's won four plane tickets to Ever Grande! Except once the kids are onboard, the flight crew turns out to be Team Rocket in disguise, and the plane is headed for Team Rocket headquarters! Now if only Team Rocket had thought to fill up the fuel tank first... Out of fuel, the plane makes an emergency landing on an island in the middle of the ocean. As Ash and his friends exit the plane, they meet Robin, a traveling salesman who's been stranded on the island for ages. Luckily, he also made a Wailmer friend to help him out! But Wailmer wasn't strong enough to carry Robin past the whirlpools that surround Wailmer Island, as Robin now calls it. Team Rocket tries to swim for it themselves, and find out firsthand how dangerous the whirlpools are! Brock realizes that with help from their Pokémon, the group can convert the airplane to a ship. Once the ship is finished, Team Rocket grabs Pikachu and steals the ship, but once again they've forgotten about the need for fuel. The ship ends up wrecked in a whirlpool, and Wailmer helps Ash save Pikachu just in time. Together, Wailmer and Pikachu stop Team Rocket, and Wailmer evolves into a huge Wailord! Now Wailord is strong enough to carry Robin, Ash, and his friends through the whirlpools and safely back to the ferry. But Robin, who realizes he never truly enjoyed his job in the city, decides to return to Wailmer Island with Wailord and live life to the fullest. As he departs, Ash and company turn their sights towards Ever Grande and the Hoenn League competition two weeks away!
S8.E33 ∙ Like a Meowth to a Flame
Ash and his friends have finally arrived in Ever Grande city for the Hoenn League Championships, but they're mobbed by a group of Murkrow as they're looking for a place to eat. A snappily-dressed Meowth and its Trainer, Tyson, jump into save the day. After introductions and a friendly lunch together, it's time to see the torch carried to the stadium. Tyson himself turns out to be the torch bearer! While Tyson heads for the stadium, Ash makes his preparations for the Hoenn league and wonders where Morrison is. Team Rocket is also making their preparations--to steal the torch, which burns with a legendary flame! When Tyson brings the torch to a storage room before the ceremonies, a disguised Team Rocket grabs the torch and runs! Officer Jenny, Nurse Joy, and our heroes all give chase and finally corner Team Rocket. Tyson's Meowth seizes the torch and dares Team Rocket's Meowth to try and take it back. Meowth, its pride wounded, takes up the challenge, but is quickly defeated by its new rival before Team Rocket is sent blasting off as usual. With the torch recovered, now the Hoenn League championships can get underway!
S8.E34 ∙ Start the Preliminaries! Masamune Appears!!
Where's Morrison? That's the question on Ash's mind as he trains his Pokémon in preparation for the big tournament in Ever Grande City. When Morrison finally makes his appearance, he and Ash immediately start up their friendly rivalry again, which leads to them falling into a Team Rocket pit trap! Tyson and his Meowth in boots show up just in time to help out--Tyson's Meowth defeats Team Rocket's Meowth once more, using Iron Tail to send the villains flying. Once everyone is registered for the tournament, the one-on-one preliminary rounds get underway. Morrison and Beldum face a Trainer with an Electabuzz, and Morrison is relying solely on Beldum's Take Down attack. This doesn't work too well until Beldum evolves into Metang and wins the match. As for Tyson, his Meowth takes some hits from a Persian, then comes back to win its first round. But once Persian is knocked out, Meowth charges after it and Tyson must recall it to its Poké Ball. Tyson later explains why his Meowth is so troubled. When he met Meowth, it was lying hurt in a forest after a Persian defeated it in a battle for leadership. Tyson took care of Meowth, which was how it got its boots--originally they were just to help protect its injured legs. But to this day it still has a grudge against Persian. And now it's Ash's turn to battle! Pikachu handily wins its round, so all three Trainers can look forward to their next challenge in the Hoenn League.
S8.E35 ∙ Opening! Saiyu Tournament!!
The preliminaries are over, and now the Hoenn League Championships begin in earnest! The qualifying round is all double battles, and Ash goes to watch Morrison's match against muscleman Gavin. Morrison's Growlithe and Gligar are up against Marowak and Machamp, and no punches are pulled in this all-out battle! It's not looking good for Morrison until Gligar uses Guillotine to knock Machamp out. But Marowak defeats Growlithe, and Gligar finally wins. Ash is jogging along after the match, minding his own business, when he falls into another Team Rocket pit trap. But just as they finish their motto, their new boss catches them in the act and shouts at them to get back to work. Team Rocket runs away and Ash wonders what's going on, but not for long--he's up next in the qualifying round! Ash sends out Torkoal and Corphish. His opponent Dominic sends out Swalot and Tropius, which may grant him an aerial advantage. But Ash's trusty Torkoal gives it all it's got, and takes down Tropius in a double KO. As for Swalot, its resilient body resists Corphish's attacks. Finally Corphish charges in, throws Swalot, and gets up close and personal to deliver a Bubble Beam that knocks its opponent out! Tyson has also won his first match, and now our Trainers move on to round 2!
S8.E36 ∙ To the Tournament Finals! Every Day a Heated Battle!
Ash, Tyson, and Morrison are all aiming for the top of the Hoenn League, but first they have to qualify for the Victory Tournament stage of the competition. In the third and final double battle qualification round, Ash sends out Glalie and Groyle against Clark, a conductor with two strong Fire-type Pokémon--Charizard and Quilava. Grovyle and Quilava are knocked out first, and it's an icy hot battle as Charizard and Glalie battle for victory! Thanks to Ash's quick thinking, Glalie bounces back for the win. Morrison and Tyson advance to the Victory Tournament, too. In fact, the only ones not getting anywhere are Team Rocket. It's hard to steal Pikachu when they're busy selling snacks at the stadium, but honest work has its rewards... a delicious dinner they didn't even have to steal! Meanwhile, the Trainers have a day off to see the sights and do some extra training. Now the Victory Tournament begins: 32 competitors, one winner! Ash's first opponent is Katie, a strategic Trainer who takes full advantage of type weaknesses and strengths. She starts out with Venomoth, but switches in Golduck to put Ash's Torkoal out of the match. Next up is Pikachu, but Katie counters with Dugtrio and sends Pikachu flying! Glalie knocks out Dugtrio, but is stopped by Misdreavus and its Destiny Bond attack. With Ash down three Pokémon and Katie only down two, will he be able to hang on to this match?
S8.E37 ∙ A Judgement Brawl
The first round of the Victory Tournament finds Ash in a tight spot. He has three Pokémon remaining; Katie, his opponent, has four. Katie's Golduck faces Corphish on a water field and uses its attack to confuse Corphish. Luckily, even confused, Corphish is one tough Pokémon! Its haphazard attacks manage to defeat Golduck. Then it's a tense series of battles as Ash rallies and knocks out all of Katie's Pokémon until only her Walrein remains! Walrein knocks out Swellow and Corphish with no problem, but Ash's spur of the moment tactics and Groyvle's fighting ability are still a force to be reckoned with. Walrein's Ice Beam has the side effect of freezing over the water, which means it can no longer dive to avoid attacks, and Grovyle takes full advantage of the situation to strike fast and hard. Victory to Ash! The next round draw is completed, and to their mutual shock, Ash and Morrison will be battling each other. Morrison runs off, stunned by the thought of battling his friend. And where has Team Rocket been all this time? Still working hard to sell snacks at the stadium! Their boss will even take them out for dinner if things keep going well. Will the promise of food actually keep Team Rocket out of trouble? The next day, Morrison and Ash begin their match. Morrison doesn't have the heart to battle, and his Girafarig is quickly beaten by Corphish. Will he recover in time to make it a good match, or will this experience affect his friendship with Ash?
S8.E38 ∙ Choose it or Lose It!
Morrison and Ash are battling each other in the Hoenn League, and Morrison is so upset he can't bring himself to choose his next Pokémon after his Girafarig is knocked out! He's almost disqualified before he decides to send Growlithe out against Ash's Corphish. But Morrison doesn't have Growlithe attack, and his Pokémon is quickly knocked out. Ash angrily demands to know why Morrison isn't fighting, which makes Morrison realize his Pokémon are counting on him to give it his best, too. He rallies and brings out Swampert--both it and Corphish unleash their strongest attacks, resulting in a double KO! It's time for a battlefield change and Morrison apologizes to Ash. Then, Pikachu and Morrison's Steelix take to the grass battlefield. Another head-to-head battle results in Pikachu out of the match, and Torkoal is defeated as well! It's up to Grovyle to beat Steelix, but Morrison's agile Gligar gets the better of their aerial battle. Gligar and Ash's Swellow have another double KO, so this match will be decided by Glalie and Metang. Some clever strategy wins the day for Ash, who becomes one of only 8 semifinalists! Elsewhere, Team Rocket's work as snack sellers pays off when their boss takes them to the all-you-can-eat buffet as a reward. But is he making a big mistake in trusting them? And Ash and Tyson will face each other in the semifinals, in a match that begins with a real bang!
S8.E39 ∙ Conclusion of the Fierce Fighting! The Road to Championship!!
It's the battle between Ash and Tyson to decide who moves on to the final four of the Hoenn League, and Glalie and Sceptile are already out! Tyson's Shiftry is ill-matched against Ash's Torkoal and its fiery attacks, but Tyson sends in Hariyama to beat the heat and defeat Torkoal. Corphish is next, but Hariyama defeats it too! At the halftime break, Morrison tries to give Ash a pep talk. When the match resumes, Swellow and Hariyama battle until Swellow is the victor. Swellow then goes on to beat Tyson's Donphan, but Tyson has a powerful Metagross waiting! Despite Swellow's determination, Metagross knocks it out--but Swellow did some damage, and Ash sends Grovyle out to hammer on that weak spot. Grovyle still can't stop Metagross but Pikachu finishes the job, so Tyson sends out the ace up his sleeve: his Meowth! Team Rocket's Meowth cheers its fellow Pokémon on from the stands. Tyson's Meowth can counter Pikachu's Thunderbolt with one of its own, so the battle comes down to Iron Tail vs Iron Tail. Exhausted, both Pokémon finally fall to the ground, and though they get back up, Pikachu cannot continue. Team Rocket's Meowth is delighted, but not for long--Jessie and James have been caught stealing Pokémon by their new boss, who sends all three flying! Tyson goes on to win the Hoenn League and Ash, happy that he battled his best, can now look forward to his next big adventure.
S8.E40 ∙ The Scheme Team
The gang splits up and heads for their separate homes. While passing through Viridian City, Ash has a battle with Agatha, a member of the Elite Four. After the battle, an agent, named Scott, tells Ash about the Battle Frontier.
S8.E41 ∙ Okido Laboratory! All Members Assemble!
Max and May come to visit Ash in Pallet Town, along with Misty and Brock, and they all make plans for another journey together-this time, to the Battle Frontier.
S8.E42 ∙ Mt. Moongazing! With Py, Pippi, and Pixy!
While traveling toward Mount Moon, the gang run into Team Rocket, once again. After a fierce battle with them, Misty, Max, and Pikachu become separated from the group.
S8.E43 ∙ Numero Uno Articuno
The Battle Factory is Ash's next destination--if he can find it, that is. He and his friends have become lost, but they see snow and an Articuno flying overhead, followed by a plane in distress. The group winds up at a Pokémon Center, where Scott gives them a ride to the Battle Factory. There they meet Noland, who's not just the Factory Head but also a bit of a mechanical mastermind, and the pilot of the plane they saw last night. Ash can pick which of Noland's Pokémon he wants to battle. Noland has befriended an Articuno whom he helped once, and he takes Max and Pikachu up in his plane to fly with the Legendary Pokémon. Team Rocket wants Articuno for themselves, and they show up in their own plane to steal it. It's no match for Articuno, who quickly sends them on their way. Impressed, Ash decides he wants to battle Articuno. What's more, he wants to battle it with Charizard! It looks like this is shaping up to be quite a match...
S8.E44 ∙ The Symbol Life
Ash has opted to battle Articuno with Charizard in his Battle Factory match. Now he's busy training with Charizard, who has gotten even stronger during its time in the Charicific Valley. Team Rocket, secretly watching from the roof of the Battle Factory, are hopeful they can snatch the impressive Pokémon for themselves. But when the battle gets underway, the roof of the Battle Factory opens and they fall into the main chamber where everyone can see them. Articuno and Charizard waste no time in clearing out the intruders before Noland and Ash get down to business. This Articuno is tough and knows a Water-type attack, so Charizard is in for a rough time. The two Pokémon wage a fast-paced flying battle that looks like it might end in Noland's favor as Articuno ices up Charizard's wing. Good thing for Ash that Charizard has a new trick in store: Overheat! Articuno also packs a powerful Steel Wing, but Charizard grabs it mid-attack and turns the move into a Seismic Toss. Articuno tries to get back up and battle, to no avail. Ash is awarded the Knowledge Symbol along with a Frontier Folio to hold his Battle Frontier Symbols, and Noland congratulates him on a battle well-fought. Next stop, the Battle Arena!
S8.E45 ∙ Hooked on Onix
Ash's Battle Factory victory has him eager to reach the next Battle Frontier stop right away, but even he has to stop for food and water. Munchlax takes care of the Pokémon food by eating it all, which sets off a squabble that disturbs the local Geodude. The Geodude chase Ash and May's Pokémon, and some of them are separated in the commotion. Ash and May have to find their missing Pokémon! An Onix leads the Rock-type Pokémon that live in the area, and they're none too happy about the intruders. Team Rocket sees this and convinces Onix that Ash and his friends are up to no good. Phanpy and Squirtle reunite with Pikachu, Corphish, and then Munchlax, but they're captured by Rock Pokémon working with Team Rocket. Elsewhere, Brock is captured as well! Ash finds Onix and Team Rocket, but now all his friends and their Pokémon have been snagged! Ash tries to tell Onix that he's not a villain, and Onix decides that they'll battle. If Ash wins, his friends go free. If Ash loses... well, he'd better win! Ash choses Grovyle, who has a type advantage against Onix, and wins the round. Team Rocket tries plan B: steal all the Pokémon outright. But Ash tells Grovyle to defend Onix against their attack, and it's clear now who the good guys are. May and the others are freed, and together everyone protects the wild Pokémon from Team Rocket. Once the villains are sent flying, Onix makes amends by giving our heroes an escorted ride out of its valley.
S8.E46 ∙ Purin's Song, Papa's Song!
On their way to the Battle Arena, Ash and his friends are snagged by a net trap. But for once, it's not Team Rocket--it's a fellow named Mitch and his Loudred, and they're tyring to catch Jigglypuff! Mitch used to be a company executive until his daughter Lisa requested a Jigglypuff for her birthday, and for six months he's been in the woods trying to get one. Every Jigglypuff comes to tease him, and every day Jigglypuff gets away scot free. Plus, Lisa's birthday is tomorrow! Ash decides to help Mitch out, but Jigglypuff puts everyone to sleep, even Team Rocket. What's more, it's tough, and it's not impressed when they try to lure it with food! So they trick it into battling Loudred and using Rollout, which rolls it right into the cabin--now covered in sound-reflecting panels. Pikachu battles Jigglypuff until it uses Sing, and the echoes of its attack put it to sleep. Now Mitch can catch Jigglypuff, but he realizes it belongs in the forest after all. He and the kids return to town, where Lisa is happy to have her dad home even if he didn't bring a Jigglypuff. Just then, Jigglypuff comes flying in, angry at Mitch for leaving. It turns out that Jigglypuff liked playing with Mitch, and it decides to stick around. So now Lisa has two new Pokémon friends!
S8.E47 ∙ On Cloud Arcanine
May and Ash are waiting on line outside a popular bakery when an Arcanine runs past. May wants to catch it, but she sees that Drew is chasing it too! Thanks to Extremespeed, Arcanine easily escapes. May catches up to it while it's eating and sends out Combusken, but Arcanine outruns her Pokémon. So Ash and his friends stop to ask a woodsman about Arcanine, and he points them to locations where it sometimes appears--but he also told Drew the same information about an hour ago. Meanwhile, Team Rocket has been fired from the bakery for eating the merchandise, and a combination of Wobbuffet and hunger leads them to a Pecha grove. Ash and his friends are waiting in the grove; when Arcanine shows up, they send it towards May and Squirtle. Arcanine uses Roar on Squirtle, and May sends out Munchlax to use Metronome. Metronome gives Munchlax Extremespeed, speed it uses to eat all the Pecha berries. By the time Team Rocket arrives, the trees have been picked clean! They do spot Arcanine, however, and decide to nab it for the boss. May and Drew again run into each other on a high ledge and see Arcanine run off again. Irate, May challenges Drew to see who gets Arcanine, and Drew's Flygon quickly defeats May's Squirtle. Both Coordinators chase after Arcanine anyway, only to find it feeding Pecha berries to its young Growlithe. Team Rocket kidnaps Arcanine and the Growlithe, but Drew and May team up to free them and defeat Team Rocket. May and Drew then decide not to break up Arcanine's family, and they let it go on its way. Drew goes on his way too, but not before he tells May to try the Pokémon Contest in Saffron City. Excited, our heroes set their sights on their next destination!
S8.E48 ∙ Koduck's Depression
A Psyduck is frantically running from a Machop, Machoke, and Machamp when it hurls headlong into Ash and friends, on their way to the Pokémon Contest in Saffron City. Ash sends out Phanpy, who drives off the three Superpower Pokémon. Brock feeds the Psyduck, who makes fast friends with Phanpy and Pikachu. Meanwhile, the Superpower Pokémon trio returns to their Trainer, a rich girl named Emily who orders them not to return unless they have Psyduck in tow. They dutifully head out again. The kids and Psyduck walk along until they reach a hill where a disguised Team Rocket coerces them into trying out "grass-sledding." But as they're coasting down the grassy hill, Jessie activates a trap that sends the kids barreling around like pinballs and then Meowth catches Psyduck and Phanpy in a net. Team Rocket begins to escape with the two Pokémon using their balloon, but Machop, Machoke, and Machamp show up just in time to pull them back down. Team Rocket is sent blasting off, and Emily arrives to take her Psyduck home. Back at Emily's mansion, everyone notices that despite the posh surroundings, Psyduck is not happy there. Ash and May have a practice battle on the grounds, and they find out that Emily never lets Psyduck battle. Brock speculates that it's lonely. Team Rocket shows up again, and this time Psyduck eagerly steps up to the plate to drive them off. Emily doesn't know how to battle, so Max gives her some advice. Psyduck holds its own against Cacnea, Seviper, and Meowth, just before Pikachu sends the thieves off with Thunderbolt. Emily realizes that she needs to bond with her Pokémon more, and considers going on her own Pokémon journey as the kids resume their own travels.
S8.E49 ∙ Nyula and Barrierd! Whose Restaurant!?
Chasing after a hungry Munchlax, Ash and his friends end up at Rhonda's, a restaurant run by a girl named Rhonda with Mr. Mime as its head chef. Team Rocket stumbles across another restaurant, Rhoda's, run by a girl named Rhoda with Sneasel as its head chef. Meowth quickly takes a disliking to Sneasel, but Jessie and James want it for Team Rocket. Back at Rhonda's, Mr. Mime puts on a fantastic show for Ash and company, but the food is terrible. Over at Rhoda's, Sneasel's food looks terrible, but it tastes fantastic--except for Meowth's, because Sneasel purposely made him a horrible meal. The two start to fight, breaking through the restaurant wall and right into Rhonda's. Rhonda and Rhoda are actually twin sisters who split up the family restaurant; Rhoda accuses Rhonda, and they challenge each other to see who deserves to run the place. Team Rocket coaches Sneasel while Brock advises Mr. Mime, and after a night's practice it's time to allez cuisine! Mr. Mime's presentation is great, but now Sneasel also puts on a show. It looks like a close battle until Team Rocket steals the chefs and Pikachu too! Team Rocket hops in their balloon to make a getaway, but Rhonda tells Mr. Mime to use Trick and Psychic. This frees all three Pokémon, who head home and send Team Rocket packing along the way. Impressed, Rhoda leaves the restaurant to Rhonda. But Rhonda makes Rhoda co-manager and Sneasel the head chef; with everyone working together, the restaurant is now better than ever! And after a wonderful meal, Ash and his friends can happily continue on their way.
S8.E50 ∙ Evolution! That Mystery and Wonder!!
On their way to Saffron City, Ash and his friends encounter a Caterpie and its Trainer-in-training, Xander, who mistakes them for lab robbers. Fortunately, Dr. Gordon, the lab owner and Xander's teacher, shows up and things are sorted out. The kids visit Dr. Gordon's lab, where he makes all kinds of strange inventions. Of course, Team Rocket wants to steal them all! Caterpie helps catch them in the act, but in the process, Dr. Gordon's briefcase opens and blue candies roll out. Caterpie eats some and grows until it's big enough to send Team Rocket blasting off. The Mystery Candy Complete keeps Caterpie growing until it's bigger than a building! The giant Caterpie heads into town as people flee in a panic. Climbing the local radio tower, it then evolves into Metapod. Elsewhere, Team Rocket discovers that Wobbuffet stole some Mystery Candy too, so they head back into town and kidnap Dr. Gordon. The Candy makes Dustox and Cacnea huge--Dustox is so big that Team Rocket hops on its back and flies away with Dr. Gordon! Metapod evolves into a giant Butterfree just in time for Ash and Xander to give chase. After some aerial maneuvers, Dustox suddenly shrinks back to normal size. Butterfree catches it but Team Rocket plummets into a pond. No sooner do they emerge than Officer Jenny arrives with Ash's friends, and when Team Rocket puts up a fight, Pikachu and Butterfree send them on their way once more. Eventually Butterfree returns to normal size too, and Ash says farewell to Xander and his newly-evolved friend--as well as Dr. Gordon, who's now more enthusiastic about his inventions than ever!
S9.E1 ∙ Fear Factor Phony
Ash and friends wander into a ghost town, where they try to help settle a dispute between a group of Ghost-type Pokémon and a group of Psychic-type Pokémon.
S9.E2 ∙ Enter Manene! Mansion of Rest!
When James' Chimecho falls ill, he brings it to his old mansion to recover. May's Munchlax is also sick and an old man and woman bring it to the same mansion Team Rocket is at. Jessie and Meowth then decide to steal all the Pokémon in the garden while the others are taking care of Chimecho and Munchlax... Afterwards, James is force to leave Chimecho behind so it can recover..
S9.E3 ∙ Mizugorou and Mokoko! Wonder Drug of Love!?
When Brock's Mudkip evolves into a Marshtomp, it accidentally injures a Flaaffy with a wayward Mud Shot. Brock apologizes profusely to Flaaffy's Trainer, Mariah, and offers to go get some medicine, but Mariah has a better idea. She takes our heroes to meet her grandmother, Katie, whose specialty is making Pokémon medicines that are in big demand by Pokémon Trainers everywhere. This of course includes Team Rocket...although their only demand is to steal everything they can from Katie, including her entire medicine supply! They're unsuccessful, thanks in large part to Katie's other employee, a young man named McCauley, who displays surprising courage when he teams up with Mariah to stand up to Team Rocket. Katie, much impressed with her two brave employees, decides to retire and let them take over the business. In the process, Mariah and McCauley discover that they have feelings for each other--much to Brock's disappointment!
S9.E4 ∙ Wheel of Frontier
Finally, it's time for Ash's second frontier battle. The Battle Arena's frontier brain, Greta, won't give up her Guts Symbol without a fight. Will Ash be able to beat Greta in a double battle using his Grovyle and Snorlax against her Medicham and Hariyama?
S9.E5 ∙ Breeding House Practitioner and the Pokémon Egg!
As they continue towards the Battle Dome and May's 2nd contest, Ash and co. happen upon a farm dedicated to raising Pokémon eggs when May accidently falls into a group of Voltorb protecting it. They meet a young girl, Nicolette, who takes care of the farm with her parents, Christopher and Jeannie. However, Nicolette's true dream is to venture out into the world and become a Pokémon Coordinator. The only problem is, as her parents tell the group, she doesn't feel ready to leave the farm behind. While May contends with Nicolette's jealousy at her actually being a coordinator, Team Rocket works on a plan to poach every egg for themselves.
S9.E6 ∙ Weekend Warrior
May competes against a former rock'n'roll guitarist and band leader in the Silver Town Pokémon Contest for her second Kanto ribbon!
S9.E7 ∙ On Olden Pond
Still heading to the Battle Dome and Ash's 3rd symbol, the gang decides to stop at a pond and go fishing. Unfortunately, the place is deserted and the owner of the shop says that a rich man wants to buy the lake to turn it into a resort paradise. Ash, not willing to stand and do nothing decides to fight the man who wants the lake and his Crawdaunt. Will he be able to defeat Crawdaunt with his Corphish or will the lake be the man's to keep?
S9.E8 ∙ Battle Dome! Fusion of Fire and Water!!
Ash Ketchum arrives at the Battle Dome, and challenges Dome Ace Tucker to a battle. Tucker gives Ash one of the toughest challenges of his life. Can Ash overcome the superb tactics of Tucker and win his 3rd Frontier Symbol?
S9.E9 ∙ Reversing the Charges
Ash wins his third Battle Frontier symbol, the Tactics Symbol. On their way to the next Battle place the Battle Pike, Ash and friends encounter an Elekid. After an accident, May's Egg becomes stuck in Elekid's antenna and it runs off. Now Ash and the others must find Elekid and get May's Egg back... Meanwhile, Ash's Phanpy evolves into a Donphan.
S9.E10 ∙ The Green Guardian
The Mythical Pokémon Celebi has been injured in the forest, and Ash and friends, along with a Pokémon Ranger, nurse Celebi back to health.
S9.E11 ∙ From Cradle to Save
Ash and friends have arrived at Ninja School, where they meet a Bonsly who cries a lot and that does not get along with the other pokemon at the school. Then Team Rocket appears and decides to capture all of the Pokémon at the school. later in the episode Brock captures the Bonsly.
S9.E12 ∙ Haruka Travels Through Time!!
Ash and friends have arrived at Fuschia City for Ash's fourth Battle Frontier battle. But May's Squirtle seems to have vanished. The frightened May began searching for her Squirtle. Meanwhile, May arrives at a mysterious old station, where she meets an old woman, named Kuni. She has not been able to comprehend her husband Isao's death in a faraway town many decades ago, and has hence waited at the station ever since. Will May be able to save Isao's life...?
S9.E13 ∙ Queen of the Serpentine!
Our heroes have arrived at the Battle Pike where Ash will battle Pike Queen Lucy to win his 4th Battle Frontier Symbol.
S9.E14 ∙ Off the Unbeaten Path
On their way to the Battle Palace, our heroes arrive on Potpourri Island by boat. They meet the local Pokémon Center's Nurse Joy, who tells them about a Pokémon Orienteering competition that's about to begin! In this competition, each Trainer teams up with a single Pokémon, and each team travels to several different locations, using a map to locate the spots. They stamp their maps at each check-in point, and the first team with five stamps wins the prized "Pokémon Teamwork" medal! The Team Rocket trio attend in disguise, but James decides to compete in earnest, while Jessie and Meowth attempt to foil our heroes' efforts. When the competition comes to an end, the winners are none other than James and Mime Jr.! Nurse Joy overhears May talking about her Pokémon Contest ambitions and tells her there's a contest coming up right there on Potpourri Island. Of course, May can't wait to enter!
S9.E15 ∙ Gonbe's Debut Battle! Harley and Taking the Game Seriously!
When our heroes cross Potpourri Island to Wisteria Town so May can participate in a contest there, they are surprised (to say the least) to run into May's treacherous rival, Harley! This colorful character has won multiple Pokémon Contests--often through the use of unsavory tactics--and is not fond of anyone he competes against. This of course makes for a wild and frenzied competition when they meet up in the final round, where May's Munchlax makes its contest debut against Harley's Octillery! May seems to be ahead when Harley commands Octillery to use Rest. Munchlax can't land enough hits before Octillery wakes up, fully healed, and takes Munchlax down! Harley wins the Wisteria Ribbon, and though May is disappointed, she decides to look on the bright side--she's learned a lot that will help her in her next contest. What's more, someone has sent her an unsigned note of admiration and a lovely rose...does May have a secret admirer?
S9.E16 ∙ Juptile vs. Tropius! Grassland Duel!!
On their way to Chrysanthemum Island for May's next Pokemon Contest, our heroes have stopped on Chamomille Island, home to many interesting kinds of Pokemon! Ash discovers that his Grovyle has wandered off and gotten into a fight with a territorial Tropius. At the Pokemon Center, Nurse Joy is assisted by a lovely Meganium, who immediately wins Grovyle's heart--but when it turns out Meganium and Tropius are a couple, the jealous Grovyle goes to challenge it to a rematch. Team Rocket interrupts the battle, stealing both Meganium and Tropius, and Grovyle evolves into Sceptile to battle the villains...but it's so upset that none of its attacks are working. Meganium and Tropius make a great team, working together to blast Team Rocket off, and it becomes obvious to Sceptile that the two of them are meant to be. Nurse Joy assures Ash that Sceptile will be fine, and our heroes continue their journey.
S9.E17 ∙ Pokémon Contest! Yuzuriha Convention!!
May enters the Chrysanthemum Convention Pokemon Contest in hopes of winning her 3rd ribbon. Jessie of Team Rocket also enters this contest, but she uses James's Mime. Jr as her partner for the contest. Can May and Combusken win against the newly forged team of Jessie and Mime Jr.?
S9.E18 ∙ Cutting the Ties That Bind!
After arriving on Metallica Island, Ash and Sceptile are training for their next Frontier battle, but Sceptile is still having trouble with its attacks. Frustrated, it runs into the forest with Ash and Pikachu in pursuit. But when they're confronted by an angry swarm of Beedrill, they're injured trying to escape, and Ash and Pikachu fall into a river and are separated. After being washed downstream, Pikachu is rescued by Spenser, the wise old Frontier Brain of the Battle Palace. Meanwhile, an injured Ash and Sceptile continue their search for Pikachu, only to get attacked again by the Beedrill. They're finally rescued by Spenser and Pikachu, along with Brock, May, Max, and Scott, who have joined up with them during their search. After a long, hard day, Ash asks Spenser if he can challenge him to a battle tomorrow, and he agrees, leaving our heroes to a good night's sleep!
S9.E19 ∙ Fierce Fighting! Jungle Battle at the Battle Palace!!
Ash challenges Palace Maven Spencer in attempt to win his fifth Battle Frontier symbol.
S9.E20 ∙ Usohachi King and Manene Queen!?
After yet another Team Rocket attempt to capture Pikachu ends in a massive explosion that sends Pikachu, Bonsly, Mime Jr., and Meowth flying, our heroes come across a large group of screaming fans chasing after the stars of TV's latest hit drama series, Queen Mime Jr. and King Bonsly. Meanwhile, Brock's Bonsly and James's Mime Jr. have been mistaken for the stars and get into a chase of their own. After our heroes (and villains) and their Pokémon are reunited, they learn that the real King Bonsly and Queen Mime Jr. have collapsed from stress and exhaustion, so they're asked to fill in for the stars. While filming, Team Rocket ruins a scene and gets thrown off the set. A wild Pokémon battle ensues, and while our heroes, Team Rocket, and all their Pokémon hurl one attack after another, the director, who's filming the event, happily declares this last scene the greatest work of his career!
S9.E21 ∙ The Red Lightning of Skyscrapers!
On their way to Ash's next Battle Frontier challenge, our heroes take a sightseeing tour of Commerce City, where they learn of a mysterious talking Pokémon named Red Lightning, who has been challenging and terrorizing Trainers all over town. Vowing to get to the bottom of this, our heroes eventually find their way to the skyscraper mansion of Luna, Red Lightning's Trainer, and discover that the mysterious "talking" Pokémon is actually a Scizor in disguise, equipped with a microphone. Luna is utterly shocked when Ash defeats Red Lightning with his Sceptile, and our heroes learn that she's a lonely girl whose famous inventor parents are rarely around and who plays tricks on people so they'll pay attention to her. May offers to take her on in a real Pokémon battle, and though Luna loses again, she has so much fun that she promises to battle honestly from now on and stop making mischief.
S9.E22 ∙ Decisive Game! Haruka vs Takeshi!!
As May prepares to enter the Gardenia Pokémon Contest with hopes of earning her fourth ribbon, our heroes meet a Pokémon breeder named Yuma who recognizes Brock as a fellow breeder. Thanks to their mutual admiration and Yuma's history as a Grand Festival champion, she talks him into entering his first Pokémon Contest! He's nervous at first, but Bonsly's performance is impressive, and he makes it all the way to the finals--where his Marshtomp takes on May's Eevee, who's also competing for the first time! An unpredictable battle ensues, and when time runs out, May just barely squeaks by with the win, claiming her fourth ribbon! Yuma is delighted at Brock's performance, but decides that he has enough natural talent that he doesn't need her help. May is one win away from qualifying for the Grand Festival, and Brock won't be getting in her way--he's not interested in training for any more contests!
S9.E23 ∙ Muchul and Three Rougela Sisters!
As our heroes approach the final mountain they need to cross before getting to Cremini Town and Ash's sixth Battle Frontier challenge, they come across a cute little Smoochum that immediately steals everyone's hearts. But Smoochum is under the protection of three Jynx, who think our heroes are a threat--and end up going on a rampage through the whole town! When the Team Rocket trio decide to steal Smoochum for themselves, Ash manages to convince the Jynx that he wants to help, and risks life and limb to rescue Smoochum from the tall tower where Jessie has taken it! Just then, Jessie loses her balance, Smoochum starts to fall, and Ash leaps to catch it in midair! The Jynx use their psychic powers to keep them from hitting the ground, and when they land, Smoochum evolves! Our heroes bid farewell to the four happy Jynx and continue their Battle Frontier journey.
S9.E24 ∙ Enter the Tower Tycoon, Lila!!
Ash arrives with his friends at the Battle Tower where he will challenge Salon Maiden Anabel. While Anabel has the ability to control her Pokémon with her mind Ash must give it all to win his sixth symbol. Will Ash be able to win from the Battle Tower's mastermind?
S9.E25 ∙ Battle Tower! Telepathy Battle!!
Ash battles Frontier Brain Anabel once again. Can he win this time?
S9.E26 ∙ Pokémon Ranger: Deoxys Crisis! - Part 1
The gang meet up with Pokemon Ranger Lana as she tries to investigate the source of geomagnetic waves that have been occurring in the area. Lana believes it's because of Deoxys.
S9.E27 ∙ Pokémon Ranger! Deoxys Crisis!!: Part 2
Deoxys explains it past to Max using Meowth as a puppet. Meanwhile, the rest of the gang finds out that the geometric energy may actually be cause by the meteorite.
S9.E28 ∙ All That Glitters Is Not Golden!
Ash and May spot a Sudowoodo of a strange golden color roaming the woods! Ash tries to catch it, but it escapes, and they try to convince Brock and Max of what they've seen. Several townsfolk overhear them and gather around, hoping for more information about the local "Legend of the Golden One"! Our heroes are trapped in the crowd until a boy named Keenan helps them escape. It turns out that Keenan is Sudowoodo's Trainer, and that a failed experiment is the source of its golden color. He wants to find Sudowoodo and return it to normal, but after the experiment, it ran away, afraid of him! When Team Rocket shows up in the forest to nab Sudowoodo, Keenan fiercely defends it, earning its trust again. It follows him home, where he reverses the experiment and returns Sudowoodo to its natural color. The townsfolk will just have to keep looking for their "Golden One"...
S9.E29 ∙ Harley and Team Rocket! Formation of a Villainous Alliance!?
May enters the Mulberry Pokémon Contest, her last chance to win a fifth ribbon and qualify for the Grand Festival! To make matters worse, May's shady rival Harley shows up to taunt her with the five ribbons he's already won--and when he learns the true identity of competitor "Jessebella," he offers to help her to a Team Rocket victory by letting her use his Pokémon in the contest! Jessie, James, Meowth, and Harley create a plot to sabotage May's performance while bolstering Jessie's. During May's first round, she and her Combusken keep falling and losing points, until Ash discovers that Harley's Ariados is shooting webs from offstage to keep her off balance! Pikachu foils their plot with a Thunderbolt, and May and Combusken recover, making a strong finish to get to the second round along with "Jessebella" and six other Coordinators. Harley angrily storms off, leaving Jessie with an ominous vow to stop May at all costs...
S9.E30 ∙ Haruka vs Musashi! The Last Contest!!
May has gotten past the first round of the Mulberry Pokémon Contest despite some dirty tricks from Harley and Team Rocket. James and Meowth capture and lock up our heroes, but May's friend and rival Drew rescues them, and they all make their way back to watch May versus "Jessebella" in the final round. Armed with Harley's Banette, Jessie appears unbeatable, but she quickly loses her temper at a simple misstep, and Banette stops listening to her. It's still powerful enough to prolong the battle until time runs out--and the score is tied! Because the Grand Festival is coming up, emcee Lillian announces an unusual "sudden death" playoff, and the battle continues. May and Squirtle's timing and teamwork prove too much for Jessie to handle, and she loses, prompting a furious Harley to denounce Team Rocket...and relish the thought of defeating May at the Grand Festival, where the two of them and Drew will all be competing!
S9.E31 ∙ Team Rocket Dissolution!? Respective Roads!
Ash and friends make a stop in Sable City, where a one-day Pokémon battle tournament is about to take place! Ash decides he wants to enter, but the tournament turns out to be an evil scheme to steal the competitors' Poké Balls, cooked up by Team Rocket...not Jessie and James this time, but another pair of villains, Butch and Cassidy! Meanwhile, Jessie and James have decided to part ways after a squabble, and when they show up for the phony tournament, Jessie teams up with Butch and James with Cassidy. These unusual pairings are quite successful at stealing Poké Balls, but thanks to the efforts of our heroes, the villains' plot is thwarted and all the Poké Balls are returned to their rightful owners. With a tearful speech, Meowth convinces his friends Jessie and James that they should make up and be a team again, and they relent...only to be back to their old tricks in no time!
S9.E32 ∙ Grating Spaces!
As our heroes arrive in Pewter City for a visit with Brock's family, they discover that three Gym remodelers (really Team Rocket in disguise) have convinced his parents to go on vacation while they overhaul Brock's old Gym--leaving Brock's nine younger brothers and sisters to fend for themselves! Brock tries to convince the remodelers to stop their work, but they refuse unless he beats them in battle. His Steelix and Ash's Donphan go up against Team Rocket's borrowed Charizard and Aggron, and at first our heroes seem to be losing, but the inevitable bickering between Jessie and James causes their strategy to fall apart. Ash and Brock win, and the Pewter Gym is returned to its original condition. When Brock's parents get home, he has some choice words about their thoughtless behavior, but forgives them when they apologize and promise never to do it again. After their visit, Ash and friends head off for the Battle Pyramid!
S9.E33 ∙ Battle Pyramid! Vs Regirock!!
Our heroes have just caught a glimpse of the Battle Pyramid when the ground collapses under their feet! They find themselves in an ancient ruin underground. Curious, Ash picks up a statue of a Pikachu, which sets off an enormous boulder trap! They take off running and bump into Brandon, the Frontier Brain of the Battle Pyramid, who scolds them for messing with things they don't understand. The message doesn't register, however, and when Ash picks up a stone sphere, he is possessed by the angry spirit of the ancient king of Pokélantis! The king demands that everyone give up their Pokémon, and Brandon challenges him to a battle. Brandon appears to be losing, until Ash regains consciousness. After a struggle to reclaim control of his own body, Ash asks Pikachu to use Thunderbolt on him--which knocks Ash unconscious and drives out the evil king! Brandon and Ash make plans for a rematch after the Grand Festival.
S9.E34 ∙ Slaking Kong
On their way to the Grand Festival, our heroes see a farmer chasing a group of Aipom. The Aipom are loaded down with berries, and as they pass, they grab May's ribbon case as well! Without her ribbons, May can't enter the Grand Festival, so our heroes agree to help the farmer retrieve his harvest. He tells them the story of the mysterious Mountain King, a giant monster who lives on the mountain and demands huge quantities of berries as tribute. When they investigate, they discover that the Mountain King is an enormous Slaking robot, powered by none other than Team Rocket! The villains have intimidated the mountain Pokémon into stealing berries for them, so they can make lots of Pokéblocks to sell at the Grand Festival. After a fierce battle sends them blasting off again, May gets her ribbons back and the berries are returned.
S9.E35 ∙ May, We Harley Drew'd Ya!
When our heroes arrive at the Indigo Plateau for the Pokémon Contest Grand Festival, they realize that a mischievous Aipom has followed them there to steal the Coordinators' hats! May's rival Drew and his Roselia show up to put a stop to the madness, and Solidad, an old friend of Brock's from Pewter City, helps out along with her Slowbro. May and Solidad hit it off immediately, and Solidad tells May that she knows Drew pretty well and she's pretty sure he has a crush on her! Solidad says she admires both May and Drew as impressive opponents, and Drew holds Solidad in high regard as "one tough cookie." After the preliminaries, the field is whittled down to 16 competitors for the battle rounds, including May, Drew, Solidad, and Harley--who's still miffed at May for beating his Banette in the last contest. The second round promises to be exciting!
S9.E36 ∙ Haruka vs Harley! Stage on with a Double Battle!!
With such a roster of talented Coordinators, it's no surprise that the competition at the Grand Festival is particularly fierce! Emotions are running high on all sides...especially for Drew, who seems to be more high-strung and quick to anger than usual. It seems May's strong performance in the first round has unsettled him a bit, and he's looking to get even! But first, May goes up against her old nemesis Harley, who brings out his Cacturne and Wigglytuff for a Double Battle performance against May's Munchlax and Eevee. Although Wigglytuff proves to be quite a formidable opponent, it can't overcome May's teamwork with her Pokémon! May wins the round, and Harley is out of the competition. Drew and Solidad have won their battles as well, moving forward into the quarterfinals. But the run is about to end for one of these three friends--because the next battle is Drew versus May!
S9.E37 ∙ Haruka vs Shu! The Final Battle!!
The Grand Festival battle between May and Drew is really heating up, as the two Coordinators pelt each other with sizzling combinations, each pecking away at the other's score! The lead keeps changing at a dizzying pace--and then May's Combusken learns how to use Overheat, a move that buys her just enough time to run out the clock and squeak past Drew on points! Drew is out, and May moves on...just as Ash finally catches the Aipom who's been stealing his hat! In the semi-finals, May goes up against her new friend Solidad, whose rock-solid strategy and powerful Slowbro and Pidgeot make short work of May's Munchlax and Combusken. Dazed and sad, May slowly makes her way off the battlefield, where she finds her friends waiting to support her. Solidad goes on to win the Ribbon Cup, and after an emotional farewell between May and Drew, our heroes are on their way to Ash's rematch at the Battle Pyramid!
S9.E38 ∙ Eipam and the King!
Ash and friends find themselves in a village with a most unusual annual ritual: choosing a king who will rule for the next year! The candidates compete for possession of the crown, and whoever is holding on to it at sundown wins the royal title. Brock decides to compete to impress the ladies, but the continued shenanigans of Ash's Aipom cause the crown to become stuck to its head! The village elder, Zeus, rules that if Aipom still has the crown at sundown, it gets to be the king, so everyone pitches in to free it. Finally, a young villager named Hank, who's always dreamed of being king, comes up with an idea. He offers Aipom a Belue Berry, which is so sour that it makes not just Aipom's face but its whole head scrunch up--and the crown comes loose in Hank's hands, just as the sun sets!
S9.E39 ∙ Perap and the Pokémon Comedian!
Our heroes meet a Chatot, a fascinating Pokémon who can mimic anything it hears, and its Trainer, Audrey. Audrey tells them that she and Chatot have formed a stand-up comedy duo called the North Sea Chat-a-lots, and when Ash and the others beg for a demonstration, they happily launch into their routine, much to the delight of our heroes! Afterward, Audrey says their training for the Comedy Grand Prix has been interrupted because Chatot flies away for several hours every day. When the chatty Pokémon returns from its mysterious trip that evening, our heroes listen to what it's saying and figure out that it's been visiting a children's hospital! The kids and Chatot absolutely adore each other, and Chatot has been reluctant to leave them. Audrey agrees to perform for the hospital before she and Chatot take their show on the road, and the rave reviews convince both of them that their dream is worth pursuing!
S9.E40 ∙ Attack! The Stray Manyula!!
Ash's Aipom runs away in a forest and is attacked by a Weavile. Kerrigan, a member of the Wilderness Guard Corps, rescues it and tells our heroes that the Weavile is a stray who's abandoned its group. Prompted by Jessie, who wants to catch it, Meowth learns its story: The stray Weavile used to be the leader of the group, until a rogue Weavile challenged it and took its place. It's been living alone in the forest, challenging every Pokémon it meets so it can become strong enough to reclaim its throne--and now, after meeting a Sneasel who's left the group because of the new leader's tyranny, it's ready for the challenge! The two Weavile clash in a fierce battle, and it soon becomes clear that the stray's training has paid off! At Sneasel's urging, the two Weavile decide to call a truce, and the group is reunited in harmony.
S9.E41 ∙ Battle Pyramid Again! Vs Registeel!!
When our heroes and Brandon arrive at the Battle Pyramid for Ash's final Battle Frontier challenge, they meet Nurse Joy, a big fan who knows absolutely everything about both Ash and May's Pokémon careers and has a scrapbook to prove it! She offers to help Ash train for his battle--and ends up beating him with her formidable Chansey, who also blasts the Team Rocket villains off as soon as they show up to steal it. Professor Oak sends Ash his Torkoal to face off against Registeel, a Legendary Pokémon who's fighting on Brandon's team, and the matchup seems to be going his way...until his overconfidence gets the better of him, and Brandon's power and experience prove too much for the young Trainer. The Frontier Brain offers some valuable words of wisdom, which Ash takes to heart, and promises to battle him again as soon as he returns from his quest for a mysterious Pokémon!
S9.E42 ∙ Haruka vs Shu! Rivals Forever!!
As our heroes await Ash's next rematch with Brandon, it appears both Ash and May are having trouble coming to grips with their recent defeats. They get support from Max and Brock, of course--and from some surprising sources as well! Professor Oak brings a special gift for Ash from his many Pokémon and human friends back home. Then, Drew arrives to cheer May up and challenge her to a contest battle! The Team Rocket trio try to interfere, but they're defeated by an unexpected champion: May's old nemesis Harley, who simply can't bear the thought of anyone other than him being allowed to ruin her day! After an intense performance on both sides, Drew emerges victorious, and May happily congratulates him. Drew and Harley are off to compete in Pokémon Contests in the Johto region, and they invite May to come along--but first, May wants to find her own battle style!
S9.E43 ∙ Pinch Healing
Ash and friends--including Professor Oak--are staying at the Fennel Valley Pokémon Center when Nurse Joy comes down with a bad case of the flu and has to stay in bed. It's bad timing, because a Pokésitter named Matt has just gotten into a bus accident on a nearby mountain road, leaving several Pokémon injured. Our heroes head out immediately to bring them back to the Pokémon Center for treatment--and quickly discover that taking care of a big group of Pokémon is a lot of work! Brock seems to have a talent for it, and Professor Oak praises his gift for healing. Soon, Nurse Joy is feeling well enough to take over, all the Pokémon are restored to health and loaded back on the bus with Matt--and Ash learns that Brandon is on his way back for their rematch at the Battle Pyramid!
S9.E44 ∙ Gathering the Gang of Four!
When his last Frontier Battle with Piramyd King Brandon is about to start. Ash heads for the mountains to camp with 4 of his most beloved Pokémon.
S9.E45 ∙ Deciding Match! Vs Regice!!
At the Battle Pyramid, Charizard has fallen to Brandon's Dusclops, and Ash calls out Bulbasaur. Dusclops again uses Confuse Ray, but with a heartfelt pep talk from Ash, Bulbasaur snaps out of it and defeats Dusclops! Ash brings out his Squirtle to face Brandon's Ninjask, but Squirtle is defeated, and Bulbasaur is called up once more to take Ninjask down. Brandon's next Pokémon is Solrock--and this matchup ends in a double knockout, leaving one Pokémon left on each side! Ash's final Pokémon is Pikachu, of course...but after using Registeel in their first battle, Brandon has another Legendary Pokémon up his sleeve: Regice! All seems lost as Regice freezes Pikachu solid, but Ash's voice manages to reach his best buddy's ears, and with a blazing Thunderbolt and Volt Tackle, Regice is defeated--and Ash claims victory over the Battle Frontier! He has the option to stay and become a Frontier Brain himself, but Ash decides he'd rather keep traveling!
S9.E46 ∙ Satoshi vs. Haruka! Last Battle!!
Ash's Frontier Battle journey has come to a successful end, but before our heroes part ways, they learn of an unofficial Pokémon Contest in Terracotta Town, and Ash and May both decide to enter! When May takes the stage, the crowd goes wild, recognizing her from her semi-final finish at the Grand Festival. She's delighted by the applause, and her Eevee creates a gorgeous fireworks display! Ash gets a similar welcome thanks to his quarterfinal showing at the Hoenn League, and Pikachu puts on a strong performance in its contest debut--strong enough to send Ash to face May in the finals! But first, there's the little matter of Team Rocket to deal with. May's Combusken and Ash's Sceptile team up to blast them off, and during the battle, Combusken evolves into Blaziken! It's Blaziken vs. Sceptile in the finals, and when time runs out, the score is nearly tied and there's no clear winner...yet!
S9.E47 ∙ End of a Journey, and Then the Start of a Journey!
After one last contest battle between Ash and May, our heroes go their separate ways, and Ash discovers his next adventure!
S10.E1 ∙ Setting Off! From Futaba Town to Masago Town!!
While Ash, Pikachu, and Aipom head toward the Sinnoh region, where lots of new adventures await them, a young Trainer named Dawn is just beginning her own Pokémon journey.
S10.E2 ∙ Find Pikachu! Route 202!
As Dawn tries to capture her first Pokemon, she finds Pikachu, lost and injured. Now, it's just a matter of returning Pikachu to Ash and avoiding Team Rocket.
S10.E3 ∙ Rival Battle! Three vs. Three!!
After reuniting Pikachu with Ash, Dawn decides to travel with him and Brock. But on the way, the gang meet Paul, a tough trainer with an attitude.
S10.E4 ∙ Pochama vs. Subomie! Hikari's First Battle!!
After meeting Dawn and letting her tag along with Ash and Brock, she learns how to battle and capture Pokemon. The gang sees a Buneary and Piplup battles it. Dawn throws a Pokeball to capture it but it doesn't work because Ash says that she has to weaken it first. The two then start to argue and the Buneary escapes. The also meet Nando, who is both a Pokemon trainer and a coordinator. Dawn then has a practice battle with him using Budew, the pre-evolved form of Roselia while she uses Piplup. Even though being at a disadvantage, will Dawn be able to win or does she still have a lot to learn?
S10.E5 ∙ Naetle! I'll Get You!
Team Rocket attacks and Turtwig protects Pikachu. When Ash catches up Turtwig attacks them too. Oddish is accidentally hit and Ash and Pikachu are hit with Sleep Powder. Turtwig takes sleeping Pikachu and runs off into the forest.
S10.E6 ∙ Bewilder Forest! Shinji Returns!!
As our Heroes and their Pokémon are starting to get to know Ash's new Turtwig, who should appear on the scene out of nowhere but Paul, ready to hurl another round of insults and slurs against him and his Pokémon. Angrily, Ash challenges him and his Chimchar to a battle, but when Ash tries to get his Turtwig to dodge several attacks, Turtwig refuses, much to Ash's surprise. After being defeated by Paul, Ash tries to accompany Paul out of the forest, but Paul continues to show his disdain for Ash and shuns him. Suddenly Ash discovers he is in Eterna Forest, inhabited by a group of Stantler who can alter the perception of anybody who comes there. But when Ash and Turtwig get shown just how powerful the Stantler are, who should appear to rescue them from the 'wiggy' situation but Paul and Chimchar. After Brock and Dawn reunite with Ash and Turtwig they're suddenly attacked by an angry swarm of Beedrilll, and AGAIN Paul comes to their rescue. But when Paul mocks Ash for still keeping his Turtwig after what happened in their earlier battle, Ash challenges Paul to yet another battle, and although more evenly matched this time, Ash still comes up short. But after Paul adds insult to injury, Ash angrily vows he will never lose to Paul again. Time will tell!
S10.E7 ∙ Pochama Tries Its Hardest!!
As our Heroes continue their journey to Jubelife City and Dawn's 1st Pokémon Contest, we find a frustrated Dawn and her Piplup struggling with perfecting their Contest moves. We also find a VERY hungry Team Rocket searching for something to eat. Miraculously, they stumble upon a huge pile of berries, obviously gathered by someone else, which they happily steal. However, it turns out this pile of berries has been gathered by a group of very sad Pokémon headed up by a Golduck, who after discovering a trio of Ludicolo dancing near what's left of the berry pile, accuses the Ludicolo of steaking their berries, which of course they deny. This leads to infighting among the various Pokémon, which leads Team Rocket into fueling the fighting in hopes of stealing all the involved Pokémon. When Piplup stumbles upon the Golduck and the angry Pokémon, Piplup agrees to represent the Pokémon to the Ludicolo, demanding the stolen berries be returned to their rightful owners. But after some brave and fierce battling with Team Rocket and their arsenal of machines, it is discovered that Team Rocket had in fact stolen the berries, The Golduck and Ludicolo make amends, and in the process, Piplup perfects the very battle moves they had worked so hard on, signaling Dawn and Piplup's readiness for the upcoming Jubelife City Pokémon Contest!
S10.E8 ∙ Gureggru of the Mysterious Gym!
Continuing on their way through the Sinnoh region, our Heroes come across a budding trainer named Minnie and her Scizor. She explains that she's looking for a new Gym called the Powerzone Gym, which is reputed to take any losing Pokémon under their wing and 'train' them to become stronger. The Powerzone Gym is, in truth, a phony Gym run by Team Rocket to steal their losing opponents' Pokémon when they leave them at the Gym to be 'trained'. So when our Heroes show up looking to challenge the Gym, the thought of stealing Ash's Pikachu and Minnie's Scizor is too tempting to pass up. Jessie, disguised as Princess Powerzone, is battling with a Croagunk that had crossed paths with Meowth earlier, and after some bad calls by referee James, emerges victorious against both Minnie and Ash. They blow their cover as they attempt to escape with both Pikachu, Scizor and a host of stolen Pokeballs, but after a few choice attacks Team Rocket is defeated and the 2 Pokémon and all the Pokeballs are returned. Surprisingly, Croagunk remains behind as Team Rocket blasts off, and makes it known to Brock that it wants to join their journey. Minnie and Scizor go back to the fake Gym to return the stolen Pokeballs to their rightful owners, and without so much as one attack, Croagunk becomes Brock's newest Pokémon!
S10.E9 ∙ Let's Play with Mimirol!?
It was a slightly disheveled start to the day for our Heroes, as Dawn woke up with a bad case of pillow head and was not amused - but things became really interesting when a Buneary suddenly appeared on the scene. Of course Dawn wanted to catch it, but Ash did as well, when he witnessed Buneary's astounding speed and power. Things got worse for everyone when Team Rocket showed up looking to abduct both Buneary and Pikachu - literally stopping and freezing our Heroes in their tracks. But thanks to Croagunk's quick thinking and power, they were unfrozen, following which, with the help of Pikachu's powerful Iron Tail, they were able to break free from Team Rocket's evil clutches, leaving the 3 thieves in a smoldering heap of yet another mangled machine. Meanwhile, Buneary had become quite fond of Pikachu and Dawn. So with a request to join Dawn on her journey, Dawn set out to battle and ultimately capture the cute creature, allowing Dawn to feel confident, excited and prepared for her upcoming Pokémon Contest in Jubelife City!
S10.E10 ∙ Can't Get the Pokétch!?
Ash and friends are intrigued by a new device, the Poketch. But they're told their devices are counterfeit. They meet the creator/inventor. And he shows them a new device which can measure the friendship level between Pokemon and trainer. They also discover the counterfeit devices cause a strange reaction in Pokemon.
S10.E11 ∙ Mounting a Coordinator Assault!
Dawn enters her first Pokemon contest. As Ash helps her prepare for the contest, Apalm interrupts the training, they soon realize Apalm wants to enter the contest. So Ash registers as well.
S10.E12 ∙ Contest Battle! Rival Confrontation!!
Ash and Dawn advance in the contest. They befriend another co-coordinator Zoey, who has some advice for Ash and Dawn.
S10.E13 ∙ Mukkuru Perseveres!
As Ash and Starli work on perfecting Aerial Ace. A Pokemon researcher asks for help finding out where all the bird Pokemon have gone. Ash and friends volunteer to help her. They find out that Team Rocket has captured all the Pokemon.
S10.E14 ∙ Leave It to Takeshi!
The group encounters a Nuzleaf that's been separated from its friends and family. Brock volunteers to return it to where it belongs.
S10.E15 ∙ Kurogane Gym! Hyouta VS Shinji!!
Ash arrives at the Oreburgh Gym for his first battle in the Sinnoh region. Paul arrives first. Ash and company watch Paul and his Pokemon face off against Roark's Earth type Pokemon.
S10.E16 ∙ Zugaidos vs Pikachu!!
Now it's Ash's turn to face the Gym Leader. While Paul watches from the sideline.
S10.E17 ∙ Ancient Pokémon Rampage!
Following his defeat. Ash trains for a re-match. The training is interrupted when an ancient Pokemon is revived and goes wild. As Ash helps out, Ash gets some inspiration for a battle strategy for the rematch.
S10.E18 ∙ O'er the Rampardos We Watched!
Ash has his rematch with Gym Leader Roarke. Will his new strategy be effective against Roarke, especially with Roarke's newly evolved Rampardos?
S10.E19 ∙ I'll Get Pachirisu... No Need to Worry!?
As our heroes travel toward Dawn's next Pokémon Contest in Floaroma Town, she catches an adorable Pachirisu - who might turn out to be more than she can handle.
S10.E20 ∙ Pokémon Hunter J!
Ash and friends happen upon a Pokemon hunter, a person who steals rare Pokémon. Ash pursues her, and the hunter captures Pikachu.
S10.E21 ∙ The Strongest Koiking and the Most Beautiful Hinbass!
Ash and friends meet the B League. A group dedicated to strengthening Pokemon without evolving them. Team Rocket buys a machine that can evolve Pokemon and they set their sights on the B League and Pikachu.
S10.E22 ∙ Pachirisu vs Eipam! Contest Battle!!
Apalm takes Ash's hat and playfully runs away. Then he finds himself in trouble and is saved by Jessie. She convinces Ash to let her use his Apalm in an upcoming Contest. Ash worries that he may lose his Apalm to Team Rocket.
S10.E23 ∙ Roaring Haganeil! Protect the Bippa Village!!
As Team Rocket digs some traps, they manage to get their shovels stuck on the head of a Steelix. Now the Steelix is on a rampage, endangering some timid Pokemon in the area. Ash and friends must calm Steelix.
S10.E24 ∙ Cooking Up a Sweet Story!
Continuing on their journey to Floarama Town and Dawn's next Pokémon Contest, our Heroes come across an elderly woman named Abigail, and her niece Theresa. Theresa is very worried about her aunt - a masterful cake baker who, along with her Pikachu named Sugar, has been baking delicious cakes for years. But when Sugar suddenly disappeared to go figure out a way to crack open the Aspear Berry - a rock - hard berry used in making their cakes, Theresa begs our Heroes to let Pikachu pretend to be Sugar! Ash reluctantly agrees, and things seem to be all right - until Abigail proves herself to be a masterful Pokémon trainer, challenging Ash to a battle - using Pikachu to battle against Ash with! However, Abigail has already secretly discovered that Pikachu is not Sugar, and calls the battle early. Soon everything is out in the open, when suddenly Team Rocket appears on the scene to steal Pikachu. Things are looking bad for our Heroes, when suddenly, who should appear to save the day but Sugar, who has evolved into a Raichu! Sugar makes quick work of the hapless Team Rocket, and Abigail is reunited with her beloved Sugar - with every intention to enter her cake into the next bake off and win yet ANOTHER 1st prize!
S10.E25 ∙ Oh Do You Know the Poffin Plan!
Dawn convinces Ash and Brock to join her in a cooking class, where they learn how to make Pokémon snacks called Poffins and meet the fascinating Pokémon Roserade.
S10.E26 ∙ Pokémon Contest! Sonoo Tournament!!
With little time before the beginning of the Floaroma Town Pokémon Contest, Dawn is getting some last minute practicing in when who should appear out of nowhere but her childhood friend, Kenny. The 2 have known each other since nursery school, and Dawn is surprised to learn that Kenny is now a Contest Coordinator as she is, and has his sights set on winning the same Contest as she does! After Kenny tells our Heroes some revealing (and embarrassing) stories about when they were little kids, Kenny and his Prinplup challenge Ash and Pikachu to a battle, and things are progressing at a frenzied pace when who should appear to try and do some Pokémon - stealing but James and Meowth, on a mission for Jessie to get her a strong Pokémon for HER Floaroma Contest appearance. However, the combination of Prinplup and Pikachu proves too much for the hapless Team Rocket duo, and they're sent blasting off again, as Jessie gets her nails done - at a beauty salon, of course. When the Contest begins, it appears Dawn and her Pachirisu are doing wonderfully, when all of a sudden Pachirisu gets another case of the jitters, leaving the whole arena wondering if they will be able to continue. Suddenly, Dawn appears to get an idea that she obviously thinks will save the day. However, the question we're left with is, what IS that idea?!
S10.E27 ∙ Decisive Battle! Pochama vs Pottaishi!!
As the Floaroma Contest gets underway, we find several familiar faces going for the prestigious Floaroma ribbon: Dawn, her childhood friend Kenny, and Jessilina, who under her disguise we all know is Team Rocket's Jessie. All three make it through the 1st round (much to the relief of James and Meowth), but as the 2nd round gets underway Jessilina and her Dustox get trounced by Dawn and her Piplup, removing Jessie yet once again from contention. As it gets to the battle round, however, Dawn and Kenny find themselves facing each other for the final round and Contest victory! With Kenny using his Prinplup and Dawn using her Piplup, the combination of both Coordinators using Water - type Pokémon and 1 Pokémon being the evolved form of the other proves to be a most interesting and unusual battle, and both Dawn and Kenny are doing a lot of thinking on their feet to come up with a winning strategy. But after much back and forth intense battling, Dawn and Piplup end up the winners on points, and Dawn receives her cherished 1st Contest ribbon!
S10.E28 ∙ Fuwante and the Messenger of the North Wind!
As our Heroes continue toward Ash's next Gym Battle in Eterna City, they decide to stop in at a Pokémon Center, where they discover it's being run by a Nurse Joy who happens to be married (much to Brock's chuckling dismay) with 2 young daughters who dream of following in their mom's footsteps. Their father takes care of the local power station, and when he forgets to take his lunch with him to work, the older sister, Marnie, decides to take his lunch to him using the air power of her Drifloon. Her younger sister, Paige, is always wanting to do everything her sister gets to do, and when a menacing storm comes up over the horizon and Paige starts to worry about her older sister's well being, she suddenly takes off (with Pikachu trying to hold her back) with her own Drifloon, against her mother's wishes. When Ash takes off with another Drifloon to find and rescue the little girl, Ash and Paige find themselves trapped in the storm, and then it's Paige's older sister Marnie who worries about her younger sister's fate, so she takes off to visit the place where Paige and Marnie have visited the Legendary Pokémon Suicune many times before, and pleads for help. Just as Ash and Paige are apparently out of trouble, they tumble down the side of a steep mountain, and things are looking their worst when suddenly Marnie and Suicune swoop out of nowhere and save the day! Reunited with her family and finally safe, Paige vows never again to disobey her mom, and our Heroes along with Nurse Joy's very happy brood can finally head home.
S10.E29 ∙ Satoshi and Hikari! Any Need to Worry in a Tag Battle!?
Continuing their journey to Eterna City and Ash's 2nd Gym battle challenge in the Sinnoh region, our Heroes come across a reporter named Rhonda who is doing a T.V. segment on 2 gifted Pokémon trainers who have been dubbed the Champ Twins. With 15 consecutive wins under their belts, Ash can't wait to challenge them to a battle, but they inform him that they only do Tag Battles - 2 trainers against 2 trainers. Ash and Dawn agree to challenge them together, but things go wrong early on, as Ash and Dawn, along with Piplup and Turtwig, find themselves fighting each other, which results in defeat. Realizing their mistakes and making amends, our 2 Heroes decide to challenge the Champ Twins again, but in the meantime their 2 Pokémon - a Croconaw and a Quilava - have been stolen by none other than Team Rocket. Quickly, our Heroes spring into action, and foil Team Rocket's evil plan with some impressive team work. Having returned their beloved Pokémon back to the Champ Twins, a rematch ensues, and this time Ash and Dawn work in perfect synch! They emerge victorious, and end a dramatic day after learning a lot about Tag Battles, teamwork, and ultimately send the Champ Twins back to square one!
S10.E30 ∙ Hakutai Forest! The Minomutchi Evolution Plan!!
On their way through the Eterna Forest and nearing Ash's next Gym battle challenge, our Heroes discover a young woman named Cheryl who calls herself a 'Treasure Hunter' - one in a long line of Treasure Hunters in her family. She is in search of a place called the Amber Castle, which is reputed to hold within it the legendary Enchanted Honey - a honey much more powerful than regular honey. In order to accomplish this, Cheryl needs to capture a male Burmy and evolve it into a Mothim, which has the power to guide her to the Amber Castle and her sought - after treasure. Of course, once Team Rocket gets wind of this, they decide to capture the same Burmy and get the Enchanted Honey for themselves, but in order to get that Burmy to evolve, it must first be victorious in battle, which proves to be difficult for everyone - Cheryl, our Heroes, and Team Rocket. However, the resulting battle to rescue Burmy from Team Rocket's grasp accomplishes that very thing, and Burmy evolves into a Mothim just as it gains its freedom. Soon after, Mothim appears to pick up the scent of the Enchanted Honey, and we leave our Heroes, along with Cheryl, as they excitedly follow Mothim's lead.
S10.E31 ∙ The Grass-Type Is Always Greener!
As our Heroes continue to accompany Cheryl the Treasure Hunter on her quest to find the Amber Castle and the Enchanted Honey, they suddenly run into a sassy Pokémon trainer named Gardenia who positively LOVES Grass - type Pokémon. She first challenges Ash to a battle with his Turtwig, but he soon discovers that SHE has a Turtwig as well - and her Turtwig overpowers Ash's. Later on, Gardenia agrees to help them find their way through Eterna Forest to find Cheryl's elusive Enchanted Honey.
S10.E32 ∙ Beequeen of the Amber Castle!
The search for the Amber Castle and the Enchanted honey continues for Cheryl the Treasure Hunter and our Heroes, as they finally come across a gigantic Pomeg flower, which leads them to huge colony of Combee Walls! Mothim's sense of smell draws them to a hidden cave behind a waterfall, and upon further exploration, they find themselves actually in the Amber Castle, located deep within the cave! However, Team Rocket has been following the group, and in the process of stealing the Enchanted Honey from some very angry Combee and their Vespiquen, the Castle gets damaged and the honey starts to run everywhere. But some quick thinking on the part of our Heroes and Cheryl results in the defeat of Team Rocket, as well as the reparation of the Castle's damaged walls. As a token of thanks, Vespiquen gives Cheryl some of the wonderful Enchanted Honey as a thank you gift, and she and our Heroes all have a chance to finally taste it's incredible sweetness, much to their delight! Except for Croagunk, who doesn't seem to have a sweet tooth... As Cheryl and our Heroes part ways, Ash is totally inspired by the Treasure Hunter's ability to make her dreams come true, and vows to do that very same thing at the Eterna City Gym!
S10.E33 ∙ Like It! Pokémon Cosplay Convention!!
As the journey to the Eterna City Gym continues for our Heroes, they take a break to witness what is one of the most popular Contest events in the Sinnoh region - The annual Pokémon Dress - Up Contest! A Contest just for Pokémon, deciding which Pokémon best imitates a completely different Pokémon. And with a Pokémon Egg as the grand prize to the winner, everyone wants to get involved! Ash enters his Pikachu, Brock his Croagunk, and Dawn her Piplup. The event is being broadcast on the popular T.V. show Sinnoh Now, and everything is going along just fine until a disguised Jessie enters Meowth as well, and they decide that the best way to get the Pokémon Egg is to just steal it, much to the disappointment of James, who has entered Mime Jr. and is having a lot of fun and success. But our Heroes will have none if it, and they foil Team Rocket's caper in a televised battle. It's down to 3 finalists - Pikachu, Croagunk and a singing Chatot, who had won the previous year. And surprise of all surprises, who should win it who Croagunk, who had been dressed up as a Politoed throughout the whole event! We leave a very surprised Brock with the sought after Pokémon Egg, and him wondering, among other things, what the egg will eventually hatch into...
S10.E34 ∙ Buoysel! Road to Being the Strongest!!
As Ash and friends get closer to Ash's next Gym battle in Eterna City, they come across a couple of frazzled Pokémon trainers who have just come a across a very powerful Buizel - which of course piques our Heroes' interest. Stopping for a bit of fishing in hopes of finding Buizel, they come across Dawn's Contest rival Zoey, who's out scouting for new Pokémon. Together they find the powerful Buizel, but when Ash, Dawn and Zoey each attempt to catch Buizel they all come up short. Upon further investigation, they discover Buizel's grueling training regimen, and after some additional special training on their part, Dawn and Piplup again challenge Buizel to a battle. Although it appears Buizel is still too strong to be captured, Dawn's Contest attack combination skills come in very handy, and since Buizel has had no experience with these sorts of moves, Dawn manages to make Buizel her next Pokémon!
S10.E35 ∙ Elite Four Goyo and Dohtakun!
As our Heroes continue their journey through the Sinnoh region toward the Eterna Gym and Ash's 2nd Sinnoh Gym battle challenge, Dawn's newest Pokémon, Buizel, is having some trouble adjusting to new circumstances. Buizel doesn't seem to want to take any direction from Dawn at all, but after a chance meeting with Lucian, a member of the Elite 4, Buizel begs Lucian for a battle, and Lucian agrees! But along with his Bronzong, Lucian makes quick work of Dawn and Buizel. That's when Team Rocket appears on the scene and decides at first to steal Lucian's Bronzong, but when that seems like a bad idea they go for Buizel instead. And while Buizel was initially depressed about losing to Bronzong, now Buizel breaks free from Team Rocket's cage with a powerful vengeance! Buizel then asks Lucian for yet another battle, and THIS time Dawn and her new Pokémon work together in a much more sympathetic manner, thanks in large part to some great advice and help from Lucian.
S10.E36 ∙ The Sinnoh Space-Time Legend!
Ash and his friends arrive in Eterna City.
S10.E37 ∙ Hakutai Gym! Vs Natane!!
Well this is the moment you've been waiting for: Ash's Eterna City Gym Battle! Gardenia's assistant judges a 3-on-3 match with only Ash allowed to substitute Pokemon. The first match-up was Cherubi vs. Turtwig. Apparently we thought that Turtwig would have the upper hand, Cherubi is faster than Turtwig. This match-up was in Gardenia's favor so Ash called Turtwig back. Next was Staravia, who we all know beat Cherubi the last time they met in Eterna Forest. This match-up was Speed vs. Speed but Staravia was a Flying Type Pokemon who made a difference. Cherubi was knocked out. Next was Gardenia's Turtwig. Still Staravia wants some revenge after her Turtwig knocked out Staravia in their previous battle. The outcome came after Turtwig launched Leech Seed and Staravia falling for it. Turtwig wins that round. The next match-up was Turtwig vs. Turtwig. Ash's Turtwig was hoping not to lose this battle. When Gardenia's Turtwig launched a second Leech Seed attack, we thought this would be the end of his Turtwig. But a smart thinking by Ash was to dodge her Turtwig's Leaf Storm attack by jumping towards the sun and using Syntesis. The end of this round concludes with Ash's Turtwig as the victorious one. Gardenia has one Pokemon left: her secret weapon, Roserade. This Pokemon knocked out Turtwig with one Weather Ball attack. Weather Ball's type depends on the weather. The Final Round was Aipom vs. Roserade. Aipom had some advantages over that Grass Knot attack when Aipom used Double Team. In the end Aipom is victorious and Ash wins the Forest Badge.
S10.E38 ∙ Explosive Birth! Cycling Road!!
As our Heroes continue toward Hearthome City As our Heroes cycle their way toward Hearthome City and Dawn's next Pokémon Contest, the Pokémon Egg in Brock's possession begins to glow, signaling that its hatching is soon to come. Upon looking for a Pokémon Center, however, they come across one in serious disrepair, and a very sad Nurse Joy lamenting how the cycling road has kept Trainers and Coordinators alike from going there. Vowing to help, our Heroes and Nurse Joy now take to the task of the hatching egg, which turns out to be a Happiny! At the same time, Team Rocket has its eyes on stealing the brand new Pokémon for their own selfish ends, and although successful in the short term, Happiny is eventually and happily returned to Brock, and Nurse Joy's self - confidence is completely renewed form their experiences. After helping to restore the Pokémon Center back to its original luster, Ash and friends continue down the cycling path towards Hearthome City, the site of Dawn's next Contest challenge and the unexpected site of another Gym for Ash to challenge as well!
S10.E39 ∙ Steamboat Willies!
As our Heroes continue toward Hearthome City and Dawn's next Pokémon Contest as well as Ash's next Gym battle, they discover a steamboat that travels along the same route they'll be traveling, which gives them an opportunity to do a little pleasure cruising! But when they decide to head into a small town for some supplies before the ship takes off, they leave all their Pokémon alone on the ship, and in their Pokémons' zeal to have a little fun, the ship accidentally starts down the river before our Heroes return - without captain or crew! Luckily, some quick thinking by our Heroes, along with the streamboat Captain's Mantine, allow them to catch up to the boat in the nick of time and save the scared Pokémon from a raging waterfall. And after displaying some amazing courage by Pokémon and trainers alike, the journey to Hearthome City continues.
S10.E40 ∙ Top-Down Training!
Continuing on toward Hearthome City and Ash's next Gym battle as well as Dawn's next Pokémon Contest, our Heroes discover that Cynthia, the Champion League Master, is visiting close by. However, when they go to see her,they discover that Paul is there too, and he challenges Cynthia to a battle on the spot. She agrees, and they begin a 6 on 6 Pokémon battle, which ends in a resounding defeat for Paul. However, after Cynthia agrees to help with Paul's ailing Pokémon, she shares a secret with Paul and our Heroes describing her dream to someday meet the Legendary Pokémon Dialga and Palkia. So when she suddenly learns that the Lustrous Orb, said to be related to Palkia, has been discovered in Celestic City, that becomes her next destination, leaving Paul to stay overnight at the Pokémon Center to care for his Pokémon, and our Heroes heading back toward Hearthome City with new insights and a new friend in Cynthia too!
S10.E41 ∙ A Stand-Up Sit-Down!
As Ash and friends continue toward Hearthome City, they come across a familiar looking Glameow and Misdreavous, frantically pleading with our Heroes to come with them. After following them, our Heroes discover they are in fact their friend Zoey's Pokémon, and she has injured her leg training. Not being able to walk, they help Zoey to her campsite, where she proceeds to tell Dawn that the upcoming Hearthome Contest will be in a Double Performance and Double Battle format, meaning that the Coordinator needs to use 2 Pokémon at the same time. Having never done that before, Dawn gratefully accepts Zoey's offer to help Dawn prepare for the event, but at first things are going any way but well! And at the same time, Team Rocket shows up with a disguised Jessie - known as Jessilina, to challenge Dawn to a Double Battle on the spot, but Zoey insists on taking Dawn's place instead. Some fierce battling ensues, and Zoey ends up defeating Jessilina in a BIG way, and Team Rocket sheepishly makes their exit. Helping Zoey to the nearest Pokémon Center to recover, our Heroes bid a fond farewell to Zoey, knowing full well they'll be seeing her at the upcoming Hearthome Pokémon Contest. Dawn promises to practice everything Zoey suggested, and once again they're on their way!
S10.E42 ∙ Rakurai Practice Center!
Continuing to Hearthome City, our Heroes come across an Electrike in training, which appears to be totally out of control. They soon meet its trainer, a Bird Pokémon Breeder named Jaco, who works at the Pokémon Training Center (a 'school' for Lightning Pokémon to learn control of their moves, which ultimately allows them to work in the power generating room) and is having little success with the hapless Electrike. When Brock discovers that Jaco holds little hope for successfully training the Electrike to be able to control its power, he offers to help, and in the process has much to teach Jaco about Lightning Pokémon, and Breeding in general. At the same time, Team Rocket is considering stealing the Electrike for their own selfish ends, but when James and Meowth see how well our Heroes and their Pokémon are working with Jaco and the Electrike as a real team, they break with Jessie and offer to help with Electrike's training as well. This infuriates Jessie, and she is left to go it alone, attempting to first steal the Electrike, and then Pikachu. But thanks to James and Meowth's assistance, her plan is foiled, and the Electrike, who has now evolved into a Manectric, graduates from the Pokémon Training Center with flying colors!
S10.E43 ∙ Mumage! Escape from a Nightmare!!
Continuing on their way to Hearthome City, what appears to our Heroes as a Pokémon Center turns out to be a mysterious gate, which upon passing through it unleashes a STRANGE chain of events. Everyone seems to be experiencing all of their dreams coming true! Brock is approached by a crowd of Nurse Joys and Officer Jennys who are all in love with him, and Ash and Dawn find themselves in championship competitions that will decide the greatest Pokémon Trainer and Coordinator in the WORLD! While Ash and Dawn emerge victorious from their challenges and are awarded every badge and ribbon the Sinnoh region has to offer, Brock finds himself painfully awakened from what appears to be a dream by Croagunk's Poison Jab. Brock then proceeds to discover that a Mismagius, who cannot only create illusions that cause pain but give pleasure as well, has hypnotized him as well as Ash and Dawn. A fierce battle ensues when our Heroes attempt to break free, until Pikachu, Piplup and Croagunk become part of the illusion, and growing to many times their normal size, defeat the Mismagius, who has since merged with a Rayquaza and seems nearly invincible. Not surprisingly, Team Rocket has been in its own illusion, and appears to be suffering an endless number of blast offs with little hope of waking up... After refusing an offer from Mismagius for our Heroes to stay in the illusion with all of its pleasures, and happily back in the real world, they continue onward, looking forward to the many rewards their true journey has in store for them.
S10.E44 ∙ Save the Lost Hippopotas!
Continuing en route to Hearthome City, Ash's Turtwig suddenly alerts our Heroes to what they later learn is a Hippopotas stranded on a precarious ledge. After much effort, Ash is finally able to rescue the terrified Pokémon and soon learns that it has been separated from its herd and lost. Deciding to take Hippopotas back to its friends, they discover that Team Rocket has other, more fiendish ideas, and several confrontations between them take place, while one by one all parties become victim to Hippopotas' Yawn attack, which puts the recipient into a deep sleep. But Ash and friends persevere, and their new Pokémon friend is eventually brought back to and happily reunited with its herd. However, that occasion doesn't occur without Ash being the last of our sleepy Heroes to experience the full impact of Hippopotas' Yawn!
S10.E45 ∙ Hunter J Returns! Protect Tatetops!
Continuing toward Hearthome City, our Heroes suddenly come across a rare Shieldon who is being pursued by none other than Pokémon Hunter J and her evil henchmen, but when things look their worst, who arrives on the scene to stop them in their tracks but Ash's old friend and rival Gary Oak! It turns out that Gary is conducting research in order to save all the wild Shieldon in the area, but soon it becomes apparent that their dealings with Hunter J are just beginning. As J is determined to capture Shieldon for a client, Ash and Gary mount a formidable defense against J and her goons, but that old Ash and Gary rivalry comes through and initially causes some friction between the 2. However, it is Ash's bravery that winds up saving the day, and Gary is only too happy to give credit for saving the Shieldon to his old friend. And saying goodbye to Gary, Officer Jenny and a recently arrived Professor Rowan, our Heroes now set their sights back on Hearthome City and their next competitions.
S10.E46 ∙ Shuffle in the Maze! Everyone Hustle!!
As Ash and friends head toward Hearthome City, Dawn has just learned there's to be a free giveaway of a new application, or upgrade, for her Poketch. But after arriving at the Pokémon Center, Nurse Joy regretfully informs her the giveaway is at the Center on the other side of the forest. Quickly our Heroes take off to beat the 5 o'clock deadline, but suddenly run into a disguised Team Rocket who splits them up by luring them into a sprawling maze! Although it appears the evil trio is about to grab every Pokémon they can get their hands on, a thrilling combination of teamwork and tenacity allows Pokémon and trainer alike to burst through the multiple maze walls, uniting our Heroes once again and sending Team Rocket off - empty handed!
S10.E47 ∙ Miru, Casey and the Bottom of the Water!
As our Heroes continue toward Hearthome City, they are being observed secretly by a young girl named Mira, who offers to use her Abra to take them to their destination immediately, using Abra's Teleport. But upon their arrival, they find themselves overlooking a large lake, and after a few tall tales from Mira as to why they've ended up there, they discover Mira is really seeking their help in recovering a submerged Pokeball containing her Sandshrew, which she has been trying to recover for a long, long time. It turns out its underwater location has been guarded by an ornery Gyarados. But with Brock's brilliant strategy and our Heroes' collective help, they do manage to recover Mira's beloved Sandshrew, and also defeat Team Rocket at the same time. Gratefully, Mira then teleports our Heroes to the real Hearthome City location, where they can't WAIT to be part of Ash's next Gym battle and Dawn's next Pokémon Contest!
S10.E48 ∙ Satoshi and Hikari! Facing a New Adventure!!
On their way to Hearthome City, Ash and his friends recall their adventures.
S10.E49 ∙ Pokémon Contest! Yosuga Convention!!
As our Heroes make their way through Hearthome City and to the Hearthome City Gym, they run into their friend Nando at the Gym door who tells them that the Gym Leader will be away for quite awhile, much to Ash's dismay. But telling them about the upcoming Hearthome City Pokémon Tag Battle, Ash and Brock decided to enter that instead - as a team. Meanwhile, the Hearthome City Pokémon Contest is just getting underway, and Dawn finds herself competing along with Nando, Zoey, and Jessilina, who of course is actually Jessie in disguise. Feeling very confident, Dawn gives a superb performance, but is sadly shocked to learn that she hasn't even made it past the 1st round. As she struggles to cope with the situation, Jessilina is defeated by Nando, leaving Zoey and Nando battling in the finals, which Nando ultimately wins. Sharing feelings about their losses proves to cement Dawn and Zoey's friendship even further, and as they both marvel at Nando's ability to compete in both Pokémon Gym battles and Contests, the future begins to look much brighter for both of them, as the Pokémon Tag Battle is set to take place for Ash and Brock in a matter of days.
S10.E50 ∙ All Members Participate! Tag Battle!!
The Hearthome city tag battle competition is off and running. Which Ash, Brock and Dawn vying the Championship title!
S11.E1 ∙ Hikozaru's Tears!
Ash and the gang find a nice place to relax. Ash's new Pokemon, Chimchar, was all new to this special treatment, ever since Paul made its training very rigorous. In order for Chimchar to adapt to its new surroundings, Ash lets it have a battle against Dawn's Piplup. Later in the episode, wild Zangoose appear and battle against Chimchar. Will Chimchar be able to defeat these Pokemon or will it stay frightened?
S11.E2 ∙ Natane and Sabonea! Farewell to Whom!?
Ash and the gang arrive at a town where they meet Gardenia, who is promoting Pokemon battles with many kids. Team Rocket then appears just to see Gardenia rushing to them as she sees Cacnea. She then had a thought of having a double battle with James against Ash and Dawn, who happily accept. Ash uses Aipom, Dawn uses Buneary, Gardenia uses Turtwig, and James uses Cacnea. While battling, Gardenia realizes that Cacnea has more potential and it can use the move Drain Punch. When James commands it to use that move, it shows a devastating blow towards Aipom. Gardenia then gets another idea of giving Cacnea to her as a sign that she can train it to be stronger. Will James finally realize that Cacnea needs a new trainer or will he just teach the move to Cacnea on his own?
S11.E3 ∙ Eipam and Buoysel! Respective Roads!!
Still journeying towards Solaceon City and Dawn's third Pokemon Contest, the gang stops at a Pokemon Center and meet up with Zoey. Zoey realizes that Aipom and Buizel need to be given to their appropriate trainers. Ash and Dawn need some time to think about this. Will they trade Aipom and Buizel to each other or will everything turn out for the worst?
S11.E5 ∙ Bibarel Gnaws Best!
As Ash and friends continue their journey to Solaceon Town, they come across a possible shortcut over a river, which, upon closer examination, turns out to be an unfinished stone bridge. And when Brock spies a pretty young woman named Isis in what he assumes is danger, he rushes to help her, but finds out she is speaking with the head engineer and town mayor about the 3 day deadline to complete construction. It is later learned that the original master stonecutter had left his job because of a bad back, and now she has been given the job of master stonecutter! The head engineer is angrily warning that the bridge has to be done on time or his reputation would be ruined. But we soon learn that the Bibarel in charge of cutting the stone is sleeping on the job - a result of its teacher, the master stonecutter with the supposed bad back, leaving. Our Heroes offer their assistance in helping to finish the job, but without precise stonecutting it is impossible. Meanwhile, Team Rocket has their eyes on stealing Bibarel, and along with capturing the 4 Machamp and Machoke construction workers, appears to have succeeded, until Bibarel has had enough and gnaws through their cage, sending the hapless trio blasting off again. But Bibarel is still unwilling to do its job, until the master stonecutter reappears and informs everyone that the head engineer's blueprints were faulty, banishing the selfish boss from the construction project. And with our Heroes' help, a very happy Bibarel is back on the job, and the bridge is miraculously constructed on time!
S11.E6 ∙ Dainose! Burning Spirit
As our Heroes continue on their way to Solaceon Town, we join Ash and his new friend Alan in the middle of a Pokémon Battle. Ash seems to have found a kindred spirit in Alan: feisty, and brimming with they both call "burning spirit"! But, right in the middle of their battle, Alan's Probopass (which has just evolved from Nosepass) has just become the latest target of none other than Team Rocket, who attaches an antenna to Probopass' head, forcing it to attack its own trainer! It turns out their evil plot involves attaching antennae to as many Probopass as they can, and catching them all, of course. Of course, Alan and our Heroes have other ideas, and after much fierce battling and incredible tenacity, Alan frees his beloved Probopass from the antenna, leaving them all to make quick work of Team Rocket and sending them blasting off again - twice! Having had their battle interrupted several times, we leave Ash and his new friend in the heat of battle, as they revel in the camaraderie and "heat" of their friendship, as well as their "burning spirit".
S11.E7 ∙ Rentorar's Eyes!
Ash and friends team up with a girl and her disobedient and aggressive Luxray to take back a valuable charm from the bandits that stole it when Luxray and Pikachu end up falling into dangerous traps.
S11.E8 ∙ Unknown of the Zui Ruins!
The gang meet up with Kenny when he and Ash battle. Team Rockets' rivals show up to steal a valuable artifact, confuse the Unowns who attack everyone else out of confusion and anger while they escape. During a battle one Pokemon evolves.
S11.E9 ∙ Pokémon Contest! Zui Convention!!
Dawn, Jessie and Kenny compete in the Solaceon Pokemon Contest. They're all confident in their Pokemon and performances however only 1 ribbon will be presented. Who will be the winner?
S11.E10 ∙ Miltank of the Maid Café!
Brock leads the gang to a nearby Maid Cafe that serves Miltank milk. Brock helps Miltank and her trainer build a bond, Ash trains with Turtwig and Dawn tries to decide what she should do next. Before long Team Rocket try to steal Miltank.
S11.E11 ∙ The Urimoo Trio and the Hot Spring Battle!!
The gang stop at the Hot Spring Hotel that one of Dawn's kindergarten friends' family runs however the hot spring has mysteriously stopped flowing. The gang help investigate why.
S11.E12 ∙ Riding the Winds of Change!
While helping Nurse Joy and Officer Jenny return some Pokemon back to the forest Ash and friends have to try to overcome the wind, a run in with Paul and Team Rocket. Can they save the Pokemon stuck in the city?
S11.E13 ∙ Pachirisu Is in Kabarudon's Mouth!?
The gang reach the sand and all the Pokemon come out to play however a large sand loving Pokemon is taken by surprise and the gang spends the rest of the day trying to save one of Dawn's Pokemon. They meet a old Pokemon buddy too.
S11.E14 ∙ Lucario! Wave Bomb of Anger!!
Shortly after arriving in Veilstone City, our Heroes are shocked and awed to come across a Lucario, training intensely with who turns out to be the Veilstone Gym leader, Maylene. However, it turns out that Maylene was soundly defeated earlier on by none other than Ash's rival Paul, and she is now reluctant to continue being the Veilstone Gym leader. Meanwhile, who should appear but a very familiar - looking Electabuzz, which starts all sorts of commotion and infighting with our Heroes' Pokémon. Lucario soon quiets the disturbance, but who should then appear but Paul's older brother Reggie! Reggie further explains Maylene's humiliating Gym battle experience with Paul. And after Maylene runs off in an emotional state, Dawn follows, explaining to her how she is feeling unsure of her future as well. Upon agreeing to have a battle together soon, the two new friends return to find Reggie and Ash preparing to have a three - on - three battle of their own. Impressed with Ash's abilities and Pokémon, Reggie battles hard, but Ash emerges the winner. However, when Reggie suggests that Maylene battle Ash, Dawn firmly interrupts and announces that SHE will have the next battle with Maylene, thus announcing her intention to now pursue Pokémon battles! We leave our Heroes in surprised anticipation of what is to come.
S11.E15 ∙ Crossing the Battle Line!
To regain both of their confidences, Dawn and Maylene have a battle with each other.
S11.E16 ∙ Tobari Gym! Lucario vs Buoysel!!
After both Dawn and Maylene regain their confidences, it is time for Ash's third gym battle. Ash battles with Staravia, Chimchar, and Buizel while Maylene uses Machoke, Meditite, and Lucario. Staravia took down Machoke with Aerial Ace and Meditite with Brave Bird. Lucario takes both Staravia and Chimchar down. Lucario and Buizel battle in the final round. Seeing that both Pokemon are giving it their all, who will emerge victorious?
S11.E17 ∙ Lovely Fashion! Their Name Is Ginga-dan!!
The night before our Heroes are to leave Veilstone City for Ash's next Gym battle challenge which is to be in Pastoria City, who should appear but the evil Team Galactic, continuing to pursue what they describe as their plan for the "new world". It involves stealing the many meteorites surrounding Veilstone City, which is exactly what Ash and friends witness! With the arrival of Officer Jenny, everyone springs into action - Reggie and his brother Paul's Electabuzz, our Heroes and their Pokémon, and Maylene and Lucario. Combining their attacks, they are able to sever the cables that have attached the meteorites to Team Galactica's helicopters, thwarting their fiendish thieving attempts, although Saturn and company manage to get away. With the meteorites safely returned to their spots, our Heroes bid a fond farewell to Reggie, Maylene and their Pokémon, as they set their sights on Pastoria City!
S11.E18 ∙ Pull Yourself Together, Lisyan!
Continuing toward Pastoria City and Ash's next Gym Battle challenge, our Heroes come across a friendly but spoiled Chingling, who it turns out belongs to a Pokémon Magician named Francesca. This cute but immature Chingling is part of a singing Chingling trio, an integral part of Francesca's act. But the spoiled Chingling always seems to mess up their performances. Ash then suggests Pokémon battling to help the young Chingling mature, and Ash and Dawn have a Battle to demonstrate. Meanwhile, not only are Ash and friends impressed with the singing Chingling trio, but Team Rocket as well, who craft a fiendish plot to steal the Chingling by using a robot Chingling to infiltrate the group. There's one small problem - the mecha Chingling can't sing! Everyone soon realizes what Team Rocket is up to, and a fierce battle ensues. But Francesca's young and spoiled Chingling surprises everyone by showing it has matured by launching some amazing and powerful attacks, and Team Rocket is sent blasting off once again. And so, with the Chingling trio safely returned to Francesca, our Heroes bid a fond farewell to their new and talented friends, anticipating the day when they'll get to enjoy another Pokémon magic show.
S11.E19 ∙ Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! Part 1
A very special Riolu encounters with Ash and his friends while trying to escape the hands of Pokémon Hunter J, and, with the help of Pokémon Ranger Kellyn, they try to protect the hurt Pokemon from being captured again.
S11.E20 ∙ Pokémon Ranger! The Wave-Guiding Riolu!!: Part 2
We rejoin our story just as the evil Pokémon Hunter J has stolen Riolu, in order to sell it to her latest client. However, Top Pokémon Ranger Kellyn has captured 3 Blastoise, and their combined Rain Dance moves put out a raging forest wildfire, saving the numerous scared resident Pokémon. Meanwhile, Hunter J has delivered the frozen Riolu to her client, although our Heroes are hot on their trail and ambush them just as the transaction takes place. Some fierce battling ensues, but since Hunter J has already been paid by her client, she and her henchmen escape, leaving Riolu's new "owner" to deal with our Heroes and Kellyn as well. The client and his assistants have some powerful Pokémon indeed, but at the end of the day they are no match for Ash and friends, and Riolu is rescued and safely returned to its kingdom and its grateful citizens.
S11.E22 ∙ Pikachu! Raichu! The Path to Evolution!!
Ash and Pikachu encounter a trainer who wants to have all the evolutionary forms of a pikachu. He challenges them to a battle. Pikachu's no match for the trainer richu. Ash and Pikachu want a re-match. Ash breaks out the Thunderstone he got back in the Indigo league, will Pikachu evolve for the re-match?
S11.E23 ∙ Enter Contest Master Mikuri!!
Stopping at a Pokémon Center for a rest on their way to Pastoria City, our Heroes, watching some T.V., learn that Pokémon Contest Master Wallace is soon to be bringing the Contest named after him, The Wallace Cup, to Lake Valor! Dawn is well - aware of Wallace and his reputation as a great Coordinator, and when they run into their old friend Rhonda from the T.V. show Sinnoh Now looking for Wallace in the forest on his one day off from a grueling publicity schedule, Dawn expresses her fervent desire to meet him too. Ash and Brock agree to help Dawn do just that, and when Piplup notices a strange fog in the forest, who should be relaxing there but Wallace and his magnificent Milotic! Greetings are exchanged, and Wallace graciously offers to watch Dawn and Ash in Contest Battle action once he's learned that Dawn is a Coordinator who plans on entering the Wallace Cup. Impressed with Ash's Buizel (who was once Dawn's Pokémon), Wallace suggests Ash and Buizel enter the Contest as well. Wallace also suggests that although Dawn and Piplup are thoroughly trained, they would both benefit from a little relaxation, and Dawn might want to find some time to play with her Pokémon. Meanwhile, Team Rocket's Jessilina (Jessie in disguise) has plans to enter The Wallace Cup as well, but her overt "social skills" are a bit much, and James and Meowth (also in disguise) end up pulling her away from Wallace in an attempt to 'save' her from herself. In gratitude for an enjoyable day, Wallace and Milotic perform for everyone, much to their delight. Bidding our Heroes goodbye, Wallace takes his leave, and Ash and friends end up back at the Pokémon Center, where Ash receives a mysterious message to call the Pokémon Center in Snowpoint City - a message from none other than their old friend MAY!
S11.E24 ∙ Seven Stars Restaurant! Tag Battle for a Full Course!!
As they prepare for the Wallace Cup, our heroes meet someone else who's getting ready for the same event: Ash and Brock's friend May, from the Hoenn region.
S11.E25 ∙ Everyone's a Rival! Mikuri Cup!!
It's the first stage of the Wallace Cup, and Ash, May, Dawn, and Zoey are all competing. Can all four of them make it to the next round?
S11.E26 ∙ Pruning a Passel of Pals!
While Dawn, May, Ash and Zoey head into the second stage at the Wallace Cup, Dawn is up first, as she begins to regain some of the confidence she had struggled with for awhile now. Which obviously is working, because along with her Buneary she WINS! Next up is Ash, again partnering with his Buizel. But, although launching an unusual and powerful Ice Aqua Jet (invented by Dawn), Kyle and his amazing Lanturn prove too much and Ash is defeated, while that Ice Aqua Jet becomes the talk of the Contest! As the second round continues, Zoey and May both get their victories as well, leaving Dawn with the daunting prospect that should she win and go on to the finals, she will be facing one of her two dear friends! Laughter and good - natured ribbing abounds at the thought of it, but - as Dawn faces Kyle, the question remains: who will Dawn face for the finals, should she defeat Kyle? May...or Zoey?!
S11.E27 ∙ Decisive Match! Hikari vs Haruka!!
After Kyle and Lanturn defeat Ash and Buizel, we find Kyle teamed up with his Crawdaunt and facing off against Dawn and Piplup, to see who will move on to the semifinals - while May and Zoey wait for their semifinal battle. When Dawn is ultimately successful, she finds herself facing May for the finals, after May defeats Zoey in a real point squeaker, determined by the clock. Vowing to have 'no hard feelings no matter who wins', Dawn once again teams up with Piplup, while May calls upon her powerful Glaceon to battle. The fierce attacks fly back and forth, while Ash, Brock and Zoey marvel at the abilities of both Coordinators to use moves that are powerful, yet truly show off their Pokémon - while at the same time May and Dawn marvel at each other's work admiringly. With points almost equal, the battling chases down the clock, until time is up. But who should end up winning the prestigious Aqua Ribbon in a super - close finish, but DAWN! Happy to have seen everyone once again, May leaves the Sinnoh region, vowing to be the winner the next time she and Dawn have a battle. And our Heroes continue on their quests: Ash to join the Sinnoh League, and a revitalized Dawn to become TOP Contest Coordinator!
S11.E28 ∙ Yanyanma! Capture Operation!!
As our Heroes make their way to Pastoria City, and while Dawn continues to marvel at her 2nd Pokémon Contest victory, they suddenly come across a Yanma, pursued by a beginning trainer named Tyler. Along with his Piplup named Pippy, Tyler has been trying to secure his first Pokémon catch for three days, but to no avail. Remembering what it was like to catch their 1st Pokémon, our Heroes volunteer to help Tyler in his quest. But just as he's 1 step away from being successful, who should step in and grab the Yanma but Jessie, and Team Rocket! Thrilled with their success, they decide right away to send it to the Boss, thinking that will secure Giovanni's admiration. But Giovanni sends the Yanma BACK to T.R., although they think it's because the Boss is just being generous. Soon Tyler and our Heroes decide the only thing to do is for Tyler to capture a different Pokémon, and right away another Yanma appears! But as they close in on another capture, Team Rocket appears yet again, as they've decided to capture another Yanma in the same lazy, crooked way as before, to send to the Boss. Suddenly the 1st Yanma evolves into a Yanmega, and some fierce battling ensues. But our Heroes emerge victorious, and Team Rocket is sent blasting off again - this time with Jessie's Yanmega as the newest member of the Team Rocket family. Again, Tyler attempts to capture the 2nd Yanma, and after 2 attempts which include some action - packed battling on Tyler and Pippy's parts, they are finally successful. Thanking them for all their help, Tyler, Pippy and Yanma head off to Lake Valor, as Ash and friends continue on to Pastoria City, happy they were able to help a brand new trainer realize his dream.
S11.E29 ∙ The Scorching Hikozaru!
As our Heroes continue on their Sinnoh region journey with Pastoria City as their next stop, it becomes obvious that Ash's Gligar can't WAIT to have its first battle. But Ash insists Gligar's not ready yet, and to practice more first. That's when Brock offers to do just that with Gligar. A battle begins, when suddenly Gligar is carried away on a strong wind, landing right in front of none other than Paul! When Ash finally finds Paul and Gligar, the fighting between the two rivaling trainers starts all over again, culminating in Ash challenging Paul to a battle right then and there. At first there is no response from Paul, until Chimchar (who of course Paul once trained) insists they battle. Intrigued, Paul agrees, and Ash's choice for his first Pokémon battle partner is the highly motivated but inexperienced Gligar, who is defeated after one hit from Paul's powerful Gliscor. Next up is Paul's Ursaring, and Chimchar's insistence brings it up to be Ash's next battle partner. But Ursaring's Secret Power causes Chimchar to be filled with fear, and it appears all is lost for the little Fire - type, until the same power that Paul had previously been unable to awaken in Chimchar before now explodes with a VENGEANCE, and Ursaring is roundly defeated. However, Chimchar now seems demonically possessed, and it takes every ounce of strength Ash can muster to get Chimchar to calm down after winning. Defeated, Paul leaves, leaving Ash and Chimchar vowing to train harder than ever, and someday win the entire Sinnoh League!
S11.E30 ∙ Cream of the Croagunk Crop!
Ash and friends have arrived in Pastoria City, and they immediately come upon Crasher Wake, the Pastoria City Gym Leader! Ash immediately challenges Crasher to a Gym Battle, but Wake cryptically says he has "urgent business to attend to" at that moment. However, Wake invites our Heroes to come along with him, and they find themselves first frantically following Wake onto a train, and then surrounded by a mammoth crowd of Croagunk! It turns out that the night of the annual Pastoria Great Marsh Croagunk Festival is upon them. This is when the townspeople honor the Croagunk they have raised with a competition - capped off with the winning Croagunk receiving a Diamond and Pearl - studded crown! Brock decides to enter HIS Croagunk, as does Team Rocket - using a Croagunk - disguised Meowth for their entry. They also discover that the finalist will go up against the previous year's winner - a Croagunk named Craig, along with Craig's proud trainer Hamilton. Hamilton, who has been trying to get Nurse Joy's Croagunk named Chrissy to marry Craig, will not take no for an answer, so Brock valiantly vows that HIS Croagunk will win this year's competition and save Chrissy from the unwanted matrimony. But after Meowth loses the second round, Team Rocket finally decides to simply steal the many Croagunk in Pastoria City, and although Brock's Croagunk battles against Craig in the finals, Chrissy comes to the rescue with some amazing moves and sets all the town's Croagunk free! All agree that Chrissy should be this year's winner, and Wake also agrees to battle Ash the following morning, leaving everyone to enjoy the rest of the evening's festivities.
S11.E31 ∙ A Crasher Course in Power!
Ash begins his fourth gym battle against water type gym leader "Crasher" Wake.
S11.E32 ∙ Gliger! Wings of Friendship!/The Gluttonous Urimoo at Urayama House!
The adventurers are invited to take refuge from the weather at the Mansion of Mr. Backlot. They encounter a wild Swinub who helps them when Team Rocket takes everyone's Pokemon.
S11.E33 ∙ Yosuga Collection! The Road to Becoming a Pokémon Stylist!!
Ash and company return to Heart Home City in hopes of meeting the Gym Leader. But the Gym leader is still out. The Gym Leader's friend, Paris, a renowned Poke-stylist convinces Ash and Dawn to enter a Pokemon Fashion Contest.
S11.E34 ∙ The Koduck Roadblock!
Ash and company encounter a trio of Psyducks in a narrow pass. The Psyducks won't allow anyone through. With only a few days to Dawn's contest, they cannot detour, so they must find out why the Psyducks are guarding the passage way.
S11.E35 ∙ Pokémon Summer School Course!!
Ash, Brock and Dawn are invited to a Pokemon Summer Academy by Professor Owen. They're given Pokemon to train during their time at camp, they also encounter other trainers.
S11.E36 ∙ Research Presentation: 'Legend of the Lake'!
Day Three at Pokémon Summer Camp, everyone is to observe Water Pokémon in the lake for a report. When one of their Pokémon wanders off, Ash and friends follow the wayward Pokémon and discover a mysterious Pokémon in a cave.
S11.E37 ∙ It's Ghost Time After School
Summer camp continues. Everyone learns how to approach Ghost Pokemon. They encounter several ghost Pokemon, including one who supposedly carries people into the Spirit World, but all is not as it appears.
S11.E38 ∙ The Final Contest! Pokémon Triathlon!!
The last day of summer camp. Everyone competes in a Triathalon.
S11.E39 ∙ A Lean Mean Team Rocket Machine!
After Piplup passes out from exhaustion, Ash and company decide to relax for a while at a Pokemon center and get some tips from Professor Oak. Meanwhile Team Rocket realizes that Summer Camp soften them up, and they vow to go back to basics to get back their edge.
S11.E40 ∙ Dancing Gym Leader! Enter Melissa!!
Ash and company finally find the Hearthome Gym Leader, Fantina. She's a top coordinator and a traveling gym leader/trainer. Both Ash and Dawn want to challenge her, but it's Ash who gets a chance to face her and her Ghost-type Pokémon.
S11.E41 ∙ Pachirisu Has a Fever! Two People Taking Care!?
The group settles down in a cabin while Ash tries to figure out a strategy for his rematch. Brock goes to the store to get some supplies and a Pokemon crisis arises when one of the Pokemon gets sick. Ash and Dawn try to handle the crisis, and realize how dependent they are on Brock.
S11.E42 ∙ Pokémon Contest! Kannagi Tournament!!
Dawn enters the Celestic Town contest. She meets Lila, a top Pokemon Stylist who was once a Pokemon coordinator and a rival/friend of her mother.
S11.E43 ∙ Ginga-dan Attacks!!: Part 1
Just as they're about to leave for a new city, the group hears that Cynthia is in town helping her grandmother at a Research Center. Meanwhile Team Galactic begins an attack to steal the Lustrous Orb.
S11.E44 ∙ The Floating Unidentified Mysterious Animal!?
The adventurers make a brief stop to catch up with Angie, their friend from Summer camp. They help her take care of some Pokemon her family's Pokemon Daycare Center. She reluctantly reveals a mistake she made, and needs their help to deal with the situation.
S11.E45 ∙ Four Heavenly Kings Ryou! Forest of Meeting and Separation!
Ash and company pass through a small town, and encounter Aaron, a member of the Elite Four. A Pokemon Master who specializes in Bug Type Pokemon, and he's preparing for a championship battle with Cynthia.
S11.E46 ∙ Naetle, Hayashigame... and Dodaitose!
Ash continues his training. Paul and Ash have a Pokemon Battle, during the battle Ash's Pokemon evolves. They quickly learn that the newly evolved Pokemon has lost some of its abilities, and get unexpected help discovering its new abilities.
S11.E47 ∙ Enter Rival Trainer Jun!!
Ash and company arrive in Hearthome city. But Fatima just had a gym battle and delays their rematch for a day. He encounters Barry a highly energetic trainer, whose training style strongly resembles Paul's techniques.
S11.E48 ∙ Yosuga Gym Match! Vs Melissa!!
Ash has his rematch with Fatima. Meanwhile Jessie enters a Pokemon Contest.
S11.E49 ∙ Chaotic Melee in Mio City!
Team Rocket, Ash and company all lose their Pokemon. It's a race to reunite the Pokemon with their trainers. Meowth contemplates leaving Team Rocket
S12.E1 ∙ Yokan and Rotom!/Crecelia VS Darkrai!
Ash and company arrive at the gym, but the gym leader is out training on Iron Island. In the meantime, the town is suffering from nightmares and no one is getting any sleep.
S12.E2 ∙ A Breed Stampede!
As Ash continues training for his gym battle. Dawn tries to train with her newly evolved Piloswine, and learns that her Pokemon isn't as receptive as its non-evolved form.
S12.E3 ∙ Rampard vs Trideps!!
Ash gets word that the gym leader has returned. Roark, the gym leader from Oreburg City has come to challenge his father, Byron the Canalave City gym leader. With Roark using Rampardos and Byron using Bastiodon, who will win the battle?
S12.E4 ∙ Mio Gym Match! Steel Battle!!
Ash has his long awaited Gym Battle with Byron.
S12.E5 ∙ The Stray Whalko!
As Ash and company are about to depart for Dawn's upcoming Contest, they find the boats are being blocked by a herd of Whalords. As they figure out what to do next, some Pokemon steal their food, Ash soon stumbles on the connect between the Whalords and the stray Pokemon.
S12.E6 ∙ Gen and Lucario!
As Ash and company are about to leave for Dawn's Contest Battle, they get a call from Barry. He tells them one of his Pokemon has gone wild, and other Pokemon on the Island are also going berserk. The adventurers head to Iron Island to help Barry figure out the mystery.
S12.E7 ∙ The Ruins of Steel Island!
Ash and company continue their struggle to stop Team Galactic's latest scheme, which is somehow affecting steel type Pokemon. They learn this is just part of Team Galactic's overall plan.
S12.E8 ∙ Pikachu-Pochama Drifting Chronicle!
Pikachu and Piplup get themselves stranded on an island where they discover a Corphish and several Mantykes taking care to a mysterious egg.
S12.E9 ∙ The Mischievous Phione!
As Dawn prepares for the next contest, the adventurers try to spot a rare Phione. One Phione becomes attracted to one of Dawn's Pokemon.
S12.E10 ∙ Pokémon Contest! Akebi Tournament!!
Dawn enters the Chocovine town Pokemon contest and meets a tough trainer named Ursula. Will she win her 4th ribbon?
S12.E11 ∙ Wild Junsar and Accomplice Perap!
Team Rocket steals Officer Jenny's Chatot.
S12.E12 ∙ Yukimenoko in a Snowstorm!
A Froslass holds Meowth and Piplup captive and will only release them when her friend, a Snowrunt is returned.
S12.E13 ∙ Rocket-dan Breakup!?
Meowth decides to leave Team Rocket to become a Noodle Chef, which prompts the other members to pursue their own goals.
S12.E14 ∙ PokéRinger! Big Decisive Sky Battle!!
Ash enters a Poke Ringer contest with Staravia. Paul also enters the competition.
S12.E15 ∙ Clash! Mammoo vs Bossgodora!!
Dawn encounters an Agron and become separated from Ash and Brock. When one of her Pokemon is injured fighting the Agron, she must use everything she's learned to heal her Pokemon
S12.E16 ∙ The Mysterious Creatures, Pocket Monsters!
The friends travel toward Snowpoint City.
S12.E17 ∙ The Lonely Yukikaburi!
Ash and company encounter a Snover who longs for companionship.
S12.E18 ∙ Evolution! This Time for Pochama!?
Piplup seems to be worn out lately. They notice Piplup starts to glow. Everyone is excited by the prospect of Piplup evolving, except for Piplup.
S12.E19 ∙ Pokémon Contest! Tatsunami Tournament!!
Dawn enters the Sandlestraw contest.
S12.E20 ∙ Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament! Eteboth Does Her Best!!
Ash and Dawn enter a Pokemon Ping Pong Contest. After the contest, a trainer approaches Dawn and asks if he can train Ambipom for Ping Pong Contests.
S12.E21 ∙ Cherinbo! A Brave Battle!?
The group encounters a Pokemon Trainer who doesn't appear to realize what Pokemon battles are about, and try to teach her what's really important.
S12.E22 ∙ Miss Suzuna of the Trainers' School!
Ash and company meet up with Zoey in Snowpoint City. The Gym Leader convinces Ash to teach a Pokemon class before their battle.
S12.E23 ∙ Kissaki Gym! Ice Battle!!
Ash finally arrives at Snowpoint Gym for his battle with Candice. This gym will be different from his previous gym challenges, with each trainer using 4 Pokémon each. Can Ash defeat Candice and win his seventh badge?
S12.E24 ∙ Battle Pyramid! Shinji vs Jindai!!
Following Ash's victory at the Snowpoint City Gym against the Gym Leader Candice, who should appear out of nowhere but Ash's rival Paul! Asking for a Battle with Candice as well, Paul is told he'll have to wait until the following day. But suddenly Paul's brother Reggie appears, and also - none other than the Kanto Frontier Brain from the Battle Pyramid, Brandon! Knowing that the only challenge Reggie ever made in his career as a Trainer that wasn't successful was when he challenged Brandon, Paul immediately challenges Brandon on the spot, vowing to beat him and accomplish what his brother couldn't. A 6 on 6 Battle ensues, but Brandon and his Pokémon prove far too powerful, and as Paul gets more and more angry, Brandon defeats him and advising him to come and Battle him again when his temper and emotions are more in check. As Zoey and Candice take leave of our Heroes, Reggie suggests Ash and Paul have a full Battle in the near future, which everyone agrees is a great idea. So, 10 days into the future, all agree to meet again once more for Ash and Paul's full Battle!
S12.E25 ∙ Resurrected Regigigas! J Returns!!
Some Pokemon hunters attack a Temple and awaken a legendary Pokemon. The Pokemon goes on a rampage. Ash helps Brandon effort to calm the enraged Pokemon.
S12.E26 ∙ Denryu Train! Enter Handsome!!
The group takes a train to their next destination. The train takes an unexpected stop. Team Rocket tries to take advantage of the situation.
S12.E27 ∙ Pedal to the Mettle!
Ash and friends arrive at Lake Acuity, the site where Ash and Paul will have their full 6-vs-6 battle. After healing his Pokémon, Ash meets up with Paul and the two begin their long awaited battle. Who will ultimately be victorious?
S12.E28 ∙ Evolving Strategies!
Ash and Paul continue their 6-on-6 battle. With both teams fighting extremely hard it could be anyone's match, so Paul calls out his newly evolved Magmortar, hoping it will secure him victory.
S12.E29 ∙ Yuxie's Shadow!
With all of his Pokémon weak and injured from the battle with Paul, Ash rushes to the Pokémon Center in order to get them healed. Nurse Joy does not, however, have the berry needed to properly heal Monferno. Brock decides to help and heads to Lake Acuity to find it. While at the lake, something strange happens.
S12.E30 ∙ King of the Forest! Mojumbo!!
Dawn decides to start training for the next Pokemon Contest with Mamoswine. However, despite overcoming its disobedience, Mamoswine still won't battle. Things turn bad when Mamoswine runs into a forest and Dawn chases after it.
S12.E31 ∙ Everybody Participate! Pokémon Hustle!!
Dawn's favorite television program Pokémon Hustle was employing actors near the group's location, and, naturally, Dawn was eager for the chance to take part and therefore she, Ash and Brock decided to check the program out.
S12.E32 ∙ Mt. Tengan Ruins! Ginga-dan Conspiracy!!
While returning a wild Shellos to its herd, the adventurers encounter Team Galactic as they're trying to unearth some ruins.
S12.E33 ∙ Maril, Pochama, Elekid!!
Piplup and a wild Elekid compete over the affections of a Maril.
S12.E34 ∙ Hikari vs Mama! Parent-Child Showdown!!
The adventurers stay with Dawn's mother as Dawn prepares for the next Pokemon contest. Dawn challenges her mother to a battle.
S12.E35 ∙ Rescue Dr. Okido! Nyorotono vs Gureggru!!
Professor Oak arrives in Twin Leaf Town to give a lecture. But he gets distracted by some Pokemon, who need his assistance. Team Rocket attempts to take advantage of the situation.
S12.E36 ∙ Naty, Natio... Mysterious Forest!
As the Twin Leaf festival draws to a close, Ash, Dawn and Barry encounter a Xatu and wind up miniaturized and trying to find a way to return to normal.
S12.E37 ∙ Tower Tycoon! That Man, Kurotsugu!!
The Twin Leaf Town festival draws to a close. Only one person can challenge Palmer, Barry's father, and one of the Battle Frontier Brains from Sinou.
S12.E38 ∙ The Worst Togepy Ever!
The young adventurers and Team Rocket encounter a mischievous Togepi.
S12.E39 ∙ Dungeon Capture!? The Valley Powerplant!
The adventurers meet some trainers from Johto who are trying to promote their region. Dawn acquires a Pokemon egg, and Team Rocket appears causing mayhem.
S12.E40 ∙ Fukamaru! Got It!!
The wild Gible follows the adventurers. Ash decides to catch it, but Barry arrives and decides he wants it.
S12.E41 ∙ Pokémon Contest! Suiren Tournament!!
Ash, Dawn, Kory and Laura try to capture a rogue Gible.
S12.E42 ∙ Satoshi and Hikari! Tag Battle!!
Lyra and Khoury have to return to Johto. Before they do, the adventurers have a tag battle with Ash and Dawn.
S12.E43 ∙ Muma, Yamikarasu and the Dark Stone!
The adventurers encounter some sibling trainers whose relationship is strained.
S12.E44 ∙ Pikachu, Pochama, Keep Apart!!
Pikachu and Piplup become unexpectedly attached to each other. The adventurers soon discover that other Pokemon are similarly affected. Ash and Dawn are determined to find the cause.
S12.E45 ∙ The Red Chain! Activated by Ginga-dan!!
Ash and friends are walking through a grassland and come across Meowth of Team Rocket, who is injured. When they ask him what happened while treating his wounds, Meowth says that he was attacked by Team Galactic in a large building called the Fuego Ironworks.
S12.E46 ∙ Agnome, Yuxie, Emrit!/ Dialga and Palkia! The Final Battle!
Team Galactic's plan begins to take shape and three legendary Pokemon are captured. Ash and his friends sense the Pokemon's trouble and try to find/free the Pokemon.
S12.E47 ∙ The Treasure Is All Mine
A treasure chest buried by James long ago is discovered. Now that it's been discovered, he's determined to destroy the contents.
S12.E48 ∙ The Air Battle Master Enters! Glion vs. Hassam!!
The adventurers encounter a master of air battles. Ash challenges him to battle to train his Gliscore.
S12.E49 ∙ Double Battle! Mammoo and Hinoarashi!!
As Dawn prepares for her Double Battle Contest in Daybreak Town, a little help from her friends brings some new and surprising inspiration.
S12.E50 ∙ Fukamaru and Dragon Meteor Shower!
While traveling, the adventurers meet a Dragon-type trainer and a wild Gible.
S13.E1 ∙ Loud Roar! Jibacoil vs Metagross!!
The adventurers come across two wild Pokemon, Magnezone and Metagross. The rampaging Pokemon wreak havoc on a nearby town.
S13.E2 ∙ Roaring Freezing Punch! Buoysel vs Barrierd!!
Ash and company encounter a martial arts Pokemon trainer. He helps Ash and Weezil learn a new attack.
S13.E3 ∙ Get Fired Up, Kabigon! King of the Pokéthlon!!
The adventurers encounter Daniel, a scientific Pokemon trainer. Daniel and Ash compete in a Pokemon Marathon.
S13.E4 ∙ The Curtain Rises! Pokémon Contest: Asatsuki Tournament!!
Dawn enters the Daybreak Town Pokemon contest. A rival's Pokemon reminds Dawn of a painful childhood experience.
S13.E5 ∙ Double Battle! Vs Plusle & Minun!!
Dawn competes in the finals at the Daybreak Town Contest for her fifth ribbon.
S13.E6 ∙ Explosive Evolution! Goukazaru!!
Ash and company encounter Barry and Paul. Barry and Ash have a battle that's interrupted by Team Rocket with a new plan to take their Pokemon.
S13.E7 ∙ Pochama Goes Astray!
Piplup after getting hit by Drago Meteor one too many times by Ash's Gible, Piplup gets frustrated when the adventurers try to boost Gible's confidence, and decides to run away.
S13.E8 ∙ Flint Sparks the Fire!
Ash and company arrive at the Sunny Shore Gym. Where they find Voltner, the Gym Leader, has given up on battling.
S13.E9 ∙ Liftoff! Nagisa Tower!!
Ash's gym battle with Volkner is interrupted when Team Rocket steals Sunnyshore Tower.
S13.E10 ∙ The Beach Pokémon School!
Dawn's mother is supposed to teach a beginner's Pokemon Coordinator class, but gets called away to judge a nearby contest. The young adventurers teach her class.
S13.E11 ∙ Fly, Shaymin! Far Into the Sky!!
The adventurers encounter Marley, a trainer who's trying to get a wild Chaymin to its area in time for it's blooming journey.
S13.E12 ∙ Pokemon Ranger: Heatran Rescue Mission
The adventurers meet Ranger Ben. He has lost his Pokemon Capture Styler, and asks for their help to bring a Heatran to a Pokemon Reserve.
S13.E13 ∙ Kikuno of the Four Heavenly Kings! Kabarudon vs Dodaitose!!
The adventurers meet Roland a young trainer who falls victim to Team Rocket's latest ploy. They also meet Bertha, one of the Elite Four.
S13.E14 ∙ Togekiss Dance! The Princess's Pokémon Contest!!
A princess asks Dawn to trade places for a day, so that the princess may compete in a Pokemon contest.
S13.E15 ∙ Togekiss! The Magnificent Battle!!
Dawn begins training her new acquired Togekiss.
S13.E16 ∙ Metamon: Transformation Battle! Which One Is the Real One!?
The adventurers meet Narissa. A trainer who has a lot to learn about Pokemon.
S13.E17 ∙ The Grand Festival Begins! The Art of Flame and Ice!!
Contestants arrive for the Grand Festival. Rivals and friends gather for the competition. One competitor makes an unexpected early exit.
S13.E18 ∙ Mammoo, Pachirisu! Decide on the Ice Chandelier!!
Day 2 of the Grand Festival. Dawn faces off against Ursala.
S13.E19 ∙ The Semi-Finals! Who Is Heading to the Finals!?
Semi-final battles at the Grand Festival. With Nando vs Zoey. Then Dawn vs Jessilina.
S13.E20 ∙ Decisive Rival Showdown! Hikari vs Nozomi!!
The Grand Festival finals. Dawn vs Zooey in the for title of Top Coordinator.
S13.E21 ∙ Goodbye Rocket-dan! Love of Nyarth!?
Meowth meets and falls for a Glameowth. He ready to quit Team Rocket to be with her.
S13.E22 ∙ Electric Shock Battle! The Final Badge!!
Ash battles Voltner for his eighth and final badge.
S13.E23 ∙ Satoshi vs Kengo! Sailing for Respective Roads!!
The adventurers miss their ship and have to wait a day before continuing their journey. They meet up with old friends. Dawn receives and unexpected invitation, and all of them start to contemplate the next part of their journey.
S13.E24 ∙ Treasure Hunter: Baku & Yajilon!
The adventurers meet Buck, a treasure hunter, and help him on his latest venture.
S13.E25 ∙ Eve of Battle! Satoshi's Pokémon All Together!!
Ash asks Professor Oak to send him some of his old Pokemon for the upcoming competition. Team Rocket intercepts the Pokemon, now Ash must find and recover his Pokemon.
S13.E26 ∙ Raise the Curtain! Shin'o League: Suzuran Tournament!!
Round one of the Sinnoh League Championship. Ash vs Nando.
S13.E29 ∙ Rival Decisive Battle! Satoshi vs Shinji!!
Quarter finals begin. Ash vs Paul, part 1.
S13.E30 ∙ A Real Rival Rouser
After Ash's early lead, Paul begins his counter attack.
S13.E31 ∙ Full Battle! Shinji vs Satoshi!!: Part Two
Ash vs Paul part 3. The battle of these arch-rivals concludes with the winner advancing to the semi-finals.
S13.E32 ∙ The Semi-Final Frontier!
Ash battles Tobias in the semi-finals. Tobia has only used his Darkrai in all his previous matches. Can Ash find a way to defeat Darkrai and what of the rest of Tobias's Pokemon?
S13.E33 ∙ Pokémon Doctor: Takeshi!
On the way back to Twin Leaf Town, several Pokemon are injured. With no Pokemon Doctor on board, Brock does everything he can to help the Pokemon until support arrives.
S13.E34 ∙ Memories Are Made of Bliss!
Ash and Brock spend the night at Dawn's house as they prepare for their return to their respective homes. It's a time of farewell. Brock makes a surprise announcement. The three friends part to pursue their own individual dreams.
S14.E1 ∙ Iris and Kibago!/To the Isshu Region! Zekrom's Shadow!
Ash and his mother take a vacation with Professor Oak to the Unova region. A dark cloud reveals a mysterious Pokemon which affects Pikachu.
S14.E2 ∙ A Sandile Gusher of Change
Ash and Iris try to help the owners of a Hot Sand Resort who are being plagued by Sandile.
S14.E3 ∙ Battle Club! A Mysterious Pokémon Appears!!
Ash and Iris stop at a Battle Club for some training. Ash's battle is interrupted by Team Rocket and a mysterious Pokemon.
S14.E4 ∙ Sanyou Gym! Vs Baoppu, Hiyappu and Yanappu!!
Ash arrives at the Striaton Gym for his first battle. The three gym leaders offer Ash a choice for the battle. Ash requests a battle with all three leaders.
S14.E5 ∙ Site of Dreams! Munna and Musharna!
Ash's battle concludes. Cilan, impressed with Ash's victory, decides to journey with Ash to become a better connoisseur. Part of Team Rocket's plan is revealed.
S14.E6 ∙ Tsutarja: Attracted by Capture!?
Ash and company encounter a wild Snivy with some really powerful attacks. They suspect it left its previous trainer. Ash is determined to catch the Snivy.
S14.E7 ∙ Darumakka and Hihidaruma! The Secret of the Clock Tower!!
Ash and company encounter a pair of Darumakas who steals food. They soon find they're bringing it to their friend who is psychically supporting a bell. Team Rocket's plans continue.
S14.E8 ∙ Out of Control Pendra! Rescue Kibago!
Iris has a training battle with Cilan, and her past is explored.
S14.E9 ∙ Rival Battle! Strong Opponent Pururiru!
Ash challenges Trip to a full Pokemon battle.
S14.E10 ∙ A Home for Dwebble!
Ash and company encounter a Dweeble who has his shell stolen from him by other Dweeble. They aide him reclaiming his home.
S14.E11 ∙ The Yabukuron Squad and the Secret Base!?
Ash and company meet some children who have adopted a Trubbish. But their teacher disapproves of their Pokemon.
S14.E12 ∙ Chillarmy Is a Neat Freak!?
Ash and company meet Bianca, Professor Juniper's helper. She gives Ash a badge case, which is promptly stolen by a Minccino. Now the group tries to catch the Pokemon
S14.E13 ∙ Shippou City! Big Adventure at the Museum!!
Arriving in Nacrene City, our Heroes discover the Gym has a most unusual location and situation!
S14.E14 ∙ The Battle According to Lenora!
The day for Ash's Nacrene City Gym Battle challenge is here, and Lenora isn't about to go easy on our Hero!
S14.E15 ∙ Shippou Gym Rematch! Explosive New Move!!
After some special training, Ash challenges Lenora to re-match.
S14.E16 ∙ The Wild Child That Hatched from the Egg!
Ash's Pokemon egg finally hatches revealing a Scraggy.
S14.E17 ∙ Yaguruma Forest! Kurumiru and Arti!!
Ash and company get lost in Pinwheel Forest and encounter a wild Swaddle and Burgh, the next gym leader Ash wants to challenge.
S14.E18 ∙ A Connisseuer's Revenge
The adventurers encounter a Pokemon Connisuser who insists that Ash replace all his Pokémon. They soon discover she has a past with Cilan. And a Pokemon battle ensues.
S14.E19 ∙ Pikachu vs Meguroco vs Koaruhie!!
A previously encountered Sandile wants to battle Ash's Pikachu. But their battle is interrupted by some wild Duckletts.
S14.E20 ∙ The Lost World of Gothitelle!
The adventurers cross a foggy bridge and seemingly into the past where they meet a young girl and her Gotitelle.
S14.E21 ∙ Hiun City! Fushide Panic!!
The adventurers arrive in Castilla City and find that it's overrun with Venipede.
S14.E22 ∙ Hiun Gym Match! Purehearted Bug PokéMon Battle!!
Ash battles Burgh for his third badge.
S14.E23 ∙ Beware of Cute Faces! Emonga Paralyzes!!
As our heroes, along with their old friend Bianca, continue toward the Nimbasa Gym, they come across a Pokémon that Bianca just has to catch.
S14.E24 ∙ Emonga vs Tsutarja! The Volt Change Chaos!!
As our heroes continue toward Nimbasa City, Iris's new friend Emolga proves just how amazing and unpredictable a Pokémon can be.
S14.E25 ∙ The Scary Story of the Hitomoshi Mansion!
While taking cover from the rain, the adventurers encounter Team Rocket and some seemingly helpful Litwick.
S14.E26 ∙ The Road to Become a Dragon Master! Kibago VS Crimgan!!
The adventurers meet Emmy, a trainer who has yet to start her journey. Iris reveals her dream to be a Dragon Master.
S14.E27 ∙ The Missing Hotachi! Mijumaru's Biggest Crisis Ever!!
During a battle with another trainer, Oshawott loses his scalchop, causing Oshawott to run off to search for it mid-battle.
S14.E28 ∙ The Monmen in Love Rides the Wind!
The adventurers try to help a wild Cottonee who's having during its mating season.
S14.E29 ∙ Ligray and the UFO!
The adventurers spot a UFO and encounter Professor Icarus, an expert on the subject.
S14.E30 ∙ Rival Battle! Vanipeti, Dokkora Compete in a Battle!!
Ash and Trip have a 3-on-3 battle.
S14.E31 ∙ Gamagaru, Maggyo! Battle on the Waterfront!!
Having learned why Oshuwott is having difficulty with Aquajet, Ash helps Oshuwott through special training.
S14.E32 ∙ Iris and Exadrill Against the Dragon Buster!
Iris is challenged by Georgia - a Dragon Buster. Iris's past with Excadrill is revealed.
S14.E33 ∙ Dangoro! Let's Fire the Luster Cannon!!
Ash attempts to capture a Roggenrola, but the battle is interrupted as they investigate Roggenrola's home and find Team Rocket.
S14.E34 ∙ Sommelier-Detective Dent! Tabunne Disappearance Case!!
The adventurers encounter an Audino wandering aimlessly through a patch of fog. They soon find out the local town has been losing their Audinos. They offer to help find the missing Pokemon
S14.E35 ∙ Fossil Revival! Ancient Mysterious Bird Archeos!!
The adventurers meet up with Doctors Juniper and Fennel as they work to bring back an ancient Pokemon from a fossil.
S14.E36 ∙ The Fishing Sommelier - Dent Appears!
The adventurers enter a fishing competition unaware that the competition is being run by Team Rocket.
S14.E37 ∙ Movie Time! Zorua in 'The Legend of the Pokemon Knight'
The adventurers make a movie.
S14.E38 ∙ Reunion Battles at Nimbasa
Day one at the Nimbasa Battle Tournament, a time to meet up with old friends and rivals.
S14.E39 ∙ Fierce Fighting Don Battle! Tsutarja VS Komatana!!
Day two of the battle tournament.
S14.E40 ∙ Climactic Don Battle! Emonga VS Dageki!!
Round 2 of the competition continues.
S14.E41 ∙ Decisive Don Battle! Satoshi VS Iris!!
The final round of the tournament: Ash vs Iris.
S14.E42 ∙ Nyagotiator Nyarth! Zuruzukin Persuasion Tactics!!
Axew is kidnapped by a wild Scrafty who demands the adventurers train him for a battle. The get some unexpected help from Meowth who has just been fired from Team Rocket.
S14.E43 ∙ Purrloin: Sweet or Sneaky?
The adventurers encounter a Purrloin who claims it needs their help.
S14.E44 ∙ Ohbem and Doublan and the Dream Thief!
The adventurers meet Beheeyem, a Pokemon that can make dreams come true. They soon become trapped in a dream world and must find a way to escape.
S14.E45 ∙ Nyagotiator Nyarth! Break Through Tunbear Forest!!
The adventurers rescue a Cubchew that got separated from its pack. They soon get in the middle of a feud between two groups of Beartic.
S14.E46 ∙ Flat-out Run! Battle Subway!! - Part 1
Team Rocket executes their plan. They manage to steal several Pokemon, and use their "Ghost Train" to make their escape.
S14.E47 ∙ Flat-out Run! Battle Subway!! - Part 2
The adventurers try to find Team Rocket's Ghost Train, and all the stolen Pokemon. Meanwhile Pikachu and Axchew try to free themselves and the other Pokemon.
S15.E1 ∙ The Gym Leader Is a Charisma Model! Kamiture Appears!!
After meeting the Nimbasa City Gym Leader, Elesa, our heroes encounter an old friend with a surprise guest!
S15.E2 ∙ Dazzling the Nimbasa Gym!
The stakes are high for Ash winning his fourth Unova Gym Badge at the Nimbasa Gym, and our hero's taking no chances!
S15.E3 ∙ Lost at the Stamp Rally!
Spending the day in Nimbasa City after Ash's fourth Unova Gym Badge win, Cilan has a special challenge in mind, while our heroes discover a fellow Trainer in need!
S15.E4 ∙ Ash Versus the Champion!
As our heroes prepare to leave Nimbasa City, they bump into Ash's rival Trip, who introduces them to someone they had only dreamed of meeting!
S15.E5 ∙ A Maractus Musical
On their way to Driftveil City, our heroes meet an enterprising young man with three dedicated friends and a dream!
S15.E6 ∙ The Four Seasons of Sawsbuck!
Stopping at a Pokémon Center on their way to Driftveil City, out heroes meet a young Pokémon photographer on the mission of a lifetime!
S15.E7 ∙ Scraggy and the Demanding Gothita!
On their way to Driftveil City and Ash's next Gym Battle, our heroes meet a demanding Gothita with a crush on Scraggy!
S15.E8 ∙ The Lonely Deino!
On their way to Driftveil City and Ash's next Gym Battle, our heroes come across some very special Pokémon in a very special place!
S15.E9 ∙ The Mighty Accelguard to the Rescue!
Arriving in Driftveil City, our heroes meet a fascinating hometown resident with a secret!
S15.E10 ∙ A Call for Brotherly Love!
While Ash prepares for his upcoming Gym Battle with Clay, a surprise visitor with a dilemma offers both Ash and Cilan the opportunity to help!
S15.E11 ∙ Stopping the Rage of Legends!: Part 1
What started as a trip to Milos Island to find Revival Herbs has turned into a cataclysmic battle of legendary proportions!
S15.E12 ∙ Stopping the Rage of Legends!: Part 2
In search of scarce Revival Herbs, our heroes are now faced with the potential destruction of Milos Island!
S15.E13 ∙ Battling the King of the Mines!
With a bag full of revival herbs, our heroes have returned to Driftveil City and Ash is raring to battle Gym Leader Clay!
S15.E14 ∙ Crisis at Chargestone Cave!
Continuing their journey to Mistralton City, our heroes encounter Chargestone Cave and a dilemma for its occupants!
S15.E15 ∙ Evolution Exchange Excitement!
After witnessing a dramatic Pokémon trade and evolution, Ash and his friends' excitement has just begun!
S15.E16 ∙ Explorers of the Hero's Ruin!
The elder Professor Juniper has invited our heroes to join him in what he promises will be an exciting adventure...and he keeps his promise!
S15.E17 ∙ Battling the Bully!
An encounter with Pikachu's rival from the past puts our heroes in the middle of a bullying confrontation!
S15.E18 ∙ Baffling the Bouffalant!
An encounter with some very angry Bouffalant forces our heroes to take some unexpected precautions!
S15.E19 ∙ Cilan Takes Flight!
Arriving at the Mistralton City Gym, our heroes are shocked to discover a Gym Leader with a battle style they never would have imagined!
S15.E20 ∙ An Amazing Aerial Battle!
Not only is the Mistralton City Gym Jet Badge on the line, but the Gym Leader's method of battling as well!
S15.E21 ∙ Climbing the Tower of Success!
After reuniting with two old friends, our heroes prepare to participate in a competition that takes making a wish to a higher level!
S15.E22 ∙ The Clubsplosion Begins!
Don George's Clubsplosion Tournament is getting underway, and our heroes obviously have several rivals with scores to settle!
S15.E23 ∙ Search for the Clubultimate!
Round one of the Clubsplosion Tournament rages on, and the explosive action more than lives up to its name!
S15.E24 ∙ The Fiercely Fought Donamite! Kirikizan VS Enbuoh!!
As round one of the Clubsplosion nears completion, round two promises even more excitement with every match!
S15.E25 ∙ Commanding the Clubsplosion Crown!
The Clubsplosion Tournament is all about intense head-to-head battling, but the final round is about to raise the battle bar high!
S15.E26 ∙ Rescue Kibago! Aiant's Nest!!
As our heroes continue toward Icirrus City, a joyous event precedes a kidnapping crisis!
S15.E27 ∙ A Restoration Confrontation!: Part 1
As our heroes continue their journey to the Icirrus City Gym, they find themselves in Twist Mountain and in the middle of another evil Team Rocket plot!
S15.E28 ∙ A Restoration Confrontation! Part 2
As our heroes battle to save their new Pokémon friends, the survival of an entire world is at stake!
S15.E29 ∙ Evolution by Fire!
Stopping for the night at Don George's Pokémon Battle Club on their way to Icirrus City, our heroes come across a Trainer with a surprising connection to their past!
S15.E30 ∙ Guarding the Guardian of the Mountain!
As our heroes near Icirrus City and Ash's next Gym Battle, they find themselves face to face with the star-studded stuff of legends!
S15.E31 ∙ Caution: Icy Battle Conditions!
The chance for Ash to earn his seventh Unova Gym badge is here, and it's a slippery slope indeed!
S15.E32 ∙ Clash of the Connoisseurs!
While pursuing Ash's eighth Unova Gym badge and subsequent entry into the Unova League, our heroes are summoned to a place where Cilan's Connoisseur skills are in high demand!
S15.E33 ∙ Crisis at Ferroseed Research
On their way to Virbank City, our heroes run into a familiar face and an icy emergency!
S15.E34 ∙ An Epic Defense Force!
Arriving in Virbank City, an old friend gives our heroes a taste of movie making they will never forget!
S15.E35 ∙ Rocking the Virbank Gym!: Part 1
Ash's quest for his eighth Gym badge gets underway-and the battle turns out to be a multimedia event indeed!
S15.E36 ∙ Rocking the Virbank Gym!: Part 2
The Gym is jumping, the fans are cheering, and the quest for Ash's eighth Unova Gym badge is red-hot and rocking!
S15.E37 ∙ All for the Love of Meloetta!
An unexpected encounter with an old friend in Virbank City presents our heroes with unexpected challenges galore!
S15.E38 ∙ Pochama VS Yanappu! The Magnificent Battle!!
With Cynthia's help, our heroes have begun training for the Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup, and a couple of old friends come along for the wild ride!
S15.E39 ∙ Expedition to Onix Island!
When our heroes take a break from special training, a mysterious island offers much more than they bargained for!
S15.E40 ∙ The Mystery of the Missing Cubchoo!
As our heroes train for the upcoming Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup, a worried neighbor of Cynthia's comes by for help!
S15.E41 ∙ Iris and the Rogue Dragonite!
While our heroes continue preparations for the Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup, a sudden emergency and a Pokémon in need change their lives forever!
S15.E42 ∙ Jostling for the Junior Cup!
The Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup is off to a roaring start, while our heroes are faced with rivals old and new!
S15.E43 ∙ Battling Authority Once Again!
The second round of the Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup is off and running, while a battle between the winner and Alder waits in the wings!
S15.E44 ∙ Ash, Iris and Trip: Then There Were Three!
The exciting Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup continues, and the semi-finals and finals hang in the balance of the results of these last two matches!
S15.E45 ∙ Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!
The Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup may be winding down, but new adventures are just beginning!
S15.E46 ∙ The Road to Humilau!
Our heroes' new friend Cameron needs to win his eighth Gym badge in order to enter the Unova League, and that sets the stage for an unforgettable adventure!
S15.E47 ∙ Unrest at the Nursery!
While Ash trains for entry into the Unova League, our heroes discover a Pokémon nursery that urgently needs their help!
S15.E48 ∙ Meloetta and the Undersea Temple!
A sinister plot to take over the Unova region is taking shape, and our heroes are caught in the middle of it!
S15.E49 ∙ Unova's Survival Crisis!
Team Rocket's "Operation Tempest" is under way with a fierce vengeance, and the fate of the Unova region hangs in the balance!
S16.E1 ∙ The Most Magnificent Pokémon in the World!? Chillaccino VS Tsutarja!
On their way to the site of the upcoming Unova League, our heroes take on an unexpectedly messy battle challenge!
S16.E2 ∙ The Tag Battle of the Sky and the Earth!
As our heroes continue their trek to Vertress City and the Unova League, they're challenged to a Tag Battle the likes of which they've never experienced!
S16.E3 ∙ Iris Returns to the Village of Dragons!
Iris returns to the dragon village, and reunites with friends and family.
S16.E4 ∙ Soryu Gym! Iris VS Shaga!!
As Iris takes on her battle challenge issued by the Opelucid City Gym Leader Drayden, little does she know what's truly in store!
S16.E5 ∙ Team Eievui Moves Out! Pokémon Rescue Team!!
Traveling to Vertress City and the Unova League, our heroes are introduced to a brave family on a mission of service!
S16.E6 ∙ The Isshu League Higaki Conference Gets Underway! Satoshi VS Shooty!!
The Unova League is off and running, old friends and rivals are reuniting, and the battle action is unrelenting!
S16.E7 ∙ Fierce Fighting! Win Out in the Rival Battle!!
As the battle excitement in Vertress City builds to a fever pitch, the Unova League pairs friends and rivals, old and new!
S16.E8 ∙ Kibago Gets Lost!
While the Unova League prepares to move to the third round, our heroes are faced with a case of lost and found!
S16.E9 ∙ Dageki Appears! Satoshi VS Kenyan!!
As the Unova League makes its way through the third round and barrels toward the quarterfinals, strategy and friendship lead the way!
S16.E10 ∙ Satoshi VS Kotetsu! Secret Weapon Sazandora!!
It's the fourth round of the Unova League, and Cameron's "secret weapon" turns out to be more than anyone thought, including Cameron!
S16.E11 ∙ Isshu League Conclusion! Pikachu VS Lucario!!
As the Unova League roars toward the final match, the competition becomes more fierce, and the strength and skill levels more amazing!
S16.E12 ∙ The Araragi Institute! A New Journey!!
Now that the Unova League is over, our heroes contemplate what the future holds, while a new friend helps them deal with a blast from the past!
S16.E13 ∙ A Friend... His Name Is N!
On a ship heading to meet Professor Cedric Juniper at the White Ruins, our heroes are introduced to a young man with an unusual gift and an equally unusual point of view!
S16.E14 ∙ The New Gym Leader - Cheren!
After arriving in Aspertia City at the request of Professor Juniper, our heroes pay a visit to one of the most unusual Gyms they've ever seen!
S16.E15 ∙ Achroma VS Handsome! Plasma-dan's Conspiracy!!
Continuing their journey to the White Ruins, our heroes encounter a mysterious organization with a sinister plot!
S16.E16 ∙ The Foggy Sangi Ranch! Denryu's Light!!
As our heroes continue their journey to the White Ruins, they come across a Mareep ranch with some fog and leadership issues!
S16.E17 ∙ N, Again! Operation Rescue Warrgle!!
Team Plasma is on the move, and so is N!
S16.E18 ∙ The Pokémon Harbor Patrol!
Arriving in Virbank City, our heroes and N encounter another group of heroes with some surprising results!
S16.E19 ∙ Burn, Lizardon! VS Kairyu!
After discovering a festival celebrating the sights and sounds of the Kanto region, Ash reunites with an old friend, who shows what real staying power is all about.
S16.E20 ∙ Plasma-dan's Ambition! The Controlled Pokémon!!
Team Plasma is determined to execute its evil plans, but our heroes and N have other ideas!
S16.E21 ∙ N's Secret... To the Other Side of the Mist!
As our heroes continue their journey to the White Ruins, they learn startling secrets about N and Team Plasma!
S16.E22 ∙ Rocket-dan VS Plasma-dan! Nyarth and Achroma!!
As Team Plasma's mission to control Pokémon continues, Team Rocket's mission takes aim at Team Plasma!
S16.E23 ∙ The White Ruins! Satoshi VS N!!
As our heroes unite with Professor Cedric Juniper at the White Ruins, it soon becomes obvious that they're not the only ones on a quest for information about Reshiram!
S16.E24 ∙ Plasma-dan Attacks! Ceremony of Revival!!
As Team Plasma's plan to steal the Light Stone unfolds, our heroes and their friends are doing everything they can to stop it!
S16.E25 ∙ Reshiram VS N! Beyond Truth and Ideals!!
As the evil plan to control Reshiram continues to unfold, the survival of the world lies in Team Plasma's defeat. But can they be defeated?!
S16.E26 ∙ Farewell, Isshu! Setting Sail Once Again!!
As our heroes prepare to enjoy the next chapter of their exciting adventures, others have different plans!
S16.E27 ∙ The Dangerously Sweet Honey!
As our heroes begin exploring the Decolore Islands, their first stop starts off as a not-so-sweet experience!
S16.E28 ∙ Sommelier Detective Dent! The Locked Room of the Ocean!!
As our heroes continue their Decolore Island-hopping cruise, a shipboard theft calls for some super-Connoisseur sleuthing!
S16.E29 ∙ Goodbye Mijumaru!? The Path to Being Hotachi King!
Arriving on Scalchop Island, our heroes decide to participate in an unusual competition!
S16.E30 ∙ Phantom Island! The Zoroark in the Fog!!
A deserted island gives our heroes the opportunity to witness what enduring friendship is all about!
S16.E31 ∙ Rotom VS Dr. Okido!
Arriving on Torom Island, our heroes meet up with an old friend on an important research mission!
S16.E32 ∙ The Pirate Kings of the Decolora Archipelago!
As our heroes continue their cruise through the Decolore Islands, a surprise visit by a quartet of unusual pirates changes everyone's course!
S16.E33 ∙ Satoshi and Butterfree! Until the Day We Meet Again!!
Ash and the gang try to help a wild Caterpie evolve into a Butterfree so that it can migrate with the others.
S16.E34 ∙ Satoshi and Iris's Severed Relationship!? The Path of Separation!!
Exploring Capacia Island on their way to the Kanto region, little do our heroes know that the path they're on leads to a place they never imagined!
S16.E35 ∙ Wish on Jirachi! The Seven-Day Miracle!!
Visiting a seemingly lifeless part of Capacia Island, our heroes come upon a life-giving solution to its dilemma!
S16.E36 ∙ Shining Flying Saucer! Ohbem's Town!!
A bright light in the night sky gives our heroes a strange change of pace...and face!
S16.E37 ∙ Pansy Appears! Erikiteru and Gogoat!!
As our heroes continue their tour of the Decolore Islands, they encounter a windfall of delicious berries and unexpected new friends!
S16.E38 ∙ Mystery of the Treasure! Deserted Island Adventure!!
Arriving on a deserted island on a quest for treasure, our heroes find something much more precious than they anticipated!
S16.E39 ∙ Ibuki and Iris! The Different Colored Crimgan!!
When Ash runs into an old friend en route to the Kanto region, Iris discovers a true kindred spirit!
S16.E40 ∙ Onvern Appears! Legend of the Comet and the Hero!!
As our heroes continue their tour of the Decolore Islands, an upcoming celestial event sets the stage for celestial intrigue and delight!
S16.E41 ∙ Go, Go Gogoat!
Visiting a Pokémon Center while touring the Decolore Islands, a surprise detour challenges our heroes to help some new friends in need!
S16.E42 ∙ Emonga Joins Rocket-dan!
A playful island moment turns into a big misunderstanding, and our heroes are about to face a major challenge!
S16.E43 ∙ Dent VS the Ice Challenger! The Crisis of Sanyou Gym!!
Cilan's brothers arrive for a surprise visit, bringing with them the challenge of a lifetime!
S16.E44 ∙ Best Wishes! Until the Day We Meet Again!!
As our heroes near Vermilion City and the end of their shipboard adventures, one familiar challenge forces them to spring into action!
S16.E45 ∙ My Dream, Pokémon Master!!
A visit to Pallet Town to see family and friends shows just how enduring Ash's dreams really are!
S16.E46 ∙ Dent and Takeshi! Gyarados's Imperial Rage!!
Cilan visits Johto on a fishing trip and finds a Gyarados who is behaving oddly. He relays the information to the local Pokémon Center, where Brock is working, and an investigation commences.
S17.E1 ∙ We've Arrived in the Kalos Region! Dreams and Adventures Begin!!
Ash and Pikachu finally make it to the Kalos Region where they meet Clemont and his little sister Bonnie.
S17.E2 ∙ Mega Evolution and the Prism Tower!
Team Rocket's new device causes a Garchomp to go on a wild rampage around the city.
S17.E3 ∙ Keromatsu VS Yayakoma! Aerial Battle Maneuvers!!
Ash registers for the Kalos League with Froakie. While Ash looks for new Pokémon, a battle ensues when a wild Fletching steals food from a Dedenne.
S17.E4 ∙ Pikachu and Dedenne! Cheek Rub!!
At Dr. Platane's research lab, Serena has to choose between Harimaron, Fokko, and Keromatsu for her first Pokémon. After learning about the three with her new Pokédex, she tells the professor she made her choice even before she got there. It's Fokko. Meanwhile, our heroes are on their way to Hakudan City for Satoshi's first Gym battle, and Eureka is demonstrating just how much she loves to take care of Pokémon. She gives Pikachu a bath, then helps Yayakoma clean its wings. The two Pokémon are happily settling in for some snacks when the Dedenne our heroes encountered earlier leaps out of a nearby bush and nabs the food. Eureka wants Citron to catch this adorable Pokémon for her, but it goes running off, and everyone follows - Pikachu follows Dedenne into its burrow, but they end up at the base of a tall cliff, unable to get back to the rest of the gang. To make matters worse, the Rocket-Dan has been observing the two Pokémon, and now their plan to catch Pikachu includes catching Dedenne, too. Our heroes catch up, a fierce battle ensues, and the Rocket-Dan is left empty-handed--but Dedenne has been hurt. To restore it, Citron produces another one of his inventions. This electric generator quickly gets Dedenne recharged, but then Citron can't turn the machine off, and it explodes. Dedenne is OK, though, and with Citron's gift of healing electricity, it's decided it wants to join the group. Meanwhile, as she travels through an ominous forest, Serena realizes it'll be getting dark soon and wants to find a Pokémon Center where she and Fokko can stay for the night. She sees someone behind a tree and asks for directions--but what looked like a woman in a striped dress turns out to be a wild Beequen. When it attacks, Fokko leaps to Serena's rescue and scares it off. Then, Nurse Joi and Pukurin show up to investigate the sounds of battle--and point the way to the nearby Pokémon Center. Relieved and happy, Serena races Fokko all the way there.
S17.E5 ∙ The Hakudan Gym Battle! The Magnificent Viviyon's Dance Battle!!
Our heroes have finally arrived in Santalune City, and Ash can't wait to get on with his first Kalos region Gym battle! Clemont and Bonnie aren't sure of the Gym's location, but a photographer offers them directions. Thanks to her, they quickly find the Santalune Gym, where they run into Alexa and Helioptile! Alexa figured they would be there to challenge her Gym Leader sister soon, so she waited for them. The Gym Leader herself arrives: it's Viola, the photographer they met earlier! After a tour of the Gym, which contains a gallery of some of Viola's excellent photographs, it's time for Ash's challenge. Ash starts out with Pikachu, while Viola uses Surskit. And soon after the battle begins, someone else arrives to join Alexa, Clemont, and Bonnie on the sidelines...Serena! Viola uses Surskit's Ice Beam to convert the Gym into a frozen battlefield. Pikachu has trouble moving on the slippery surface, and Surskit (who can skate nimbly across the ice) quickly gains the upper hand, leaving Ash with one Pokémon left: Fletchling. As a Flying-type, Fletchling not only has a type advantage over Surskit, but can also avoid the icy battlefield completely. Fletchling defeats Surskit, and Viola brings out Vivillon. Fletchling can't get away, and Vivillon quickly ends the challenge. Ash and the others rush off to the Pokémon Center to get help for Pikachu and Fletchling, but Serena notices that Ash has forgotten his backpack and follows after them. Alexa offers to help Ash train for his rematch. After several failed attempts, Pikachu, Fletching, and Ash are all exhausted and frustrated. Serena offers Ash her support...and a question: does he remember her?
S17.E6 ∙ Decisive Battle on the Ice! Pikachu VS Viviyon!!
After his defeat at the Hakudan City Gym, Satoshi is having doubts that he can defeat Gym Leader Viola in a rematch. But Serena reminds him that he's always been determined not to give up until it's over. This snaps Satoshi out of his self-doubt and inspires him to do some serious training with Pikachu and Yayakoma against Pansy's Onvern. Standing up to Onvern's Gust is hard work, but soon Satoshi feels like they're ready. He also has an idea about how to deal with the ice battlefield if Viola uses that trick again, but he's not telling. Since they also had trouble with Ametama's Sticky Web, Citron shows off one of his inventions: a machine that reproduces Sticky Web exactly. The machine shoots a couple of webs so Pikachu and Yayakoma can practice dodging, but when Citron tries to turn up the intensity, it blows up. Undeterred, Satoshi asks Keromatsu to throw its Frubbles to simulate Sticky Web attacks, and the team seems to be as ready for a rematch as they can be - The next day, it's obvious from the start that their intense training is paying off. Pikachu digs in with its tail to stay upright on the icy battlefield and defeats Ametama. Satoshi then sends Yayakoma out for a rematch against Viviyon, but Viola's Pokémon has another move they didn't know about: Sleep Powder. The snoozing Yayakoma can't avoid Viviyon's powerful Solar Beam, and Viola evens the score at one Pokémon each. Satoshi has to call Pikachu back in, even though it's worn out from beating Ametama. Viviyon uses Sleep Powder again--but Satoshi's voice cuts through Pikachu's sleepiness, telling it to use Electro Ball on itself. This shocking strategy wakes Pikachu up so it can defeat Viviyon with a final Thunderbolt, and Satoshi wins the match and the Bug Badge. Pansy suggests the Shoyo City Gym for their next destination, and after a few farewells, Satoshi, Citron, and Eureka head off--along with Serena, who isn't yet sure where she's going.
S17.E7 ∙ Leave It to Serena!? The Exciting Sihorn Race!
There's an opportunity to be part of an exciting Rhyhorn race, and Ash can't wait to give it a try.
S17.E8 ∙ Pokémon Trimmer and Trimmien!
Our heroes arrive in a town where they spot a beautifully styled Pokémon called a Trimmien. Suddenly, another Trimmien comes bounding out from a bush and knocks Eureka down, but this Trimmien is very unstylish. We then meet its Trainer--a young girl named , who informs them that her Trimmien won't let her style it or even brush it, because it hasn't yet recognized Jessica as its partner. Wanting to make up for accidently knocking Eureka down, Jessica invites our heroes to the shop of celebrated Pokémon groomer Barry, where she works. Everyone is amazed at the shop and its intricate goings on. On her lunch break, Jessica gives our heroes a tour of the town, where they run into a supposedly famous hair stylist-turned- Pokémon groomer - who is actually Musashi from the Rocket-Dan in disguise, along with her "assistants" - a disguised Kojiro and Nyarth. They present a fashion show of their own and offer to "style" Pikachu. Satoshi declines, at which point Serena offers to have Fokko styled. Musashi agrees, but Kojiro informs our heroes they must leave Fokko there alone, and to return in an hour. They reluctantly agree...only to run into Officer Junsar, who's searching for a group of Pokémon groomer imposters-- the Rocket-Dan. Back at the phony salon, the Rocket-Dan and Fokko are long gone - but Jessica's Trimmien picks up their scent. A fierce battle ensues, and Satoshi and Pikachu amaze everyone with their awesome teamwork. It is a difficult battle indeed, but good wins out, and the Rocket-Dan is sent blasting off again. Eureka notices that Trimmien has begun to pay attention to Jessica, which leads our heroes to suspect Trimmien finally recognizes her as its partner. And when Jessica asks if she can finally groom Trimmien, Trimmien agrees. Back they go the salon, where Jessica styles Trimmien into a beautiful example of Pokémon grooming. And so, our heroes bid them a fond farewell, as they resume their journey to Miare City.
S17.E9 ∙ Subdue Miare Gym! Citron's Secret!!
As our heroes arrive in Miare City, Satoshi and Serena look around in awe, while Citron and Eureka seem a little nervous. The impressive Prism Tower catches Serena's eye, and Satoshi tells her about his attempt to challenge the Miare Gym inside it--an attempt that was shut down by a robot who threw him out because he didn't have four Kalos Gym badges. Citron and Eureka try to get them moving when someone pulls up beside them--it's Limone, Citron and Eureka's father. Limone reveals that Citron is the Miare City Gym Leader. Citron explains that the Gym was taking up too much of his time, so he built a robot named Citroid to take over some of his duties. But a glitch in the programming means Citroid sticks to the "rules" no matter what--and since Citron doesn't have four Gym badges either, Citroid won't let him inside his own Gym. Along with Satoshi, Citroid sneaks into the Gym so he can repair the malfunctioning robot. They find Citroid on the battlefield, where it accepts Citron's override code--and his battle challenge. Citron sends out Horubee against his own Elezard, one of the Pokémon he left at the Gym to fight at Citroid's side. With some strategy, Citron manages to defeat his own creation. The robot finally recognizes its inventor, and Citron starts a full reprogramming. This time, he remembers to install a few important qualities he initially left out: compassion, kindness, and flexibility. Then, along with Satoshi and Serena, Citron and Eureka visit their dad to explain the situation at the Gym--and to tell him they want to leave the new, improved Citroid in charge so they can keep traveling with their new friends. Limone happily declares his support for their journey. That night, Citron asks Satoshi if he's sorry he couldn't have a Miare Gym battle. Satoshi says he plans to return when he's a bit further along in his Kalos journey...on one condition. When he does come back to challenge the Miare Gym, he wants to battle Citron, not Citroid.
S17.E10 ∙ Harimaron VS Mega-Mega Nyarth!!
As long as our heroes are in Miare City, Serena suggests they visit Dr. Platane before they continue their journey--and she's made a batch of delicious macarons for the occasion. At the doctor's lab, they settle in with a nice cup of tea, only to discover the macarons are missing. They find the basket of treats in a corner, guarded by a very hungry Harimaron who isn't interested in sharing. Meanwhile, the Rocket-Dan has been researching Dr. Platane's studies on Mega Evolution, and the villains decide stealing his data would be a big boost to their schemes. They break into the lab grounds, grab the professor, and throw him in the back of their truck, but Eureka and Serena manage to sneak aboard before they drive away. The girls get locked inside by accident, but Serena manages to leave a trail of broken macarons--which Harimaron quickly sniffs out, leading Citron and Satoshi to the villains' hideout. In the meantime, Kojiro has plugged Dr Platane's data into a mechanical Mega-Mega Nyarth, which attacks our heroes. Harimaron lets Citron know it wants to battle, but neither Harimaron nor Pikachu can make a dent in the mighty machine. But then, the Mega Bursyamo that rescued Satoshi when he fell from Prism Tower reappears, along with its Trainer, a mysterious man in a Bursyamo mask. Mega Bursyamo's incredibly powerful Flamethrower leaves Mega-Mega Nyarth charbroiled, along with the actual Nyarth who's been controlling it, and the Rocket-Dan is sent blasting off again. As our heroes head back to the lab with the doctor, Mega Bursyamo's Trainer is watching over them--now without his mask. It's Limone, Citron and Eureka's dad. At the lab, Satoshi, Serena, Citron, and Eureka are saying their farewells. Citron thanks Harimaron for its help against the Rocket-Dan and says they'll meet again soon, but it seems clear that Harimaron wants to come along. And so, with Citron's friend Harimaron now part of the group, the journey to Shoyo City continues.
S17.E11 ∙ Pursuit in the Bamboo Forest! Yancham and Goronda!!
During a lunch break on their way to Shoyo City, our heroes are being spied on. Yes, the Rocket-Dan is lurking, but so are two adorable Yancham. Serena offers them some Pokémon food, but they're not satisfied until they gobble up all of it--and our heroes' lunch, as well. There's no time to react, because the Rocket-Dan takes advantage of the confusion to net Pikachu, Harimaron, Fokko, and Keromatsu and speed away. Musashi, Kojiro, and Nyarth have grand visions of how the Boss will reward them for this impressive haul, but they quickly get into a fight about who should get the credit for the catch. It turns into a real fight, between Kojiro's Maaiika and Jessie's Sonans, which causes an explosion that frees our heroes' captured Pokémon. Nyarth is sent flying off alone and ends up hanging from a tree, where he spots the other Pokémon and convinces them to cut him down. Pikachu is reluctant, and Keromatsu is suspicious, but Harimaron and Fokko welcome him with open paws. Musashi and Kojiro looking for their partner in crime and run into the two Yancham from earlier--and an angry Goronda protecting them. After it runs the villains off, Musashi trips over a Bakeccha sleeping in the ground--and promptly catches it, much to Kojiro's surprise. Meanwhile, Goronda and Yancham have run into our heroes' Pokémon, and a frightened Harimaron unleashes a Pin Missile that accidentally destroys the bamboo sprig Goronda carries in its mouth. Without its beloved bamboo, the Pokémon is left weak. Satoshi, Serena, Citron, and Eureka finally find the Pokémon and immediately set out to find a new bamboo sprig so Goronda can get its strength back. They're successful, but when they get back, Nyarth has shown his true colors, and the Rocket-Dan has Goronda and Yancham all tied up. But as they try to drive our heroes off, Satoshi makes a risky dash for Goronda and manages to get the bamboo sprig into its mouth. Fully restored, Goronda bursts out of its bindings and sends the villains blasting off again.
S17.E12 ∙ Capture the Pokémon Buyer! The Kofuurai Impersonation Plan!!
On the road to Shoyo City, our heroes are forced to leap out of the way when a truck barrels down on them, with Officer Junsa in close pursuit. When the dust clears, Satoshi and friends spot a cage that fell off the truck, and a weary Kofukimushi that crawls out and collapses. They scoop it up and take it to the nearest Pokémon Center, where Officer Junsa finds them--and tries to arrest Satoshi for being an accomplice in stealing the Kofukimushi. The misunderstanding is quickly sorted out. Officer Junsa explains that she's on the trail of Daz, a Pokémon smuggler who specializes in Kofukimushi, Kofuurai, and Viviyon. Because Viviyon can have wings of many different colors and patterns based on their native habitat, they're highly prized by collectors. When the Kofukimushi they rescued evolves into Kofuurai, Citron notices something in its fur--a transmitter, attached by the smuggler so he can keep track of his "merchandise." They develop a plan: one of them will wear the transmitter, plus a Kofuurai disguise (provided by costume designer Serena) and act as bait, then Citron will use one of his inventions to track the transmitter to Daz's secret hideout. Citron's Harimaron is the closest to Kofuurai's size, so it gets the job. Satoshi, Serena, Citron, and Eureka put the disguised Harimaron in the cage and leave it for Daz to find, while they and Officer Junsa hide nearby. Daz arrives to claim his lost treasure, and unwittingly leads our heroes to the cave where he's keeping all the Pokémon he's nabbed. He catches our heroes poking around and attacks with his Horudo. Satoshi's Keromatsu battles back--and then Kofuurai leaps into the fray, evolves into a beautiful purple Viviyon, and uses its calming powers to take the fight right out of Daz. Officer Junsa arrests him, and our heroes free all the captured Kofuurai...who evolve all at once, into Viviyon of many different patterns. They take to the sky in an amazing rainbow of colors, and our heroes' journey continues.
S17.E13 ∙ Nymphia VS Keromatsu! Big Commotion in the Kindergarten!!
As Satoshi, Serena, Citron, and Eureka continue their journey, they meet a young woman named Premier who challenges Satoshi to a battle right there in the forest. Premier wants Satoshi to come with her if she beats him, which makes Serena a little nervous...and her partner for the battle is Nymphia, a Pokémon Satoshi hasn't seen before. Satosih is extra excited when Citron tells him Nymphia is a Fairy-type Pokémon. Keromatsu does its best, but Nymphia easily defeats it with a devastating combo of Attract and Draining Kiss, leaving Keromatsu embarrassed and sulky. Satoshi keeps his word, and all our heroes come along as Premier leads them away...to her kindergarten class. Prenuer explains that she and Nymphia explore the forest every day, looking for wild Pokémon to befriend so the children can meet them. This time, she's brought our heroes and all their Pokémon instead. The kids are delighted, except for one boy named Randy, who's afraid of Pokémon and determined to keep his distance. The Rocket-Dan is lurking nearby, making plans to steal Pikachu--and Premier's Nymphia, too. They show up disguised as a traveling entertainment troupe and invite all the kids up on stage to play, then set off a series of smoke bombs. In the chaos, they swipe Pikachu and Nymphia and take off in their truck...but Randy and Keromatus are trapped there as well. Satosih manages to hop onto the back of the truck as it drives away, and eventually gets inside. At first, he and Keromatsu work to break the cages holding Nymphia and Pikachu, but they're too tough. When Randy sees how sad Nymphia is, he finally agrees to help, and with all three of them working together, the Pokémon are freed. After they send the villains blasting off again, Satoshi and Randy return to the class, and Randy excitedly tells his classmates and teacher about his part in the rescue. The others are happy to see he's gotten over his fear of Pokémon, and he even announces his plans to become a Pokémon Trainer when he gets older.
S17.E14 ∙ The Mysterious Rain Shelter! Nyasper Is Watching!!
Our heroes and the Rocket-Dan all seek shelter from a downpour in an old, abandoned mansion. When lights come on and doors close behind them, they're convinced the mansion is haunted. Our heroes encounter a mysterious being with glowing eyes, and Satoshi, Serena, and Citron are terrified--but Eureka runs after it and ends up making a new friend: a Psychic-type Pokémon named Nyasper. Nyasper has been responsible for all the strange happenings in the house, and it's keeping them from leaving for some reason. Nyasper shows her the pendant it's wearing, and points out the same pendant in a portrait of an older woman, but Eureka can't figure out what it wants. Satoshi, Serena, and Citron search for Eureka and run into the Rocket-Dan instead. They accuse each other of being responsible for the "haunting," but when they meet up with Eureka and Nyasper, they figure out what's going on, and Nyarth offers to translate for Nyasper. It seems the woman in the painting used to take care of the wild Nyasper, feeding and playing with it when it came to her mansion. She even let it wear the pendant, a gift from her husband. But when it came back to return the pendant, the woman was gone and the house was empty. It's been waiting in the house ever since, hoping its friend will come back for her pendant--and it wants our heroes to help find her. Musashi, Kojiro, and Nyarth have another idea: they want to catch Nyasper instead. They attack, but it sends the villains blasting off again. Satoshi and Citron promise Nyasper that they'll help find the woman, but then the new owner of the house arrives. Her name is Ellie, and the woman who took care of Nyasper was her grandmother, Lisa. She tells Nyasper that Grandma Lisa passed away, and offers to take it to the cemetery so it can say goodbye. Ellie also plans to renovate the old house and move in herself, and says Nyasper is welcome to come and play any time. Our heroes say their farewells and continue their journey to Shoyo City.
S17.E15 ∙ Harimaron VS Mafoxy! A Diet Battle!?
On their way to Shoyo City, our heroes camp out for the night. Citron makes dinner, and for dessert, Serena brings out a basket full of her homemade macarons. But the basket is empty, and Citron discovers that his Harimaron has eaten them all...again. Citron tries to get Harimaron to battle Satoshi's Keromatsu for some exercise. But Harimaron is completely stuffed and moving slowly, and Keromatsu beats it easily. Eureka challenges them next, and Dedenne wins in a flash. Citron is determined to get his Pokémon ready for battle again. The next morning, Harimaron wakes to discover the source of the delicious smell: oven fresh macarons. Granny, the old woman who lives in the house is delighted to have such an enthusiastic audience, and gives Harimaron all the macarons it can eat. When her husband Grampa returns home, Granny asks Harimaron to take her side in a battle against him and his Mafoxy. Going up against a powerful Fire type scares Harimaron, especially since its full belly is still making it hard to battle. Sure enough, Mafoxy's first attack is a direct hit, and it sends up a cloud of smoke our heroes see from a distance. Citron realizes Harimaron is in trouble and runs to the house, throwing himself into the line of fire. Grampa quickly calls off the battle, but Harimaron wants to keep going, so Citron asks if he can step in. Citron figures out that since Harimaron is rounder than usual right now, it's particularly good at rolling. He tells Harimaron to keep rolling and dodging Mafoxy's attacks. Grampa is about to unleash a powerful move--but in the midst of giving this order, he hurts his back. It's a draw. The couple explains that the battle was to settle an argument they had the day before. But Grampa already bought Granny a cake to apologize, and they share it with our heroes as thanks for their help.
S17.E16 ∙ Dedenne Is Pichu, Pichu Is Dedenne...!?
As our heroes continue their journey to the Shoyo City Gym, they stop at a Pokémon Center, where Nurse Joi declares all their Pokémon are in perfect health. A Trainer named Rena and her young sister Rimu are there as well. When our heroes prepare to leave, Eureka accidentally grabs the wrong bag, but doesn't realize it until later, when she looks inside. Dedenne is gone, and in its place? A Pichu. Realizing Eureka grabbed the wrong bag, our heroes go back to the Pokémon Center and Nurse Joi recalls the "little girl with the red ribbon in her hair", so off they go in search of Eureka's bag. Meanwhile, Rima and Rena are having a good time exploring the town, and it is obvious Rimu has a great love of Pokémon. But when she looks in her bag, out pops Dedenne. Our heroes are frantically looking for the girl with the red ribbon in her hair, asking everyone they meet if they've seen her--until someone remembers the little girl in the park. At the park, our heroes discover Rimu is not there, and Eureka is worried they won't ever find Dedenne. Not about to give up, our heroes continue their search. Citron's new invention, his "Electric Wavelength Amplifier", sends out a blast of Pikachu's electrical energy through the air, which Dedenne senses immediately. It takes off at full speed, followed by a perplexed Rimu. Our heroes meet Rena, but she is unsure of Rimu and Dedenne's whereabouts. But Dedenne is following the Electric Wavelength Amplifier's signal, and Rimu is doing all she can do to keep up. When they enter the forest, a Spear threatens Rimu and Dedenne, but Dedenne powerfully battles back. Suddenly, when a swarm of Spear approach, an unexpected Thunderbolt from Pikachu stops them cold. Our heroes have finally found the frightened Rimu and Dedenne. After Dedenne and Pichu are reunited with Eureka and Rimu it becomes obvious that both little girls have been feeding their Pokémon an abundance of snacks, as Pichu and Dedenne are much too full to eat lunch.
S17.E17 ∙ Keromatsu VS Gekogashira! Ninja Battle!!
During our heroes' journey to Shoyo City, Satoshi and Keromatsu meet a young ninja named Sanpei and his Gekogashira. Satoshi challenges them to a battle, and Gekogashira defeats Keromatsu with an impressive Quick Attack. Sanpei is about to take his leave when Satoshi asks him for some special training--he's never seen anything like Gekogashira's Quick Attack, and wants Sanpei to teach Keromatsu how it's done. Sanpei agrees, and Keromatsu enters ninja training--and thanks to Serena's costume skills, Eureka, Dedenne, and Pikachu get to play ninja too. After Sanpei takes Keromatsu through a series of exercises designed to increase its speed--chasing Gekogashira as it jumps swiftly from rock to rock, leaping through the trees at an incredible pace, even moving its feet fast enough to run on water--Keromatsu is finally ready to try its own Quick Attack. Just then, their training is interrupted by Musashi, Kojiro, and Nyarth, who have grand plans to nab Keromatsu and Gekogashira and form their own ninja Pokémon squad for the Rocket-Dan. They manage to net Gekogashira and Pikachu, but Keromatsu is just too quick for them--so quick, in fact, that it starts to create an illusion of being in many places at once. This unexpected Double Team attack overwhelms the villains and sends them blasting off again. With all the Pokémon safely returned, Sanpei thanks our heroes for saving Gekogashira, and Satoshi reminds him that without his generous training regimen, Keromatsu wouldn't have acquired the skills that allowed it to rescue Gekogashira. And so, saying their goodbyes, our heroes once again hit the road for Shoyo City, site of Satoshi's next Gym battle.
S17.E18 ∙ Wake Up Kabigon! Battle in Parfum Palace!
On their way to Shoyo City, our heroes make a stop in Koboku Town, where they encounter a Kabigon sleeping in the middle of town, snoring so loudly that the noise is unbearable. Every year at the end of the harvest, Kabigon comes to clear out the roots from the town's crops. Kabigon gets to eat its fill of tasty roots, and the townspeople get their fields plowed in the process. Afterward, they throw a Harvest Festival, and the Lord of Shobonne Castle plays the Pokémon Flute--the only thing that can wake Kabigon up after a big meal. But this year he's refusing to attend. Satoshi and friends ask for Lord Shabboneau's help, and he admits that Princess Allie of the nearby Parfum Palace took his Pokémon Flute. Our heroes try to retrieve it, but the princess refuses - until she notices Pikachu. She challenges Satoshi to a battle. If she loses, she'll give up the Pokémon Flute--but if she wins, she gets to keep Pikachu. A Thunderbolt from Pikachu messes up Trimmien's fur and Allie immediately calls a halt to send Trimmien to the groomer. Satoshi is the winner, but Allie still refuses to give them the flute. Citron delivers an angry speech telling the princess exactly what he thinks of her...which backfires, because Allie decides she'd rather keep him. Satoshi, Serena, and Eureka assure Citron they'll come back, and head back to Koboku Town with the flute. Lord Shabboneau is about to start his performance when the flute is suddenly snatched from his hands by the Rocket-Dan. They think they can use the flute to control Kabigon--but when Musashi tries to play it, Kabigon wakes up in a bad mood and sends the Rocket-Dan blasting off again. The Pokémon Flute lands in Lord Shabboneau's hands, and his masterful playing quickly calms Kabigon. The Harvest Festival is a success, and our heroes say their goodbyes...when they suddenly realize they've forgotten about Citron. But thanks to science, Citron has made his own escape from the princess's grasp.
S17.E19 ∙ Madame X's Plot! The Scary Calamanero!!
As the Rocket-Dan is plotting yet again to steal Pikachu, they are interrupted by two mysterious figures: a hooded woman known only as Madame X, and Calamanero, a Pokémon with incredible hypnotic powers. Musashi and Kojiro fall under its spell, but Nyarth manages to escape--and runs right into our heroes. Satoshi, Serena, Citron, and Eureka help get the injured Nyarth back on his feet, and he warns them that Madame X and Calamanero are coming for Pikachu. And that's just what happens, as the two show up along with the mind-controlled Musashi and Kojiro, swoop Pikachu up with Calamanero's Psychic, and take off. Citron has a new invention, a Pikachu-shaped robot designed to track down Pikachu's energy signature, and they follow it to an observatory...where it gets stuck in the fence and explodes. Citron makes some quick repairs, and then Eureka spots Officer Junsa's motorcycle parked outside the building. When our heroes investigate, they find Madame X inside--along with Pikachu, who's fallen under Calamanero's spell. Calamanero puts Serena, Eureka, and Citron under hypnosis as well, but Nyarth attacks Satoshi to keep him focused. Pikachu initially obeys Madame X's order to stop Satoshi at all costs, but the bond between Satoshi and Pikachu is stronger than any hypnotic power, and Pikachu manages to shake off the trance. Then the Pikabot, which has resumed its tracking, bursts onto the scene. It slams into Calamanero, disrupting its powers, and everyone is returned to normal--including Madame X, who throws off her hood to reveal that she's really Officer Junsa. Calamanero does some gloating, and Nyarth translates. Apparently Calamanero had a master plan to use a mind-control device to take over the world. Controlling Officer Junsa to turn her into its accomplice was only the first step, but now that its plan has been discovered, it's decided to destroy the device. Everyone runs for it as the entire building explodes, but Calamanero escapes. What will become of its master plan?
S17.E20 ∙ Battle Chateau Challenge! Viola VS Zakuro!!
On their way to Shoyo City, our heroes meet Nikola and Tesla, two brothers who introduce them to the incredible Battle Chateau. Its owner, Lord Ikkon, explains that the Trainers who battle there are considered knights and expected to adhere to the knight's code of chivalry and honor. By defeating others at the Battle Chateau, a Trainer receives a title of nobility--from the lowly Baron to the acclaimed Grand Duke. Nikola has already earned his Baron title, and he wants to introduce Tesla to the Chateau. First, though, he's looking for a battle of his own--and when his Hinoyakoma defeats Baron Farrell and his Yonoir, Nikola earns the new title of Viscount. Next, Tesla and Satoshi face off in their debut battle. Tesla's Yayakoma makes a valiant effort, but Pikachu is triumphant, and Satoshi is now a Baron. Gym Leader (and Duchess) Viola also frequents the Battle Chateau, and after snapping a photo of Satoshi in his new Baron cape, she receives a challenge of her own. Duke Zakuro, with his powerful Iwark, and Duchess Viola, with her speedy Ametama, take the battlefield--but thanks to some impressive training, Iwark manages to keep up with Ametama, and Zakuro wins, earning the highest title of Grand Duke. Afterward, Satoshi is determined to advance through the Battle Chateau ranks so he can challenge Zakuro someday, but it seems that may not be necessary--because Zakuro is the Gym Leader of Shoyo City, our heroes' next stop.
S17.E21 ∙ A PokéVision of Things to Come!
After watching a popular celebrity making a "PokéVision" video with her Pokémon, Serena tries to make one with her Fennekin.
S17.E22 ∙ Fish Up the Golden Koiking!!
A visit by our heroes to an amazing aquarium turns out to reveal the stuff of legends.
S17.E23 ∙ The Bond of the Aurora! Amarus and Amaruruga!!
In Kojin Town, our heroes run into the journalist Pansy, who's working on an article about an amazing discovery at the Fossil Lab. She invites Satoshi, Serena, Citron, and Eureka to come with her, and they all check out the lab's collection of fossils from Pokémon that lived long ago and are now extinct. The fossils aren't the amazing discovery, though--the researchers take our heroes into a special frozen habitat inside the lab, where they meet a living Amarus and Amaruruga that were restored from fossils discovered in the ice. After they leave, the Rocket-Dan swoops in to steal Amarus for the Boss--which is a big problem, because Amarus grows weak if the temperature is too warm. But Amaruruga is able to track Amarus through its cries, which create an aurora in the sky, and it leads Satoshi and the others straight to Team Rocket. The villains are defeated, Amarus is rescued and brought back to the lab, and everyone celebrates the victory with a giant snowball fight.
S17.E24 ∙ An Undersea Place to Call Home!
Before Ash's Cyllage City Gym battle, a visit to the Muraille Coast set our heroes on an aquatic adventure filled with undersea Pokémon.
S17.E25 ∙ Shoyo Gym Battle! Pikachu VS Chigoras!!
Satoshi and friends have finally made it to Shoyo City, where they head straight for the Gym so Satoshi can challenge Zakuro for his second badge. But first, Zakuro has a challenge for Satoshi: scaling a tall rock wall to reach the battlefield at the top. Serena, Citron, and Eureka take the elevator up, but Satoshi decides to meet the challenge and make the climb. Impressed, Zakuro brings out his Iwark, and Satoshi counters with Keromatsu. It quickly becomes apparent that the special training has paid off, because Keromatsu manages to escape from Iwark's frightening Rock Tomb and knock out the huge Pokémon. Zakuro's next Pokémon is Chigoras, a Rock and Dragon type that defeats Keromatsu quickly. Satoshi sends out Yayakoma to gain an aerial advantage, but it turns out Chigoras can jump, and Yayakoma goes down. It's all up to Pikachu--and Pikachu pulls through, swatting a rock into Chigoras's impressive jaws so it can't bite and then finishing it off with a Thunderbolt. And with that, Satoshi wins the Wall Badge and makes plans to head to Shara City.
S17.E26 ∙ Peroppafu and Peroream!! The Sweet Battle isn't a Piece of Cake!?
Serena shows off her baking skills with a batch of Poké Puffs, sweet treats made especially for Pokémon! After a Slurpuff swipes them, she quickly develops a rivalry with its Trainer, Miette, who thinks her Poké Puffs are superior...and who seems to have a little thing for Ash. Serena and Miette enter a baking contest to settle the score, and they both make it into the final round--but when they go out in search of berries to use in their next batch, they find that the local shops and the surrounding forest have been picked clean! Our heroes quickly discover that Team Rocket is sabotaging the contest, and with the help of Miette, Slurpuff, and some wild Swirlix, they send the villains blasting off again. Serena and Miette find the berries they need, and after someone else wins the contest, they part with a friendly handshake and a promise of better baking next time...and a threat from Miette to reveal her crush on Ash if Serena doesn't speak up first!
S17.E27 ∙ Flabebe and the Fairy Flower!
When a tiny and sad-looking Pokémon lands in Eureka's hair, our heroes are determined to find out what's wrong. Its Trainer, Grey, explains that the little Flabébé has a special bond with his wife, Hannah. She recently became ill, and when Flabébé tried to visit her in the hospital, a passing car blew its flower away. Without its flower, Flabébé is growing weak, but it won't accept just any flower as a replacement--it needs a Fairy Flower, and those are hard to find. Our heroes set out in search of the flower, "assisted" by the Rocket-Dan in tour-guide disguises. Eureka spots a Fairy Flower growing high on a cliffside, and since Flabébé is too weak to fly, she climbs up after it as Satoshi, Serena, and Citron watch anxiously from below. While they're distracted, the Rocket-Dan nabs Pikachu. As a battle to reclaim it begins, Flabébé bonds with its new flower, and once its energy is restored, it floats over the villains and sprinkles them with its relaxing pollen. They happily release Pikachu and wander off in a joyful daze, and our heroes take Flabébé to meet Grey at the hospital. Hannah perks up immediately upon seeing her dear friend, and though Eureka has to say goodbye, her kindness and courage have saved the day.
S17.E28 ∙ Champion Carnet Appears! Mega Sirnight in the Mist!!
A chance encounter with the Champion gives our heroes a deeper look into the mysteries of Evolution.
S17.E29 ∙ Ta-da! Fake Satoshi Appears!!
Following yet another unsuccessful attempt to grab Pikachu, the Rocket-Dan comes up with a new plan: dress up like Satoshi, Serena, and Eureka, and run around town, wreaking havoc everywhere. When our heroes arrive in town, they learn of the strange goings-on and promise Officer Junsa they will stay out of trouble while she investigates. Meanwhile, Musashi and Kojiro, now disguised as scientists, have lured Citron away from the others and coaxed him into helping them with a couple of their robots. The next day, using the robots, they grab Pikachu and make their getaway--until Citron introduces a new invention. the Rocket-Dam is sent blasting off again, Pikachu is safely returned, and our heroes resume their journey to Shara City.
S17.E30 ∙ Corni and Lucario! The Secret of Mega Evolution!!
Continuing their journey to Shalour City, our heroes are approached by an energetic Trainer named Korrina. She challenges Ash to a battle, hoping to extend her winning streak to 99 in a row-and succeeds! Korrina introduces herself as the Shalour City Gym Leader and explains that she vowed to win 100 battles in a row before heading to Geosenge Town to find the Mega Stone that will allow her Lucario to Mega Evolve. The Team Rocket trio manage to get their hands on Lucario and Pikachu and make their escape. But thanks to the bond between Korrina and Lucario, she can track its presence. She and Ash team up in a Tag Battle against Jessie and James, and as they send Team Rocket blasting off again, Korrina claims her 100th victory! Our heroes really want to come along to see Lucario's Mega Evolution, and Korrina agrees-so they're all off to Geosenge Town!
S17.E31 ∙ Lucario VS Bursyamo! The Cave of Trials!!
Along with Shara Gym Leader Corni, our heroes have arrived in Sekitai Town to search for the Lucarionite, the Mega Stone needed for Lucario's Mega Evolution. A photographer points them to a cave deep within the mountains, but warns them it might be dangerous. Sure enough, when they get to the cave, the Rocket-Dan trio come flying out, propelled by some unseen force. But Corni is determined, and our heroes follow her into the cave. Inside, they do find the Lucarionite - and it's guarded by a powerful Bursyamo, which challenges Corni and Lucario to a battle. It's a bad matchup for Lucario, and Bursyamo's speed is intimidating--but Corni refuses to give up, and Lucario has almost won when someone calls the battle to a halt. It's her grandfather, the Mega Evolution guru known as Concombre. Now that Corni has proven herself worthy, Gurkinn invites her to claim the Mega Stone she's been looking for. Lucario's Mega Evolution is close at hand.
S17.E32 ∙ Mega Lucario VS Mega Lucario! The Wave-Guiding Storm!!
As our heroes watch in amazement, Corni's Lucario finally Mega Evolves. Satoshi challenges Mega Lucario to a battle on the spot, and Corni excitedly agrees. But something seems to be wrong with Lucario--it completely loses control of itself, ignoring its Trainer's commands and flying into a rage. It's about to unleash a savage attack on an exhausted Pikachu when Concombre sends out his own Lucario to stand in the way. At the Pokémon Center, Concombre expresses concern about Lucario's violent reaction to Mega Evolution, and challenges Corni to a battle against his own Mega Lucario. Corni is confident, but shortly into the battle, her Lucario starts to enter its battle rage again. Concombre quickly calls the battle to a halt and orders Corni and Lucario to seek out one of his former teachers on Must Mountain for special training. Our heroes decide to join her on this new journey.
S17.E33 ∙ Calling from Beyond the Aura!
On their way to Must Mountain for Corni's special training, our heroes enter a winding cave where they encounter a swarm of agitated Onbat--stirred up by the Rocket-Dan trio in one of their schemes. In the confusion, the friends get separated: Satoshi, Serena, Eureka, and Lucario end up at one entrance to the cave, while Citron, Corni, and Pikachu are at the other. The villains take advantage of the opportunity to strike against Citron's group, and thanks to the "Mecha Evolution" devices attached to the Rocket-Dan Pokémon, they quickly get the upper hand. Meanwhile, Lucario has sensed Corni's presence, and thanks to their bond and the scouting skills of Satoshi's Yayakoma, the two groups are reunited--but even Lucario can't overcome the Rocket-Dan's technology. As a last resort, it Mega Evolves again--and promptly loses control as the power of its aura drowns out Corni's voice. But Corni is persistent, and Mega Lucario comes to its senses just long enough to send the Rocket-Dan blasting off again before it collapses, exhausted. Their journey is just beginning.
S17.E34 ∙ Mega Lucario VS Mega Kucheat! The Bonds of Mega Evolution!!
Our heroes have arrived in Shara City, but the Gym is inside Master Tower, which sits on an island with no apparent way to get there. Corni comes to meet them and advises patience, which gives Satoshi some extra time to train. His Pokémon have really picked up on Tierno's rhythmic battle style, but it seems Satoshi doesn't quite have the dancing skills to pull it off. Low tide reveals the path to the island, and our heroes cross, eager for a Gym battle--but first, Concombre has a history lesson for them. He tells how one of his ancestors discovered Mega Evolution along with his partner, Lucario, and mentions the family's treasured Scroll of Secrets...which catches the Rocket-Dan's attention. The villains try to steal the scroll, but Corni and her Mega Lucario quickly send them blasting off again. As thanks, Concombre decides to let his granddaughter and our heroes see the Scroll of Secrets...and much to their dismay, the "secrets" turn out to be his own common-sense rules for life, rather than any new information about Mega Evolution. But there's no time for disappointment--it's time for Satoshi and Corni's Gym battle.
S17.E35 ∙ Champion of the Forest! Luchabull Appears!!
Traversing a forest on their way to Shara City, our heroes happily watch three forest Pokémon help each other gather berries. Suddenly, an angry Ringuma appears, grabbing their berries and scaring them out of their wits! Then, just as suddenly, a brave Luchabull appears and battles the Ringuma, giving the forest Pokémon time to retrieve their berries. But Luchabull strikes an artistic pose right before its last move, which allows Ringuma to escape. Speaking with a forest caretaker named Kanazawa, our heroes learn that Luchabull is the "Forest Champion", protecting weaker forest Pokémon from the more aggressive ones. Satoshi is quite taken with Luchabull , vowing to help it figure out how to retain its "battle artistry" while overcoming its final move pause. The original Forest Champion, a Kairiki, reappears, challenging Luchabull for the title. Kairiki wants a one-on-one battle, but its partners, Ringuma and Roubushin, have other ideas! But Ringuma and Roubushin are defeated and Kairiki leaves, vowing a future rematch. Satoshi offers to battle Luchabull with Keromatsu, showing Luchabull how it can keep its battle artistry without stopping for a final pose, and it works! Again expressing his admiration for Luchabull , Satoshi asks it to come along with him on his journey, and Luchabull agrees! So, it's off again to the Shara City Gym with a new Pokémon friend: Luchabull!
S17.E36 ∙ A Sky Battle!? Luchabull VS Fiarrow!!
Our heroes have arrived at the majestic Kalos Canyon, where they witness their first Sky Battle--a battle in midair between two flying Pokémon and their Trainers, who wear wing suits! After a quick lesson, Satoshi is ready to try it himself, and accepts a challenge from Nami and her Fiarrow. Satoshi's Yayakoma wants to battle, but Fiarrow wants a tougher opponent: Luchabull! So Yayakoma is forced to sit out--along with Eureka, who's told she's too small to participate. Luchabull is at a disadvantage, since it can glide but not truly fly. It puts up a good fight, but Fiarrow defeats it--and then finds itself trapped in a net attached to Team Rocket's balloon! But the villains didn't count on one thing: this time, the "Twerps" can fly! Yayakoma pitches in to send them blasting off again, and Fiarrow, impressed, agrees to battle the small Pokémon. With Bonnie cheering all the way, Yayakoma evolves into Hinoyakoma in the middle of battle, and Fiarrow is defeated!
S17.E37 ∙ Reflection Cave! Mirror World Satoshi and Satoshi!?
While our heroes are exploring Reflection Cave, named for its mirror-like surfaces, Satoshi's own reflection pulls Pikachu through one of the mirrors! Satoshi leaps after it and finds himself in another world, with a Citron, Eureka and Serena very different from the ones he knows. After our Satoshi helps reunite Mirror Satoshi with his own Pikachu, he has to get out of the mirror world right away or risk being stuck there forever! His friends are waiting beside the mirror he first stepped through, and all of them focus on reuniting with each other. Thanks to the strong bonds of friendship, Satoshi and Pikachu are pulled back to their own world just in time!
S17.E38 ∙ Forging Forest Friendships!
On the way to Shara City, Citron suggests a Double Battle to help Satoshi train for his upcoming Gym challenge. Satoshi's Keromatsu and Luchabull team up against Citron's Pokémon, but their battling styles are so different that they just aren't getting along. Satoshi is trying to teach them how to combine their attacks into a single move he calls Super Flying Cut when he's pulled into the woods by a ghostly forest Pokémon called Ohrot! Luchabill and Keromatsu work together to rescue Satoshi, and after Ohrot lets him go, he finds out why the Pokémon grabbed him in the first place. Team Rocket caught two of Ohrot's Pokémon friends in an electrified net, and it needs Satoshi's help to rescue them. Pikachu's Iron Tail quickly sets them free, and a perfect Super Flying Cut sends the villains blasting off again!
S17.E39 ∙ Pokémon Summer Camp! Enter the Rival Trio!!
It's day one of Professor Sycamore's Pokémon summer camp, and the excitement and adventures are just getting under way.
S17.E40 ∙ Serena VS Sana! Pokévision Showdown!!
It's day three of Professor Sycamore's Pokémon summer camp, and Pokévision is on everyone's minds.
S17.E41 ∙ PokéEnteering! The X in the Mist!
On day five of Professor Sycamore's Pokémon summer camp, Pokémon Orienteering leads our heroes to a mysterious discovery.
S17.E42 ∙ Battling Into the Hall of Fame!
It's the last day of summer camp, and the Rocket-Dan decides it's time to spring into action. The villains throw off their camp cook disguises and try to steal everyone's Pokémon, only to be sent blasting off again. Then, Team Keromatsu and Team Zenigame face off in the finals of the Team Battle competition, where the three members of each team have to work together and combine their Pokémon's moves. As before, Tierno's rhythmic battling style poses quite a challenge. Team Keromatsu manages to come out on top, but Satoshi is so impressed that he asks Tierno for some special training. The next morning, it's time for the friends to go their separate ways, but they make plans to meet up again soon. Now, our heroes are off once more to Shara City.
S17.E43 ∙ Master Tower! The History of Mega Evolution!!
Our heroes have arrived in Shalour City, but the Gym is inside the Tower of Mastery, which sits on an island with no apparent way to get there. Korrina comes to meet them and advises patience, which gives Ash some extra time to train.
S17.E44 ∙ Shara Gym Match! Pikachu VS Mega Lucario!!
Satoshi's Shara City Gym battle against Corni is under way. As his Luchabull faces off against her Kojofu, he tries to use the rhythmic battle style he learned from Tierno, but it's not going so well. Finally, he remembers Serena's observation that he has his own unique style, and decides to battle like himself instead. With this change of tactics, Luchabull wins, and then Satoshi sends in Hinoyakoma to take down Corni's Goriky. The Gym Leader has just one Pokémon left, and of course it's her partner Lucario, who Mega Evolves and knocks out Hinoyakoma and then Luchabull in short order. But our hero's unique battling style shines, and in the final matchup, Pikachu defeats Mega Lucario. Satoshi wins the Rumble Badge, and the gang is off to Hiyoku City for his next Gym battle.
S17.E45 ∙ Citron VS Eureka!? A Sibling Battle for Nyaonix!!
En route to Hiyoku City, our heroes meet a Trainer named Ryuji and his Nyaonix, a male with a beautiful blue coat. Among the trees, Harimaron spies a female Nyaonix and runs off in pursuit, followed by Eureka (who is upset at Citron for insisting that she eat her vegetables). When three Spear attack Eureka and Harimaron, Ryuji's older brother Hajime (the female Nyaonix's Trainer) rescues them, and everyone goes off to the brothers' sprawling mansion to get some first aid for Eureka. There, they meet the brothers' parents, and their father declares it's time for a test to decide which brother will inherit the mansion: a treasure hunt. Our heroes split up to help, but the treasure eludes everyone...until Ryuji and Hajime remember a tree with beautiful flowers that they discovered together when they were younger. Everyone runs to the spot, but they're attacked by an Bakuong. It turns out Bakuong is their father's Pokémon, and he sent it there to get the brothers to battle side by side, as they did when they were young. Ryuji and Hajime make amends, which inspires Citron and Eureka to do the same. After saying their goodbyes, our heroes are off once again to Hiyoku City.
S17.E46 ∙ The Clumsy Pukurin VS the Rampaging Bohmander!!
The Rocket-Dan stalks a Bohmander and attaches a device that's supposed to make it sleep, but something goes wrong and Bohmander runs wild. Meanwhile, our heroes have stopped at a Pokémon Center, where Nurse Joy is overwhelmed by the number of Pokémon arriving for treatment, injured by the very same Bohmander--and her assistant Pukurinn is new to the job and having some trouble. Jessie and James, disguised as ambulance drivers, arrive on the scene to catch Pikachu and Pukurinn. On their way out, they run straight into Bohmander. Nurse Joi steps in to protect her assistant, but Pukurinn overcomes its fears and walks right up to Bohmander, immune to the flurry of Dragon-type attacks. Pukurinn uses a powerful Heal Pulse, which calms the raging Pokémon and saves the day. The Rocket-Dan's device is removed, and a grateful Bohmander quickly sends the villains flying. Pukurinn's future at the Pokémon Center looks bright, as our heroes say their goodbyes and continue their journey.
S17.E47 ∙ Serena's First Capture!? Yancham VS Fokko!!
Our heroes meet up with Sana, their friend from summer camp, who takes them to see their first Pokémon Showcase. Elle, the Kalos Queen, starts things off with a fantastic exhibition performance with her Mahoxy--but just as the competition is getting under way, a wild Yancham runs onto the stage and cuts things short with its antics. Satoshi is disappointed, but Sana and Serena are delighted that they got to see Elle perform--and Sana is already making plans to enter the next Pokémon Showcase. Later, the same Yancham steals Satoshi's hat and Citron's glasses and runs away. Serena finds Yancham practicing near its cave, which is full of stolen items, and realizes it's using them as props because, like her, it loves to perform. When she tries to catch it, the Rocket-Dan interrupts the battle. Annoyed, Yancham demonstrates its strength by battling the villains, and then joins Serena on her journey to become a Pokémon performer.
S17.E48 ∙ Citron's Campus of Memories! An Electrifying Reunion!
Clemot reunites with his old Pokémon Luxio.
S17.E49 ∙ Bonnie for the Defense!
As our heroes continue toward the Coumarine City Gym, Bonnie makes some new friends--and they're a force to be reckoned with.
S18.E2 ∙ Dance, Yancham - Captivate, Fokko! The Dance for Tomorrow!!
After a squabble between friends, a chance meeting gives our heroes a chance for some unexpected teamwork.
S18.E4 ∙ When Light and Dark Collide!
When Satoshi and Pikachu attempt to rescue a Bull from a sinister Luchabull, they accidentally injure the Erureido who's swooping in to protect it--and then discover that they've interrupted a rehearsal of a Super Pokemon Battle show. The director, Carl, explains that the show combines a Pokemon battle with a scripted storyline--but since one of his stars is injured, he'll have to call off tomorrow's performance. Eureka has a better idea: she suggests that Satoshi's Hawlucha step in to fill the role of the shining hero. Luchabull has some trouble with the idea of a staged battle, but the show must go on. When the curtain goes up, the Rocket-Dan tries to steal the show, but when Luchabull and Dark Luchabull team up to blast them off, and then clash with each other in an intense battle over "Lady Bull," the Super Pokemon Battle show is a huge success.
S18.E5 ∙ Ninja Arts Showdown! Gekogashira VS Gamenodes!!
Ash and his friends meet with Sanpei again and his newly evolved Greninja. They decide to help him transport his scroll to his master located on top of a mountain, only for a mysterious ninja and his Barbaracle to be in their way.
S18.E6 ∙ Serena's Earnest! The Wild Meecle Race!!
A visit to a Skiddo ranch provides our heroes with some unexpected challenges.
S18.E7 ∙ Calamanero VS Maaiika! The Bonds that Would Save the World!!
Ash and friends battle the evil Malamar again.
S18.E8 ∙ The Weakest Dragon!? Numera Appears!
As our heroes make their way up a rocky hill, an unconscious Goomy falls out of the sky, right onto Ash's head! Clemont figures out that Goomy isn't feeling well because it's dehydrated, and Ash braves a steep climb to get it to the nearby river. But as soon as it's restored to health, Team Rocket swoops in to grab Pikachu, and Goomy ends up in their cage as well! While Jessie, James, and Meowth are celebrating their latest catch, the two Pokemon are working together, combining Pikachu's strength and Goomy's slime to escape the cage and flee. When they reunite with Ash and the others, Team Rocket is close behind! The villains seem to have the upper hand until Goomy steps in front of its new friends and uses Bide, absorbing Team Rocket's attacks and then blasting them off with their own power. Ash admires Goomy's unexpected strength, and the little Dragon type happily joins him for the journey to Coumarine City!
S18.E9 ∙ Do Your Best, Dedenne! Do it for Numera!!
When our heroes take a break on the way to Coumarine City, Team Rocket attacks! Everyone is separated in the chaos, leaving Meowth stranded with Serena and Bonnie (and Ash's Goomy). While pretending to help, Meowth leads the group straight to Jessie and James! Serena and Pancham step up to take them on, and with the help of Bonnie and Dedenne, they're victorious! But during the battle, Goomy gets frightened and goes off to hide. Dedenne follows Goomy's slimy trail through a rocky tunnel--and discovers the little Dragon type facing off against Team Rocket on the other side! Dedenne immediately leaps into the battle, protecting Goomy until it can no longer stand, and then Goomy finds its courage and stands up for Dedenne. Just when it looks like the two are about to fall into the villains' clutches, our heroes show up to send Team Rocket blasting off once more. The new friendship between Dedenne and Goomy is cause for celebration, as the journey continues!
S18.E10 ∙ Vanipeti Panic! An Ice-Covered Whiteout!!
When our heroes arrive in Coumarine City, they learn that Nurse Joy is taking care of a lost Vanillite and head off to meet it! They take a shortcut through a ranch where the owner, Ramos, watches over a large number of Grass-type Pokemon. At the Pokemon Center, Bonnie happily plays with the friendly Vanillite--until Team Rocket shows up to steal it! It turns out Vanillite has powerful friends, and when Vanillish and Vanilluxe come looking for their lost companion, they bury the entire city under a massive snowstorm! Ramos directs the huge group of Sunflora under his care to stop the storm, and with his help, our heroes send Team Rocket blasting off again and reunite the three icy Pokemon. Nurse Joy thanks Ramos for his help, and Clemont finally realizes who he is: this Trainer who can command an entire field of Grass types is Ash's next opponent, the Gym Leader of Coumarine City!
S18.E11 ∙ Hiyoku Gym Battle! Gekogashira VS Gogoat!!
It's time for Ash's Coumarine City Gym battle with Ramos, and our hero can't wait to get started! But Ramos is in no hurry. He invites our heroes to tea, and then asks them for some help tending his garden. When the battle begins and Ash's Fletchinder takes down Jumpluff, he thinks he has a big advantage at this Grass-type Gym! But Ramos's Weepinbell unleashes a Poison Powder that quickly defeats Fletchinder and then Hawlucha. Finally, Ash sends out the Water-type Frogadier, which seems like a bad type matchup. But it turns out Ash has a plan--he instructs Frogadier to use its Frubbles as a protective mask so it doesn't inhale the powder! Weepinbell is defeated, and Ramos sends out his trusty Gogoat, who uses Razor Leaf as an evasion tactic in a way Ash has never seen before. Inspired, Ash has Frogadier use Double Team and then prepare a Water Pulse while Gogoat is distracted. It works, and Ash wins the Plant Badge!
S18.E12 ∙ Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Tree of Promises and the Presents!!
A Coumarine City tradition is in jeopardy, and our heroes are faced with averting a major crisis.
S18.E13 ∙ Aim to be the Kalos Queen! Serena Makes Her Debut!
It's Serena's Pokémon Showcase debut, surrounded by friends and rivals, old and new.
S18.E14 ∙ Decisive Battle in the Badlands! Fight, Numera!!
Ash and Goomy are in the middle of some special training in the Lumiose Badlands when an injured Spoink appears and leads Ash and the others to its oasis home. There, our heroes find a group of Spoink under the control of an unpleasant Grumpig, who's using its psychic powers to control them and steal all their food! When our heroes retreat to plan their strategy, they find themselves in a cage set by Team Rocket! It turns out Grumpig is in cahoots with the villains to seize the oasis and its impressive food supply from the resident Spoink. Goomy slips through the bars and challenges Grumpig, and when Ash frees himself and leaps into the battle, it evolves into a Sliggoo to protect him! When Grumpig realizes Jessie, James, and Meowth were just using it for their own selfish ends, it angrily sends them blasting off and apologizes to the Spoink with a gift of food. All is forgiven, and our heroes are off once more to Lumiose City!
S18.E15 ∙ Protect the Future of Science! The Electric Labyrinth!!
As our heroes make their way through the Lumiose Badlands, Clemont remembers his promise to battle Ash at the Lumiose Gym for Ash's fifth Gym badge. But Clemont now has doubts about his own readiness to take the challenge... When they reach the Kalos Power Plant, our heroes discover it has been seized by Team Rocket! They've also taken control of all the Electric-type Pokemon in the area, including Pikachu, Dedenne, and Luxio, and they're threatening to shut down power to Lumiose City. It's an uphill battle, but our heroes demonstrate exceptional bravery in rescuing the Pokemon from Team Rocket's clutches. And after helping to overload the power plant's systems, Clemont's Luxio evolves into a Luxray! When the plant manager prepares to fly to Lumiose City to report, Clemont asks if he can come along. He needs some time to sharpen his skills before his Gym battle with Ash, so he bids the rest of our heroes goodbye for now!
S18.E16 ∙ A Fork in the Path of Indecision!? Musashi and Sonans!
A conflict of heartfelt emotions threatens the future of a longstanding partnership.
S18.E17 ∙ Fokko VS Mahoxy! A Splendid Performance Battle!!
A chance meeting with a mysterious Pokémon Performer provides Serena and her Pokémon with some priceless advice and support.
S18.E19 ∙ Kameil and Raichu Appear! Good Luck Numeil!!
A surprise reunion with an old friend gives Ash the perfect opportunity for training--and even more surprises.
S18.E20 ∙ The Miare City Investigation! Citroid VS Black Citroid!!
Ash, Serena, and Bonnie have finally rejoined Clemont in Lumiose City! Ash can't wait to get their Gym battle started, but it's quickly interrupted by Officer Jenny...who places Clembot under arrest! Security footage shows a robot that looks just like Clembot vandalizing several businesses around the city. Clemont sets out to prove Clembot's innocence with the help of the journalist Alexa, who's been trying to track down the mysterious man in the Blaziken mask as a possible witness. At Alexa's advice, Clemont investigates the Prism Tower computer where Clembot's blueprints are stored. Sure enough, a robotics researcher known as Doctor Belmondo has hacked into the computer and stolen the blueprints to create a Dark Clembot of his own! Our heroes catch the pair red-handed at the Lumiose Museum, where Clembot defeats Dark Clembot in a Pokémon battle and Belmondo confesses everything. With Clembot's good name restored, the stage is set for the Gym battle between Ash and Clemont!
S18.E21 ∙ Miare Gym Battle! Satoshi VS Citron!!
After a false start, the Lumiose Gym battle between Ash and Clemont is getting under way! To begin, Clemont's Bunnelby and Ash's Pikachu trade the same moves they used when they first met, on Ash's first day in the Kalos region. Bunnelby has learned some new tricks since then, but it can't stand up against Pikachu's Iron Tail. Next up, Clemont sends out Heliolisk, and Ash switches to Goodra. But Heliolisk moves with impressive speed, dashing around the battlefield more quickly than Goodra can follow and leaving it paralyzed. Ash calls Goodra back and sends out the speedy Hawlucha, but Heliolisk still seems unstoppable...until Ash notices that it pauses to spread its frills before every attack. Hawlucha times its attack just right and knocks Heliolisk out! Clemont's final Pokémon is Luxray, who uses Electric Terrain to charge up the battlefield and quickly takes down both Hawlucha and Pikachu. Ash sends Goodra back into battle and uses Rain Dance to short out the electric battlefield. Then, a clever use of Bide allows Goodra to unleash an overwhelming show of force, giving Ash the win and the Voltage Badge! Serena suggests Laverre City as the next destination, and our heroes get ready to head out--with Clemont once again by their side!
S18.E22 ∙ The Coveted Mega Evolution! Gaburias's Bonds!!
On their way out of Lumiose City, our heroes visit Professor Sycamore, who enthusiastically shows them his latest experiment: he's acquired a Key Stone and a Mega Stone, and he wants to see if his friend Garchomp will Mega Evolve! But while everyone's excitement builds, there is a huge explosion and Garchomp is whisked away, along with both stones. The thieves? None other than Team Rocket! Professor Sycamore and our heroes chase after them, soon joined by the mysterious man in the Blaziken Mask! When Team Rocket tries to get Garchomp to Mega Evolve and join them, Blaziken Mask lends the professor his Key Stone, and the bond between professor and Pokemon overwhelms even Team Rocket's mind control ray. Mega Garchomp, Blaziken, and Pikachu combine to send the villains blasting off again! Ash, Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie say their goodbyes and head off toward Laverre City. Meanwhile, the professor seems to have figured out who's behind the Blaziken Mask...
S18.E23 ∙ Battle in the Wetlands! Numelgon VS Florges!
Our heroes are on their way to Laverre City when a passerby recognizes Ash's Goodra. He introduces himself as Keanan and explains that he's the caretaker of the nearby wetlands where Goodra used to live when it was a Goomy. Ash and the others are excited to visit Goodra's old home, but the Pokemon seems reluctant... When they reach the wetlands, Keanan explains that some time ago, a feud broke out over a healing spring in the area. In the battle, Goomy was launched into the air, where it was carried along by a flock of Swanna until it eventually fell on Ash's head! The Florges who started the whole thing now controls the wetlands along with its underlings, and Goodra's old friends have gone into hiding. With some encouragement from Ash, Goodra confronts Florges in an impressive battle...but just when it looks like Florges has been defeated, an attack from an unknown source knocks Goodra out! Later, the Team Rocket villains (who launched the attack) approach Florges with an offer to join forces...and as Ash keeps watch over a recovering Goodra, the villains grab Pikachu and Dedenne! Will he be able to get them back?
S18.E24 ∙ Hoopa's Surprise Ring Adventures
Six various shorts featuring Ash, Pikachu and Hoopa released in connection with Pokémon 18th movie (Pokémon the Movie: Hoopa and the Clash of Ages).
S18.E25 ∙ Conclusion! Numelgon, Somewhere Over the Rainbow!!
With Goodra's beloved wetlands in imminent danger, our heroes are faced with a must-win situation for the sake of the many Pokémon who live there.
S18.E26 ∙ The Worst Luck? Eureka VS Nyarth!!
On the way to Laverre City, Serena and Bonnie look up their daily fortunes in Serena's guidebook, which predicts a bad day for both of them. Meanwhile, the Team Rocket trio, who have just gotten their hands on a berry bonanza, spot our heroes and swoop down to attack! In the ensuing battle, some of the berries end up in our heroes' hands. Then, when three angry Pangoro charge out of the woods, everyone runs for cover and gets separated, and Bonnie ends up with Meowth! The two of them bicker at first but eventually decide to cooperate. After Bonnie gets hit with Spore which makes her sleep, Meowth and Dedenne work together to find the berry that will heal her, and soon she is feeling fine. When our heroes are finally reunited, the angry Pangoro reappear. According to Meowth's translation, the Pangoro think our heroes stole their food, and that's why they attacked. But when Jessie and James show up (still carrying a big bag of berries), it quickly becomes clear who the real culprits are! The Pangoro send the villains blasting off again, our heroes return the berries, and Bonnie tells Serena that her day didn't turn out so bad after all!
S18.E27 ∙ The Scary House's Hospitality!
The gang finds themselves lost in the forest and happen upon a creepy house. They are invited in by its host Lon and despite his warm welcome, something else is lurking in the house and intends to give them the scare of their lives.
S18.E28 ∙ Battle at the Fashion Show! Tatsubay VS Shushupu!
When our heroes arrive in Laverre City, Serena tells Ash that Gym Leader Valerie is also a renowned fashion designer--which, unfortunately for Ash and another would-be challenger named Sawyer, means the Gym is closed for a fashion show and there are no battles to be found! Ash and Sawyer decide to have a battle of their own while Serena and Bonnie admire Valerie's lovely designs...and then get recruited to join the fashion show as substitute models! Our heroes soon learn that at the end of every fashion show, Valerie chooses a challenger from the audience so she can show off how her creations look in battle. This time, it's Sawyer's turn! His Bagon has no chance against Valerie's Spritzee, but he appreciates the experience and takes lots of notes for next time. Ash is so excited for his Gym battle the next day that he can barely wait to finish dinner before launching right into some special training with Sawyer's help...and Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie rush through their own meals to cheer them on!
S18.E29 ∙ Kunoe Gym Battle! The Beautiful Fairy Trap!!
After observing the talents and skills of Laverre Gym Leader Valerie in action, it's time for Ash to challenge her for his sixth Kalos Gym badge! First, Valerie's Sylveon is up against Ash's Fletchinder. Ash gets the first win-as Sawyer takes notes. Valerie next sends out Spritzee, who gains the speed advantage by using Trick Room and knocks Fletchinder out. The score is now one to one! Ash sends in Hawlucha. Ash is victorious Sawyer really wants Ash to teach him how to battle with the same unique brand of creativity and power. Ash promises to battle Sawyer later by way of explanation, as the journey to the Kalos League continues!
S18.E30 ∙ Three-Match Rival Battle! Towards the Future!!
After Ash's victory at the Laverre Gym, our heroes are walking with Sawyer, who's completely focused on his battle notebook and not watching where he's going--until he trips and falls, dropping his notebook in the process! He doesn't realize this until later, and by that time, Team Rocket has picked it up, determined to make use of all the information within. With the help of his Slurpuff's talented nose, Sawyer manages to track down his prized possession, and he and Ash battle together to send Team Rocket blasting off again. Then, they decide to battle against each other! Ash seems to be firmly in command...until Sawyer's Treecko evolves into Grovyle and presents Frogadier with quite a challenge! Frogadier pulls off the win, but it's a close one, and afterward, it's clear that the two Pokémon are itching for a rematch. Sawyer heads off to challenge the Coumarine Gym, while Serena has her eye on the Pokémon Showcase in Dendemille Town, on the way to Ash's next Gym battle in Anistar City!
S18.E31 ∙ The Wind, the Egg and Onbat!
When Ash's Hawlucha finds a Pokémon Egg, everyone teams up to keep it warm, including a very helpful Fletchinder! Soon, a cute little Noibat hatches from the Egg! It starts trying to fly at once, but isn't very successful. Hawlucha tries to show it how to ride the wind--until Team Rocket swoops in and grabs both of them! Jessie and Meowth are hoping to evolve Noibat on the spot into a powerful Noivern, but James does some research and learns it won't be that easy. During their discussion, the two Pokémon manage to escape into a pitch-black cave, where they quickly get the better of the villains thanks to Noibat's sonar. Once everyone is reunited and Team Rocket is sent blasting off again, our heroes are ready to set off again toward Anistar City--and Noibat decides to join them!
S18.E32 ∙ Pikachu Becomes a Star!? Its Movie Debut!! / How to Pikachu The Movie! OK! Action!! / The Lightning-fast Hero! Super Pikachu!! / Pikachu's Shocking Bloopers
During aerial training with Noibat, our heroes spot three Pokémon flying overhead at impressive speed. It turns out they're headed to the Pokémon Sky Relay, an aerial race in which three-member teams of flying Pokémon compete against each other. An elderly gentleman named Ornithol offers his Sky Relay expertise, and Ash just happens to have three flying Pokémon, so they agree to work together! Fletchinder takes an early lead. Then, in the second leg, Hawlucha encounters an aggressive Pelipper that keeps trying to knock it out of the sky...and turns out to be a robot powered by Meowth! Team Rocket is disqualified just in time for Hawlucha to hand off to Noibat for the final stretch, where it almost pulls ahead at the finish line...but an opposing Starly wins by a beak. Our heroes are thrilled with Noibat's performance, and Ornithol couldn't be happier about finally competing in the Pokémon Sky Relay!
S18.E34 ∙ Fierce Battle in the Monster Ball Factory! Pikachu VS Nyarth!!
A tour of the Poké Ball Factory provides our heroes with much more than just Poké Balls!
S18.E35 ∙ Tairenar and Yancham!! A Captivating Fiery Performance!!
Serena's next Pokémon Showcase appearance is taking place in Dendemille Town, and she's faced with some stiff competition.
S18.E36 ∙ Rotom's Wish!
At a run-down hotel, a timid desk clerk named Yolton shows our heroes to their room. Satoshi wants to check out the hotel's public battlefield, where they discover Mantle, the owner, challenging other Trainers to battle and taking their Pokémon when they lose. Yolton's Rotom comes out of hiding to reveal that its Trainer was once the owner, but Mantle challenged him to a battle on the hotel's opening day 10 years ago. When the inexperienced Rotom ran away, Mantle declared himself the winner--of the battle and the hotel. To make amends, Rotom sends our heroes back in time to that fateful battle. This time, Citron and the others help Yolton and Rotom defeat the crook. When they return to the present, our heroes discover a big change: the hotel is sparkling and clean, Yolton is the rightful owner, and Mantle and his goons are working as bellhops. And a framed photo from the hotel's opening day proves that our heroes really were there.
S18.E38 ∙ The Pumpjin Festival! Farewell, Bakeccha!?
Ash, Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie find themselves attending a Gourgeist Festival, where everyone dresses in Pokémon costumes. Naturally, our heroes want to join the fun! Meanwhile, Team Rocket, also in costume, gets an invitation to the castle from Count Pumpka. His Prince Pumpkaboo has developed quite an interest in Jessie's Pumpkaboo. Jessie seizes the opportunity and tells the count that some terrible villains have stolen her Pikachu--namely, our heroes! She suggests that she might trade her Pumpkaboo to the count if he helps rescue Pikachu. The count's steward confronts Ash and the others, demanding that they return Pikachu to its rightful Trainer--but because Pikachu is wearing a Psyduck costume and Chespin is dressed as Pikachu, he ends up grabbing Chespin by mistake! Back at the castle, Jessie reluctantly agrees to the trade. But when the trade is complete, Jessie's Pumpkaboo evolves into a Gourgeist, and suddenly Prince Pumpkaboo isn't interested anymore! Jessie gets her Gourgeist back, Team Rocket is revealed and promptly sent blasting off again, Chespin and Clemont are reunited, and all's well that ends well!
S18.E39 ∙ Crossing the Snow Mountains! Mammoo and Yukinooh!
A giant snowy mountain stands between our heroes and their next destination. To cross it, they rent two powerful Mamoswine and climb on board! It's a treacherous trek up to the summit, but everything proceeds as planned until the Mamoswine make an unexpected turn toward the Frost Cavern, where a mighty Abomasnow blocks the way! Ash and the others discover that Abomasnow is standing guard over a sick little Snover, and Clemont soon has everyone searching for medicinal plants. With these ingredients, he prepares a remedy, and Snover is soon feeling just fine. After a brief run-in with the Team Rocket trio, our heroes set off once more, and the Mamoswine carry them down the other side of the mountain toward Anistar City!
S18.E40 ∙ Harimaron! Its First Errand!!
Our heroes have stopped at a busy Pokémon Center to get out of the rain when the power goes out! Clemont soon discovers that a leak in the roof has caused a short circuit, and recruits Luxray, Pikachu, and Dedenne to serve as a temporary source of electricity while he fixes it. Ash climbs up to repair the leak, and Serena and Bonnie offer to help Nurse Joy take care of the Pokémon. Clemont needs a replacement fuse, but he can't leave the still-sparking fuse box unattended, and everyone else is still hard at work. So he sends Chespin and Bunnelby into town with a note for the shopkeeper! Along the way, the two Pokémon run into Team Rocket...but just as Ash shows up looking for Chespin and Bunnelby, they send the villains blasting off all by themselves! Eventually, they acquire the new fuse and bring it back to Clemont, who gets the power going again, and all is well...all except for Chespin, who eats way too much at the victory feast and becomes the newly restored Pokémon Center's first patient!
S18.E41 ∙ A Broken Twig and a Broken Heart! Tairenar's Strong Feelings!!
A crisis in confidence leads to renewed strength and determination.
S18.E42 ∙ Photo Op on Fire! Snap the Legend!!
When our heroes arrive at the foot of Mt. Molteau, the sudden appearance of a fiery Charmeleon lets them know that Trevor, their friend from Pokémon summer camp, is nearby! His goal is to take a photograph of the Legendary Pokémon Moltres, who is reputed to live on Mt. Molteau. The Team Rocket villains are close behind, hoping to catch Moltres for the Boss--but when they grab Pikachu and a battle ensues near the volcano's crater, the Legendary Pokémon awakens and sends Team Rocket blasting off with a powerful Flamethrower! Unfortunately, it thinks our heroes are also enemies and turns its attack on them! While trying to protect Ash and his friends, Fletchinder evolves into a magnificent Talonflame--and when Talonflame finds itself in trouble, Ash jumps to the rescue, saving his beloved Pokémon and proving to Moltres that he means it no harm. Trevor has gotten his photograph, our heroes have met Moltres, and Ash and Talonflame vow to work hard together, as the journey to Anistar City continues!
S18.E43 ∙ Eureka the Caretaker! The Spoiled Chigoras!!
Team Rocket has gotten their hands on a young Tyrunt, with plans to get it to evolve into a powerful Tyrantrum. But Tyrunt wants nothing to do with them, jumping out of their balloon and falling into a river! Bonnie finds Tyrunt there, trapped and yelping. After Bonnie frees Tyrunt, the two of them begin an endearing process of bonding, while the rest of our heroes watch in amazement. But Clemont can't quite understand what a Tyrunt would be doing out there in the wild... However, Team Rocket is determined as ever, and grabs Tyrunt, Bunnelby, Dedenne, and Bonnie! But everyone is soon set free, and Bonnie comes up with a fun plan to defeat the hapless trio. A fierce battle ensues, Tyrunt evolves into Tyrantrum, and it's blast-off time once again! When Bonnie sadly realizes Tyrantrum comes from the Pokémon Fossil Research Center, she knows Tyrantrum can't go with her. Tears are shed as Bonnie says goodbye to her new friend, but she promises to come back someday for a visit, and our heroes' journey continues.
S18.E44 ∙ Memories of the Train! Citron and Horubee!!
On the road to Anistar City, Ash and friends fall into a Team Rocket pit trap! Pikachu quickly sends the villains blasting off again, but then the ground underneath our heroes collapses, leaving them in an abandoned subway tunnel. It reminds Bonnie of when she and Clemont first met Bunnelby, who was living in an old subway car in Lumiose City with a group of Pokémon. The group was being threatened by a grumpy Diggersby who wanted the train for itself! Thanks to some battling tips from Clemont, Bunnelby managed to defeat Diggersby and protect its home. Soon, the subway car was in danger, and Clemont, Bonnie, Bunnelby, and all its Pokémon friends--now including Diggersby--had to work together to move it to safety! After the train found its new home, Clemont and Bunnelby sadly parted ways...but Bunnelby's friends had a better idea. They encouraged Bunnelby to go after its newly chosen Trainer, and the rest is history!
S18.E45 ∙ The Eievui Who is Shy of Strangers!? Capture at the Flower Garden!!
A beautiful meadow provides our heroes with the perfect spot to take a break and witness a surprising performance.
S18.E46 ∙ Tag Team Inspiration!
In Anistar City, where Serena is rehearsing for the next Pokémon Showcase, our heroes get a nice surprise when their friends Tierno and Shauna arrive with newly evolved Pokémon! But Serena's new friend Eevee is skittish and shy in the presence of so many others, and she suggests a Tag Battle so Eevee can gain some experience and confidence. It's Ash and Tierno versus Serena and Shauna! When Tierno and his Blastoise go into their usual battle dance, Eevee starts toe-tapping right along with them, and soon it's leaping and whirling faster than Blastoise can follow! It gets one good hit in with Swift as Serena watches, starry-eyed...and then she asks everyone to put the battle on hold so her team can rehearse a new performance idea! Ash and Tierno happily continue the battle on their own as Serena and Shauna go off to practice--because the next morning, it's time to register for the Showcase!
S18.E47 ∙ A Performance Pop Quiz!
It's time for the Anistar City Pokémon Showcase, and a second Princess Key hangs in the balance for Serena.
S18.E48 ∙ The Crisis in Kalos! The Battle of the Giant Sundial!!
As our heroes look to Ash's next battle at the Anistar City Gym, they discover things about its Gym Leader they never could have imagined.
S18.E49 ∙ The Double Battle in the Hyakkoku Gym! Gojika's Future Sight!!
The Double Battle between Ash and Olympia, the Anistar Gym Leader, is just beginning! Olympia's powerful team of Meowstic, with their combination of Helping Hand (a support move) and Future Sight (a delayed attack), seems unbeatable. But once Ash recognizes Olympia's strategy, things begin to turn around! He asks Pikachu to measure the timing of the Future Sight delay, and with that information, directs his Talonflame and Frogadier to send the Meowstic right into the path of their own attack! Ash claims the victory, and with it, the Psychic Badge! Our heroes then set their sights on Snowbelle City, where Ash hopes to win the last Gym badge he needs to enter the Kalos League...while Olympia warns of a future crisis that threatens the entire Kalos region!
S19.E1 ∙ Z's Explosive Birth! What Lurks in Kalos!!
Bonnie makes a new friend, Ash runs into an old friend, and a terrifying premonition begins to unfold.
S19.E2 ∙ Hot-blooded Hariborg! Puni-chan is Being Targeted!!
As the gang continue their travels with their new Pokémon friend, "Squishy", a Quilladin appears and falls head over heels for Eevee. Meanwhile, Team Rocket set their sights on capturing Squishy.
S19.E3 ∙ Mega Tabunne VS Giga Giga Nyarth!!
Ash and his friends run across Nurse Joy, who is stuck in a crevice. When they help her, they discover that Nurse Joy and her Audino do not always get along. Nurse Joy hopes the Mega Stone she found will help create a deeper bond between the two.
S19.E4 ∙ Shishiko and Kaenjishi! A Fiery Journey!!
The gang come across a Litleo arguing with a Pyroar. When they learn it is time for Litleo to become independent, they decide to watch it from afar. However, Team Rocket has other plans.
S19.E5 ∙ Pikachu, Sees Puni-chan's Dream!
As the heroes and Team Rocket go to sleep, a Darkrai appears and casts dream spells on them. This places Pikachu and Meowth in Squishy's dreams. The two begin to see the past and future of Squishy as well as the gang's Pokémon.
S19.E6 ∙ Welcome to the Ninja Village! The Legend of the Heroic Gekkouga!!
The gang meet up with their ninja friend Sanpei, who invites them to his village for a festival. However, they soon get interrupted when a Ninja Army attacks and kidnaps the village's chieftain. An unexpected turn of events happens to Ash's Frogadier.
S19.E7 ∙ Decisive Battle in the Ninja Village! Gekogashira VS Kirikizan!
As the gang fight off the evil ninjas, help soon starts to rise when Ash's Frogadier acquires a mysterious new power.
S19.E8 ∙ Dance, Eievui! Its TryPokaron Debut!
Our heroes are in Couriway Town for Serena's next Pokémon Showcase, and her third Princess Key win is at stake.
S19.E9 ∙ Terminus Cave! The Mystery of Z is Set in Motion!!
Our heroes are visiting Terminus Cave with hopes of seeing new Pokémon, but they're not alone.
S19.E10 ∙ Eureka and Puni-chan!
Ash, Serena, Clemont and Bonnie look for Squishy who fled after Team Flare tried to catch it but an encounter with a group of Toxicroak leaves Bunnelby injured.
S19.E11 ∙ A Windswept Encounter!
A gust of wind sends Noibat flying into a Breloom to attacks, leaving Noibat poisoned but a Floette cures Noibat but Breloom has a crush on Floette and sees a rival in Noibat.
S19.E12 ∙ Satoshi and Serena! Catch One at the Dance Party!!
Serena is invited to a dance party for Pokémon performers, and there are many surprises in store.
S19.E13 ∙ The Strongest Mega Battle! Gekkouga VS Mega Lizardon!!
A battle between Sawyer and Ash sees Greninja changing its form which catches the attention of a passing Alain who decides to have a battle against Ash.
S19.E14 ∙ The Explosive Ground Force! The Zygarde Capture Operation!!
Team Rocket are tasked with catching Squishy by Giovanni when they encounter Z2 who is being chased by Team Flare and attempt to catch Z2 for themselves.
S19.E15 ∙ The Brigarron from the Wilderness! The Tree-planting Robon!
Travelling across a desolate land, Ash, Serena, Clemont and Bonnie come across a Robot planting seeds in an attempt to create trees along with its protector Chesnaught but the area is lacking the water required.
S19.E16 ∙ The Master Class Trial! What Will You Do, Serena!?
It's Pokémon Showcase time for Serena, and winning her third Princess Key is on the line.
S19.E17 ∙ Thunder and Onvern! The Lightning of Anger!
Ash, Serena, Bonnie and Clemont come across an injured paramedic who tasks them with delivering medicine to a nearby town only to encounter Zapdos who is on a rampage.
S19.E18 ∙ Left and Right! The Kametete's Swaying Heart!!
Ash and his friends arrive to check out a gem exhibit only for it to be canceled when a person picks the lock and leaves without stealing anything.
S19.E19 ∙ Master Class Is in Session!
The Pokémon Showcase Master Class is under way, and Serena is competing with friends and rivals galore.
S19.E20 ∙ Elle VS Serena! Open the Door to the Future!!
Serena attempts to battle in the master class with all she has and loses after to the kalos queen
S19.E21 ∙ A Bride for Citron!? Eureka's S'il-vous-plaît Panic!
Bunnelby finds a Buneary and Bonnie tells a girl to marry her brother and she gets interested in Clemont. Bonnie then tries to woo the girl away from Clemont due to her nightmares. After, Team Rocket kidnap the 2 rabbit Pokémon.
S19.E22 ∙ Serena Becomes Satoshi! The Strongest Pikachu Showdown!
Rock guitarist Jimmy and his Pikachu, Spike, are always looking for other strong Pikachu Trainers to battle. But Ash is in bed with a fever, and when Jimmy shows up, Serena decides to disguise herself as Ash, and Pikachu plays along.
S19.E23 ∙ Satoshi and Alain! Gekkouga VS Mega Lizardon Once Again!!
Ash's rematch with Alain. Greninja VS Mega-Charizard.
S19.E24 ∙ The Forest's Curse and the White Bokurei!
Ash and co. find a Pokémon and try to get it back with its group. Meanwhile, Team Rocket, tries to separate the ghost Pokémon from its friends because of the macaroon incident earlier.
S19.E25 ∙ Satoshi VS Champion Carnet! VS Mega Sirnight!!
Diantha visits Ash and battles him, but only to be interrupted by Team Rocket.
S19.E26 ∙ Rival Showdown! Satoshi VS Shota!!
Ash battles Sawyer and loses. They both travel to Snowbelle City to challenge the 8th gym leader.
S19.E27 ∙ Eisetsu Gym Battle! Battlefield of Ice!!
Our heroes and Sawyer arrive in Snowbelle City, and Ash is fired up to win his final badge at the freezing Gym! First up is Wulfric's Abomasnow, whose Ability causes hail to fall on the already-icy battlefield! After Hawlucha fights through it to claim the first victory, Wulfric sends out Avalugg-who slowly recovers from damage when it's hailing. It's an icy combo that proves to be very effective, as Avalugg knocks out Hawlucha and Talonflame, and even defeats Greninja after it syncs up with Ash to become "Ash-Greninja" (as Bonnie calls it). Ash is devastated, and while his Pokemon heal up, he goes off on his own to recover!
S19.E28 ∙ The Bewildering Woods... The Dawn of Evolution!
Following Ash's defeat at the Snowbelle Gym, some not-so-quiet introspection turns into some real inspiration.
S19.E29 ∙ Satoshi Gekkouga VS Mega Yukinooh! Unleash the Giant Water Shuriken!!
Ash re-challenges Wulfric. Abomasnow evolves into its mega form and Ash wins, setting his sights on the Pokémon league.
S19.E30 ∙ Find Melecie! Numelgon and Dedenne!!
Our heroes are visiting the wetland where Ash's friend Goodra now lives when they run into a group of Carbink with a problem-one of their Carbink friends is playing a trick on them, hiding and refusing to come out! Everyone joins the search, but the Carbink are lured into a trap and used as part of a Team Rocket robot! Feeling bad about the trouble it's caused, the mischievous Carbink teams up with Goodra to free its friends and send the villains blasting off again. Meanwhile, Alain has just defeated Gym Leader Korrina for his eighth badge, and he hopes to face a particular opponent at the Kalos League!
S19.E31 ∙ The Explosive Heat at the Mechanical Festival!
Ash, Serena, and Bonnie are having a tough time keeping up with Clemont! Where is he going in such a hurry? It's the Gadget Festival, where playful inventors exhibit their mechanical creations-and where Clemont is truly in his element! Team Rocket is celebrating with some gadgets of their own, but as usual, their goal is to steal Poke Balls from unsuspecting Trainers. When Ash and friends hear about this scheme, they confront the villains, who attempt to fight back using a Meowth-enhancing gadget that Clemont finds impressive! But when Team Rocket's invention falls a little short, they're soon blasting off again-and our heroes get back to the festival!
S19.E32 ∙ The Kalos League Begins! The Mega Lizardon Showdown: X VS Y!!
After meeting up with old friends, Ash starts battling in the Lumiose Conference and he faces Alan as first his first opponent..
S19.E33 ∙ Mega Jukain VS Raichu! I Received Some Experience Points!
At the Kalos League, Sawyer and Tierno battle against each other. The winner will battle at the semifinals against Ash or Allan.
S19.E34 ∙ The Semifinal Full Battle! Satoshi VS Shota!!
Ash battles Sawyer in the semi-finals of the Kalos League.
S19.E35 ∙ Decisive Rival Battle! Satoshi Gekkouga VS Mega Jukain!!
Ash competes with Sawyer in the semi-finals of the Kalos League.
S19.E36 ∙ Fierce Fighting at the Kalos League! Gather, All of My Passion!!
The day before the Kalos League finals between Ash and Alain, our heroes meet Alain's young friend Mairin when she rescues Clemont's wayward Chespin! Team Flare is also in Lumiose City, preparing for a secret operation while all eyes are on the League-and Lysandre has plans for Ash once the League is over. Meanwhile, Professor Sycamore, who has been researching Ash-Greninja, shows our heroes an old manuscript describing the mysterious Bond Phenomenon, which requires Trainer and Pokemon to have a particularly close connection. Afterward, Ash rallies his Pokemon for the battle ahead, while Alain trains hard with his Charizard. His mission to gather Mega Evolution energy is nearly complete!
S19.E37 ∙ Kalos League Finale! Satoshi vs Alan!
The Kalos League Final continues and it is getting tense. With Alain just having Bisharp and Charizard left, Ash has the upper hand with Goodra, Pikachu and Greninja still in reserve. With Pikachu already worn out after taking out Tyranitar and Metagross, it may not last long. Who will emerge triumphant in this battle and become the Kalos League Champion?
S19.E38 ∙ Kalos League Victory! Satoshi's Greatest Decisive Battle!
Alan beats Satoshi and wins the Kalos League. Meanwhile, Flare-Dan prepares to move ahead with their plan of controlling Zygarde.
S19.E39 ∙ Flare Gang Attack! The Zygarde at the Prism Tower!!
Fuladari and the Flare-Dan's plan for a beautiful new world has finally begun. Everyone from Satoshi to Alan is caught in the crossfire and soon Satoshi gets captured by Fuladari. Meanwhile Puni-Chan prepares to fight Z-2 in order to snap him out of the Flare-Dan's control.
S19.E40 ∙ The Shocking Zygarde VS Zygarde! The Breaking World!!
Team Flare continues on changing the world and ruining Luminous city. Ash and his friends are in trouble.
S19.E41 ∙ Attack on Miare Gym! The Citroid Forever!!
As Ash and the gang are separated each one is trying to help others in different ways.
S19.E42 ∙ The Advancing Megalith! The Kalos Line of Defense!!
The battle to save Kalos is on, with all the gym leaders assisting in the battle but just as it looks like they have won, Lysandre returns, determined to succeed.
S19.E44 ∙ Starting from Zero! Citron's Decision!!
The Lumiose Gym has been through a lot, but everyone is working together to get it up and running again. Clembot is back, too, although Clemont hasn't been able to restore its memories. When someone arrives to challenge the Gym, Clembot experiences its first Pokémon battle all over again-and it loves every minute! It asks Clemont to teach it all about Pokémon, and he's pleased to start rebuilding their friendship. The rest of our heroes are making plans, too. Ash wants to go home for a fresh start. Alain returns to work for Professor Sycamore. And Serena remembers Palermo's offer to take her on as a student...
S19.E45 ∙ The Last Battle with Satoshi! Serena's Choice!!
Lumiose City is nearly back to normal, and Serena has an idea for a celebration. With Professor Sycamore's help, she and Shauna put on a special performance for everyone! They're soon joined by their Master Class rival Jessilee, and the show is a huge success!Serena wants to keep pursuing her performance goals, but she's not sure about her next step. With the support of Ash and her mom, she finally decides to turn down Palermo's offer so she can keep improving on her own. But Palermo has a surprising response: she suggests that Serena travel to the Hoenn region to try her hand at Pokémon Contests!
S19.E46 ∙ Farewell, Satoshi Gekkouga! Xerosicy's Counterattack!!
After dropping Goodra back home, the group head back to Lumiose City so Ash can return home only to be attacks by roots and Xerosic captures Clemont.
S19.E47 ∙ The Endless Zero! Until the Day We Meet Again!!
Leaving the Kalos region, Satoshi says goodbye to his friends. Also leaving is Serena, who is going to Houen to enter their Pokemon contests. Saying goodbye to Eureka and Citron, they all depart, but they may meet again someday...
S19.E48 ∙ The Legend of XYZ!
Visiting recently discovered ruins, Professor Sycamore meets up with Alexa as they discuss the history behind the ruins and the stone maiden that they find here.
S20.E1 ∙ Alola! The Starting Island, the Starter Pokémon!!
While on vacation in the Alola region, Ash and Pikachu discover and enroll in the island Pokémon school.
S20.E2 ∙ The Guardian Deity Kapu-Kokeko Appears! Challenge, Our Z-Move!!
Ash and Pikachu are adjusting to life in the Alola region--and it's about to give them a powerful push in a new direction.
S20.E3 ∙ Hello, Roto, I'm the Rotom Pokédex, Roto!
Professor Kukui gives Ash an intelligent Rotom Pokédex that is capable of human speech. Ash goes to find and catch his first Pokémon in Alola, but he instead encounters Team Rocket, who are aided by a wild Mimikyu that despises Pikachu.
S20.E4 ∙ It's Mokuroh! Catching Pokémon in Alola!!
Ash is on the verge of catching his first Pokémon, until Team Rocket swoops in to ruin the day.
S20.E5 ∙ Ashimari, Give it Your bALLoon!
Ash's Pokémon class is off to the sea for some fishing, but Team Rocket has a completely different kind of fishing in mind.
S20.E6 ∙ The Shocking and Prickly Togedemaru!
Ash's first day off from Pokémon School was supposed to be a relaxing break, but things don't go quite as expected.
S20.E7 ∙ That's Why Litten Is a Scamp!
After an unusual wild litten steals Ash's sandwich, he intends on catching the Pokémon.
S20.E8 ∙ Who'll Be in Charge of the Egg?
Lillie has a Pokémon Egg to care for until it hatches, but will fear get in her way?
S20.E9 ∙ The Leader Pokémon is Dekagoose!
Raticate and Rattata are laying waste to the island's fields. Ash then meets Hala, the Kahuna of Melemele Island. Ash tells Hala he will be attempting the Island Trial. However, Hala then asks him a question and tells him he can only attempt the Island Trial after answering it. Ash is initially unsure what to answer, but manages to find the answer to Hala's question thanks to his classmates' help. And then he's finally given a trial by Hala.
S20.E10 ∙ Will the Z-Move Work! Challenge the Grand Trial!!
Ash is ready to do the grand trial against Melemele Island Kahuna Hala. Will Pikachu and Rowlet beat Hala's Pokemon?
S20.E11 ∙ Young Kiawe Had a Farm!
Ash spent the day and night at Kiawe's farm where they learn a lot from each other and fall in love.
S20.E12 ∙ The Sun, the Scare, the Secret Lair!
While our heroes enjoy a class on the beach, familiar and unfamiliar troubles are brewing behind the scenes.
S20.E13 ∙ The Big Alola Pancake Race!
Ash's classmate, Mallow, tells him about a race where Pokémon work with Pokémon Trainers to carry Pancakes to the goal. He gets really interested in the challenge, and decides to participate together with Pikachu.
S20.E14 ∙ Getting to Know You!
The time has come for Lillie to address her fears, and having a new friend is the perfect way to do it.
S20.E15 ∙ Rocking Clawmark Hill!
Rockruff's current behavior may be a mystery, but Ash and Professor Kukui are determined to get to the bottom of it.
S20.E16 ∙ They Might Not Be Giants!
After practicing with Lana, Popplio has learned how to make a balloon that's big and sturdy enough to carry a Pokémon. In a series of mishaps, Rowlet and Popplio end up together inside the balloon-which gets swept away! They're trying to find their way home when they run into the wild Litten, who agrees to help. Soon, all three of them are trapped in a Team Rocket net, and Meowth wants to recruit Litten to join the gang! With some clever acting, Litten frees the others and sends Team Rocket blasting off just as our heroes are reunited. Ash tries to thank the skittish Litten, but it's disappeared again...
S20.E17 ∙ Crystal-Clear Sleuthing!
Professor Kukui and Rotom Dex are big fans of the TV show Alolan Detective Laki, and Rotom even has a blond wig so it can pretend to be the star. When Ash's Electrium Z goes missing, Rotom excitedly takes the case! Through video replay, Rotom tracks the Z-Crystal's last known whereabouts to the schoolyard, where Ash and Kiawe were training. Rotom suspects Kiawe ended up with the crystal, but Lillie has another explanation: the video shows Ash putting it in his pocket. Ash remembers that he put the crystal on his nightstand before going to bed-and Pikachu triumphantly finds the missing Electrium Z caught in Rotom's wig!
S20.E18 ∙ A Seasoned Search!
Our heroes are hungry indeed, but a quest to find the missing ingredient is keeping them that way.
S20.E19 ∙ A Guardian Rematch!
Ash is looking for a very important rematch, and his training regimen is breaking new ground.
S20.E20 ∙ Partner Promises!
Ash reluctantly tags along with Lana, Lillie, and Mallow at the mall. One store's owner points him toward Treasure Island, a gorgeous place full of wild Pokémon, and offers to lend him her kayak. Soon, he and Pikachu are on their way! After a great day of exploring, swimming, and meeting new Pokémon, they discover a Wimpod stuck in some rocks. Ash tries to scale the cliff to rescue it, but just gets all scraped up until Pikachu recruits an Alolan Exeggutor to give him a lift. Wimpod is freed-and Tapu Lele, Akala's mysterious Island Guardian (who's been secretly watching them), shows its approval by healing Ash's scratches!
S20.E21 ∙ Nyabby, Time to Begin the Journey!
After stealing his groceries again, the wild Litten comes to Ash for help when its friend Stoutland starts to have trouble breathing. Ash struggles to get it to the Pokémon Center...but Stoutland is old, and there's not much Nurse Joy can do. Ash watches over Litten as it mourns for its dear friend, and even Meowth offers a compassionate ear. In time, a beautiful rainbow helps revive the joyful memories, and Litten begins to feel better. Ash invites Litten to join his team to continue the training it started with Stoutland-and after a battle, Litten agrees. The memories are still fresh, but Litten has a new life ahead!
S20.E22 ∙ A Shivering Shovel Search!
Ash and Kiawe are training with Litten on the beach as Pikachu and Rockruff play with a mysterious shovel that seems to be moving around on its own-until it rises out of the sand to reveal a dangerous Sandygast! When Rockruff attacks it, the shovel is launched into the sea, and the furious Sandygast evolves into Palossand and traps Ash and Litten inside! Everyone works together to stop the rampaging Palossand-with a star performance from Snowy-as Popplio and Pikachu venture into the sea to find the shovel. After its shovel is returned, Palossand expresses its thanks by enveloping Professor Kukui's house in a big hug!
S20.E23 ∙ Getting the Band Back Together!
A major force in Alolan popular music is in the verge of collapse.
S20.E24 ∙ Alolan Open House!
It's the Open House day at the Pokémon School, and a surprising group of people has gathered for all the fun.
S20.E25 ∙ A Team-on-Team Tussle!
Team Rocket come across with Team Skull when they fight over a rare crystal. Meanwhile, Ash and his friends learn more about the Z-Crystals and Z-Moves.
S20.E26 ∙ So Long, Sophocles!
Moving to a new place and a new life can be stressful for anyone, and the Pokémon School gang is no exception.
S20.E27 ∙ A Glaring Rivalry!
When Lillie's big brother Gladion arrives on Melemele Island, everyone is excited about the powerful new Trainer in town-particularly Ash, who really wants to battle him! After hearing about Ash's Z-Ring and his battles against Tapu Koko, Gladion agrees to meet up the next morning. The battle is just getting started, with Ash's Rockruff against Gladion's impressive Lycanroc, when Team Rocket swoops in. Gladion and Lycanroc unleash a new Z-Move to send them blasting off again, and Ash is immediately interested in continuing the island challenge so he can get a Rock-type Z-Crystal! School is starting, so the battle is postponed-but it seems Ash has a new rival!
S20.E28 ∙ Pulling out the Pokémon Base Pepper!
It's the season for our heroes' favorite pastime: Pokémon Base! Professor Kukui has arranged a special lesson for them, complete with a guest coach: Oluolu, the star player of the Magikarp team that just won the Pro League season. After the students' game, Team Rocket shows up to demand a Pokémon Base battle-with the winning team getting the star's autograph. Oluolu teams up with the students, and it's a close match until he unleashes his secret weapon: his Snorlax partner's Z-Move, Pulverizing Pancake! In appreciation for a good game, Oluolu offers Jessie his autograph anyway-but Bewear charges through and carries Team Rocket off before she can accept!
S20.E29 ∙ Lulled to La-La Land!
A Pokémon School camping trip, complete with a scary campfire story, makes for an experience our heroes will never forget.
S20.E30 ∙ The Ol' Raise and Switch!
An unusual assignment at the Pokémon School gives our heroes a surprising opportunity to learn, grow, and have fun at the same time.
S20.E31 ∙ The Island Whisperer!
Our heroes are preparing for a field trip on Akala Island, and the island kahuna promises to make it a trip to remember.
S20.E32 ∙ Treasure Hunt, Akala Style!
Today at the Akala Island, for Pokémon School, Ash and his friends are going to ride on the Ride Pokémon Stoutland to find some treasure.
S20.E33 ∙ Big Sky, Small Fry!
Our heroes are busy with extracurricular activities on Akala Island, and Ash and Lana are in for a great adventure.
S20.E34 ∙ Battle of Fire! Garagara Appears!!
Our heroes attend the Wela Fire Festival, where Fire-type Pokémon line up to receive the Wela Crown, said to convey the power of the volcano itself! Just as Ash's Litten steps up, a feisty Alolan Marowak steals the crown from Olivia and runs off. Kiawe goes after it, but Turtonator is no match for Marowak's speed! Ash offers to help Kiawe train against a quicker foe, and they come up with a strategy: Shell Smash, a risky move that drops Turtonator's defenses but makes it stronger and faster. In the rematch, Kiawe wins, and Marowak returns the crown-and then decides to join Kiawe's team!
S20.E35 ∙ Currying Favor and Flavor!
Our heroes are embarking on a mission filled with good taste...and a surprising finish.
S20.E36 ∙ Trials and Determinations!
With the Grassium Z in hand, Ash finally begins his trial battle with Olivia for his next Z-Crystal while being watched by Tapu Lele. Ash pits Rowlet and Rockruff against Olivia and her Probopass and Lycanroc.
S20.E37 ∙ Iwanko and the Guardian Deity of the Ruins of Life!
Following the grand trial, Ash's Rockruff has gone off and disappeared. It has headed off to the Ruins of Life. While the heroes try to search it down, a Pokémon - the Guardian Deity of Akala Island - appears.
S20.E38 ∙ Mimikkyu's Disguise!
Today, with the objective of capturing Pikachu, Team Rocket and Ash face off in a battle. With the loss in the battle, Jessie and Mimikyu get separated from the others.
S20.E39 ∙ Mallow and the Forest Teacher!
It's a challenging day for Mallow and her family restaurant, and emotions are running high.
S20.E40 ∙ Balloons, Brionne, and Belligerence!
Lana and Popplio are working hard to master their Z-Move, but their progress is soon to grow by leaps and bounds.
S20.E41 ∙ Mounting an Electrifying Charge!
Three of our heroes are teaming up for the annual Charjabug race, an electrifying event with shocking results.
S20.E42 ∙ Alola at Kanto! Takeshi and Kasumi!!
A celebratory Pokémon School class trip turns out to be a reunion no one will ever forget.
S20.E43 ∙ When Regions Collide!
Still in Kanto, the group heads to Cerulean City to teach the Alola group about Pokémon Gyms. Having had his last match at Cerulean Gym interrupted, Ash is eager to have a proper match as demonstration, and Kiawe also wants to battle. As such, battles soon begin of Ash VS Misty and Kiawe VS Brock, but when they start to use their Z-Moves, Brock and Misty pull out their trump cards: Mega Evolution.
S21.E1 ∙ Satoshi to Hoshigumo! Fushigi na deai!!
A vivid dream has set our hero on a mission to find out its true meaning!
S21.E2 ∙ Hoshigumo Panic! A Sudden Teleport!!
The Pokémon School class is sculpting with clay today. But while our heroes muse about various Pokémon and places, they disappear one by one-first appearing at the scenes of their musings, then reappearing back at school.
S21.E3 ∙ The Shapeshifting Metamon, Find that 'mon!
While our heroes explore one part of Aether Paradise, Team Rocket is busy exploring another!
S21.E4 ∙ Glazio and Silvady! The Mask of Punishment!!
Ash and his friends are off on another big adventure, thanks to Nebby's amazing powers!
S21.E5 ∙ Full Force Pose at the Sleepover!
Our heroes are having a sleepover at Professor Kukui's house, and Professor Burnet agrees to join them. Everyone has a good time, but there are a couple of hiccups during a game of Z-Move poses.
S21.E6 ∙ Lilie and Silvady, the Resurrected Memory!
Lillie is now unable to touch Pokemon again and so Faba kidnaps her so he can try to make her remember those memories again. Meanwhile Gladion scolds Ash for bringing Lillie to him but soon comes under attack from Faba too.
S21.E7 ∙ Sauboh's Counterattack! The Kidnapped Hoshigumo!!
Faba has released Lillie from his demented control but isn't ready to give up yet. Whilst Ash and the others do their regular schoolwork, Faba waits till the time is right and goes after Nebby.
S21.E8 ∙ Lively Lilie! A Determined Runaway!!
Having seen their mother Lusamine being taken away by an Ultra Beast both Lillie and Gladion run away from home in order to find where she was gone while Ash heads to Hala's home to find out what has happened to Nebby.
S21.E9 ∙ Revealing the Stuff of Legend!
Our heroes are determined to rescue Lusamine, and help is coming from unexpected and astounding sources.
S21.E10 ∙ Rescuing the Unwilling
Ash and the others have passed through the Ultra Wormhole thanks to Solgaleo's powers. The place they eventually arrive is the world the Ultra Beasts live in. They make an attempt to rescue Lusamine, but the Pokémon that have been put under the Ultra Beasts' control stand in their way.
S21.E11 ∙ Shine, Z-Power Ring! Super Full-Force 10,000,000 Volts!!
With Lusamine still under control from the Ultra Beasts and with time running out Ash, Lillie and Gladion must think of a solution fast before all hope is gone.
S21.E12 ∙ Thank You, Solgaleo! Our Hoshigumo!!
With Lusamine and everyone now safe, they all head back home welcomed by many. On the very same night Professor Kukui tells Ash something very important.
S21.E13 ∙ The Strong Sleeper, Nekkoara's Secret!
Samson Oak tells everyone the story of how he first met Komala and a surprising but all too familiar face from Kanto plans to ruin it's long deep slumber.
S21.E14 ∙ Rotom, Can't Stop the Form Change!
Ash and professors leave the house to go to the shop.
S21.E16 ∙ Mao and Suiren, the Bittersweet Memories!
Harper and Sarah tell Lana that a Pokémon saved them after they got lost in the woods, Mallow remembers the same thing happened to her and Lana when they were younger. The two friends decide it's time to find this Pokémon.
S21.E17 ∙ Lilie Soars Through the Air! The PokéSled Jump Tournament!!
The Pokémon School students, Professor Kukui, and Kahuna Hala are visiting Mount Lanakila on Ula'ula Island, where they meet Cerah, a star of the Pokémon Sled Jump event.
S21.E18 ∙ Set Off! Our Ultra Guardians!!
Lusamine gives our heroes their first assignment as members of the Ultra Guardians: catch an Ultra Beast named Buzzwole, who emerged from an Ultra Wormhole on Melemele Island.
S21.E19 ∙ The Evil Nyarth is an Alolan Nyarth!?
When Team Rocket encounters an Alolan Meowth, Jessie and James admire its clever demeanor-but our Meowth knows from experience that this lookalike is only looking out for number one.
S21.E20 ∙ Blaze, Nyabby! Overthrow Gaogaen!!
Visiting the Battle Royal Dome, Ash's Litten is excited to meet Incineroar who battles Litten but Litten is soon defeated, causing Ash and Litten to train hard.
S21.E21 ∙ Turning Heads and Training Hard!
The mysterious Masked Royal and his partner Incineroar star in the Battle Royal, an Alolan tradition in which four Pokémon battle until the last one standing is the winner.
S21.E23 ∙ Love at First Twirl!
Our heroes are about to welcome an unexpected addition into the family - unexpected in so many delightful ways.
S21.E24 ∙ Real Life... Inquire Within!
Nurse Joy is feeling a bit under the weather today, but we know just the heroes to help her out.
S21.E25 ∙ Rise and Shine, Starship!
A potential disaster threatens the future of the Alola region, but the Ultra Guardians are ready, willing, and able to deal with it.
S21.E26 ∙ The Young Flame Strikes Back!
The survival of Kiawe's family farm may be at stake, but our heroes are up to the challenge!
S21.E27 ∙ Dewpider Ascending!
There are lots of interesting Pokémon for our heroes to discover in Alola, and the one they meet today is no exception!
S21.E28 ∙ Sours for the Sweet!
There's a big baking competition coming up in Alola, and a surprising participant is joining in on the fun!
S21.E29 ∙ Why Not Give Me a Z-Ring Sometime?
When James's Mareanie learns a Dark-type move, Team Rocket realizes this could be their chance to put their Dark-type Z-Crystal to good use. The Boss sends them to Ula'ula Island to get a Z-Ring from the kahuna, who's a former associate.
S21.E30 ∙ Tough Guy Trials!
Ash can't contain his excitement as he arrives on Ula'ula Island for his next grand trial.
S21.E31 ∙ Some Kind of Laziness!
Thanks to Acerola's help, Ash arrives at the Ruins of Abundance, home of the Ula'ula Island Guardian Tapu Bulu.
S21.E32 ∙ A Battle Hand-Off!
Ash has been training hard, preparing for his rematch against Nanu on Ula'ula Island. But when he tells the kahuna he's ready, Nanu has another idea.
S21.E33 ∙ Guiding an Awakening!
Following Ash's victory at the Abandoned Thrifty Megamart, Ula'ula Island Kahuna Nanu agrees to battle him in a grand trial. But there's a catch - Ash must defeat three of Nanu's Pokémon using only one of his.
S21.E34 ∙ Twirling With a Bang!
Ash is back on Melemele Island, watching a fireworks display with his Pokémon School classmates.
S21.E35 ∙ Showering the World with Love!
The Pokémon School students visit Hokulani Observatory.
S21.E36 ∙ Not Caving Under Pressure!
A surprising show of determination leads to a happy outcome for many-in many different ways!
S21.E37 ∙ A Young Royal Flame Ignites!
A rule-breaking battle between the Masked Royal and the Revengers.
S21.E38 ∙ All They Want to do is Dance, Dance!
A rousing Pokémon School class project has everyone out of their chairs, and out on the floor!
S21.E39 ∙ Dummy, You Shrunk the Kids!
When Faba appoints himself professor for the day at the Pokémon School, an unexpected event shows that big adventures can come in small packages.
S21.E40 ∙ The Shape Love to Come!
While out shopping, Ash meets a talented artist named Mina, whose partner Ribombee has an amazing power: it can tell what people and Pokémon are feeling.
S21.E42 ∙ I Choose Paradise!
Everyone's enjoying their vacation until Team Rocket shows up.
S21.E43 ∙ Filling the Light with Darkness!
Ash and his friends deal with the unusually cloudy sky.
S21.E44 ∙ Full Moon and Many Arms!
A mysterious creature has emerged from an Ultra Wormhole and now appears to be threatening Alola, but our heroes are ready to do anything they can to help.
S21.E45 ∙ The Prism Between Light and Darkness!
Our heroes are on a mission to rescue Solgaleo from UB Black's clutches, and what a mission it is turning out to be.
S21.E46 ∙ Connect to the Future! The Legend of the Radiant One!!
The Ultra Guardians are on a mission to save Poipole's world, and everyone and everything depends on them.
S21.E47 ∙ It's a Pikachu Outbreak! The Pikachu Valley!!
Ash and his friends discover Pikachu Valley.
S21.E48 ∙ Kukui's Desperate Situation! Another Royal Mask!!
It's time for the Masked Royal to face his old rival in the ring, but first, there are a few obstacles to be dealt with.
S22.E1 ∙ The Hero Lilliel and the Alolan Cane!
The Pokémon School class is putting on a play with more twists and turns than they could ever expect!
S22.E2 ∙ A Haunted House For Everyone!
Harper and Sarah are excited to visit a haunted house, and they end up having a bit too much fun!
S22.E3 ∙ Sparking Confusion!
Some unusual activity is occurring around Wela Volcano, but the Ultra Guardians are on the case!
S22.E4 ∙ Don't Ignore The Small Stufful!
While Ash runs an errand to Aether Paradise, a certain trio of troublemakers sets out to catch Pokémon there!
S22.E5 ∙ No Stone Unturned!
A chance meeting with another Trainer gives Ash and Rowlet new battle experiences they never imagined!
S22.E6 ∙ Bright Lights, Big Changes!
Rotom Dex's love of the hit TV show Alolan Detective Laki produces some unexpected results!
S22.E7 ∙ We Know Where You're Going, Eevee!
An ocean-loving Eevee has traveled many miles...and where one journey ends, another is about to begin!
S22.E8 ∙ Battling The Beast Within!
A spur-of-the-moment battle with Tapu Koko results in an unexpected, unbelievable journey for Ash and Pikachu!
S22.E9 ∙ Parallel Friendships!
Our heroes are grappling with an Alola region in a parallel world-and they've appeared just in time to help save it!
S22.E10 ∙ Alola, Alola!
At the start of their break, the Pokémon School students have visitors-and Ash can't believe his eyes!
S22.E11 ∙ Heart of Fire, Heart of Stone!
Misty and Brock continue to enjoy their Alola region vacation, but there are some who would like that to stop.
S22.E12 ∙ That's Some Spicy Island Research!
Our heroes are visiting Poni Island for their school research projects, but they're not the only ones with big plans.
S22.E13 ∙ Showdown on Poni Island!
Ash's research project is all about battling, but who will that battling involve?
S22.E14 ∙ Evolving Research!
As the Pokémon School class continues their research projects on Poni Island, Sophocles and Lana have some big surprises in store!
S22.E16 ∙ Memories in the Mist!
A visit to Hapu's farm envelops our heroes in an experience they will never forget
S22.E17 ∙ A Grand Debut!
The Pokémon School students have one more research project to complete, and it's sure to generate excitement and electricity for everyone!
S22.E18 ∙ Keeping Your Eyes on Ball!
The Pokémon School class meets a talented Pokémon Golfer named Kahili and her Toucannon, Touckey.
S22.E20 ∙ Got Meltan?
After analyzing the data collected by Rotom Dex, Professor Oak confirms the mysterious Pokémon is indeed a new species, which he's named Meltan.
S22.E21 ∙ This Magik Moment!
An appearance on a TV quiz show leads our heroes into a world they only dreamed of.
S22.E23 ∙ The Dealer of Destruction!
Guzma, the leader of Team Skull arrives with a plan to finish Kukui and his dreams of making his league off. Ash challenges him to a tough battle where it seems that Guzma and Golisopod may have the upper hand.
S22.E24 ∙ The Secret Princess!
An emotional look into the past reveals astounding people and places, and nothing will ever be the same again!
S22.E25 ∙ Drawn with the Wind!
Our heroes' visit to a popular tourist attraction ends up being anything but a breeze!
S22.E27 ∙ A High-Speed Awakening!
Sophocles and Vikavolt are entering a Vikavolt race. When they arrive, Sophocles learns that his rival Horacio is also competing with his newly evolved Vikavolt.
S22.E28 ∙ The One That Didn't Get Away!
What starts as an ordinary fishing expedition turns into a much bigger adventure than anyone could have imagined.
S22.E29 ∙ A Recipe for Success!
When Mallow sets out on a routine errand, little does she know she'll return with much more than she ever dreamed of.
S22.E30 ∙ Spying for the Big Guy!
Giovanni's secretary Matori drops by Alola to see how Jessie and James are doing but Jessie is less than impressed to see her.
S22.E31 ∙ A Fiery Training Camp Trick!
Excitement is building for the upcoming Alola Pokémon League, and the Pokémon School class is ready to train.
S22.E32 ∙ Living on the Cutting Edge!
Someone's been slicing and dicing objects all over Melemele Island: a cabbage at Mallow's Family Restaurant gets chopped up, a golden Viren statue is cut in half, and the trees in Lillie's yard are shaped into perfect topiaries.
S22.E33 ∙ A Timeless Encounter!
While Ash and his Pokémon train for the upcoming Alola Pokémon League, they accidentally startle a nearby Celebi. The Mythical Pokémon flees back in time and brings Ash and Torracat with it.
S22.E34 ∙ Pikachu's Exciting Adventure!
After returning to the present day, Ash and Torracat reunite with Pikachu, Lycanroc, Rowlet, and Meltan - who are all covered in dirt. It turns out the Pokémon had been searching for Ash and Torracat after the pair's sudden disappearance.
S22.E35 ∙ Chasing Memories, Creating Dreams!
Professor Kukui has finally realized his dream of establishing the Alola Pokémon League, and he's excited to welcome everyone to the dedication of the brand-new Manalo Stadium.
S22.E36 ∙ The Curtain Rises! The Alola Pokémon League!!
Ash and his friends sail to Manalo Stadium.
S22.E37 ∙ The Great Fray! Battle Royal 151!!
Ash and his friends join the other Alola League participants.
S22.E38 ∙ Mao and Suiren! Super Full-Force Friendship Battle!!
The Alola Pokémon League is down to 16 competitors, and Ash and Faba are set to battle.
S22.E39 ∙ Musashi VS Kojiro! Battlefield of Truth and Love!!
Sophocles follows Ash's advice.
S22.E40 ∙ Overcome Junaiper!
Rowlet is determined to battle Decidueye in Ash's Alola Pokémon League quarterfinals match against Hau, but first it needs some additional training.
S22.E41 ∙ Battling on the Wing!
The Alola Pokémon League quarterfinals continue at a lightning pace, and Ash and Rowlet are in the midst of their battle with Hau and Decidueye.
S22.E42 ∙ The Road to the Semifinals!
As the Alola Pokémon League quarterfinals rage on, Kiawe and Charizard face off against Sophocles and Vikavolt in the third battle.
S22.E43 ∙ The Final Four!
Four Trainers are ready to compete in the Alola Pokémon League semifinals.
S22.E44 ∙ Getting Down to the Ire!
The first match of the Alola Pokémon League semifinals.
S22.E45 ∙ The Wisdom Not to Run!
The second half of the Alola Pokémon League semifinals.
S22.E46 ∙ Final Rivals!
The Alola Pokémon League finals are underway, with Ash facing off against Gladion.
S22.E47 ∙ Birth! The Alola Champion!!
The Alola Pokémon League races toward the finish line.
S22.E48 ∙ Z-Move Showdown!
Just as the Champion of the Alola Pokémon League is crowned, an Ultra Wormhole opens above the stadium, and an angry Guzzlord appears.
S22.E49 ∙ Exhibition Unmasked!!
The exhibition match between Ash and Professor Kukui begins.
S22.E50 ∙ A Full Battle Bounty!
The Alola Pokémon League's exhibition match continues with a dizzying array of Pokémon.
S23.E1 ∙ Pikachu is Born!
Four years prior to the day he began his Pokémon journey, a six-year-old Ash rushes downstairs to show his mother a poster advertising Professor Oak's Pokémon camp. Seeing her son's enthusiasm, Delia agrees to sign him up but admits he will have to get himself up and make his own way since she has things to do. Meanwhile, in the forested outskirts of Pallet Town, a young Pichu observes his surroundings.
S23.E2 ∙ Satoshi and Go, Let's Go by Lugia!
While Ash travels with his Mother and Professor Oak, Go awaits a special encounter with a legendary Pokemon. Little do these two boys know, their first adventure together is about to begin.
S23.E3 ∙ Fushigisou, Isn't it Mysterious?
Professor Cerise asks Ash and Goh to investigate the sudden appearance of Ivysaur in Vermillion City, but the two researchers disagree on their methods.
S23.E4 ∙ Let's Go to the Galar Region! An Encounter with Hibanny!!
Ash and Goh head to the Galar region on assignment. During their stopover, some Pokémon steal Ash's backpack--with Ash and Goh's train tickets inside.
S23.E5 ∙ Kabigon Became Gigantic!? The Mystery of Daimax!!
Once they get off the train, Ash and Goh set out on the hunt for Dynamax Pokémon. Meanwhile, a Scorbunny is hot on their trail.
S23.E6 ∙ Catch a Lot of Pokémon! The Path to Mew!!
After learning more about the Pokédex functions on their Rotom Phones from Prefessor Cerise, Ash and Goh head out to catch some local Pokémon.
S23.E7 ∙ The Hoenn Region, Site of Fierce Fights! The Battle Frontier Challenge!!
Ash and Goh travel to the Hoenn region, where Ash has entered Goh into the Battle Frontier Flute Cup. Their first opponents are Hodge and his Hariyama.
S23.E8 ∙ Don't Lose, Pochama! The Drift Ice Race in the Sinnoh Region!!
After the teams finds an exhausted Piplup, they set out for Snowpoint City in the Sinnoh region to reunite it with its trainer. Team Rocket follows.
S23.E9 ∙ The Promise We Made That Day! The Ho-Oh Legend of the Johto Region!!
The internet is full of reports that legendary Pokémon Ho-Oh has been seen in the Johto region. The researchers head to Ecruteak City to check it out.
S23.E10 ∙ The Dragonite Paradise and the Dragonair Ordeal!!
After a ship's captain reports being saved by a Dragonite, Goh and Ash set out in search of the Dragonite island that they believe exists...somewhere.
S23.E11 ∙ Koharu, Wanpachi and Sometimes Gangar Too
While the laboratory staff deal with a mysterious power outage, Chloe contemplates her future and her relationship with Pokémon.
S23.E12 ∙ Dynamax Battle! Leon, The Greatest of Them All!!
Professor Cerise gives Ash and Goh tickets to the World Coronation Series finals in the Galar region, where the strongest trainers battle for glory.
S23.E13 ∙ Ash VS Leon! The Path to Power!!
Ash and his Gigantamax Pikachu save the World Coronation Series from a Gigantamax Drednaw. As a reward, Leon allows Ash to battle him.
S23.E14 ∙ The First Visit to the Unova Region! Raid Battle at the Ruins!!
Ash and Goh encounter difficulties when exploring a ruined city in the Teselia region.
S23.E15 ∙ It's a Snowy Day, And Where is Cubone's Bone?
Goh goes back home to find a Cubone who has its bone stolen and wants to help it. Ash tries to give back Goh's present for his parents.
S23.E16 ∙ Ash Has Been Cursed...!
A prankster Gengar has been haunting the Cerise Laboratory for many years. Now aware of the power of Ash and Pikachu, Gengar decides to curse Ash.
S23.E17 ∙ Scorbunny, Use Your Flaming Kick! Face Tomorrow!!
Scorbunny tries to learn a fire attack, which causes friction with Goh, who just wants Scorbunny to keep using the attacks they're familiar with.
S23.E18 ∙ Ash Takes Part! The Pokémon World Championships!!
Ash wants to increase his rank online, which takes him back to Vermilion City.
S23.E19 ∙ I Am Ditto!
A Ditto with a case of stage fright gets some help from the most unlikely of sources.
S23.E20 ∙ Go Towards Your Dream! Ash and Go!!
Ash and Goh participate in an orientation course as teachers, but their respective goals keep them distracted from teaching the students.
S23.E21 ∙ Hit Your Mark, Aura! Ash and the Mysterious Egg!!
While Battling another trainer, Ash feels a strange sensation. Later on, he and Goh find an unhatched Pokémon egg, and Ash is convinced it was meant for him. After Nurse Joy allows Ash to return home with the egg, he is awoken to see a strange glow radiating from the egg...
S23.E22 ∙ Farewell, Raboot!
Goh's and Raboot's strained friendship is put to the test during a research trip to the Hoenn region.
S23.E23 ∙ A Massive Panic! Sakuragi Park!!
When the Pokémon on Cerise's Laboratory grow hungrier than usual, Ash and Goh suspect it's because someone is stealing their food supply.
S23.E24 ∙ A Little Rocket R&R!
Team Rocket takes a few days off for a little R&R, but they keep crashing onto Ash and Goh who are searching for a giant Pokémon.
S23.E25 ∙ A Battle Festival Exploding With Life! VS Mega Lucario!!
While visiting the Kalos region, Ash reunites with Korrina, for a rematch against her Lucario.
S23.E26 ∙ Jump! Koiking/Put it On! Yadoking
Goh enters his Magikarp in a jumping competition.
S23.E27 ∙ Legends of Heroes! Dande's Greatest Battle!!
Ash and Goh attend to one of the tournaments in the Galar region. This will further encourage Ash to strengthen his team.
S23.E28 ∙ Sobbing Messon
After meeting a Sobble, Goh catches it. When he used it for a battle, he lost it and have to find it back.
S23.E29 ∙ Electrifying Jealousy! Wanpachi's Feelings
Yamper finds an injured Pidove and brings it to the Cerise family to treat it until its trainer arrives. Then Yamper becomes jealous from the Cerises giving Pidove more attention than it. Chloe then gets reminded of the time when she gets jealous of Yamper getting more attention than her.
S23.E30 ∙ The Reluctant Pikachu and the Exasperated Barrierd
Pikachu starts to become jealous when Ash gives Riolu training sessions instead of him. After Delia took a trip to meet Ash, Pikachu intends to go back to Pallet Town with Mimey tailing him.
S23.E31 ∙ Hinbass and the Beautiful Scale
Ash and Goh help Jinny participate in a talent show for water type Pokémon.
S23.E32 ∙ Celebi: A Timeless Promise
A family road trip takes Goh down memory lane, to when he made his first friend.
S23.E33 ∙ Would You Like To Do a Pokémon Trade?
Ash and Goh attend a Pokémon trading event, where Goh is offered to exchange his Pinsir for a Heracross.
S23.E34 ∙ The Solitary Fighter Saito! The Threatening Otosupus!!
While visiting Saffron city, Ash and Goh drop by the Dojo, where Ash faces against Bea, a Gym Leader from Galar.
S23.E35 ∙ I'll Get You, Pikachu!!
Ash and Goh go to an area overrunning with Pikachus so Goh can catch one for himself.
S23.E36 ∙ Satoshi and Go, Crawl Up From the Sand Hell!
Ash and Goh go into a sandstorm to find out what causes it.
S23.E37 ∙ I'm Back! Nice to Meet You, Alola!
Ash and Goh go to the Alola Region to reunite with Ash's friends and Pokémon there.
S23.E38 ∙ The Colossal Restoration and the Fossil Pokémon!
Ash, Goh and Chloe go to the museum of Fossil Pokémon to discover some Fossil Pokémon.
S23.E39 ∙ Satoshi VS Saitou! Overcome Octopus Hold!
Ash and Goh go to the Johto Region so Ash can have a rematch with Bea.
S23.E40 ∙ VS Thunder! A Legendary Raid Battle!!
Ash and Goh look through a huge storm in the sky, meeting Zapdos along the way.
S23.E41 ∙ The Great Pikachu Dubbing Operation!/Half, Numacraw.
Team Rocket try to decipher what Pikachu may be saying through the recordings while Meowth is sick. / Ash and Goh find a Marshtomp stuck in dried soil and has to get it out.
S23.E42 ∙ Sword & Shield I: Slumbering Forest
Ash and Goh return to Galar to investigate reports of Pokémon Dynamaxing in unusual locations. When their train stops due to fog, they disembark and get separated.
S23.E43 ∙ Sword & Shield II: Black Night
While Ash and Leon battle the rampaging Dynamax Pokémon, Goh and Sonia seek answers about the legends of Galar and the Darkest Day.
S23.E44 ∙ Sword & Shield III - Mugendina
As Goh and Sonia unravel the mysteries of Galar's hero legend, Leon suspects Chairman Rose is up to no good.
S23.E45 ∙ Sword & Shield IV: The Ultimate Sword and Shield
Chairman Rose is determined to use the destructive Legendary Pokémon Eternatus to produce unlimited energy, and Ash and Goh are battling hard to stop that from happening.
S23.E46 ∙ Battling & Getting! The Revival of Mewtwo
Ash and Goh go to a remote island to search for Mew.
S23.E47 ∙ Pokémon Champion! Gluttony King Decision Battle!!
Ash, Goh and Team Rocket compete in the food-eating contest for Pokemon.
S23.E48 ∙ A Close Call with Practically Pikachu!
Team Rocket create a plan to use Practically Pikachu as a decoy to capture Pikachu while Ash and Goh are distracted from eating their food.
S24.E1 ∙ Koharu and the Mysterious Mysterious Eievui!
Eevee escapes from its lab to meet Chloe.
S24.E2 ∙ Galar's Fossils! Stick 'em Together!!
Ash and Goh head to the Wild Area in the Galar Region to learn about Fossil Pokémon, and how to revive them from their remains.
S24.E4 ∙ Agricultural Experience! Where is Digda!?
Ash, Goh, and Chloe go to the farm to fix its Diglett infestation.
S24.E5 ∙ Get the Legend?! Find the Guardian Water Deity Suicune!!
Ash and Goh finds a Suicune in danger from Pokemon hunters.
S24.E6 ∙ Messon in Possible!
Ash and Goh go to a movie production to have Sobble meet Inteleon to increase its confidence.
S24.E7 ∙ The Tale of You and Me in Luminous Maze Forest
Upon finding a book about Galarian Legends, Ash, Chloe and Goh travel to the Luminous Maze Forest, where Chloe has an encounter with an injured Galarian Rapidash.
S24.E11 ∙ Lost Sarunori! Who is the Trainer!?
Goh finds a Grookey attached to him and has to find its trainer.
S24.E14 ∙ Damp Jimereon
Sobble evolves to Drizzile. Goh needs to find out why it is isolating itself from others.
S24.E16 ∙ The Detested Absol!
Ash and Goh venture to investigated a series of strange events happening in Hoenn.. and a mischievous fiend appears.
S24.E17 ∙ Dragon Battle! Satoshi vs. Iris!!
An invitation from an old friend has Ash really excited and looking toward the Pokémon World Coronation Series with renewed determination.
S24.E18 ∙ Flabebe's White Flower
Ash and Goh travel to Kalos to find a replacement flower for their white-flower Flabébé.
S24.E19 ∙ Suspect Pikachu!?
Ash and Goh have to find the Pokémon responsible for stealing all the electricity to prove Pikachu's innocence.
S24.E21 ∙ Watch Over My First Errand!
Goh and Chloe want to test how responsible their Eevee and Grookey are with their errands to bring Professor Cerise's medicine back to the lab.
S24.E24 ∙ Shuffle Panic in the Underground Labyrinth!?
Ash, Goh, Chloe, Team Rocket, and their Pokémon are separated by an underground tunnel.
S24.E26 ∙ Darkrai - A Midsummer Night's Dream
A Midsummer Night's Light is the 75th episode of Pokémon Journeys: The Series, and the 1,160th episode of the Pokémon anime. It first aired in Japan on July 30, 2021and in the United States on January 21, 2022.
S24.E27 ∙ Cresselia - A Midsummer Night's Light
Ash and Dawn have finally reunited, but their celebration is short lived as Matori's elite crew attempt to kidnap the mythical Cresselia.
S24.E29 ∙ Super Electromagnetic Hyper Class Battle!
As Ash gets closer to the Master Class, he has to face much stronger opponents - starting with an old friend, Sinnoh's strongest gym leader: Volkner.
S24.E35 ∙ The Py That Became A Star
Ash and Goh meet Cynthia, and they team up to help a town trapped in darkness - and a little girl who misses her Pokémon.
S24.E36 ∙ Lucarionite! Adventure on Mega Island!!
Korrina, a fierce Kalos gym leader, invites Ash and Goh to visit the mysterious Mega Island. All sorts of challenges await him there, at the reward of reaching the full potential of Lucario.
S24.E38 ∙ Mega Evolution vs. Gigantamax
Satoshi's biggest battle against Bea reaches it's climax, as they both decide to fight with their full power.
S25.E15 ∙ Eievui and Nymphia! Encounters and Reunions!!
While our heroes continue to pursue their goals, an old friend of Ash's appears to help Chloe discover hers.
S25.E16 ∙ A New Program! The Rocket Gang Undercover Kingdom Radio!!
Jessie and James start a radio program to get new members but they have no listeners, so they revamp it to try to make it more interesting..
S25.E19 ∙ VS Kibana! Battle for Masters Eight!!
With the Masters 8 tournament approaching, Ash has one last hurdle before reaching the top ranks of the Coronation Series - Raihan.
S25.E23 ∙ The Last Mission! Catch Regieleki and Regidrago!!
Go sets out on his final project mew trial mission in hopes of becoming a chaser.
S25.E24 ∙ Training Battle of Flames! Satoshi VS Shinji!!
Ash reunites with an old rival to get special training before the Masters 8 Tournament begins.
S25.E25 ∙ Opening! Masters Tournament!!
The Masters 8 Tournament begins, with Leon battling Alain in the first round.
S25.E26 ∙ Champions' Pride! Wataru VS Carnet!!
Lance and Diantha engage in battle as the second matchup of the tournament.
S25.E27 ∙ VS Shirona! Iris' Road to Dragon Master
In the third battle of the Masters 8, Iris must give her all if she wants to defeat Cynthia.
S25.E28 ∙ Satoshi Heads Into Battle! VS Daigo!!
In order to defeat Leon, Ash will first have to face Steven Stone.
S25.E29 ∙ Koharu and Eievui - The Miracle of Evolution
Recapping Chloe's growth since her introduction.
S25.E30 ∙ Koharu and Eievui, the Possibilities are Endless!
The Cerise family take a camping trip. Chloe begins to grow curious about evolution.
S25.E31 ∙ The Climax Begins! Satoshi's Masters Tournament Experience!
Recapping the first rounds of the Masters Eight Tournament.
S25.E32 ∙ The Semifinals I: Overwhelming Victory
Before Ash faces Cynthia, Diantha battles Leon in the first round of the semifinals.
S25.E33 ∙ The Semifinals II: Dazzle
Ash ends up facing Cynthia, using all 6 of his current Pokemon team. Cynthia ends up proving how tough she is and has a strategy to take down one of Ash's best Pokemon.
S25.E34 ∙ The Semifinals III: Valor
Although Ash is at a disadvantage, he continues to fight relentlessly against Cynthia.
S25.E35 ∙ The Semifinals IV: Impact
When Cynthia used an unexpected trump card, Ash is caught off guard by Cynthia's unexpected decision to use Dynamax. Despite having one Pokémon left, Ash is determined to win.
S25.E36 ∙ GO FOR DREAM! Go's Road to Mew!!
Recap episode of Goh's journey, and Project Mew.
S25.E37 ∙ Go and Aceburn! The Place of Beginning!!
The day prior to the finals, Ash and Goh are shown something important by Leon, before reuniting with some old friends of Cinderace.
S25.E38 ∙ Climax! The Night Before the Decisive Battle! Satoshi VS Dande!!
Recap of the semifinals of the Masters Tournament.
S25.E39 ∙ The Finals I: Torrent
Ash and Leon begin their battle. However, Leon proposes an unexpected change of rules, stating that he wants to see Ash's full power.
S25.E40 ∙ The Finals II: Toy Around
Ash and Leon are down one Pokémon each, with Leon's current Pokémon, Mr. Rime, having set up an icy battlefield infused with Psychic Terrain to give it the advantage.
S25.E41 ∙ The Finals III: The Strongest
While Ash is in the lead in terms of remaining Pokémon, his team members are getting exhausted from the fighting they've already done. Meanwhile in Hammerlocke, Professor Magnolia witnesses a shocking turn of events.
S25.E42 ∙ The Finals IV: Partner
With the entire world watching, Ash's climactic battle with Leon reaches an unexpected conclusion.
S25.E43 ∙ Project Mew
While Ash and Leon's battle in the Masters Eight Tournament finals rages on, Goh and the other Project Mew members are heading for Faraway Island to begin their search for Mew.
S25.E44 ∙ Seize the Future!
The Chasers of Project Mew, split into two groups during their exploration of Faraway Island, now face a Groudon and a Kyogre.
S25.E45 ∙ Pokémon! I'm Glad I Got to Meet You!
Following Ash's battle in the finals of the Masters Eight Tournament and his own experience meeting Mew, Goh makes the decision to set out on a new journey.
S25.E46 ∙ Ash and Goh! Embark on a New Journey!
Ash and Goh are taken on one last trip across the skies with Lugia, reaffirming their decisions to travel the vast world of Pokémon on a never-ending path to learn and meet more of them.
S25.E47 ∙ Winds of Beginning! The Endless Road!!
Ash and Pikachu resume their travels, going where the wind blows with no clear destination.
S25.E48 ∙ Satoshi VS Kasumi! Seaside Battle One-on-One!!
Ash and Pikachu's journey has led them to a rocky seashore, where they meet Misty and decide to hold a fishing battle.
S25.E49 ∙ Takeshi and Dent and the Forest Witch!
Ash, Pikachu and Misty's journey has led them to Stow-on-Side in Galar, where they reunite with Brock and CIlan, who have been travelling Galar together.
S25.E50 ∙ Tunbear's Sigh!
Ash and his friends have arrived to watch the famous Magikarp waterfall climb, but upon reaching the waterfall they find out that it has frozen over.
