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==thank you==
Thank you for the kind greetings. I came and joined this wiki comunity to help with the "Pokemon + Nobunagas Ambition" game. I am a huge fan of KOEI and their games, and while i dont know much about pokemon outside the cartoons, i thought i could help by proving information regarding the human characters in the upcoming crossover game

I hope i can be of service [[User:Ixbran|Ixbran]] 07:35, 14 January 2012 (UTC)

==I have a question==
First of all thank you for the nice greeting, I apreciate it.
Also I noticed that on your page it said your favorite Pokemon was Evee. I would like to add my favorite Pokemon (Chandelure) to my page, how can I do that?
[[User:Chandelure1166|Carson]] 07:15, 23 January 2012 (UTC)
:You're welcome! Do you mean the little tag on my page? First you have to make some edits to the mainspace, so you can gain the ability to create and edit your userpage. Don't ask me how many, I don't know. Once you can do that, add <code><nowiki>{{Template:User Favorite|609|Chandelure}}</nowiki></code> to your page. For more information, look {{bp|Usertag|here}}. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 07:28, 23 January 2012 (UTC)

==Thank you==
Yes, the tag is very nice, and thanks for letting me know!
[[User:Chandelure1166|Carson]] 07:49, 23 January 2012 (UTC)

==I can't find the mainspace==
Sorry if I am bothering you, but I am new to Bulbapedia. Is there a link somwhere?
[[User:Chandelure1166|Carson]] 08:02, 23 January 2012 (UTC)
:You're not bothering me at all. "Mainspace" refers to most Bulbapedia pages that don't start with "talk:" or "user:". For example, the edit you made to {{p|Axew}}'s article counts as a mainspace edit. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 08:08, 23 January 2012 (UTC)
==it still will not let me edit my userpage==
By the way I'm glad i'm not bothering you, I don't like to do that to people
[[User:Chandelure1166|Carson]] 08:22, 23 January 2012 (UTC)
:You'll need to make several mainspace edits before you are able to edit your userpage. I don't know the exact number, but it is several. By the way, you don't need to create a new header every time you add to a talkpage. You can just click the "edit" button next to the header where the conversation started. You really only need to make a new header when starting a new conversation. {{unsigned|Crystal Talian}}
:Thanks, I will go make some edits now.
Also I was making a new header every time becuase I didn't know how to reply at that time
[[User:Chandelure1166|Chandelure1166]] 08:39, 23 January 2012 (UTC)
::No problem! And I figured it was something like that. I was just letting you know. =3 [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 08:43, 23 January 2012 (UTC)

==Can you help me?==
Hello Crystal! I don't know If you remember me cause I joined maybe four months ago or longer but I was one of the users you welcomed. Since bulbapedia is so big and I'm a sotr of new user, I'm not exactly sure what to edit (I actually joined just to help with the tyrouge page due to the fact where tyrouge was wasn't completely said). So I was sort of wondering if you possibly have a simple easy task I could do to help out the wiki?
--[[User:Minor Notes|Minor Notes]] 23:00, 2 June 2012 (UTC)

==Just one last question==
Hello, Crystal! Thanks for the suggestion of what to do. I just have one last question: for the trainer classes would it be possible to put a appearance section? I mostly noticed appearance is basically only used for pokemon and not for the human characters but I looked at another stub for a trainer class and it listed a appearance for both characters but it was in the section where game information was usually located. Well thanks for your help, bye!

== Urgent ==

Hello Crystal Talian, please check your e-mail{{tt|*|the one which you used to register on Bulbapedia}} as soon as possible, awaiting for your reply. Thank you. ♫♪ [[User:Adyniz|'''エイデ''']][[User talk:Adyniz|'''ィニズ''']] ♪♫ 10:47, 1 July 2012 (UTC)

== Signature move ==

Where is the problem? KyleRGiggs 09:01, 12 July 2012 (UTC)
:Wait until Force Fire replies to your question before reverting him. However, I believe the problem is that this is a move tutor move. It wasn't that only Blastoise could learn, but that the tutor refused to teach it to anyone else. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 09:02, 12 July 2012 (UTC)
::I am not reverting him actually, please check what I revert. KyleRGiggs 09:13, 12 July 2012 (UTC)
:::Hitting "undo" is reverting. I did check before I said anything. However, the issue appears to have been resolved now. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 09:18, 12 July 2012 (UTC)

== Using templates ==

Instead of copying the code of the template Protect, simply write the template as such: <nowiki>{{Protect}}</nowiki>. [[User:Ht14|'''''ht''''']][[User talk:Ht14|''14'']] 21:36, 1 August 2012 (UTC)
:I thought I did? I didn't copy the code, at least. I wasn't sure what the what the template code was, so I mimicked the way you call a welcome template. I guess the "subst" was unnecessary. Ah, well. Noted. Thank you. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 21:39, 1 August 2012 (UTC)
::Subst is only used for Welcome  template. :) All other templates do not use subst. [[User:Ht14|'''''ht''''']][[User talk:Ht14|''14'']] 21:40, 1 August 2012 (UTC)
:::Got it. I'll be sure to remember for next time. Thanks! [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 21:43, 1 August 2012 (UTC)
::::Sorry to butt in but, subst is usually used for message templates like <nowiki>{{subst:Userspace warning}}</nowiki> and <nowiki>{{subst:Preview button}}</nowiki>, not just for <nowiki>{{subst:Welcome}}</nowiki>. I beleive that subst is what signs those automatic message templates for you. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 23:12, 1 August 2012 (UTC)
:::::Yeah, I mentioned that. It's hidden, haha, but yeah, what Pokemaster97 said is true. [[User:Ht14|'''''ht''''']][[User talk:Ht14|''14'']] 23:32, 1 August 2012 (UTC)
::::::Derp, I didn't notice the hidden part sorry XD '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 23:38, 1 August 2012 (UTC)

== Then Let's Bring it Up With Staff ==

To the uneducated reader who knows nothing about Pokémon and is trying to decide which game to buy as their first, such entries as the one I attempted to correct can be very misleading. Anyone looking at the Butterfree or Metapod articles can easily see at the top of the article that it evolves from Caterpie, but cannot catch it in Black; however, the text in cases like Metapod suggests that a player who wants a Butterfree HAS to play White, and cannot trade the Pokémon from Black, thus requiring a player who wants to catch Reshiram (that was my deciding factor, I wanted the white legendary) to purchase White instead. This is completely misleading to an uneducated reader, and it is wrong to assume that everyone will understand that you can still evolve it in Black. After all, clicking a Caterpie link from Metapod's page already shows you can only catch Caterpie in White.

This is a task I'm willing to undertake myself as well, I'm just trying to establish a correct precedent. The existing one is entirely flawed. [[User:CycloneGU|CycloneGU]] ([[User talk:CycloneGU|talk]]) 01:04, 9 August 2012 (UTC)
:I understand your concern, and I agree that it is a good point. The next time I have the chance to talk with staff, I will bring up your point, and we will let you know when a decision is made on the subject. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 01:10, 9 August 2012 (UTC)

::Fair enough. Give me a heads-up on my talk page when that occurs; I constantly refer back to things here more often than anywhere else, so I'll see it. Let the staff know I'm willing to take this on myself as well, and if I do make an odd mistake somewhere, they're welcome to clean up after me where necessary. Hopefully that won't happen very often. =D [[User:CycloneGU|CycloneGU]] ([[User talk:CycloneGU|talk]]) 01:14, 9 August 2012 (UTC)
== thanks for the warm welcome ==
i wanted to thank you for welcoming me and i was wondering how to put those "this user ----" on my page and where to find them [[User:Maggiedroid|Maggiedroid]] ([[User talk:Maggiedroid|talk]]) 04:59, 13 August 2012 (UTC)
:First, you're welcome. =3 And do you mean the usertags? Well, first you need to do some editing so you can start your own userpage. Don't ask me how many edits you need to do, it's a hidden number. Anyway, once you do that, you can look {{bp|Usertag|here}} for information on usertags. Have fun! [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 06:06, 13 August 2012 (UTC)

== Name Translations ==

Hey Crystal Talian, I just saw your message and I just wanted to say, first, sorry about that, I'm not fluent in Japanese, and I was looking for something to edit, and I thought that I could do that by translating something from English to Japanese; second, that I didn't really know how the translations worked, which is why I translated the English names back into Japanese; and third, I don't own a Japanese copy of a Hoenn-based game (As I live in the US, and it's realtively hard to get one in and around where I live).The next time I edit a page on Bulbapedia, and any other site for that matter, I'll make sure I know what I'm doing before I start editing. I'll also make sure that the next I edit a page on the site, I'll make sure it will be not only tested personally, but also that it follows the conduct of Bulbapedia and that if it deals with another language that I'm not fluent in, I promise that I won't translate on this site until one of the following is true:
A) I'm fluent in that language (I'm currently fluent in only English, but I'm working on becoming fluent in German)
B) I use an offical site to translate (i.e. a govt. website)
or
C) If I'm thinking about editing, one of the above is true

I'll become fluent in any language, if needed. I am actually thinking about becoming fluent in Japanese, amongst a few other languages. One final thing, I wasn't really thinking about how the translating worked, especially with languages like English and Japanese, which have little to no connection. If you (Or another Bulbapedia staf member) have any problem with anything I edit, like this one, just feel free to edit that page back and tell me. Thanks for pointing that out, and telling me about how translating generally works. Thanks! [[User Talk:Grayglove|Grayglove]]
==A little help, please==
I have been creating battlefield sections for the kingdoms of Pokémon Conquest and would like to create a battlefield page. It looks like I now have the right to create pages, so could you please tell me a bit about creating them? Sorry to bother you. The editing help doesn't help. LOL! Either way, I would really appreciate it if you helped me out. [[User:Eeveewithwings123|Eeveewithwings123]] ([[User talk:Eeveewithwings123|talk]]) 21:50, 4 December 2012 (UTC)
:You're not bothering me at all. As far as getting a page started, all you have to do is run a search for the title of the page you want to make, and click the link to create the page. As far as the content for that page, I suggest you look over the other Conquest pages and how they are written and set up, and then maybe go over the {{bp|manual of style}}. Other than that, just go with your instincts. Good luck and have fun! [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 03:07, 5 December 2012 (UTC)

Umm... I've been too busy to do the page yet (and a bit scared, I know it's stupid to worry about it, I'm just not that good at codes and all), but what would you use for a suffix to show that the article is for the conquest games and not any others? Thanks in advance!--[[User:Eeveewithwings123|Eeveewithwings123]] ([[User talk:Eeveewithwings123|talk]]) 16:01, 21 January 2013 (UTC)
:Since we don't have any other battlefield pages, a suffix isn't needed to distinguish it. But if you're wanting to make a different page that will need a distinction, the suffix would be (Conquest). I don't think it would be needed for any pages at the moment, though. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 00:28, 22 January 2013 (UTC)

I've suddenly lost my ability to create pages... Why? [[User:Eeveewithwings123|Eeveewithwings123]] ([[User talk:Eeveewithwings123|talk]]) 14:24, 11 May 2013 (UTC)
:Can you tell me what the name of the page you're trying to create is? And what message it gives you when you try to create a page? You may be trying to create a page under a protected namespace. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 07:11, 12 May 2013 (UTC)

==A question==
Hello Crystal! I have a question and I thought you would probably be able to answer it. Can any user, including the ones that are admins or higher, use obscenities on their user pages? I was just sort of wondering since I found this bureaucrat, [[User:Darkeiya]], using a obscenity in a user box and that confused me since I thought Bulbapedia had rules against that.If you could answer my question I would greatly appreciate it. [[User:Minor Notes|Minor Notes]] ([[User talk:Minor Notes|talk]]) 03:51, 7 December 2012 (UTC)
:There are rules against it in mainspace articles. However, so long as it is within reason and not specifically directed at a person (or group of people), its allowed on userpages and talkpages. So long as it is not excessive, it's nothing to worry about. Thank you for your concern, though. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 04:35, 7 December 2012 (UTC)

Thankyou for answering my question. The obscenity is directed at a villian in the game so does that change it or is it just different if it is directed at a living person?[[User:Minor Notes|Minor Notes]] ([[User talk:Minor Notes|talk]]) 16:04, 7 December 2012 (UTC)
:Only a living person, as it would then be against the Code of Conduct. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 03:51, 8 December 2012 (UTC)
Thank you for answering my question yet again. Now take for instance the God the Christians believe is real and say that some one uses a obscenity and directs it at that God, would that have to be taken down since Christians believe He is real or would it simply be ignored since not everyone believes He is real?[[User:Minor Notes|Minor Notes]] ([[User talk:Minor Notes|talk]]) 23:38, 8 December 2012 (UTC)
:That would be offensive to a particular group of people, so that would not be allowed. To put it simply, swearing is okay in the userspace and talkpages so long as it is not offensive to a person or persons. So, if someone is swearing at at game, a game character, or nothing in particular, then that is fine. On the other hand, if someone is directing that obscenity at a person, people, entity, or concept that insults or offends someone, it would not be allowed. If you think that something you want to say might offend someone, then don't say it. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 04:44, 9 December 2012 (UTC)
Thank you for your help Crystal! I thought by leaving you a message you might get back to me the next month (since I have had dreadful experiences on talk pages for articles and I thought this would be the same) but I was very surprised that you got back to me in less then a day. Thank you so much for answering my questions but I'm afraid I've got another one (I believe this one will be my last). Now say for instance a user takes a word that is less then a obscenity but is in the same category and then put the word God in front of it and then uses that word to insult themselves. Would that be allowed because they were insulting themselves or would that be not allowed for they would be insulting both God and themselves? I was wondering about that after seeing a [[User:TTEchidna|user]] do that exact thing.[[User:Minor Notes|Minor Notes]] ([[User talk:Minor Notes|talk]]) 23:45, 11 December 2012 (UTC)
:I really can't run through every possible scenario. The main thing is to avoid offending people. If you think you're going to offend someone, just don't say it. If you're worried about something someone else said, staff will get to it if it is a problem (and if the user hasn't already been banned). Bulbapedia does not discriminate against any race, religion, or ethnic background. If someone is openly expressing discretions against these groups they will be blocked indefinitely whether they use swear words or not. In the case of the provided situation, it would not be allowed as it may offend some people. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 00:45, 12 December 2012 (UTC)
Thanks for your help but I think I would just annoy the staff...[[User:Minor Notes|Minor Notes]] ([[User talk:Minor Notes|talk]]) 02:37, 12 December 2012 (UTC)

== Moving Sections ==

Crystal i am new and i made a new section on a page and how do i move it to a new place([[User:Icestar649|Icestar649]] ([[User talk:Icestar649|talk]]) 22:22, 19 December 2012 (UTC))
:Hello. First, please add new talkpage comments to the bottom of the page. I've moved this comment for you. To move the section you created, all you need to do is copy-paste it to the area of the page where you want to be (make sure you delete it from the original area so it isn't on the page twice). However, I would suggest simply putting the section in the correct area of the page to begin with. To bring up the whole page for editing, just click the "edit this page" tab at the top of page and add the new section where it needs to be. I went ahead and looked over the section you added, and removed it as it was not the right style for this website. Please work your grammar and do not use "you" when writing for articles here. I would suggest that you look over the {{bp|manual of style}}, it'll help you out with some of the basics of editing here. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 22:59, 19 December 2012 (UTC)
==Merry Christmas==
Dear Crystal Tailan, thank you so much for the help and time you have given me. I hope you have a happy new year and a merry Christmas. Because your favourite pokemon is evee, I recoloured it and turned it into a Christmas evee by using Christmas colour (red and green). I hope you like it and have a great day. http://images.wikia.com/peepandthebigwideworld/images/c/ce/Chirstmas_Eevee.png
[[User:Minor Notes|Minor Notes]] ([[User talk:Minor Notes|talk]]) 02:37, 26 December 2012 (UTC)
:I do like it. Thank you so much for your thoughtful gift. <3 [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 05:01, 26 December 2012 (UTC)
Your welcome.--[[User:Minor Notes|Minor Notes]] ([[User talk:Minor Notes|talk]]) 14:12, 26 December 2012 (UTC)

==Shuckle==
Shuckle going to make Rare Candy from Berry Juice. However sadly, the function was removed. --[[User:Samueljoo|Samueljoo]] ([[User talk:Samueljoo|talk]]) 06:54, 16 January 2013 (UTC)
:Yes? May I please ask why you are telling me this? [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 10:23, 17 January 2013 (UTC)
==Ask what?==
Ask what? --[[User:Samueljoo|Samueljoo]] ([[User talk:Samueljoo|talk]]) 09:04, 21 January 2013 (UTC)
:Why did you tell me about Shuckle? Or is this message referring to the one I recently left you? [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 09:06, 21 January 2013 (UTC)
==I don't know who to ask I thought you might==
Hello Crystal. My brother made a account (his user name is NOBODY) and he for some reason isn't getting a conformation email no matter how many times he clicks on the thing to get it. I'm not exactly sure who to ask about this and I thought you might know. If you can tell me who to ask that would be great. Have a nice day. --[[User:Minor Notes|Minor Notes]] ([[User talk:Minor Notes|talk]]) 20:11, 30 January 2013 (UTC)
:Check the spam folder to make sure that it hasn't got caught by the spam filter? [[User:Werdnae|Werdnae]] [[User talk:Werdnae|(talk)]] 05:19, 31 January 2013 (UTC)

== Help please ==

I cannot edit my user page and I would like to remove all my data. I do not want to make any further edits other than removing all the text on my user page. Please help. [[User:Bageese|Bageese]] ([[User talk:Bageese|talk]]) 09:12, 4 February 2013 (UTC)
:If you are leaving the site and wish for your page to be deleted, staff will take care of that for you. The reason why you can't edit your page is because new users have to make a certain number of mainspace contributions before they are allowed to edit their userpages. I realize that you are not a new user, but you have not made any edits since this rule was put in place a long time ago. So, the restriction is having an effect on you as well. If you wish to stay, you simply need to make some contributions and you'll be able to edit your page again. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 22:41, 4 February 2013 (UTC)

::Can you just delete my account for me then? That would be appreciated, I'm more of a reader, not a contributor. =) [[User:Bageese|Bageese]] ([[User talk:Bageese|talk]]) 01:01, 5 February 2013 (UTC)
:::We have deleted your page for you, but we can't actually remove the whole account. If you don't want to log into it, you don't have to do so. The only thing that will remain is your talkpage for archival reasons. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 01:13, 5 February 2013 (UTC)

== "If there are six, it's not notable" ==

Technically, it's only five, since Deoxys differs via forme. Is five a small enough number out of 650 to be deemed notable? Sweeping statistics like this at a glance are of considerable use to people who play competitively. [[User:Jumpman16|Jumpman16]] ([[User talk:Jumpman16|talk]]) 03:54, 11 February 2013 (UTC)
:I'm afraid that five is still too many. We also don't typically include competitive based trivia. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 04:00, 11 February 2013 (UTC)

== Article about Misty's Gyarados ==

Hello, im bringing this up because way article about Gyarados was written brings confusion among fans making it seem like things are based on assumptions rather than actual proof itself. Its listed on main page as Misty pokemon, but in article about Gyarados way its worded make it seem like its gym pokemon. Which many fans find confusing judging by comments you can read online.

Since going by canon and what was showed in anime from moment Misty earned its trust Gyarados was showed to be used and trained only by her. One of proof to this was revealed in episode "Togepi Mirage" when Misty stated how she trained Gyarados teaching it flamethrower. Like its been already brought up in article Gyarados seem to establish special bond with Misty , bond we never saw existing between him and Daisy, Violet or LIly. Before MIsty returned to gym earning its respect it was also showed how he didn't listened to anyone being out of control, until Misty intervened choosing to be her partner and nothing afterwards indicate how anyone else beside Misty use him befriending it.

Which is one of basic ways trainers acquire new pokemon.Otherwise if we are going to count only captured pokemon as ones which belong to someone, than same logic could be applied to Dawn Togekiss or Brock Onix which they received as gifts from others. Or all befriended pokemon others acquired on travels.
In comparison all Brock pokemon are currently at gym, but that doesn't mean they belong to gym and new gym leader Forest.

Gyarados may be gym pokemon before(even though in canon such thing has never been stated), but that doesn't necessarily mean it still belongs to gym with canon treating it more as Misty's than gym pokemon. There are plenty other gym pokemon like Dewgong, Shelder, Goldeen etc but we don't see Misty taking them with her outside the gym, nor she was ever showed to be using them.Let alone being listed as her pokemon.
Only Gyarados is being taken with her whenever she leaves gym being treated in similar manner like Corsola, Staryu and other pokemon which belong to her are.It was also showed how she is the only one training it, learning flamethrower in process.
Likewise on every site whether its SPPF, or some Japanese poke site Gyarados is listed as one of Misty pokemon with only bulbapedia causing confusion listing it at same time both as Misty and gym pokemon?

Therefore i believe judging by what canon showed so far it would be more accurate to classify Gyarados as Misty rather than gym pokemon since unlike its case with other pokemon we reliably know belong to Cerulean, Gyarados is another story bring showed to have special bond only with Misty listening, training and being taken with her whenever she leaves gym. For all aforementioned reasons wouldn't it be more authentic to say how Gyarados is pokemon Misty befriended, since its treated basically like every pokemon which belongs to Misty? --[[User:Pokemon fan 132|Pokemon fan 132]] ([[User talk:Pokemon fan 132|talk]]) 08:46, 18 February 2013 (UTC)

== I wanted to ask before reverting this image to an earlier version ==

Somehow, [[[http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Shiny_Sandshrew_IV.png]]] seems like a hazard to epileptics. Or non epileptics. Or any one, really --[[User:Shadowater|Shadowater]] ([[User talk:Shadowater|talk]]) 07:14, 12 March 2013 (UTC)
:The current version is fine. I doubt it'll cause any seizures, as the movement is slow and small. Thank you for your concern, though. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 07:59, 12 March 2013 (UTC)

== Move trivia ==

I don't think that "the only non-X-type Pokémon that can learn the move" trivia should be on the move pages, since you can see it easily just by looking at the move lists (which is why sprite trivia isn't allowed). For example, when you read the {{m|Poison Gas}} page, you'll notice immediately that Drowzee and Hypno are the only Psychic types without having to read the trivia section.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 21:50, 25 March 2013 (UTC)
:I considered that, but it really doesn't belong on Pokémon species pages either. Being the only one not of a type to learn it is potentially notable, but the major question is where to put it. It is easily visible on the move pages, but it's not really relevant on the species pages since it's more about the move than the Pokémon. I will look into the best place to put them tonight. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 22:09, 25 March 2013 (UTC)
::I'm also dumbfounded as to why you reverted my edits. In my opinion, all those reversions and pseudo-reversions of yours should be reverted, as the trivia does not belong in the move articles (see my talk page), and if it is notable, then of course the species articles are the appropriate locations. Really can't follow the logic in the argument that the content is not relevant for the species articles. How is it not? I'd even say it's more about the Pokémon than the move. Do you think that the fact that Bagon and its evolutionary relatives are the only non-Fire-type Pokémon to learn Ember says more about Ember than the Pokémon? I don't. I'd appreciate it if you could just undo your brash actions, disregarding any face-saving that could be gained from arguing and making this "major question" more complicated than it has to be; there are two location options, one is inapproriate due to being beyond redundant, the other is not - species articles if notable, nowhere if not notable. That was the conclusion I reached when editing, reflected in my edit summaries, so if you want to oppose that, at least make up your mind before reverting. Also, it appears your reversions are made without regard to my grammar-fixes (compare your restored Flame Wheel (move) to what you removed from Rattata (Pokémon)), which is, you know, counterproductive. [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 16:00, 26 March 2013 (UTC)

== How to add pictures ==

I really want to add a picture, how? [[User:Gelato Gelato|Gelato Gelato]] ([[User talk:Gelato Gelato|talk]]) 01:40, 29 March 2013 (UTC)Gelato Gelato
:Pictures need to be uploaded to the Bulbagarden Archives before the they can be added to Bulbapedia. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 05:48, 30 March 2013 (UTC)

== I remembered in Answer.com ==

Somebody copied information from Regigas.[[User:Gelato Gelato|Gelato Gelato]] ([[User talk:Gelato Gelato|talk]]) 01:44, 29 March 2013 (UTC)Gelato Gelato
:If it's only to Answer.com, then it's not something to worry about. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 05:48, 30 March 2013 (UTC)

== About Pupitar? ==

In the Pokédex entries of Pupitar in FireRed and Silver it describes Pupitar as fast, but it is not really that fast for a Pokemon at Level 30. And I would aalso like to add "despite its Pokédex entries it can be damage by steel-type.[[User:Gelato Gelato|Gelato Gelato]] ([[User talk:Gelato Gelato|talk]]) 05:34, 30 March 2013 (UTC)Gelato Gelato
:Pokedex entries do not necessarily relate to in-game mechanics. The games can only do so much. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 05:36, 30 March 2013 (UTC)
::How about in the trivia section of Escavalier: "Although Escavalier's Pokédex entry states that it flies around at high speed, its base speed is among the lowest of all known Pokémon, at just 20, nor can this species have the Ability Levitate.".[[User:Gelato Gelato|Gelato Gelato]] ([[User talk:Gelato Gelato|talk]]) 08:42, 30 March 2013 (UTC)Gelato Gelato
:::I will be removing that when I can get to it. Staff had a discussion a short while ago, and it was decided to remove trivia such as this. However, as there are currently over six hundred Pokémon, it is difficult to remove all the trivia at once. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 09:29, 30 March 2013 (UTC)

== "Out of three Pokemon, so not notable" ==

Since this is noting a record, and not a peculiar trait, I don't see how this notability requirement enters into it. Would you remove the similar record from the Hydreigon article if it was shared with two other species? [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 07:54, 30 March 2013 (UTC)
:I can understand why you didn't respond to my message in the "Move trivia" section, since that wasn't entirely a question, and (judging from the current state of the articles) it seems like I got through anyway, but ignoring this question seems against the purpose of talk pages. How does this not merit a response? (A week has passed, and you've been actively replying to/handling subsequent talk page messages from other users.) [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 10:33, 6 April 2013 (UTC)
::I apologize for your wait, but I have not replied because there is not currently an answer to give. Stat trivia is under discussion among staff and a decision has yet to be reached. For the time being, trivia relating to highest/lowest stat is remaining on the site regardless of a tie or not. However, the majority of staff agrees that the tie for "lowest level required for evolution" is not notable. Neither are most other ties. However, since a few are still being discussed, I did not want to reply and give you the wrong information as that would cause problems later. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 02:51, 7 April 2013 (UTC)
:::Very well, thank you for informing me - no need to follow up here when you're done discussing. [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 08:02, 7 April 2013 (UTC)

== Regarding Tyranitar ==

About Tyranitar that was so stupid of me :3. I don't know how to describe it but if you look above the scaled (a reference from Larvitar's page)blue rhombus you can see the armor fom the lower body is not connected to the armor on the upper body.[[User:Gelato Gelato|Gelato Gelato]] ([[User talk:Gelato Gelato|talk]]) 08:46, 30 March 2013 (UTC)Gelato Gelato
:You mean that the scales overlap? [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 09:29, 30 March 2013 (UTC)
::Yes![[User:Gelato Gelato|Gelato Gelato]] ([[User talk:Gelato Gelato|talk]]) 09:53, 30 March 2013 (UTC)Gelato Gelato
:::That doesn't mean they aren't connected. Just that they overlap and you can't see where they connect. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 04:32, 31 March 2013 (UTC)

== Regarding Mew's name origin ==

According to Webster's Universal English Thesaurus:
mew vb confine, coop, encase, enclose, imprison;cast, change, mold, shed.
That is why I said Mew's name origin comes from the word (don't worry I'm going to change it into verb when I edit)mew.[[User:Gelato Gelato|Gelato Gelato]] ([[User talk:Gelato Gelato|talk]]) 12:29, 30 March 2013 (UTC)Gelato Gelato
::Just because a word can mean something, doesn't mean that it does in every case. The usage of the word in this way seems unlikely (and therefore not notable) in Mew's origin. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 04:32, 31 March 2013 (UTC)
:::..., for example:"The chameleon mew its color."[[User:Gelato Gelato|Gelato Gelato]] ([[User talk:Gelato Gelato|talk]]) 05:33, 5 April 2013 (UTC)Gelato Gelato
:::: "Mew" is more often used in reference to birds moulting. Is that an example of your own, or one from another website? Because my research indicates that it only used to indicate a change in birds. An example from the Oxford dictionary: "the {{tt|eyasses|young hawks}} clung dully to their leashes as if they were mewing", referring to hawks in moult. The definition "to confine" is also primary used in reference to birds used for hawking. This has nothing to do with the Pokémon Mew. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 05:42, 5 April 2013 (UTC)
:::::My own. Well cloud and sky are completely different in definition, but their synonymous because they come from the same latin word.[[User:Gelato Gelato|Gelato Gelato]] ([[User talk:Gelato Gelato|talk]]) 05:54, 5 April 2013 (UTC)Gelato Glato
::::::The clouds are the sky are not synonymous simply because they come from the same word. You cannot use "sky" to mean "cloud" or vice versa. The word "mew" coming from the same word as "mutant" does not mean it should be added to Mew's page in the context of "change". This word used in this way has a strong connotation towards birds, which the Pokémon clearly is not. It is notable to have ''mutant'' in Mew's name origin, but that is already there. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 06:02, 5 April 2013 (UTC)
:::::::My English Teacher said that. Ok. Ok.[[User:Gelato Gelato|Gelato Gelato]] ([[User talk:Gelato Gelato|talk]]) 09:36, 5 April 2013 (UTC)Gelato Gelato

== Best Eeveelution? ==

Who is the best eeveelution? And why/ If none, why Eevee?[[User:Gelato Gelato|Gelato Gelato]] ([[User talk:Gelato Gelato|talk]]) 05:47, 31 March 2013 (UTC)Gelato Gelato
:Talkpages really aren't the place to discuss stuff like this. You're welcome to talk about it with me and other users on the forums, however. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 06:18, 31 March 2013 (UTC)

== Gender ==

Are the gender of N's Pokémon's set?[[User:Gelato Gelato|Gelato Gelato]] ([[User talk:Gelato Gelato|talk]]) 13:48, 17 May 2013 (UTC)Gelato Gelato

== Regarding the my Darumaka edit ==

Is there a way that I could present the info that would be appropriate? [[User:Antiyonder|Antiyonder]] ([[User talk:Antiyonder|talk]]) 03:56, 22 June 2013 (UTC)
:If it is not already there, I would put it in the Trivia section of the page for the episode. It may also go in the Trivia section of Darumaka's page. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 04:02, 22 June 2013 (UTC)

== Cartoon Network ==

How reliable is Cartoon Network? They have [[BW123]] as Farewell, Unova! Setting Sail for New Adventures!, and on the [[List of anime episodes]], it's just Farewell, Unova!. — [[User:Reshi643|Reshi]][[User talk:Reshi643|643]] 03:12, 16 July 2013 (UTC)
:It would be better to check the official site for episode titles if possible. The absolute best source to use is the title card of the episode itself when it aired on TV, the second would be the DVD title card (they occasionally make corrections, which are usually mentioned as trivia), third would be the official site, and the Cartoon Network would be at the bottom of the pecking order. So while CN is somewhat reliable, we would prefer the use of a different source if possible. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 03:43, 16 July 2013 (UTC)

== BW134 ==

Should all of the Pokémon under the [[BW134#Photographs|Photographs]] section be listed under the Minor appearances of their own pages? — [[User:Reshi643|Reshi]][[User talk:Reshi643|643]] 19:30, 18 July 2013 (UTC)
:Yes. I believe they should as we have done that for other Pokémon who have appeared as pictures or photographs. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 19:37, 18 July 2013 (UTC)

== Reversion of Special abilities section initiative ==

I expected that edit to be reverted in a flash due to not being protocol or whatever, so here goes the discussion. Your comment: "''I am aware other pages do this, but this not meant to be a list of moves learned (even rare ones) we try to limit this only to signature moves.''" I am not aware other pages do this, which pages do this? Of course it's not meant to be a list of moves learned, those are in the Learnset sections, what are you getting at? Summarizing which "rare" moves the various species can learn by leveling up, in their Special abilities sections, was clearly my intention, and if I may say so, an almost objective improvement of these sections, spot on in terms of subject matter. Full implementation would of course wait until a threshold has been decided and Generation VI has been launched. Instead of telling me that it's not protocol, and you prefer to only include "signature moves", why don't you explain why you think my initiative is not a good idea, which will improve these sections? Or in case you're not acting out of direct disagreement, refer me to whoever it is you think you're pleasing by reverting this initiative of mine. [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 08:02, 22 July 2013 (UTC)
:Many pages provide a list of "notable" or rarely learned moves. As for which pages, pretty much every Pokemon species page we have. {{p|Bulbasaur}} alone is a good example of what I mean. The problem here is that we do not want ''any moves'' other than signature moves or previously signature moves listed in a Pokemon's biology section. The reason they have not been removed yet is because of an upcoming change in the biology section. It'll be easier to make the changes together instead of making many individual edits. I actually did not remove your edit due to any protocol regarding changes. Although, as I have told you before, any change that will affect or be implented on a large number of pages should be discussed before it is implemented anywhere. New ideas should not be tested in the mainspace. Mainspace testing creates large inconsistencies across pages, as well as a couple of other problems. Please, if you have an idea for a change, bring it up with staff first or test it in your userpace. Thanks. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 12:20, 22 July 2013 (UTC)
::The Bulbasaur article lists 13 moves, and uses colorful language. By my method, using a threshold, only 1 move (i.e. Seed Bomb (Bulbasaur does not learn Power Whip or Bullet Seed by leveling up)) would be listed, and it would not be presented in colorful language. As such, I think that is a horrible example, and focusing on these supposed similar instances in your reply derails the discussion - I don't know of any, so they played no role in my editing. You say that you (we) do not want any moves other than "signature moves" listed, but I asked you to explain this opinion, not repeat it. And I don't see how this initiative has to interfere with these "upcoming changes", which I have no idea what are about, as you ignored to elaborate on them back in April at my talk page, section "Examples in the Mainspace". It's not really testing, neither was the Tynamo edit, which you similarly reprimanded me on back in April; they're single edits, improving the encyclopedic article, breaking no rules whatsoever, not forcing other articles to follow suit, and even easy to revert. You're telling me to bring it up with staff first, and at the same time, you (a member of staff) refuse to actually discuss this initiative upon my invitation, right here. I don't know what to make of that, really. And I've used talk pages a lot, when my ideas involve large changes, but you can see for yourself how much that has achieved so far, even when people do agree with me. I feel like you have a habit of [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Tynamo_%28Pok%C3%A9mon%29&diff=1889491&oldid=1889385 just] [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Tynamo_%28Pok%C3%A9mon%29&diff=1889494&oldid=1889491 removing] [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Tynamo_%28Pok%C3%A9mon%29&diff=1889505&oldid=1889494 content] without addressing the idea itself, [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Tynamo_%28Pok%C3%A9mon%29&diff=1889494&oldid=1889491 sometimes without even making sense]. This is without mentioning your actions (or lack thereof) in relation to the matter "discussed" on your talk page, section "Move trivia". I've even got a section on my own talk page named after you, completely incognito, out of the blue, still clueless as to how that came about. If you have to disapprove of an idea, can't you at least engage in dialogue about the actual idea, or otherwise leave the reversions to people who are willing to do so? [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 13:38, 22 July 2013 (UTC)
:::A Pokemon's moveset has nothing to do with its special abilities. If more than one Pokemon can learn a move ''by any means at all'', then it is not special to that Pokemon. This is why we would ideally like to include only signature or previously signature moves. They are unique and therefore "special" to that particular Pokemon. "Single" mainspace edits such as your Tynamo and Munna edits are not actually singular. They set a standard. If we note something or display something on one page, we must be consistent and do it on all similar pages. So when you, or anyone else, adds references (as in the Tynamo edit) or set a certain standard (such as Munna) then all similar pages should do the same for consistency. Not to do so is unprofessional and, frankly, sloppy looking. If you wish to discuss topics like this more thoroughly, then you should create a topic on the Pokemon's or on the Pokedex Projects talkpages where it's easier for more members (and staff) to respond to it, rather than relying on my input alone. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 21:15, 22 July 2013 (UTC)
::::That's quite the bold statement; that the moves (manifestations of the powers a Pokémon possesses) a Pokémon is programmed to learn by leveling up (the most specific, direct manner of "distribution") "has nothing to do with its special abilities". The remainder of your argument hinges on equaling "special" with "unique"...may I suggest changing the section title in case that's the intended definition of the word? The can't-be-more-than-1-out-of-all-instances-argument, while often highly relevant, is not applicable to everything; you're dealing with more than 600 instances (similarities are bound to occur), and the information being cut due to enforcing this argument is not some new trivia point or whatever, but information concerning the exact subject matter of the target section. I still disagree regarding those two edit examples. They may set a standard, but that's not what constitutes the problem. What matters is whether that standard is an improvement to the site or not; if it is, consistency will eventually come around. Clearly, you wouldn't remove something good just because it makes the remaining articles look "sloppy"; you obviously remove the content because you find it adverse. This would be fine if you actually addressed/discussed the proposed idea, but your lack of involvement has been plainly obvious from this exchange. And that is unfortunate, so yes, if my ideas are to be dismissed, I would prefer "discussing them more thoroughly". With uninvolved, reverting patrollers like you around, I suppose there's no other way than proposing ideas via discussion pages, drawing from userspace page examples. If that's the way Bulbapedia is to be run, then so be it. Let's see how that goes. Case rested. [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 17:54, 23 July 2013 (UTC)
:::::For future reference, you would've saved about 6,500 bytes of futile discussion if you had told me right away that the Special abilities sections were being abandoned—without these, the initiative is irrelevant. [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 07:08, 17 August 2013 (UTC)

== Why? ==
Why did you delete my edit on emolga habitat because i thought it was a good edit. Im trying to do good additional edits so i can make my account auto-confirmed.--[[User:Oshawott213|Oshawott213]] ([[User talk:Oshawott213|talk]]) 21:38, 8 August 2013 (UTC)
:Because, if you look at the areas where Emolga are found, most of them are not forests. If you can show me some evidence that Emolga are particularly likely to be found in forests over other areas, I will happily restore your edit. However, you should not be focusing on becoming auto-confirmed. Your focus should just be good edits in general. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 21:47, 8 August 2013 (UTC)
::Additionally, you should ''not'' add something back after it has been removed. If you have problem with the removal of one your edits, you bring it up on the talkpage. Do not simply put it on the page again. That's called edit-warring and is against the rules. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 21:50, 8 August 2013 (UTC)

==The new conventions==
I recently read your MftE, and I was wondering why the changes have only been applied to Bulbasaur's page. Is that incoherence something to be fixed by the staff when this wiki is temporarily locked down due to XY? [[User:TheOriginalOne|'''オリ''']][[User talk:TheOriginalOne|'''ジ''']][[Special:Contributions/TheOriginalOne|'''ナル''']] TheOriginalOne 15:59, 16 August 2013 (UTC)
:Every page is being worked on currently. And can be done by anyone, not just staff. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 16:09, 16 August 2013 (UTC)

Template talk:Other languages

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== Optional English option? ==

Would it be permissible to put an optional English parameter under the Japanese name? This way, we could use this template on character articles such as [[Hilbert (game)|Hilbert]] and [[Ash Ketchum|Ash]]. - [[User:Chosen|Chosen]] of [[User talk:Chosen|Mana]] 22:05, 11 June 2012 (UTC)

== Spanish/Italian? ==

Some exception has to be made for Pokémon names, since Spanish and Italian are always the same as the English ones. '''[[User:Hfc2x|hfc]][[User talk:Hfc2x|2X]]''' 05:49, 20 July 2012 (UTC)
:That would be an improvement, would it not? [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 12:33, 5 January 2013 (UTC)
::I've said this somewhere else before, but I don't think we should be listing Spanish and Italian on Pokémon pages; they are not Spanish/Italian names, the Spanish/Italian localizations just use the English names. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 14:20, 19 April 2013 (UTC)
:::Does anyone think we should list them? I'd like to advance this case. [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 13:48, 16 August 2013 (UTC)
::::It had already been decided that they should be listed due to having their own official localizations in games. --[[User:神奇超龍|'''超龍''']]「'''[[User talk:神奇超龍|Chao]]'''」 14:01, 16 August 2013 (UTC)
:::::It would've been helpful if this information had been declared from the start, instead of 13 months later. How about I change every Italian meaning instance of "Same as English name" to something like "Italian localizations always use English species names" (and likewise for Spanish)? This would remedy the current implication of Italian/Spanish localizations of species names actually existing, which is the obvious interpretation to the reader who has not browsed hundreds of species article In other languages sections. Also, I think a bit of reordering is in place for the European languages; it currently goes French-Spanish-German-Italian, an order which I do not follow the logic behind, while an alphabetic French-German-Italian-Spanish would have the two non-cases adjacent, thus making the tables easier to read. [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 06:55, 17 August 2013 (UTC)

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== Problems with main page ==

I've been having a few issues with the main page. I can't click on the 'discussion', 'view source', 'history' or 'watch' buttons. Those buttons work on most other pages, so as far as I know, it's just this page. Also, these errors only occurred after the update. [[User:Cacnea7642|Cacnea]][[User Talk:Cacnea7642|7642]] 16:00, 13 June 2012 (UTC)
:Everything seems to be working fine on my end. Does anyone else seem to be having this problem? [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 16:30, 13 June 2012 (UTC)
::Are you using Google Chrome? Because I am having the same issue with Chrome but it seems to be working fine in other browsers, which is very weird since I never had such problem with Chrome in the past. ♫♪ [[User:Adyniz|'''エイデ''']][[User talk:Adyniz|'''ィニズ''']] ♪♫ 17:39, 13 June 2012 (UTC)
:::Firefox won't let me click on any of the main page tabs other than article. --[[User:Charlie|Charlie]] ([[User talk:Charlie|talk]]) 17:50, 13 June 2012 (UTC)
::::After a bit of investigation, I think I've found and fixed the problem. Because of where the fixes were (i.e. not on the page itself but other pages that this depends on) it may take some time for the fix to actually take effect on your end. If it's still not working after giving it a day clearing your cache, let me know. [[User:Werdnae|Werdnae]] [[User talk:Werdnae|(talk)]] 23:44, 13 June 2012 (UTC)
:::::It's all working again now [[User:Cacnea7642|Cacnea]][[User Talk:Cacnea7642|7642]] 15:55, 14 June 2012 (UTC)
::::::At the end of the page, where the boxes appear (Enciclopediae Pokémonis and Nintendo Independent wikis), the reference to Bulbapedia is a redirect. As far as I know, it's a little stupid to have a link leading us to the same page! [[User:TheOriginalOne|'''The''']][[User talk:TheOriginalOne|'''Original''']][[Special:Contributions/TheOriginalOne|'''One''']] 10:40, 10 August 2012 (UTC)
:::::::I don't see what you mean TheOriginalOne. That link to Bulbapedia is linking to the home page of our site, if it didn't link to the mainpage (where we already are) then what would it link to? '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 16:10, 10 August 2012 (UTC)
::::::::It doesn't make sense to have a page linking to itself, so I think we should put the word "Bulbapedia" in bold, without linking to anything; the bold sign would indicate the users that they're already on the page. [[User:TheOriginalOne|'''The''']][[User talk:TheOriginalOne|'''Original''']][[Special:Contributions/TheOriginalOne|'''One''']] 14:54, 13 August 2012 (UTC)

== Quotes ==

Can we make a ``Notable Quotes`section? [[User:TeamPlasmaN1212|TeamPlasmaN1212]] ([[User talk:TeamPlasmaN1212|talk]]) 21:11, 22 July 2012 (UTC)
On second thught, blast that. [[User:TeamPlasmaN1212|TeamPlasmaN1212]] ([[User talk:TeamPlasmaN1212|talk]]) 18:30, 31 July 2012 (UTC)

I meant thought. [[User:TeamPlasmaN1212|TeamPlasmaN1212]] ([[User talk:TeamPlasmaN1212|talk]]) 18:31, 31 July 2012 (UTC)
:You do know you could have just edited what you said rather than making more clutter? [[User:BisumitoIsSnazzy|BisumitoIsSnazzy]] ([[User talk:BisumitoIsSnazzy|talk]]) 18:52, 27 August 2012 (UTC)

== Just curious; ==

On the main page, it states that Bulbapedia is supported by Bulbanews, Bulbagarden Archives, and Bulbagarden Forums. Shouldn't that mean it's supported by the National Bulbagraphic, too? Excuse me if this is an obvious question, I had just joined today. [[User:BisumitoIsSnazzy|BisumitoIsSnazzy]] ([[User talk:BisumitoIsSnazzy|talk]]) 18:27, 27 August 2012 (UTC)

I think it's a good idea too but I just submitted yesterday so don't know how much my opinion counts.....[[User:Insert Pokè-name|Insert Pokè-name]] ([[User talk:Insert Pokè-name|talk]]) 06:13, 28 August 2012 (UTC)
:I don't think "supported by" is the correct term. They are all parts of [[Bulbagarden]]. The National Bulbagraphic is a part of Bulbanews. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 07:42, 28 August 2012 (UTC)
::National Bulbagraphic is currently not in production. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 09:20, 28 August 2012 (UTC)
:::Is National Bulbagraphic specifically discontinued? If so, should its link in the Bulbagarden links section to the left of the page simply be merged into Bulbanews or the Bulbanews archive?[[User:Squirrelfeet|Squirrelfeet]] ([[User talk:Squirrelfeet|talk]]) 22:45, 1 September 2012 (UTC)

==I have a question...==
Okay, so lately, with the release of Black and White 2, Bulbapedia has put news from it on the front page. Just out of curiosity, are they going to go back to putting articles daily on the front page? [[User:JacobTheDoduo|JacobtheDoduo]] ([[User talk:JacobTheDoduo|talk]]) 20:37, 29 August 2012 (UTC)
:It's been pretty much decided that we're going to stick with just leaving the news feed up. It was very time consuming to replace the featured articles every day and we felt that this was easier. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 20:45, 29 August 2012 (UTC)
:: Thank you. [[User:JacobTheDoduo|JacobtheDoduo]] ([[User talk:JacobTheDoduo|talk]]) 20:47, 29 August 2012 (UTC)
:::It was fun reading daily featured article in the past. I sure hope Bulbapedia goes back to posting daily articles. It's been confusing to see the same twitter feed everyday "[[User:SimonOrJ|SimonOrJ]]"([[User:SimonOrJ|U]]/[[User talk:SimonOrJ|T]]/[[Special:Contributions/SimonOrJ|C]]) 21:27, 1 September 2012 (UTC)

== When is black and white 2 going to be in the U.S. ==

Hey, do you know when is black and white 2 going to be in the U.S. {{unsigned|Chezalpern}}
:[[Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|This page]] is where you should look at first before asking questions about it. To answer your question, it's October 7th. --[[User:Funktastic~!|It's Funktastic~!]] ([[User talk:Funktastic~!|talk]]) 22:11, 17 September 2012 (UTC)
::Are we having a countdown for it on the front page, like for Black and White? - ''signed comment from [[User:GoldenCelebi|GoldenCelebi]] ([[User talk:GoldenCelebi|pedia talk]] • [[Bulbanews:User talk:GoldenCelebi|news talk]] • [[a:User talk:GoldenCelebi|archives talk]])'' ''18:16, 28 September 2012 (UTC)''
:::A MediaWiki update broke our counter and we haven't been able to find a suitable replacement yet. So no, we won't be. [[User:Werdnae|Werdnae]] [[User talk:Werdnae|(talk)]] 19:39, 28 September 2012 (UTC)

== National Bulbagraphic ==

Is National Bulbagraphic specifically discontinued? If so, should its link in the Bulbagarden links section to the left of the page simply be merged into Bulbanews or the Bulbanews archive? [[User:Squirrelfeet|Squirrelfeet]] ([[User talk:Squirrelfeet|talk]]) 16:05, 19 September 2012 (UTC)

In an above statement under the section "Just curious" a similar question was asked, and the darklordtrom stated that National Bulbagraphic is officially discontinued. Please make sure to read above sections before posting questions :). Thanks. ([[User:Charizard101|Charizard101]] ([[User talk:Charizard101|talk]]) 20:03, 30 September 2012 (UTC))

::He said that it was not in production. I was just checking what that meant or if it would come back. Considering that it is not in production, should it not be moved to the archives?[[User:Squirrelfeet|Squirrelfeet]] ([[User talk:Squirrelfeet|talk]]) 12:50, 14 October 2012 (UTC)
:::I'm thinking that National Bulbagraphic is probably not going to come back, but as for if it should be moved to the archives, that is a question that someone like MAGNEDETH or darklordtrom could easily answer. ([[User:Charizard101|Charizard101]] ([[User talk:Charizard101|talk]]) 14:04, 14 October 2012 (UTC))

== Unova Pokedex ==

I was browsing Amazon the other day looking at prices of stuff for the TCG when I came across the new Unova Pokedex from Jakks. I was wondering if I could make an article for the item since we also have an article for the Diamond and Pearl one. I believe I have enough information to create an article, though I can't upload pictures, so someone else would have to do that. ([[User:Charizard101|Charizard101]] ([[User talk:Charizard101|talk]]) 20:21, 30 September 2012 (UTC))
:I think it deserves a page. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 04:09, 7 December 2012 (UTC)

== Images aren't loading ==

Well, most of the. I first noticed this on Dewott's page.--[[User:Goomba98|Goomba98]] ([[User talk:Goomba98|talk]]) 15:32, 8 October 2012 (UTC)
:No images that are normal (as in, they're hosted on Archives; the logo near navigation is fine) are loading for me. [[User:Marked +-+-+|Marked +-+-+]] ([[User talk:Marked +-+-+|talk]]) 15:34, 8 October 2012 (UTC)
::Same here, I thought I messed up somewhere while editing. I hope the staff are aware of the issue and are working on it. [[User:TheyCallMeMellowCello|TheyCallMeMellowCello]] ([[User talk:TheyCallMeMellowCello|talk]]) 18:20, 8 October 2012 (UTC)
:::The images on that page appear to be loading fine for me. Maybe check that your addons are not blocking the images? [[User:Werdnae|Werdnae]] [[User talk:Werdnae|(talk)]] 18:31, 8 October 2012 (UTC)
::::I disabled all my Add-ons, and pictures are still not showing up. This doesn't just happen on Dewott's page, but other pages as well. Edit: I checked an image itself (the ones that are not showing up) and I get a 404 error. Maybe this is because of the server move? [[User:TheyCallMeMellowCello|TheyCallMeMellowCello ♫♩♪]] ([[User talk:TheyCallMeMellowCello|talk]]) 18:40, 8 October 2012 (UTC)
:::::I think it may be your cache drawing the images from before the move. The images might be at different locations now. Clear your cache. --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 18:56, 8 October 2012 (UTC)
::::::That did nothing. Images still aren't loading for me. ☆[[User:Solar Dragon|The]] [[User talk:Solar Dragon|Solar]] [[Special:Contributions/Solar Dragon|Dragon]]☆ 19:08, 8 October 2012 (UTC)
:::::::<s>If possible, you should be able to see the images by switching to another computer. I am not sure if going to the Archives page for each image would help the issue, but it would if the cache is cleared before hand.</s> [[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 19:16, 8 October 2012 (UTC)
::::::::I'm having these issues as well. At first I had them on my mobile phone, at which the pictures were boxes with a ? on them and showed the link info, but then I got on my laptop and the pictures are still now showing. What's going on here? --[[User:Flufflemonster|Flufflemonster]] ([[User talk:Flufflemonster|talk]]) 19:48, 8 October 2012 (UTC)
:::::::::I've got this too [[User:Volcronaperson|_Volcronaperson_]] 19:50, 8 October 2012 (UTC)
::::::::::Sorry for doubting you, but it seems that there is an issue somewhere. It seems that the .png files are not displaying correctly on some {{tt|browsers| Internet Explorer 8 or 9 on Windows Vista; Google Chrome 21, Safari 5.1.7, Firefox 11.0, and Firefox 15.0.1 on a Mac OS X 10.6.8 are not displaying the files as they should be.}}. I would suggest using a browser that can display .png files that are animated for the time being. [[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 19:55, 8 October 2012 (UTC)
:::::::::::It's not a browser thing. They're no longer working for me, now that I'm using a different internet connection but the same browser. We'll look into it, but it's possible that it's due to certain internet connections not directing traffic properly after the move. It may not be a quick fix. [[User:Werdnae|Werdnae]] [[User talk:Werdnae|(talk)]] 19:59, 8 October 2012 (UTC)
::::::::::::So much for my guess. At least the images are still viewable on the Archives. [[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 20:09, 8 October 2012 (UTC)
:::::::::::::Related to that, and as an added note, given that some images seem to be working some of the time: If an image isn't loading and you want to see it, click on it, and then click on the "description page" link to it on the archives. Please, ''please, '''please''''', don't sit there refreshing the page or continually trying to reload the image. Doing that is ''not'' going to make it load. What it will do is increase the load on our servers, making it so that ''less'' loads. It makes any problem worse. [[User:Werdnae|Werdnae]] [[User talk:Werdnae|(talk)]] 21:48, 8 October 2012 (UTC)
:::::::::::::: That just gives 404 not found [[User:Volcronaperson|_Volcronaperson_]] 23:27, 8 October 2012 (UTC)
::::::::::::::: In extreme cases, it gives out a 503 error. (Loss of server.) Back on topic, what was the problem with some of the images? --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 07:53, 9 October 2012 (UTC)
::::::::::::::::What I meant, was not navigate to the image itself, but navigate to the image on the archives. And the problem was that the main server had crashed, blocking all traffic. [[User:Werdnae|Werdnae]] [[User talk:Werdnae|(talk)]] 08:04, 9 October 2012 (UTC)
:::::::::::::::::How come the archives access their images from the archives, while Bulbapedia accesses images from cdn2.bulbagarden? [[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 10:57, 9 October 2012 (UTC)
::::::::::::::::::Because wikis are set up to only access images that are loaded on them. The Content Delivery Network (CDN) takes the images on the archives and distributes them to Bulbapedia and Bulbanews. [[User:Werdnae|Werdnae]] [[User talk:Werdnae|(talk)]] 18:32, 9 October 2012 (UTC)

== Automagically redirected to pornographic site ==

So I was surfing on my iPhone 3G with iOS 4.2.1 {{tt|yesterday|2012-10-13}} in between 12:50 AM UTC and 1:20 AM UTC (don't remember exactly what was the time) when I fired up Mobile Safari and directed the browser to Bulbapedia's main page. Now, I don't remember tapping anything on the screen but there's a chance I did without noticing it. Either way, I'm not convinced it was accidental tapping. What happened is that I suddenly got redirected multiple times through the ad network until I reached [http://www.ipinkvisualpass.com/pt/sx/iphone/home/updates/?revid=66054&campaign=20996&viewSpeed= this], which is a pornographic site. Now, I don't have anything against adult-themed content as I'm 19 but why in hell was I sent there in the first place? I demand an explanation. [[User:SatoMew2|Sato]][[User talk:SatoMew2|Mew]] 23:05, 13 October 2012 (UTC)
:Actually, it was in between 11:50 PM UTC of 2012-10-12 and 12:20 AM UTC of 2012-10-13. My bad. I forgot I'm currently on summer time. [[User:SatoMew2|Sato]][[User talk:SatoMew2|Mew]] 23:12, 13 October 2012 (UTC)
::Please report all disturbing or disruptive ads to [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f195/bad-ad-reporting-thread-29680/ this thread] [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 23:18, 13 October 2012 (UTC)
:::OK, I shall do it later as I need to create an account at BMGf first and it's a bit late now around here. [[User:SatoMew2|Sato]][[User talk:SatoMew2|Mew]] 23:33, 13 October 2012 (UTC)

== Pedia down? ==

Was it? It seems it was earlier… --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 03:59, 23 October 2012 (UTC)
: I think Bulbapedia was down earlier, along with Video Game Wiki. I tried several times, even exiting out of my browser and going back in, but that didn't work. I think something was up with the servers the wikis run on. ([[User:Charizard101|Charizard101]] ([[User talk:Charizard101|talk]]) 02:55, 26 October 2012 (UTC))
::Video Game Wiki...? If that's a Wikia site, their downtime is unrelated to Bulbapedia's downtime. '''[[Team Rocket|R.A.]] [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|Hunter]] [[User Talk:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|Blade]]''' 03:44, 26 October 2012 (UTC)
:::Then can anyone tell me what Bulbapedia's being down was all about? I was slightly confused about that. ([[User:Charizard101|Charizard101]] ([[User talk:Charizard101|talk]]) 01:02, 27 October 2012 (UTC))
::::On the 22nd and the 23rd UTC, Bulbapedia was down for quite a few errors. Due to B2W2 server load, the servers have been unstable. --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 01:06, 27 October 2012 (UTC)
:::::Okay, thanks for the info. After the big server move they did, I can see why they might have some problems. ([[User:Charizard101|Charizard101]] ([[User talk:Charizard101|talk]]) 01:52, 27 October 2012 (UTC))
::::::Is the broken layout and random downloading of pages related to this?[[User:Goomba98|Goomba98]] ([[User talk:Goomba98|talk]]) 00:31, 9 November 2012 (UTC)
:::::::No, not at all. This is a different issue (I think). If anything, it is the software that is broken. --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 00:36, 9 November 2012 (UTC)

== Downloading pages ==

I am the only one with this problem? Some random times, instead of load a new page my computer donwloads it. Is it my problem or is a bug on the website? --[[User:Gabo 2oo|Gabo 2oo]] [[User talk:Gabo 2oo|(talk)]]
:It's some super annoying bug right now. I'm just going to sleep and hope it's fixed by tomorrow. (I'm on the US east coast, so it is bedtime now) {{m|Yawn}}... --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 03:32, 9 November 2012 (UTC)

== Userspace edit limit - pages to be put into mainspace ==

I am going to be writing a major section for an article here, but it will be spread across several days, and want to merge it all in to the article at one time. So I am asking if the userspace edit limit applies to sandbox-like pages which will have information that will be put into the main namespace. So...does it? [[User:TruePikachu|--TruePikachu]] ([[User talk:TruePikachu|talk]]) 00:23, 12 November 2012 (UTC)
:Just keep it under 3, preview, don't do them within minutes of each other, and don't forget about the mainspace. The staff are more lenient on those kind of pages. --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 00:27, 12 November 2012 (UTC)
::We're more lenient with stuff for the mainspace, but they're not unrestricted. I have to ask why the section can't be written into the actual article. [[User:Werdnae|Werdnae]] [[User talk:Werdnae|(talk)]] 01:06, 12 November 2012 (UTC)
:::I can keep it under 3 edits a day - it probably would be only 1 or 2. The section is large and technical, and I do not want to post an incomplete work into the mainspace - it could cause users to flood the talk page, edit it themselves (which would be horrible for the WIP), some might revert (with the way I work, initial versions might not end up looking like professional content, especially with notes all over the place in comments), and, worst comes to worst, I might keep an edit lock open for a period of 3 hours at a time - hardly an appropriate amount of time for mainspace. I would be making judicious use of the Preview functionality, as I am not entirely familiar with WikiCode. I will be merging the work into the appropriate mainspace page when it is completed.
:::I also wonder how capable Bulbapedia is of linking external images. The WIP section will probably have WIP images (hosted on my domain), and I would prefer to link those externally rather than uploading to the Archives for now, mainly to reduce server load.
:::And the main reason I ask is because the top bar is currently limiting userspace edits to 1/day, not the usual 3/day we had for quite a while. [[User:TruePikachu|--TruePikachu]] ([[User talk:TruePikachu|talk]]) 01:40, 13 November 2012 (UTC)
{| style="float:right"
| http://archives.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/archive/e/e0/20100401001626%21BulbaBot.png
|}
::::As you can see, I have externally linked an out-of-date image from the Archives. It's useful. And that's how you do that. --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 02:02, 13 November 2012 (UTC)

== One request and two questions ==

* I wanted to inform you that Pokémon Central Wiki has moved its Main page from Pagina principale to [[it:Home]], could you please change the link on Bulbapedia's Main page?
* I also noticed that the Portuguese wiki is not working at all, it tells me that the page does not exist (the same error that appears when you try to surf the Internet with no connection), is it a Country problem (I'm Italian) or is it something else?
* When it shows me the 503 error what should I do, can I try to refresh the page immediately or should I wait 5 minutes before trying again?--[[User:CiaobyDany|CiaobyDany]] ([[User talk:CiaobyDany|talk]]) 21:03, 6 December 2012 (UTC)
:According to my browser, the Portugese wiki is down/out of service/dead. If you recieve a 503 error, the staff recommend to wait a few minutes before you refresh. --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 21:42, 6 December 2012 (UTC)

== What? ==

Bulbapedia's recently being marked by Opera or Firefox as dangerous website. What the- [[User:Marked +-+-+|Marked +-+-+]] ([[User talk:Marked +-+-+|talk]]) 12:32, 31 December 2012 (UTC)
:See [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f195/bulbawiki-site-issues-thread-39109/index12.html#post4528618 this thread from this post onwards]. We know, and have contacted Google about fixing it. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 12:48, 31 December 2012 (UTC)

== Bulbanews ==

What's wrong with Bulbanews? Nothing's appearing on the Main Page and the Front Page of Bulbanews's "Current Events" section is blank. Is that supposed to be happening? By the way, I'm using Safari. [[User:KyuremsIceBlade|KyuremsIceBlade]] ([[User Talk:KyuremsIceBlade|Talk]]) ([[Special:Contributions/KyuremsIceBlade|Contribs]]) 21:17, 24 January 2013 (UTC)
:Some old article pictures were being changed recently and has somehow affected the story picker, which displays the recent stories/current events on the main pages. It should be fixing itself soon though. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 21:25, 24 January 2013 (UTC)
:: Some new news. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHiHpa77-xc [[User:Mesuxelf|'''Mes''']][[User talk:Mesuxelf|'''ux''''''elf''']] 01:05, 31 March 2013 (UTC)

== Pokéteca (Spanish wiki) Main Page link is a redirect ==

The link posted on the Main Page to [[es:Portada]] is actually a redirect. The correct link should be [[es:Página principal]]. Could someone please update this? Thanks! [[User:ChiefbozX|ChiefbozX]] ([[User talk:ChiefbozX|talk]]) 00:35, 18 February 2013 (UTC)
:I have fixed it. Thanks! [[Special:Contributions/Zesty Cactus|--]][[User:Zesty Cactus|'''Zesty''']][[User talk:Zesty Cactus|'''Cactus''']] 00:55, 18 February 2013 (UTC)
::The link on the sidebar also needs a correction; it currently goes to [[es:Página Principal]] (as we all know, links are case-sensitive). Thanks for correcting the one in the [[Encyclopædiæ Pokémonis]] box. [[User:ChiefbozX|ChiefbozX]] ([[User talk:ChiefbozX|talk]]) 21:44, 19 February 2013 (UTC)

== Flags symbolizing languages ==

I'll put this here as there seems to be no better option on-wiki: [http://www.cs.tut.fi/~jkorpela/flags.html Why you should not use a flag as a symbol of language], [http://flagsarenotlanguages.com/blog/why-flags-do-not-represent-language/ Why flags do not represent languages]. Specifically, [[Template:Epilang]] (there may be other cases, too) always makes me uncomfortable. I know you guys really like graphics and colors, but just... don't do it this time. Also, the links to the "respective" (that's some serious quotation marks I put there) 'Pokémon in [country]' pages... [[User:Mewtwo745|Mewtwo745]] ([[User talk:Mewtwo745|talk]]) 09:32, 22 April 2013 (UTC)

== Redirect to adult sites? ==

I'm writing this to report a serious problem I've had since a few months: while I'm on bulbagarden sites, I get redirected to an adult site and I can't return on the previous page. At first I thought it was a bad ad I opened inadvertently, but now I know for sure it is not that case. It first happened around december, and it got worse within the time... By now it almost happens once each fifty pages I open more or less. I usually get this problem on Bulbapedia, but it also happened once on the archives. It still haven't got this problem on the other bulbagarden sites but I think it's because I usually don't go on them. It is not a browser problem, since it happened with opera, chrome mobile and another mobile browser. I don't know if the fact I'm in Italy matters. I wrote down the site I get redirected to when I'm on the tablet. I don't have the desktop site because now I usually use my tablet, and I didn't think of writing down the URL. I first thought to add the link hidden in this discussion, but anybody could have still opened it. If you need it I can send it by email. Thanks for your attention--[[User:CiaobyDany|CiaobyDany]] ([[User talk:CiaobyDany|talk]]) 08:21, 8 May 2013 (UTC)
:There are two possibilities here: 1) there's some rouge ad that's automatically redirecting you (without you even clicking it), which we would want to remove ASAP if we can or 2) you have a virus. If it is the former, then we want to know about it so it can be dealt with, so please post as many details as possible about it [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f195/bad-ad-reporting-thread-29680/ in the Bad Ad Reporting Thread]. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 08:59, 8 May 2013 (UTC)
::As you suggested I reported it on the forum. I did read the notice at the beginning of the page, but I didn't think it was an ad problem. Feel free to delete this discussion and thanks again.--[[User:CiaobyDany|CiaobyDany]] ([[User talk:CiaobyDany|talk]]) 21:30, 8 May 2013 (UTC)

== Question ==

Why hasn't the message from the editor been updated since ''December 20?'' Also, can someone help me fix my signature? [[User:Spyspotter|Spyspotter]] ([[User talk:Spyspotter|talk]]) 13:05, 26 May 2013 (UTC)
:The message from the editor is updated when we have something significant to post about. When that time comes, a new message from the editor will be posted. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 22:18, 29 May 2013 (UTC)

==Non-existing pages==

Whenever I click on a link to a non-existing page, a random set of characters (such as IA"});) appears. Why? [[User:Spyspotter|Spyspotter]] ([[User talk:Spyspotter|talk]]) 13:46, 26 May 2013 (UTC)
:Could you provide a specific example? The redlinks work okay for me. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 22:18, 29 May 2013 (UTC)

== Welcoming new users ==

Wow! Not even the ''administrators'' could spend ''10 seconds'' welcoming users. I just welcomed 30+ users. The easiest way to welcome users is to go [[Special:User creation log|here]]. Can't the administrators just do their duty{{tt|*|Please don't laugh.}}? [[User:Spyspotter|Spyspotter]] 21:27, 29 May 2013 (UTC)
:You are aware of the large number of spambots we've been getting, right? A good chunk of those "users" might not even be people. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 22:04, 29 May 2013 (UTC)
::To follow on from Ataro's message, as a result of the mass of spambots, we've been waiting for users to make their first edits before we welcome them with the template{{tt|*|Ask for a potential reason this may be first, to prevent situations like this where you come off as a bit of a twerp.}}.--[[User:Spriteit|Spriteit]] ([[User talk:Spriteit|talk]]) 22:35, 29 May 2013 (UTC)
:::Just want to say that as a non-staff member, I follow the same idea so as to not worry about welcoming bots and vandals. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 22:51, 29 May 2013 (UTC)

== "Synopsis" ==
Bulbapedia is sprawling with examples of lengthy, detailed, written accounts of short works of fiction which are (downright absurdly) labeled "Synopsis". Anyone who believes that this labeling is appropriate should consult a dictionary. They need to be either rewritten as actual synopses, or simply relabeled. I am in favor of the former, since the aforementioned (comparative) length and detail of the summaries, coupled with narratives that are often completely off the mark as summaries, but rather retells the work of fiction anew (as a story itself), render many of the site's "Synopsis"-sections highly unencyclopedic. I post this to engage in dialogue, so tell me what you think should(n't) be done, please. [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 14:41, 1 June 2013 (UTC)
:Yeah, they should probably be called "Plot". I don't think we should remove massive amounts of information to just make them actually comply with the definition of a word that was incorrectly used to label them—simply, the label should be changed. I agree, a lot of them are basically stories themselves, and they shouldn't be. These sections should be written detailing what happened in present tense, not using any kind of emotive language. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 15:26, 1 June 2013 (UTC)
::Then we agree on that much. How will we go about renaming the sections? I suggested those massive amounts of information for removal under the assumption that an actual synopsis, and little more, was the degree of plot summary initially/ideally desired by an encyclopedia such as Bulbapedia. In other words, I believe that the scene-by-scene relaying, attempting to substitute the subject media content, as opposed to summarize its key points and provide the reader with an overview and some understanding of the work, is uncharacteristic of an encyclopedia, more fitting as content for other kinds of websites, or Bulbapedia's appendix namespace. That's my opinion, included since it ties in with the topic I brought up for discussion, but I realize that it isn't going places. As for ridding the sections of emotive language, I presume that this is already a long-established work in progress, carried out by editors who happen to read these sections, so nothing new there. Thank you for replying. [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 15:36, 5 June 2013 (UTC)
:::They're still labeled as synopses. I can't imagine anyone disagreeing here, the suggestion is not pedantic, the change would be kind of easy to implement—what's the hold-up? [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 13:48, 16 August 2013 (UTC)

== Sounds ==

We should use sounds. I'm pretty sure Wikipedia uses them, and besides, if our wikicode can handle videos, then it can handle sounds. If we can install sounds, we would be able to have Pokémon cries and possibly music themes{{tt|*|You could make them loop around to cut recording lengths, as most music themes are less than 2 minutes long}}. [[User:Spyspotter|Spyspotter]] 18:08, 5 June 2013 (UTC)

== Categorize the main page ==

It seems weird that there is even 1 uncategorized page. The main page would fit well in the Bulbapedia category{{tt|*|I can't link it because if I did this talk page would be put into the bulbapedia category.}}. [[User:Spyspotter|Spyspotter]] 02:24, 6 June 2013 (UTC)

== Ads ==
Adds have been appearing on every page I visit, coming from the lower border of the screen, even when I'm already logged in, it's very bothering specially for editing. Since I haven't installed anything lately and it only happens on this site, I just wanted to make sure if this comes actually from Bulbapedia and will still happening, or not. It is? --[[User:Gabo 2oo|Gabo 2oo]] ([[User talk:Gabo 2oo|talk]]) 01:28, 8 June 2013 (UTC)
:We did some stuff to our ad listings today, and clearly something is not quite right. We are aware of it and working on it. -- '''[[User:MAGNEDETH|MAG]][[Special:Contributions/MAGNEDETH|NE]][[User talk:MAGNEDETH|DETH]]''' 01:43, 8 June 2013 (UTC)
::On my browser, there are ads that pop up and say, "Find out more about what is changing and why. Find out more about this new ad unit." It requires me to turn it off, which can warp me to a different page, which is annoying while editing. And needless to say, this is happening while I'm logged on. [[User:Spyspotter|Spyspotter]] [[User talk:Spyspotter|says…]] Edit the mainspace, [[Special:ListUsers|kids!]] 02:23, 8 June 2013 (UTC)
:::[https://twitter.com/Bulbapedia/status/343206410974269441 It's a technical issue]. It will be fixed as soon as possible. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 04:19, 8 June 2013 (UTC)

==2 Problems==

1. The search bar blocks part of the page, which is annoying especially when editing.

2. I don't know where else to post this, so I'll post it here. Whenever I try to post on the forums, there is no typing field and instead there is an indigo-colored blank space between the post title and the other stuff.

Can someone fix those errors? [[User:Spyspotter|Spyspotter]] [[User talk:Spyspotter|says…]] Edit the mainspace, [[Special:ListUsers|kids!]] 03:17, 10 June 2013 (UTC)
:It may be an issue with your browser, what browser do you use and how long has the problem been occurring? '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 03:54, 10 June 2013 (UTC)
::IE and Safari. The problem's been going on for as long as I was here. [[User:Spyspotter|Spyspotter]] [[User talk:Spyspotter|says…]] Edit the mainspace, [[Special:ListUsers|kids!]] 03:56, 10 June 2013 (UTC)
:::Hmm. I checked on my Safari and both the search bar and forum seem fine. I don't have IE so I can't check that. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 04:07, 10 June 2013 (UTC)
::::Are you using the most recent version of IE and Safari? [[User:G50|''ㄱ'']][[User talk:G50|''쉰'']] G50 04:15, 10 June 2013 (UTC)
:::::IE 10 won't download, but IE 9 should work. Safari is fully updated and it has the two problems. [[User:Spyspotter|Spyspotter]] [[User talk:Spyspotter|says…]] Edit the mainspace, [[Special:ListUsers|kids!]] 12:04, 10 June 2013 (UTC)

==Long-Running Script==

Whenever I visit a page that isn't in the main or talk namespace, an error message will pop up 90% of the time and say that bulbapedia has stopped functioning due to a "long-running script." I then have 2 options:

1. Click "stop script," and then be redirected to a page that says Bulbagarden has been shut down permanently, and be unable to go back.

2. Click "cancel," and then watch my computer crash. The only way to fix that would be to unplug it.

First of all, what is this "long-running script?" And, how in tarnation does the "Bulbagarden shut down" message appear? And, can those errors be fixed somehow? [[User:Spyspotter|Spyspotter]] [[User talk:Spyspotter|says…]] Edit the mainspace, [[Special:ListUsers|kids!]] 02:49, 11 June 2013 (UTC)
:What browser and addons are you using? That might help us try to nail down what's causing the issue. [[User:Werdnae|Werdnae]] [[User talk:Werdnae|(talk)]] 02:58, 11 June 2013 (UTC)
::I should add, this only happens on IE. Also, bigger pages are more likely to crash my computer, not to say that small ones don't. [[User:Spyspotter|Spyspotter]] [[User talk:Spyspotter|says…]] Edit the mainspace, [[Special:ListUsers|kids!]] 03:05, 11 June 2013 (UTC)

==Twitter Feed==

Am I the only one having trouble seeing the Twitter box on the main page??[[User:1rkhachatryan|RBK]] ([[User talk:1rkhachatryan|talk]]) 05:24, 12 June 2013 (UTC)
:I can't see it either. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 05:30, 12 June 2013 (UTC)
::Nor can I. I wonder what's going on with it? [[User:PokefanR|PokefanR]] ([[User talk:PokefanR|talk]]) 05:36, 12 June 2013 (UTC)
:::Twitter updated their API today and as a result the widget we used to run the feed stopped working, we are trying to fix it. --[[User:Spriteit|Spriteit]] ([[User talk:Spriteit|talk]]) 07:31, 12 June 2013 (UTC)

== x and y countdown ==

Now that we know the release date of x and y there should be a countdownn like the one bulbapedia had for black and white [[User:0danmaster0|0danmaster0]] ([[User talk:0danmaster0|talk]]) 06:22, 13 June 2013 (UTC)
:The system we were using for the countdown was broken by a MediaWiki update a while back and no longer works. We haven't yet got another system to function adequately in order to replace it. [[User:Werdnae|Werdnae]] [[User talk:Werdnae|(talk)]] 22:47, 13 June 2013 (UTC)
::Was it similar to the one used on [http://www.khwiki.net/Template:Countdown this page?] Because if not, that one seems to work well so long as the input date and time is valid. [[User:Schiffy|Schiffy]] ([[User_talk:Schiffy|Speak to me]]|[[Special:Contributions/Schiffy|What I've done]]) 20:57, 14 June 2013 (UTC)
==Problems?==
Every time I want to access a page, it asks if I want to download it. It is only after a click the link around 20 times that I can go the page without having to download it. For example, this is what I get if I want I click "Random":
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You have chosen to open: '''Special_Random'''
:which is a: application/x-httpd-php (2.4 KB)
:from: http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net
What should Firefox do with this file?
:Open with [Browse]
:Save File
:Do this automatically for files like this from now on.
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I tested this out with Firefox and Google Chrome, still the same error. Along with this, certain pages are styled strangely - for the editing box for editing the talkpage of the main page, the editing box is rather tiny, and the character palette has all clickable symbols underlined, any of these symbols when clicked doing nothing (with the exception of taking you to the top of the page).

On the front page, there is no light grey "Search" word in the search box, and the UTC clock has disappeared. Sometimes there is a rather medium sized space between the "Due to a security issue..." message and the "Welcome to Bulbapedia!" message. Also, sometimes the green background turns into a white background.

Also, some pages are displayed without the stylesheet.--[[User:NOBODY|NOBODY]] ([[User talk:NOBODY|talk]]) 14:17, 15 July 2013 (UTC)
:Not happening anymore. --[[User:NOBODY|NOBODY]] ([[User talk:NOBODY|talk]]) 14:19, 15 July 2013 (UTC)

== Prerelease policy suggestion ==

(Not sure whether there's a good/easily-seen place to put this, so I'm gonna put it here Just Because.) As I'm sure most people are aware, the disconnect between the Archives and Bulbapedia means that some images are stuck in their old forms for days, weeks, or months after they've been updated on the Archives. Judging by prerelease Pokémon reveals so far this generation, we're getting Sugimori art within hours or a couple of days after we put low-quality CoroCoro scans on our pages, and then the Sugimori art takes a long time to get repaired on our pages. This makes our pages look unpolished for everyone and {{DL|User talk:Reshi643|Would you please|confuses new users, leading them to unnecessarily suggest that the art be updated even though it technically already has been}}. To neutralize this problem, '''I suggest that low-quality prerelease scans use a different image file name than the final artwork'''. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 22:49, 9 August 2013 (UTC)
:As problematic as it is, one of the first reasons against it I have is that if they are uploaded as separate files, we lose the history of the file, and what we had at a specific point in time. I actually find having image histories more important in the long run than removing them in order to fix problems in the short run. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 23:13, 9 August 2013 (UTC)
::Point taken; I hadn't thought about that. As an alternative approach to a solution, is there any possibility of finding a way to lessen the syncing problem itself? Perhaps some kind of way of marking certain images (like these prerelease scans) as "high importance" or something to get the software to attempt to sync them more often? [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 23:46, 9 August 2013 (UTC)
:::On the other hand, keeping the magazine scans as separate images would allow us to keep the history of the Bulbanews articles, in that we would have magazine croppings on the BN article when that was all we had, but the clean artworks when we got those. Ideally though, there would be some way to fix the Archives caches issue. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 07:14, 12 August 2013 (UTC)

== Pokemon - Ken Sugimori Artworks ==

Hi! I would like to ask if ever we could change all Pokemon official high quality Artworks with smaller but unified sizes from Pokemon Zukan Website? It has around 350x300 pixels in size per image and has shadows on it, png type of images. Just asking if it is okay? I just ripped all the Pokemon images from Zukan website, Thank you... --[[User:Gaspershut|''GASPER'']][[User talk:Gaspershut|''shut...'']] 06:35, 12 August 2013 (UTC)
:I don't think shadows are wanted. Also, I think that high resolution images are better as well. For artworks, consistent dimensions is not as important. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 07:15, 12 August 2013 (UTC)
::ahh.. Okay I'm just asking since not all Artworks are available in High Quality.--[[User:Gaspershut|''GASPER'']][[User talk:Gaspershut|''shut...'']] 08:34, 12 August 2013 (UTC)

== Anatomy Vs. Physiology ==

I already asked this if we could change all Physiology to Anatomy under Biology section or add Anatomy to it.It doesn't fit at all, that the description of the Pokemon's body parts is not Physiology. --[[User:Gaspershut|''GASPER'']][[User talk:Gaspershut|''shut...'']] 08:46, 12 August 2013 (UTC)
:The staff are currently working on a new way too present information about this section prior to the release of X+Y. So please be patient. --[[User:Spriteit|Spriteit]] ([[User talk:Spriteit|talk]]) 03:28, 13 August 2013 (UTC)
::I'm not being frantic or anything... actually I'm not hurrying anyone I'm just asking since I already asked it, for I remember, prior the release of Pokemon Black and White. I just noticed it again when I opened my account. Thank You...--[[User:Gaspershut|''GASPER'']][[User talk:Gaspershut|''shut...'']] 12:14, 13 August 2013 (UTC)
:::I didn't think you were, but I can see how my comment may have made it sound otherwise, and I apologise for that. But it's one of the changes that will be implemented when we go through and update all the Pokémon to the new style, so you were heard and listened too :) --[[User:Spriteit|Spriteit]] ([[User talk:Spriteit|talk]]) 12:37, 13 August 2013 (UTC)

== Bug in Uncategorized Categories list ==

There is an issue in the [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Special:UncategorizedCategories Uncategorized categories] list. Most of those in the list are already given categories, but are not registering properly in them. What may have caused this? [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 21:42, 12 August 2013 (UTC)
:Looks like, of those 17 results, only 1 of them should be there. Seems like a server-side issue, as purging the cache didn't do anything. [[User:Schiffy|Schiffy]] ([[User_talk:Schiffy|Speak to me]]|[[Special:Contributions/Schiffy|What I've done]]) 14:06, 13 August 2013 (UTC)
::I see. Well, hopefully the issue gets resolved. Thanks for the reply. [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 17:55, 14 August 2013 (UTC)

Template talk:Other languages

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Talk:List of Pokémon Conquest characters

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I plan on getting the game eventually, but I would like to suggest if these characters could have separate articles so that we can write information about their real life counterparts, and more information on their game characters. I think it would be really beneficial for them to have separate pages. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 16:42, 19 June 2012 (UTC)

:I would agree that the characters get pages on their own, but only if it's limited to [[Pokémon Conquest#Warlords|the notable ones]], as I don't think there wouldn't be much information for "generic" characters such as Koroku and Nagayasu (I think one page will do just fine). --[[User:神奇超龍|'''超龍''']]「'''[[User talk:神奇超龍|對話]]'''」 16:57, 19 June 2012 (UTC)
::I like the idea of having separate articles and real life comparison. But as Chao said, it should be limited to the most significantly notable characters. Also, I forgot to note down the quotes. So, if you plan to work on the articles, it will be great if you can note down the quotes as well (especially during the kingdom battles). I will try to do it myself as well but it is not possible for me to do it for the characters who appear early in the game, unless I reset my progress. ♫♪ [[User:Adyniz|'''エイデ''']][[User talk:Adyniz|'''ィニズ''']] ♪♫ 17:05, 19 June 2012 (UTC)

:::Also, I think we should at least note the names of the real life counterparts to the non-notable ones, although they're not easy to figure out. Moving on, will anyone be doing sprites? ({{tt|There are around 300|Then again, I could be exaggerating}}) --[[User:神奇超龍|'''超龍''']]「'''[[User talk:神奇超龍|對話]]'''」 17:14, 19 June 2012 (UTC)

== One character's name seems to be in question ==

Do we use [http://www.pokemonconquest.com/en-us/character/ayagozen Aya or Ayagozen?] [[User:ArcToraphim|Luna Tiger]] * the [[User talk:ArcToraphim|Arc]] [[Special:Contributions/ArcToraphim|Toraph]] 01:41, 29 June 2012 (UTC)
:Hmm...Gozen is a honorific, so her name is "Aya". Guess we'll go with that. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 01:51, 29 June 2012 (UTC)
::I'm kind of going with Aya. It's like N. We still call him N, but we make a mention on his page what his full name is. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 02:03, 29 June 2012 (UTC)
:::I'll go with whatever the game calls her (which seems to be Aya). The official site had some inconsistencies with the kingdom names (e.g. Aurora/Primus, Greenleaf/Arbora/Sylvan). And we had at least two other characters ({{tt|Kai|Kaihime}} and {{tt|Ina|Inahime}}) whose names were shortened. The only problem with this now is that there's another character named [[Aya]], so I suggest moving that to "Aya (Kanto)", and have Ayagozen's page be called as "Aya (Ransei)". --[[User:神奇超龍|'''超龍''']]「'''[[User talk:神奇超龍|對話]]'''」 05:05, 29 June 2012 (UTC)
::::We'll cross that bridge once the characters start getting their articles (I'm pretty sure we all have ideas on how to handle everything involved with the region; what if she doesn't get a full-blown article?). That said, there are quite a number of minor characters that have historical relevance (and not simply just the ones with profiles and unique art). Would we be adding that information here or should there be a separate "facts you didn't want to know connecting Conquest to Japanese history" page, since there's no telling how much it would take up and how much we could slip in to other pages with their connections (since some seem entirely unrelated to any of the "important" characters). [[User:ArcToraphim|Luna Tiger]] * the [[User talk:ArcToraphim|Arc]] [[Special:Contributions/ArcToraphim|Toraph]] 11:58, 29 June 2012 (UTC)
:::::My plan was to make a page for every kingdom. We can put character bios on there perhaps? I need to get back into playing this game. I have a lot of stuff planned out for it, I was just going slowly so I could record character names and teams, but this page will help with that. I need to update the [[Template:Sidegame|Sidegame template]] with a box for Conquest. I'll upload a bunch of sprites, and all the Pokemon too. I'll just need help with identifying some of the characters, if some of you'd like to sit down and help with that sometime. :) [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 18:54, 29 June 2012 (UTC)

== Free Warriors ==

I think that while they have a "start" location, they don't necessarily stick around there. Morikiyo (listed for Viperia) and Tomonobu (listed for Illusio) can both also be found in Cragspur. Do we give the free Warriors their own section and then give them a "found in" whatever, or do we put their entry under whichever kingdoms they can be found in? As in Morikiyo would be listed under both the Kingdom of Viperia and the Kingdom of Cragspur (and whatever other kingdoms he's found in). Granted, the second option will kill the page, but throwing it out there anyway. [[User:ArcToraphim|Luna Tiger]] * the [[User talk:ArcToraphim|Arc]] [[Special:Contributions/ArcToraphim|Toraph]] 15:43, 5 July 2012 (UTC)
:From what I can tell, any non-leader Warlord (any with silver backgrounds instead of gold) can randomly be found in any nation, and don't really have any discernable allegiance. Of course, that might just be when you get to the special episodes. --[[User:RiverAura|River]][[User_Talk:RiverAura|Aura]] 03:42, 17 July 2012 (UTC)
::Boes that also go for the Warlords' initial vassels? Because you'd think those guys would stick with their initial kingdoms, given they all seem pretty dedicated to their lords. [[User:ArcToraphim|Luna Tiger]] * the [[User talk:ArcToraphim|Arc]] [[Special:Contributions/ArcToraphim|Toraph]] 13:09, 18 July 2012 (UTC)
:::If you mean the ones with the gold backgrounds (like Yukimura or Aya), they stick with specific kingdoms (I believe the game refers to them as junior Warlord leaders or something to that extent). I was just referring to the regular warriors (indicated by a silver background).--[[User:RiverAura|River]][[User_Talk:RiverAura|Aura]] 02:00, 19 July 2012 (UTC)

== Organization ==

I think it would be better to sort the page first into two categories- Warlords (those with unique portraits and gold backgrounds) and Warriors or Free Warriors (those with generic portraits and silver backgrounds), then list them alphabetically. Sorting by kingdom makes little sense, considering how many free warriors can be found in various places at random, and how certain warlords (I'm looking at you, Ranmaru) can start in more than one different kingdom depending on the story being played. Alternatively, they could be listed in the default order from the game's gallery, but I think that would be less intuitive for anyone who's not looking something up while they have the game in their hands... --[[User:ACDragonMaster|ACDragonMaster]] ([[User talk:ACDragonMaster|talk]]) 20:13, 22 July 2012 (UTC)

== Error ==

There appears to be some sort of problem with the third-to-last image in the gallery at the bottom. [[User:Drake Clawfang|Drake Clawfang]] ([[User talk:Drake Clawfang|talk]]) 13:39, 26 December 2012 (UTC)

== Gender ==
Scene many of the game mechanics uses gender for many things (notably:{{DL|Warrior Skill|Cupid}}, {{DL|Warrior Skill|Viper's Bite}}, and the {{DL|List of Pokémon Conquest stories|Ransei's Greatest Beauty stories}}) should the genders be noted for each Warrior?[[User:TrainerX493|TrainerX493]] ([[User talk:TrainerX493|talk]]) 07:26, 29 April 2013 (UTC)

== "The reason he was chosen to be the player's first ally, apart from Oichi" ==

I think it's random. I mean, I got Rikyū (with Run Away Darumaka) as first Warrior. [[User:Marked +-+-+|Marked +-+-+]] ([[User talk:Marked +-+-+|talk]]) 12:27, 14 August 2013 (UTC)

== Female Merchant attire patterning ==

In regards to what is currently the article's only trivia point, the character design used for the female Merchant (green hair) appears to feature deliberate patterning as well. If anyone is able to make out what it supposed to depict (if anything), please add it. [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 13:48, 16 August 2013 (UTC)

Talk:Novelty Pokémon

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==Smeargle==

Smeargle is in the OU tier, but the article states that it is not used frequently[[User:Edge578|Edge578]] 17:22, 15 July 2009 (UTC)
:We generally don't base the content of the articles here off of Smogon's tiers. [[User:Missingno. Master|Missingno. Master]] wants YOU! [[User:Missingno. Master/The Order of the Glitch/Bulbapedia Branch|Join the Order of the Glitch!]] [[User talk: Missingno. Master|(my talk page)]] 18:03, 15 July 2009 (UTC)

=='Cute' Pokémon==

should we list some of the pokemon that seem to only be there to attr4act customers (eg. Pichu, Pachirisu etc) --[[User:Titan|TiT]][[User_Talk:Titan|An]] 18:16, 20 August 2009 (UTC)
:That would be too opinionated. Some people might think that Probopass is cute, and want to add it to this list. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 22:12, 20 August 2009 (UTC)

== Why is Pachirisu novelty? ==

It has decent stats. I don't see why it's in here. --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 03:05, 9 October 2009 (UTC)

:It's novelty because its stats are not competitive-reliable. A combination of Speed and Special Defense for an Electric Pokemon is weird. It does not have very high Special Attack, like most Electrics do. Its movepool is extremely shadowed, and its paper-thin regular Defense stat really hurts its butt. [[User:Timson622222|Timson622222]] 03:20, 9 October 2009 (UTC)
::Those are all good reasons for why Pachirisu isn't viable competitively, but they don't make it a novelty (That's not intended as a slight at Timson622222, since the question did relate to stats). I really think the definition of novelty Pokémon needs to be tightened, before this page ends up listing every non-evolving Pokémon with poor stats. Pachirisu, Volbeat, Luvdisc and Sableye don't have any compelling reasons to be here. Even Farfetch'd is stretching things a bit, to be honest.[[User:Bikini Miltank|Bikini Miltank]] 21:25, 14 October 2009 (UTC)
:::So in your opinion, what IS a novelty Pokemon? Oh yeah, and Luvdisc is pathetic. [[User:Timson622222|Timson622222]] 00:42, 15 October 2009 (UTC)
::::In my opinion? A Pokémon designed around a particular novelty or gimmick, in terms of in-game function. Thus you have Ditto, Kecleon, Castform, Unown, Smeargle and so on. Spinda's gimmick is purely cosmetic, but it probably qualifies too. Your opinion on the parameters may vary, but that's my understanding of the term.
::::Now, it's true that the article as currently written defines a novelty Pokémon as basically any non-evolving weak Pokémon with a shallow movepool. Firstly, this has never been my understanding of the term 'novelty Pokémon', and secondly, if we're going to use that definition then we might as well give up now, since what constitutes a weak Pokémon is highly subjective. [[User:Bikini Miltank|Bikini Miltank]] 11:12, 16 October 2009 (UTC)
:::::Most Pokémon on that list have something unique. My opinion is that Sableye (unique type combination, so what? unique abilities, others have them too), Kecleon (again, unique abilities), Volbeat ([[Signature move]] is for that), Delibird (see the previous one), Luvdisc (unique held item, so what?) and Pachirisu (NOTHING special) do not belong here. Others have something notable to mention. '''UltimateSephiroth''' ([[User:UltimateSephiroth|about me]] · [[User talk:UltimateSephiroth|chat]] · [[Special:Contributions/UltimateSephiroth|edits]]) 11:31, 16 October 2009 (UTC)
::::::I agree with Pachirisu being taken off. The page only puts Pachirisu there because of it being "weak" and the only other reason it gives is that it can learn Super Fang. By that definition Rattata should be on this list. [[User:Turtwig A|Turt]][[wig]] [[Turtwig (Pokémon)|A]] '''''[[Special:Contributions/Turtwig_A|Contributions]]''''' '''''[[User talk:Turtwig A|Talk]]''''' 11:40, 16 October 2009 (UTC)
:::::::Additionally, the assumption that these Pokémon are "novelty Pokémon" means that the list may not be able to remain very consistent. After all, Pachirisu could be made infinitely more usable if given a stronger evolution. Ditto (not the Pokémon!) for Farfetch'd and Sableye, although I think Luvdisc's only real role being a source for Heart Scales, it's plenty appropriate on this list. Similarly, Volbeat and Illumise were basically made for the same reason as Plusle and Minun: to showcase the double battle system. --[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] 11:57, 16 October 2009 (UTC)
:There's a case to be made for Kecleon remaining, at least. Kecleon is built around its unique ability, whereas the same can't be said for Sableye, which only has Stall in 50% of cases. Back in Gen 1, Porygon's possession of two unique moves, one of them (Conversion) being rather quirky, might have put it in contention for this list too. Of course, if we're restricting this list to Pokémon with no evolutions, then it no longer qualifies.
:We need to decide which features define novelty Pokémon, and which are features that novelty Pokémon just usually have. The most contentious one, to my mind, is 'weakness'. Does a Pokémon have to be weak in order to qualify as a novelty, or is it just the case that most novelty Pokémon happen to be weak? You can make the case for either. The term 'novelty' does imply something that is entertaining but of limited practical use. On the other hand, Arceus is designed around the Multitype gimmick, and certainly isn't weak.
:I'm willing to be persuaded either way on this. I just think that we need some proper criteria for inclusion, be they strict or inclusive, because right now the article is very muddled. [[User:Bikini Miltank|Bikini Miltank]] 14:43, 16 October 2009 (UTC)

== Abra ==

Do you think Abra could be classed as a novelty Pokémon? Although it has useful evolutions, it is not particularly useful unevolved, except for Teleporting. And being able to teleport is a novelty! [[User:Taromon777|'''''Taromon''''']] 22:00, 19 December 2009 (UTC)
:Pokemon that evolve arent novelty because they evolve. also, Abra can learn TMs, making it useful. -- '''[[User:MAGNEDETH|MAG]][[User:MAGNEDETH#Interesting Stuff|NE]][[User talk:MAGNEDETH|DETH]]''' 22:11, 19 December 2009 (UTC)

== Illumise ==

Volbeat is classified here (and to be honest, I agree). However shouldn't that classify Illumise as one as well. I think that they, like Plusle and Minun, where added for the sake of double battles. --[[User:Hyurnat4|Hyurnat4]] 22:15, 20 December 2009 (UTC)

== Legitimacy of this page ==

Is it just me, or is this page really just a list of of Pokémon that people consider weak? Rather then ones with unusual gimmicks to them. It may need a rewrite to reflect this... [[User:PDL|PDL]] 04:13, 12 January 2010 (UTC)
:Agree with you on that one. Basically this page considers every small non-legendary Pokémon that can't evolve as novelty. I trained a Pachirisu before, and it's actually stronger than a Pikachu. Yet it's on this page and Pikachu isn't.

:I believed novelty Pokémon as ones that have something particularly unique about them (like the learn only one move or have different forms). But now it just means "weak" Pokémon. --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 05:29, 12 January 2010 (UTC)
::Which ones do you specifically find fault with? I agree, a Pokémon should not be listed here because it is not useful in battle. So let's have some discussion about what doesn't belong. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 07:56, 12 January 2010 (UTC)
:::Farfetch'd, Sableye, Volbeat, Luvdisc, and Pachirisu. They don't have any real visible gimmicks to them. --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 09:43, 12 January 2010 (UTC)
::::Luvdisc and Heart Scale? —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 09:54, 12 January 2010 (UTC)
:::::Combee and Honey? Paras/Parasect and Mushrooms? How come those are not there but Luvdisc is? --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 21:18, 12 January 2010 (UTC)
::::::Paras(ect) wasn't created for the sake of giving out mushrooms, it got that "attribute" in GSC, therefore it doesn't count. Though Combee/Vespiqueen might fit in the novelty category, not only for giving out honeys, but also for being created to showcase Gen IV's "feature" of gender-based evolutions. - [[User:Pokéman|Pokéman]] 23:52, 12 January 2010 (UTC)
:::::::Oh. And how do you know that Luvdisc was created solely for giving out Heart Scales? Did you ask its creators? --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 04:27, 13 January 2010 (UTC)
::::::::Because a) They're heart-shaped, b) they debuted in the same gen as Heart Scales (unlike Paras which debuted a gen prior to the introduction of mushrooms as items), c) they're the main source of Heart Scales (the other source, the use of the Itemfinder, doesn't provide you with infinite scales), and d) providing with Heart Scales is the only thing they're good at? - [[User:Pokéman|Pokéman]] 04:50, 13 January 2010 (UTC)
:::::::::That's all a matter of opinion. Unless you have words from the creator that they were only made for getting Heart Scales then it's speculations. And not every Luvdisc holds a Heart Scale. Also, it seems the only reason that Paras isn't a gimmick Pokémon is because it happened to be made BEFORE Gen II. Well who's to say that they didn't make Luvdisc first and then the Heart Scales? So was Bibarel made to give out Oran Berries? --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 04:58, 13 January 2010 (UTC)
::::::::::''"It seems the only reason that Paras isn't a gimmick Pokémon is because it happened to be made BEFORE Gen II."''
::::::::::If you're trying to say that I'm defending it just because I'm biased in favor of Gen I Pokémon, then you're wrong. I have no problem with Ditto or Farfetch'd being here.
::::::::::''"Well who's to say that they didn't make Luvdisc first and then the Heart Scales?"''
::::::::::The same could be said about most Pokémon in the list. Who's to say that they didn't make Smeargle first and then the move Sketch?
::::::::::''"So was Bibarel made to give out Oran Berries?"''
::::::::::Was Bibarel introduced along with Oran Berries? Is Bibarel shaped like a Oran Berry? Is Bibarel the only Pokémon that can be found holding a Oran Berry? Then bad comparison. - [[User:Pokéman|Pokéman]] 05:33, 13 January 2010 (UTC)
:::::::::::"Providing Heart Scales is the only thing they're good at"
::::::::::: That's sounds like a biased statement. Unlike with Smeargle, they actually do more than just hold Heart Scales. They are compatible with many TMs and HMs and can learn a variety of different moves by leveling up.

::::::::::: Smeargle is an entirely different story. The only thing it can do is learn Sketch. It's painfully obvious that's its gimmick. It doesn't matter whether the move Sketch was first or not. Sketch is all Smeargle can do. Another difference between Smeargle.

::::::::::: And Luvdisc isn't exactly the main source of Heart Scales anymore. While that was the most effected way to get them in Generation III, You neglected to mention the mass amounts of Heart Scales found in the Underground in Sinnoh. It's a way more effective way of obtaining them. Of course, this doesn't do any good in HGSS, but Luvdisc can't be found at all in those game. --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 06:58, 13 January 2010 (UTC)

its a fanon term, so its definition lies solely on the fans. for example, Pachirisu is useable, but most fans consider them a novelty because they are severely outclassed by other Pokemon that do the same job. -- '''[[User:MAGNEDETH|MAG]][[User:MAGNEDETH#Interesting Stuff|NE]][[User talk:MAGNEDETH|DETH]]''' 07:44, 13 January 2010 (UTC)
:But there are a lot of fans HERE who are disputing which Pokémon on the list could truly be considered novelty. In fact, everywhere that I've seen such a list the acceptance of its contents has been anything but unanimous. Couldn't the list be revised in accordance with some of these (IMO) well thought-out and logical arguments?
:(I too have issues with some of the things on this list. Pachirisu is hardly just a novelty Pokémon, as it is one of the few Pokémon which can have the ability Pickup. And Farfetch'd is the only flying-type which can have False Swipe by normal means.) --[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] 12:27, 13 January 2010 (UTC)
::it refers to competitive battling. using a Pokemon for False Swipe or Pickup is honestly, exactly what "novelty" is. -- '''[[User:MAGNEDETH|MAG]][[User:MAGNEDETH#Interesting Stuff|NE]][[User talk:MAGNEDETH|DETH]]''' 22:43, 14 January 2010 (UTC)
:::3 things, first off Scyther learns False Swipe naturally and is Flying-Type (Yes, i know what you meant XD). Second, why is Ditto on the list? I use him, and none of my friends can beat the whole 'can ''perfectly'' turn into your opponent's pokemon' thing, especially if you give it all around items like Wise Glasses or Muscle Band. Third, why is Shuckle here?! Seriously have you ever heard of Power Swap (Might be Power Trick, not sure right now), it gives it an IMMENSE offense... But yes i do agree some pokemon are just gimmicks and are of no real use, but some are just unusual and have a practical yet uncommon use. Please let's not make this a 'big' thing, I simply think that some pokemon are wrongly confined here, but some not so much... Why does Luvdisc even exist still, I thought they died out after the underground came into existence... - [[User:Geomexis|Geomexis]] 00:08, 18 January 2010 (UTC)
:Ditto is one of the only Pokémon to learn Transform. Shuckle can get Berry Juice. Luvdisc I don't know. [[User:Turtwig A|Turt]][[wig]] [[Turtwig (Pokémon)|A]] ([[User talk:Turtwig A|talk]] | [[Special:Contributions/Turtwig A|contribs]]) 00:34, 18 January 2010 (UTC)
::Ditto can do a lot of things on the battle, but it cant to any of them well. its so slow it probably wont even survive long enough for it to Transform. if you are beating someone using a Ditto, they better re-evaluate their team, because it really sucks. Shuckle i admit is arguable, not because of Power Trick (which btw makes its defense 10 and leaves it completely open to death) but because it is a tank, which can be useable to some people. Luvdisc is pretty much the definition of novelty. it is outclassed on the battlefield by even some unevolved Pokemon. -- '''[[User:MAGNEDETH|MAG]][[User:MAGNEDETH#Interesting Stuff|NE]][[User talk:MAGNEDETH|DETH]]''' 01:05, 18 January 2010 (UTC)

I agree with Sableye and Farfetch'd not being her. In Sapphire, Sable was one of my team members, it kicked ass, in pkmn yellow my strongest poké was a traded in Farfetch'd.
Probably can be said the same for Luvdisc and Pachirisu as well (I think Pachirisu is here mainly because the previous gens' "Pikachu-clones" Minun and Plusle are here.)
There needs to be a set definite for what "gimmick" means, I mean hell, I used to think Lickitung was pretty gimmicky, with it's tongue and stuff (to much sushi caper in pokémon stadium lol)ZaphodBeeblebrox 15:28, 7 May 2010 (UTC)

== The Point? ==

I don't see the point of this article. It is not giving information, and has basically become a battleground. Does anyone have a reason for keeping it up? I mean a good reason?[[User:StarlightCoordinator|Starlight is Beauty...]] 17:54, 24 January 2010 (UTC)

== ??? ==

Farfetched via trade in Generation I? Can someone explain how this happens, and why it is novelty. In Sapphire i trained a Farfetch'd and it was amazing in power! [[User:SpecialK|SpecialK Leiks Lucario and The Celebi Glitch]] 19:02, 15 February 2010 (UTC)
:{{p|Farfetch'd|Farfetch'd?}} [[Stats#Attack|Amazing in power?]] {{m|Chatter|Tell me}} [[April Fool's Day 2010|you're not serious.]] {{m|Chatter|We ''ARE'' talking about}} [[Pokémon cloning|the same]] {{p|Farfetch'd}} [[Bulbapedia|here,]] [[Question marks|aren't we?]] {{p|Farfetch'd|Farfetch'd's}} [[stats]] {{m|Whirlpool|are in the toilet,}} [[IQ|you know.]] {{p|Farfetch'd}}[[Novelty Pokémon| is novelty because of]][[Stats| its horrible stats, ]][[Normal (type)|its commo]][[Flying (type)|n type combination, and the fact that ]][[Generation I|in Generation I,]][[Trade| you have to trade for it.]] [[Special:Random|And yes, ]][[User:Missingno. Master|I]][[Effort values| have nothing better to do than ]][[Special:Random|linking all this text like this.]] - ''unsigned comment from [[User:Missingno. Master|Missingno. Master]] ([[User talk:Missingno. Master|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Missingno._Master|contribs]])'' 17:11, 8 July 2010 (UTC)

== worthless ==

honestly this topic should be taken down the only pokemon that actually belong here are ditto and unown the rest of which have just as much use as any other especially smeargle and kecleon which is see used it high tier battles all the time to say smeargle is useless cause it can only learn sketch is pathetic since sketch can be any move you want it to be including a moveset such as spore,substitute,any stat enhancing move, baton pass and yes it is mentioned that it can baton pass moves that cant usually be done but that is a major thing allowing belly drum to be baton passed into already strong pokemon to make some of the most insane tanks

and with pachirisu not having an ability is better than it having slack off or some other hindering ability

plusle and minun dont have to be used in a duo at all alone that can be very useful and together they can be even better

luvdisc and burmy dont belong here yes they are weak but they are still useable

castform is really good especially if u have abomasnow kyogre or groudon in ur team or another weather inducing pokemon

sableye doesnt belong here ive seen it used multiple times especially with high priority moves

and i can keep going so honestly just take this page down

edit:7/22/10 yea and now lovedisc is evolving this category is crap remove this page {{unsigned|Ares5566}}
:Novelty does not mean useless. Please take the time to read the header section of the article, which clearly specifies that "novelty Pokémon" have unique or "gimmicky" characteristics. For reference, Luvdisc has not been confirmed to evolve yet. For all we know, it could simply be an Isshu counterpart BUT we won't be discussing that here (see {{bp|talk page}} guidelines). —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 04:41, 22 July 2010 (UTC)

== Shedinja ==

I think Shedinja would be a good addition to this article. Its unique evolution, signature ability, and lame stats make it a definite Pokémon to include here. I also agree with the removal of Pachirisu from this article.

--[[User:Earfone445|Earfone445]] 22:05, 2 August 2010 (UTC)

== Possible Additions ==

Some of these could be in the article, not sure if they all need to be there however;
*Abra (Something of a novelty due to its unique and only move Teleport, making it difficult to capture, was the only Pokemon aside from its evolutions to learn the move by level up)
*Voltorb/Electrode (Gen I-IV only, created as item mimics)
*Lickitung/Mr. Mime/Jynx (Gen I only, Much like Farfetch'd, they were only available through in game trades, unlike Farfetch'd and Lickitung who can be caught in the wild in Yellow, Jynx and Mr. Mime could not be obtained any other way except trading from Gen II))
*Eevee (Gen I only, created to showcase evolution by stone, was also the only Pokemon with a branched evolution)
*Togepi (Gen II only, given to the player in G/S to showcase the addition of Pokemon Eggs and Breeding)
*Feebas (Gen III & IV, only evolves by high beauty condition (trading too in Gen V) to showcase the addition of Contests and Contest Conditions, also has a unique capture method)
*Spiritomb (Unique capture method to showcase the Sinnoh Underground)
*Hippopotas/Hippowdon (created to showcase the addition of gender differences)
*Arceus (Unique form-changing ability)
*Hihidaruma (Unique form-changing Ability, albeit a hidden one)
:I would prefer some feedback before I add these, but please do not use the "This Pokemon evolves" excuse (which should actually be removed from the page), as Burmy evolves into Wormadam and Mothim, but is still a novelty as it showcases both the location-based evolutions and the gender-based evolutions. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 01:41, 11 December 2010 (UTC)
::Also, the bits in Castform & Kecleon description about being difficult to use in battle sounds to opinionated. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 01:45, 11 December 2010 (UTC)
:::This whole article is an opinion. I don't know why it exists still. And I still believe Pachirisu has no business being here.

:::The definition of a novelty Pokémon is a weak Pokémon serves no purpose other than to be a collectible. So none of the Pokémon you listed qualify because they have higher attack power, evolve, or are legendary. --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 01:54, 11 December 2010 (UTC)
::::Being a Novelty has absolutely nothing to do with how strong a Pokemon is, it is whether or not they are gimmicky, Castform and Shedinja are powerful but are still novelty, and Pachirisu has already been removed. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 02:03, 11 December 2010 (UTC)
:::::the page exists in the same vein as {{pkmn2|Pseudo-legendary}} in that it is both technically opinion, and widely accepted by the fandom. the power of said Pokemon IS supposed to play a role in this, but due to a lot of people insisting that said Pokemon (like Pachi) are "powerful in their own way", it has been hard to govern this page. personally, i think Pachi basically defines "novelty Pokemon" but thats another story. -- '''[[User:MAGNEDETH|MAG]][[Special:Contributions/MAGNEDETH|NE]][[User talk:MAGNEDETH|DETH]]''' 02:07, 11 December 2010 (UTC)
::::::At least pseudo legends have some standards. Base stat total and 3 stage evolution. With novelty, it seems like it's "You're tiny and can't evolve. Novelty!" --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 02:17, 11 December 2010 (UTC)
:I partly agree with Kenji-girl that Arceus, being a legendary, probably shouldnt be on the page, the rest, especially Spiritomb, Hippopotas and Feebas, deserve a mention
:I cannot however, see anything unique or novelty about Pachirisu, other than it is obviously a PikaClone like Emonga, Plusle & Minun (and to a lesser extent Azuril, Marill and Azumarill) and too many pokemon learn Super Fang for that to be mentioned '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 02:25, 11 December 2010 (UTC)
::i think some concrete rules should be considered. and i dont think Super Fang has anything to do with it. it doesnt make them ultimately power, just gives them at least one good attack. i mean, if something is a clear "Pika-clone" then that almost instantly makes it a novelty, seeing as it basically makes it the Pikachu of that region (and technically pointless). -- '''[[User:MAGNEDETH|MAG]][[Special:Contributions/MAGNEDETH|NE]][[User talk:MAGNEDETH|DETH]]''' 02:35, 11 December 2010 (UTC)
:::When I mentioned Super Fang, I was referring to the description that was previously on the page for Pachisiru; "''Pachirisu have very low offensive stats and none of its abilities have any effect in battle; however, is one of the few Pokémon able to learn Super Fang.''", but yes, I suppose it could be noted on the page that it is the regional Pikachu, although I had been under the impression that it would have been seen as opinion. And what rules do you have in mind? '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 02:47, 11 December 2010 (UTC)
::::I think abra, magikarp and phione are novelty pokémon. Abra because it only learns teleport, magikarp because it learns splash untill level 15 and Phione because it is an entirely inferior version of Manaphy. --[[User:Grrgrrgrr1000|Grrgrrgrr1000]] 14:56, 23 December 2010 (UTC)
:::::Abra and Magikarp aren't novelty, they evolve into powerful Pokémon. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 03:42, 24 December 2010 (UTC)
::::::I have included Wobbuffet, Phione and Basslao, because they are novelty as well.--[[User:Grrgrrgrr1000|Grrgrrgrr1000]] 10:30, 25 December 2010 (UTC)
:::::::I also have added Delcatty and Tornelos.--[[User:Grrgrrgrr1000|Grrgrrgrr1000]] 11:12, 25 December 2010 (UTC)
:Simply having a unique ability is not notable enough to be a novelty, Tournelos is a legendary, and it is debatable whether or not Legendaries should be included in the list, since in a sense, all Legendaries are unique and novelty. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 14:29, 25 December 2010 (UTC)
::Well, I am glad my additions for Wobbuffet and Basslao have been accepted. And I expected the removal of Tornelos. But I still find Delcatty should be there. She is more novelty than Luvdisc or Farfetch'd. Her ability to use Thunder Wave on Ground Pokémon with Normalize is very gimmick.--[[User:Grrgrrgrr1000|Grrgrrgrr1000]] 16:34, 25 December 2010 (UTC)
We REALLY should get a definition on what constitutes as a "Novelty" before adding any Pokémon to the list.

My definition is this: A Pokémon that needs to rely on a certain straedgy to function in battle. Other attributes such as evolutions, strength, alternate formes or showing of a gameplay mechanic are optional, but if the Pokémon's whole purpose is to rely on that single straegdy and the player is unable to change this, that's what makes it a novelty. [[User:PDL|PDL]] 17:23, 25 December 2010 (UTC)
:::Yes, I was surpried no-one had added Wobbuffet before (how I could have missed it?), but Ground-types can be paralyzed by non-Electric moves like Body Slam, Secret Power and Lick. As for the legendaries, it is debatable, but I suppose ''really'' gimmicky ones like Arceus could be added. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 17:26, 25 December 2010 (UTC)
::::The definition of Novel according to Wikipedia: ''that which is striking, original or unusual'' '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 17:30, 25 December 2010 (UTC)

== "Table" ==

Does anyone else see the "table" as a bit broken? There is no major border, and there are slight gaps in it. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 13:38, 26 December 2010 (UTC)
:That's because each "cell" in the "table" is actually a separate table. Fixing. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 04:57, 27 December 2010 (UTC)

== Mew ==
I'm surprised I don't see Mew here, as it has what seem to be placeholder stats (all 100's) has the unique ability to learn all TMs, is an event/glitch exclusive Pokémon, etc, etc... [[User:Silentspring|Silentspring]] 20:45, 19 May 2011 (UTC)

==Hippopotas==
I think it's a stretch to call Hippopotas and Hippowdon novelty Pokémon, because a) their gender differences being the greatest is extremely subjective (What about Wobbufett? Noticability isn't just about the quantity of variation, but the quality), and b) I don't recall any advertising or marketing calling attention to their differences (Usually they went with more well known Pokémon like Pikachu). --[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] [[User talk:AndyPKMN|(talk)]] 12:41, 20 May 2011 (UTC)

==Some of these Pokémon seem Unfitting==
The description of the page points out that the novelty Pokémon are mainly not very good in battle, have low stats, etc.. Some of the Pokémon that seem useful/unfitting to the supposed requirements that are on here include:
*Arceus - All it says is it has a unique ability (And it says it has the HIGHEST base stat total of any Pokémon, which is practically the opposite of a novelty Pokémon)
*Manaphy/Deoxys/Meloetta/Genesect - Legendary Pokémon aren't useless in battle - they have high bast stat totals.
*Darmanitan - The reason that they are novelty Pokémon just doesn't seem right. It is basically saying they are novelty Pokémon because they have interchangeable forms (which is getting common).
*Cherrim/Castform - They seem novelty for the exact same reason (except Castform has more forms) which makes them less unique.
*Rotom/Basculin - 4 abilities and six forms are more unique than novelty.

It just confuses me that these Pokémon are novelty, and yet Pachirisu and Farfetch'd, two practically useless Pokémon, aren't novelty... [[User:Swampert Man|Swampert Man]][[User talk:Swampert Man|''Swampert'']] [[Special:Contributions/Swampert Man|''is Awesome!'']] 18:15, 10 June 2011 (UTC)
:I've reworded the intro slightly, but all those that you mentioned do fit the definition of novelty in one way or another. And form changing is novel. Also, useless does not automatically mean novelty. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 21:36, 10 June 2011 (UTC)

== Chatot RNG? ==

The entry for Chatot mentions it's move Chatter is essential in [[RNG]] abuse, however none of the articles on that, on [[Chatot (Pokémon)|Chatot]], nor on the move [[Chatter (move)|Chatter]] mentions anything on this. Is there any evidence to back up this claim? Chatot seems to fit on this list because of it's move Chatter, but the part about RNG abuse doesn't even seem to be accurate. If anyone knows more, consider adding a section to the Chatot page, and linking to there from this article. [[User:Jordan042|Jordan042]] 18:26, 7 December 2011 (UTC)

==Marill==

Wouldn't {{p|Marill}} still be considered novelty because of Pikablu? The above [[Special:Contributions/Wildgoose|comment]] is [[User talk: Wildgoose|supported]] by [[User:Wildgoose|Wildgoose]]. 00:44, 18 March 2012 (UTC)
:... How does Pikablu have anything to do with this? It's just a fan nickname/rumor from back when most of the fandom didn't know what Marill really was. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] 00:48, 18 March 2012 (UTC)
::Still. If Pachirisu is there, then so should Marill. Besides, if you saw the hype about Pikablu in some areas, you'd agree with me. The above [[Special:Contributions/Wildgoose|comment]] is [[User talk: Wildgoose|supported]] by [[User:Wildgoose|Wildgoose]]. 01:02, 18 March 2012 (UTC)
:::Pachirisu is on the "former novelty" list with Marill, so I'm not sure what you even mean by that. And no matter how much Pikablu got around in the fandom back then it still has no bearing on Marill's status as a novelty Pokemon- it's something invented by the fans, not something Gamefreak deliberately did with it when they created it. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] 16:00, 18 March 2012 (UTC)

== Arceus ==

Why would Aeceus be here? Generally Pokémon with awesome stats wouldn't be considered a novelty but a sweeper. Chowolun 02:17, 10 April 2012 (UTC) [[User:Lucario985]]

== Emolga ==

While I have no problem with being considered a novelty, I think theres more to it: Its in battle animation. It has probably one of the most adorable in battle animations, and does a great job of demonstrating that whole system, in addition to it being a pikachu-like. But this is subjective so didnt want to add anything til I heard commends on it. I still think its a novelty, just for more than one reason.
:Forgot to sign. [[User:PowerPlantRaichu|PowerPlantRaichu]] 03:42, 1 June 2012 (UTC)

== Legitimacy of Novelty Pokemon ==

Since this talk page is almost all debates for or against why or why not a pokemon is considered novelty, why don't we add a section to the table that says "reason against" or something like that? For example, Sableye says it was the only pokemon with no weaknesses and has the ability stall, this is under the "reason" section of the table, then, under the "reason against" section of the table it could include how Stall is only it's ability half of the time and is no longer the only pokemon with no weaknesses. This would help remove the bias of the page. ([[User:Hijinga|Hijinga]] ([[User talk:Hijinga|talk]]) 04:22, 19 June 2012 (UTC))

== Beldum ==

Is {{p|Beldum}} a novelty Pokémon? It has a low catch rate, and wild Beldum (excluding Dream World Beldum) have {{m|Take Down}} as their only move. Is {{p|Delcatty}} applicable too? [[Special:Contributions/Enervation|~]][[User:Enervation|Enervation]] 16:40, 30 September 2012 (UTC)
:Beldum I can see, but why Delcatty? [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] ([[User talk:Yamiidenryuu|talk]]) 22:08, 30 September 2012 (UTC)

== Zorua/Zoroark ==

They both have a unique, gimmicky ability (Illusion) and were event-exclusive non-legendaries in Black and White, before being able to obtain N's Zorua in Black 2/White 2 (if I don't make any mistake). --[[User:JustPassing|JustPassing]] ([[User talk:JustPassing|talk]]) 22:58, 31 March 2013 (UTC)

== Deletion discussion ==

I don't think this article is notable. All of the criteria it lists are fairly arbitrary and don't satisfactorily separate Pokemon that are clearly gimmicky (Unown, Wobbuffet, Kecleon, etc) from those that I doubt most people would say are gimmicky, but meet the criteria anyway (Abra, Mr. Mime, Arceus, etc), while excluding some Pokemon that are clearly gimmicky but do not meet the criteria (Plusle, Minun, Pachirisu, and Emolga, for a start). There's an inherent gray area between gimmicky and non-gimmicky that I don't think anybody can draw a line through that will be acceptable to a large majority of people, so it's better not to include such a strongly non-neutral stance at all on a fact-based encyclopedia such as this. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 22:04, 18 July 2013 (UTC)
:I don't see myself using this page much, if at all, nor do I see a point in keeping this article. I'm certain some may have views that differ from this list. That said, I support deleting this. [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 23:55, 18 July 2013 (UTC)
::The premise of this article is inherently unencyclopedic. Let's hear why it should stay in the mainspace. [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 16:13, 20 July 2013 (UTC)
:::I think it should be deleted. You can see from this page and the [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Novelty_Pok%C3%A9mon&action=history article's history] that what is a unique feature is very subjective and that the criteria itself varies a lot between people.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 17:20, 20 July 2013 (UTC)
::::I agree with the deletion. I admit that I have looked at this before and thought "why are they listed here?" ☆[[User:Solar Dragon|The]] [[User talk:Solar Dragon|Solar]] [[Special:Contributions/Solar Dragon|Dragon]]☆ 17:30, 20 July 2013 (UTC)
:::::I also have to agree with deleting this page. It's subjective, and the criteria makes it so that what Pokémon are listed seem almost random. I definitely wouldn't call a lot of these novelty Pokémon at all. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 17:38, 20 July 2013 (UTC)
::::::I also think that this page should be deleted. I mean, look through this talk page. It's a battleground! The above [[User_talk:Spyspotter|comment]] is [[Special:Contributions/Spyspotter|supported]] by [[User:Spyspotter|Spyspotter]]. 01:46, 29 July 2013 (UTC)
:::::::I think that this is not notable. It's too speculative and opinion-driven. [[Special:Contributions/Zesty Cactus|--]][[User:Zesty Cactus|'''Zesty''']][[User talk:Zesty Cactus|'''Cactus''']] 03:33, 4 August 2013 (UTC)
::::::::I have to disagree. I think this article does have a purpose, but looking at the list makes it painfully clear it needs cleanup. I vote for it to stay, but only if a clear set of guidelines that relies as little on opinion as possible can be created. --[[User:The Great Butler|The Great Butler]] ([[User talk:The Great Butler|talk]]) 03:36, 4 August 2013 (UTC)
:::::::::Can you suggest such a set? Like I said in my first post, I don't think a set exists that can please most people. Everyone's personal definitions seem too far apart. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 04:10, 4 August 2013 (UTC)
::::::::::For one, the "unique Ability" criteria needs to be made less important or dropped entirely, because it needlessly bloats the list. For example, Darmanitan isn't the only Pokémon with a Forme Change, nor is it the only Pokémon with a Dream World ability, so in my opinion just being the only Pokémon with Zen Mode doesn't make it a "novelty Pokémon." Same for Meloetta, it's not the only one with a Forme Change or unique move. Pokémon whose novelty trait no longer exists in the current generation (Abra, Farfetch'd, Mr. Mime, Jynx, Eevee, Sableye, Feebas, Deoxys) can be trimmed. My personal list would be Ditto, Mew, Spiky-Eared Pichu, Wobbuffet, Smeargle, Shedinja (whose unique Ability is supplemented by the fact it only has 1HP and a unique evolution method to make it a novelty), Spinda, Castform (a novelty because its entire purpose revolves around weather conditions), Burmy & Wormadam (because of the environment-specific Forme Change that remains permanent in evolution), Shellos & Gastrodon (the novelty of the sides of Mt. Coronet doesn't even exist in future games), Spiritomb (the capture method), Rotom, and Deerling & Sawsbuck (the novelty being that they focus on seasons). Of course, I recognize that there's plenty of difference of opinion, but I think something can be worked out. {{unsigned|The Great Butler}}
:::::::::::I do not agree with deletion so long as the last post is what happens to this page. I think that novelty Pokémon are a legitimate part of the fandom. However, most of these Pokémon are not, or have never been novelty Pokémon. But with that in mind, I think that [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] 's set idea would appropriately account for most current novelty Pokémon. [[User:Trotz59|Trotz59]] ([[User talk:Trotz59|talk]]) 08:33, 7 August 2013 (UTC)
::::::::::::Not my set. That was {{u|The Great Butler}}, who somehow forgot to sign his post. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 17:40, 7 August 2013 (UTC)
(resetting indent) I've edited the page to remove the Ability criterion as well as all the Pokémon that no longer fit the criteria{{tt|*|including, in my opinion, the Burmy and Shellos lines, since there are plenty of gender- and location-based evolutions and these Pokémon are simply variants on those concepts, not unique}} (and those who did not even before this discussion started{{tt|*|maddeningly enough, 'only available by trade' was not a criterion in the first place, so Farfetch'd, Mr. Mime, etc should never have been there to begin with}}). I still don't like the page, think it's inherently arbitrary, and want to see it deleted, but let's see how other people feel about the page as it now stands. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 18:02, 7 August 2013 (UTC)
:There are still a couple I'd disagree with (Abra, Shuckle, Delibird) but the list is vastly improved now. Even if those three stay I vote for keeping it. --[[User:The Great Butler|The Great Butler]] ([[User talk:The Great Butler|talk]]) 02:12, 8 August 2013 (UTC)
::The problem is the one I pointed out at the beginning — they meet the criteria. (Abra and Delibird are one-move moveset Pokemon; Shuckle's Berry → Berry Juice thing is a unique gameplay feature.) Even though they aren't gimmick Pokemon, they fit the criteria and thus are included. Like I've said before, I don't think sufficient criteria exist to isolate all {{tt|unarguable|if such a thing exists}} gimmick Pokemon without also including some non-gimmick Pokemon. My vote remains an extremely firm delete. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 04:41, 8 August 2013 (UTC)
:::Can this article just be removed from the mainspace/deleted already? [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 13:48, 16 August 2013 (UTC)

Novelty Pokémon

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{{discussdelete|it is inherently speculative and the criteria can never be anything but arbitrary}}
A '''{{wp|novelty}} Pokémon''' is a fan term for a Pokémon that usually possesses at least one (or usually more) of the following characteristics:
* Has a [[move]]pool limited to very few moves
* Is considered by some to have been made to introduce a game mechanic
* Has a unique feature

These Pokémon are often hard to come by, and may be simply given to the player once per game.

Some of these Pokémon are difficult to use in competitive battling, but became viable participants in [[Pokémon Contest]]s after they were introduced in [[Generation III]]. [[Generation IV]] introduced the [[Pokéathlon]] which allows any Pokémon to compete by giving each Pokémon its own [[Performance|special set of stats]].

==List of novelty Pokémon==
{| align="center" style="background: #{{cute color}}; {{roundy|10px}}; width:100%"
! colspan="3" | Pokémon
! Reason
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 063
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|063|Abra}}
| align="center" width="15%" | {{p|Abra}}
| style="background: #fff" | Abra is a novelty Pokémon because it cannot learn any moves except {{m|Teleport}} by level-up, which makes capturing wild Abra quite difficult.
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 132
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|132|Ditto}}
| align="center" width="15%" | {{p|Ditto}}
| Ditto only has one move—{{m|Transform}}—which lets it copy the appearance, types, moves, and stats (excluding HP) of its target. From [[Generation II]] onwards Ditto is able to [[Pokémon breeding|breed]] with any Pokémon outside of the [[Undiscovered_(Egg_group)|Undiscovered Egg Group]].
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 133
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|133|Eevee}}
| align="center" width="15%" | {{p|Eevee}}
| style="background: #fff" | Eevee is the only Pokémon to have more than three branched evolutions, and is also the Pokémon with the most evolutions.
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 151
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|151|Mew}}
| align="center" width="15%" | {{p|Mew}}
| Mew has the unique capability to learn every [[TM]], [[HM]] and [[Move Tutor]] move (except those exclusive to a particular Pokémon or group of Pokémon, such as {{m|Draco Meteor}} and {{m|Secret Sword}}), and as such, Mew has the largest movepool of all Pokémon.
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 172
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|172|Pichu}}
| align="center" width="15%" | [[Spiky-eared Pichu]]
| style="background: #fff" | While Pichu are not considered to be novelty Pokémon, the Spiky-eared variant found only in {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}} can be considered to be a novelty [[Form differences|form]]. Spiky-eared Pichu cannot evolve, cannot be traded to any other game and has the same base stats as normal Pichu. However, it does have different [[Pokéathlon]] stats. Spiky-eared Pichu is also the only form difference not to be carried over into later games in the main series, as it cannot be transferred to Generation V games.
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 201
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|201|Unown}}
| align="center" width="15%" | {{p|Unown}}
| style="background: #fff" | Unown’s main purpose in the games is to be collected, a sidequest that consists of finding its {{tt|28|26 in Generation II}} [[Form differences#Unown|forms]]. It is capable of learning only {{m|Hidden Power|one move}}.
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 213
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|213|Shuckle}}
| align="center" width="15%" | {{p|Shuckle}}
| style="background: #fff" | Shuckle was capable of creating {{DL|Drink|Berry Juice}} in [[Generation II]] if it held a {{DL|Berries (Generation II)|Berry}}.
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 225
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|225|Delibird}}
| align="center" width="15%" | {{p|Delibird}}
| style="background: #fff" | Delibird is capable of naturally learning only {{m|Present|a single move}} and is the only Pokémon who can [[Signature move|learn it naturally]]. Unlike Unown, it can learn other moves via TMs and breeding.
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 235
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|235|Smeargle}}
| align="center" width="15%" |{{p|Smeargle}}
| style="background: #fff" | Smeargle learns only {{m|Sketch|one move repeatedly}}, but this move has the ability to permanently duplicate the moves of other Pokémon. With the capability to learn every move, it is very useful in breeding egg moves to Pokémon.
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 236
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|236|Tyrogue}}
| align="center" width="15%" | {{p|Tyrogue}}
| style="background: #fff" | Tyrogue is the only Pokémon that evolves based on its [[stats]].
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 292
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|292|Shedinja}}
| align="center" width="15%" | {{p|Shedinja}}
| style="background: #fff" | Shedinja is protected from most attacks due to {{a|Wonder Guard}}, but it is also the only Pokémon to have 1 {{stat|HP}}, the lowest base stat of any known Pokémon. In addition, it has a unique [[Methods of evolution#Unique conditions|evolution method]].
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 327
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|327|Spinda}}
| align="center" width="15%" | {{p|Spinda}}
| style="background: #fff" | Spinda’s main gimmick is the variable designs on its body.
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 349
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|349|Feebas}}
| align="center" width="15%" | {{p|Feebas}}
| style="background: #fff" | Feebas is the only Pokémon capable of evolving based on its [[Contest]] condition. In Generation V, Feebas can now also evolve by trading it while holding the {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|Prism Scale}}.
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 386
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|386|Deoxys}} {{MSP|386A|Deoxys}} {{MSP|386D|Deoxys}} {{MSP|386S|Deoxys}}
| align="center" width="15%" | {{p|Deoxys}}
| style="background: #fff" | Deoxys was the first Pokémon whose [[base stats]] and [[move]] compatibility differed between forms. Deoxys is also the only Pokémon whose forms were ever game-specific (in [[Generation III]]).
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 412
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|421|Cherrim}} {{MSP|421S|Cherrim}}
| align="center" width="15%" | {{p|Cherrim}}
| style="background: #fff" | Cherrim has two forms which change during {{m|Sunny Day|intense sunlight}}, the Overcast Form and the Sunny Form.
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 441
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|441|Chatot}}
| align="center" width="15%" | {{p|Chatot}}
| style="background: #fff" | Chatot can use {{m|Chatter}} to repeat back messages recorded on the [[Nintendo DS|DS]] microphone. This move is also the only move unable to be Sketched by Smeargle.
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 442
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|442|Spiritomb}}
| align="center" width="15%" | {{p|Spiritomb}}
| style="background: #fff" | Spiritomb is considered a novelty due to the unique way it is captured, by taking the [[Odd Keystone]] to the [[Hallowed Tower]], and then talking to people in the Underground 32 times, then returning to the tower to battle a wild Spiritomb. It is also the second Pokémon with no weaknesses, after {{p|Sableye}}.
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 479
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|479|Rotom}} {{MSP|479O|Rotom}} {{MSP|479W|Rotom}} {{MSP|479R|Rotom}} {{MSP|479F|Rotom}} {{MSP|479L|Rotom}}
| align="center" width="15%" | {{p|Rotom}}
| style="background: #fff" | Rotom has the greatest number of [[form differences#Rotom|different forms]] — six — of any Pokémon that can change forms at will. Until [[Generation V]], all forms of Rotom were {{2t|Electric|Ghost}}-type. Rotom is the only Pokémon that was dual-typed and then had its type changed in a later generation.
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 489 490
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|489|Phione}} {{MSP|490|Manaphy}}
| align="center" width="15%" | {{p|Phione}} and {{p|Manaphy}}
| style="background: #fff" | Phione can only be obtained by breeding the [[event Pokémon]] Manaphy, with Manaphy being the only legendary Pokémon capable of breeding. Although Manaphy produces Phione eggs when bred with Ditto, Phione cannot evolve into Manaphy.
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 550
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|550|Basculin}} {{MSP|550B|Basculin}}
| align="center" width="15%" | {{p|Basculin}}
| style="background: #fff" | Basculin is the only Pokémon that has four different abilities.
|- style="background: #fff"
| align="center" width="32px" | 585 586
| align="center" width="70px" | {{MSP|585|Deerling}} {{MSP|585S|Deerling}} {{MSP|585A|Deerling}} {{MSP|585W|Deerling}} {{MSP|586|Sawsbuck}} {{MSP|586S|Sawsbuck}} {{MSP|586A|Sawsbuck}} {{MSP|586W|Sawsbuck}}
| align="center" width="15%" | {{p|Deerling}} and {{p|Sawsbuck}}
| style="background: #fff" | Deerling and Sawsbuck are the only Pokémon with forms that vary depending on the current in-game [[seasons|season]].
|-
| colspan="4" style="background:transparent; height:5px" |
|}

{{Project Fandom notice}}
[[Category:Fanon terminology]]

Munna (Pokémon)

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{{PokémonPrevNextHead | species=Munna | prev=Simipour | next=Musharna | prevnum=516 | nextnum=518 | type=Psychic }}
{{PokémonInfobox|
name=Munna|
jname=ムンナ |
tmname=Munna |
size=185px|
art=BW |
pron=<sc>''{{{pron|MOON-nuh}}}''</sc> |
species=Dream Eater |
typen=1 |
type1=Psychic |
abilityn=2|
ability1=Forewarn|
ability2=Synchronize|
abilityd=Telepathy |
udex=023 |
ndex=517 |
u2dex=086 |
height-ftin=2'00" |
height-m=0.6 |
weight-lbs=51.3 |
weight-kg=23.3 |
egggroupn=1 |
egggroup1=Field |
eggcycles=10 |
expyield=58 |
lv100exp=800,000 |
gendercode=127 |
color=Pink |
catchrate=190 |
evhp=1|
body=08 |
pokefordex=munna |
generation=5 |
footnotes=}}
'''Munna''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ムンナ''' ''Munna'') is a {{type|Psychic}} Pokémon.

It [[Evolution|evolve]]s into {{p|Musharna}} when exposed to a {{evostone|Moon Stone}}.

==Biology==
Munna is a {{DL|List of Pokémon by color|pink}}, nearly spherical, {{DL|List of Pokémon by body style|Pokémon with a quadruped body|quadruped}} Pokémon of indefinable basis. It has four tiny tapered limbs, and a tapered snout which largely obscures its sizable mouth. It has vertically oval, shiny, red eyes with two discernible upper eyelashes. Between its eyes is a vertically oval spot in a darker shade of pink, from which Munna can expel [[Dream Mist]]. Five purple petal flowers with dark pink centers ornament much of its body. It is able to constantly float in the air.

Munna is able to eat the dreams of people and Pokémon, as well as project these dreams by expelling Dream Mist. A person whose dream was eaten by a Munna will forget the dream's contents. The Dream Mist it expels is pink if the dream was pleasant, yet Munna can also seek out and cure people and Pokémon who are having nightmares. It can be found at the [[Dreamyard]], a ruined site located in forest-like surroundings.

==In the anime==
[[File:Fennel Munna.png|thumb|right|250px|Munna in the anime]]
===Major appearances===
====[[Fennel's Munna]]====
Munna made its anime debut in ''[[BW006|Dreams by the Yard Full!]]'' alongside [[Fennel]]. Together, they were able to locate her lost {{p|Musharna}}. The three later reappeared in ''[[BW036|Archeops In The Modern World!]]'' where they revived an {{p|Archen}} from a [[Cover and Plume Fossils|Plume Fossil]].

===Minor appearances===
Several Munna appeared in ''[[M14|White—Victini and Zekrom and Black—Victini and Reshiram]]''. They were inside the [[Sword of the Vale]] in the past.

Multiple Munna appeared in ''[[BW053|A Maractus Musical!]]''.

A photo of a Munna appeared in ''[[BW054|The Four Seasons of Sawsbuck!]]''.

Munna has made cameo appearances in ''[[BW067|Cilan Takes Flight]]'' and ''[[BW069|Climbing the Tower of Success!]]''.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Unova}}
{{Animedexbody|BW006|Munna|Ash's Pokédex|Munna, the Dream Eater Pokémon. Munna can eat the dreams of people and Pokémon alike, and then project those dreams by emitting [[Dream Mist]] from its body.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Best Wishes''|Unova}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Black Musha Munna.png|thumb|150px|Munna in Pokémon Adventures]]
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
{{main|Musha}}
A Munna named Musha was the second Pokémon {{adv|Black}} obtained. Musha was able to eat Black's dreams, clearing his mind of distractions, allowing him to perceive things a normal human can't.

===In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga===
A Munna makes an appearance in {{OBP|Pocket Monsters BW|Kosaku Anakubo}}.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Munna (TCG)}}

==Game data==

===NPC appearances===
* [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity]]: {{mdc|Munna|gti}} is a major character in the main story line.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex
|type=psychic
|gen=5
|blackdex=Munna always float in the air. People whose dreams are eaten by them forget what the dreams had been about.
|whitedex=It eats the dreams of people and Pokémon. When it eats a pleasant dream, it expels pink-colored mist.
|b2w2dex=This Pokémon appears before people and Pokémon who are having nightmares and eats those dreams.
}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability|
type=psychic|
gen=5 |
bwrarity=Uncommon|
bwarea=[[Dreamyard]] |
b2w2rarity=Uncommon|
b2w2area=[[Dreamyard]] |
}}

====In side games====
{{SidegameAvail
|type=psychic
|rumble2=Tower: [[Challenger's Ground]]
|mdgti=[[Worldcore]], [[Jaws of the Abyss]], [[Slumbering Cave]], Magnagate dungeons, [[Rusty Mountain]] (Golden Chamber), [[Smoking Mountain]], [[Path of No Return]]
|conquest=[[Illusio]]
}}

===Held items===

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats|
type=Psychic|
HP=76|
Attack=25|
Defense=45|
SpAtk=67|
SpDef=55|
Speed=24}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{Type effectiveness|
type1=Psychic|
type2=|
Normal= 100 |
Fighting= 50 |
Flying= 100 |
Poison= 100 |
Ground= 100 |
Rock= 100 |
Bug= 200 |
Ghost= 200 |
Steel= 100 |

Fire= 100 |
Water= 100 |
Grass= 100 |
Electric= 100 |
Psychic= 50 |
Ice= 100 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 200
}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh|Munna|Psychic|Psychic|5|5}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Psywave|Psychic|Special|—|80|15}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Defense Curl|Normal|Status|—|—|40}}
{{learnlist/level5|5|Lucky Chant|Normal|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/level5|7|Yawn|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/level5|11|Psybeam|Psychic|Special|65|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|13|Imprison|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/level5|17|Moonlight|Normal|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/level5|19|Hypnosis|Psychic|Status|—|60|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|23|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|25|Synchronoise|Psychic|Special|70|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|29|Nightmare|Ghost|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level5|31|Future Sight|Psychic|Special|100|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|35|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|37|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|41|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|43|Telekinesis|Psychic|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/level5|47|Stored Power|Psychic|Special|20|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelf|Munna|Psychic|Psychic|5|5}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh|Munna|Psychic|Psychic|5|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM03|Psyshock|Psychic|Special|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM04|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM16|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM19|Telekinesis|Psychic|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM20|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM29|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM30|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM33|Reflect|Psychic|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM39|Rock Tomb|Rock|Physical|50|80|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM41|Torment|Dark|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM53|Energy Ball|Grass|Special|80|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM57|Charge Beam|Electric|Special|50|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM70|Flash|Normal|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM73|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM74|Gyro Ball|Steel|Physical|—|100|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM77|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM80|Rock Slide|Rock|Physical|75|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM85|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM92|Trick Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tmf|Munna|Psychic|Psychic|5|5}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh|Munna|Psychic|Psychic|5|5}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|471|Glaceon}}|Barrier|Psychic|Status|—|—|30|||}}
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{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|324|Torkoal}}{{MSP|399|Bidoof}}{{MSP|400|Bibarel}}|Curse|Ghost|Status|—|—|10|||}}
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{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|325|Spoink}}{{MSP|326|Grumpig}}{{MSP|428|Lopunny}}|Magic Coat|Psychic|Status|—|100|15|||}}
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{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|418|Buizel}}{{MSP|419|Floatzel}}|SonicBoom|Normal|Special|—|90|20|||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|027|Sandshrew}}{{MSP|028|Sandslash}}{{MSP|155|Cyndaquil}}{{MSP|156|Quilava}}{{MSP|157|Typhlosion}}{{MSP|190|Aipom}} {{MSP|424|Ambipom}}{{MSP|196|Espeon}}{{MSP|417|Pachirisu}}{{MSP|418|Buizel}}{{MSP|419|Floatzel}}{{MSP|572|Minccino}} {{MSP|619|Mienfoo}}{{MSP|620|Mienshao}}|Swift|Normal|Special|60|—|20||||}}{{learnlist/breedf|Munna|Psychic|Psychic|5|5}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh|Munna|Psychic|Psychic|5|5}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|After You|Normal|Status|—|—|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Gravity|Psychic|Status|—|—|5|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Heal Bell|Normal|Status|—|—|5|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Helping Hand|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Magic Coat|Psychic|Status|—|—|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Pain Split|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Signal Beam|Bug|Special|75|100|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Skill Swap|Psychic|Status|—|—|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Snore|Normal|Special|40|100|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Trick|Psychic|Status|—|100|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Wonder Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Worry Seed|Grass|Status|—|100|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15||'''|no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutorf|Munna|Psychic|Psychic|5|5}}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=Psychic |
ndex=517 |
rumble2=yes|
rumble2attack=2|
rumble2defense=2|
rumble2speed=2|
Pad2=She originally lived in {{DL|Cove Area|Cove Town}} but came to the [[Crag Area]] to see snow. Maybe because she is nervous or excited, she can't sleep well. |
Park2strong= |
Park2weak= |
Conquest=yes |
ConquestAtk=2 |
ConquestSpd=1 |
ConquestDef=2 |
ConquestHP=3 |
ConquestRange=3 |
ConquestMove={{m|Hypnosis}} |
ConquestAbility1={{DL|List of Abilities in Pokémon Conquest|Deep Sleep}} |
ConquestAbility2={{DL|List of Abilities in Pokémon Conquest|Perception}} |
ConquestAbility3={{DL|List of Abilities in Pokémon Conquest|Instinct}} |
ConquestEvo=Evolves into {{p|Musharna}} when its [[link]] is improved while its [[Warrior]] is equipped with a {{evostone|Moon Stone}} |
ConquestLink={{DL|List of Pokémon Conquest characters|Hana}} and {{DL|List of Pokémon Conquest characters|Sadamitsu}}
}}

===Evolution===
{{evobox
|family=Normal
|sprite1=517
|name1=Munna
|type1-1=Psychic
|evotype1=Stone
|evostone1=Moon Stone
|sprite2=518
|name2=Musharna
|type1-2=Psychic}}

===Sprites===
{{Sprite |
type=psychic |
gen=5 |
gender=none |
name=Munna |
ndex=517 |
}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Munna C-Gear skin.png|thumb|A [[C-Gear]] skin featuring Munna]]
[[File:Picnicker Carol describes Munna.png|thumb|right|200px|Picnicker Carol describes Munna in [[Generation I]]]]
* In Generations {{gen|I}} and {{gen|III}}, on {{rt|10|Kanto}}, {{tc|Picnicker}} Carol mentions that she wishes that there were pink Pokémon with floral patterns, a description of which Munna fits.
** Furthermore, an employee at the [[Devon Corporation]] states that he wants to create a machine that can visually reproduce the dreams of Pokémon. [[Dream Mist]], which is produced by Munna, can achieve this.
* Munna is featured in the first [[List of Pokémon Global Link promotions/Skins#C-Gear skins|promotional C-Gear]] skin. It is available by default in Japan, but requires a password internationally.

===Origin===
Munna appears to be based on traditional Japanese incense burners called ''[[wp:Koro (incense burner)|koro]]''. These are used in traditional tea ceremonies, but many styles of ''koro'' have been developed to be used with insect repellent incense. These insect repellent ''koro'' are popularly shaped like a pig and can have patterns painted on them, such as floral patterns. Munna, like {{p|Drowzee}}, also seems to share some inspiration from the myth of the [[wp:Baku (spirit)|Baku]], tapir-like creatures that eat dreams.

====Name origin====
Munna may be a combination of 夢 ''mu'' [''{{wp|Kanji#On'yomi (Sino-Japanese reading)|on'yomi}}''] (dream) and ''luna'' (Latin for ''moon'') or 花 ''hana'' (flower). It may also involve ムシャムシャ ''mushamusha'' (onomatopoeia for eating, as it eats dreams), in line with the name of its evolved form, {{p|Musharna}}. Its localized pronunciation, as featured in English media, suggests ''moon'' as a word of origin.

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=psychic|type2=psychic
|ja=ムンナ ''Munna''|jameaning=Possibly from {{tt|夢 ''mu''|dream}} [''{{wp|Kanji#On'yomi (Sino-Japanese reading)|on'yomi}}''] and {{tt|''luna''|Latin for 'moon'}} or {{tt|花 ''hana''|flower}}
|de=Somniam|demeaning=From {{tt|''somnium''|Latin for 'dream'}} and {{tt|''mjam!''|yum!}}
|fr=Munna|frmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|es=Munna|esmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|it=Munna|itmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|ko=몽나 ''Mongna''|komeaning=From {{tt|몽 (夢)|dream}} and ''luna''
|zh_cmn=食夢夢 / 食梦梦''Shímèngmèng''|zh_cmnmeaning=Possibly from 食夢 ''shímèng'' ({{m|Dream Eater}}), with the last character repeated.
}}
 

==Related articles==
* [[Fennel's Munna]]


==External links==
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DP157

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prevtitle=A Meteoric Rise to Excellence! |
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altepcode=EP623 |
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screen=hd|
title_en=Gotta Get a Gible!|
title_ja=フカマル！ゲットだぜ！！|
title_ja_trans=Fukamaru! Got It!! |
broadcast_jp=December 24, 2009 |
broadcast_us=May 15, 2010 |
en_series= |
en_op=[[Battle Cry - (Stand Up!)]] |
ja_op=[[High Touch!|ハイタッチ！ 2009]] |
ja_ed=[[Which One ~ Is It?|ドッチ～ニョ？]] |
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scenario=米村正二 |
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'''Gotta Get a Gible!''' (Japanese: '''フカマル！ゲットだぜ！！''' ''{{tt|Fukamaru|Gible}}! Got It!!'') is the 157th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 623rd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on December 24, 2009 and in the United States on May 15, 2010.
{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
As {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} continue to [[Daybreak Town]], {{TRT}} trails them in a [[Team Rocket's mechas|mecha]]. However, the {{p|Gible}} from [[DP156|the previous episode]] comes up from underground, right in their path. Team Rocket demands it to move, and though Gible appears to respond, it does nothing. Furious, {{MTR}} tries to attack with the mecha, but Gible quickly devours the machine, leaving only their seats intact before it explodes, sending them blasting off.

Ash and his friends reach a town and plan to eat. Gible spots them and digs, getting behind Ash and poking his leg. Ash thinks it's {{AP|Pikachu}} doing it, but Gible jumps out of the burrow and bites on Ash's head. They recognize the Gible, noticing that it looks happy with Ash. He asks Gible if it wants to join him, and it nods. Ash throws a [[Poké Ball]], but Gible devours it. Ash asks Gible again if it does want to go, but Gible's simple grunts confuse and annoy Ash.

[[Officer Jenny]] arrives and {{an|Brock}} is flustered as usual before {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}} drags him away. Jenny confronts Ash, thinking the Gible is his. Though Ash tries to explain, Gible's grunts make her think it is his. Gible bites Jenny's head before running away. {{an|Dawn}} clarifies that Gible is still a [[wild Pokémon]]. Jenny takes them to a park where many objects have been partially devoured, bite marks apparent. Gible shows up and chomps on a bench. Ash tries to scold Gible, but it bites his head again before running away. Ash and Jenny pursue as {{an|Barry}}, riding a [[bicycle]], runs into Ash. Barry and Ash argue about who is at fault before he challenges Ash to a {{pkmn|battle}}. Barry brags that he has six [[Badge]]s, even though Ash has one more. Although he was originally heading to [[Sunyshore City]], he made a detour to {{ci|Eterna}} since there was a free bicycle distribution event, before stopping in {{ci|Hearthome}} to reserve a battle with [[Fantina]].

While Barry talked, Gible quickly devoured his new bike, leaving only the rubber tires, infuriating him. Team Rocket watches and wants to steal Gible so {{an|Giovanni|the Boss}} can deal with scrap metal. Barry thinks Gible is Ash's, but when Dawn mentions it's wild, Barry makes a move to {{pkmn2|caught|catch}} it despite Ash wanting to catch it first. Barry brings out {{TP|Barry|Empoleon}}, having it launch {{m|Drill Peck}}. Gible dodges before retaliating with {{m|Rock Smash}}, but Empoleon dodges and hits with {{m|Steel Wing}}, following with a {{m|Hydro Cannon}} that sends Gible flying. Ash pursues as Barry realizes his fumble in not catching Gible.

Ash and Pikachu try to locate Gible, finding it clinging to a tree branch on a cliff, struggling not to fall. Ash climbs down, but a rock crumbles and he goes into a free fall. Gible notices and grabs Ash out of the air, struggling to keep both of them from falling. Ash gets up onto a nearby ledge and pulls Gible to safety. Gible bites on his head as Dawn and Brock look down from the top of the cliff. Ash rides on Gible as it races to the top of the cliff. They meet up with Dawn and Brock, but Team Rocket shows up with another mecha and takes Gible, reciting their {{motto}}. Gible tries to bite the arm, but it is highly reinforced. The mecha fires smoke to cover their escape. Ash and Pikachu pursue. The mecha reaches a ravine, but manages to jump across. Pikachu jumps onto Ash's shoulder as he sprints, jumping the ravine. He falls short, but manages to grab ahold of the opposite cliff face, climbing to the top. Team Rocket grabs Ash and Pikachu with the mecha as Brock and Dawn catch up, heading to a nearby bridge.

While Team Rocket plans to throw Ash and Pikachu off the cliff, Ash realizes that Gible, being part {{type|Ground}}, won't be affected by Pikachu's {{t|electric}} attacks, so he orders Pikachu to use {{m|Thunderbolt}} despite him getting hurt. It works since the mecha is not able to block electricity, freeing Ash and Pikachu. Pikachu then frees Gible with an {{m|Iron Tail}}. Meowth tries to activate another mecha ability, but the electric attack terminally damaged the mecha, causing it to disintegrate and sending them blasting off.

Dawn and Brock catch up as Gible shows affection to Ash. Ash asks Gible again if it wants to join, getting an honest response this time. He tosses a Poké Ball, and this time it pulls Gible in, rocking a few times before securing the capture on [[Ash's Gible|his newest Pokémon]]. Ash then brings Gible out as Barry catches up, wanting to catch the Pokémon. Gible bites Barry's head as Dawn explains that Ash originally planned to catch it. Barry then offers to battle Gible with Empoleon.

Brock oversees the battle as Empoleon launches Drill Peck. Gible tries to counter with Rock Smash, but Empoleon easily pushes Gible back. Both {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} repeat their attacks, this time getting a more even match. Gible jumps to dodge a Steel Wing, but it gets hit anyway. When Empoleon uses another Steel Wing, Gible {{m|dig}}s to dodge it before following Empoleon and jumping up to hit with Rock Smash, but a Steel Wing tosses Gible Back. Empoleon launches Hydro Cannon, which Gible digs to dodge. However, another Hydro Cannon is launched into the hole, flushing Gible out.

Gible then attempts a {{m|Draco Meteor}} without Ash's order, scaring {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} into hiding behind a tree. The meteor fails and descends towards Empoleon, which it knocks aside, unintentionally into Piplup. Empoleon prepares a {{m|Hyper Beam}}, but Gible fires {{m|Dragon Pulse}}, forcing Empoleon to jump and cancel the Hyper Beam. Gible is exhausted and slumps as Empoleon knocks out Gible with Hyper Beam. Barry wins his first battle against Ash, but Ash doesn't take it harshly, praising Gible anyway and instructing it to listen next time. Barry celebrates his win as he holds up his ticket to challenge Fantina, but Gible bites his hand and eats the ticket.

==Major events==

*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} meet up with {{an|Barry}}, who is revealed to have won three more [[Badge]]s, bringing his total count up to six.
* Ash captures the {{AP|Gible}} he [[DP156|previously befriended]].
* Ash uses Gible in a battle against {{TP|Barry|Empoleon}} and suffers his first loss to Barry.
* Ash's Gible is revealed to know {{m|Rock Smash}}.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Barry}}
* [[Officer Jenny]]
* {{an|Giovanni}} ([[Boss fantasy|fantasy]])

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Gible}} ({{OP|Ash|Gible}}; new)
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Empoleon}} ({{OP|Barry|Empoleon}})

==Trivia==
* There is no [[Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]] in this episode.
* This is the last Japanese episode of the {{wp|2000s (decade)|2000s}}.
* This is the third time that a [[Poké Ball]] is eaten by a Pokémon. However, the first two times, namely with [[Nero]] in ''[[AG075|Whiscash and Ash]]'' and {{TP|May|Munchlax}} in ''[[AG117|Berry, Berry Interesting]]'', the Poké Ball was swallowed; Nero is later shown playing with the [[Poké Ball#Master Ball|Master Ball]], and May's Poké Ball activated inside Munchlax's mouth, catching it. Gible, however, actually devoured Ash's Poké Ball, destroying it.
* This is the first time when [[Ash's Gible|a Pokémon]] other than Ash's Pikachu destroys {{an|Barry|a friend}}'s [[Bicycle|bike]], and also the first time when a Pokémon destroys a bike on purpose. It is also the first time this happens to a male character, it is also currently the final episode to do so.
* Barry obtaining a free bike from [[Eterna City]] is most likely a reference to [[Rad Rickshaw's Cycle Shop]], where players can obtain bicycles in {{game2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}}.
* Music from ''[[PK04|Pikachu's Rescue Adventure]]'', ''[[M05|Pokémon Heroes]]'', ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]'', and ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' is used during this episode.
* As of this episode, the entire Gible evolutionary family is owned by main or recurring characters (Ash has a {{AP|Gible}}, [[Ursula]] has a {{TP|Ursula|Gabite}} while [[Cynthia]] has a {{TP|Cynthia|Garchomp}}).
* This is the last episode of the twelfth season, ''[[Pokémon Diamond & Pearl: Galactic Battles]]''.
* During Meowth's Giovanni [[Boss fantasy|fantasy]], Meowth says that "''Team Rocket may deny the evils of truth and love''". This is a reference to the original Team Rocket motto.

===Errors===
* Barry's Empoleon didn't have to recover after using [[Hydro Cannon]].

===Dub edits===

== In other languages ==
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|zh_cmn={{tt|圓陸鯊！收服成功！！|Gible! Got It!!}}
|cs={{tt|Ten Gible je můj|That Gible is mine}}
|nl={{tt|Stribbel niet Tegen, Gible!|Don't Resist, Gible!}}
|fi={{tt|Gible kiipelissä!|Gible in trouble!}}
|da={{tt|At gafle en Gible!|Nailing a Gible!}}
|de={{tt|Schnapp' dir das Kaumalat!|Catch yourself a Gible!}}
|it={{tt|Acchiappa il Gible|Let's Catch the Gible}}
|id={{tt|Dapat Gible!!|Got a Gible!!}}
|no=Må fikse Gible!
|pl={{tt|Złapać Gibla!|Catch a Gible!}}
|pt_br={{tt|Peguei um Gible!|I Got a Gible!}}
|pt_eu={{tt|Há que Ganhar a Gama dos Gible!|Gotta Get the Gible's Gamma!}}
|ru={{tt|Неуловимый Гибл!}} Neulovimyy Gibl!
|es_la={{tt|¡Hay que Atrapar un Gible!|Let's Catch a Gible!}}
|sv={{tt|Måste skaffa en Gible!|Must get a Gible!}}
|ro={{tt|Vreau să Prind un Gible|I Want to Catch a Gible}}
}}
 
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[[es:DP157]]
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DP114

2013-08-16T13:45:41Z

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{{EpicodePrevNext|
prevcode=DP113 |
prevtitle=Hold the Phione! |
nextcode=DP115 |
nexttitle=Stealing the Conversation! |
series=Diamond & Pearl series |
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{{EpisodeInfobox|
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altepcode=EP580 |
colorscheme=Sinnoh |
screen=yes|
epcode=DP114 |
title_en=Another One Gabites the Dust!|
title_ja=ポケモンコンテスト！アケビ大会！！ |
title_ja_trans=Pokémon Contest! Akebi Tournament!! |
broadcast_jp=February 12, 2009 |
broadcast_us=July 11, 2009 |
en_series= |
en_op=[[Battle Cry - (Stand Up!)]] |
ja_op=[[High Touch!|ハイタッチ！]] |
ja_ed=[[Surely Tomorrow|あしたはきっと]] |
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'''Another One Gabites the Dust!''' (Japanese: '''ポケモンコンテスト！アケビ大会！！''' ''Pokémon Contest! {{tt|Akebi|Chocovine}} Tournament!!'') is the 114th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 580th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on February 12, 2009 and in the United States on July 11, 2009.
{{spoilers}}
==Synopsis==
The episode opens with {{an|Dawn}} {{pkmn|training}} with {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}} before her next {{pkmn|Contest}}. As Pachirisu uses {{m|Discharge}}, {{Ash}} comments on Pachirisu, saying its moves have gained a great deal of [[power]] thanks to {{AP|Pikachu}}'s advice. Pachirisu gets tired from the training, and Dawn begins to hand out [[Poffin]]s to her Pokémon, when {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} charges at her, sending her flying into the air, along with the Poffins. {{cat|Dawn's Pokémon|Her Pokémon}} manage to safely catch her, while Mamoswine catches the Poffins in its mouth and walks off, scratching its rear before falling asleep. The Pokémon become saddened by the loss of food, but Dawn reassures them she will make more. At that moment, Pachirisu notices there was a Poffin Mamoswine didn't eat, and rushes over to grab it, when a {{p|Gabite}} stomps on the Poffin, infuriating Pachirisu. Suddenly, a young lady walks in, calling to the Gabite, while {{TRT}} watch from atop a building. [[Jessie]] comments she recognizes the girl, and tries to put a name to her.

Meanwhile, Dawn rushes over and tries to stop Pachirisu, attempting to hold it down, but Pachirisu leaps up, causing Dawn to fall and lands on her head. Pachirisu leaps again, using its newly learned move: {{m|Super Fang}} on Gabite, but Gabite blocks with its fin. Brock explains Pachirisu must have just learned Super Fang from losing the Poffin, and Dawn grabs hold of Pachirisu, trying to calm it down. This only makes things worse as Pachirisu uses Discharge on her, causing her to fall to the ground again. The young lady comments that Pachirisu must not have been raised well, and Ash scans Gabite with the [[Pokédex]]. The young lady wonders what's wrong with Pachirisu, and Dawn tells her to look under Gabite's foot. She does, and is horrified that her Gabite has been soiled by the Poffin. Ash explains that the Poffin is Pachirisu's favorite {{pkmn|food}}, and it was aggravated by Gabite for stepping on it. The young lady says she can fix it and hands Pachirisu one of her own Poffins. Pachirisu sniffs it, and quickly refuses it, the young lady offended by Pachirisu's actions. At that moment, the young lady looks to {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} and asks if Dawn was in the [[Wallace Cup]]. Dawn explains she [[DP079|won]], and the young lady mockingly says she was sure it was an accident Dawn won, shocking the group. Dawn asks if the young lady was in the Wallace Cup to, and she replies yes, and gives her name: [[Ursula]], and explains she lost in the first round. At this point, Jessie remembers Ursula, explaining to [[James]] and {{MTR}} what Ursula just told Ash, Dawn and Brock. Ursula then comments on how Dawn's win at the Wallace Cup was a fluke, and also explains it pushed her to work a lot harder. She says to Ash, after he tells Ursula Dawn's skills won her the Wallace Cup, "You're right! Thanks to her I started working doubly hard, to become a better, more beautiful, more graceful {{pkmn|Coordinator}}. You know I should thank you for defeating me Dawn, because of you I am where I am today!" and lets out a sinister laugh. Ash and Brock are curious as to why Ursula won't let her loss go. She continues to patronize Dawn, until Dawn finally cuts her off, saying they'll settle it at the Contest. Ursula leaves, letting out a sinister laugh for the second time.

The episode then cuts to the Contest, and Mamoswine is asleep, completely uninterested in Dawn's Contest. Dawn is up for the [[Appeal|Appeals Round]] first, and sends out {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}. Buneary uses {{m|Ice Beam}} to create a winding slide, and as it slides down it, Buneary prepares a {{m|Dizzy Punch}} to send it from the bottom to the top of the slide once again. After several more Coordinators display their {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}, Jessie is up next, using her {{p|Yanmega}}. Yanmega spirals around Jessie using {{m|Silver Wind}}, causing her to spin into the air. Yanmega's {{a|Speed Boost}} Ability is activated during this. Yanmega fires off a {{m|SonicBoom}}, which boomerangs back towards Yanmega and Jessie. Yanmega then uses Silver Wind and the two attacks collide in a shower of shining particles, and Yanmega holds Jessie on its tail as their appeal ends. Ursula is up next, using her {{p|Wormadam}}. She commands {{m|Confusion}} and then {{m|Rock Blast}}, causing the rocks to spiral around Wormadam. Next up is {{m|Sandstorm}} and Wormadam uses Confusion to create a sculpture out of itself from the sand, surprising Dawn, Ash, Brock and Jessie, who are watching. Wormadam then uses {{m|Captivate}} to destroy the sculpture. This ends Ursula's performance. Dawn talks with Ash and Brock on the sidelines. She even asks Mamoswine on its opinion, but it replies with snores.

Ash and Dawn discuss Ursula's appeal, and Ursula walks in, explaining that she had lost continually in the first round, but she was intending to win. She laughed at the idea of both her and Dawn reaching the final stage, and walked off with Gabite. The results appear, and Ursula, Jessie and Dawn are all in the final eight. Dawn compliments Buneary's performance, and asks Pachirisu if it's ready to go, and it is, nodding to her. In a few shots of [[Contest Battle]]s, Dawn defeats her first opponent, a {{p|Weavile}}, Jessie uses [[James's Carnivine]] to defeat a {{p|Hippopotas}}, and Ursula's Gabite defeats a {{p|Hariyama}}. Ursula battles with Jessie, her Gabite winning over Carnivine. James and Meowth mourn for Jessie's loss on the sidelines.

The final round begins, with Dawn facing Ursula. Mamoswine takes a tiny interest, but as Ash comments on this, it returns to sleeping. It's Gabite and Pachirisu facing off, the battle begins. Brock and Ash discuss that Dawn may only be able to attack with Pachirisu's Super Fang. Gabite leaps into the air, launching a {{m|Dragon Claw}}, and Pachirisu spins and dodges the attack. However, Gabite's speed means it manages to get a clean hit, and Pachirisu takes damage. Dawn commands Super Fang, while Ursula commands Gabite to use {{m|Aerial Ace}}, managing to get past Pachirisu's defense and get several clean hits. Ash and Brock are worried about the outcome, and Pikachu, Buneary and Piplup all cheer hard for Dawn and Pachirisu. In the mean time, Gabite lands with several Dragon Claws and Aerial Aces, and Ursula is confident her victory is assured. Dawn commands {{m|Sweet Kiss}}, but Ursula counters with Aerial Ace, and Pachirisu seems worn out. Ash and Brock discuss about the points, and Mamoswine begins to take interest, taking a peek at the battle through a half-opened eye. Two minutes remain, and Ursula commands {{m|Stone Edge}} and Pachirisu counters with Discharge, destroying the shards of rock. Ursula commands {{m|Dragon Rage}}, however Pachirisu counters with {{m|Spark}}, breaking the move. Gabite uses Dragon Claw, and Pachirisu once again counters with its tail, due to Discharge's energy being stored there. This causes Mamoswine to gain more interest, and it watches with both eyes now. Thirty seconds are left, and Gabite uses Stone Edge again. Pachirisu raises its tail, creating an electric shield that destroys the shards. Dawn commands Super Fang, and Ursula is quite angry at this point, commanding Dragon Rage. Pachirisu begins to spin similar to a {{m|Flame Wheel}}, using its Super Fang to cut through the Attack. It reaches Gabite and bites into it, Gabite covering itself with its fins just in time to avoid major damage. With that time is up, and Dawn wins the Contest. Dawn is ecstatic with her victory, but Ursula shrugs it off, saying "A perfect example of being saved by the bell." and stroking Gabite's head. Mamoswine is extremely interested, and Ash comments, causing Mamoswine to go back to sleep. Jessie says she wouldn't have missed the Contest for the world, apparently liking Ursula's use of stance before striking. Dawn is presented with her fourth [[Ribbon]]. As the trio prepare to leave, Ursula crosses their path, saying Dawn won't get any compliments out of her. With that, the trio prepare to head out to [[Snowpoint City]], and Ash's next [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}}.

==Major events==
* {{an|Dawn}} meets [[Ursula]], a fellow {{pkmn|Coordinator}} and her newest [[rival]].
* [[Dawn's Pachirisu]] learns {{m|Super Fang}}.
* [[Jessie's Yanmega]] is revealed to have {{a|Speed Boost}} as its Ability.
* {{an|Dawn}} wins her fourth {{pkmn|Contest}} [[Ribbon]].
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Humans====
* [[Ursula]]

====Pokémon debuts====
=====TV episode debuts=====
* {{p|Gabite}} ({{OP|Ursula|Gabite}})

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Ursula]]
* [[Marian]]
* [[Raoul Contesta]]
* [[Mr. Sukizo]]
* [[Nurse Joy]]

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Buneary}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buneary}})
* {{p|Pachirisu}} ({{OP|Dawn|Pachirisu}})
* {{p|Ambipom}} ({{OP|Dawn|Ambipom}})
* {{p|Mamoswine}} ({{OP|Dawn|Mamoswine}})
* {{p|Yanmega}} ({{OP|Jessie|Yanmega}})
* {{p|Carnivine}} ({{OP|James|Carnivine}})
* {{p|Gabite}} ({{OP|Ursula|Gabite}}; debut)
* {{p|Wormadam}} ([[Ursula]]'s; Sandy Cloak)

====Coordinators' Pokémon====
* {{p|Weavile}}
* {{p|Hippopotas}}
* {{p|Marill}}
* {{p|Magcargo}}
* {{p|Hariyama}}
* {{p|Duskull}}
* {{p|Skorupi}}

==Trivia==
* ''[[Pokémon Symphonic Medley]]'', ''{{so|Battle Frontier}}'' and an instrumental version of ''[[By Your Side ~Hikari's Theme~]]'' are used as background tracks.
** The dub uses its ''{{OBP|Battle Frontier|dub}}'' during the second round montage, with some lyrics modified to sidestep references to the {{Gdis|Battle Frontier|III}}.
*** The updated version of Battle Frontier also changes the pronunciation of "Pokémon" to more correctly say the letter "é."
** The Brazilian Portuguese and Iberian Spanish dub use ''{{OBP|Battle Frontier|dub}}'' while the Italian dub use English version and Latin American Spanish dub use a new version to this opening because the dubbing company changed.
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{p|Paras}}.
* This is the first Contest since her trade in ''[[DP055|Throwing the Track Switch]]'' that Dawn did not use Ambipom in.
* The dub's title is based on the popular rock band {{wp|Queen (band)|Queen}}'s song, ''{{wp|Another One Bites the Dust}}''.
* [[Dawn's Buneary]] uses a similar appeal to the one in the [[Celestic Town]] Contest.
* Team Rocket doesn't blast off or recite their {{motto}} in this episode.

===Errors===
* Even though Gabite stepped on the [[Poffin]] with its right foot, the Poffin was seen under its left foot when Ursula looked at it.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn={{tt|神奇寶貝華麗大賽！木通大會！|Pokémon Contest! Mùtōng (Chocovine) Convention!}}
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|da={{tt|Mødet med Gabite|The meeting with Gabite}}
|de={{tt|Manche Schüsse gehen nach hinten los!|Some shots are going backwards!}}
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|fi={{tt|Gabite iskee jälleen!|Gabite strikes again!}}
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'''Get Your Rotom Running!''' (Japanese: '''{{tt|羊羹|ようかん}}とロトム！''' ''{{tt|Yōkan|Gateau}} and Rotom!'') is the 105th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 571st episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on December 4, 2008, as part of a one hour special with [[DP104|''Sleepless in Pre-Battle!'']], and in the United States on May 9, 2009. This episode is the start of the twelfth season, ''[[Pokémon Diamond & Pearl: Galactic Battles]]''.
{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
From the [[Canalave City]] [[Pokémon Center]], {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} call {{an|Professor Oak}}. During the call, {{AP|Grotle}} and {{TP|Dawn|Piloswine}} {{m|tackle}} their {{pkmn|Trainer}}s down [[friendship|happily]]. When Professor Oak samples some Gateau, he suggests to Ash and his friends to go to the nearby [[Old Chateau]] to try their specialty {{DL|Status ailment healing item|Old Gateau}}. {{an|Brock}} looks the Chateau up in his guidebook and it shows the location and, with time to kill while waiting for the [[Byron|local Gym Leader]] to return from training, the gang decide to check it out. Nearby, {{TRT}} listens in on the conversation and decides to head to the Chateau first and get the Gateau.

Team Rocket reaches the Old Chateau first and notices the lack of activity. They reach the locked front door and {{MTR}} {{wp|Lock picking|picks the lock}}. As they explore the darkened Chateau and leave the main hall, a {{wp|Incandescent light bulb|light fixture}} sparks. Meanwhile, Ash and his friends get close to the Chateau when a {{tc|worker}} meets up with them and tells them that a recent storm took out the {{wp|Electricity generation|electricity}}, closing the Chateau. While he assures that power will be restored soon, he spooks Ash and his friends by telling them about rumors of {{OBP|Ghost|literal|ghosts}} haunting the Chateau before walking away. Undeterred, Ash and his friends continue on.

Team Rocket checks the {{wp|kitchen}} and has little success finding anything. James checks a cabinet and finds a candy bar, deciding to hide it in a {{wp|Microwave oven|microwave}}. When he walks away, the microwave turns into [[Form differences#Rotom|Heat Rotom]], which promptly eats the candy before disguising itself. Jessie finds a chocolate bar and hides it in a {{wp|refrigerator}}, but [[Form differences#Rotom|Frost Rotom]] quickly eats the stash before hiding. Meowth finds a cookie and hides it in the same microwave James used, Heat Rotom quickly taking it. Team Rocket regroups and tries to leave, but all three run back to grab their hidden stash. All three find their secrets gone and blame each other. They argue when Frost Rotom appears in front of them and fires {{m|Blizzard}}, sending them running. They run into Heat Rotom, forcing them to go back, crawling into a shaft and landing in a separate storage room. Jessie tries to open the locked door but fails to make it budge.

Ash and his friends stand outside the Chateau, finding it closed. Suddenly, the door opens on its own. They head inside and {{AP|Pikachu}} spots something moving down a hall. They follow Pikachu to the basement, where they find a {{wp|Electrical generator|generator}}. They see a microwave laying on the floor and Pikachu senses something wrong. While the humans and {{an|Dawn}}’s {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} check the generator, Pikachu opens the microwave and climbs in to check. Heat Rotom appears and closes the oven door, which causes Pikachu to use {{m|Thunderbolt}} to break free, the electric attack striking the generator. Ash checks on Pikachu, the {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} quickly pointing at the microwave, which has reverted to normal. Pikachu’s attack powers up the generator and restores electricity and lighting to the Chateau. Back in the storage room, Meowth sees a {{wp|display case}} holding Old Gateau. Meowth tries to {{m|scratch}} the glass to break it, but it fails. An {{wp|intercom}} plays an automated message, which tells Ash and his friends directions to the kitchen where they can make their own Gateau. Ash and his friends reach the location and find a complete kitchen with the necessary ingredients and the recipe to make the Old Gateau. Brock volunteers to make the Gateau while Ash and Dawn {{pkmn|training|train}} for upcoming challenges.

Outside, Ash summons {{AP|Chimchar}} for training. Chimchar practices against Pikachu, firing {{m|Flamethrower}} while Pikachu dodges the attacks. One attack hits a nearby {{wp|lawn mower}}. Ash and {{cat|Ash's Pokémon|his Pokémon}} check the damaged mower, which transforms into [[Form differences#Rotom|Mow Rotom]]. Rotom scares Ash and his Pokémon back into the Chateau. In the Chateau, Dawn trains with {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}, practicing {{m|Dizzy Punch}}. Dawn notices an {{wp|Fan (mechanical)|electric fan}} running, so she turns it off before letting Piplup practice {{m|BubbleBeam}}. The fan reactivates and {{m|Air Slash|blows the attack away}}. Dawn turns and sees [[Form differences#Rotom|Fan Rotom]], which chases Dawn and {{cat|Dawn's Pokémon|her Pokémon}} out of the room.

Dawn runs into Ash as they tell about their two encounters with possessed appliances. They decide to warn Brock, running back to the kitchen. They run into the lawnmower, which turns into Mow Rotom, chasing them. Ash and Dawn evade Rotom by going up a set of stairs to the second floor. However, they spot a {{wp|washing machine}} and already realize what will happen. [[Form differences#Rotom|Wash Rotom]] fires {{m|Hydro Pump}} at them, forcing them to run away. They reach an {{wp|elevator}} and get inside before Rotom smacks into the closed doors. They head back to the ground floor. When they get down, they check the hall. It’s clear at first, but Fan Rotom appears and chases them into the kitchen. They close the door in time as Brock notices their anxiety and thinks they are imagining things. Brock pulls the completed Gateau out of the fridge. The fridge turns into Frost Rotom behind Brock, which he doesn't notice at first. Eventually, he catches the disguise, and they are blasted out of the kitchen with Blizzard. Rotom turns into Heat form and launches {{m|Overheat}}. Pikachu and Piplup attack with BubbleBeam and {{m|Thunderbolt}}, causing {{p|Rotom}} to dissociate from the microwave, assuming normal form and prompting Ash to check his [[Pokédex]].

They realize that Rotom has been playing {{wp|Practical joke|pranks}} on them. Rotom darts away and returns in Mow form to chase them. They try to run up the stairs, but Rotom leaves the lawnmower and takes control of the washing machine upstairs, blasting them out of the Chateau with Hydro Pump. Brock keeps the Gateau intact as Ash and Dawn attack with Pikachu's Thunderbolt and {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}}'s {{m|Discharge}}. Rotom blocks with Hydro Pump at first, but the two {{t|Electric}} Pokémon eventually overpower Rotom and hit it, causing Rotom to dissociate from the washing machine, [[fainting|knocked out]]. Ash and his friends check Rotom as it recovers, apologetic for causing harm and only wanting to have fun. Piplup pats Rotom, resulting in a Discharge attack. Rotom uses Discharge to shock Ash, Dawn, Brock, and Piplup, giving the humans {{wp|Afro}} hairstyles before phasing into a light pole and disappearing.

Team Rocket still lie in the storage room exhausted. Jessie unknowingly utters a secret password, open sesame, that opens the voice-activated display case. They eat the Gateau, but it is only wax replicas for display. Outside, Ash and his friends enjoy the sunset and munch on the Old Gateau. They decide to send some to Professor Oak and Ash prepares to train for his upcoming Gym match.

==Major events==
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
* {{p|Rotom}} (all forms)

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Professor Oak}}
* Utility worker

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Grotle}} ({{OP|Ash|Grotle}})
* {{p|Chimchar}} ({{OP|Ash|Chimchar}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Buneary}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buneary}})
* {{p|Pachirisu}} ({{OP|Dawn|Pachirisu}})
* {{p|Piloswine}} ({{OP|Dawn|Mamoswine}})
* {{p|Rotom}} (all forms, debut)

==Trivia==
* Beginning with this episode, all of the title cards in the dub are all capitalized.
* [[Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{p|Huntail}}
* Despite Piloswine weighing a hefty {{tt|123.0lbs|55.8kg}}, Dawn is somehow able to support Piloswine's weight on her back and shoulders. This is likely an example of [[anime physics]].
* The dub title for this episode is a reference to the phrase, "Get your motor running," which is the first lyric of {{wp|Steppenwolf}}'s hit single {{wp|Born to be Wild}}.
* While the Old Chateau is near Canalave City in the anime, it is found in the [[Eterna Forest]] in-game.
* The music playing when Jessie, James and Meowth hide snacks from each other is from the Slowpoke segment in ''[[PK01|Pikachu's Vacation]]''.
* Team Rocket doesn't blast off or recite their {{motto}} in this episode.

===Errors===
* After Rotom chases Ash, Pikachu and Chimchar, Dawn is its next victim. Dawn has Piplup and Buneary out when Rotom chases them out of the parlor room. Buneary ran out with Dawn, but when Dawn and Ash meet up in the hall, Ash's Chimchar and Dawn's Buneary have disappeared. Ash could have recalled Chimchar off screen before he got there, but only a moment had passed since Dawn's group ran out of the parlor.
** Buneary returns in the scene following Brock's humming and pouring the Gateau, and is present the whole episode through.
* On Pokemon.com the article says "On a tip from Professor Rowan, Ash and Dawn head for Canalave City's Old Chateau to sample its famous delicacy, the Old Gateau." but it's Professor Oak who tips them off, not Professor Rowan.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
{{Epilang|color=FFCCCC|bordercolor=9999FF
|zh_cmn={{tt|羊羹與洛托姆！|Yokan (Gateau) and Rotom!}}
|cs={{tt|Rozdováděný Rotom|Rollicking Rotom}}
|da={{tt|En Rotom efter kage!|A Rotom for cake!}}
|de={{tt|Gespensteralarm!|Ghost's alarm!}}
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|fi={{tt|Kierroksia Rotomiin!|Cycles to Rotom!}}
|fr_eu={{tt|Motisma et le vieux gâteau !|Rotom and the old cake!}}
|it={{tt|Un Rotom scatenato!|A wild Rotom!}}
|no={{tt|En Rotom etter kake!|A Rotom for cake!}}
|pl={{tt|Uważajcie na Rotoma!|Watch out for Rotom!}}
|pt_br={{tt|Ligue o seu Rotom!|Connect your Rotom!}}
|pt_eu={{tt|Um Rotom Acelerado!|An Accelerated Rotom!}}
|ru={{tt|Ротом атакует!|Rotom attacks!}} Rotom atakuet!
|es_la={{tt|¡Enciende tu Rotom!|Turn on your Rotom!}}
|sv={{tt|Få fart på din Rotom!|Get speed on your Rotom!}}
|ro={{tt|Goana după Tartină|The Run for the Bread}}
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Pokémon in Denmark

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|area=Denmark
|language={{wp|Danish language|Danish}}
|continent={{wp|Europe}}
|EP001=January 23, 2000
|AG001=February 28, 2004
|DP001= June 7, 2008
|BW001= March 10, 2012
}}

The [[Pokémon anime]] first reached '''{{wp|Denmark}}''' in 2000, with the first broadcast of ''[[EP001|Pokémon - Jeg vælger dig!]]''. In Denmark, Bergsala A/S owns the franchise.

==Pokémon video games==
Pokémon games sold in Denmark are in English, and are released at the same time as in the rest of Europe.

===Events===
[[Event Pokémon]] distributed in Denmark include [[List of local English event Pokémon distributions in Generation IV#Movie 11 Shaymin|Movie 11 Shaymin]] in 2009 and [[List of local English event Pokémon distributions in Generation IV#European Michina Arceus|Michina Arceus]] in 2010.

==Pokémon anime==
The [[Pokémon anime]] is broadcasted on '''Disney XD''' (previously known as ''Fox Kids'' and later ''Jetix''), and TV2, which is a publicly owned television station based in Odense.

[[Who's That Pokémon?]] was omitted in some airings of the first two seasons, but appeared on the VHS releases.

Only the last 16 episodes of the Johto saga aired on Danish television.

Skipping directly from ''[[Pokémon: Advanced Battle]]'' to ''[[Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl]]'', ''[[Pokémon: Battle Frontier]]'' was not aired until after ''Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl''.

===Movies===
The [[M01|first]], [[M02|second]], and [[M03|third]] movies were released in theaters and on home video.

The [[M04|fourth]], [[M05|fifth]], [[M06|sixth]], and [[M07|seventh]] movies were released on home video only.

The [[M08|eighth]] and [[M09|ninth]] movies haven't been dubbed in Danish.

The [[M10|tenth]] and [[M11|eleventh]] movies premiered on Jetix Scandinavia, February 14, 2009 and May 9, 2009, respectively. These were later made available on home video for a contest with about 10 copies of each.

The [[M12|twelfth]] movie premiered on Disney XD June 26, 2010.

The [[M14|fourteenth]] movie pair premiered on Disney XD August 18 (Black) and August 19th (White), 2012.

===Cast and crew===
The Danish version is dubbed by '''Dubberman AS'''. It is known that ''[[M05|Pokémon Heroes]]'' was translated by Dorte Langberg, and that ''[[M06|Jirachi: Wish Maker]]'' and ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]'' were translated by Thomas Maintz. We also know, from subtitles of voice actors and translators on Disney XD, that Mathias Klenske translates [[Black and White]] himself.

'''Mathias Klenske''': [[Ash Ketchum]], and other roles such as [[Lance]]. He made his debut at age 17.

'''Lulu Jacobsen''': {{an|Misty}} in the first two seasons.

'''Peter Holst-Beck''': {{an|Brock}}, also voiced {{mov|Arceus|Arceus|12}}.

'''Annevig Schelde Ebbe''': {{an|May}}, {{an|Dawn}}, and Misty in seasons 5 and 8.

'''Malene Tabert''': {{an|Iris}}.

'''Sonny Lahey''': {{an|Cilan}}.

'''Christian Damsgaard''': {{Gary}}.

'''Mikkel Følsgaard''': [[Ritchie]], and [[Drew]] in season 6.

'''Jan Tellefsen''': [[Trip]].

'''Peter Zhelder''': [[Meowth (Team Rocket)|Meowth]]

===Music===
Danish versions of [[Pokémon 2.B.A. Master]] and [[Pokémon 3: The Ultimate Soundtrack]] were released in Denmark under the titles ''Pokémon, Du skal fange dem!'' and ''Pokémon 3: Det Ultimative Soundtrack'', respectively.

==Pokémon manga==
No [[Pokémon manga]] has been released in Denmark.

==Pokémon Trading Card Game==
In Denmark, the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] is distributed by Bergsala Enigma. The card text is not translated into Danish.

==[[Pokémon merchandise]]==
[[File:POM.png|thumb|right|Cover artwork from an issue of the Pokémon Official Magazine]]
A Danish version of [[Pokémon Official Magazine]] is released monthly in Denmark under the title ''Pokémon Det Officielle Magasin'', counting over 40 issues. It was first released February 5, 2007. The official abbreviation is POM.

==Community==
[http://poketeam.dk/news.php PokeTeam] is a Danish website that finds Pokémon related news items and translate them into Danish. After the official Danish Pokémon forum closed, many fans have turned to PokeTeam.

In 2009, like [[Pokémon Day (Germany)|Germany]], [[Pokémon Day (Italy)|Italy]], Sweden and [[Pokémon Day (the Netherlands)|the Netherlands]], Denmark held a Pokémon Day 2009. It was a small event which included a download of {{p|Shaymin}}, a drawing contest, and a screening of the Danish dub of ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]''.

==Trivia==
* In the Danish versions of the opening themes prior to [[Unbeatable]], all lyrics referencing the season titles are replaced.

==External links==
*[http://www.poketeam.dk/ The most popular Danish Pokémon Community]
*[http://www.pokemon.dk/ The Official Danish Website]

{{Pokémon around the world}}
 
{{Project Globe notice}}

User talk:Yvnr

2013-08-15T13:23:53Z

Yvnr: /* Danish name for Revive */

Bulbapedia talk:Project Pokédex/Archive 4

2013-08-15T13:22:35Z

Yvnr: /* Biology section problems */

==Archives==
* [[/Archive 1|Archive 1]] (discussions from March 14, 2005–August 26, 2006)
* [[/Archive 2|Archive 2]] (discussions from October 7, 2006–May 19, 2007)
* [[/Archive 3|Archive 3]] (discussions from May 25, 2007–April 19, 2012)

== About the Leader ==

Will this project have a leader? --Alexsummer 03:18, 18 August 2012 (UTC)
:As Project Pokedex is central to the entire wiki, the project is too important for a leader. It is overseen by the Editorial Board. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 03:25, 18 August 2012 (UTC)

== Sugimori Ken's Artwork ==

I think it was a good idea to replace the FireRed/LeafGreen artworks to the Red/Blue artworks (in the case of Generation I Pokémon). So I was thinking about you guys placing a section on every Pokémon to put Sugimori Ken's atwork of every game they appeared. Sorry if it looks too pushy XD.
PS¹: I call Sugimori Ken because it's the Japanese way to say his name.
PS²: I'm Brazilian, so sorry if my English is a little (or too) bad.--[[User:Deruffy|Deruffy]] ([[User talk:Deruffy|talk]]) 21:16, 1 September 2012 (UTC)

== PokémonInfobox - Artwork/Image size? ==

I'm new to Bulbapedia, so I apologize if this is addressed elsewhere, but anyway...

Someone in the [[Talk:Karrablast_(Pokémon)]] page pointed out that [[Karrablast]]'s image seems a bit big. Out of curiosity, I checked a few other pages and noticed some inconsistency in the size of the Sugimori art on the Pokémon pages; e.g., [[Karrablast]] (200x308), [[Shelmet]] (180x168), [[Accelgor]] (180x162), and [[Escavalier]] (200x244) -- Should the larger images be scaled down to 180px? Is there a standard already for this? Thanks. -- [[User:GranoblasticMan|GranoblasticMan]] ([[User talk:GranoblasticMan|talk]]) 17:02, 14 November 2012 (UTC)

== Xerneas and Yveatal ==
Is anyone going to create these pages? Just revealed at http://www.pokemon.com/pokemonxy/en-us/ {{unsigned|Plusleminun311312}}

== Game data location ==
Why is "Game data" below "In the anime/manga/TCG/TFG" sections? All of those are based on the games. Other articles always have their "In the games" section before their "In the anime/manga/TCG/TFG" sections. This is without commenting on the comparative usefulness of "Game data" sections to the users browsing this site. [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 13:35, 13 April 2013 (UTC)

== Biology section problems ==
The Biology sections are all too free-form as of now. I think this can be changed by sourcing every line of information included in them, through the use of cite notes. This would rid the sections of baseless information, and make clear when information is exclusive to portrayals in the anime (or other non-main series game sources), which is appropriate given the large difference between the sources. [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 13:35, 13 April 2013 (UTC)
:[http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Tynamo_(Pokémon)&diff=1887589&oldid=1887476 This Tynamo article edit] is an example of what I have in mind. Its implications on this particular article's previous/current content are small, but it will serve to prevent future additions of baseless information, while organizing where the information comes from. What can be achieved through such sourcing should be clear if you imagine its application to a Biology section like that of the Ivysaur article. Given the nature of Bulbapedia's Biology sections, which I'd argue differ significantly from other site content in terms of what gets past the radar, I think sourcing is in place. Thoughts? [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 15:02, 15 April 2013 (UTC)
::Speaking as someone who has been repeatedly vexed by wondering whether new accounts are making things up or adding legitimate info from anime/manga/side games that I haven't seen/read/played, I think this is a fantastic idea, and fully endorse it. (As a side note -- and not to disrupt the main point of discussion or steal its spotlight -- it might also be nice to implement citations for cases in which a primary source such as a game or movie is not yet available to the public, especially when the info is not easily accessible in English; see, for example, my confusion about New Tork City on the talk page for Genesect Army. But that's a suggestion for somewhere else, not Project Pokedex.) [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 06:34, 19 April 2013 (UTC)
:::I definitely agree with having this. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 13:54, 19 April 2013 (UTC)
::::Judging by the August 14 Message from the Editor, it appears we're done here. [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 13:22, 15 August 2013 (UTC)

== External links to strategy pages ==

Every species article has an external link, or several, in its top infobox, to its web page(s) at smogon.com. Assuming that this is (A) desired, and (B) done for the game data information (Abilities, base stats, moves learned) included on those pages, and not for the strategic advice (this is an encyclopedia) it is linking directly to, I suggest adding a "/moves" at the end of the smogon.com URLs included in the templates named "Template:Links/<number of generation>". This would link to a page with all the game data information, and game data information only, instead of a page with only some of the game data and a whole lot of strategic advice. I do not have permission to edit these template pages myself. There's also the issue of the links to strategy pages awkwardly cluttering up the "External links" sections of articles such as Deoxys's and Rotom's - why have these? [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 09:56, 25 June 2013 (UTC)
:I disagree here. The point of linking to Smogon is that as an encyclopedia we don't provide strategic advice, but Smogon does. As we are affiliated with Smogon to some extent, we're also supporting their site. I don't see the point in linking to the moves page on Smogon over the general strategy page, as we already provide the moves info; the purpose of the link is to provide additional information we don't and shouldn't as an encyclopedia. As for Deoxys and Rotom, I think it would be better to put all the external links in the infobox with the others. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 10:04, 25 June 2013 (UTC)
::Then assumption B was completely off. I didn't think this was the intention, nor was I aware of any affiliation - care to explain it? As for your reservation towards linking for the sake of (mirroring) game data information, I thought this was a plausible explanation (at least more than strategic advice) since that's essentially what Bulbapedia does with its external links to sites such as veekun.com and legendarypokemon.net. Maybe I'm misunderstanding some overall crediting process/affiliation due to being unaware of how Bulbapedia editors other than myself obtain the information they add to articles of species, moves, Abilities, etc. Anyway, the statement "''The point of linking to Smogon is that as an encyclopedia we don't provide strategic advice, but Smogon does.''" is empty without explaining why an encyclopedia needs anything to do with strategic advice in the first place. Sure, a reader may want strategic advice about the Pokémon whose article they're reading, but they may also wish to discuss/look at fan-made drawings of/read fiction about/eat cookies shaped like/etc. that Pokémon; all of which are services Bulbapedia doesn't link to sites that provide. As for Deoxys and Rotom (along with Wormadam, Giratina and Shaymin), I have now brought this up and can do little more than hope others will fix it. [[User:Yvnr|Yvnr]] ([[User talk:Yvnr|talk]]) 11:06, 25 June 2013 (UTC)
:::Well, recently the Bulbapedia Twitter put out a question asking people what they wanted from Bulbapedia, and one of the things they specified was that they wanted competitive information. As an encyclopedia we can't really provide that, but Smogon is considered the go-to site for that, and the link allows people to obtain competitive information without Bulbapedia having to worry about subjective content (Smogon does all the worrying about that). Veekun has information that Bulbapedia does not always necessarily have (particularly cries and the "Ridiculously detailed breakdown" of locations). As for the nature of our affiliation with Smogon... I'm not entirely sure about that myself; affiliation has always been messy, and there is currently an effort to clean it up. There were plans to remove LegendaryPokemon.net links altogether. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 13:17, 25 June 2013 (UTC)

== Want to join ==

Can I join Project Pokédex? I could help on the [[Generation II]] Pokémon.
--[[User:Supermarti15|Supermarti15]] ([[User talk:Supermarti15|talk]]) 23:48, 7 August 2013 (UTC)
:Just add your name to the list. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 23:48, 7 August 2013 (UTC)

DP156

2013-08-15T13:22:27Z

Yvnr: /* In other languages */

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'''A Meteoric Rise to Excellence!''' (Japanese: '''フカマルとりゅうせいぐん！''' ''{{tt|Fukamaru|Gible}} and {{tt|Dragon Meteor Shower|Draco Meteor}}!'') is the 156th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 622nd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on December 17, 2009 and in the United States on May 8, 2010.

{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
While continuing the journey to [[Daybreak Town]], {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} witness a display of {{m|Draco Meteor}}, an extremely powerful move only known by {{type|Dragon}} Pokémon. Soon the gang meet [[Wilma]] and a powerful {{p|Altaria}}, however it soon emerges that they have been followed by a {{p|Gible}} which is very eager to learn Draco Meteor. This Gible happens to have a gash in its dorsal fin, making this one [[gender|male]]. Despite some head-biting antics, {{Ash}} takes the Land Shark Pokémon under his wing and offers to help him learn the move. Wilma first gives some history about the Gible and the use of the move Draco Meteor. Gible fails to execute the move properly and the meteor crashed down onto {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}, who is unable to dodge the failed attack. Piplup expresses his displeasure to Gible, and Gible bites him on the head. Piplup jumps into {{an|Dawn}}'s arms with Gible still attached, and Wilma simply rubs Gible's body, like a massage, and he lets go of the crying Piplup. Wilma comments on how much of a failure Gible's attempt was.

Then, out of the blue, Gible decides to bite Ash's head again and {{an|Brock}} comments how it's impossible to tell what Gible's thinking inside due to his unchanging expression. Suddenly, giant boulders begin falling from the sky and send the gang scattering, with {{an|Dawn}} asking, "Is this Draco Meteor?" Wilma responds passively with, "Nope, just plain ol' boulders." In the midst of the confusion, a bubble comes down and traps Altaria, which is followed by a claw that picks up the bubble. It is then revealed that {{TRT}} had come to steal Altaria and had so far succeeded in their attempt. They introduce themselves to Wilma, and then fly off in their balloon while the fallen boulders erupt into colored smoke to seal the getaway after {{AP|Pikachu}}'s and Piplup's {{m|Thunderbolt}} and {{m|BubbleBeam}} fail to break the bubble trapping Altaria.

Ash and Dawn give pursuit, while Brock is forced to carry Wilma after Team Rocket. Gible, while not invited, follows by way of using {{m|Dig}}. Eventually, Brock gives out from exhaustion and leaves Dawn and Ash to continue the chase, and even they eventually lose the trail. Gible appears and Ash asks Gible to lead them to Team Rocket, since the Land Shark Pokémon knows his way around the forest well. Gible only ends up leading them to a berry bush, so Ash and Dawn continue on without him. Gible seems torn between his snack and his new friends, but the bush wins currently. Coming upon a huge cliff, Ash and Dawn are forced to climb it (to Dawn's horror, as she was already winded from the long sprint). Dawn falls after her handhold breaks off, but sends out her {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} in time to catch herself and Piplup. Ash also falls, but catches sight of Gible's dorsal fin as he races up the cliffside from under the surface with Dig. Ash manages to grab onto the fin, zooming to the top and both he and Pikachu are catapulted onto the air, landing rather ungracefully. Ash must now go on alone, and thanks Gible for his help. Gible must once again choose whether to continue along or not.

[[Ash's Staraptor]], who had been sent out before reaching the cliff, happens upon Team Rocket's balloon and is captured by a net trap {{MTR}} set up so that it can't follow them. Nearby, Team Rocket gloats at their success with evading the "twerps" and rolls off in their new [[Team Rocket's mechas|Altaria robot]] which has Altaria trapped in the stomach area. The Humming Pokémon continues to use {{m|Ice Beam}} with little success until it decides to alternate with {{m|Flamethrower}}. The constant heating and freezing finally puts a big crack into the prison, and Altaria begins ramming the bubble side to side. This knocks the mecha off balance and they can't steer away from crashing straight into a giant boulder. Gible, who was somewhere underneath the robot at the time, hears the crash and digs up to find Team Rocket. Meanwhile, Ash finds Staraptor and begins to help it from its trap when Dawn, Brock, and Wilma also appear.

Back with Team Rocket, who continue to berate Altaria for trying to beat its way from the bubble, turn around to find Gible staring at them. [[Jessie]] tries to get him to go away by saying, "Hey, if you're bored, go watch TV!" Gible proceeds to bite down on her hair and [[James]], Meowth, and {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}} get into a tussle to help her, but Gible wins and forces them all to the ground. To Team Rocket's horror, Gible then quickly ''devours'' the entire mecha, leaving the bubble as the only part left. Jessie retaliates by using her {{TP|Jessie|Seviper}}, but Gible proves quick enough to evade and tries Draco Meteor again, but fails. Back at the balloon, our heroes have no clue of where to go... until they spot the failed Draco Meteor; it can only be Gible, and they take off in hot pursuit. A use of {{m|Dragon Pulse}} by Gible unnerves Team Rocket, and while he seems tired, Seviper goes in for the kill with Bite, but is stopped by a Thunderbolt. Ash, his friends, and Wilma appear with Pikachu and Piplup leading the group.

James adds {{TP|James|Carnivine}} to the battle to even the odds and Pikachu and Piplup easily tangle Seviper and Carnivine up before Pikachu uses {{m|Iron Tail}} to free Altaria for good. Gible decides to help some more, and it uses Draco Meteor, which finally succeeds and sends Team Rocket blasting off. Everyone is awed by the performance of the first-stage Gible, and in celebration, it uses Draco Meteor again, only to have it crash solely into Piplup once more. Back in the forest, Wilma directs Ash and friends towards Daybreak Town, and Ash wonders where Gible had gone. They leave Wilma and Altaria and continue on, but Gible emerges from a nearby bush and sees them going. It appears that Gible is debating whether to follow them or stay in the forest.

==Major events==

* {{Ash}} tries to help a {{AP|Gible}} learn {{m|Draco Meteor}}.
* Gible starts to follow Ash and {{ashfr}}.
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===Debuts===
====Humans====
* [[Wilma]]

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Wilma]]

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Mime Jr.}} ({{OP|James|Mime Jr.}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Mamoswine}} ({{OP|Dawn|Mamoswine}})
* {{p|Seviper}} ({{OP|Jessie|Seviper}})
* {{p|Carnivine}} ({{OP|James|Carnivine}})
* {{p|Altaria}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Gible}}

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{p|Oddish}}
* Music from ''[[PK12|Gotta Dance]]'', ''[[M06|Jirachi Wish Maker]]'', ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' and ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' is used during this episode.
* This episode's English title was originally announced to be ''A Meteoric Experience!''.

===Errors===
* When Team Rocket is shown in their mecha, Jessie's earrings appear to be yellow, not their usual green.
* During Team Rocket's struggle to get Gible to let go of Jessie's hair, there is a shot of Wobbuffet holding Gible with Jessie's hair not in its mouth, and Jessie (bottom right) with the end of her hair showing (including her legs), though the struggle goes on.

===Dub edits===

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DP155

2013-08-15T13:22:25Z

Yvnr: /* In other languages */

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'''Double-Time Battle Training!''' (Japanese: '''ダブルバトル！マンムーとヒノアラシ！！''' ''Double Battle! {{tt|Mammoo|Mamoswine}} and {{tt|Hinoarashi|Cyndaquil}}!!'') is the 155th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 621st episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on December 10, 2009 and in the United States on May 1, 2010.
{{spoilers}}
==Synopsis==
Still on their way to {{an|Dawn}}'s next {{pkmn|Contest}}, {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} arrive in [[Brussel Town]] which is hosting a different Contest. Meeting up with [[Candice]], the {{ci|Snowpoint}} City [[Gym Leader]], the gang watch as [[Zoey]] gains her fifth Ribbon after her {{TP|Zoey|Glameow}} defeats {{si|Rebecca}}'s {{p|Shuckle}}. After receiving the Ribbon she gives a speech thanking Candice for her support.

The scene turns to {{TRT}} who are disguised as they walk out of the Contest. Jessie is angered due to her loss. They notice the [[twerps]] talking to Candice and hide in a bush. Then Zoey shows up and thanks them for their cheering. Candice suggests about throwing a party to celebrate Zoey's victory. Thus, the scene turns to a table full of sweets. As they eat, Dawn informs Zoey on her intentions to participate in the Daybreak Contest. Zoey in turn, informs her that it will be a Double Performance battle.

Dawn decides to prepare for the required Double Performance, hoping to avoid the mistakes that led to [[DP049|her early exit]] from the {{ci|Hearthome}} {{pkmn|Contest}}. Their party continues and the scene turns to them in their rooms with Zoey entering in. She finds out from Ash and {{an|Brock}} that Dawn left to prepare alone for her Contest. Zoey then goes out and sees Dawn training with her {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}, {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}} and {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}}. She orders Piplup to use {{m|BubbleBeam}} while Buneary uses {{m|Ice Beam}} in order to blow them.

Then, she orders Piplup to use {{m|Whirlpool}} while Pachirisu uses {{m|Discharge}} on it resulting in a flashy performance. After that, Zoey shows up and congratulates her. Dawn tells her about her intentions to try to find a new combination, to which Zoey suggests working together on a new combination tomorrow. Night turns day and the scene turns to Ash who has just woken up. He then sees on TV {{si|Rhonda}} interviewing [[Paul]]. Brock shows up and Paul reveals he just won his 8th Badge. After that, Candice enters the room and tells them about Dawn and Zoey training.

The scene turns to them while Dawn informs Zoey about a new combination she thought of. Zoey suggests Dawn telling {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} to use {{m|Ice Shard}} on a nearby rock and Dawn complies. Then she tries another combination, putting Piplup to use BubbleBeam and Mamoswine to use Ice Shard again. This time things don't go to well, as Mamoswine accidentally freezes Piplup. Nevertheless, {{AP|Pikachu}} uses its {{m|Iron Tail|tail}} to break the ice releasing Piplup.

From a nearby bush, Team Rocket come with their heads out spying on the training. Meanwhile, after their failed combination, Zoey suggests on trying something else. Candice sends her {{TP|Candice|Abomasnow}} out to show Dawn a variation of Ice Shard. Abomasnow uses Ice Shard followed by {{m|Razor Leaf}} which breaks the Ice Shard in small pieces and spins around Candice. Dawn upon seeing this proceeds into trying the same combination. She orders Mamoswine to break the Ice Shard with its tusk and to send it spinning around Pachirisu. Then Pachirisu uses Discharge on the ice pieces to electrify them resulting in another flashy performance.

After that, she orders Pachirisu to smash the nearby rocks. While it proceeds into doing so, it is stopped by the electrified ice which surrounds it. It tries to use its electric attack but due to the long distance it fails. To make matters worse, the ice stops spinning and falls on Pachirisu. Dawn then reacts disappointed but Zoey calms her.

Next, Zoey suggests having a double battle against her. Dawn agrees and uses her {{TP|Dawn|Cyndaquil}} and Mamoswine while Zoey sends her brand-new Pokémon, a {{p|Leafeon}} and a {{p|Kirlia}}. Mamoswine starts by using the same technique it did before with Pachirisu. As the ice spins around Cyndaquil, it uses {{m|Flame Wheel}} to spin along it melting it in the process. Steam rises from the previous combination and the resulted water from the melted ice pours over Cyndaquil extinguishing its flame.

After that, Candice suggests Dawn to visualize the moves. Then she orders Cyndaquil to turn into a Flame Wheel and Mamoswine to do the same technique it did before. Then she orders Mamoswine to shot another Ice Shard at the spinning ice, freezing Cyndaquil in it while it continues to spin in a Flame Wheel. Dawn names her new combination 'Flame Ice'. Then, Cyndaquil proceeds in attacking Zoey's Pokémon by charging to them using Flame Wheel while still inside the ice. As it approaches them, the ice breaks and Kirlia along with Leafeon dodge the attack.

Zoey's reply comes by ordering Kirlia and Leafeon to use {{m|Magical Leaf}}. Next, Kirlia uses {{m|Psychic}} to direct the leaves towards Mamoswine and Cyndaquil knocking both of them in the process. Candice stops the battle and the scene turns to Team Rocket. Jessie has tears in her eyes and turns around and leaves. James and Meowth stop her and she tells them she couldn't sabotage the twerps' training. She says that she knows now how to make double moves and sends {{TP|Jessie|Yanmega}}. Yanmega uses {{m|Silver Wind}} and Jessie calls {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}} out to use {{m|Mirror Coat}}. The combination turns out worse as the reflected Silver Wind hits them and sends them blasting off.

The scene turns back to Zoey and Dawn shaking hands and the scene cuts with the [[narrator]]'s conclusion.

==Major events==
* Zoey obtains her fifth [[Ribbon]], thereby completing her requirement for the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival|Grand Festival]].
* [[Paul]] is revealed to have earned the {{Badge|Mine}} and collected the eight [[Badge|Gym Badges]] required for the [[Sinnoh League]].
* [[Zoey]] is revealed to have obtained a {{p|Kirlia}} and a {{p|Leafeon}}.
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===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
=====TV episode debuts=====
* {{p|Leafeon}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Zoey]]
* [[Candice]]
* [[Marian]]
* [[Raoul Contesta]]
* [[Mr. Sukizo]]
* [[Nurse Joy]]
* {{si|Rhonda}} (on TV)
* [[Paul]] (on TV)
* {{si|Rebecca}}

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Buneary}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buneary}})
* {{p|Pachirisu}} ({{OP|Dawn|Pachirisu}})
* {{p|Mamoswine}} ({{OP|Dawn|Mamoswine}})
* {{p|Cyndaquil}} ({{OP|Dawn|Cyndaquil}})
* {{p|Yanmega}} ({{OP|Jessie|Yanmega}})
* {{p|Abomasnow}} ([[Candice]]'s)
* {{p|Glameow}} ({{OP|Zoey|Glameow}})
* {{p|Kirlia}} ([[Zoey]]'s)
* {{p|Leafeon}} ([[Zoey]]'s)
* {{p|Shellos}} ({{OP|Zoey|Gastrodon}}; flashback)
* {{p|Shuckle}} ({{si|Rebecca}}'s)

==Trivia==
[[File:DotchiNyoV2.png|thumb|220px|Updated ending shot]]
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{p|Magby}}
* Much like how Dawn's main rival, Zoey, has been shown in this episode to have all the Ribbons necessary to enter the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]], Ash's main rival Paul has been shown to have the 8 Badges in order to compete in the [[Sinnoh League]] in the same episode.
* Music from ''[[M06|Jirachi Wish Maker]]'' and ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]'', as well as an instrumental of ''[[By Your Side ~Hikari's Theme~]]'' and the [[Lilycove City]] theme, are used during this episode.
* Team Rocket doesn't recite their {{motto}} during this episode.
* [[Ash's Gliscor]] has been removed from the 'Up' ending shot of ''[[Which One ~ Is It?]]''.

===Errors===
* On the official Pokémon website, the summary of this episode is incorrectly stated as "Can watching Zoey give Misty the inspiration she needs to win her next Contest?" when it should say {{an|Dawn}} instead of {{an|Misty}}.
* When Zoey sends out {{p|Leafeon}} and {{p|Kirlia}}, Dawn says, "You got ''a'' new Pokémon," when she really had two new additions to her roster.

===Dub edits===

== In other languages ==
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'''Mastering Current Events!''' (Japanese: '''エアバトルマスター登場！グライオンＶＳハッサム！！''' ''The Air Battle Master Enters! {{tt|Glion|Gliscor}} vs. {{tt|Hassam|Scizor}}!!'') is the 154th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 620th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on December 3, 2009 and in the United States on April 24, 2010.
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==Synopsis==
While on the way to [[Daybreak Town]], {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} seem to be completely lost, so Ash sends out {{AP|Gliscor}} in order to check out the surrounding area. Along the way, they see a battle between a {{p|Chimecho}} and a {{p|Scizor}}. After the battle is over, they are introduced to the Air Battle Master, [[McCann]], and his granddaughter {{si|Maya}}. The {{p|Scizor}} turned out to be McCann's and was helping the Chimecho, which belongs to Maya. After hearing about McCann's strength and skill as an air battle master, Ash decides to have an air battle with him: Scizor vs Gliscor. Ash wanted to test {{AP|Gliscor}}'s flying abilities and fought a one-on-one battle against Scizor.

Gliscor starts with a {{m|Steel Wing}} but Scizor quickly dodges. Then Scizor hits Gliscor with {{m|Metal Claw}}. As Gliscor is falling, Ash orders him to use the currents in order to regain its position. Then, Scizor hits it with a {{m|Double Hit}}. Gliscor tries a {{m|Sand-Attack}} but it's blocked by the currents. Scizor then hits Gliscor with a Metal Claw followed by a Double Hit. After it gets back in the match, Gliscor proceeds with a {{m|Fire Fang}} but Scizor avoids its attack by using {{m|Double Team}}. Then it tries a Steel Wing but Scizor dodges its attack again.

The scene turns for a short time to {{TRT}} in their balloon who are searching for the [[twerps]]. Being inattentive their balloon hits a branch which makes it blow up and sends them blasting off.

The scene turns back to the two Pokémon's battle. Scizor hits Gliscor with a {{m|Hyper Beam}} and Gliscor tries to come back with a Fire Fang but is unable to do so as Scizor used the currents to climb higher thus avoiding any possible attacks. Then he comes down on Gliscor making a skip dive hitting it with Double Hit and knocking it out. After the battle, Scizor is victorious, with Gliscor feeling terrible and ashamed. Then, McCann gives Ash some advice about how to "read" the wind. Then he offers the group to stay over for the night.

As the day went on, Gliscor was feeling bad; refusing to eat and not wanting to get into its {{Ball|Poké}}. That night, when the group is sleeping, {{AP|Pikachu}} wakes up and goes out where Gliscor is gazing at the moon. He tries to cheer it up while Ash shows up who also couldn't sleep feeling bad about his loss. Then he suggests doing some late training and trying to read the wind. Ash has {{AP|Staraptor}} fly around with a rope tied to it so Gliscor can follow the wind pattern and how Staraptor flies.

{{an|Dawn}} wakes up and comes to help Ash train by giving him some shredded tin foil. She explains that if it is thrown in the wind, they can see the wind's direction and help Gliscor glide much better. So they release it into the wind. The tin foil pieces blow with the wind so Gliscor can see what direction the wind is going and follow it.

While training, Gliscor has a little run-in with Team Rocket and explains to {{MTR}} that it's training so that it can defeat McCann's Scizor in a rematch tomorrow. Team Rocket's balloon is then blown away by the winds as they recite their {{motto}}. Scizor proceeds with its training continuing to follow the tin foil as the sun rises. The next morning, Dawn informs McCann that they have been training all night, trying to read the wind and Ash challenges him to another air-battle. McCann thinks about his offer, while Maya convinces him to accept.

The battle begins and Scizor flies around using the currents. Gliscor successfully follows it trying to hit it with an {{m|X-Scissor}} but with little success. Then Scizor comes behind Gliscor trying to land a Metal Claw which Gliscor dodges. McCann acts surprised seeing it do so. Then he orders Scizor to use Double Hit. Gliscor uses the currents to climb but Scizor manages to land a hit on it. Gliscor quickly counters with a Sand-Attack landing a hit on its opponent.

Gliscor then hits Scizor with a Fire Fang which in turn hits it with a Double Hit. Gliscor uses Fire Fang again while Scizor tries to avoid it by using Double Team, but with no chance of success. Towards the end of an epic battle when things started to get shaky, Ash tells Gliscor to dig deep and encourages it to never give up. With that in mind, Gliscor begins to charge towards Scizor, and uses {{m|Giga Impact}}, revealing to have learned a new move. Then it climbs higher using the same strategy Scizor used in the previous battle to avoid damage while it recharges.

Then it uses X-Scissor but Scizor's Metal Claw hits faster than Gliscor's attack. Ash orders Gliscor to use Giga Impact but Scizor hits it with a Hyper Beam before Gliscor is able to react. After an intense shot from Scizor's attack, Gliscor plummets to the ground, losing for a second time. Ash comes to Gliscor revealing that even though they lost, he has really improved and learned a new move doing it.

McCann sees Gliscor's potential and suggests Ash to leave Gliscor to stay and train. McCann includes how it was like the day that he first met his Scizor, so Ash leaves the decision to Gliscor, and it accepts and Ash does as well. Ash give McCann Gliscor's Poké Ball and says good-bye to the Fang Scorp Pokémon. In the distance, Team Rocket is there spying on them feeling sad to see Gliscor leave.

The scene then cuts with the narrator's conclusion.

==Major events==
* [[Ash's Gliscor]] learns {{m|Giga Impact}}.
* Ash leaves his Gliscor with [[McCann]] for training.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[McCann]]
* {{si|Maya}}

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Gligar}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}}; flashback)
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}}; leaves)
* {{p|Scizor}} ([[McCann]]'s)
* {{p|Bastiodon}} ([[Byron]]'s; flashback)
* {{p|Chimecho}} ({{si|Maya}}'s)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{p|Ditto}}
* {{an|Dawn}} narrates the [[DP155|next episode]]'s preview.
* ''[[Together With the Wind]]'' and music from ''[[M04|Celebi: Voice of the Forest]]'', ''[[M06|Jirachi Wish Maker]]'' and ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' are used during this episode.
* The English version of the episode uses a remixed version of ''[[I'll Always Remember You]]'' as background music.
* This episode marks the first time one of {{Ash}}'s Pokémon has left his [[party]] mid-region since ''[[EP225|Bulbasaur... the Ambassador!]]'', almost 400 episodes previously.
* This episode resembles a [[DP054|similar episode]], where [[James's Cacnea|a main character's Pokémon]] learns a new move and is left to train. That episode also takes place exactly 100 episodes previous to this one.
** It also takes place 30 episodes after ''[[DP124|To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!]]'', another episode where a [[Dawn's Ambipom|main character's Pokémon]] is put under the training of [[O|another Trainer]].
*** It also takes place more than 400 episodes after [[EP199|an episode with a similar name]].
* The Finnish title is a word play. When someone is in a good mood one can say "{{tt|Olen hyvällä tuulella|I'm in a good mood}}", however, if translated literally, it can also mean "I'm on a good wind", since "tuuli" can mean both mood or wind in Finnish.

===Errors===
* Even though Ash learned how to take advantage of wind currents in [[PokéRinger]] competitions, he doesn't know the basics in this episode.
===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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'''The Treasure Is All Mine!''' (Japanese: '''危険がいっぱい！コジロウの宝箱！！''' ''Full of Danger! {{tt|Kojirō|James}}'s Treasure Chest!!'') is the 153rd episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 619th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It aired in Japan on November 26, 2009 and in the United States on April 17, 2010.
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==Synopsis==
The episode begins with {{Ash}} and {{an|Dawn}} having a battle while on their way to [[Daybreak Town]] for Dawn's next [[Pokémon Contest]]. When [[Ash's Monferno]] accidentally {{m|Dig|digs}} up a buried treasure chest, they all try to break it open, but it is too well made. {{TRT}} sees them trying to break it open, and decide to steal the chest to get the treasure inside. They disguise themselves as the treasure chest gang, but they soon reveal themselves as Team Rocket, and Ash has {{AP|Pikachu}} use {{m|Thunderbolt}} which sends them blasting off. When they land, [[James]] remembers that he used to own the treasure chest, and buried it when he was a child, but he can't remember what he hid inside it. The team decides to retrieve the item again, imaging it contains some of James's allowance.

Ash and his friends are continuing their journey when suddenly Team Rocket shows up once more, and they try to tell Ash that the chest belonged to James. Ash and friends assume it is a lie, but {{an|Brock}} says that if it did belong to James, then he would know how to open it. James tries to open the chest, but he can't remember how. He tries different passwords, and when he tries for the third time, the chests looks like it is opening, but it's really the security system. James tells them to run, but a cannon comes out of the lid and sends Team Rocket blasting off. When they land, James suddenly remembers what was inside the chest, but he won't tell [[Jessie]] or {{MTR}}. He becomes determined to stop anyone finding out what was inside the chest.

Meanwhile, Ash and his friends are admiring a huge, impressive-looking mansion, when suddenly the gates open and a butler comes running out of the building to take the chest, which he says belongs to master James. He proves it is James's by showing the gang a picture on the bottom of the chest which James did of his Pokémon [[Growlie]] when he was a little boy. The butler gets very emotional at the thought of James returning, and starts to look for him in the bushes and trees. Ash and Brock tell Dawn that James came from a very rich family, and that the huge mansion was probably one of his family's summer estates.

James and the rest of Team Rocket are watching, and James is scared that if he sees James, Sebastian (the butler) will call his parents, and his fiancée, [[Jessiebelle]], whose controlling personality was the reason he ran away from home and joined Team Rocket. James comes up with a plan to retrieve the chest without being recognized by Sebastian.

Ash, Dawn and Brock are inside the mansion, and Dawn wonders why James joined Team Rocket at the first place. Brock says that maybe James was looking for his freedom. Sebastian offer a meal to Ash and his friends as a thank you for finding master James's treasure chest, and while the gang are tucking in, Sebastian asks them where they found the chest. Before they can answer, the doorbell rings. It is Jessie, disguised as Jessiebelle, and Meowth and James disguised as her servants. Jessie says that she has just come to pick up the treasure chest for James, who had returned and was marrying her after all. Sebastian begins to cry with happiness, and Meowth orders Ash to fetch the chest. Everything is going well for James, but then suddenly his old Pokémon Growlie wanders out, and recognizes James even through his disguise. Growlie jumps onto James to say hello, and knocks the disguise off. Even though James is scared that has been found out, he is pleased to see his old Pokémon again. Sebastian is overjoyed to see James, but he quickly sends out a {{p|Spinarak}} which he tells to use {{m|String Shot}} on James so he can be handed over to his parents and marry Jessiebelle. James sends out his {{TP|James|Mime Jr.}} which uses {{m|Teeter Dance}}, which allows James to send Sebastian and Spinarak down a hidden trap door into a dungeon. James takes the chest from Ash, and when asked by Dawn and Jessie, he tells them what is inside the chest.

James tells them about how, when he was very little, he was tired of all the formal balls his parents hosted, and on the night of one of these parties he met Jessiebelle on a balcony. He fell in love with her right away, even though he only knew her name. He didn't realize the meeting had been planned by his parents. That night he wrote a love letter to Jessiebelle, asking her to marry him. He thought how embarrassing it would be if anyone other than her read the note, and just then his parents, who had been listening to him, handed him the treasure chest, which was handmade by his father. They also told him that he would be going to Jessiebelle's house the next night, and he should tell her how he feels. The next night, before James got a chance to ask Jessiebelle to marry him, she said yes, and that it has already been arranged by their parents. She demanded that he gets a {{p|Skitty}} to replace his {{p|Growlithe}}, but James refused to part with his best friend, and ran out of the house. He told Growlie use Dig, and buried the chest so no-one will find it.

The flash-back ends, and James says that if Jessiebelle was to find the letter, she would see it as a marriage certificate, and he would have to spend the rest of his life with her. Suddenly, the security systems go off... it is Jessiebelle, she is making her way to the mansion along with hundreds of guards. The guards surround the building, so James can't escape. James realizes Sebastian must have called her. James says that he has a secret passageway they can escape through. At the same time, Jessiebelle enters the mansion, where she is greeted by Sebastian, who jumps up through the floor. He leads her to the secret passageway, where Ash, Dawn, Brock, Jessie, James and Meowth are all running from her. James tells everyone to hurry up, and Dawn says that she can't see what any of it has to do with them. James reminds them that none of it would have happened if Ash hadn't dug the chest up in the first place, so they should help him escape. They see Jessiebelle and Sebastian running close behind them, and quickly get to the end of the tunnel, trapping Jessiebelle and Sebastian inside. Ash and Brock tell James to run while he has the chance, but James says that he has to dispose of the letter first, and he unsuccessfully tries to guess the password again. This time the chest transforms into a huge and scary looking robot, but really it is only a foot tall. It shoots at Team Rocket, but Growlie uses {{m|Flamethrower}} and stops the laser. James gets Growlie to attack the chest, and once Growlie has used Flamethrower, Dig, then one last Flamethrower, the robot turns back into a chest, which then turns into a tiny rocket and flies away.

Inside the tunnel, Jessiebelle gets her {{p|Vileplume}} to use {{m|SolarBeam}}, which breaks down the door. Jessiebelle tells James that all the arrangements for the wedding have been made, and James says that he gives up, and just wants to say goodbye to his friends before he goes to get married, but James asks Ash to use Thunderbolt. Ash agrees, and Pikachu sends Team Rocket blasting off. James is happy to have escaped, but suddenly realizes that it is not Jessie who has blasted off with them, its Jessiebelle! Jessie lands on her own, surrounded by Jessiebelle's guards, who mistake her for Jessiebelle.

The episode ends with Ash and his friends making their way to the next city, while the scene changes to James and Meowth being chased by Jessiebelle.

==Major events==

* [[James]] is reunited with his childhood companion [[Growlie]] at one of his old mansions.
* Growlie is revealed to know {{m|Dig}}.
* [[Jessebelle]] returns to once again try to marry James, but to no avail.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Jessiebelle]]
* {{si|Sebastian}}
* Jessiebelle's bodyguards
* [[James's parents]] (flashback)
* Party guests (flashback)

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Monferno}} ({{OP|Ash|Infernape}})
* {{p|Mime Jr.}} ({{OP|James|Mime Jr.}})
* {{p|Growlithe}} ([[Growlie|James's]]; nicknamed ''Growlie'')
* {{p|Vileplume}} ([[Jessiebelle]]'s)
* {{p|Spinarak}} ({{si|Sebastian}}'s)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{p|Snorunt}}
* This episode marks one of the very few times when Team Rocket wants to be blasted off.
* This is [[Growlie]]'s first appearance since its [[EP048|debut]]. The same can be said about [[James's parents]], though they only appear in flashback.
* While {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} normally hates accepting food from strangers, he is seen happily eating when Sebastian serves the group refreshments.
* There were 571 episodes between Jessiebelle's first appearance and this one, which to this date is the longest time between a particular human character's first and second physical appearances within the show (while she did appear in ''[[DP002|Two Degrees of Separation!]]'', it was only in one of James's flashbacks).
** This also marks the longest time that has taken place between two appearances of a Pokémon belonging to a main character, which is the same 571 episodes.
* Music from ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]'', and ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]'' is used in this episode.
* The English title of this episode is a reference to the phrase "the pleasure is all mine".
* In the dub, Jessiebelle ended the episode saying the same line she ended with in ''[[EP048|Holy Matrimony!]]'', "You're not running properly!"
* The preview of this episode was narrated by Team Rocket.

===Errors===
* In [[James]]'s mansion, the trio are sitting in couches discussing how James got into Team Rocket. In the first "clip," the wall behind Brock has a drawer up against it. In the next "clip," (at a different angle) the pattern on the wall has changed, and the drawer is gone.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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'''The Battle Finale of Legend!''' (Japanese: '''ディアルガとパルキア！最後の戦い！！''' ''Dialga and Palkia! The Final Battle!'') is the 152nd episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 618th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It aired in Japan as a one-hour special on November 12, 2009, along with ''[[DP151|The Needs of the Three!]]'' and in the United States on April 10, 2010.

{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
Directly from the last episode, [[Ash's Pikachu]] and [[Dawn's Piplup]] use their attacks to breach the tanks holding the {{an|lake guardians}}. As {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} rush to rescue them, [[Mars]]'s {{p|Purugly}} and [[Jupiter]]'s {{p|Skuntank}} push them back with {{m|Iron Tail}} attacks. Pikachu, Piplup and {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}} are distracted, exposing them to Toxicroak's {{m|Sludge Bomb}} attack, putting them down. They then notice the [[Red Chain]] fragments on the lake guardian's foreheads, which [[Cyrus]] and [[Charon]] fill them in, the Pokémon now under the control of the powers of {{p|Arceus|the original one}}. Intending to fulfill his quest of creating a new world, he walks out with the lake guardians, leaving Ash and his friends trapped by [[Team Galactic]].

[[Looker]] and {{TRT}}, now disguised as {{tc|Galactic Grunt|Team Galactic grunts}}, proceed to take over the entrance to the [[Spear Pillar]]. Team Galactic leaves their headquarters via helicopter with Ash and his friends imprisoned in the same helicopter. [[Cynthia]] spots the chopper from the ground and follows in her SUV. Looker and Team Rocket, having neutralized the Galactic grunts, pretend to stand guard at the entrance with the intent of ambushing Team Galactic just as their chopper arrives and sets down. However, Cyrus and his Commanders easily see through the disguise which results in them being incapacitated by a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack from Jupiter's Skuntank and being put in the helicopter's cell with Ash and his friends.

Outside the gate, [[Saturn]] uses the Spear Key to unlock the gate to the [[Spear Pillar]], the key being absorbed into the gate and changing form. Cyrus opens the gate with the Red Chain fragment in his hand, opening the pathway. The path lights up, leading down to the Spear Pillar as Cyrus and his men, except for Jupiter, head inside. Moments later, as Jupiter grows bored of having to wait, Skuntank gets hit by a {{m|Giga Impact}} from [[Cynthia's Garchomp]]. Cynthia confronts her as Garchomp restrains Jupiter. Cynthia frees Ash and his friends, locking down Jupiter and the Galactic grunts. Though Jupiter insists it is too late, Ash and his friends proceed into the Spear Pillar to stop Cyrus.

Inside the Spear Pillar, Cyrus and his men reach their destination, placing the {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Adamant Orb|Adamant}} and {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Lustrous Orb}}s, as well as the lake guardians, in position around the ancient ruins. Cyrus uses the power of the Red Chain to force the lake guardians to use their energies to power the orbs and begin to summon {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}}. Charon then gives the order to fire and two bolts of Red Chain energy are shot from a cannon around the formations of two mystical energy portals. As the portals begin to take shape, their powers are quickly causing disturbances around [[Mt. Coronet]], which [[Professor Rowan]] and {{Gary}} pick up from their lab. Dialga and Palkia start to appear at the Spear Pillar, the Red Chains quickly taking control of both. Pikachu, Piplup, and Croagunk fly in on {{AP|Staraptor}}, Garchomp and {{AP|Gliscor}}, destroying the cannon. Saturn sends out Toxicroak, but Croagunk jumps from Gliscor and, just as Toxicroak finishes emerging from its [[Poké Ball]], strikes it with {{m|Brick Break}} to the head. Toxicroak falls to the ground knocked out to Saturn's shock, while Brock commends a happy Croagunk on a great job.

Though Cynthia is awed to meet the lake guardians, she never wanted to see them this way. Mars sends out Purugly and the Grunts send out {{p|Golbat}}, but Pikachu and Piplup easily put them down, allowing Ash and his friends to proceed. Pikachu, Piplup and Croagunk free the lake guardians, destroying the Red Chain fragments on their foreheads. Ash recalls Staraptor and Gliscor into their Poké Balls and he, {{an|Dawn}} and {{an|Brock}} retrieve the lake guardians. Dialga and Palkia start to disappear and it appears that Cyrus has lost; however, it emerges that he has a back-up plan—Cyrus summons more power from the Red Chain, and the formations begin to glow, causing Dialga and Palkia themselves to appear. The Pokémon strain under the power of the Red Chain as it takes control of them.

The lake guardians Pokémon draw into their powers as they telepathically ask Ash and his friends to free Dialga and Palkia. Cyrus orders the [[legendary Pokémon]] to use their powers, creating a portal into another dimension that will expand outward and consume the old world, the effects causing massive disturbances around Mt. Coronet. Ash and his friends try to attack the Red Chains holding Dialga and Palkia, but Cyrus has the legendary Pokémon use their [[signature move]]s, {{m|Roar of Time}} and {{m|Spacial Rend}}, to stop Pikachu, Piplup, Croagunk and Garchomp's attacks. Dialga's Roar of Time also proceeds to strike Ash and his friends, but the lake guardians blocks the attack.

Saturn and Mars want to go into the new world with Cyrus, but he turns on them, revealing his true intention of having the new world to himself. Ash and his friends attack again, this time destroying the Red Chains and freeing Dialga and Palkia. The portal begins to shrink, but Cyrus walks up and gets drawn into it before it fades. Mars panics and wants to go too, but Saturn holds her back as the portal disappears.

However, Dialga and Palkia continue to rampage, creating a massive black hole of negative energy that threatens to envelop and destroy the [[Sinnoh]] [[region]]. Cynthia warns them of the impending danger as the lake guardians pleads with Ash and his friends to do what they can. One by one, the lake guardians use their energies to calm Dialga and Palkia before creating a portal that sends them back to their isolated dimensions, reversing the energy levels and clearing the area around Mt. Coronet.

The lake guardians celebrates with Ash and his friends before disappearing. Back at the surface, Professor Rowan and Gary arrive. The Adamant and Lustrous Orbs are secured as Gary decides to take them back to [[Professor Carolina]]. While Team Rocket makes their getaway, the police take away Saturn, Jupiter and Mars. Cynthia thanks Ash and his friends for saving Sinnoh as they continue on their journey.

==Major events==
* [[Cyrus]] succeeds in briefly summoning {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}}.
* {{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}} and {{an|Brock}}, after setting them free from [[Team Galactic]]'s control, join forces with {{an|Lake guardians|Azelf, Mesprit, and Uxie}} to stop Cyrus and calm Dialga and Palkia.
* Cyrus disappears through a portal created by {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}}; his ultimate fate is unknown.
* [[Saturn]], [[Mars]] and [[Jupiter]] are arrested while the {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Adamant Orb}} and the {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Lustrous Orb}} are recovered, thereby bringing down [[Team Galactic]].
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Cyrus]]
* [[Mars]]
* [[Jupiter]]
* [[Saturn]]
* [[Charon]]
* [[Looker]]
* [[Cynthia]]
* {{Gary}}
* [[Professor Rowan]]
* [[Yuzo]]
* {{tc|Galactic Grunt}}s

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Garchomp}} ({{OP|Cynthia|Garchomp}})
* {{p|Toxicroak}} ({{OP|Saturn|Toxicroak}})
* {{p|Purugly}} ([[Mars]]'s)
* {{p|Skuntank}} ([[Jupiter]]'s)
* {{p|Golbat}} ({{tc|Galactic Grunt}}s'; ×2)
* {{p|Dialga}}
* {{p|Palkia}}
* {{p|Uxie}}
* {{p|Mesprit}}
* {{p|Azelf}}

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{p|Beldum}}
* This episode marks the most recent appearance of {{Gary}} in the series.
* This episode features a total of five [[legendary Pokémon]] ({{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Dialga}}, and {{p|Palkia}}), more than any other episode.
* {{p|Darkrai}} and {{p|Giratina}} once again replace {{p|Palkia}} and {{p|Dialga}}, respectively, in the beginning and ending of the preview of the next episode.
* Music from ''[[M05|Pokémon Heroes]]'', ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]'', and ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' is used in this episode.
* When Uxie, Azelf, and Mesprit use their abilities on Dialga and Palkia, Uxie's visually resembles the powers of [[Sheena]] and [[Damos]] to read Pokémon's hearts.
* When the [[Red Chain]] puts the rings around Palkia and Dialga, they resemble the rings of {{p|Arceus}}.
* A preview of future episodes is also shown. These include in order of the preview:
** [[Ash's Gliscor]] learning {{m|Giga Impact}} (''[[DP154|Mastering Current Events!]]''),
** [[Ash's Buizel]] learning {{m|Ice Punch}} (''[[DP159|Short and to the Punch!]]''),
** Dawn's Flame Ice combination with {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} and {{TP|Dawn|Cyndaquil}} (''[[DP155|Double-Time Battle Training!]]''),
** [[Zoey]] appearing, with a {{p|Leafeon}} and {{p|Kirlia}} (''[[DP155|Double-Time Battle Training!]]''),
** {{an|Barry}} appearing (''[[DP157|Gotta Get a Gible!]]''),
** Ash obtaining {{AP|a Gible|Gible}} (''[[DP157|Gotta Get a Gible!]]''),
** Ash's {{p|Gible}} battling with [[Barry's Empoleon]] (''[[DP157|Gotta Get a Gible!]]'').
* Team Rocket doesn't blast off or recite their {{motto}} in this episode.

===Errors===
[[File:DP152 Error.png|thumb|200px|right|The balloon's missing tail]]
* In one scene, Uxie, Mesprit, and Azelf hover in front of Brock, Dawn, and Ash in that order; in the very next shot, Uxie and Azelf have switched positions.
* In another scene several minutes later, the same occurs, with Azelf and Mesprit switching positions.
* Near the end of the episode, the tail of Team Rocket's [[Team Rocket's mechas|Meowth balloon]] is missing.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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'''The Needs of the Three!''' (Japanese: '''アグノム・ユクシー・エムリット！''' ''{{tt|Agnome|Azelf}}, {{tt|Yuxie|Uxie}}, {{tt|Emrit|Mesprit}}!'') is the 151st episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 617th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It aired in Japan as a one-hour special on November 12, 2009, along with ''[[DP152|The Battle Finale of Legend!]]'' and in the United States on April 3, 2010.

{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
The episode opens in a dream-like world, as {{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}} and {{an|Brock}} are greeted by the {{an|Lake guardians|lake trio}}. Suddenly, the dream world darkens as the lake trio runs away from a dark energy. Though Ash and {{ashfr}} pursue, the energy bands catch up to the lake trio. Ash and his friends suddenly wake up, realizing that they all had the same dream.

The next day at [[Lake Valor]], [[J]]'s ship appears from its cloaking field and opens its ventral hatch, preparing the Galactic Bomb. {{Gary}} and his {{TP|Gary|Umbreon}} spot the ship and reports to [[Professor Rowan]] over his radio. In [[Sandgem Town]], the professor confirms through a live feed from his lab and decides to alert [[Yuzo]] and [[Professor Carolina]] at [[Lake Verity|Lakes Verity]] and [[Lake Acuity|Acuity]]. Gary tries to stop the ship with {{TP|Gary|Electivire}}, but [[Saturn]]'s {{TP|Saturn|Toxicroak}} intervenes with a {{m|Dark Pulse}}, putting himself between Gary and J. Umbreon attempts to use {{m|Psychic}}, but Toxicroak quickly stops Umbreon with an {{m|X-Scissor}} attack before Umbreon can attack. Meanwhile, J sends the order to release the bomb. It descends into the lake's depths and explodes into a brilliant blue light, affecting {{p|Azelf}}. At the same time, Ash feels a sharp pain in his head, knowing that Azelf was affected and connects it to their dream. The bomb creates a gap in the lake, revealing an orb of blue light at the lake's bottom. Saturn mentions that the bomb was made from the [[Veilstone City]] meteorite and can open a hole in space connecting to where the lake trio live. While Professor Rowan fills Ash and his friends in on the situation at Lake Valor, Yuzo notices activity at Lake Verity, while Carolina notes activity at Lake Acuity. Back at the lake, Gary and Saturn observe the event, as J rides out on her {{TP|J|Salamence}}.

Gary tries to intervene again with Electivire's {{m|Thunder}}, but a {{m|Poison Jab}} from Toxicroak stops that attempt. {{tc|Galactic Grunt|Team Galactic grunts}} release many {{p|Golbat}} to aid J as her Salamence fires {{m|Hyper Beam}} at the blue orb. The orb brightens and disappears, revealing the lake guardian Azelf. Surrounded by Golbat, Azelf fires {{m|Extrasensory}} to take down the Golbat, as they try to hit with {{m|Supersonic}}. Azelf dodges them, but Salamence blocks Azelf. J fires her bracelet at Azelf, and although it tries to block with Extrasensory, both attacks go through each other. While J and Salamence take the hit, Azelf is turned to stone and placed on a capture plate. Almost instantly, Ash feels the pain and they decide to head out. Back at Team Galactic headquarters, [[Cyrus]] and [[Charon]] observe the live events on screen as Cyrus recites the key part of the legend, revealing that if one of the lake trio members fall, the others would appear in short order. As predicted, his scouts at the other lakes reported brief sighting of the other lake guardians. Dawn and Brock both feel the cries of {{p|Mesprit}} and {{p|Uxie}}, and after talking with Rowan, decide to head to Lake Valor. Outside, [[Cynthia]] pulls up in a SUV. While Saturn takes the captured Azelf, Uxie and Mesprit arrive on scene, noticing their fallen comrade and try to free Azelf with Extrasensory attacks, but are forced to dodge {{p|Purugly}}'s {{m|Shadow Ball}} and {{p|Skuntank}}'s {{m|Flamethrower}} attacks. [[Jupiter]] and [[Mars]] have the Golbat attack. Both proceed to dodge before launching dual {{m|Future Sight}} attacks. The attacks go into the sky and dissipate, before J uses her bracelet to freeze Mesprit. Uxie fires another Extrasensory attack, cracking J's goggles. While Uxie smirks, J hits Uxie with the bracelet, freezing the final member of the lake trio, completing her mission.

Ash and his friends race to Lake Valor in Cynthia's SUV. Dawn and Brock also begin to feel sharp pain as Cynthia informs them that [[Looker]] is on Mt. Coronet and they need to contact him. Back at the lake, Gary watches helplessly as Team Galactic takes the lake trio. J and Salamence debrief and head back to their ship, preparing to head back to base. Suddenly, the Future Sight attack strikes and knocks out the ship's engines, sending it into the whirlpool. Inside, J and her crew brace as the ship hits the edge of the whirlpool and takes on water, the glass ports breaking and the ship descending into the depths before creating a huge explosion. Team Galactic makes their getaway in their chopper, leaving a frustrated Gary behind.

{{TRT}} rides in their [[Team Rocket's mechas|balloon]] towards Mt. Coronet looking for Team Galactic. They spot Looker on the ground and land, to meet him. Looker informs them about the situation and tries to keep them quiet, wanting to stop them. Team Rocket decides to help. They notice Team Galactic security and plan to use a mimic disguise to get in.

Meanwhile, Cynthia drives Ash and his friends as Rowan informs Ash that Gary is okay, but Team Galactic got away. Cynthia brings up the Celestic Ruins and mentions that Team Galactic has everything needed to summon Dialga and Palkia, possibly unlocking powers beyond their comprehension. At HQ, Charon starts his experiment as the others watch. The [[Red Chain]] fragments are put into the stasis cells holding the lake trio, embedding the fragments on their foreheads and removing them from freeze, painfully drawing their power, which sends waves of pain through Ash and his friends. Suddenly, Ash and his friends are {{m|teleport}}ed out of Cynthia's SUV, causing her to stop.

Ash and his friends are suddenly pulled into Team Galactic's HQ, stunning everyone. They notice the imprisoned lake trio as [[Brock's Croagunk]] comes out, ready to battle its rival Saturn's Toxicroak. Mars and Jupiter summon Purugly and Skuntank, and everyone is ready to fight, but Cyrus calmly calls them out about human emotion hampering human advancement. Ash and his friends notice and find out that he is the leader of Team Galactic. Cyrus openly announces his intentions and plans to create a new world, Ash and his friends are not going to stand for it. Despite being surrounded, Ash and his friends decide to help, {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} attacking the stasis cells while Croagunk attacks Toxicroak.

==Major events==

* [[J|Pokémon Hunter J]] succeeds in capturing {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}} and {{p|Uxie}} for [[Team Galactic]], but her ship is destroyed by Mesprit and Uxie's {{m|Future Sight}} and crashes into [[Lake Valor]].
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} learn that [[Cyrus]] is the leader of Team Galactic.
* Cyrus prepares to summon {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}}.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[J]]
* [[Cyrus]]
* [[Saturn]]
* [[Mars]]
* [[Jupiter]]
* [[Charon]]
* {{tc|Galactic Grunt}}s
* [[Looker]]
* [[Cynthia]]
* [[Professor Carolina]]
* [[Professor Rowan]]
* [[Gary Oak]]
* [[Yuzo]]

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Umbreon}} ({{OP|Gary|Umbreon}})
* {{p|Electivire}} ({{OP|Gary|Electivire}})
* {{p|Salamence}} ({{OP|J|Salamence}})
* {{p|Toxicroak}} ({{OP|Saturn|Toxicroak}})
* {{p|Purugly}} ([[Mars]]'s)
* {{p|Skuntank}} ([[Jupiter]]'s)
* {{p|Golbat}} ({{tc|Galactic Grunt}}s'; multiple)
* {{p|Magikarp}} (multiple)
* {{p|Uxie}}
* {{p|Mesprit}}
* {{p|Azelf}}

==Trivia==
* There is no [[Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]] following this episode (due to it being shown immediately before ''[[DP152|The Battle Finale of Legend!]]'').
* This is the first time that {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, and {{p|Uxie}} appear in their physical forms. They previously appeared as projected souls in ''[[DP001|Following a Maiden's Voyage!]]'', ''[[DP078|Pruning a Passel of Pals!]]'', and ''[[DP133|Uncrushing Defeat!]]'' respectively.
* The title card is read by {{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}} and {{an|Brock}}.
* In this episode, J used a Galactic Bomb on [[Lake Valor]], which is what Saturn did in the games.
* The background music ''Darkrai: From Within the Shadows'' from the [[Dialga vs. Palkia vs. Darkrai Music Collection|tenth]] [[M10|movie]] is used in this episode.
* Despite sharing the same name in both Japanese and English, {{p|Uxie}} has two different voice actors for both languages.
* Music from ''[[M04|Celebi: Voice of the Forest]]'', ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]'', and ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' is played during this episode.
* Team Rocket doesn't blast off or recite their {{motto}} in this episode.

===Errors===
* Gary's Umbreon looks much larger than it actually is in one scene.
* Both {{p|Mesprit}} and {{p|Uxie}} use {{m|Teleport}} during this episode, a move [[Anime move errors|neither can legally learn]].

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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'''Unlocking the Red Chain of Events!''' (Japanese: '''赤い鎖！ギンガ団始動！！''' ''The Red Chain! Activated by {{tt|Ginga-dan|Team Galactic}}!!'') is the 150th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 616th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on November 5, 2009 and in the United States on March 27, 2010.
{{spoilers}}
==Synopsis==
The episode starts with a Galactic grunt being attacked by {{p|Golbat}}. Then, a {{p|Skuntank}} and [[Jupiter]] appeared. The grunt took off his mask, revealing to be [[Looker]]. After Skuntank was about to use {{m|Slash}}, there was an explosion. Then, the screen shows [[Floaroma Town]] where [[Forsythia]] and her {{p|Roserade}} and {{p|Lotad}} watering flowers. In the [[Pokémon Center]], the gang are watching television, learning that the next Pokémon Contest will be held in [[Daybreak Town]], under a Double Performance. Ash and the gang was on {{rt|205|Sinnoh}}, then {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} saw something in the flowers. They saw that it was {{MTR}}.

Meowth told them what had happened while Brock heals him with [[Potion]]. {{TRT}} was walking, feeling hungry, when they saw [[Team Galactic]]'s helicopter. They chased after it and arrived at a factory which Brock checks on his [[Pokégear]] and identifies it as [[Fuego Ironworks]]. Team Rocket climbed a ladder and saw Jupiter and a man. Ash and the gang realize that it is Looker. Then, it shows the things earlier and Skuntank about to use {{m|Slash}}. A {{m|Vine Whip}} stopped its attack, belonging to [[James's Carnivine]]. Skuntank managed to break free and Jupiter commands the Golbat to attack. That was when the explosion occurred. Jupiter's Skuntank attacked Jessie and James while the Golbat attacked Meowth and sent him blasting off. After being bandaged, Meowth proceeds to return to Fuego Ironworks to help Jessie and James. Ash and the gang want to help too, prompting Piplup and Pikachu to catch up with him but Meowth warns them off with {{m|Fury Swipes}}, refusing to take charity from them and reminding them that they're enemies. Dawn comments that they're actually in this for Looker since he had helped them out a few days earlier on Mt. Coronet.

Back at the [[Fuego Ironworks]], [[Jessie]], [[James]] and [[Looker]] are locked up inside a prison cell. Jessie saw something on the floor outside the room. It was Jupiter's Skuntank. It looked away after looking at Jessie. Then, Jessie wants to attack it but as she was about to touch the door, Looker warned her but Jessie was soon shocked by electricity. Looker tells Team Rocket that Team Galactic has been secretly using Fuego Ironworks to make something. Meanwhile at [[Mt. Coronet]], [[Saturn's Toxicroak]] uses {{m|Rock Smash}} to break down a part of the mountain, revealing a huge, silvery spherical object. The Spear Key reacts to the object, confirming to them that they've finally found the Gateway to the Spear Pillar. The scene then cuts to Jupiter and [[Charon]] talking about and receiving new orders to deliver the [[Red Chain]]. A Team Galactic Grunt then informs Jupiter and Charon that an unidentified flying object has been detected near the Factory perimeter which turns out to be Ash, Dawn, Brock, Pikachu, Piplup, and Meowth approaching Fuego Ironworks in Meowth's Balloon. Upon being confronted by a group of Golbat, Ash's Pikachu, riding on {{AP|Staraptor}}, and Dawn's {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}}, riding on Ash's {{AP|Gliscor}}, take them out with Thunderbolt and Discharge.

They land on top of a building where Jupiter and Skuntank meet them. Jupiter orders Skuntank to use {{m|Flamethrower}}. Piplup counters with {{m|BubbleBeam}}. Jupiter asks Ash, Dawn and Brock to join Team Galactic. They refuse. Meowth asks about Jessie and James and Ash asks where Looker is. Jupiter doesn't give them any information, but to Dawn she says "Oh, {{p|Mesprit}}", to Ash she says, "{{p|Azelf}}," and to Brock she says, "{{p|Uxie}}." The screen cuts to flashbacks at [[Lake Verity]], [[Lake Valor]], and [[Lake Acuity]]. "Why did it have to be you. I'm talking about the lake trio of course. Why is it that they chose you. We were the ones who were supposed to have synchronized with the lake trio." Then a group of Golbat use {{m|Air Cutter}} on Pikachu and Staraptor. Pikachu counters with {{m|Thunderbolt}} while Meowth rushes forward and uses Fury Swipes. Then Skuntank uses Flamethrower and Piplup counters with BubbleBeam. Gliscor and Pachirisu land behind Jupiter and Skuntank and Pikachu and Staraptor land on the side. Jupiter orders a {{m|Toxic}} and they escape in the helicopter. They then look around the Fuego Ironworks for Team Rocket and Looker. In the helicopter Jupiter asks about the Red Chain. Charon assures her it's safe. In the cell Looker comments on how quiet it is outside. Jessie and James say there hungry but Looker quiets them. Ash and Co. run down a hall and Looker calls to Ash. Meowth asks where his "peeps" are, and Jessie and James grab the bars and are shocked. Piplup and Pikachu use BubbleBeam and Thunderbolt on the door and it breaks.

Looker thanks them and Team Rocket reunite then leave. Then Looker, Ash, Dawn, Brock, Pikachu, and Piplup explore the Fuego Ironworks. They come to the place where the [[Red Chain]] was and find a shard. Meanwhile, Team Rocket is flying toward [[Mt. Coronet]] with full intentions of settling a score with Team Galactic. At the Police Station a machine examines the shard and transmits the data to [[International Police]] HQ. But within a few seconds the shard glows and the computer display shows a Charon smiley followed by an explosion. The shard turned out to be some sort of bomb as they receive a call from the International Police informing them that their entire database had been wiped out during the analysis. Looker departs from the station infuriated by the setback and the scene cuts to Team Galactic on their way to the Spear Pillar with the {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Adamant Orb}}, {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Lustrous Orb}}, and [[Red Chain]] in their possession. Cyrus then contacts [[J|Pokémon Hunter J]] with new orders: "Sorry to keep you waiting. Proceed in capturing the {{an|lake guardians|lake trio}}." [[Narrator]], "As Team Galactic's evil plans begin to unfold, what will become of Ash, Dawn, and Brock? Stay tuned to find out."

==Major events==
* {{an|Dawn}} learns the next {{pkmn|Contest}} will be held in [[Daybreak Town]] and will be held under the [[Double Performance]] rule.
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} encounter [[Jupiter]] for the first time and also rescue [[Looker]] from the [[Fuego Ironworks]].
* [[Cyrus]] hires [[J|Pokémon Hunter J]] to capture {{an|Lake guardians|Mesprit, Azelf, and Uxie}}.
* [[Team Galactic]] discovers the gateway to the [[Spear Pillar]].
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Officer Jenny]]
* [[Looker]]
* [[Cyrus]]
* [[Saturn]]
* [[Mars]]
* [[Jupiter]]
* [[Charon]]
* {{tc|Galactic Grunt}}s
* [[Forsythia]]
* [[Marian]] (on television)
* [[J]]
* Scientist
* [[International Police]] HQ database manager

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Pachirisu}} ({{OP|Dawn|Pachirisu}})
* {{p|Carnivine}} ({{OP|James|Carnivine}})
* {{p|Toxicroak}} ({{OP|Saturn|Toxicroak}})
* {{p|Skuntank}} ([[Jupiter]]'s)
* {{p|Golbat}} ({{tc|Galactic Grunt}}s'; multiple)
* {{p|Lotad}} ([[Forsythia]]'s)
* {{p|Roserade}} ([[Forsythia]]'s)
* {{p|Lucario}} (on television)
* {{p|Froslass}} (on television)
* {{p|Mesprit}} (flashback)
* {{p|Azelf}} (flashback)
* {{p|Uxie}} (flashback)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{p|Bonsly}}
* Music from ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]'' is heard playing during the scenes with the [[Red Chain]].
* Jupiter openly states to Looker that she finds him attractive (though the sentiment isn't the same for him). This could suggest that they are around the same age.
* The title is a reference to the phrase "{{wp|chain of events}}".
* Team Rocket doesn't recite their {{motto}} in this episode.
** Also, only Meowth blasts off in this episode.

===Errors===
* Jupiter states that she knew that Ash, Dawn, and Brock had seen Azelf, Mesprit, and Uxie, respectively. While it is likely that Cyrus told her of Ash and Dawn's encounters with the legendary Pokémon, Brock encountered Uxie long after this.
* After Jessie was electrocuted by the trap in the cell door, the Skuntank guarding the cell was shown laughing up against a wall identical to that of inside the cell (made of stone). However, in the shot before, it was up against a normal looking, smooth wall.
* This episode refers to the location of Dawn's next Contest as ''Daybreak City'', however in all future instances it would be named [[Daybreak Town]], not City.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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|ko={{tt|빨강쇠사슬! 갤럭시단의 음모! ''Bbalgang'soi'sa'seul! Gael'leog'sidan-ui eum'mo!''|The Red Chain! Team Galactic's Scheme!}}
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'''Sticking With Who You Know!''' (Japanese: '''ピカチュウポッチャマくっつかないで！！''' ''Pikachu, {{tt|Pochama|Piplup}}, Keep Apart!!'') is the 149th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 615th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on October 29, 2009 and in the United States on March 20, 2010.

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==Synopsis==
{{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} stop in a large town, deciding to go to the local [[Pokémon Center]]. When they get there, {{an|Brock}} is strung out on [[Nurse Joy]] as usual before {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}} pulls him away. Ash heads outside to train with {{AP|Pikachu}}, but as {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} follows, he runs into Pikachu and they both fall, Pikachu shocking Piplup out of reflex. Piplup gets angry and berates Pikachu. Suddenly, both {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} are overcome with attraction as they rush each other and embrace.

Right away, Ash and his friends know something is amiss as Piplup and Pikachu continue to hug. At a nearby building, a scientist works nonstop, the room strewn with research materials as he works on a generator. {{TRT}} works on tidying the area, as they were hired by the professor, named [[Professor Kodama|Kodama]], since they don't have a task. [[James]] and {{MTR}} make up an excuse to leave the building, leaving [[Jessie]] to clean up the strewn paper notes. Nearby, a {{p|Magnemite}} and {{p|Quagsire}} stare angrily at each other.

Meanwhile, Ash and {{an|Dawn}}'s efforts to talk to their Pokémon fail. Ash decides to try to pull them apart, so he and Dawn grab their Pokémon and struggle to pull them apart, but the two seem stuck together. Ash manages to pull Pikachu away by a little, but Pikachu suddenly shocks everyone. Piplup gets hurt too, but he recovers and they go back to hugging again. Brock suggests that Dawn should recall Piplup, so she brings him back into his [[Poké Ball]]. Pikachu falls over, his body still posed. Piplup comes out of his Poké Ball and the two return to hugging. Ash and Dawn try to separate them again, but this time Brock suggests to split them and face them away from each other, identifying it as the situation being similar to a magnet, suggesting that having them face away could create a repulsion. It appears to work at first, but they spin back around and hug again. They decide to go to Nurse Joy and as they head inside, Meowth and James notice and decide to watch.

Inside the Center, they find out that other Pokémon have been affected just like Pikachu and Piplup. Brock notices that all the affected Pokémon are in a pair, with one {{t|Water}} type and one {{t|Electric}} type. Nurse Joy mentions that none of the other Pokémon in the center have been affected. Meowth listens in and concludes that Professor Kodama's experiment must be responsible, so he takes James back to the lab. When they return, they find the professor still hard at work. When Meowth asks the professor about his experiment, Kodama reveals that his invention is dubbed the Affinity-Enabler, which broadcasts a form of {{m|Attract}} over an antenna and causes Pokémon to cease any rivalry and become attracted, regardless of gender, but it seems to fail on his test subjects. It doesn't help that the two Pokémon have hated each other for some time. The two battle and cause destruction, but only Kodama's orders cause a ceasefire. Trying to help, he increases the machine's power, which causes the Pokémon at the Center to get even closer and hug more intently.

Brock notices that the two types are opposites and that the situation cannot possibly be natural, being more forced. Kodama continues his work while Meowth suggests that they steal the machine based on what Meowth and James saw earlier. Meowth suggests that they could use it to make Pikachu friendly towards Meowth so they can present it to {{an|Giovanni}}. Another scuffle between Magnemite and Quagsire accidentally hits the machine's lever, shutting the machine off. The effects stop immediately at the Center, making the Pokémon go back to normal. However, Kodama pulls the switch again, reversing the effect. A nearby {{pkmn|Trainer}} mentions that his {{p|Raichu}} never got along with the {{p|Squirtle}} it is attracted to now. Brock believes that the person creating the effect may have a similar situation with two Pokémon hating each other. Joy mentions Professor Kodama and that he has a lab nearby, wanting to make his Pokémon get along, everything clicking into place.

Joy leads them to Kodama's lab as Ash informs him of the situation. Kodama knows that his experiment was indeed successful as he fills them in on his research. Jessie and James try to get Ash and his friends to leave before they break the disguise, Meowth playing with the machine to try to get their attention. However, Kodama spots them and unintentionally breaks their disguise. After reciting their [[Team Rocket mottos|motto]], Meowth triggers their balloon and proceeds to steal the machine. Kodama grabs ahold as Team Rocket tries to escape with Ash and his friends in hot pursuit. Kodama hits the switch a couple of times on the machine, flickering the effects. Meowth grabs Pikachu and Piplup with a mecha arm. Quagsire and Magnemite show up and work together, Quagsire launching Magnemite to the balloon. Kodama rides on Magnemite as it shocks the machine, breaking the ropes and causing it to fall, breaking on impact and eliminating the effect. Quagsire uses {{m|Water Gun}} to break Kodama's fall and bring them to safety. It appears that Magnemite and Quagsire never really hated each other, but rather only wanted to use each other for battle training. Ash sends Staraptor to retrieve Pikachu and Piplup, bringing them to safety. Jessie and James prepare to battle, but Pikachu's {{m|Thunderbolt}} and Piplup's {{m|BubbleBeam}} send them blasting off before they can summon any Pokémon. Back at the Center, the Trainers happily leave, with their Pokémon in good shape. Brock mentions to Kodama that since Magnemite and Quagsire were dual-type Pokémon, the machine may not have worked. As Kodama prepares to return to his work, Ash and his friends set off.

==Major events==
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==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Nurse Joy]]
* [[Professor Kodama]]
* Trainers
* Villagers

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Carnivine}} ({{OP|James|Carnivine}})
* {{p|Chansey}} ({{OP|Nurse Joy|Chansey}})
* {{p|Quagsire}} ({{prof|Kodama}}'s)
* {{p|Magnemite}} ({{prof|Kodama}}'s)
====Pokémon seen at the Pokémon Center====
* {{p|Mareep}}
* {{p|Octillery}}
* {{p|Raichu}}
* {{p|Squirtle}}
* {{p|Luxio}}
* {{p|Marill}}

==Trivia==
* This was the first episode after the release of {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}} to air in the United States.
* The English dub title for this episode is based off the phrase: "Sticking with what you know."
* This episode was aired in the USA letterboxed, which is 16:9 on a 4:3 screen, for standard-definition viewers. This is probably due to Cartoon Network stopping their cropping practices sometime after the initial dub airing of the previous episode, as other 16:9 shows on the network which had been cropped for standard-definition viewers, including some episodes of the Pokémon anime which had initially been presented cropped, switched to letterboxed presentation sometime during the week prior to this episode's initial dub airing.
* The original English dub title was announced as ''Sticking With You Know Who!'' but was later changed.

===Errors===
* When Team Rocket blasts off, {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}}'s voice can be heard, although it is not outside of its [[Poké Ball]].

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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'''Try for the Family Stone!''' (Japanese: '''ムウマとヤミカラスとやみのいし！''' ''{{tt|Muma|Misdreavus}}, {{tt|Yamikarasu|Murkrow}} and the {{tt|Dark Stone|Dusk Stone}}!'') is the 148th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 614th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It aired in Japan on October 22, 2009 and in the United States on March 13, 2010.

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==Synopsis==
Still on the way to [[Sunyshore City]] so {{Ash}} can battle for his eighth and final [[Badge|Gym Badge]], he and {{ashfr}} find themselves lost in a deep forest, they saw a Murkrow up in a tree then flies above their heads, this makes Brock and Dawn worry that something bad may happen as it is told in an old saying about Murkrow. Suddenly, they felt the ground shaking and they surprisingly saw {{p|Giratina}}, before Ash attempts to look up Giratina's data in his Pokédex, Giratina tried to step into them. They escape the Giratina but they are caught up in a flood of rushing water, a woman rescues and wakes them up, they are told that they were caught up in an illusion caused by a Murkrow's {{m|Confuse Ray}}, Brock flirts at the woman only to be stopped by Croagunk. Ash and friends introduced themselves and the woman's name was revealed to be [[Rhyanna]], she lives in the nearby village and told them that Murkrow was her brother's Pokémon, the reason why she'd know that they are seeing illusions.

They start to talk about Rhyanna's brother, she told them that her brother's name was {{OBP|Mitchell|DP148}} and they used to battle together, Mitchell wants to become stronger so he trained his Murkrow in a mountain, that's when he began play pranks on the travelers. Ash and Dawn ask why she didn't put a stop to this, or talk to her brother, Rhyanna told them that she was being avoided by her younger brother that's why she's looking so hard for a {{evostone|Dusk Stone}} to evolve her {{p|Misdreavus}} into a {{p|Mismagius}}, believing from her grandpa that it can chant spells that can bring people happiness, she was planning to use it on Mitchell so that she and her brother can make up. Brock decides to help Rhyanna and promised to do everything he can to make her happy.

At a distance, {{TRT}} was eavesdropping on their conversation. James took out their new gadget, a Dusk Stone detection device, and they begin to search for a Dusk Stone, hoping to find their own happiness. Rhyanna takes our heroes to a shrine, according to her grandpa, people used to mine Dusk Stones somewhere nearby the shrine, she once tried to look for a Dusk Stone before but with no success. Ash and friends decide to help Rhyanna in her search this time, the four split up into two teams with Ash and Dawn, Rhyanna and Brock, Brock suggests that maybe her Misdreavus can find it, since they were the only ones that evolve via Dusk Stone so she took out her Misdreavus. Misdreavus searches and seems to sense something. As Ash and Dawn continue their search, the same Murkrow suddenly appears and starts pecking Piplup's head, Ash commands Pikachu to use Thunderbolt on it so that they can capture it, Murkrow couldn't dodge the hit and Mitchell came running back to it, Mitchell told them that his sister doesn't care for him but Dawn instantly disagrees to what Mitchell says, and explains that his sister was even trying to find a Dusk Stone just to make him happy, which makes him reconsider.

As Brock and Rhyanna follow Misdreavus, meanwhile Team Rocket's detection device lead them to falling off of a cliff, they find a mysterious cave and believe there maybe Dusk Stone's inside of it, they have a quick fantasy about giving a Mismagius to their boss and in turn realize in order to have a Mismagius, they should also have to catch a Misdreavus. Suddenly, they caught sight of Rhyanna's Misdreavus just before Rhyanna and Brock themselves falls off the same cliff. Ash and Dawn are chasing Mitchell. when Ash finally caught up to him, Mitchell says he wants to get the dusk stone before his sister does, he explains to Ash and Dawn that he wants to become stronger so that he could beat his sister, so he trained up in a mountain with Murkrow, though when training, Murkrow was disappointed at him for not doing well at the training, so Murkrow stopped listening into anything Mitchell told it, Ash and Dawn realize Mitchell has nothing to do with any of Murkrow's pranks, Mitchell keeps blaming his sister for this, Dawn told him to look at how his Pokémon feels, Ash, feeling the same way, also told Mitchell to work with Murkrow as a team and start listening Murkrow's feelings instead of his own.

Mitchell felt sorry for his Murkrow, and his tears woke it back up. Rhyanna and Brock finally wake up and find themselves in a place where her Grandfather used to mine for dusk stones, Misdreavus detects something below a large rock, and when Brock removes the rock, they find themselves a dusk stone. Rhyanna cheerfully embraces and thanks Brock for his hard work, while Brock is thrilled and blood-red, Team Rocket suddenly appears and catches Misdreavus, reciting their motto after wards, Brock quickly sends out his [[Brock's Sudowoodo|Sudowoodo]] and commands it to save Rhyanna's Misdreavus, Meowth pulls out a remote that controls a Pidgey robot, Ash, Dawn and Mitchell saw the robot fly above their heads and rushed to where Team Rocket were, Meowth throws Misdreavus into a cage located in the Pidgey robot's chest, Team Rocket attempt to escape in their giant robot, Brock commands Sudowoodo to use {{m|Double-Edge}}, Meowth sends out a fan that blows away Sudowoodo, Brock commanded it again to use Double-Edge at the robot, the Pidgey robot sends out a broom, twirling it and using Sand-Attack to stop Sudowoodo, the robot then fired its right wing to Sudowoodo, which knocks it unconscious, Brock returns Sudowoodo.

A robotic hand tries to snatch away Rhyanna's Dusk Stone, Rhyanna doesn't want to let go, the robot then flies up into the air with her still attached. Ash and Dawn, with Mitchell see this, Mitchell realizes that he was wrong about his sister after seeing her determination, Pikachu was ready to use Thunderbolt but stopped by Ash, Ash took out his {{AP|Staraptor}} and commanded it to help Rhyanna, Mitchell sends out his Murkrow to help her too, Murkrow followed him after Mitchell begs it to return its trust to him again. Staraptor got Rhyanna's shoulders with Murkrow using {{m|Peck}} on the robotic hand that got Rhyanna's dusk stone. The robotic hand broke off and Rhyanna got her Dusk Stone back, Staraptor safely landed with Rhyanna but Team Rocket still has Misdreavus, Mitchell commanded Murkrow to get it back and successfully returns Misdreavus with no trouble, Ash commands Pikachu to use {{m|Thunderbolt}} which blasted Team Rocket again.

Mitchell and Rhyanna were once again reunited and were happy to see each other, Rhyanna told him that she doesn't need to evolve her Misdreavus because Mitchell doesn't need to have a happiness spell anymore. Mitchell then challenges Rhyanna and says that whoever wins the most battles out of ten gets the stone, Rhyanna happily accepts the challenge. A little help from Ash and friends settles the disagreement once and for all, and now that Ash has drawn a training inspiration from new friends, the journey continues...

==Major events==

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===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
=====TV episode debuts=====
* {{p|Giratina}}{{tt|*|as an illusion created by Murkrow}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Rhyanna]]
* {{OBP|Mitchell|DP148}}
* {{an|Giovanni}} ([[Boss fantasy|fantasy]])

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Mime Jr.}} ({{OP|James|Mime Jr.}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Sudowoodo}} ({{OP|Brock|Sudowoodo}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Misdreavus}} ([[Rhyanna]]'s)
* {{p|Murkrow}} ({{OBP|Mitchell|DP148}}'s)
* {{p|Mismagius}} (fantasy; Rhyanna's Pokédex)
* {{p|Giratina}} (illusion)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{p|Froslass}}
* The plot of this episode may be based on the Belgian opera {{wp|L'oiseau bleu}} (The Blue Bird) where two siblings search for the "blue bird of happiness". This reflects the search for the Dusk Stone that would evolve Misdreavus into Mismagius that can perform incantations to make one happy. Both Mitchell and Rhyanna's Japanese names reflect the names of the siblings.
* Rhyanna's [[Pokédex]] as seen in this episode appears to represent the Ice Blue edition of the [[Nintendo DS Lite]] that was released in 2008 (similar to how the Pokédex typically represents the latest released Nintendo handheld system).
* The small shrine seen in this episode has a striking resemblance to Celebi's shrine that appeared in the [[M04|fourth movie]].
* The episode's title is a reference to the band {{wp|Sly and the Family Stone}}.
* The preview of the [[DP149|next episode]] was narrated by both Ash and Dawn.
* This was the last new episode to air before the English release of {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}.
* Near the beginning of the episode, Murkrow's {{wp|pupil}} was strikingly similar to a [[Poké Ball]] — specifically, the design used on the DS touchscreen's background during a battle in [[Generation IV]] games.
* The {{pmin|Finnish}} title of this episode is a reference to Finnish dark comedy series ''Sisko ja sen veli'' from {{wp|1986}}, written and directed by {{wp|Neil Hardwick}}.
* In this episode, Team Rocket uses a {{DL|Team Rocket mottos|Try for the Family Stone! motto|variation}} of their motto.
* [[Jessie]] [[breaking the fourth wall|breaks the fourth wall]] in this episode.
===Errors===

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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'''Bagged Then Tagged!''' (Japanese: '''サトシとヒカリ！タッグバトル！！''' ''{{tt|Satoshi|Ash}} and {{tt|Hikari|Dawn}}! Tag Battle!!'') is the 147th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 613th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on October 15, 2009 and in the United States on March 6, 2010.

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==Synopsis==

Still in [[Lilypad Town]], {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} pay a visit to the Lilypad Colosseum where past [[Sinnoh]] Champions have battled. Ash and {{an|Dawn}} plan to have a [[Tag Battle]] against {{an|Lyra}} and [[Khoury]] before the two leave to return to [[Johto]], however their plans are rudely interrupted by {{TRT}} who successfully snag {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} using a new {{p|Drapion}} robot. Their escape leaves only a tunnel away from the area, and Ash sends {{AP|Monferno}} to follow them underground while the five humans follow the tunnel from above.

While Pikachu and Piplup try unsuccessfully to break out of the robot's belly, Meowth finds Monferno on their tail and deploys a second Drapion robot to trick the Flame Pokémon. Sure enough, Monferno can't decide which tunnel to follow, and digs out of the tunnel at the junction. When Ash and friends arrive, they also notice the dilemma, and split up, sending Ash and Dawn to follow the branch tunnel while Brock, Khoury, and Lyra take after the main after Khoury gives Dawn his [[Pokégear]] for communication. Ash and Dawn easily catch the second robot, and it appears before them with [[Jessie]]'s, [[James]]', and {{MTR}}'s electronic voices to announce the robot's detonation in their faces. Realizing the trick, Dawn and Ash race to return to the original path.

Meanwhile, Brock and the others find the tunnel stop at the bank of a river, and face the choice of going upstream or downstream. Lyra wants to go on instinct and go downstream, but Khoury suggests a more logical approach and watches carefully as various Water Pokémon spout out of the ground. He gets an idea, and leads Brock and Lyra upstream. He explains that the Pokémon spouting from the river bank are trying to escape some danger underneath the river and that it must be Team Rocket.

At the end of the river, Team Rocket has exited their robot and shares their success by splitting their last cookie unfairly as always. Piplup and Pikachu sit nearby in a cage that's supposedly Pokémon proof on the inside and outside. Then, after Ash and Dawn get called by Lyra about which way to take, Brock and the Johto Trainers arrive at the camp where Team Rocket had stopped. Meowth uses the Drapion robot to pick the cage up, but {{AP|Staraptor}} appears from above and cuts the tail off, sending the cage flying. Staraptor proceeds to slice the cage apart as well, freeing Piplup and Pikachu. Ash and Dawn come running forward, and catch their falling Pokémon in their arms. Angry at their failure as the Drapion robot explodes, Jessie and James call {{TP|Jessie|Seviper}} and {{TP|James|Carnivine}} to the battle who have a short match with Pikachu and Piplup, who quickly send them blasting off without any more dialogue.

Back at the Colosseum, Khoury and Lyra prepare to battle Ash and Dawn with {{an|Brock}} as the referee. Ash and Dawn send out Monferno and {{TP|Dawn|Cyndaquil}} respectively, and Khoury remarks that his choice of Pokémon is easy. He sends out {{TP|Khoury|Totodile}} while Lyra chooses {{p|Chikorita}}, much to Khoury's amazement. Lyra notes that she has a plan. The battle commences, and the Fire Pokémon start off strong with {{m|Swift}} and {{m|Flamethrower}} which Chikorita blocks with {{m|Light Screen}}. Then, Totodile fires back with {{m|Water Gun}}, which hits Monferno squarely. Dawn has Cyndaquil follow up with another Swift, which Light Screen deflects again, this shocks Cyndaquil into loosing the flame on its back. Chikorita hits the baby Pokémon with Razor Leaf to send it down. Totodile follows up with {{m|Bite}} and takes a run at the Fire types, while Chikorita powers up {{m|SolarBeam}}. Monferno, at Ash's orders, picks up Cyndaquil and allows the smaller Pokémon to use {{m|SmokeScreen}} which keeps Totodile from striking. However, Chikorita unleashes SolarBeam, and Totodile ducks underneath which leaves Monferno and Cyndaquil wide open, but Monferno uses Dig and allows both of them to escape the devastating attack. Monferno digs underneath Totodile and strikes the Water Pokémon back to Khoury's feet. Cyndaquil appears out of the hole and uses Swift on Chikorita, sending the Grass type to Lyra's feet.

Both Pokémon rise, and then, Totodile evolves into {{p|Croconaw}}. The Pokédex entry states that Croconaw can use {{m|Superpower}} and {{m|Hydro Pump}} among other moves. Khoury does just that with Croconaw, and hits both Fire types with the powerful Water move. However, they do not yet faint, and instead send a combo at Chikorita as it attempts a {{m|Tackle}}. Cyndaquil uses Flame Wheel while Monferno thrusts it forward with Flamethrower to hit Chikorita and deal out one KO. Then, Monferno knocks out Croconaw with {{m|Mach Punch}} to conclude the battle.

After the battle, the group has lunch together. During their break, Khoury raves about how awesome he thought Lyra's strategies were. Lyra then asks if he would like to go on a journey together. Khoury is surprised that she would ask, but when she asks if he doesn't want to, Khoury tells her he would be glad to travel with her. Khoury's dad calls him on his [[Pokégear]] to say that their flight back to Johto will be leaving any minute. The group hurries to the airport, with Khoury's dad giving Brock a Pokégear as a parting gift. Lyra, Khoury and Khoury's dad board a blimp and return to Johto.

==Major events==

* {{Ash}} and {{an|Dawn}} have a [[Tag Battle]] against {{an|Lyra}} and [[Khoury]], which Ash and Dawn win.
* Khoury's {{p|Totodile}} evolves into a {{TP|Khoury|Croconaw}}.
* [[Khoury's father]] gives {{an|Brock}} a [[Pokégear]].
* Lyra and Khoury leave {{ashfr|the group}} and return to [[Johto]].
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Lyra}}
* [[Khoury]]
* [[Khoury's father]]
* [[Whitney]] (flashback)
* [[Morty]] (flashback)
* Flight attendant
* Travelers

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Mime Jr.}} ({{OP|James|Mime Jr.}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Monferno}} ({{OP|Ash|Monferno}})
* {{p|Cyndaquil}} ({{OP|Dawn|Cyndaquil}})
* {{p|Seviper}} ({{OP|Jessie|Seviper}})
* {{p|Carnivine}} ({{OP|James|Carnivine}})
* {{p|Chikorita}} ({{an|Lyra}}'s)
* {{p|Totodile}} ({{OP|Khoury|Totodile}}; evolves)
* {{p|Croconaw}} ({{OP|Khoury|Croconaw}}; newly evolved)
* {{p|Corphish}}
* {{p|Wooper}}
* {{p|Quagsire}}
* {{p|Krabby}}
* {{p|Poliwag}}
* {{p|Poliwhirl}}
* {{p|Miltank}} ({{OP|Whitney|Miltank}}; flashback)
* {{p|Gengar}} ([[Morty]]'s; flashback)

==Trivia==
[[File:Whitney Morty Flashback.png|thumb|240px|right|Whitney and Morty]]
* [[Whitney]] and [[Morty]] appear in this episode in their [[Generation II]] designs, rather than their [[Generation IV]] designs. This is due to them appearing in a flashback, rather than appearing on TV, like [[Clair]] did in ''[[DP143|An Egg Scramble!]]''.
* The dub title is based on the {{wp|military}} concept of {{wp|Body Bag|bagging}} and {{wp|Toe tag|tagging}}.
* The Lilypad Colosseum is heavily based on the {{wp|Colosseum}} in {{wp|Rome}}, in history and looks.

===Errors===
* During the scene where Ash and Dawn are reunited with their Pokémon, Ash's bangs are momentarily colored the same as the background's foliage.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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'''Dressed for Jess Success!''' (Japanese: '''ポケモンコンテスト！スイレン大会！！ ''' ''Pokémon Contest! {{tt|Suiren|Lilypad}} Tournament!!'') is the 146th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 612th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan as a 1 hour special on October 1, 2009, along with ''[[DP145|A Rivalry to Gible On!]]'' and in the United States on February 27, 2010.

{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
It is the day of the {{to|Lilypad}} {{pkmn|Contest}}, and {{an|Dawn}} is excited to enter. Across town, [[Jessie]] is focused on winning her third [[Ribbon]], but she is sick, so [[James]] and {{TR|Meowth}} convince her to stay in bed. To help his friend, James disguises himself as Jessilina and takes her place.

Meanwhile, Dawn makes the decision to use {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} in the battle round. {{an|Lyra}} expresses the gang's concern in this choice, seeing as this Contest holds the pivotal fifth Ribbon Dawn needs to enter the [[Grand Festival]]. However, Dawn feels confident in her choice.

While in the waiting room, the gang meets James in his guise as "Jessilina". Lyra makes a remark about the outfit he is wearing, and he quickly gives a response before ducking into a corner, indicating it's been a long time since he's cross-dressed. Meowth reassures him, reminding him that he's doing this for Jessie.

The first round commences, and in a quick set of moves, Dawn's Piplup uses {{m|Whirlpool}} and then {{m|Bide}} to leave a dazzling impression on the minds of the judges. "Jessilina" uses Meowth and {{m|Fury Swipes}} to make delicious ramen for the judges, and they are quite impressed with the showmanship and flavor of the meal. Throughout the appeals round, {{an|Brock}} describes to [[Khoury]] the purpose of the appeals round, as Contests are completely new to Khoury.

Backstage, Piplup appears confident and satisfied with its win. The screen lights up, and it is revealed that Dawn is moving on to the next round--along with "Jessilina". In the next round, Dawn uses Mamoswine. The {{pkmn|Coordinator}} she is up against sends out a {{p|Granbull}}. Mamoswine proves itself powerful when Dawn commands it to use its newly found combo of swallowing {{m|Ice Shard}}, much to the surprise of the audience. Mamoswine gains ice spikes along its back, which it then couples with {{m|Hidden Power}} and {{m|Take Down}} for a quick one-hit knockout of the Granbull. This shocks Dawn, and she reveals backstage that she had been hoping to test more of Mamoswine's combos before the match was through. {{Ash}} and Brock attempt to cheer her up, and help her to be happy that she's going on to the next round.

As the rounds progress, James uses {{TP|James|Carnivine}} to great success, moving on up in the tournament. Throughout the battle round, Brock explains to Khoury the mechanics of what goes on.

It comes down to the semi-final match, and James finds himself up against Dawn. He sends out Carnivine (who naturally chomps on James's head at first) and Dawn sends out Mamoswine. Dawn starts off the match with an Ice Shard, but to her surprise, "Jessilina" is prepared and has Carnivine use {{m|Vine Whip}} to steal the Ice Shard before Mamoswine can eat it. This startles Mamoswine causing it to start to get worked up while Carnivine playfully juggles the Ice Shard. Meowth, sitting backstage, notes to himself that James could possibly win the match. Carnivine returns the Ice Shard back towards Mamoswine and, as Mamoswine is still in shock, it does not react in time to dodge and the Ice Shard hits it square on the head costing Dawn some points. Mamoswine begins to become enraged, and Dawn tells her Pokémon to calm down but instead Mamoswine charges and (without being commanded) uses Take Down in an attempt to hit Carnivine. Carnivine proves itself too agile for Mamoswine, and dodges by simply leaping over the Twin Tusk Pokémon. Mamoswine runs backwards and forwards trying to hit Carnivine only to miss everytime and the constant failed attacks causes Dawn's points to quickly drain, while Dawn frantically tries to bring Mamoswine (who is becoming even angrier) under control.

After a couple of more failed attempts at Take Down, Mamoswine then tries to use Hidden Power against Carnivine however James has it use {{m|Bullet Seed}} which counters Hidden Power. Mamoswine then fires {{m|AncientPower}}, but Carnivine spins elegantly out of the way causing Dawn to lose more of the few points she has left. Mamoswine once charges Carnivine, who James then orders to use Vine Whip and snags Mamoswine's tusks to its surprise. Carnivine then yanks back hard, throwing Mamoswine forward off its feet, which combined with its charging forward momentum, sends it violently sliding on its chin across the stage towards the judges! It quickly becomes clear that Mamoswine won't be able to stop in time, and [[Raoul Contesta|Mr. Contesta]], [[Mr. Sukizo]] and [[Nurse Joy]] barely scramble out of the way just before Mamoswine's body is halted by crashing into and destroying the judges boxes. Dawn runs forward worried that Mamoswine has been seriously hurt, but Mamoswine tries to get up clearly ready for more.

With that, time expires, and it's no surprise to anyone that "Jessilina" has the most points remaining. Mamoswine has calmed down, but is clearly saddened as it already knows that its behavior has cost Dawn her Contest. Dawn tries to cheer Mamoswine up, saying they'll do better next time.

Later, it is revealed that "Jessilina" has won the Lilypad Contest, and James proudly shows off his Ribbon alongside Carnivine and Meowth. Jessie sees this on television and is thrilled, though when James comes by later to give her the Ribbon, she is upset because the audience liked James better as Jessilina than they liked her as Jessilina. James and Meowth just shrug; Jessie will be Jessie.

That evening, Ash, Brock, Dawn, Lyra and Khoury leave Lilypad to their next destination. Dawn gives [[Poffin]]s to her Mamoswine for its efforts and while sorry she lost the Contest, pledges to win the next one, earn her final Ribbon, and go to the Grand Festival. Next time, she'll be ready.

==Major events==
* [[James]] participates in his first [[Pokémon Contest]].
* {{an|Dawn}}'s {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} is also entered for the first time in a Contest.
* Dawn is knocked out of the Contest in the semi-final, and suffers her first loss to "Jessilina".
* James wins the {{to|Lilypad}} Contest, earning [[Jessie]] her third Ribbon.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Lyra}}
* [[Khoury]]
* [[Marian]]
* [[Raoul Contesta]]
* [[Mr. Sukizo]]
* [[Nurse Joy]]
* {{si|Christopher}}
* [[Mario]]
* {{pkmn|Coordinator}}s

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Grotle}} ({{OP|Ash|Grotle}})
* {{p|Mamoswine}} ({{OP|Dawn|Mamoswine}})
* {{p|Cyndaquil}} ({{OP|Dawn|Cyndaquil}})
* {{p|Carnivine}} ({{OP|James|Carnivine}})
* {{p|Granbull}} ([[Mario]]'s)

====Coordinators'====
* {{p|Hitmontop}}
* {{p|Meganium}}
* {{p|Magby}}
* {{p|Jumpluff}}
* {{p|Sentret}}
* {{p|Tyranitar}}
* {{p|Flaaffy}}
* {{p|Shuckle}}
* {{p|Tyrogue}}
* {{p|Corsola}}

==Trivia==
* With the exception of those owned by main characters, all of the Pokémon that are seen to be entered in the {{to|Lilypad}} {{pkmn|Contest}} were introduced in [[Generation II]].
* Instead of [[Professor Oak's lecture]], a preview of the Team Galactic finale was shown, which was revealed to be airing in November 2009 in Japan.
* This is the first episode since ''[[DP091|One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!]]'' to have {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} returned to his [[Poké Ball]] for a period of time.
* This marks the first time Dawn's whole team did not cheer for her in a Contest.
* James's win of the Lilypad Contest marks the first time a main character participated in a Pokémon Contest and won it on their first try.
** In addition, it also marks the first time James has cross-dressed in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, something that used to be a frequent running gag for him.
* This episode's English title is most likely based on the phrase ''dressed for success''.
* Similar to ''[[DP142|Where No Togepi Has Gone Before!]]'', no dub added music was present within the episode, including the title card music.
* During {{an|Dawn}}'s appeal round, an instrumental version of [[By Your Side ~Hikari's Theme~]] is used.
* This is the only episode of the Lyra and Khoury arc in which [[Khoury's Totodile]] does not appear.

===Errors===
[[File:DP146 Error.png|thumb|220px|The error]]
* One of Hitmontop's feet is miscolored.
* In the Brazilian translation, Piplup's Bide is mistranslated as "Bite".

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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'''A Rivalry to Gible On!''' (Japanese: '''フカマル…ゲットだぜ！''' ''{{tt|Fukamaru|Gible}}...Got It!'') is the 145th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 611th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan as a 1 hour special on October 1, 2009, along with ''[[DP146|Dressed for Jess Success!]]'' and in the United States on February 20, 2010.

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==Synopsis==
As {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} travel to [[Lilypad Town]] and {{an|Dawn}}'s next Contest with their new friends [[Khoury]] and {{an|Lyra}}, they decide to stop at a Pokémon Center; as usual, Brock flirts with [[Nurse Joy]] and is attacked by {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}}. When suddenly, three younger kids along with their fainted Pokémon run in and consult Nurse Joy; Joy realizes that they had tried to catch a wild {{p|Gible}} on [[Mt. Shady]], but obviously failed. Joy warns Ash and friends about the rogue Gible then sees to the three kids' fainted Pokémon, while Brock offers his help and they rush off to treat the three Pokémon. Ash decides that a rogue Pokémon must be a strong Pokémon and wants to catch it, but Khoury is afraid, because he thinks that it is too dangerous to catch the Gible. Then Ash and the girls head out to catch the Pokémon as Khoury follows.

Along their way, Lyra asks Dawn of what she thinks of having Khoury as Dawn's boyfriend. The question surprises Dawn, as Lyra tells her that they will be a great couple in the future which makes Dawn panic. A bit later along their way, a big rock comes flying towards them which was intentionally thrown by the wild Gible, revealed to be a [[Gender|male]]. After Khoury checks Gible's data on his [[Pokédex]], the wild Gible uses {{m|Strength}} and throws another big rock at Ash and friends, they quickly jump out of the way, then Gible uses {{m|Rock Smash}} at the rock. This amazes Ash, but he and the girls are even more amazed that Khoury is suddenly fired up to catch it, wanting to raise the strong Gible into a powerful {{p|Gabite}}. Ash grins as his competitive spirit is stoked and saying he's the one that's going to catch it, he sends out {{AP|Buizel}} while Khoury sends out {{TP|Khoury|Totodile}}. The Gible uses {{m|Sandstorm}} at them then quickly escapes with {{m|Dig}}. It totally amazed Ash and Khoury, and Lyra suggests that she help Ash and for Dawn to keep an eye on Khoury, then they follow the wild Gible. {{TRT}} was eavesdropping the whole time, and they want to give Gible to {{an|Giovanni}} because of its amazing power.

Everyone is now out in a field of tall grass. Ash and Lyra with Buizel continues to look for Gible. Lyra spots the Gible, and it's moving very fast. Ash commands Buizel to use {{m|Aqua Jet}} at Gible; when Buizel was about to hit Gible's dorsal fin, Gible completely hides the fin down in the grass. Gible changes course with Lyra spotting it the second time, Ash commands Buizel to aim {{m|Water Gun}} at the fast Pokémon, but fails when it dodges the attack using the same strategy. Then Gible jumps, Buizel uses {{m|SonicBoom}} but is easily dodges by Gible. As Gible moves at top speed towards them, Ash commands Buizel to intercept it with Aqua Jet but it dodges again. Gible chases Ash and Lyra as they run through the grasslands; Lyra fears that it's going to catch up. Pikachu uses Thunderbolt at Gible but it again dodges, then jumps up and uses Sandstorm to keep Ash, Lyra and Pikachu away, and just as suddenly disappears from sight. Ash realizes that catching Gible is harder than he thought it would be.

Dawn saw that Ash and Lyra are having a hard time catching the Pokémon, while Khoury decides to wait for Gible on a large rock above the grass rather than chase it, by using a [[Fishing|fishing rod]] and gives Dawn one. When Khoury's rod suddenly shakes, they thought that they caught Gible but it turns out to be Piplup. Ash and Lyra come up with a different plan of catching Gible; they each take two sticks and walk about calling, beating the grass to make lots of noise. The Gible suddenly appears, very annoyed, and rushes toward Lyra. Lyra jumps onto a rock so that Gible cannot follow her, but much to her surprise Gible breaks straight through the rock, knocking her down. Lyra tells Ash that she's fine and instead to look for Gible. Ash spots Gible coming at Dawn and Khoury, he warns them, then commands Buizel to use Aqua Jet while Khoury commands his Totodile to use {{m|Aqua Tail}} and both aim at Gible. Gible however leaps out of the way at the last second, causing the two Pokémon to crash into each other. Buizel and Totodile clearly blame each other and start a brawl. Dawn gets something on her rod, but it's Piplup again. Ash and Khoury eventually break up brawl. Ash and Lyra tries Khoury's way of catching Gible by using rods. Khoury comes up with an idea of putting Pokémon food only for Ground and Dragon types on the rods as bait to attract Gible. Lyra teases Khoury about his cooking, but Khoury says it has improved with Brock's assistance. He offers some to everyone, and they cast out their lines.

Dawn's rod soon attracts the wild Gible (and not Piplup again as Lyra teases, who is standing beside Dawn and munching on a [[Poffin]]) and starts pulling her rod, realizing that it is very strong. She struggles with it as Khoury jumps in to keep the rod steady, with Lyra being thrilled that the two of them "are getting closer". When Dawn starts to reel the line in, Gible grabs the line with one hand and yanks it, throwing Dawn and Khoury right off their feet and the rock. Gible breaks a gouge through the middle of the rock, then runs off at full speed away with Ash chasing it. Khoury uses a stethoscope on the ground to hear Gible's digging, Lyra sends out her {{p|Marill}} and detects Gible's location. Team Rocket saw Ash and friends and follows them. Khoury remembers from the Pokédex that Gible is likely inside a nearby cave, but after checking his [[Pokégear]] he also warns Dawn that it's dangerous and they need to be careful. Ash, excited to catch Gible, runs past them with no worries but then falls into a {{p|Trapinch}}'s {{a|Arena Trap}}. After he was saved by Khoury, Dawn and Ash argue because of Ash acting so recklessly. Lyra thinks to herself that only people that care about each other argue like that, but then realizes that she and Khoury do that sometimes and wonders if that means the two of them are close...

After entering the cave trying to search for Gible, the four split off into two groups, Ash with Lyra, and Dawn with Khoury. Marill assists Ash and Lyra, detecting that the Gible is underground, so Ash sends out {{AP|Monferno}} and tells it to use {{m|Dig}} everywhere. Unfortunately, Monferno angers a bunch of {{p|Diglett}} and {{p|Dugtrio}}, the Diglett and Dugtrio carry Ash and Lyra along with their Pokémon into another part of the cave with Dawn and Khoury chasing them but fails to follow them and loses their tracks. Khoury and Dawn finds the cave to be a maze and are then chased by an angry {{p|Onix}}; in order to escape the Onix, the two split up and Onix hits the wall, awaking bunch of {{p|Zubat}}. Ash and Lyra escape the Diglett and Dugtrio, then soon hear Dawn and Khoury's voices but before they could run into them, they were attack by the Zubat. Dawn and her Piplup looks for Khoury, but meets Ash instead.

Lyra, being alone with her Marill, was later contacted by Khoury through her Pokégear and instructs Lyra to tap on the cave wall so that he can find her through his stethoscope. Soon the four meet up and decide to find the exit first before finding Gible. Just as Ash and friends finally come out of the cave, outside they found the rude Gible and it seems to be ready for battle, being all fired up. Ash and Khoury are ready to capture the wild Gible, but Dawn and Lyra convince Ash to let Khoury have a shot. Khoury sends out Totodile, Totodile using Aqua Tail but Gible stops it with its Sandstorm. Gible quickly uses Strength and aims a rock at Totodile; Khoury tells Totodile to catch the rock and use {{m|Crunch}} and Totodile completely shatters the rock. Khoury commands Totodile to use {{m|Superpower}} to throw a rock back, but Gible catches the rock and breaks it by using {{m|Focus Punch}}. The team cheers for Khoury, while Gible grabs a large, nearby rock with Strength and shatters it on its head to show off how tough it is. Totodile takes up this challenge and uses Superpower to match it. Then the two Pokémon continue to one-up each other, shattering increasingly bigger rocks, then boulders on their heads, with tears of stinging pain in their eyes as both refuse to back down. It seems that Gible has decided that it WILL NOT LOSE, so huffing and puffing, it pulls up an absolutely ''massive'' boulder that shocks everyone that it might crush Gible as it holds it up above itself. Gible lets the giant boulder drop onto its head, which splits into two halves but leaves Gible exhausted. Weakened, Gible tries to escape using Dig but before it could get too far, Khoury commands Totodile to use Water Gun into the hole, the attack hits Gible and drives it out of the ground. Khoury orders an Aqua Tail, which hits Gible. Khoury throws a Poké Ball at it and Gible is caught! Ash and his friends congratulate Khoury of his success. Team Rocket is still on the water, hoping to catch the rude Pokémon, thinking that they caught Gible on Wobbuffet's rod, but instead they caught a {{p|Sharpedo}} which chases them.

Outside the Pokémon Center as they have their dinner along with their friends, Brock tells them that Lilypad Town is their next stop for Dawn to earn her next Ribbon.

==Major events==
* {{Ash}} and [[Khoury]] attempt to catch the same {{p|Gible}} with the latter succeeding.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
=====TV episode debuts=====
* {{p|Gible}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Lyra}}
* [[Khoury]]
* [[Nurse Joy]]
* {{an|Giovanni}} ([[Boss fantasy|fantasy]])
* {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt}}s (fantasy)
* Giovanni's employees (fantasy)

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Monferno}} ({{OP|Ash|Monferno}})
* {{p|Buizel}} ({{OP|Ash|Buizel}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Marill}} ({{an|Lyra}}'s)
* {{p|Totodile}} ({{OP|Khoury|Totodile}})
* {{p|Gible}} ([[Khoury]]'s; new)
* {{p|Eevee}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Mankey}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Farfetch'd}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Sharpedo}}
* {{p|Trapinch}}
* {{p|Diglett}} (multiple)
* {{p|Dugtrio}} (multiple)
* {{p|Onix}}
* {{p|Zubat}} (multiple)
* {{p|Murkrow}} (two)
* {{p|Wingull}} (multiple; fantasy)

==Trivia==
* As displayed in this episode a new visual effect has been introduced for when a [[Poké Ball]] is used to capture a Pokémon, as it will now let off several sparkles when the capture succeeds, similar to the games.
* This episode has a very similar Japanese title to a [[DP157|future episode]] which is just 12 episodes later.
* Music from ''[[M05|Pokémon Heroes]]'' is used.
* Team Rocket seem to think Gible is a {{t|Water}} type.
* The cave that they visited bears resemblance to [[Wayward Cave]], it has a maze-like characteristics and a place where it is very easy to get lost in, also, it is the only place that they knew to catch a wild Gible.
* This is the only episode of the Lyra and Khoury arc in which Dawn's Cyndaquil does not appear.

===Errors===
* After Ash and Lyra get blown away by Gible's {{m|Sandstorm}}, one of Ash's gloves is colored orange.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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|ro={{tt|Un Gible la Colecție|A Gible for Collection}}
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title_en=Gone With the Windworks!|
title_ja=ダンジョン攻略！？谷間の発電所！|
title_ja_trans=Dungeon Capture!? The Valley Powerplant! |
broadcast_jp=September 17, 2009 |
broadcast_us=February 13, 2010 |
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en_op=[[Battle Cry - (Stand Up!)]] |
ja_op=[[High Touch!|ハイタッチ！ 2009]] |
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'''Gone With the Windworks!''' (Japanese: '''ダンジョン攻略！？谷間の発電所！''' ''Dungeon Capture!? The {{tt|Valley Powerplant|Valley Windworks}}!'') is the 144th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 610th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan in a 1 hour special on September 17, 2009, along with ''[[DP143|An Egg Scramble!]]'' and in the United States on February 13, 2010.

{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
[[Khoury]] and {{an|Lyra}} join the group and travel together. The episode starts off with the group relaxing for a lunch break. As Lyra and {{an|Dawn}} comment on her newly hatched {{TP|Dawn|Cyndaquil|Quilava}}, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} offers his greetings. Piplup's first try is returned with Cyndaquil turning its back away. Devastated, Piplup tries once more only to meet the same greeting. Angry, Piplup then pecks Cyndaquil's behind which it also pays back in kind. The two are then ready to brawl when {{AP|Pikachu}} breaks them up. {{Ash}} then suggests to have a {{pkmn|battle}} to find out more about Cyndaquil's personality and strength, to which Cyndaquil agrees. With {{an|Brock}} as referee, the battle starts off with Ash choosing {{AP|Grotle}} and Dawn checks Cyndaquil's moves with the [[Pokédex]] to find that it knows {{m|Flame Wheel}}, {{m|Swift}}, and {{m|SmokeScreen}}. Grotle starts off with {{m|Razor Leaf}}, which Cyndaquil dodges by jumping up high, and then uses Flame Wheel. Grotle takes the hit and Ash commends Cyndaquil on the power of its move, which causes it to jump with joy. Grotle then uses {{m|Energy Ball}} which Cyndaquil dodges again and then uses Swift from above. It is powerful enough to cause Grotle to be pushed back which Khoury and Lyra comment on its excellent first time and agility. From a hill, {{TRT}} observes the battle where [[Jessie]] and {{MTR}} plan to swipe the {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} only to be reminded by [[James]] that they have something to attend to. Lyra's {{p|Marill}} hears them and wanders off... Cyndaquil dodges another Razor Leaf and uses SmokeScreen from above. From the ground, it uses Swift to cause Grotle to flip over! Ash responds with a {{m|Rock Climb}} that lifts Cyndaquil in the air where Grotle hits it. It quickly gets back on it feet, ready to battle, when Brock calls off the match! He states that since its Cyndaquil's first battle, it should rest. Piplup then goes over to congratulate Grotle, only to see that except for Ash, everyone's attention is on Cyndaquil. Piplup becomes so jealous, that when Dawn offers it a [[Poffin]], he jumps in the way and eats it. This results in a brawl, which only ends when Dawn tells them that if they don't stop, there'll be no dinner for either of them. The two angrily have their foreheads locked together, which Pikachu breaks up again. Khoury then realizes that Marill is missing.

Ash and {{ashfr}} look for Marill immediately. They come across the [[Valley Windworks]] and see Marill walk inside. The group walks inside too, but several {{p|Magnemite}} appear out of nowhere and attack. The group finds refuge in the security office where they wake the security guard who calls off the Magnemite. They ask for permission to look for Marill, and the security guard points to the monitors that shows every room. They then see Marill wandering around in the basement storage room and leave the guard to nap again.

The scene then shifts to Team Rocket (who have recently encountered the Magnemite due to their puffy hair), who are carrying a long power cord which they plug into a major power outlet. James comments to Jessie that it'll take several hour to juice up. Meanwhile, the group find Marill, but Cyndaquil and Piplup have gone out still searching! Back at the power outlet, Jessie, impatient with the charging speed, pulls a switch that causes a power surge which initiates a lock down!

With the doors closed, the group is stuck inside with Piplup and Cyndaquil still outside! Pikachu then tries a {{m|Thunderbolt}} on the door that fails and Brock suggests they wave at the camera. This also fails as the guard is still sleeping in security. Khoury then panics, wondering if they'll be in the room forever to which Lyra comments by saying a little "positive thinking would do some good for him." Brock then spots a ventilation shaft and stack boxes and crates with Ash and Khoury. As Ash struggles with the vent cover, the girls are standing at the opposite wall and Lyra says to Dawn that if she'll be stuck forever in the room, she would like to get married. She disregards Khoury and then asks Dawn if Ash is her boyfriend, to which she declines. Lyra asks who Dawn thinks would be the best for such a situation out of the three boys, and Dawn says that she really doesn't know. Lyra presses Dawn on the subject, but Dawn tells her that she never really thought about it. Lyra looks somewhat surprised and states that she thought it would be the first thing she would think about.

Ash then opens the shaft stating it's too narrow for him, so Pikachu goes instead to find himself right above the outside of the door. He finds Piplup and Cyndaquil still glaring at each other, to which he sighs. He comes between them and beckons them to follow. Meanwhile, while Team Rocket is searching for food, they discover the security room and see the three Pokémon separated from the group and plan to nab them. They cross paths with Pikachu and his friends and begin to chase them and are greeted by Magnemite. Jessie then sends out {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}} to use {{m|Mirror Coat}} which cause the damage to reflect back and knock them out. Back in the room Ash tries Grotle's Energy Ball, but it just bounces all over the room barely missing everyone and destroys a shelf. Lyra sends out her {{p|Girafarig}} to use {{m|Double Hit}} on the door which also fails. She then asks Khoury to try, which he responds by saying that if no one else can do it, he certainly can't. Lyra replies by saying how his negative personality drives her crazy. Ash tries himself with a crow bar and only ends up hurting his hands, so Brock suggests a break. They have a snack break and take out seven cookies realizing there are five people! Despite Khoury's accurate calculations of 1.4, Lyra states since Dawn and her are girls, they get two each (though Dawn thinks that isn't quite fair).

Pikachu then finds the security room, only to be ambushed by Team Rocket! Piplup fires a {{m|Whirlpool}} and Pikachu uses Thunderbolt, canceling the lockdown and sending Team Rocket running off! The {{pkmn|Trainer}}s and Pokémon reunite and Piplup and Cyndaquil begin fighting over Dawn's attention, so she calls Cyndaquil back to its [[Poké Ball]]. They tell the guard they found Marill and leave the Valley Windworks on a happy evening... But suddenly, a blinding light flashes, turning out to be a giant {{p|Magcargo}} mecha built by Team Rocket which was being powered up by the power cord! They fire an extremely powerful energy blast that almost causes damage to the group, but because Team Rocket didn't give enough time to charge the battery, the single shot depleted their energy supply. Vulnerable, Pikachu uses Thunderbolt, sending Team Rocket blasting off and saving the day.

==Major events==

* [[Dawn's Quilava|Dawn's Cyndaquil]] has its first [[Pokémon battle]], with [[Ash's Grotle]], but the battle is called off by [[Brock]].
* Dawn's Cyndaquil is revealed to know {{m|Flame Wheel}}, {{m|SmokeScreen}} and {{m|Swift}}.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Lyra}}
* [[Khoury]]
* [[Benjamin]]

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Grotle}} ({{OP|Ash|Grotle}})
* {{p|Cyndaquil}} ({{OP|Dawn|Quilava|Cyndaquil}})
* {{p|Marill}} ({{an|Lyra}}'s)
* {{p|Girafarig}} (Lyra's)
* {{p|Totodile}} ([[Khoury]]'s)
* {{p|Magnemite}} ([[Benjamin]]'s; multiple)

==Trivia==
* The music played during Ash and Dawn's battle is the {{pkmn|Champion}} battle theme from [[Generation II]] and {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}.
* The English title for the episode is a reference to ''{{wp|Gone with the Wind}}''.
* Meowth's line "We keep going and going" is a pop culture reference to the {{wp|Energizer Bunny}}.
* The scene where Grotle's Energy Ball bounces around the room is similar to the trash compactor scene in ''[[wp:Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope|Star Wars]]''.
* Music from ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' is used.

===Errors===
[[File:DP144 Error.png|thumb|220px|right|The error]]
* During the scene where Lyra was talking to Dawn, the line on her hat was white and not pink.
* During the original [[Cartoon Network]] airing there was a quick blackout during the title screen.
* About half-way through the episode, everyone starts waving at the security cameras. The cam to the left of Ash and his friends in front of the sleeping man shows some corridor. However, when Team Rocket comes into the room, the camera appears to have moved to another room, showing the corner of a corridor where Pikachu, Piplup and Cyndaquil were.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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|de={{tt|Stromausfall im Windkraftwerk|Power failure in the Valley Windworks}}
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title_ja_trans=Jōto Festa! Enter Chicorita and Waninoko!! |
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'''An Egg Scramble!''' (Japanese: '''ジョウトフェスタ！チコリータとワニノコ登場！！''' ''{{tt|Jōto Festa|Johto Festival}}! Enter {{tt|Chicorita|Chikorita}} and {{tt|Waninoko|Totodile}}!!'') is the 143rd episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 609th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan as a 1 hour special on September 17, 2009, along with ''[[DP144|Gone With the Windworks!]]'', and in the United States on February 6, 2010.

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==Synopsis==
As {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} walk through a village, both Ash and {{an|Dawn}} complain of hunger. As they look for a place to have lunch, Ash spots a {{p|Marill}} stuck between two buildings. {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} struggle to pull it out, but Marill eventually uses {{m|Water Gun}} to force itself out. {{an|Brock}} checks it as Dawn scans with her [[Pokédex]]. A girl runs up and claims the Marill as hers, recalling it to its [[Poké Ball]]. She introduces herself as {{an|Lyra}} as Ash and his friends make their introductions. Lyra notices Dawn's Piplup and scans it with her own Pokédex. She reveals that her Pokédex is a brand-new [[Johto]] model, the same region she is from, and that the [[Johto Festival]] is commencing. She calls Dawn {{tt|Dane|Hikarin}} before they set off.

At the center of the village, the festival is in full gear as a phone rings. Lyra pulls out a new type of [[Pokégear]] that Ash doesn't recognize and answers it, talking to her friend [[Khoury]]. She talks about the festival, how it travels throughout other regions to promote Johto. A recording of Lyra hosting a documentary appears on the screen, the documentary talking about Johto's features, touching on [[Ecruteak City]], its [[Burned Tower]] and the [[Kimono Girl]]s, bringing back Ash's memories (and Brock's of the girls) of his previous travels throughout the Johto [[region]]. The presentation continues with [[Goldenrod City]], the [[Glitter Lighthouse]] in [[Olivine City]] and its [[Amphy|Ampharos]]. It rounds up with Johto's final [[Gym Leader]] in [[Blackthorn City]], {{type|Dragon}} specialist [[Clair]] of [[Blackthorn Gym]]. The presentation ends with Lyra hoping that the viewer visits the land of Johto soon. Lyra leads them to a [[Drink|MooMoo Milk]] stand that her friend Khoury runs. Dawn notices a {{TP|Khoury|Totodile}} behind the counter and scans it. Piplup and Pikachu try to meet, but Totodile doesn't respond to the friend request, about as well as with its [[Pokémon food]] that Khoury made. Brock samples it and says that it is too sweet, asking for [[Chesto Berry|Chesto Berries]]. Brock grinds up some Berries into powder with a {{wp|mortar and pestle}}, then adds it to the food, which makes it more appealing to Totodile and allows it to chow down. As Brock offers to give him a recipe, [[Khoury's father]] offers the group soft serve ice cream made from MooMoo Milk, which they love. Lyra introduces the group to Khoury, a {{tc|Pokémon Breeder}}, and his father, the man responsible for running the festival. Ash and Lyra share their experiences throughout [[Sinnoh]] and Johto [[Gym]]s respectively, Ash with seven [[Badge]]s and Lyra with the first two. Dawn mentions that she is a {{pkmn|Coordinator}}, the first one Lyra has met in person, as Khoury's Totodile jumps on his shoulder, hinting that the exhibition of the Johto {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} is about to start.

While {{TRT}} chows down on food, Lyra starts the exhibition. She discusses the three Johto [[starter Pokémon]] on the screen before bringing out her {{p|Chikorita}}. Lyra calls Dawn up to the field to {{pkmn|battle}} Chikorita with Piplup. The crowd applauds as she accepts, stepping up to the platform. Lyra reveals that if Dawn wins, Lyra will give her a prize. Piplup jumps to battle, even though Chikorita has a [[type]] [[Damage modification|advantage]]. Khoury's father starts the battle as Chikorita hits with {{m|Razor Leaf}}. Piplup rebounds and fires {{m|BubbleBeam}}, but a {{m|Light Screen}} blocks it. Piplup charges with {{m|Peck}} and hits before following up with another BubbleBeam. Another Light Screen blocks it, but it is clearly weaker. Another Peck attack breaks the shield and [[fainting|knocks out]] Chikorita, giving Dawn the win. Khoury was impressed by the strategy as Lyra recalls Chikorita. Lyra presents Dawn with a wrapped box, her prize. Dawn opens it and finds a [[Pokémon Egg]] in an Egg case. As they wonder what is inside the Egg, Team Rocket suddenly appears in their [[Team Rocket's mechas|balloon]], packed up with food from the festival. {{MTR}} steals Dawn's Egg with a mecha arm. They proceed to escape, but they run into a tree and puncture their balloon, sending them crashing away from the village in the forest. Ash and his friends pursue, and Lyra does too, but she has to convince Khoury to go too.

At the crash site, [[Jessie]] eats almost all the food (causing her belly to become swollen, in true anime fashion) as they turn to the Egg. [[James]] theorizes that it holds a [[legendary Pokémon]], each one coming up with an idea. A {{p|Teddiursa}} sneaks up and starts eating their food. Jessie scolds it and makes it cry, causing its parent {{p|Ursaring}} to attack them with {{m|Hyper Beam}}. Team Rocket runs away with the Ursaring in hot pursuit.

Ash and his friends find the deserted crash site as Lyra tries to motivate Khoury to be more brave. The guys and the girls split off to search as Ash sends {{AP|Staraptor}} to scout. Meanwhile, Team Rocket continues to run. Jessie trips and loses the Egg. James and Meowth go after it while Jessie flees from Ursaring. Meowth and James reclaim it and try to meet up with Jessie. Ash and the guys spot James and follow. As James walks, he notices the Egg flashing, indicating it is close to hatching. Staraptor has also spotted James, and Khoury phones Lyra to coordinate a meet. Using Marill and Totodile's Water Gun attacks, they are able to pursue James. When the guys catch up with James, the girls cut him off. Surrounded, James sends out {{TP|James|Carnivine}}. Khoury proceeds to check Carnivine with his Pokédex at a bad moment. Carnivine fires {{m|Bullet Seed}} to suppress the guys, but Totodile sneaks up and takes the Egg back. Pikachu and Piplup attack with BubbleBeam and {{m|Thunderbolt}} before a twin Water Gun attack from Marill and Totodile sends James and Meowth off. Dawn reclaims her Egg and notes it is close to hatching.

James and Meowth land and meet up with Jessie (whose stomach has instantly reverted to normal, also in true anime fashion), when they are then surrounded by many Ursaring. Back at the village, Lyra convinces Khoury's father to allow her to go attend the upcoming Contest, while Khoury wants to learn from Brock. He agrees to let Lyra and Khoury go with Ash and his friends for a while. Dawn's Egg fully glows as she brings it out of the case, revealing her new {{TP|Dawn|Cyndaquil}}. Dawn picks up Cyndaquil, as it shows affection by lighting its back fire, torching Dawn's hair. Everyone laughs as they decide to travel together.

==Major events==
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} meet {{an|Lyra}} and [[Khoury]], two [[Pokémon Trainer]]s from [[Johto]].
* {{an|Dawn}} has a {{pkmn|battle}} with Lyra during the [[Johto Festival]] and wins an {{pkmn|Egg}}, which hatches into a {{TP|Dawn|Cyndaquil}}.
* Lyra and Khoury join the group.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Humans====
* {{an|Lyra}}
* [[Khoury]]

====Pokémon debuts====
* [[Dawn's Cyndaquil]]
* [[Lyra's Marill]]
* [[Khoury's Totodile]]

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Lyra}}
* [[Khoury]]
* [[Khoury's father]]
* [[Clair]] (on T.V.)
* [[Kimono Girl]]s (on T.V.)

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Carnivine}} ({{OP|James|Carnivine}})
* {{p|Cyndaquil}} ({{OP|Dawn|Cyndaquil}}; hatched)
* {{p|Marill}} ({{an|Lyra}}'s)
* {{p|Chikorita}} ({{an|Lyra}}'s)
* {{p|Totodile}} ({{OP|Khoury|Totodile}})
* {{p|Ampharos}} ([[Amphy|Sparkle]]; on T.V.)
* {{p|Dragonair}} ({{OP|Clair|Dragonair}}; on T.V.)
* {{p|Teddiursa}}
* {{p|Ursaring}} (multiple)
* {{p|Celebi}} (fantasy)
* {{p|Lugia}} (fantasy)
* {{p|Entei}} (fantasy)

==Trivia==
[[File:Clair and Dragonair.png|thumb|250px|Clair in her new clothes]]
* This is the first episode of the five-part 'Lyra and Khoury' mini-arc.
*[[Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]] takes a seven episode hiatus beginning with this episode.
* Lyra's Johto introduction showed Clair in her [[Generation IV]] outfit.
* This is the first time that a main character receives an Egg in which it hatches in the same episode.
* The episode shows many of the new [[List of key items in Generation IV|key items]] within {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}. At their stall, Khoury and his father are selling items such as [[Apricorn]]s, {{key|IV|Apricorn Box}}es, {{key|IV|Berry Pots}}, [[Rage Candy Bar]]s, and [[Apriblender]]s.
* Much like how [[Marilyn]] from ''[[DP125|Battling a Cute Drama!]]'' called {{an|Dawn|Hikari}} ''Hikarin'', {{an|Lyra|Kotone}} also calls Hikari this.
** Lyra calls Dawn "Dane" in the dub, unlike how Marilyn calls Dawn "Dawny".
* The move {{m|Water Gun}} is rendered in CGI starting with this episode.
* In this episode, {{TRT}} uses a {{DL|Team Rocket mottos|An Egg Scramble! motto|variation}} of their motto.
* Coincidently, this episode shares its dub title (minus the exclamation point) with that of a {{wp|Merrie Melodies|Merry Melodies}} {{wp|List of cartoons featuring Porky Pig#1950|short}} starring {{wp|Porky Pig}}.
* The three Pokémon that Team Rocket said could be in the Egg are the stars of the [[M02|second]], [[M03|third]], and [[M04|fourth]] movies.
* Music from ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]'' and ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' is used.

===Errors===
* When Team Rocket is eating the stolen food at their balloon, their voices are left undubbed.

===Dub edits===


==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn={{tt|城都特展！菊草葉與小鋸鱷登場！！|Chéngdū (Johto) Special Exhibition! Enter Chikorita and Totodile!!}}
|cs={{tt|Zápas o vejce|Fighting for an egg}}
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|es_la={{tt|Huevo revuelto|Scrambled egg}}
|es_eu={{tt|Un huevo revuelto|A scrambled egg}}
|sv={{tt|En äggröra!|A scrambled egg!}}
|ro={{tt|Un Ou cu Surprize|An Egg with Surprises}}
|hi={{tt|Ande ki bhurji|An Egg Scramble}}
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'''Where No Togepi Has Gone Before!''' (Japanese: '''史上最悪のトゲピー！''' ''The Worst {{tt|Togepy|Togepi}} Ever!'') is the 142nd episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 608th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on September 10, 2009 and in the United States on January 30, 2010.
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==Synopsis==
{{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} come across a very tall tower. A disguised {{TRT}} surprises them and mentions that it is a Trainer Tower, pushing them inside, leading them right into a pit trap that sends them into a cell. When they recover, Team Rocket appears without disguise on a video screen. Team Rocket head up towards the tower... not realizing that a {{p|Togepi}} has snuck on board. While Togepi are normally known for being cute and kind, this one has an evil grin on its face suggesting that it doesn't plan on helping out at all...

Up in the tower, Team Rocket celebrates since their work at the [[Twinleaf Festival]] was able to pay for such an expense. The Togepi waddles into one of their food storage closets, making a lot of noise. When Team Rocket heads out to check it, they find the food bank left in empty chaos. They hear another rattle at another food bank, where they catch Togepi. It tosses a banana peel at {{MTR}}, angering it to attack, but it quickly moves away. Togepi lands on the other side of the room, and as they prepare to attack, Togepi cries and tells Meowth that it is a different Togepi, that an evil one is still loose having used {{m|Teleport}} to get away. It convinces Team Rocket as they search for the other Togepi, but the manipulative Spike Ball Pokémon slips away.

Meanwhile, Ash and his friends try to break out with {{AP|Pikachu}}, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} and {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}}'s attacks, but the bars are too resilient. Togepi appears from the elevator directly across from the cell and {{an|Dawn}}, having never seen a Togepi before, checks it with her [[Pokédex]]. They try to tell Togepi to get away, but it helps by triggering a lever, raising the cell bars. They enter the elevator and head up to the fifth floor, but as they exit, they fall into another pit trap, Togepi watching and laughing. They wind up back in the cell. Also, Team Rocket continues to find ransacked food banks, as they wonder if their rooms have been hit too. [[James]] finds his bottlecaps intact, but Togepi uses {{m|Psychic}} to make him chase it. It proceeds to affect Jessie and Meowth as well, using its Psychic powers to send [[Jessie]]'s dresses into a mud bath while affecting the {{an|Giovanni}} petting robot Meowth has, making it rub so hard that the friction sets Meowth's fur on fire.

Back at the cell, Togepi once again releases Ash and his friends and takes them into the elevator. They head up to the rooftop, where once again they fall into a pit trap and wind up back in the cell. Dawn suspects that Togepi is deliberately doing it since it never fell into the pit trap as well. Togepi appears crying, trying to apologize, which successfully tricks Ash and his friends. It lets them out once again, but instead of running to the elevator, they stay on the current floor. However, they once again hit a pit trap and wind up back in the cell, which solidifies the suspicion that Togepi is behind it.

Meanwhile, Team Rocket meets back up as they realize that Togepi is evil too. The elevator nearby appears as Togepi taunts them. They try to attack, but Togepi roasts them with {{m|Flamethrower}}. They try to run forward, but they hit a pit trap and wind up in the cell with Ash and his friends. They all realize that Togepi has been playing them all and is in control. It appears by the elevator, prompting Jessie to have {{TP|Jessie|Yanmega}} fire {{m|SonicBoom}}, but it seems to disappear, a decoy taking the hit. Togepi reappears, seeming gentle as it opens the cell and lets them out, but {{an|Brock}} mentions that Togepi could not have used {{m|Teleport}}, but {{m|Substitute}} would have created the desired effect. Having been unmasked, Togepi turns with an evil grin. Meowth tries to attack with {{m|Fury Swipes}}, but Togepi uses {{m|Attract}} to not only stop Meowth, but capture Pikachu, Piplup and Croagunk as well; however, it has no effect on Yanmega. After Togepi gets the affected Pokémon onto the elevator and up, the humans wonder why. Jessie ponders this, but Brock explains that Attract will only work against the opposite [[gender]], like male vs. female and female vs. male. James adds that it worked against Meowth, who they know is male, and since that makes Togepi female.... Jessie ponders this for a second before coming to the stunning conclusion that Yanmega is a girl! Since the elevator is inaccessible, James leads them to the stairwell.

As they ascend, the building starts to shake as at the top, Togepi leads them to the control room as Meowth reveals the true nature of the structure: it is a spacecraft. The tower's outer structure comes apart and unveils a rocket ship. Togepi takes command of the bridge and has Meowth activate the boosters and sends the ship rocketing into space. The rocket takes them out into orbit as they plan to head away from the planet. The humans break onto the bridge and Brock has {{TP|Brock|Happiny}} use {{m|Pound}} to snap everyone out of infatuation, only to have Togepi recast Attract. Happiny and Togepi squabble and fight as Pikachu points that something is approaching... a {{p|Rayquaza}}! It fires {{m|Hyper Beam}}, and though it misses, the force sends the ship hurtling back towards the atmosphere. The ship jolts and snaps the Pokémon out of infatuation as the power goes out and the exterior of the ship starts to heat up from reentry. While Happiny and Togepi continue to skirmish, James, having received a real rocket for his 10th birthday, takes control of the ship. Ash, Brock, and Dawn also offer their assistance. As Meowth removes a panel to the emergency generators, James has Pikachu power them up with {{m|Thunderbolt}} and {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}} to cool down the exterior nose cone by firing {{m|Ice Beam}} around the bridge. However one of the ship's maneuvering rockets explodes, making it unstable, leaving James clueless. Brock suggests to have {{AP|Grotle}} and Piplup use {{m|Energy Ball}} and {{m|BubbleBeam}} to create explosions outside to stabilize the ship, which works. James deploys the parachute and the ship slowly floats downward. He sets the controls to auto-pilot when Togepi fires Flamethrower at Happiny and Happiny deflects it upward with Pound, incinerating the parachute and sending the ship into free fall. Just as they are about to crash boosters-first, Togepi uses Psychic to set the ship down gently for the last few meters. Togepi glares back at Happiny and states that they'll continue their battle another time. Meowth repeats in disbelief that Togepi is tired and is gonna go home as she walks off the bridge. She gets clear of the rocket just as the ship disintegrates.

In the wreckage, Dawn considers the fact that even Togepi can have a darker side, but Brock reassures her that this Togepi was most likely an exception. Ash on the other hand can't help but think about the fact that the gang got to travel to outer space. Picking themselves up and dusting themselves off the gang continue onto [[Lilypad Town]]. Meanwhile Team Rocket are thankfully trapped by the debris, where they'll be staying for the time being.

As for Togepi, she walks away laughing ready to cause misery another day...

==Major events==

{{animeevents}}
===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
=====TV episode debuts=====
* {{p|Rayquaza}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Grotle}} ({{OP|Ash|Grotle}})
* {{p|Buneary}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buneary}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Happiny}} ({{OP|Brock|Happiny}})
* {{p|Yanmega}} ({{OP|Jessie|Yanmega}})
*{{p|Togepi}}
*{{p|Rayquaza}}

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{p|Luvdisc}}
* This was the last episode to air before the release of {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}} in Japan.
* This episode has a similar theme to ''[[EP186|UnBEARable]]''; both episodes star a cute Pokémon who manipulates everyone.
* Jessie's Yanmega's gender is confirmed to be female in this episode, being the only one who was not affected by Togepi's {{m|Attract}} while {{AP|Pikachu}}, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}, {{MTR}}, and {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}} were. In addition to this, Pikachu's gender is also officially confirmed in the Japanese version as being male.
* This episode's title is referencing the famous {{wp|Star Trek}} line "{{wp|Where no man has gone before|Where No Man Has Gone Before}}".
* No dub added music was present within the episode. Also, the episode's title card music was the same as the Japanese episode.
* Giovanni, James, Meowth, and Jessie's faces are carved into the side of a cliff in this episode, referencing {{wp|Mount Rushmore}}.
* Music from ''[[PK07|Pikachu & Pichu]]'', ''[[PK10|Pikachu's Peek-a-Boo]]'', ''[[M05|Pokémon Heroes]]'', ''[[PK12|Gotta Dance]]'', ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]'', and ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' is used.

===Errors===
* After {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}} uses {{m|Brick Break}} on the steel bars, its Japanese voice can be heard.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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|hi={{tt|Jahan koi Togepi nahi gaya ho|Where no Togepi has gone before}}
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'''Challenging a Towering Figure!''' (Japanese: '''タワータイクーン！その男、クロツグ！！''' ''Tower Tycoon! That Man, {{tt|Kurotsugu|Palmer}}!!'') is the 141st episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 607th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on September 3, 2009 and in the United States on January 23, 2010.

{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
As the day comes to a close, {{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}}, and {{an|Barry}} walk with {{FB|Tower Tycoon|Palmer}} along the path lined with stands. The vendors eagerly talk to him as Ash notices how famous Palmer is. He runs to the center of the road and brings out his {{p|Dragonite}} for a little demonstration. {{an|Brock}} shows up as Barry informs him who Palmer is. When Ash hears that Palmer was one of the top {{pkmn|Trainer}}s in {{to|Twinleaf}}, Ash challenges him to a {{pkmn|battle}}, but {{an|Dawn}} and Barry are both eager to as well. Barry tells them about the upcoming tournament, where the winner will get the opportunity to battle Palmer. Barry also tells them the critical piece that Palmer is a [[Frontier Brain]] for the [[Sinnoh]] {{Gdis|Battle Frontier|IV}}, leader of the {{si|Battle Tower}} and known as the Tower Tycoon. After Palmer confirms the tournament for the next day, Ash looks forward to it, confident that he will win. At Dawn's house, Dawn cooks with [[Johanna|her mother]] as they talk about how famous Palmer is and how they plan to battle. Brock intends to enter the tournament as well, but when he turns to {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}}, he finds {{cat|Brock's Pokémon|his Pokémon}} admiring a [[Gender|female]] {{p|Croagunk}} on [[television]].

The next day marks the last day of the [[Twinleaf Festival]] as Johanna hosts the battle tournament. She brings out {{TP|Johanna|Glameow}} and {{p|Umbreon}} to kick off the tournament with some sparkle. As she gets the crowd excited, she is prepared to introduce Palmer, but he is nowhere in sight. Instead, he is at {{TRT}}'s booth, munching on their food. Ash and his friends seek out Palmer as they find him eating. Palmer doesn't seem to concerned at first, but when Johanna calls out over the loudspeakers, he panics and gives Ash a box of food before running to the field, followed by the rest. The tournament is back on track as Johanna introduces Palmer, who's ready to witness fierce battles and find the person worthy of challenging him, getting the crowd fired up. The battle rules are set as people will duel one-on-one, working up a ladder until a winner is found. The competitive spirit between Ash, Dawn, Brock and Barry gets going as Johanna mentions that the winner will get a gold trophy. The judge is [[Sayer]], who oversees the tournament. Many battles quickly pan on screen as the timeline jumps to the final match, with Ash and Barry going at it. Ultimately, {{AP|Pikachu}} bests {{TP|Barry|Empoleon}} as Ash wins the battle tournament, upsetting both Dawn and Barry.

As the exhibition match gets underway, Johanna introduces Ash to the crowd, getting a good review. Palmer looks forward to battling Ash as he sends out {{p|Rhyperior}}. The {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}'s sheer size surprises Ash as he checks with his [[Pokédex]]. Palmer informs Ash that no Trainer has bested his Rhyperior. After analyzing Rhyperior's [[type]]s, he first believes that {{stat|Speed}} will prevail, but based on previous [[Gym]] battles, he knows Palmer will be ready for that. Ash decides to summon {{AP|Grotle}} to the field, as the {{t|Grass|type advantage}} is logical and to match up Rhyperior's strength with Grotle's strength and defense. Dawn thought {{AP|Buizel}} would be better as Barry frowns on Ash underestimating his father. Sayer quickly reconfirms the battle rules as a one-on-one with no substitutions, and as the challenger, Ash goes first.

Grotle immediately fires {{m|Energy Ball}}, as Rhyperior stands firm and takes it without so much as a scratch thanks to {{a|Solid Rock}}. Though Palmer compliments Ash on Grotle's strength, he orders Rhyperior to use {{m|Rock Polish}}. Grotle fires {{m|Razor Leaf}}, but Rhyperior dodges quickly, shocking everyone at how fast it moved thanks to Rock Polish. Rhyperior gets close and launches {{m|Sandstorm}}. Grotle stands firm as the attack surrounds and batters Grotle. Rhyperior launches a {{m|Rock Wrecker}}, harming Grotle even more, but Grotle stands firm. While [[Jessie]] and [[James]] watch, upsetting {{MTR}} who has to work, Ash has Grotle use {{m|Synthesis}} to heal since Rhyperior has to rest. It taps into the healing move since the sandstorm has not blocked out the sun from above. Grotle recovers and uses Razor Leaf to neutralize the Sandstorm.

Rhyperior recovers and charges with {{m|Megahorn}}. Grotle primes Energy Ball, waiting for Rhyperior to get closer. However, when Rhyperior closes in too quickly, he hits Energy Ball with Megahorn, and Grotle is forced to swallow it. The results shock everyone as Grotle taps into a large amount of power, a green aura radiating up into the air from the bushes on its back. Dawn takes note of it, thinking it would be good in a {{pkmn|Contest}}. The green aura dissipates, but Grotle's bushes continue to glow, with energy moving through them. Though as shocked as anyone else, Palmer has Rhyperior launch Rock Wrecker as Grotle rears up and slams its {{m|Rock Climb}} claws into the ground, creating a mountain on the field from underneath Rhyperior. Grotle continues and charges forward, ascending the rock formation and dodging the attack before ramming into Rhyperior and steadily driving it back with brute strength, impressing Barry and Palmer. However, Rhyperior uses its tail to stop Grotle's charge before landing a Rock Wrecker at point-blank range, creating a huge explosion and destroying the field mountain. As the smoke clears, Rhyperior is clearly exhausted, but Grotle lies at its feet, [[fainting|knocked out]]. Though somewhat disappointed with the loss, Ash takes it in stride as he compliments Grotle. Palmer presents the trophy to Ash for winning the tournament.

Later on, Barry talks to Ash about how he experienced battling Palmer, his strength apparent as Dawn sympathizes, reflecting on [[DP138|her battle]] with her mother. The thought of {{pkmn|training|raising}} Pokémon brings Ash to reflect on how [[DP132|he lost]] to [[Paul]] and how he is able to raise strong Pokémon. The music starts as Barry quickly chows down to rush and sing the last song. Dawn remembers what she saw during the battle and plans to incorporate it into her next Contest performance. Palmer walks over and suggests to Ash to go and challenge the [[Sunyshore Gym]], hinting that Ash might "shock" the [[Gym Leader]]. Ash asks him to clarify why he would say that, but Palmer implies that when Ash gets to Sunyshore Gym, he'll understand. The next day, Ash and his friends set off from Dawn's house, bidding Johanna farewell as they head to Dawn's next Contest. Barry races past the group as he plans to get to Sunyshore City first.

==Major events==

* {{Ash}} learns of the {{Gdis|Battle Frontier|IV}} in [[Sinnoh]] and also learns of {{FB|Tower Tycoon|Palmer}}'s Tower Tycoon status.
* Ash, {{an|Dawn}}, {{an|Brock}} and {{an|Barry}} all enter the Twinleaf Festival Challenge to battle Palmer. Ash wins the tournament but loses to Palmer.
* Ash discovers that his {{AP|Grotle}} can receive a temporary power-up if it swallows an {{m|Energy Ball}}.
* Ash learns of a [[Gym]] in [[Sunyshore City]] and decides to head there after the [[Lilypad Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.
* The [[Twinleaf Festival]] ends, and the group leaves [[Twinleaf Town]].
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
=====TV episode debuts=====
* {{p|Rhyperior}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{FB|Tower Tycoon|Palmer}}
* {{an|Barry}}
* [[Johanna]]
* [[Sayer]]
* [[Izzy and Cara|Izzy]]
* [[Izzy and Cara|Cara]]
* [[Paul]] (flashback)

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Mime Jr.}} ({{OP|James|Mime Jr.}})
* {{p|Grotle}} ({{OP|Ash|Grotle}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}}; flashback)
* {{p|Monferno}} ({{OP|Ash|Monferno}}; flashback)
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}}; flashback)
* {{p|Sudowoodo}} ({{OP|Brock|Sudowoodo}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Happiny}} ({{OP|Brock|Happiny}})
* {{p|Torterra}} ({{OP|Paul|Torterra}}; flashback)
* {{p|Electabuzz}} ({{OP|Paul|Electabuzz}}; flashback)
* {{p|Honchkrow}} ({{OP|Paul|Honchkrow}}; flashback)
* {{p|Ursaring}} ({{OP|Paul|Ursaring}}; flashback)
* {{p|Rhyperior}} ({{FB|Tower Tycoon|Palmer}}'s)
* {{p|Dragonite}} ({{FB|Tower Tycoon|Palmer}}'s)
* {{p|Empoleon}} ({{OP|Barry|Empoleon}})
* {{p|Glameow}} ({{OP|Johanna|Glameow}})
* {{p|Umbreon}} ([[Johanna]]'s)
* {{p|Croagunk}} (on TV)
* {{p|Snorlax}}
* {{p|Golem}}
* {{p|Donphan}}
* {{p|Snover}}
* {{p|Feraligatr}}
* {{p|Larvitar}}
* {{p|Furret}}

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{p|Suicune}}
* ''{{so|Battle Frontier}}'' is used as background music in the Japanese dub.
* The preview of the [[DP142|next episode]] was narrated by {{TRT}}.
* On the last night of the Twinleaf festival, Barry sings ''[[Pokémon Ondo]]''.
** However, in the English dub, Barry sings a different song.
* At the end when the narrator tells Team Rocket that they made enough money to buy a rocket if they wanted, he was hinting to the next episode in which they actually buy a rocket.
* Team Rocket doesn't blast off or recite their {{motto}} in this episode.

===Errors===
===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn={{tt|對戰大君！那名男子、名叫桄榔！！|Battle Tycoon! That Famed Man, His Name is Palmer!!}}
|cs={{tt|Zápas s věžovým magnátem|Battle with a tower magnate}}
|da=I clinch med en Tårnmagnat!
|nl={{tt|Een Torenhoge Uitdaging!|A Tower-High Challenge!}}
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|ro={{tt|Bătălie cu un Geniu|Battle with a Genius}}
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'''Historical Mystery Tour!''' (Japanese: '''ネイティ、ネイティオ。。。不思議な森！''' ''{{tt|Naty|Natu}}, {{tt|Natio|Xatu}}... Mysterious Forest!'') is the 140th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 606th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on August 27, 2009 and in the United States on January 16, 2010.

{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
{{Ash}}, {{an|Brock}}, and {{an|Dawn}} are walking with [[Johanna]] and are enjoying the [[Twinleaf Festival]]. Suddenly {{an|Barry}} runs into Ash. Barry challenges Ash to a battle and tells Ash that he will be entering the Pokémon battling event. As the two run off to have their battle, Johanna tells Dawn to go with them, and she runs off after them. Then [[Sayer]] shows up and tells Johanna that one of their booth salesman have gotten ill, and that they are one salesperson short. To help solve the problem, Brock offers to run the stand for him.

The scene turns to Barry's Heracross and {{AP|Pikachu}} are battling. Pikachu starts with a {{m|Quick Attack}} but Heracross is able to block it. Then it uses {{m|Megahorn}} and hits Pikachu. As the battle continues Barry notices a {{p|Xatu}} flying over. Dawn looks it up on her [[Pokédex]] and Barry runs off following it with Ash and Dawn in pursuit. As they catch up, they see a big tent up ahead with a {{p|Grumpig}}, a {{p|Mr. Mime}}, a {{p|Seel}} and an {{p|Alakazam}} are outside doing circus tricks and the Xatu they've followed is standing on the rooftop. Barry tells Ash and Dawn that the tent used to be a part of the festival. A clown comes out of the tent and invites them in the tent which he says "it connects the past, present and the future".

Ash wakes up alone in a field of tall grass. He stands up and sees a {{p|Nidoking}} and a {{p|Nidoqueen}}. Ash wonders why they are so big then a big group of {{p|Combee}} fly over. An {{p|Aipom}} runs up a tree and they are all bigger than normal. A {{p|Skorupi}} walks by along. Then a pack of {{p|Mightyena}} appear and they chase Ash who runs away and falls down a hole. As he gets back out a {{p|Natu}} runs by and Ash climbs out of the hole to follow it.

The scene moves to Dawn who is standing along a riverbank, calling for Ash, Barry and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}. A {{p|Fearow}} flies in the sky and a {{p|Magikarp}} and a {{p|Feebas}} jump out of the water. They are all bigger than usual. She sees a Natu hop by and looks it up on her [[Pokédex]]. She wants to send her Pokémon out but her [[Poké Ball]]s are not working.

This time, the scene shifts to Barry sitting on the edge of a cliff, watching groups of oversized {{p|Tauros}}, {{p|Sandslash}} and {{p|Dodrio}} graze. He spots a Natu and follows it.

Brock is trying to run his booth and lets out his Pokémon to help him. He begins to play the games, but no one approaches. {{TRT}} is watching people play their {{p|Goldeen}} scoop game, but no one can catch one on their net. [[Jessie]] gets mad when one of the kids say the game is rigged but [[James]] stops her from doing anything. Then a man walks up and grabs one of the nets. James observes him and informs them that the man may be the famous [[Goldeen Scoop Master]].

The scene reverts to Barry who stands near a tree and has a flashback of rubbing some [[honey]] on it when he was younger. He squats in a patch of grass and waits until a Pokémon walks up, which is a {{p|Heracross}}. The flashback ends and Barry sees a jar of honey. He goes up and spreads some on a tree and his Heracross flies up. He begins to eat the honey and Barry begins to freak out. Then he sees the same Natu he saw a little while ago.

Once again, the scene shifts to Ash walking through the forest and sees an oversized {{p|Rattata}} running past him. Then he accidentally steps on a {{p|Spearow}}'s feather which begins to follow him but is taken out by Pikachu, who is also larger than normal. A group of Spearow show up and Pikachu takes Ash onto his back. As it starts to rain, the Spearow have already reached them and Pikachu stops, dropping Ash down. He uses {{m|Iron Tail}} and {{m|Thunderbolt}} to get rid of them. After the battle is over, the rain ceases.

Meanwhile, Dawn is attacked by a group of Ariados which use their strings and trap her in their web. Then Piplup shows up and breaks the web with his {{m|BubbleBeam}}. He then catches Dawn and together they leave. The scene returns to Brock and his Pokémon standing at their booth with nothing to do. At the other booth the Goldeen Scoop Master has caught a large number of Goldeen. James intervenes and challenges the Master.

The scene shifts to Ash riding Pikachu who both spot the same Natu as before. Ash remembers the Xatu from the rooftop of the tent and orders Pikachu to follow it. On the other side, Piplup is swimming in the river with Dawn on his back. They spot the same Natu and begin to follow it. The scene reverts to the contest between James and the Master. Both are at the last Goldeen but the Scoop Master's net rips and James wins the challenge. Due to the excitement of the challenge, every viewer offers to take a shot.

The scene is back once again to Dawn and Piplup following Natu. Suddenly they bump into Ash, Pikachu, Barry and Heracross who were both following the same Natu. Then, the Natu creates an illusion of the Tent and summons a {{p|Camerupt}}. Ash and Dawn attack the Camerupt but it takes no damage. Then Barry comes up with the idea that they should hit it on the rings on its side. Heracross fires a {{m|Double-Edge}} and one of Camerupt's craters erupt. Piplup fires a BubbleBeam and the other crater erupts. Pikachu finally uses {{m|Thunderbolt}} and Camerupt sends out a large explosion.

They all then find themselves back outside the tent and find Xatu flying above them. Barry follows it again but eventually bumps into somebody, who was actually [[Tower Tycoon Palmer]], and also Barry's Dad. The scene temporarily turns to Team Rocket being congratulated by Sayer and then back again to the group along with Palmer. He explains them about their encounter with Xatu from before. They all come back to the festival and Dawn asks Barry how he thought of hitting the rings on Camerupt.

The scene returns to Brock, still without customers on his stand, exclaiming how bored he is.

==Major events==
* {{ashfr|The gang}} meet up with {{an|Barry}} again, who has returned for the [[Twinleaf Festival]].
* {{Ash}} and {{an|Dawn}} meet {{FB|Tower Tycoon|Palmer}}, head of [[Sinnoh]]'s {{si|Battle Tower}} and Barry's father.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Humans====
=====TV episode debuts=====
* {{FB|Tower Tycoon|Palmer}}

====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Barry}}
* {{FB|Tower Tycoon|Palmer}}
* [[Johanna]]
* [[Sayer]]
* [[Izzy and Cara|Izzy]]
* [[Izzy and Cara|Cara]]
* {{tc|Clown}}
* [[Goldeen Scoop Master]]

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Sudowoodo}} ({{OP|Brock|Sudowoodo}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Happiny}} ({{OP|Brock|Happiny}})
* {{p|Heracross}} ({{an|Barry}}'s)
* {{p|Xatu}} ({{tc|Clown}}'s)
* {{p|Seel}} ({{tc|Clown}}'s)
* {{p|Grumpig}} ({{tc|Clown}}'s)
* {{p|Mr. Mime}} ({{tc|Clown}}'s)
* {{p|Alakazam}} ({{tc|Clown}}'s)
* {{p|Dodrio}} (multiple)
* {{p|Sandslash}} (multiple)
* {{p|Tauros}} (multiple)
* {{p|Goldeen}} (multiple)
* {{p|Exeggutor}} (multiple)
* {{p|Combee}} (multiple)
* {{p|Spearow}} (multiple)
* {{p|Ariados}} (multiple)
* {{p|Mightyena}} (multiple)
* {{p|Natu}}
* {{p|Camerupt}}
* {{p|Mothim}}
* {{p|Nidoking}}
* {{p|Nidoqueen}}
* {{p|Aipom}}
* {{p|Skorupi}}
* {{p|Fearow}}
* {{p|Feebas}}
* {{p|Magikarp}}
* {{p|Rattata}}

==Trivia==
[[File:DP140 error 2.png|thumb|200px|Nidoqueen's blue lower jaw]]
[[File:DP140 Error.png|thumb|200px|right|Dawn's missing yellow hairclip]]
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{p|Castform}}.
** Professor Oak's lecture returns after a 10 episode hiatus. Interestingly, it returns [[DP139|one episode after]] {{an|Professor Oak}} makes an appearance in the anime.
* Palmer makes his debut appearance exactly 100 episodes after [[Cynthia]] made [[DP040|hers]]. Coincidentally, they both made cameos in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'' battling each other, and they shared the same battle music in {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}.
* This is the first episode featuring {{an|Barry}} where his {{TP|Barry|Empoleon}} does not appear.
* This is the first episode to use music from ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.
* This episode aired the same week that ''[[DP122|Stopped in the Name of Love!]]'' aired in America. Both episodes had a scene where Dawn and Piplup had to deal with a group of Ariados, which also occurred in ''[[DP001|Following a Maiden's Voyage!]]'', when Dawn and Piplup became friends.
* The dub title of this episode is a play on {{wp|The Beatles}} song and album, "{{wp|Magical Mystery Tour}}".
* During the flashback of when Barry caught his Heracross, he was wearing a straw hat. In a flashback in ''[[EP269|The Ties that Bind]]'', Ash was wearing a similar straw hat. In both flashbacks, both Ash and Barry were beginning Pokémon Trainers, and trying to catch Pokémon (Ash was fishing, and Barry was slathering [[Honey]] on a tree).
* Team Rocket doesn't blast off or recite their {{motto}} in this episode.

===Errors===
* Nidoqueen's lower jaw is colored blue instead of cream.
* In one scene, the Poké Ball symbol on Dawn's hat is darker than it should be.
* In that same scene, one of Dawn's yellow hair clips is missing.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
{{Epilang|color=FFCCCC|bordercolor=9999FF
|zh_cmn={{tt|天然雀、天然鳥…不可思議的森林！|Natu, Xatu... Mysterious Forest!}}
|cs={{tt|Mystická procházka po historii|Mystical history tour}}
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|ro={{tt|Misteriosul Tur Istoric|The Mysterious Historical Tour}}
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title_ja=オーキド博士を救出せよ！ニョロトノＶＳグレッグル！！|
title_ja_trans=Rescue Dr. Okido! Nyorotono VS Gureggru!! |
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broadcast_us=January 9, 2010 |
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en_op=[[Battle Cry - (Stand Up!)]] |
ja_op=[[High Touch!|ハイタッチ！ 2009]] |
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'''A Faux Oak Finish!''' (Japanese: '''オーキド博士を救出せよ！ニョロトノＶＳグレッグル！！''' ''Rescue {{tt|Dr. Okido|Professor Oak}}! {{tt|Nyorotono|Politoed}} VS {{tt|Gureggru|Croagunk}}!!'') is the 139th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 605th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on August 20, 2009 and in the United States on January 9, 2010.
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==Synopsis==
{{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} are busily helping [[Johanna]] prepare for the upcoming [[Twinleaf Festival]]. [[Izzy and Cara]] are worried that {{an|Professor Oak}} hasn't shown up yet. Ash offers to look for Professor Oak, so he, {{an|Dawn}} and {{an|Brock}} head off to look for him. [[Jessie]], [[James]] and {{MTR}} are watching from a bush. They dress James up as Professor Oak, hoping to be able to pass him off as the real one. Izzy and Cara take him off to [[Johanna]] to get ready for his speech about the relationship between Pokémon and [[evolutionary stone]]s.

Meanwhile, Professor Oak is standing by while his assistant is replacing his tire on the car. Professor Oak sees a marsh ahead of him and wanders off to see what Pokémon are in it. His assistant tells him not to go to far, but he says that he is just going to look around.

Ash, Brock and Dawn are running down the path and find the assistant without Professor Oak. The assistant tells them that Professor Oak is out in the marsh and the others go after him. Dawn warns that she has heard that the marsh is full of quicksand.

James is getting ready to begin a speech for all the kids out in the crowd. He tries to escape a couple times, but he is caught. Jessie and Meowth are worried that James is going to fluke.

Professor Oak is walking through the marsh and sees a {{p|Poliwhirl}}. He makes up a poem about it and sees a {{p|Politoed}} walk out of the bushes. He goes over to look at it when two {{p|Quagsire}} walk up next to him. He also makes a poem about them. Ash and friends are walking up and waving when the Quagsire pick Professor Oak up and run off, following the Politoed, much to everyone's confusion. As they begin to head off again, Dawn reminds them that there is quicksand around there. {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} takes the lead, but quickly sinks into quicksand. Dawn sends out {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}} to use Ice Beam to save Piplup. {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}} then takes the lead and begins to walk. Suddenly he stops, but Piplup keeps walking and falls into quicksand again. Croagunk quickly throws him out of it. Croagunk leads them to a cave, out of which comes Politoed followed by two Quagsire. Politoed challenges Croagunk to a duel which Croagunk wins. They walk into the cave to find Professor Oak with a {{p|Lombre}} and two other Quagsire. Professor Oak tells them that Politoed just wanted him to come to give Lombre the {{evostone|Water Stone}} to get him out of the depression. Professor Oak breaks off a small piece of the Water Stone and gives it to Lombre, which evolves it into {{p|Ludicolo}} and makes it happy again.

James walks out onto stage as his nerves begin to get to him and he won't say a word. Jessie and Meowth sneak over to the stage and tell James to think of this as a {{TRT}} scheme to get tons of Pokémon. This encourages James and he begins to perform well. Meowth wishes they had thought of this sooner as James is able to collect all the Pokémon in the crowd. Ash, Dawn, and Brock then run in with Professor Oak behind them. Dawn says that James is not the real Professor Oak. James denies it and a young boy from the crowd walks up and says that the real Professor Oak would be able to help him with his Pokémon, and sends out a {{p|Tyranitar}}. Izzy and Cara push James up, but he is promptly blasted off by Tyranitar with Jessie and Meowth running after him. Professor Oak then walks up to Tyranitar and pulls a thorn out of its foot, making it happy. The boy is happy and everybody in the crowd cheers.

James is hanging from a tree while Jessie and Meowth are trying to figure out how to get him down. Their boss, [[Sayer]], then walks up and James falls from the tree. He orders them back to work, much to their disappointment.

==Major events==

* {{an|Dawn}} meets {{an|Professor Oak}} in person for the first time.
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===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Professor Oak}}
* [[Johanna]]
* [[Sayer]]
* [[Izzy and Cara|Izzy]]
* [[Izzy and Cara|Cara]]
* Limo Driver
* Children

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Buneary}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buneary}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Politoed}}
* {{p|Poliwhirl}}
* {{p|Quagsire}} (six)
* {{p|Lombre}} (evolves)
* {{p|Ludicolo}} (newly evolved)
* {{p|Tyranitar}} (Trainer's)

==Trivia==
* This is the second episode in which James disguised himself as Professor Oak; the first time was in ''[[EP245|Will the Real Oak Please Stand Up?]]''.
* This episode's title is a play on "{{wp|Photo finish}}" and is also similar to [[EP272|another episode]]'s title. It may also refer to a wood panelling that seems to be {{wp|Oak|oak wood}}, often called faux oak.
* This is the first episode where Johanna is seen without her apron on.
* Only James blasts off in this episode.
** He is also the only one to recite the {{motto}}.
[[File:DP139 Error.png|right|thumb|The coloring error.]]

===Errors===
* While Politoed and Croagunk were fighting, Politoed's entire mouth was green.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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'''Strategy Begins at Home!''' (Japanese: '''ヒカリVSママ！親子対決！！''' ''{{tt|Hikari|Dawn}} VS Mama! Parent-Child Showdown!!'') is the 138th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 604th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on August 13, 2009 and in the United States on January 2, 2010.
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==Synopsis==
{{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} make it back to [[Twinleaf Town]] as {{an|Dawn}} and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} take the lead, clearly excited to be back home. As they walk, {{an|Brock}} enjoys the quiet atmosphere, reminding Ash of [[Pallet Town|his hometown]]. Ahead, they spot a few people talking about placing some stands, but not making much progress. Dawn calls out their names, [[Izzy and Cara]], meeting up with them. Cara mentions that are working with [[Johanna]] to plan the [[Twinleaf Festival|festival]], but Izzy isn't helping much. Dawn introduces Ash, Brock and her Piplup.

Dawn leads her friends to her house as Dawn is clearly excited, busting in. Johanna meets her, as well as Ash and Brock, with her {{TP|Johanna|Glameow}} and {{p|Umbreon}} in tow. Johanna greets Piplup as the Penguin {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} tries to greet Glameow, but gets the cold shoulder. He looks hurt, but tries again with Umbreon and gets the same response, to which {{AP|Pikachu}} comforts him. An older girl, [[Noelle]], walks down the stairs with her {{p|Bellossom}} and welcomes Dawn's return. She finished setting up the rooms for Ash and Brock, being there to enroll in Johanna's {{pkmn|Coordinator}} class. Dawn shows her the four Ribbons she has earned, but Brock pulls her aside and makes his usual advances to Noelle. He gets {{m|Poison Jab|shut down}} not just by {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}}, but Bellossom as well with {{m|Stun Spore}}, Croagunk dragging him away.

Ash checks out the trophies and pictures on the wall as Dawn fills him in about her mother's career. Dawn then decides to challenge her mother to a Contest {{pkmn|battle}}, which she agrees to, but they decide to eat first since the food was freshly prepared. Ash shows impolite excitement at the prospect of being fed and quickly apologizes after Pikachu's pointing out that he's being rude, but Johanna laughs and lets it slide as she asks Noelle to show Ash and Brock their rooms. Meanwhile, {{TRT}} sits by a lake, [[fishing]] for {{p|Goldeen}} under [[Sayer]]'s term. Sayer is disappointed that they have not caught any Goldeen, which are needed for a Goldeen catching game at the festival. Team Rocket reveals they that are doing it mainly for [[Pokémon Dollar|money]] since they are broke.

Meanwhile, everyone sits down for lunch at Dawn's home. Johanna compliments Brock on his cooking ability that Dawn told her about. Glameow and Umbreon enjoy Brock's [[Pokémon food]], which pleases her since they are picky eaters. Noelle asks Brock for his recipe, which puts him into a romantic advance before Bellossom and Croagunk stop him. Dawn and Johanna clean the dishes as Ash talks to {{an|Professor Oak}} over the videophone, giving the {{pkmn|Trainer}} advice about learning from Johanna. Dawn and Johanna join the conversation as they learn that Professor Oak is on his way to attend the festival. Then, {{Delia|Ash's mother}} joins the conversation as her and Johanna. Delia even pokes fun at Ash a little bit. Meanwhile, Team Rocket starts reeling in Pokémon, but none of them are Goldeen, so they toss them back.

In the garden, Brock and {{TP|Brock|Happiny}} tend to the flowers, getting positive reviews from Johanna and Noelle. Johanna and Dawn decide to have their battle, but Izzy, Cara and Sayer meet up with Johanna, still trying to work out food booth placement. Although Johanna solves the problem at first, Izzy and Cara continue to vacillate, forcing Johanna to postpone the battle and get more involved.

Ash and Pikachu decide to take a walk while Dawn works on her strategy. With Pikachu at his side on a picture-perfect day, Ash wanders into the forest as he spots a group of {{p|Sunflora}} absorbing sun rays. Pikachu follows a {{p|Ledyba}}, stopping as he notes it landing on a large flower. He runs forward and uses his nose to imitate it with a small flower, but the pollen makes him sneeze. He looks at Ash sheepishly when asked if he's okay. As Ash approaches a tree that seems to have something in it, a young boy calls him over. Ash meets [[Nathaniel]] as he tells Ash that he planted [[Honey]] on that tree. Nathaniel is excited to see a real {{p|Pikachu}} and asks Ash's permission to hug his. When Ash consents, Pikachu doesn't wait for Nathaniel to pick him up and quite happily jumps into his arms, perhaps seeing that the boy has a kind heart. Nuzzling the little {{type|Electric}}, Nathaniel reveals his passion to become a Trainer. They notice a {{p|Heracross}} on the tree. Seeing Nathaniel's excitement and joy, Ash thinks about how he used to be young and always wanted to always spend time with Pokémon, noting that being a Trainer is a great privilege. Nathaniel wants to specialize in {{t|Bug}} types as they watch Heracross leave. Ash starts telling him tales of his journey, starting with his own {{AP|Heracross}} loving the sap from {{AP|Bulbasaur}}'s bulb.

Back at Dawn's house, Dawn plans with Piplup and {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}}, setting up two combinations. Pachirisu runs over to the [[Television|TV]] as Dawn notices a bunch of clipped newspaper articles, about all of Dawn's Contest wins and the [[Hearthome Collection]] that Johanna framed. Piplup and Pachirisu are also pleased, dancing with happiness as both of them are also in the pictures. Johanna returns as they get to the battle on the battle field behind their house. They begin a [[Double Battle|two on two]] with Piplup and Pachirisu against Glameow and Umbreon. Brock shows his romance towards Noelle constantly, but Bellossom and Croagunk keep him in check. Dawn goes first with {{m|Whirlpool}} and {{m|Discharge}}, creating an electrified whirlpool. Johanna's Pokémon use {{m|Quick Attack}} to gracefully dodge, crossing each other's paths and creating an appeal before stopping in front of Johanna and launching a double {{m|Shadow Ball}}, destroying the Whirlpool and knocking {{cat|Dawn's Pokémon}} down. Dawn's Pokémon get up as they invoke their first plan. Piplup fires {{m|BubbleBeam}}. Though Johanna's Pokémon dodge with a synchronized back flip, the attack creates a wall, masking Pachirisu until the last moment and hitting both with a spinning {{m|Super Fang}}. Dawn celebrates the successful plan, but Johanna makes her pay for her premature celebration by using a double {{m|Attract}}, {{status|Infatuation|infatuating}} both of Dawn's Pokémon before hitting them with a double {{m|Swift}} Attack, [[fainting|knocking them out]]. Dawn is somewhat upset but accepts the defeat, comforting her Pokémon. Still, Johanna was still impressed at her strategy and [[friendship|her bond]] with her Pokémon. It also inspires Ash to take a note from the battle. Glameow and Umbreon look pleased as Johanna hugs her daughter.

Meanwhile, Team Rocket has managed to catch many Goldeen. While they likely have more than enough, [[Jessie]] wants to try for one more. She pulls on her rod and an unhappy {{p|Gyarados}} out of the water. It sends them blasting off with a {{m|Hyper Beam}} strike.

==Major events==

* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} make it to [[Twinleaf Town]]. Ash and {{an|Brock}} also meet {{an|Dawn}}'s mother, [[Johanna]], for the first time in person.
* Johanna is revealed to own an {{p|Umbreon}}.
* The gang learn that {{an|Professor Oak}} will be visiting Twinleaf Town to give a lecture during the Festival.
* Dawn and Johanna have a battle, with Johanna winning.
{{animeevents}}
===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Johanna]]
* [[Noelle]]
* {{an|Professor Oak}}
* {{Delia}}
* [[Sayer]]
* [[Izzy and Cara|Izzy]]
* [[Izzy and Cara|Cara]]
* [[Nathaniel]]
* {{p|Rapidash}}'s {{pkmn|Trainer}} (flashback)

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Pachirisu}} ({{OP|Dawn|Pachirisu}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Happiny}} ({{OP|Brock|Happiny}})
* {{p|Glameow}} ({{OP|Johanna|Glameow}})
* {{p|Umbreon}} ([[Johanna]]'s)
* {{p|Bellossom}} ([[Noelle]]'s)
* {{p|Feebas}}
* {{p|Barboach}}
* {{p|Whiscash}}
* {{p|Crawdaunt}}
* {{p|Finneon}}
* {{p|Remoraid}}
* {{p|Goldeen}} (multiple)
* {{p|Gyarados}}
* {{p|Sunflora}} (multiple)
* {{p|Ledyba}}
* {{p|Heracross}}
* {{p|Rapidash}} (flashback)

==Trivia==
[[File:Johanna Gracideas.png|thumb|220px|Possible Gracideas]]
* This is the first episode of the four-part [[Twinleaf Festival]] arc.
* The flowers in Johanna's garden look strikingly similar to {{OBP|Gracidea|flower}}s.
* In Ash's flashback, he was wearing the same outfit as seen in a photo in ''[[M03|Spell of the Unown]]''.
* [[Daisuke Sakaguchi]] is credited for voicing [[Brock's Sudowoodo]], even though Sudowoodo didn't appear in this episode.
* This is the first English episode of the {{wp|2010s}}.
* The English title of this episode is a reference to the phrase, "charity begins at home".
* This episode was initially given the title ''The Mother of All Battlers!'', somewhat similar to [[EP264|another episode's]] title, but this was later changed. This title was later used by [[Cartoon Network Video]] on their list, but the video used the new title.
* The English title of the episode was narrated by both Dawn and her [[Johanna|mother]].
* Team Rocket doesn't appear in their standard uniforms throughout the Twinleaf Festival arc.
* Team Rocket doesn't recite their {{motto}} in this episode.

===Errors===
[[File:DawnRibbons4.png|thumb|right|220px|Dawn's smaller than usual Ribbons]]
* Dawn's [[Ribbon]]s are far smaller than normal when she shows them off during this episode.
* The {{p|Rapidash}} shown in this episode is much smaller than other Rapidash shown in the anime. Its size was closer to that of a {{p|Ponyta}}, its pre-evolution.
* When {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}} used {{m|Poison Jab}} on {{an|Brock}}, its Japanese voice can be heard.
* When Dawn did her Whirlpool-Discharge combination, Glameow and Umbreon dodged it and Umbreon's eyes were blue. In the next scene, they were back to normal.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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'''Three Sides to Every Story!''' (Japanese: '''マリル・ポッチャマ・エレキッド！！''' ''{{tt|Maril|Marill}}, {{tt|Pochama|Piplup}}, Elekid!!'') is the 137th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 603rd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on August 6, 2009 and in the United States on December 26, 2009.
{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
{{incomplete synopsis}}

The episode starts off with {{an|Dawn}} running away from a {{p|Raikou}} during a storm. She ends up at a dead end and the Raikou tries to use a powerful {{m|Thunder}} attack on her, only for {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} to block it. Piplup manages to withstand it, making the Raikou growl and run down the mountain it was on. Piplup tries to use {{m|Peck}} on it, though Raikou manages to stop it using another powerful electric attack. Piplup falls down on grassy ground and it is revealed that it was merely a dream. Dawn asks Piplup what's wrong and {{AP|Pikachu}} wakes up. Piplup looks around and starts to cry.

Later, the group manages to find a Berry orchard on the way to [[Lilypad Town]]. They see all kinds of Berries—including [[Tamato Berry|Tamato Berries]], [[Oran Berry|Oran Berries]], and [[Grepa Berry|Grepa Berries]]. Piplup tries to smell a Berry and gets smacked in the head by a {{p|Marill}}. The others ask Piplup if he's okay and they see the Marill. Dawn checks its [[Pokédex]] entry and asks Piplup if he's alright again. Piplup soon sees the Marill and falls in love. Dawn asks Piplup if something is wrong and {{an|Brock}} tells her that Piplup is in love. Dawn asks Piplup if that is true and Piplup seems to be hit by a heart.

Soon, a girl calls for Marill and tells it that she has been wondering where it had run off to. She then asks who the group is, and they introduce themselves. She introduces herself as {{si|Lulu}} and Dawn comments on how she has never seen so many Berries. Lulu tells her that it is her family orchard and that her mom and dad take care of it, though she also helps out. Brock says that that must be a lot of work and Lulu says that it isn't much at all. Brock then says that he would like to meet her parents and find out how they manage to take care of this orchard while Pikachu is trying to get Piplup's attention away from Marill. Lulu says that her parents are gone and that they won't be home for another 2 or 3 days, and that she could give them the grand tour of the orchard and that they could stay for the night as she gets lonely all by herself.

The group says that that'll be fun, and it changes to a scene where many {{p|Sunflora}} are seen watering the Berries. Lulu tells them that they do a lot of the orchard's watering and that they get water from a well. Piplup runs up to one of the Sunflora and it lets him pull the lever to work the well up and down. Lulu notes that Piplup wants to help out the Sunflora, and Marill agrees, making Piplup feel glad. Dawn tells Piplup that it's doing a great job, and that it's also impressing Marill. Later, in a different area of the orchard, Brock comments on how the Sunflora work hard as Piplup and Marill water some of the Berries, with Dawn's support. Brock then says that they get along and Dawn says that they look very happy together. An electric attack then almost hits Marill, and directly hits Piplup. The electric attack is revealed to be from an {{p|Elekid}}, and Ash checks its Pokédex entry. Elekid then tries to hit Marill again, with Lulu telling the group how Elekid is a [[wild Pokémon]] that has kept coming back to the orchard. Piplup is not happy with Elekid attacking Marill, so he tries to defend Marill, but Elekid's powerful thunderbolt throws away Piplup. Brock then explains that as Elekid is an Electric-type Pokémon, it has an advantage against Piplup, who is a Water type. Brock also explains that Elekid is attacking Marill, but none of his attacks hurt Marill. Elekid has actually taken a liking to Marill, same as Piplup. Ash, disagreeing with the topic, says that it was just that Elekid's attacks missed.

==Major events==
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{si|Lulu}}
* [[Johanna]]

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Grotle}} ({{OP|Ash|Grotle}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Yanmega}} ({{OP|Jessie|Yanmega}})
* {{p|Carnivine}} ({{OP|James|Carnivine}})
* {{p|Marill}} ({{si|Lulu}}'s)
* {{p|Sunflora}} ({{si|Lulu}}'s; multiple)
* {{p|Elekid}}
* {{p|Raikou}} (dream)

==Trivia==
* This episode is similar to ''[[EP153|Love, Totodile Style]]'', wherein a {{type|Water}} [[starter Pokémon]] falls in love with a member of {{p|Marill}}'s evolutionary family, and another Pokémon is involved in this, forming a love triangle.
* While in the games, Piplup and Marill are in the same Egg Group ({{egg|Water 1}}), Elekid is a [[baby Pokémon]] and as such is in the {{egg2|Undiscovered}}. If it evolved, it would still not be able to breed with Marill because {{p|Electabuzz}} is only in the {{egg3|Human-Like}}.
* Dawn and [[Johanna]] narrate the preview for the next episode.
* The dub's title may be a reference to the saying "Two Sides to Every Story".
** The dub title may also be also inspired from the romantic novel "Three Sides of Every Story".
* This episode marks the total of seventh (and so far also the last) time when {{MTR}} has used a {{p|Sunflora}} costume.
* This is the last English episode of the {{wp|2000s (decade)|2000s}}.
* This is the first episode since ''[[DP130|Frozen on Their Tracks!]]'' to air the entire episode in 16:9 aspect ratio in the high-definition feed. The previous 6 episodes showed the beginning of the episode (until the title card) in a 3:2 aspect ratio.

===Errors===
* When Piplup was pulling the handle to the water faucet it was upward; when it zoomed in, it was downward.
* In one scene, {{an|Dawn}}'s eyes are black, not blue.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn={{tt|瑪力露・波加曼・電擊怪！！|Marill, Piplup, Elekid!!}}
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'''Gateway to Ruin!''' (Japanese: '''テンガン山の遺跡！ギンガ団の陰謀！！''' ''{{tt|Mt. Tengan|Mt. Coronet}} Ruins! {{tt|Ginga-dan|Team Galactic}} Conspiracy!!'') is the 136th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 602nd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on July 23, 2009 and in the United States on December 19, 2009.

{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
Still on their way to {{an|Dawn}}'s next [[Pokémon Contest]] in [[Lilypad Town]], {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} come to a section of [[Mt. Coronet]] where the area is muggy and a marshland. Soon, they come across a river with a strong current, as well as blue {{p|Shellos}}. Ash and the gang are confused, as [[Zoey]]'s {{TP|Zoey|Shellos}} is colored pink. Dawn looks it up in her Pokédex and finds out that there are two confirmed kinds of Shellos—Pink Shellos and Blue Shellos. Soon they see a Pink Shellos trapped in the river's current.

{{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} jumps in to try to rescue it. Piplup manages to catch it just before the current takes it away. Then, using a long tree branch, the others pull both Shellos and Piplup to the shore safely. Then, [[Nurse Joy]] arrives, relieved to see Shellos safe and thanks the gang for saving it. Brock then begins his usual flirting, which is interrupted by {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}}'s {{m|Poison Jab}}. Nurse Joy wonders why a Pink Shellos is on the east side of Mt. Coronet, as Pink Shellos are only found on the western side of the mountain. Nurse Joy reveals that long ago, when Mt. Coronet was starting to form, the two types of Shellos were separated and soon adapted to their new color and environment. However, there have recently been several western Shellos that have gotten lost on the east side of the mountain, but she is unsure why. Nurse Joy quickly changes the subject and takes it to the [[Pokémon Center]].

Fortunately, Shellos is not injured. The gang decides to take Shellos to the western side of the mountain. Nurse Joy suggests to find its home near the marshlands when [[Looker]] arrives and is intrigued to see another Pink Shellos on the eastern side of Mt. Coronet. After happily greeting the group, Looker announces he is in a hurry and leaves. Although the gang is confused, they still decide to keep on their task and bring Shellos home.

Meanwhile, inside of the mountain, a squad of {{tc|Galactic Grunt}}s—led by [[Saturn]] and [[Charon]]—are searching the mountain for more clues to the [[Spear Pillar]]. The limited data they collected from [[Iron Island]] suggested that it was on Mt. Coronet and all the team has to do is find its gateway. Saturn is very impatient to find it, as they are very much behind schedule. Charon suggests he relax, as they would succeed in finding it. They are unaware that {{TRT}} is spying on them, or that they are plotting to steal a briefcase they have.

Back with the group, Piplup is leading the way back to Shellos' home. Then, the gang notices many [[cave]]s. Piplup and Shellos peek into one and despite Dawn's warning, they fall into it. The rest of the group follows after them. After falling a long way down, they find themselves unable to climb out. Looker, meanwhile, (who had just entered a different cave to the inside of the mountain) finds human footprints and deduces that the tunnels were dug up recently. Just then, he hears a sound and soon discovers [[Team Galactic]], but chooses not to reveal himself just yet.

Team Galactic is continuing their search for the Spear Pillar, but Saturn is still a bit impatient and is starting to lose hope. Charon scolds Saturn's impatience, and reminds him that the region long ago believed in a Time-Space Legend involving Pokémon, these two Pokémon being {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}}. Charon also mentions that the ruins were made as a result of the ancient people's desire to meet them and suggested once again that Saturn relaxes.

The gang soon finds the footprints and this time, Shellos leads the way. The gang does their best to catch up to Shellos, hoping to find a way out or someone who knows a way out. Unfortunately, they only find Team Galactic. Saturn becomes annoyed at the children getting in their way yet again. Without any warning, Ash and his friends are surrounded by Galactic Grunts, still under the watchful eye of Looker and Team Rocket.

Team Galactic ties up Ash, Dawn, Brock, Pikachu, Piplup, and Shellos, so they would not get in their way until their mission was complete. Brock wondered what they were planning this time, as Charon becomes amazed at finally meeting the "famous children" in person. Saturn, still getting impatient, tells Charon to ignore them and return to work. Team Rocket is still trying to steal the briefcase, but couldn't find a way past the Grunt guarding it.

Then Shellos began to cry, which irritated Charon and he ordered to keep it quiet. A grunt with a face obscured volunteers and yells meanly at Shellos so that Team Galactic could hear. However, the grunt quietly talks calmly to it, but making sure Saturn and Charon do not hear him, as well as not hear him telling the gang that he would help them escape. He ''does'', however, yell loudly that he would "tighten the ropes". Charon and Saturn immediately ask who he is and the grunt comes towards him (with Saturn very suspicious of him).

The grunt said that he was sent from headquarters to help the expedition. Charon is confused as to why that is, since they already have enough manpower for the job. The grunt reveals he came in a hurry and only knew about ruins in the expedition. Charon decided to bring him up to speed. He told the grunt their mission was to find the gateway to the Spear Pillar that is hidden on Mt. Coronet. The grunt with the case opens it, revealing the [[Spear Key]] to all, as Charon continued to explain by stating they would use the key to open the gateway to the Spear Pillar once they found it.

Ash and friends are amazed and soon find out how the Shellos got lost on the wrong side of the mountain: because Team Galactic dug the tunnels to find the gateway to the Spear Pillar. Saturn reminded Charon to be careful with the key, since [[Cyrus|their leader]] entrusted them with it. Charon said he couldn't really care about Team Galactic's intentions, so long as he does his part. Team Rocket, still spying on it, decide to steal the key and open the gateway to the Spear Pillar themselves.

Charon orders the grunt to get to work immediately. The grunt complies, but soon jumps a distance away from them, freeing Ash and the others, and reveals his true identity: Looker! Ash and the group are surprised and their surprise increases when
—upon Saturn's request—revealed he was with the [[International Police]]. Team Rocket were also shocked that the man that delivered them lunchboxes [[DP130|some time ago]] was with the International Police and believed to have walked into a "brou ha ha".

Saturn mentions that he received a report of a suspected spy in their ranks and deduces that Looker was the spy. Then, Shellos runs off again, the gang following. Saturn orders the grunts to capture Looker. Team Rocket takes the opportunity to steal the Spear Key, unguarded. Jessie sends out {{TP|Jessie|Seviper}} to use {{m|Haze}}. The Haze clouds Team Galactic's vision and when it fades, Team Rocket is in possession of the key. Charon orders them to identify themselves. Team Rocket begins their motto before Charon interrupts them, ordering the key back. However, they are soon surrounded by Team Galactic's {{p|Golbat}} arsenal.

Shellos soon finds itself in a dead end and cries. Ash and the group calm it down, assuring it that they would return Shellos to its home. Meanwhile, Looker manages to defend himself against the Grunts, which impress Ash and the gang, as well as two Grunts that were working on finding the ruins. One Grunt suggests that they help out until they receive a signal. Saturn and Charon rush to them and discover that there are ruins hidden behind some rocks. Saturn is relieved to find the search to probably be over and sends out his {{TP|Saturn|Toxicroak}}.

Saturn orders his Toxicroak to use {{m|Rock Smash}} to destroy the rocks and after a few jabs, the rock is finally destroyed, revealing old ruins, which is perhaps the gateway to the Spear Pillar. Although Saturn is a bit skeptical, he takes the key back from Team Rocket and Toxicroak uses {{m|Dark Pulse}} to send Team Rocket blasting off. A grunt opens the case to reveal the key and take them to the Spear Pillar.

However, nothing happens. Charon is only able to deduce that the ruins are not the gateway to the Spear Pillar. Saturn becomes irritated and, seeing there was no need to be there any longer, orders to retreat. Pikachu and Piplup attempt to stop them by using {{m|Thunderbolt}} and {{m|BubbleBeam}}, respectively, but the Golbat use {{m|Protect}} and Team Galactic's escape was successful. Then, the place begins to flood due to Toxicroak's Rock Smash. Looker takes out a raft and the gang uses it to narrowly escape. Team Galactic begins to pinpoint the next location of the Spear Pillar on Mt. Coronet. Charon chuckles on how simple it was as Saturn gives him an irritated look, apparently not trusting or taking a liking to Charon.

After safely moving out, Looker goes back to headquarters and the gang continues to find Shellos' home. As Shellos becomes reunited with its breed, Brock notices the mud water from the flash flood clogged up the tunnels Team Galactic made, meaning the Shellos will never again wind up on the wrong side of the mountain again. Ash and the gang say good-bye to Shellos, as they continue their way towards Lilypad Town...

==Major events==
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} meet [[Looker]] again, and they along with {{TRT}} discover that he is a member of the [[International Police]].
* They also encounter [[Team Galactic]] again and meet [[Charon]] for the first time.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
=====TV episode debuts=====
* {{p|Shellos}} (East Sea)

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Nurse Joy]]
* [[Saturn]]
* [[Charon]]
* [[Looker]]
* {{tc|Galactic Grunt}}s
* [[Mars]] (flashback)
* [[Zoey]] (flashback)

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Seviper}} ({{OP|Jessie|Seviper}})
* {{p|Toxicroak}} ({{OP|Saturn|Toxicroak}})
* {{p|Shellos}} (East and West Sea; multiple)
* {{p|Golbat}} ({{tc|Galactic Grunt}}s'; multiple)
* {{p|Shellos}} ([[Zoey]]'s; flashback)

==Trivia==
* This episode, which features [[Team Galactic]], also marks the [[DP036|100th episode]] since they made their debut.
* Brock narrates the next episode's preview.
* Music from ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', and ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]'' are used in this episode.
* This is the final episode to use a 3:2 aspect ratio for the episode's beginning in the high-definition feed.
* This episode shows [[Looker]] hitting a {{tc|Galactic Grunt}}, despite [[EP001|other]] [[EP003|episodes]] with less violent scenes being cut.
* This is one of the few episodes to retain all of its Japanese background music and use no dub created music.

===Errors===
[[File:DP136Error.png|thumb|230px|right|Ash's jacket]]
* There are a few scenes where Ash's jacket is longer than it should be.
* In one scene, a part of Dawn's vest was colored the same as her skin.
* At the end of the episode, during the "To Be Continued..." scene, Piplup's feet are blue.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn={{tt|天冠山的遺跡！銀河隊的陰謀！！|Ruins of Mt. Tiānguān (Coronet)! Team Galactic Conspiracy!!}}
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'''Beating the Bustle and Hustle!''' (Japanese: '''全員参戦！ポケモンハッスル！！''' ''Everybody Participate! {{tt|Pokémon Hustle|Sinnoh Pokémon Hustle}}!!'') is the 135th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 601st episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on July 9, 2009 and in the United States on December 12, 2009.

{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
Ash and {{ashfr}} are heading towards Dawn's next Contest in [[Lilypad Town]] when {{an|Dawn}} sees a poster announcing that her favorite show [[Sinnoh Pokémon Hustle]], is holding auditions near there. She, {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}} decide to check the program out, however, unknown to them, the show is actually {{TRT}} setting up a test for future Team Rocket members! As they go to sign up they see {{si|Rhonda}} and the [[Sinnoh Now]] staff, have come to cover the event. Rhonda says that she is surprised that there is a Pokémon Hustle event going on as she had no notification of it.

Ash and friends are looking at all the people that have entered and attempt to say hi to a few. A girl with purple hair, a boy with blue hair and a lady with blue hair ignore them. They are surprised by the people's coldness around there.

Team Rocket is happy with how many people are signing up until they see the [[twerps]]. They make a plan to sabotage them in their events. Team Rocket announces to the participants that they are to put their [[Poké Ball]]s in cubbyholes, and they will be transferred to the kitchen. Little do they know that it is actually a funnel, putting all their Poké Balls in a bag.

The first event requires the Trainer to cross over to logs, one of which spins. The first person to try is a Trainer with his {{p|Oddish}}, who promptly fall in. Next is Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}} who make it across despite Team Rocket's interference. Then Dawn and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} manage to cross as well. Brock tries next but he and {{TP|Brock|Happiny}} fall in, so does a Trainer and her {{p|Teddiursa}}. Then two talented Trainers named Crimson and Azure cross, also does a lady and her {{p|Growlithe}}.

The second stage of the competition is revealed to be a challenge where the Trainer swings across the water from one platform to another trying not to fall off when they hit a big, spinning yellow tube. Ash tries first and just barely manages to cross, hitting trouble at the spinning tube. Dawn also manages to make it across along with [[Azure]], [[Crimson]] and the lady with the Growlithe. [[Jessie]], [[James]] and {{MTR}} head over to check on the Poké Balls to find that they are gone. Ash finds them and accuses them of taking the Pokémon. All the Trainers begin to crowd around and Team Rocket take off their disguises and performing their motto. When the Trainers ask for their Pokémon back they inform them that they do not know where they are.

Suddenly the lady from earlier rips off her disguise revealing that she is [[Officer Jenny]]. She points towards Azure and Crimson and says that they have stolen the Pokémon. Brock begins to flirt with her but Pikachu and Piplup drag him away. Team Rocket decides to help Azure and Crimson escape from the crowd and leads them up a tall ramp that has huge balls balanced at the top. The crowd of Trainers begins to follow them up the ramp. James pushes the balls off and takes out many of the Trainers except for Officer Jenny - who is shown jumping them - and Ash, Dawn, and Brock, who hang on the side. Team Rocket then leads them down a zip line. As Jenny, Ash, Dawn and Brock follow, they cut the zip line, causing the others to fall. Team Rocket then praises Azure and Crimson who are not the least impressed and say that they are a two person team. Crimson and Azure then send out their {{p|Zangoose}} and {{p|Drowzee}} and send Team Rocket flying backwards. Jenny sends out Growlithe who uses {{m|Flame Wheel}} on Drowzee, getting everybody's Poké Balls back. Ash then sends out {{AP|Buizel}} who uses {{m|Water Gun}} on Drowzee and Zangoose. Jessie and James then send out {{TP|Jessie|Yanmega}} but they are sent blasting off by Drowzee's {{m|Shadow Ball}}. Growlithe then defeats Drowzee with {{m|Fire Fang}} and Pikachu defeats Zangoose with {{m|Thunderbolt}}. Jenny then arrests both Azure and Crimson. Brock then again flirts with Officer Jenny but is taken off by {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}}. Jenny then leaves with Azure and Crimson, and then after saying good-byes Ash, Dawn and Brock continue yet again on their way to the Contest.

==Major events==

{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Officer Jenny]]
* [[Sinnoh Now]] staff
** {{si|Rhonda}}
** {{si|Jack}}
** Cameraman
* [[Azure]]
* [[Crimson]]
* Host

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Happiny}} ({{OP|Brock|Happiny}})
* {{p|Buizel}} ({{OP|Ash|Buizel}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Yanmega}} ({{OP|Jessie|Yanmega}})
* {{p|Drowzee}} ([[Azure]]'s)
* {{p|Zangoose}} ([[Crimson]]'s)
* {{p|Growlithe}} ({{OP|Officer Jenny|Growlithe}})
* {{p|Psyduck}}
* {{p|Clefairy}}
* {{p|Arcanine}}
* {{p|Noctowl}}
* {{p|Luxray}}
* {{p|Shinx}}
* {{p|Teddiursa}}
* {{p|Sunflora}}
* {{p|Nuzleaf}}
* {{p|Flaaffy}}
* {{p|Stunky}}
* {{p|Graveler}}
* {{p|Oddish}}
* {{p|Bidoof}}

==Trivia==
[[File:DP eyecatch 12.png|thumb|225px|right|New eyecatch]]
* This was the last episode to air before the premiere of ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'' in Japanese theaters.
* {{Ash}}, {{ashfr}}, {{AP|Pikachu}}, and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} read the title card.
* A new [[eyecatch]] featuring [[Team Rocket]] is shown.
* {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} drag away {{an|Brock}} when he starts to flirt with [[Officer Jenny]], with Pikachu yanking on Brock's ear, as {{an|Misty}} and [[Max]] did.
[[File:DP135 error.png|220px|thumb|right|The coloring error]]
* This is the only time that [[Jessie]] battles a {{p|Zangoose}} and {{p|Seviper}} doesn't come out of its [[Poké Ball]].
* The dub returns to show new episodes in a 4:3 aspect ratio on standard definition yet again, after showing the previous two episodes in a 16:9 aspect ratio. This would continue until Cartoon Network stopped their cropping practices sometime during the week prior to the initial dubbed airing of ''[[DP149|Sticking With Who You Know!]]''.
* Music from ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]'', ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', and ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]'' is played in this episode.
* This episode [[Breaking the fourth wall|breaks the fourth wall]].

===Errors===
* During one of the scenes of this episode, the end of {{MTR}}'s tail was the same color as his body.
* When Croagunk was about to {{m|Poison Jab}} {{an|Brock}}, Croagunk's Japanese [[Cry|voice]] could be heard.
* In one scene {{an|Jessie}}'s belly button is stretched down.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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|pt_eu={{tt|Vencendo Jogos e Jogadas!|Winning Games and Turns!}}
|es_la={{tt|Acabando con el juicio y el bullicio|Ending the trial and bustle.}}
|sv={{tt|Hänga med i svängarna!|Keep up!}}
|ro={{tt|Joacă și Joc, Liniște Deloc|Game and Play, Silence None}}
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'''Promoting Healthy Tangrowth!''' (Japanese: '''森の王者！モジャンボ！！''' ''King of the Forest! {{tt|Mojumbo|Tangrowth}}!!'') is the 134th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 600th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It aired in Japan on July 2, 2009 and in the United States on December 5, 2009.
{{spoilers}}
==Synopsis==
{{an|Dawn}} decides to start training {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} for the [[Lilypad Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}. She sends it out but it becomes uninterested and charges into a nearby tree. Then {{an|Brock}} suggests Dawn to demonstrate Mamoswine how a Contest move is made. She orders {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} to use {{m|BubbleBeam}} which captivates Mamoswine's attention. Then Dawn suggests Mamoswine to try a move.

The Twin Tusk Pokémon uses {{m|Ice Shard}} towards the sky and shatters it with its tusks impressing everyone. Dawn then tells Mamoswine to spin and shatter the Ice Shard with its tusks. Having never done this before, Mamoswine ends up with the Ice Shard on its head, with {{AP|Pikachu}} and Piplup laughing. Feeling humiliated, Mamoswine runs off into a nearby forest, forcing Dawn to follow. {{Ash}} scolds Pikachu and Piplup and the scene turns to Dawn looking for Mamoswine in the forest.

There, Dawn finds Mamoswine which spots something deep in the forest and keeps staring continuously there. The scene turns to Ash who prepares to go in search of them but is stopped by a girl. Brock immediately falls in love with her but Croagunk {{m|Poison Jab}}s him. She then introduces herself as [[Verona]], a local Forest Ranger who interdicts anyone to enter the forest with a Pokémon.

The scene reverts to Dawn and Mamoswine as the sound approaches. Then they encounter a wild {{p|Tangrowth}} that begins attacking them. The two then get into a fight. Finally Tangrowth uses {{m|Absorb}} on it and drains all of its power then leaves. After its departure, Dawn notices it dropped a {{b|Sitrus}} Berry which Mamoswine eats, thus regaining its power.

The scene turns to Ash and Brock who had just found out about the same Tangrowth which drains the Pokémon's power. The scene turns back to Dawn and Mamoswine which keeps sniffing Tangrowth's tracks. Dawn becomes angry and leaves it alone, but quickly runs to it after she notices Mamoswine departing. The scene turns to {{TRT}} complaining about being tired and hungry. Next an {{p|Onix}} comes out of the ground and proceeds to attack them when Tangrowth absorbs its powers too. Then as it leaves, {{MTR}} notices it left behind another Sitrus Berry. After he picks it up, Tangrowth hears him and absorbs his powers too making Meowth crumble to the ground dropping the Berry in Onix's mouth which instantly heals.

After finally leaving, Tangrowth leaves an {{b|Oran}} Berry for Meowth on the ground. After eating it, he instantly regains his vitality. Next, they decide to capture the Tangrowth while Meowth starts to [[boss fantasy|fantasize]] again.

The scene turns to Dawn searching for Mamoswine again. Instead, she encounters an {{p|Ursaring}} which attacks her with {{m|Hyper Beam}}. Thankfully, Mamoswine shows up knocking Ursaring with {{m|Take Down}}. Then it continues its search for the Tangrowth along with Dawn. The scene once again changes to Ash, Brock and Veronica who are in search of Dawn and Mamoswine. Thinking it might help them, he sends out {{AP|Grotle}} which is instantly attacked by Tangrowth, but manages to dodge the hit.

Ash orders Grotle to use {{m|Razor Leaf}} but Tangrowth evades the attack jumping from branch to branch. Grotle uses {{m|Energy Ball}} this time, but Tangrowth dodges the attack and absorbs its vitality. Then it flees the scene again, leaving a Sitrus Berry behind. Instead of eating the Berry, Grotle uses {{m|Synthesis}} to heal itself. Then it picks up Tangrowth's trail and the group decides to follow.

Once night falls, Dawn finds herself lost in the forest along with Mamoswine. It sniffs Tangrowth's trail again and picks Dawn on its back then rapidly heading on Tangrowth's trail, where they meet other wild {{type|Grass}} Pokémon, a {{p|Bellsprout}}, a {{p|Cherrim}}, a {{p|Seedot}} and a {{p|Shroomish}} which all proceed to stop them in their tracks. Cherrim hits them with Razor Leaf, Seedot with {{m|Bullet Seed}} and Bellsprout along with Shroomish both absorb Mamoswine's power. Then Bellsprout wants to offer it a Berry but Mamoswine quickly recovers and pursues them.

Then they arrive at a gigantic tree where Tangrowth appears, and Mamoswine upon seeing it, still angered from Tangrowth's attacks, wants to battle it. After a short dialogue between it and Tangrowth, Mamoswine calms and Ash, Brock, and Verona show up. Verona sees that the tree they are standing behind is the over 1000-year old tree which watches over the forest and was split in half, probably due to a recent thunderstorm, meaning that the tree got struck by lightning. Ash realizes that if the tree goes, then the rest of the forest goes too.

Next, Tangrowth uses {{m|Growth}} on the tree, making the group realize its intentions all along. Then the other Pokémon follow it with the same move but realize that there isn't enough energy in them. And then, Team Rocket shows up with another [[Team Rocket's mechas|machine]] attempting to capture all the wild Pokémon. [[James]] claims that it is three times as absorbent as their normal machines.

Mamoswine tries using Take Down on it twice, but it doesn't work. James then claims that it is ten times harder to wreck than the normal machines. Mamoswine is then revealed that it is able to use {{m|Hidden Power}}. Mamoswine uses it, easily defeating Team Rocket. So in the morning, Tangrowth is found using {{m|Absorb}} on Grotle. Grotle uses {{m|Synthesis}}, but Brock points out that Grotle can only use Synthesis so many times. So, Mamoswine willingly lets Tangrowth use Absorb on it.

Tangrowth leaves behind a [[Sitrus Berry]] and signals that it has enough energy to try to use Growth again. So, once again, all the Pokémon use Growth on the tree, and it is restored back to its original form. Tangrowth thanks Mamoswine, who now has his full confidence back!

==Major events==

* [[Dawn's Mamoswine]] learns {{m|Hidden Power}}.
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===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
=====TV episode debuts=====
* {{p|Tangrowth}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Verona]]

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Grotle}} ({{OP|Ash|Grotle}})
* {{p|Mamoswine}} ({{OP|Dawn|Mamoswine}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Tangrowth}}
* {{p|Onix}}
* {{p|Ursaring}}
* {{p|Seedot}}
* {{p|Bellsprout}}
* {{p|Cherrim}}
* {{p|Shroomish}}

==Trivia==
* This is the 600th episode of the main {{pkmn|anime}} if ''[[Holiday Hi-Jynx]]'' and ''[[Snow Way Out!]]'' are not counted.
* The opening theme changes to a remix, ''[[High Touch!|High Touch! 2009]]''. As with ''[[Together|Together2008]]'', the animation footage is completely unchanged from the previous opening.
* {{p|Darkrai}} and {{p|Giratina}} are replaced by {{p|Palkia}} and {{p|Dialga}}, respectively, in the start and end of the Japanese preview clip for the next episode.
* The dub's title is based on the phrase, "Promoting healthy growth".
* With the exception of the first few seconds, [[Dawn's Mamoswine]] remains outside of its [[Poké Ball]] throughout this episode.

===Errors===
[[File:DP134error.png|thumb|right|The coloring error]]
*In one scene, Piplup's crown is the same color as its forehead.
*Two of the Pokémon seen using {{m|Absorb}} are a wild {{p|Bellsprout}} and a wild {{p|Seedot}}. However, Bellsprout and Seedot [[Anime move errors|cannot learn]] Absorb in the games by any means.
*Near the beginning of the episode, there is a scene showing {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} on {{an|Dawn}}'s head. However, it was not there before or after this scene.
*When {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}} are speaking to [[Verona]], the orange part of Brock's jacket is colored the same color as his shirt.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn={{tt|森林之王！巨蔓藤！！|King of the Forest! Tangrowth!!}}
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|ro={{tt|Pentru o Creștere Sănătoasă|For a Healthy Growth}}
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'''Uncrushing Defeat!''' (Japanese: '''ユクシーの影！''' ''{{tt|Yuxie|Uxie}}'s Shadow!'') is the 133rd episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 599th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on June 25, 2009 and in the United States on November 21, 2009.
{{spoilers}}
==Synopsis==
The scene pans over [[Lake Acuity]] and goes underwater, where the projected soul of {{p|Uxie}} appears. Back at the [[Pokémon Center]], all of {{cat|Ash's Pokémon}} try to endure the pain from their injuries as [[Nurse Joy]], {{TP|Nurse Joy|Chansey}} and {{p|Blissey}} work overtime to heal Ash's Pokémon following the [[DP131|overwhelming]] [[DP132|loss]] to [[Paul]]. {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} watch as Ash's {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} are tended to. {{an|Dawn}} and {{an|Brock}} try to stay positive, but Ash walks away depressed. Dawn, having dealt with [[DP061|low self-confidence]] once, tries to help, but Brock stops her, letting him go for now.

Outside, {{TRT}}, still [[List of Team Rocket's disguises|disguised]] as the cleanup crew, work to fix the battlefield. {{TP|Jessie|Yanmega}} drops dirt as {{TP|Jessie|Seviper}}, {{TP|James|Carnivine}} and {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}} flatten the field. They discuss the [[Full Battle]], admiring the effort and [[Ash's Infernape|Chimchar's]] [[evolution]] while still slamming Ash for the landslide loss. [[James]] believes Ash is most likely depressed, so [[Jessie]] plots to steal {{AP|Pikachu}} while Ash is too sad to care.

Ash is sprawled out on a grassy field, looking up at the sky as he reflects on the {{pkmn|battle}}. Battle scenes flash through his mind as he remembers {{AP|Gliscor}} battling {{TP|Paul|Torterra}} and getting its tail {{m|Crunch|caught}}, {{DL|Paul|Weavile}} outspeeding {{AP|Staraptor}} and {{AP|Grotle}}'s second loss to {{TP|Paul|Honchkrow}}. Back at the Center, Brock tends to Gliscor, comforting it while it is crying from the bandaging. Dawn watches and wishes that she could help, also feeling the depression. {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} notices and gets an idea. Piplup makes faces, and tries to be funny, which gives Dawn the idea to create a show to cheer Ash up and she runs off to plan. Having finished the bandaging and with Ash's Pokémon resting, Nurse Joy, Chansey, Blissey and Brock tidy things up and put the medical supplies away. {{TP|Brock|Happiny}} also helps by giving Brock a first-aid kit to set back on a shelf. When Nurse Joy compliments Brock, he goes crazy as usual, but {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}}'s {{m|Poison Jab|impending strike}} causes him to halt his romance and plead with Croagunk. It works and Croagunk walks away. Nurse Joy notices that Monferno is recovering slower than the others. She asks Brock to go into the forest and find [[Cheri Berry|Cheri Berries]].

As Brock searches for the Berries with a bag in hand, he has trouble finding them and it's apparently taking quite a bit longer than he hoped it would. He reaches Lake Acuity and takes in the scenery. He notices a ripple on the lake and spots a shadow of a Pokémon, Uxie's projected soul. Before he can run any closer to inspect it, the shadow disappears. As he wonders about what he just saw, he notices an object to his left and glances that way, finding a Cheri Berry bush. While Dawn continues to practice back at the Center, Brock returned with the Berries, which are then mashed up, and Nurse Joy proceeds to feed Monferno. Apparently having been discharged, Ash's other Pokémon watch from the window as Monferno reacts to the Berries, quickly perking up. Joy smiles and tells Brock they can relax now as Monferno smiles and waves to the others, who wave and call back happily. Meanwhile, Ash still sulks over his most recent loss to Paul, remembering how {{TP|Paul|Ursaring}} took out half of his [[Party|team]], and how Monferno couldn't defeat {{TP|Paul|Electabuzz}} despite having just evolved. He rolls over to his side and notices Pikachu standing beside him, not the least bit upset. His other Pokémon are there as well, all with bandages but are still chirpy and celebrating... however their over-enthusiasm quickly gives way to their exhaustion. Ash is slightly concerned but he starts to laugh, the depression fading away. Ash gets his fighting spirit back, and tells his team that Paul's Pokémon are strong because he raised them to be that way, and now it's time for them to increase {{pkmn|training}} and work longer and harder than ever before. He inspires his Pokémon, all rushing to give him a group hug, knocking him to the ground as everyone laughs together, reaffirming their loyalty and friendship with him. As they head back, Ash's stomach rumbles as he's forgotten to eat earlier in the day, generating another bout of laughter as they continue on. Team Rocket watches nearby and still believe that Ash is depressed.

When he returns to the Center, everyone has gathered about Brock's sighting. In the Center's small library, Ash and Dawn look up the computer as Brock and Nurse Joy pour over books, having gone through three stacks. She finds an illustration in her book of the [[Lake guardians]] and points out to Brock the one of Uxie, which is the one he saw. He remarks though that it looked like a shadow instead of a physical form. Dawn and Ash remember [[DP001|their]] [[DP078|sightings]] of {{p|Mesprit}} and {{p|Azelf}}. Joy reads that the legend says that all three Pokémon originated from the same egg. Uxie, Mesprit and Azelf are beings that symbolize specific traits that just happens to correspond to Brock, Dawn and Ash respectively: Wisdom, Emotion, and Willpower. The three Pokémon are said to balance [[Sinnoh]], and Brock wonders if their sightings are more than coincidence.

Team Rocket hides in a darkened storeroom of the Pokémon Center, weaving an electric-proof net to capture Pikachu, while Ash and the others gather to watch Dawn's show in the lobby, Nurse Joy mentioning that Dawn prepared it mainly to cheer up Ash and his Pokémon. Dawn opens the show with {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}}, {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}} and {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}}. Buneary and Pachirisu jump onto Mamoswine and make faces, bouncing on and around Mamoswine before stretching Mamoswine's face, with Mamoswine posing. Ash and the others laugh as expected. Piplup waltzes out in a clown outfit, jumping up and hitting its head on the ceiling. Buneary and Pachirisu juggle Piplup and stretch its face, with one more Mamoswine pose thrown in, sticking its large tongue out.

Team Rocket intrudes on the show. Still thinking Ash is upset, Team Rocket proceeds to indirectly insult Ash and rub in his loss. It doesn't have any effect, so {{MTR}} launches the electric-proof net and catches Pikachu. Team Rocket removes their disguises and recites [[Team Rocket mottos|their motto]] before proceeding to flee. Ash and his friends pursue as Jessie has her Seviper launch {{m|Haze}}, but {{AP|Buizel}}'s {{m|Water Pulse}} negates it. Pikachu launches a {{m|Thunderbolt}}, but the net absorbs it. Gliscor stops them with {{m|Sand-Attack}}, but Yanmega knocks it back with a {{m|SonicBoom}}. James has Carnivine launch a {{m|Bullet Seed}}, but Staraptor's {{m|Aerial Ace}} and Grotle's {{m|Energy Ball}} [[fainting|knocks out]] both Yanmega and Carnivine. Monferno uses {{m|Mach Punch}} to knock Team Rocket away and free Pikachu from the net. Pikachu rejoins Ash and the others as Team Rocket notices that their plan backfired. James and Meowth blame Jessie since she wanted to strike while Ash was depressed, but Jessie blames them for not offering another plan. They then notice Ash and his Pokémon nearby, battle-ready and determined. They know a blast-off is imminent as Ash excitedly orders his Pokémon to execute a group attack. Buizel's {{m|Aqua Jet}}, Staraptor's Aerial Ace, Grotle's Energy Ball, Gliscor's {{m|X-Scissor}}, Monferno's {{m|Flamethrower}} and Pikachu's {{m|Quick Attack}} sends Team Rocket packing. Ash and his Pokémon celebrate as everyone else notices that Ash is back on track. Dawn decides to plan for next {{pkmn|Contest}} as Nurse Joy mentions that the [[Lilypad Town]] Contest is a short time away. Back at the Center, Joy gives them directions and offers them a meal before they plan to set off.


==Major events==
* {{an|Brock}} sees {{p|Uxie}}'s spirit at [[Lake Acuity]].
* {{an|Dawn}} learns that a Contest will be held in [[Lilypad Town]].
{{animeevents}}
===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
* {{p|Uxie}} (spirit)

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Nurse Joy]]
* [[Paul]] (flashback)
* [[Reggie]] (flashback)
* [[Olivier]] (flashback)

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Grotle}} ({{OP|Ash|Grotle}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Monferno}} ({{OP|Ash|Monferno}})
* {{p|Buizel}} ({{OP|Ash|Buizel}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Buneary}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buneary}})
* {{p|Pachirisu}} ({{OP|Dawn|Pachirisu}})
* {{p|Mamoswine}} ({{OP|Dawn|Mamoswine}})
* {{p|Sudowoodo}} ({{OP|Brock|Sudowoodo}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Happiny}} ({{OP|Brock|Happiny}})
* {{p|Seviper}} ({{OP|Jessie|Seviper}})
* {{p|Yanmega}} ({{OP|Jessie|Yanmega}})
* {{p|Carnivine}} ({{OP|James|Carnivine}})
* {{p|Torterra}} ({{OP|Paul|Torterra}}) (flashback)
* {{p|Electabuzz}} ({{OP|Paul|Electabuzz}}) (flashback)
* {{p|Weavile}} ([[Paul]]'s) (flashback)
* {{p|Honchkrow}} ({{OP|Paul|Honchkrow}}) (flashback)
* {{p|Ursaring}} ({{OP|Paul|Ursaring}}) (flashback)
* {{P|Chansey}} ({{OP|Nurse Joy|Chansey}})
* {{p|Blissey}} ([[Nurse Joy]]'s)
* {{p|Uxie}} (book and spirit; debut)
* {{p|Mesprit}} (book and flashback)
* {{p|Azelf}} (book and flashback)

==Trivia==
[[File:Dawn Piplup Clown.png|thumb|Piplup wearing a clown outfit]]
* [[Ash's Monferno]] is added to [[High Touch!|the opening sequence]]. Despite this, [[Dawn's Ambipom]] still has not been removed, and the ending has also not been updated.
* {{p|Darkrai}} and {{p|Giratina}} get replaced by new images of {{p|Palkia}} and {{p|Dialga}} respectively in their appearance before and after the preview of the next episode.
* This is the first time since ''[[EP129|Ignorance is Blissey]]'' that a Nurse Joy owns a Blissey. In fact, {{p|Happiny}} and its evolutionary stages are in this episode as well.
* All of the main characters' Pokémon appeared, except [[James's Mime Jr.]]
* Piplup wore the same clown outfit as Pikachu did in ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', only in a different color. The color scheme may have been based on Jessie and James's clown outfit from ''Jirachi: Wish Maker''.
* This episode marks the first time {{an|Brock}} orders his {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}} not to {{m|Poison Jab}} him before he does, due to his need to treat Ash's Pokémon alongside [[Nurse Joy]].
* All of the Pokémon Ash has on hand remained outside of their [[Poké Ball]]s for the entire episode, except for the last minute.
* [[Cartoon Network]] returns to displaying the show on its standard-definition feed in its original 16:9 aspect ratio, after showing the previous two episodes zoomed in to fill a 4:3 frame. However, they would reverse themselves again [[DP135|two episodes later]], not returning to the 16:9 aspect ratio until Cartoon Network stopped their cropping practices sometime during the week prior to ''[[DP149|Sticking With Who You Know!]]''.
* When Ash's Pokémon are each seen close-up just before the group attack, they appear in reverse order to which they were obtained by Ash: {{AP|Gliscor}}, {{AP|Buizel}}, {{AP|Monferno}}, {{AP|Grotle}}, {{AP|Staraptor}}, and {{AP|Pikachu}}.

===Errors===
[[File:DP133 error.png|thumb|Monferno's ears error]]
* {{AP|Monferno}}'s ears were the wrong color in one scene at the Pokémon Center; they were the color of a {{p|Chimchar}}'s ears.
* When {{TRT}} interrupted Dawn's circus, {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} was behind them, on stage. During Team Rocket's motto, Mamoswine was standing beside the stage, watching Team Rocket.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
{{Epilang|color=FFCCCC|bordercolor=9999FF
|zh_cmn={{tt|由克希之影！|Uxie's Shadow!}}
|cs={{tt|Netragická porážka|Non-tragic defeat}}
|da=Et uknusende nederlag!
|nl={{tt|Met Opgeheven Hoofd!|With Head held High!}}
|de={{tt|Nach dem Kampf ist vor dem Kampf!|After the battle is before the battle!}}
|fi={{tt|Tappiostakin toivutaan!|One can recover even from a defeat!}}
|it={{tt|Una sconfitta che non abbatte!|An uncrushing defeat!}}
|no=Absolutt nederlag!
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'''Evolving Strategies!''' (Japanese: '''フルバトル！シンジＶＳサトシ！！-後編-''' ''Full Battle! {{tt|Shinji|Paul}} VS {{tt|Satoshi|Ash}}!! -Part 2-'') is the 132nd episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 598th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on June 18, 2009 and in the United States on November 14, 2009.
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==Synopsis==
{{Ash}} and [[Paul]] are still in the middle of their [[Full Battle]], both sides down one [[Pokémon]]. [[Ash's Pikachu]] faces off against Paul's powerful {{TP|Paul|Magmortar}}. Ash warns Pikachu not to let its guard down. {{an|Dawn}}, who is on the sidelines with {{an|Brock}}, [[Reggie]] and her {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} (as well as [[Jessie]], [[James]] and {{MTR}} in disguise manning the scoreboard), looks up Magmortar in her [[Pokédex]]. Dawn wonders why Paul did not counter with a {{type|Ground}} Pokémon, but Brock suggests that it wouldn't have mattered because Ash could simply switch with {{AP|Buizel}} at any time. Reggie adds that Paul is not only thinking about type, and as the battle continues they would find out why Magmortar's up.

Ash orders Pikachu to use {{m|Quick Attack}}, which successfully connects and knocks Magmortar backwards, but Magmortar quickly recovers. Even worse, once Pikachu lands, he is immediately hurt by fire that surrounds his body. Dawn wonders how Pikachu was hurt when Magmortar did not do a thing, and Brock explains that Magmortar has the {{a|Flame Body}} [[Ability]], which has a chance of {{status|burning}} an opponent if it makes [[Physical move|physical contact]], as a result of Pikachu's Quick Attack. Paul smiles, and Ash asks Pikachu if he wants to continue, and Pikachu, desperate to help defeat Paul, agrees. Ash thanks Pikachu and commands a {{m|Thunderbolt}}, and Paul responds by ordering a {{m|Flamethrower}}. Magmortar fires Flamethrower from its massive bazooka-like arms and it connects with Thunderbolt, causing a massive explosion. Ash then has Pikachu use {{m|Volt Tackle}}, and Pikachu powers up and heads straight towards Magmortar. Paul commands Magmortar to use {{m|Rock Tomb}}, and Magmortar starts to fire purple energy which turns into rocks when they hit the ground. Pikachu, forced to run straight due to the Volt Tackle, smashes head-first into the rocks which causes Volt Tackle to fail and throws Pikachu back, where he continues to suffer from his burn. Paul then commands Magmortar to use {{m|Smog}} and Magmortar releasing a poisonous cloud which heads straight towards Pikachu. Ash commands Pikachu to use the [[Counter Shield]] technique which they developed for the [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}} against [[Fantina]], and Pikachu rolls on his back while releasing electricity, successfully countering the Smog, to which Paul is shocked and {{TRT}} amazed. Reggie is impressed by the move and Brock explains that Ash developed it as a means to both attack and defend at the same time. Pikachu is then hurt by his burn again. Reggie knows that this is bad and that the longer that Pikachu carries on the greater the disadvantage for him. Paul orders Magmortar to use Flamethrower. Ash tells Pikachu to jump and use {{m|Iron Tail}} from above. Pikachu jumps out of the Flamethrower's path and successfully strikes Magmortar across the head with Iron Tail, but Magmortar takes the hit and Pikachu takes more burn damage. Ash then recalls Pikachu for some rest after battling so hard.

Ash decides to use [[Damage modification|type-advantage]] against Magmortar and sends out Buizel who is ready to battle. Ash starts by ordering an {{m|Aqua Jet}} and Buizel speeds towards Magmortar and hits it directly on the chest, sending Magmortar reeling back, but despite the super-effective hit is still able to carry on. Ash then follows up with {{m|Water Pulse}} and Buizel sends a wave of water towards his opponent, however Paul orders another Rock Tomb, and Magmortar creates a shield of rocks which protects itself from the Water Pulse. However, Ash knows that it will stand no chance against a {{type|Water}}-type attack and orders Aqua Jet. Buizel smashes through the rocks, only to find Magmortar gone. Ash and Buizel don't know where Magmortar is, and Buizel looks up to see a now aerial Magmortar release another Smog, which hits Buizel and {{status|poison}}s the Pokémon, causing Buizel to reel in pain. Brock realizes that Rock Tomb was used to keep Buizel from seeing what Magmortar was up to. As Buizel tries to recover from his damage, Magmortar lands and Paul recalls it.

Paul then sends out {{TP|Paul|Ursaring}} and Ash orders {{m|Water Gun}}. Paul is prepared for this and orders a {{m|Hammer Arm}}, which successfully counters the attack making Ash wondering how it managed to counter Water Gun. Paul then orders {{m|Bulk Up}} which increases Ursaring's strength and defense. Ash knows what Bulk Up does, but foolishly believes Buizel can handle it and has him use Aqua Jet while Paul orders Ursaring to use {{m|Slash}}. Ursaring, after resisting Aqua Jet, hits Buizel with its sharp claws, sending Buizel to the ground. Ursaring uses {{m|Focus Blast}}, and Ash responds by having Buizel use an Aqua Jet Counter Shield which creates a typhoon of water upon which Focus Blast backfires onto Ursaring. Ash asks Paul if he likes the taste of the Counter Shield and that Pikachu isn't the only one who can use it, to which Paul says nothing. Ash then orders a {{m|SonicBoom}}, and Paul tells Ursaring to use Hammer Arm. Ursaring runs through the SonicBoom and lands a direct hit on Buizel, smashing him to the ground. At this point, Ash is ready to recall Buizel, but Buizel wants to stay in the battle so Ash allows him to stay. This turns out to be a mistake, because when Buizel is ordered to use Aqua Jet, the attack is countered by a dead on Focus Blast which [[fainting|takes Buizel out]] of the battle. Dawn feels very sorry for Buizel, but Reggie says that Buizel was eliminated because of Ash's poor judgment. Again, Brock agrees, saying that Ash should have recalled Buizel before the Focus Blast like he had been planning to.

Ash then sends out {{AP|Staraptor}}, launching {{m|Aerial Ace}}. Paul orders another Hammer Arm, but Staraptor dodges it and scores a clean hit with Aerial Ace. Paul orders Focus Blast, which hits Staraptor in mid-air, but not critically damaging it. Ash orders Staraptor to use {{m|Close Combat}}, but Ursaring's Slash attack stops Staraptor before it can get close enough to attack. Ursaring then {{m|Hammer Arm}}s Staraptor into the ground, taking it out of the match. Ash returns it to its [[Poké Ball]] and thanks it for a good battle. Paul recalls Ursaring and sends out {{TP|Paul|Electabuzz}}, and Ash sends out {{p|Chimchar}} for its first appearance in the battle. Team Rocket are excited to see Chimchar battle, and Chimchar shows a mean look at Paul.

Chimchar uses {{m|Flamethrower}}, but Electabuzz uses {{m|Protect}} to block. Paul has Electabuzz put up a {{m|Light Screen}} before immediately returning it to its Poké Ball. While Jessie, James and Meowth complain about the constant switching of Pokémon, meaning more work for them, Brock is surprised at how Paul got Electabuzz to use Protect and then Light Screen. Reggie believes that Paul used Protect to cover Electabuzz then Light Screen to cover his next Pokémon. Paul sends out {{TP|Paul|Torterra}}, which confuses Ash as Torterra, being a partial {{type|Grass}}, has a disadvantage to Chimchar, but he carries on.

Ash orders Chimchar to use {{m|Flame Wheel}}, but Torterra counters with {{m|Stone Edge}}. Ash has Chimchar immediately dodge the Stone Edge by changing the direction of the Flame Wheel, but it is revealed that Paul has trained Torterra to change the direction of the stones, allowing them to follow Chimchar, amazing Brock and Dawn. Chimchar cannot outrun the stones and therefore suffers a hit. Ash has Chimchar use Flamethrower which hits successfully, but the Light Screen protects Torterra and Flamethrower only does half the damage. Brock knows it is getting really hard for Ash and Reggie adds that Chimchar is in a difficult position. If it uses attacks from far away they won't cause much damage due to the Light Screen while if Chimchar goes in close it risks taking a hit from Stone Edge. Realizing that Chimchar won't be able to defeat Torterra like this, Ash recalls it, making Jessie complain loudly about the extra work that Ash was giving them by switching Pokémon.

Ash sends out {{AP|Gliscor}} against Torterra again and orders {{m|X-Scissor}}. However, this time, Paul isn't messing around with Gliscor and has Torterra use {{m|Frenzy Plant}} which this time is able to score a direct hit and knocks out Gliscor immediately. Ash returns Gliscor to its Poké Ball, and begins to consider his remaining options. He knows that Torterra was Paul's [[Starter Pokémon|first Pokémon]] and as a result is the strongest member of [[Party|his team]]. Suddenly Pikachu requests to go up against Torterra, but Ash is hesitant and reminds Pikachu of the type-disadvantage. Pikachu insists on going in and Ash agrees, planning to use speed and Iron Tail to gain the advantage, only for Paul to immediately return Torterra.

Paul sends out Ursaring again, leaving Ash unsure of what to do, as he knows that Ursaring is very powerful, having taken out two of {{cat|Ash's Pokémon|his Pokémon}}. Pikachu reminds Ash that he has the first move, and Ash orders Quick Attack, while Paul orders yet another Hammer Arm. Pikachu hits with Quick Attack, but Ursaring's Hammer Arm knocks the wind out of Pikachu and sends him flying back. Pikachu recovers and Ash orders Pikachu to use Iron Tail. Paul orders Ursaring to counter, but Ursaring suffers from {{status|paralysis}} from Pikachu's {{a|Static}}, and Iron Tail scores a clean hit, although Pikachu still suffers damage from the burn it received from Magmortar earlier. Just then, Ursaring's eyes begin to glow red, pleasing Paul. Reggie notes that Ursaring's {{a|Guts}} Ability has been activated by its paralysis. Pikachu looks up to see Ursaring glowing red and screaming with rage, having suddenly just gained a ''lot'' of power. Paul commands Hammer Arm, while Ash orders Pikachu to counter, and Pikachu responds with a massive Thunderbolt, but it does not stop Ursaring. Ash wonders where the power is coming from, and Dawn points out that Ursaring hasn't even used Bulk up. Pikachu is Hammer Armed, and heaved into [[Lake Acuity]], where after disappearing under the water, it lets out a final burst of electricity. Ash runs into the lake looking for his partner, while Reggie explains that Guts works by using the fact that Ursaring was suffering from a status condition to raise its attack power. Dawn and Piplup are very worried about Pikachu, and even Paul casts a glance towards the lake where Ash is looking. Pikachu emerges from the water, seemingly okay, but he quickly faints in Ash's arms, not only exhausted but injured from Ursaring's attacks. Team Rocket are shocked that not even Pikachu could manage to take down any of Paul's Pokémon. Ash carries Pikachu to the sidelines and promises to get it to a [[Pokémon Center]] after the battle. Ash knows that Paul still has five Pokémon while Ash is down to only Chimchar, but he also knows that all of Paul's Pokémon have taken damage and he is still determined to continue, which concerns Pikachu.

Ash sends out Chimchar while Paul leaves Ursaring in. Chimchar uses Flame Wheel, but Ursaring knocks it back with Slash. Ash then tells Chimchar to use Flamethrower, which scores a direct hit, and Ash then has Chimchar use {{m|Dig}}. Paul commands Ursaring to use Hammer Arm on the ground [[DP081|like before]], but this time Chimchar emerges from the ground before Ursaring can pull off the attack and causes even more damage to it. Chimchar is then commanded to use another Flamethrower, which hits Ursaring dead-on finally bringing it down. Ash congratulates Chimchar on doing a great job which makes the Chimp Pokémon dance with joy. Jessie, James and Meowth cry with joy at seeing Chimchar do so well.

Ash approaches Chimchar and praises his Pokémon before asking if it is okay to continue. Chimchar nods its head in agreement and then starts to glow... as Chimchar has started to evolve! Everyone watches in amazement as Chimchar undergoes the transformation and evolves into {{AP|Monferno}}. Ash is overjoyed over having a new Pokémon, and Dawn looks up Monferno in the Pokédex. Reggie notes that while Chimchar didn't fit Paul's training style, it was a perfect match for Ash's, and this has been displayed in Chimchar rising to Ash's call and evolving into Monferno, and as a result now has new abilities and techniques at its disposal. Monferno demonstrates this by swinging its fists quickly and effortlessly which causes them to glow. Monferno then swings at the ground which sends a gust of wind at Paul, who stands unflinching. Ash realizes that, as well as evolving, Monferno has also learned {{m|Mach Punch}}, which Monferno confirms by somersaulting on the spot. Reggie continues that Ash and Monferno are the perfect example of how compatibility between Trainer and Pokémon can mean everything. Also as they both have pride on the line all this will have a massive effect in the long run... this is why Reggie asked for the Full Battle; to give both Ash and Paul the chance to grow stronger as well as their Pokémon.

Paul sends out Electabuzz, who is initially surprised to see Chimchar has evolved but is still more than ready to battle its former teammate, a sentiment Monferno agrees with. Reggie notes the two are now on equal terms, and Ash commands Monferno to use Mach Punch. Monferno speeds towards Electabuzz and chokes it square on the chest, sending an astounded Electabuzz flying back and smashing into a rock. Paul orders Electabuzz to use {{m|Thunder}}, which hits Monferno and makes it scream in pain. Ash responds to this by having Monferno use Flame Wheel, however Paul has Electabuzz use Protect, sending Monferno flying back. Monferno tries Flamethrower, but Electabuzz dodges and executes {{m|ThunderPunch}}. Monferno dodges it in mid-air, and Ash tells it to use Dig. Monferno tunnels underground, and when Electabuzz lands it suffers a direct strike as Monferno emerges. Ash commands another Flame Wheel, and Electabuzz responds with Thunder which heads straight towards Monferno. Ash has Monferno use Counter Shield, and as a result, the Thunder is deflected allowing Flame Wheel to score a direct hit. Reggie is impressed by how Ash is using the momentum to turn the battle around. Ash orders another Mach Punch, but this time Monferno was hit by Electabuzz's Thunder, sending it back towards Ash and forcing it to its knees from both the damage and paralysis. Ash senses something bad and tells Monferno to use Flamethrower, but as he sees Monferno can't launch the attack, he then realizes that Monferno had been paralyzed. Just then, Monferno's tail flame starts to burn more fiercely. Dawn asks if Monferno has activated {{a|Blaze}}, however Reggie explains that the increase in Monferno's flame isn't Blaze, but is actually due to its determination not to be beaten manifesting in its ways. Ash is delighted that Monferno is not giving up no matter what and tells it to use Mach Punch while Paul commands his Electabuzz to use ThunderPunch. The two Pokémon head towards each other full of fury, and both attacks connect at the same time, which causes a massive explosion in the middle of the battlefield. When the smoke clears, Monferno and Electabuzz continue to stare each other down. While Electabuzz is very weak, Monferno has taken far more damage and collapses to the ground, badly injured, to Ash's horror. [[Olivier]] rules Monferno as being unable to battle, which means Paul has won the match while Ash, having only managed to knock out two of Paul's Pokémon, has suffered his worst defeat ever.

The sun starts to set on Lake Acuity, as Paul returns Electabuzz to its Poké Ball and Ash cradles Monferno in his arms, telling it that it did a great job. Reggie congratulates Paul on his win, and Paul actually smiles, acknowledging that it was indeed a spectacular battle. Paul promises to send Reggie his Pokémon and bids farewell to him and Olivier before leaving. As for Ash, he is left devastated by this total defeat, almost crying, knowing he was completely outclassed by his [[rival]]. And so, the episode ends with Ash holding his badly injured Monferno, with his future in the [[Sinnoh League]] and as a [[Pokémon Trainer]] left in serious doubt.

==Major events==

* {{Ash}}'s {{p|Chimchar}} evolves into a {{AP|Monferno}} and learns {{m|Mach Punch}}.
* [[Paul]] wins the [[Full Battle]].
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===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
* [[Ash's Monferno]]

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Paul]]
* [[Reggie]]
* [[Olivier]]

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Chimchar}} ({{OP|Ash|Monferno}}; evolves)
* {{p|Monferno}} ({{OP|Ash|Monferno}}; newly evolved)
* {{p|Buizel}} ({{OP|Ash|Buizel}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Torterra}} ({{OP|Paul|Torterra}})
* {{p|Electabuzz}} ({{OP|Paul|Electabuzz}})
* {{p|Ursaring}} ({{OP|Paul|Ursaring}})
* {{p|Magmortar}} ({{OP|Paul|Magmortar}})

==Trivia==
* This is the 600th episode of the main {{pkmn|anime}} if ''[[Holiday Hi-Jynx]]'' and ''[[Snow Way Out!]]'' are counted.
* All three of the Pokémon {{Ash}} used in his battle against [[Fantina]] in ''[[DP102|Shield with a Twist!]]'' used [[Counter Shield]] in this episode.
* This episode uses Hoenn's {{ho|Victory Road}} music as background music.
* The preview for the next episode is narrated by {{an|Dawn}}.
* This is the first episode where {{Ash}} loses a [[Full Battle]] and his opponent has more than one Pokémon remaining on their team - in this case, [[Paul]] had four Pokémon remaining at the end of the battle.
* This is the first time Ash had two evolved forms of starter Pokémon from the same region in the same stage of evolution on hand. They would both reach their final forms later on.
** In fact, it also became the first time he ever had two starters from the same region evolve, as every other time only one starter evolved to a higher level than its base form. The same thing will happen [[DP182|50 episodes later]] with his Johto region starters.
[[File:DP132 error.png|thumb|200px|Monferno's blue eyes]]
* This is the third time that one of Ash's Pokémon has evolved against Paul, with Chimchar evolving into Monferno. The first two were {{p|Turtwig}} evolving into Grotle, and {{p|Staravia}} evolving into Staraptor.
* Team Rocket doesn't blast off or recite their {{motto}} in this episode.

===Errors===
* For a split second after Chimchar evolved into Monferno, its eyes were blue then went back to black.

===Dub edits===
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'''Pedal to the Mettle!''' (Japanese: '''フルバトル！シンジＶＳサトシ！！-前編-''' ''Full Battle! {{tt|Shinji|Paul}} VS {{tt|Satoshi|Ash}}!! -Part 1-'') is the 131st episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 597th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on June 11, 2009 and in the United States on November 7, 2009.

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==Synopsis==
It's a beautiful day at [[Lake Acuity]] and {{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}} and {{an|Brock}}, fresh from their adventures in the [[DP129|Snowpoint Temple]] and aboard the [[DP130|Ampharos Train]], have finally arrived for Ash's [[Full Battle]] against Paul that [[Reggie]] suggested they have [[DP128|ten days earlier]]. As Ash looks out at the gorgeous view, Dawn recalls the legend the gang heard about during the [[Wallace Cup]] that says the [[legendary Pokémon]] {{p|Uxie}} lives in Lake Acuity. Ash likes the thought of Uxie watching his battle with Paul, and the gang head for the nearby Pokémon Center where they are due to meet Paul and Reggie.

Ash hands in all of his Pokémon to be checked over by [[Nurse Joy]] and Brock begins to flirt with Nurse Joy until he's taken down by not just {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}}'s {{m|Poison Jab}}, but also with {{TP|Nurse Joy|Chansey}}'s {{m|Pound}}. Nurse Joy apologizes for her overprotective Pokémon as Croagunk drags Brock away. Ash learns that Paul has already arrived, and quickly heads out for the Center's battlefield.

Outside, the battlefield isn't in a usable condition as it's mostly a pile of rubble and working construction is none other than {{TRT}}. They recite an alternate version of their motto, which is centered around their new jobs. Suddenly Ash arrives and he nearly sees through their disguises after they call him '[[twerp]]'. It turns out the battlefield is out of commission for a few days due to overuse. Ash begins to worry as he doesn't know where to meet Paul until a [[Battle judge|referee]] named [[Olivier]] arrives, having being asked by Reggie to officiate the Full Battle. He tells Ash that as the regular battlefield can't be used, Reggie has selected another location.

On a clearing beside Lake Acuity, Paul is practicing with {{TP|Paul|Electabuzz}} under Reggie's watchful eye. Reggie notes how well Paul has polished his Pokémon's moves since [[DP128|the battle against]] {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}}, prompting Paul to ask Reggie why exactly he suggested the Full Battle in the first place. Reggie explains that the battle against Brandon had a major effect on Paul, making him realize it was the perfect time for a Full Battle between him and Ash.

At the Pokémon Center Ash picks up {{AP|Pikachu}}, {{AP|Staraptor}}, {{AP|Grotle}}, {{AP|Chimchar}}, {{AP|Buizel}} and {{AP|Gliscor}} who are all ready and willing to battle Paul, Chimchar especially so. Brock reflects on [[Cynthia]]'s words [[DP097|back in]] [[Celestic Town]], when she told Chimchar it had a bigger and better destiny. Brock knows that Chimchar is at the very center of Ash and Paul's rivalry, and that Chimchar will be instrumental in what happens between them. And so, with everyone ready to go, Ash goes out to meet Paul and Reggie.

At the lake front, Reggie thanks Ash for coming and explains that part of the reason that he asked for the battle is how alike Ash and Paul are. Both are intent in growing strong alongside their Pokémon, only their training methods differ. He tells Ash that a Full Battle between them is inevitable, and it's a good time for them both to compare each other's strengths and weaknesses. Just then Olivier arrives in a balloon with a portable scoreboard. Helping him man the scoreboard and make the necessary changes as the match progresses are Team Rocket, once again wearing disguises.

Olivier officially states the rules; the battle will be a Full Battle, six-on-six with substitutions freely allowed on both sides. Coin Toss is used to decide who gets to pick their Pokémon first, and Ash wins. He sends out Buizel first, and Paul sends out his {{TP|Paul|Torterra}}. The referee begins the match, only for Ash to instantly recall Buizel, similar to how Paul recalled his first Pokémon during the match against Brandon when he didn't like the type-matchup. Ash apologizes to Buizel and promises he'll call on it soon, and sends out Gliscor to replace him. Ash reminds Paul that he [[DP081|encountered Gliscor before]] when it was still a {{p|Gligar}} but Paul remains silent, choosing not to engage in conversation with his rival.

The battle then begins properly as Ash orders Gliscor to use {{m|Sand-Attack}}, and Gliscor sends a lot of sand towards Torterra, clouding its vision. Reggie commends Ash on the smart move, as Brock notes that Ash has seen Torterra in battle before and therefore knows many of its strengths. Paul orders {{m|Giga Drain}}. However, the energy-sapping tentacles plunge into the ground, missing a now flying Gliscor completely. Brock and Reggie agree that Paul probably intended Giga Drain to miss to try to lull Ash into a false sense of security and let down his guard. Ash then has Gliscor use {{m|X-Scissor}} on Torterra and it scores a direct hit. Being a {{type|Bug}} move, it causes a fair bit of damage against Torterra, but not enough to cause it to faint.

Paul then starts to battle directly and orders {{m|Frenzy Plant}}, the most powerful {{type|Grass}} move as well as a risky one. Luckily, Gliscor is fast enough to avoid the vines, and Torterra is left immobilized while it recharges. Ash knows he has an opening and has Gliscor use {{m|Fire Fang}} which hits Torterra, and Ash has Gliscor follow this up with another X-Scissor. Ash decides to go in for one more hit and has Gliscor use {{m|Steel Wing}}, but as Gliscor heads towards Torterra it recovers from Frenzy Plant and Paul has it use {{m|Crunch}}. Although Steel Wing hits, Torterra bites on to Gliscor's tail, and Gliscor struggles, but is unable to break free. Paul then has Torterra use Giga Drain, and this time it hits dead-on, sapping Gliscor's energy while recharging its own. Reggie and Brock realized this was part of Paul's strategy, to allow Torterra to be immobilized so Ash would go in close-range. Gliscor is still struggling to break free from Giga Drain and Ash has Gliscor use Fire Fang on the energy tentacles, which hurts Torterra and sets Gliscor free. Both Gliscor and Torterra are left exhausted, and Ash decides to recall Gliscor for some rest. Dawn is very nervous just watching the match, and Ash notes that despite its fatigue Paul has chosen not to recall Torterra and sends out Staraptor to battle next. Reggie realizes that Staraptor is the {{p|Staravia}} [[DP066|he battled]] back when Ash was in [[Veilstone City]], and Dawn tells him that Staraptor defeated {{TP|Paul|Honchkrow}} in a [[PokéRinger]] competition [[DP118|not too long ago]], which impresses Reggie.

Ash has Staraptor begin with {{m|Brave Bird}}, and Staraptor moves in for the hit. However, Paul has Torterra use {{m|Stone Edge}}. The pointed stones score a [[super effective]] hit and Staraptor is sent plummeting to the ground. Now everyone is aware that Paul left Torterra in because he knew Ash would switch to Staraptor, and now that it has done its job Paul recalls Torterra to its [[Poké Ball]]. Reggie asks Brock and Dawn if Ash came up with any kind of strategy against Paul or if he switched any of the Pokémon in his [[party]]. Dawn tells Reggie that Ash planned on using his usual six from the start while Brock tells Reggie that with the exception of Pikachu, Ash's Pokémon were all acquired by him since he came to [[Sinnoh]]. Reggie tells Brock that as Paul has battled Ash before and knows what Pokémon he has, and based his team on that information.

Paul's second Pokémon is [[Paul#On hand|Weavile]], and after making sure Staraptor is OK to battle Ash tells him to begin with {{m|Quick Attack}}. Staraptor gets the hit in, and Paul then has Weavile use {{m|Swords Dance}}. Dawn asks what Swords Dance does, and Reggie explains that it increases Attack power, making Weavile far stronger than normal. Ash calls for an {{m|Aerial Ace}}, and Paul counters this by ordering {{m|Blizzard}}. The {{type|Ice}} move hits Staraptor hard, and Paul then has Weavile use {{m|Metal Claw}}. Staraptor flies low and Weavile jumps onto his back, shocking everyone. Weavile then slashes Staraptor's back and jumps off as the Predator Pokémon crashes to the ground. Paul orders Weavile to go after Staraptor with another Metal Claw, and Ash has Staraptor use {{m|Close Combat}}. Staraptor and Weavile trade blows, but Staraptor is able to gain the advantage and sends Weavile flying, having suffered a lot of damage from the {{type|Fighting}} move. Staraptor maintains the assault, and Paul orders a Blizzard while Ash calls for Brave Bird. Staraptor flies out of range of the Blizzard and scores a direct hit with Brave Bird. Although Staraptor suffers from the [[recoil]], Weavile comes out of it far worse off and after despite its efforts collapses to the ground [[fainting|unable to battle]]. Olivier rules Weavile as out of the battle and Ash, now with the advantage, commends a battered Staraptor on a fantastic performance but knows better than to get too confident over this win. Ash also knows that Staraptor took a real beating and recalls it for some rest.

Paul sends out Electabuzz next while Ash sends out Grotle. As {{type|Electric}} moves don't work very well against Grass types, Ash doesn't know what Paul is thinking and has Grotle use {{m|Energy Ball}}. Paul has Electabuzz use {{m|Light Screen}} and Electabuzz sets up a barrier which the Energy Ball smashes against, instead of getting a direct hit. Brock explains to Dawn that a Light Screen helps to defend against [[Special move|special attacks]] like Energy Ball, cutting down their power by half. Now the Light Screen is set up, Paul substitutes Electabuzz with {{TP|Paul|Honchkrow}}, a much better type-matchup against Grotle. Brock tells Reggie that Grotle [[DP100|battled against]] Honchkrow before, and it was that battle that caused {{p|Turtwig}} to [[Evolution|evolve]]. Grotle is determined to defeat Honchkrow to make up for the defeat it suffered after evolving, and Ash decides to leave it in, determined to show Paul and Honchkrow how much Grotle has improved since then. Everyone else knows this is a huge mistake on Ash's part due to the disadvantage as a Grass-type, especially Paul.

{{m|Night Slash}} is used by Honchkrow after a missed Razor Leaf, and although Grotle tries to stand up to it the hit is still powerful. Ash orders Grotle to use Energy Ball, however Honchkrow is shielded by the Light Screen making him and Dawn realizes that Light Screen can be passed on to other Pokémon. With the type-advantage and the Light Screen, Brock tells Dawn that Paul is trying to overwhelm Ash as Honchkrow is told to use {{m|Haze}} which surrounds Grotle. Normally when Paul battles, it's to polish up his Pokémon's moves or to increase their power but he has a different motive during this battle. Paul is going for the win. Reggie explains that Paul has worked out Ash's battle style which is allowing him to keep the pressure on Ash. When Grotle gets Night Slashed again, Ash sees that it is exhausted by now, so he has it use {{m|Synthesis}}. As Grotle regains its energy, Paul takes advantage of the moment and tells Honchkrow to use {{m|Sky Attack}}. Honchkrow begins glowing and makes a direct line for Grotle. Ash has Grotle use {{m|Rock Climb}} to try to counter, and the attacks collide, obscuring both Pokémon, however Honchkrow flies clear while Grotle has been knocked out. Olivier rules Grotle as being unable to battle, and Ash recalls it as Paul recalls Honchkrow. Reggie, noting on Ash's poor judgment, points out that using Synthesis as healing moves have the disadvantage of leaving a Pokémon open to attack and a Trainer should make note of the opponent's condition before using one or be an easy target. Brock concurs, knowing that Ash wanted to have Grotle defeat Honchkrow so bad, it clouded his judgment.

Both Trainers must select new Pokémon, and Pikachu lets Ash know he's ready to go up next. Ash can see his partner is determined to help defeat Paul and sends him into the battle. Paul sends in a Pokémon that surprises everyone, {{TP|Paul|Magmortar}}, evolved from his {{p|Magmar}}. With one of his Pokémon down, and feeling the pressure piling on, Ash prepares to take on Magmortar.

==Major events==

* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} reach [[Lake Acuity]].
* Ash and [[Paul]] begin their [[Full Battle]].
* Paul's {{p|Magmar}} is revealed to have evolved into a {{TP|Paul|Magmortar}}.
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===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
=====TV episode debuts=====
* {{p|Magmortar}} ({{OP|Paul|Magmortar}})

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Paul]]
* [[Nurse Joy]]
* [[Reggie]]
* [[Olivier]]
* [[Cynthia]] (flashback)

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Grotle}} ({{OP|Ash|Grotle}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Chimchar}} ({{OP|Ash|Chimchar}})
* {{p|Buizel}} ({{OP|Ash|Buizel}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Torterra}} ({{OP|Paul|Torterra}})
* {{p|Electabuzz}} ({{OP|Paul|Electabuzz}})
* {{p|Weavile}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Honchkrow}} ({{OP|Paul|Honchkrow}})
* {{p|Magmortar}} ({{OP|Paul|Magmortar}})
* {{p|Chansey}} ({{OP|Nurse Joy|Chansey}})

==Trivia==
* Music from ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]'' and ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' is used as background music.
* This is the first time Pikachu was chosen to battle Paul since ''[[DP003|When Pokémon Worlds Collide!]]
* The [[:a:File:Rock disguise DP131.png|disguises]] used by Jessie, James and Meowth in this episode are the same that were used in ''[[EP048|Holy Matrimony!]]'', which first aired in Japan exactly eleven years before the debut Japanese airing of this episode.
* This is the first episode in which [[Paul#On hand|Paul's Weavile]] is seen using a move which is not an {{type|Ice}}.
* When {{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}}, and {{an|Brock}} arrive at [[Lake Acuity]], there is no snow by the lake despite it being surrounded by snow in the games and in {{an|May}} and [[Zoey]]'s [[:a:File:Acuity lakeview.jpg|flashback]] in ''[[DP078|Pruning a Passel of Pals!]]''.
* The dub's title is based on the saying "Pedal to the metal" and the word "mettle", meaning 'spirit' or 'quality of temperament'.
* Cartoon Network's standard-definition feed starts to become inconsistent in how the anime is aired, switching between 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios before consistently being shown in 4:3 [[DP135|four episodes later]] for 14 weeks; Cartoon Network later stopped their cropping practices during the week prior to the initial dub airing of ''[[DP149|Sticking With Who You Know!]]'', allowing the 16:9 letterbox presentation. Due to the opening credits now being formatted with the 16:9 aspect ratio in mind, the names in the opening credits are now cut off when Cartoon Network chooses to show the show in 4:3 in standard definition.
** However, if one watched the episode on [[Cartoon Network]]'s high-definition feed or on [[Cartoon Network Video]], the episode always airs in a 16:9 aspect ratio.
** Also, from this episode until ''[[DP137|Three Sides to Every Story!]]'', if one watched an episode on Cartoon Network's high-definition feed, the first part of the episode (until the episode's title card appeared) would be shown in a 3:2 aspect ratio.
* Team Rocket uses a {{DL|Team Rocket mottos|Pedal to the Mettle! motto|variation}} of their motto in this episode.
** They also don't blast off in this episode.
* This is the first time when Paul's {{p|Electabuzz}} uses a new move since its debut in ''[[DP003|When Pokémon Worlds Collide!]]''

===Errors===
[[File:DP131 error.png|thumb|200px|right|The scoreboard error displaying the incorrect Pokémon]]
* When {{TP|Paul|Honchkrow}} hits Ash's {{AP|Grotle}}, the scoreboard does not show Honchkrow at all, and shows Electabuzz being sent out. Seconds later, when the scoreboard is being updated with Grotle's KO, Honchkrow is seen.
* Brock mentions that Ash has battled [[Paul's Torterra]] several times before, though this is untrue. In the many times Ash has faced Paul, Paul has never used Torterra against him.
** Ash has, however, battled against ''a'' Torterra before, in ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]],'' though it was [[Maury]]'s, not Paul's.
* When Ash arrives at the Pokémon Center, Nurse Joy tells him she is looking after Paul's Pokémon. However, when Paul is seen, without him having had any chance to collect his Pokémon, Paul has his team already.
* Ash says that Water-type moves will not work very much on Torterra. However, Torterra is half-Ground type, meaning it would take normal damage.
* When Paul sends out his Magmortar, the screenshot shows that it stands a few feet away from Pikachu. However, when the camera switches to the battle from a distance, (just as the episode is about to end) the space between the two Pokémon has widened so that Dawn, Brock, Reggie, Team Rocket and the Referee can be seen in the middle of the battle.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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'''Frozen on Their Tracks!''' (Japanese: '''デンリュウ列車！ハンサム登場！！''' ''{{tt|Denryu|Ampharos}} Train! Enter {{tt|Handsome|Looker}}!!'') is the 130th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 596th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on June 4, 2009 and in the United States on October 31, 2009.
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==Synopsis==
Having left [[Snowpoint City]] behind, {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} are now aboard a train leading to [[Lake Acuity]], where Ash is due to have his full battle against [[Paul]]. Ash is naturally determined to win when he and the others meet an absent-minded man called [[Looker]] who is also on the train, and is almost knocked over when Ash shouted his determination and drops the lunchboxes he is carrying which {{an|Brock}}, Ash and {{an|Dawn}} are all able to catch. Ash apologizes and asks Looker if he's ok, to which the muddle-minded gentleman replies in the positive. Brock asks him if the boxed lunch was the train station's best food, and Looker gives Ash, Dawn and Brock one as a gift as he had accidentally ordered too many from the seller. The gang introduced themselves to Looker, and Looker introduced himself. {{TRT}}, in disguise, also receive the box lunch from Looker. But Looker still had lots of food, so he decided to give it to the driver, his assistant and the driver's Pokémon. Brock told Ash that the Pokémon should be an {{type|electric}} Pokémon.

As the train traveled on to Lake Acuity, the driver tells his Pokémon, an {{p|Ampharos}}, to use {{m|Thunderbolt}}. The driver's assistant tells the gang that the train is powered by Ampharos's electric attacks, leaving the group impressed by the cooperation between Ampharos and the driver. Looker gives the box lunch to the train crew when suddenly the driver stops the train as the signal ahead is set at red for danger.

The driver decides to check what's happening, however when he makes a call he is informed there is nothing wrong with the line ahead despite the signal that says otherwise. As there may be a problem with the line that hasn't been relayed to the operators the assistant and Looker decide to go outside and check while the driver goes to inform the passengers of the situation. Meanwhile the gang decide this is the perfect time to eat their lunches, and as the train is delayed they decide to eat it outside and let their Pokémon out of their [[Poké Ball]]s for a while. Team Rocket decide to take advantage of the opportunity and make an attempt to steal all the Pokémon. As they were about to leave their seat, the driver told them not to worry while they can watch the scenery. In a bad mood, Jessie almost tells the driver about their intentions however luckily Meowth covers her big mouth in time.

Outside, Looker discovers that the track that has supposedly hasn't been used for a long time doesn't have one speck of dust on it, implying it's getting used on a regular basis despite being closed down. The assistant replies that it could be a prank, however the junction points on to the 'disused' line have also been changed. Looker realizes that the points were changed intentionally, and the assistant tells Looker to go back to the train while he would go and investigate the junction. However, rather that head back to the train Looker heads down the mysterious line.

Ash decides it's the perfect time for him and his Pokémon to get some quick training done before the battle against Paul. Then suddenly a strong wind appears... however it's not a wind but Team Rocket with a new suction machine attached to their balloon that sucks up everyone's Pokémon (besides {{AP|Grotle}} and {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}}). The gang demand their Pokémon back, but naturally Jessie refuses. Team Rocket prepare to make their getaway when the driver notices what is happening and has Ampharos use {{m|Signal Beam}} on the balloon. This allows most of the Pokémon to escape but {{AP|Pikachu}}, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} and {{TP|Brock|Happiny}} get caught in a net. Ampharos jumps up to the net while the driver commands Ampharos to destroy the remote control. However it doesn't work and all Ampharos manages to do is burst a hole in the balloon sending it flying away, together with Team Rocket and the four Pokémon.

At the end of the disused line, Looker finds a warehouse and heads inside. Meanwhile Ampharos is able to use {{m|ThunderPunch}} on the net, freeing the three Pokémon while Team Rocket and the balloon fall to the ground knocking them out. Ash has {{AP|Staraptor}} look for the missing Pokémon while Pikachu and the rest came to a junction. Piplup naturally takes the leads and walks the front road with Happiny, but they quickly come running back chased by an angry flock of {{p|Fearow}}. Pikachu uses Thunderbolt and Ampharos uses Signal Beam however the Fearow are able to dodge it, sending Pikachu and Ampharos on the run as well. Soon all four come to a cliff and have no choice but to jump down, luckily this is enough to lose the Fearow. Meanwhile the assistant receives a call from the driver, learning that the Pokémon had been stolen by Team Rocket.

Continuing the search for their Trainers, the Pokémon find a big boulder blocking the way. Pikachu and Ampharos are unable move to it, making Piplup laugh at them... however Piplup is quick to stop laughing when his {{m|BubbleBeam}} and {{m|Whirlpool}} still can't make it budge. Naturally it comes down to Happiny and her strength to move it. After grabbing the boulder, the Playhouse Pokémon tosses it up to the sky and then throws it in the river.

Inside the mysterious warehouse, Looker finds that the disused track leads directly to Lake Acuity. Taking out his detective's goggles, he finds footprints on the floor and then a piece of paper.

Pikachu and the others continue their journey, however Team Rocket are down but not out as the Pokémon fell into another of their traps and end up all caught in a bag. Luckily, Ash and the others are nearby and Ash had Staraptor free the Pokémon with {{m|Aerial Ace}}. Team Rocket then decide to battle the Trainers to try to reclaim the Pokémon, sending out {{TP|James|Carnivine}} (which shows James how much it loves him by causing him pain as usual) and {{TP|Jessie|Seviper}}. Things look like they're going badly, however {{TP|Brock|Sudowoodo}} manages to save the day when it uses a new attack, {{m|Hammer Arm}}. Then Pikachu finishes with {{m|Volt Tackle}}, ending Team Rocket's train ride and sending them blasting off.

At sunset, the assistant, Looker and the gang return to the train ready to get moving again. Looker explains his long absence, telling everyone he took the time to look at the scenery. With the signal and junction set correct and Ampharos ready to get things moving again the train can finally finish its trip to Lake Acuity. Looker wishes Ash good luck for his battle against Paul, and Ash thanks him excitedly preparing for the battle against his rival.

Later, at the back of the train's carriage, Looker calls his superiors. He explains that the organization that stopped the train are moving something to Lake Acuity and he will continue his investigation. He then takes out and looks at the piece of paper that he found in the warehouse which carries the logo of the group that stopped the train and is planning something at Lake Acuity... [[Team Galactic]]!

==Major events==
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} meet [[Looker]].
* {{an|Brock}}'s {{TP|Brock|Sudowoodo}} learns {{m|Hammer Arm}}.
* Looker is revealed to be investigating [[Team Galactic]].
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===Debuts===
====Humans====
* [[Looker]]
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Looker]]
* [[Ampharos Train crew]]

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Mime Jr.}} ({{OP|James|Mime Jr.}})
* {{p|Grotle}} ({{OP|Ash|Grotle}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Chimchar}} ({{OP|Ash|Chimchar}})
* {{p|Buizel}} ({{OP|Ash|Buizel}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Buneary}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buneary}})
* {{p|Pachirisu}} ({{OP|Dawn|Pachirisu}})
* {{p|Mamoswine}} ({{OP|Dawn|Mamoswine}})
* {{p|Sudowoodo}} ({{OP|Brock|Sudowoodo}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Happiny}} ({{OP|Brock|Happiny}})
* {{p|Seviper}} ({{OP|Jessie|Seviper}})
* {{p|Carnivine}} ({{OP|James|Carnivine}})
* {{p|Ampharos}} ([[Ampharos Train crew]]'s)
* {{p|Fearow}} (×5)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]] takes a ten episode hiatus beginning with this episode.
* [[Jessie's Yanmega]] was the only one of the main characters' Pokémon not to appear in this episode.
* {{p|Darkrai}} returns, replacing {{p|Regigigas}} in the first part of the preview of the next episode.
* Ash and Brock no longer wear their jackets as of this episode, and Dawn has returned to her normal clothes.
* The dub title comes from the saying "Frozen in their tracks".
* Music from ''[[M05|Pokémon Heroes]]'' is used as background music.

===Errors===
[[File:DP130 Error.png|thumb|200px|right|Ash's missing hair]]
* During the picnic scene in the English dub, Croagunk's Japanese voice can be heard.
* When Looker gives the packed lunches to the conductor, Ash's hair and fringe are missing.
* On Pokemon.com, the episode's title is "Frozen on the tracks", instead of "Frozen on their tracks".

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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broadcast_jp=May 28, 2009 |
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'''Pillars of Friendship!''' (Japanese: '''復活のレジギガス！Ｊ再び！！''' ''Resurrected Regigigas! J Returns!!'') is the 129th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 595th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on May 28, 2009 and in the United States on October 24, 2009.

{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
The episode opens at the {{DL|Battle Frontier (Generation III)|Battle Pyramid}}. [[Maria]] and [[Samuel]] arrive with the news that "a mysterious group of people" have sealed off the [[Snowpoint Temple]]. {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}} orders Maria and Samuel to board the pyramid so they can go to the temple and see what is going on. {{Ash}}, {{an|Brock}}, and {{an|Dawn}} insist on going too, and Brandon consents. {{TRT}}, around the corner of the pyramid, overhear and decide that they will tag along. The Battle Pyramid takes off, with Team Rocket holding on.

Inside the pyramid, {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}} asks Ash if he has heard the legend of the Snowpoint Temple. Ash says he would like to hear it, and Maria begins. Long ago, there was a violent volcanic eruption that turned the once-beautiful Snowpoint Forest into a sea of lava. Out of a bright blue light, {{p|Regigigas}} appeared with the [[legendary golems]]. The four stopped the volcanic eruption, saving [[Snowpoint City]]. Afterwards, Regigigas went into a deep sleep in the Snowpoint Temple, protected by {{p|Regirock}}, {{p|Regice}}, and {{p|Registeel}}, who had transformed into guardian pillars. Brandon guesses that the mysterious people are after Regigigas. Meanwhile, clinging to the pyramid, Team Rocket overhears and decide to capture Regigigas for {{an|Giovanni}}. In their excitement, they accidentally let go and blast off.

Samuel shows the entrance to the temple on a screen, revealing a figure whom Ash recognizes as Hunter [[J]]. Brandon tells Maria and Samuel about J, also telling Ash and friends that he is here to do research on the legend, which has basis in fact. As Ash presents the idea of stopping J from catching Regigigas, [[J's henchmen]] see the Pyramid and inform J. J orders her henchmen not to let the Pyramid get near, and they send out a virtual army of {{p|Metang}} and {{p|Skarmory}} to attack the Pyramid with {{m|Sludge Bomb}} and {{m|Flash Cannon}}, respectively. One of the engines is hit, forcing an emergency landing. Brandon, Maria and the gang leave in a small airship, while Samuel stays to repair the Pyramid's motor. The henchmen notice the small craft, and order their Pokémon to attack, but the gang is saved by {{AP|Pikachu}}, who uses {{m|Thunderbolt}} on the Skarmory, and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}, who uses {{m|BubbleBeam}} on the Metang. After defeating the Pokémon, Brandon, Maria, and the gang run into the temple.

Meanwhile, J has reached the three pillars and sends out {{TP|J|Salamence}}, commanding it to destroy them with {{m|Hyper Beam}}. The ice and rock pillars are easily destroyed, and, just when Salamence is about to destroy the steel pillar, Brandon yells for J to stop. Maria explains that awakening Regigigas is a bad idea, but Salamence destroys the steel pillar anyway. A small blue ball between where the pillars once stood has begun to glow, but, other than that, there is no sign of Regigigas' awakening. J commands Salamence to use {{m|Flamethrower}}, much to Brandon's dismay. Suddenly, a triangle on the floor that had connected the pillars begins to glow, and Regigigas appears, immediately using Hyper Beam on the temple's walls and ceiling. J prepares to turn Regigigas to stone, but Regigigas stops her with Hyper Beam, forcing Salamence to counter it with {{m|Dragon Pulse}}. J retreats while Regigigas goes on a rampage. As the temple starts to collapse, Brandon sends out his {{DL|Brandon's Regis|Regirock}}, {{DL|Brandon's Regis|Regice}} and {{DL|Brandon's Regis|Registeel}}. The golems save the gang from being buried in falling rock by using {{m|Focus Punch}}, {{m|Zap Cannon}} and Flash Cannon, respectively. The gang escapes, protected by the golems, right before the temple collapses into a pile of rubble. Just when Brock notes that Regigigas cannot escape the rubble, it suddenly breaks out, still shooting Hyper Beam in every direction.

Brandon decides to calm Regigigas down by attempting a {{pkmn2|caught|capture}}. His golems use Hyper Beam, but Regigigas counters it with a Hyper Beam of its own. The golems then charge Regigigas to use Focus Punch together, but Regigigas pins them down. Regirock and Registeel then grab onto Regigigas, and Regice uses {{m|Ice Beam}}, {{status|Freeze|freezing}} Regigigas along with Regirock and Registeel.

J is watching, smiling darkly, happy that they are weakening Regigigas for her. When Regigigas defrosts, Regice uses Zap Cannon, paralyzing it. Registeel uses {{m|Iron Head}}, knocking Regigigas to the ground. Regirock uses {{m|Stone Edge}}, weakening Regigigas even further. Brandon prepares to capture Regigigas with a [[Poké Ball]], but just before he throws it, J's {{p|Ariados}} uses its {{m|String Shot}} to tie him up, along with the entire gang. J returns Ariados to its Poké Ball, while Regigigas' eyes begin glowing, followed by the eyes of the golems. {{m|Confuse Ray}} takes effect and, as in the legend, the golems become Regigigas' guardians, attacking J (Regirock and Regice with Zap Cannon, Registeel with Flash Cannon). The four legendary Pokémon then begin to leave the temple together, and J follows.

All four start to attack the mountains with Hyper Beam. Brandon tries to stop them, failing. He then tries to return his golems to their Poké Balls, but they are not responding to him at all. Regice then turns on Brandon, using Zap Cannon, but Brandon is able to dodge it. Dawn notes that the four Regis seem to be heading for the city… it could become a catastrophe if they reach it.

The Regis continue using Hyper Beam once in the forest. Team Rocket still has a plan to capture Regigigas, but Registeel blasts them off using Flash Cannon. Back by the temple, Piplup tries to chew through the web binding Dawn while Brandon, Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}} struggle to break free of their ties. Brock, stricken with love for Maria, tells her that he is happy to be with her and he would never let go of the web that tied them together. Dawn questions Brock's timing as being completely inappropriate due to their situation, but then {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}} comes out and uses {{m|Poison Jab}} on him; the attack breaks the web and Ash and Brandon commend the pained Brock on his quick thinking. Soon free, the gang is back in the mini-airship. Brandon checks in with Samuel, who says he needs more time to finish repairing the Pyramid. Brandon tells him to tell [[Officer Jenny]] to be on the alert while he catches up to Regigigas.

Meanwhile, J has gotten ahead of the four legends with her airship, ready with her henchmen to catch Regigigas. When the four Regis reach J, her airship shoots lasers at them, which the Regis counter with Hyper Beam. Afterwards, the airship shoots a liquid adhesive, which bears a striking resemblance to bubble gum, at Regigigas, to trap it. Regigigas is not completely immobilized by the gum, however, and uses Hyper Beam to destroy one of the airship's engines. While dodging Hyper Beams fired by the three golems, J orders her henchmen to get the airship out of Regigigas' firing range. J fires her bracelet at Regigigas to turn it to stone, but Regirock jumps in front of the blast to protect it and is turned to stone instead. J, frustrated, tries again, and again; the blasts are taken by Registeel and Regice instead. J fires the bracelet again now that there is nothing between her and Regigigas, but Brandon, telling Brock to take control of the airship, jumps out and in front of the beam and is petrified instead. Regigigas catches him before he can hit the ground. Before J can fire again, Pikachu and Piplup use Thunderbolt and BubbleBeam respectively. Salamence unleashes Dragon Pulse at the airship, but Regigigas, breaking free of the gum, deflects the attack back at Salamence, breaking J's bracelet. J prepares to attack with another Dragon Pulse, but is interrupted by her henchmen who say that her client canceled the deal. She and her henchmen leave the area immediately. Maria apologizes to Regigigas for letting them awaken it, and asks it to save Brandon and the golems. It agrees, using {{m|Hidden Power|its powers}} to unfreeze them before returning to the form of an orb.

The gang returns to the ruins of the Snowpoint Temple as the sun is setting. Brandon promises to rebuild the temple and have Regirock, Regice, and Registeel protect Regigigas so it will never be awakened again, and Maria agrees to help him.

==Major events==
* [[J]] returns and awakens {{p|Regigigas}} forcefully at the [[Snowpoint Temple]], resulting in it going on a rampage.
* {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}} {{pkmn|battle}}s Regigigas and attempts to {{pkmn2|caught|capture}} it in order to stop it, but is stopped by J before he can do so.
* Regigigas is calmed down and returned to the Snowpoint Temple.
* Brandon decides to stay at the Snowpoint Temple in order to rebuild it.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
=====TV episode debuts=====
* {{p|Regigigas}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}}
* [[J]]
* [[J's henchmen]]
* [[Samuel]]
* [[Maria]]

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Mime Jr.}} ({{OP|James|Mime Jr.}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Regirock}} ([[Brandon's Regis#Regirock|Brandon's]])
* {{p|Regice}} ([[Brandon's Regis#Regice|Brandon's]])
* {{p|Registeel}} ([[Brandon's Regis#Registeel|Brandon's]])
* {{p|Salamence}} ({{OP|J|Salamence}})
* {{p|Ariados}} ([[J]]'s)
* {{p|Regigigas}}
* {{p|Regirock}} (flashback)
* {{p|Regice}} (flashback)
* {{p|Registeel}} (flashback)
* {{p|Metang}} ([[J's henchmen]]'s; multiple)
* {{p|Skarmory}} ([[J's henchmen]]'s; multiple)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{p|Magneton}}
* This is the first time a human, {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}}, is turned into a stone by J's bracelet.
** This is, however, only the second time when a human has been turned into a stone in the {{pkmn|anime}}. The first time was when Ash was turned into a stone in ''[[M01|Mewtwo Strikes Back]]''.
* This is the first appearance of J's Ariados since [[DP020|its debut]].
* This episode features four legendary Pokémon (Registeel, Regirock, Regice, and Regigigas), more than in any prior episode. However, the record is broken only [[DP152|23 episodes later]].
** This is also the first episode to feature a [[legendary trio]] and their [[trio master|master]] in the same episode.
* Music from ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]'' is used as background music.
* Team Rocket doesn't recite their {{motto}} in this episode.

===Errors===
[[File:DP129 Inconsistencies.png|thumb|220px|Inconsistent positions]]
* When Regirock and Brandon were petrified by J, there are inconsistencies with their body positions.
* Regigigas uses {{m|Hammer Arm}} during this episode, a move it cannot [[Anime move errors|legally learn]].

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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broadcast_jp=May 21, 2009 |
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en_op=[[Battle Cry - (Stand Up!)]] |
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'''A Pyramiding Rage!''' (Japanese: '''バトルピラミッド！シンジVSジンダイ！！''' ''Battle Pyramid! {{tt|Shinji|Paul}} VS {{tt|Jindai|Brandon}}!!'') is the 128th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 594th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on May 21, 2009 and aired in the United States on October 17, 2009.

{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
The episode picks up right after [[DP127|the previous one]] with [[Paul]] challenging [[Candice]] to a [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}}, but Candice tells Paul that her Pokémon need to rest after the battle against {{Ash}} and would like to reschedule for tomorrow. As Paul agrees and begins to leave, Ash shows off the {{Badge|Icicle}} and asks Paul how many more he has gotten, but Paul brushes him off and walks away. {{an|Dawn}} tells [[Zoey]] that Paul is Ash's [[rival]] while Candice notices how fierce this rivalry is compared to Dawn and Zoey.

As night falls on the [[Pokémon Center]], Zoey learns that Paul was {{AP|Chimchar}}'s [[Original Trainer|original]] {{pkmn|Trainer}} and how Ash and Paul contrast so much. Dawn notices that Ash is missing as outside [[Paul's Magmar]] and {{TP|Paul|Electabuzz}} {{pkmn|training|train}}, Magmar firing {{m|Flamethrower}} at Electabuzz and towards the sky. Ash meets up with Paul and mentions how {{AP|Grotle}} perfected the defense strategy [[Paul's Torterra]] [[DP100|taught it]] and wanting to thank Torterra, but Paul recalls {{cat|Paul's Pokémon|his Pokémon}} and heads inside, criticizing Ash for using a {{type|Grass}} Pokémon against an {{type|Ice}} Gym Leader. Before he can get inside, Zoey confronts him, but Dawn holds her back. Paul heads inside without another word as Zoey hopes that Candice wipes him out in the battle.

The next day, [[Reggie]] drives by in a van when he notices Paul outside the Center. He pulls over and greets his brother. Inside, Ash and {{ashfr}} notice Reggie as Dawn fills Zoey in. They head outside and greet Reggie, who mentions that he just dropped off a {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} he was caring for. Ash mentions that he won at the {{ci|Snowpoint}} [[Snowpoint Gym|Gym]]. Reggie congratulates him and asks Paul if he can watch the match, which Paul allows. Zoey notices how Paul contrasts to his brother as much as to Ash. A shock wave gets everyone's attention as a huge shadow passes by, everyone looking up and spotting the {{DL|Battle Frontier (Generation III)|Battle Pyramid}}. Ash identifies it, getting Reggie and Paul's attention. Paul is even more shocked at the fact that Ash [[AG190|conquered it]] and won the [[Symbol|Brave Symbol]]. {{TRT}} spots the Pyramid from the town while Candice watches from outside her Gym.

Inside the Pyramid control room, [[Samuel]] relays a streaming video feed from Ash at the Pokémon Center, with Brandon acknowledging their presence. As the Pyramid touches down in a clearing, Reggie drives Ash and his friends to the location. Ash and {{an|Brock}} tell Dawn about the {{OBP|Battle Frontier|Generation III}}, how there are several facilities spread throughout Kanto and that each is run by a [[Frontier Brain]], with {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}} as the last to defeat and the most powerful of all the Frontier Brains. Brock asks Reggie about the missing Brave Symbol [[DP066|he noticed]] at Reggie's home back in [[Veilstone City]]. Reggie confirms that the Pyramid was the only place he did not win. His usual smile drops into a serious expression, as he remarks that it was also the day he "learned... that I had a lot more to learn." They reach the Pyramid and meet up with Brandon. Brandon greets Reggie warmly, recognizes Brock, and even Paul, which prompts Paul to step forward and challenge Brandon to a battle. Candice arrives on a {{p|Dodrio}} as an SUV pulls up. Candice introduces herself to Brandon and expresses her admiration of the Battle Pyramid. Brandon introduces the woman getting out of the SUV as Temple Maiden [[Maria]]. Brock instantly goes crazy, but {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}} {{m|Poison Jab|calms him}}. Zoey fills everyone in about the [[Snowpoint Temple]] while Team Rocket listens in, Brandon mentioning that the Temple was his reason for coming to Sinnoh. Brandon tells Samuel to go with Maria to the Temple while he battles Paul. Paul reveals his desire to defeat the person his brother couldn't, not caring whether everyone else watches or not.

Inside, Brock offers to be the referee, but Paul turns it down, declaring the match will be a [[Full Battle]] with substitutions allowed. Paul summons Magmar as Brandon summons {{DL|Brandon's Regis|Regirock}}. Dawn checks her [[Pokédex]] as Reggie remembers that Paul watched his battle, Regirock being the same lead Pokémon. Reggie recalls the match, he had defeated the other six Frontier Brains and defeating Brandon would allow him to become a Frontier Brain candidate. Paul has just started his Pokémon journey with {{p|Turtwig}} and took time out from his first journey through Sinnoh to travel to Kanto in order to watch Reggie's battle. Despite his best efforts, Brandon defeated Reggie without losing a Pokémon. Paul and his Turtwig were both shocked that Reggie lost to Brandon and was unable to defeat any of his Pokémon. Brandon harshly tells Reggie that while it was an enjoyable battle, there was nothing special or unique about Reggie's battle style, and Brandon finishes by asking Reggie where his inner strength is. Paul took these words to heart, vowing to find his inner strength with his Turtwig being just as determined as well. Brock then figures out that Paul's obsession with power is due to Reggie's loss against Brandon. Brandon states to Paul he can take on anything Paul brings because that is his battling style.

Paul immediately recalls Magmar which surprises everyone, including Brandon, since the battle just started. Brock guesses the disadvantage Magmar has against a Rock-type like Regirock must have caused Paul to do that. Paul brings out {{p|Hariyama}}, which Dawn checks. The [[type]] matchup is positive for Paul as Regirock fires {{m|Stone Edge}}, but Hariyama blocks it easily. Paul points out that Rock-type moves won't do that much harm to Fighting types like Hariyama and asks if this is a test. Brandon smiles and states he will have to see himself. Hariyama charges forward and hits with multiple {{m|Arm Thrust}}s, but Regirock bear hugs Hariyama to stop the Arm Thrusts and uses {{m|Shock Wave}} at close range, causing it to stumble. Brock shows some surprise at how strong Regirock was after being hit with the Arm Thrusts. Hariyama launches a {{m|Force Palm}}, but Regirock moves to the side and throws a {{m|Focus Punch}}, [[fainting|knocking Hariyama out]]. As Paul recalls Hariyama, everyone is impressed at the strength of Regirock. Outside, Team Rocket tries to decide whether to climb the pyramid again or go to the temple. [[Jessie]] and {{MTR}} play rock paper scissors to decide, but it results in a tie.

Meanwhile, Paul summons Electabuzz. Ash [[DP015|predicts Paul's strategy]] as Electabuzz uses {{m|Brick Break}} to hit. Regirock fires Stone Edge, the attack is so powerful that it even manages to smash through {{m|Protect}} before following up with {{m|Hyper Beam}}. Electabuzz is blasted by the attack and taken out. Ash notes he can't believe how Brandon was able to easily defeat Paul's Electabuzz. Paul recalls his Electabuzz and at the same time Brandon recalls his Regirock, which benefits him on not having to deal with Regirock being immobile after firing Hyper Beam. Brandon sends out {{DL|Brandon's Regis|Registeel}} as Paul brings Magmar back out. Magmar hits with a Flamethrower, but Registeel takes it without much falter which surprises everyone. Reggie notes that Flamethrower must have had an effect on Registeel, but it is hanging in. Registeel launches into an {{m|Iron Head}} and Magmar blocks it, but it {{status|flinching|flinches}}, negating the {{m|Will-O-Wisp}} order Paul gave. Paul recalls Magmar and deploys {{p|Nidoking}}. After Dawn checks Nidoking, she states Nidoking is a Poison-type, but notes Poison-type moves don't work on Steel types. Zoey states that is true, but Nidoking is also a Ground-type whose moves are effective against Steel types. They will just have to wait and see what kind of move Paul will use. Registeel fires {{m|Flash Cannon}} which hits Nidoking squarely in the face, but Nidoking uses {{m|Earth Power}} (Brandon showing some surprise of how Nidoking recovered), hitting before launching into {{m|Double Kick}}. Registeel stumbles backwards but quickly recovers, withstanding a hit from Nidoking's {{m|Thunderbolt}} before using Iron Head to knock it out.

Brandon mocks Paul, reminding him that he wanted to defeat the man who defeated Reggie and put an end to his Pokémon journey. Paul, recalling his Nidoking, tells Brandon that the fact that Brandon defeated Reggie is the only reason why he is battling him now; all he wants is the chance to earn victory against Brandon, which his brother couldn't do. Brandon represents the ultimate challenge to all Trainers to find their inner strength and Paul knows what his inner strength is... his will. Brandon chastises Paul for this, telling him he is focusing on the past. He adds that if Paul's this obsessed with what happened to Reggie, he needs to question ''why'' he's on a journey in the first place. This clearly hits a nerve and Paul furiously brings out {{p|Lairon}}.

Brandon recalls Registeel and brings {{DL|Brandon's Regis|Regice}} out as Lairon uses {{m|Iron Defense}}. Reggie guesses Paul is trying to hang in and wait for a chance to counterstrike. Regice {{status|frozen|freezes}} Lairon with an {{m|Ice Beam}} before launching {{m|Zap Cannon}}, knocking out Lairon without it being able to attack (as stated by Ash). As Paul recalls Lairon, his emotions grow even more intense as he brings out {{TP|Paul|Ursaring}}. Ursaring then launches {{m|Hammer Arm}}, however, Regice counters with {{m|Focus Punch}} and a massive backlash is created, knocking both Pokémon backwards. Ursaring prepares to use {{m|Focus Blast}}, but a Zap Cannon stops that attack and {{status|paralysis|paralyzes}} Ursaring (Brock states that Zap Cannon will always paralyze a target if the attack hits). Paul gets even more frustrated and angry at this and Ash notices Paul is not trying to switch out Ursaring. Brandon then recalls Regice and brings Regirock back out. Regirock then fires Stone Edge, and Ursaring is taken out, forcing Paul to recall Ursaring. Reggie notes that Paul did not give any orders to Ursaring, having just given up on Ursaring's chances of winning. Paul brings out Magmar as his last, however with the type-disadvantage and massive difference in strength everyone knows that Paul has already lost the match. Regirock easily endures Magmar's Flamethrower before using a Shock Wave to knock out Magmar, therefore giving Brandon a perfect victory over Paul. Ash feels bad for Paul, who is left shocked and upset at being totally defeated in front of his brother and peers. Paul then recalls his Magmar and Brandon, recalling Regirock, then asks if the battle Paul just had was his true battle. He commends Paul on a good battle and raising and training his Pokémon very well, but notes that Paul let his emotions betray him during the battle. Brandon then tells Paul that they will battle again when he has learned to control his emotions. Paul silently accepts this, bowing to his elder.

Outside, Team Rocket is still split on deciding where to go as James notices Ash and his friends exiting. Outside, Paul still plans to challenge Candice as Candice challenges Zoey to a battle. Candice and Zoey get on Dodrio as Candice wishes Dawn good luck in her next {{pkmn|Contest}} before leaving. Paul starts to leave but Reggie asks if Ash and Paul can have a Full Battle. Brandon agrees with the idea as both Ash and Paul agree to battle, Reggie setting the event at [[Lake Acuity]] in [[DP131|10 days]]. Reggie and Paul leave in Reggie's van as Samuel and Maria arrive, telling Brandon that a situation has occurred at the temple.

==Major events==
* {{ashfr|The group}} meets up once again with [[Reggie]], who suggests [[Paul]] and {{Ash}} have a battle in [[DP131|10 days]].
* {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}} arrives at [[Snowpoint City]] in order to investigate the [[Snowpoint Temple]].
* Paul learns that Ash has completed the {{OBP|Battle Frontier|Generation III|Kanto Battle Frontier}}.
* Paul challenges Brandon to a {{pkmn|battle}}, but loses.
* Paul is revealed to have obtained a {{p|Hariyama}}, a {{p|Nidoking}} and a {{p|Lairon}}.
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==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Paul]]
* [[Zoey]]
* [[Candice]]
* {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}}
* [[Samuel]]
* [[Reggie]]
* [[Maria]]
* {{FB|Factory Head|Noland}} (flashback)
* {{FB|Arena Tycoon|Greta}} (flashback)
* {{FB|Dome Ace|Tucker}} (flashback)
* {{FB|Pike Queen|Lucy}} (flashback)
* {{FB|Palace Maven|Spenser}} (flashback)
* {{FB|Salon Maiden|Anabel}} (flashback)

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Happiny}} ({{OP|Brock|Happiny}})
* {{p|Mime Jr.}} ({{OP|James|Mime Jr.}})
* {{p|Electabuzz}} ({{OP|Paul|Electabuzz}})
* {{p|Ursaring}} ({{OP|Paul|Ursaring}})
* {{p|Magmar}} ({{OP|Paul|Magmortar}})
* {{p|Hariyama}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Nidoking}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Lairon}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Glameow}} ({{OP|Zoey|Glameow}})
* {{p|Dodrio}} ([[Candice]]'s)
* {{p|Turtwig}} ({{OP|Paul|Torterra}}; flashback)
* {{p|Regirock}} ({{OP|Brandon|Regis}})
* {{p|Registeel}} ({{OP|Brandon|Regis}})
* {{p|Regice}} ({{OP|Brandon|Regis}})
* {{p|Drapion}} ([[Reggie]]'s; flashback)
* {{p|Articuno}} ({{OP|Noland|Articuno}}; flashback)
* {{p|Medicham}} ({{FB|Arena Tycoon|Greta}}'s; flashback)
* {{p|Arcanine}} ({{FB|Dome Ace|Tucker}}'s; flashback)
* {{p|Swampert}} ({{FB|Dome Ace|Tucker}}'s; flashback)
* {{p|Milotic}} ({{FB|Pike Queen|Lucy}}'s; flashback)
* {{p|Claydol}} ({{FB|Palace Maven|Spenser}}'s; flashback)
* {{p|Espeon}} ({{FB|Salon Maiden|Anabel}}'s; flashback)

==Trivia==
* There is no [[Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]] following this episode.
* This is the first episode starring a [[Frontier Brain]] where [[Scott]] does not appear.
** This is also the first time when a Frontier Brain appears after the [[Pokémon: Battle Frontier|Battle Frontier]] arc.
* This is the first episode in which both Paul and Reggie appear in person together.
* This is the second time when Paul loses a Pokémon match without his opponent losing a single one of his/her Pokémon, the first being against [[Cynthia]] [[DP040|88 episodes back]].
* The [[Sinnoh]] map shown on TV is similar to the one in-game.
* If the collision of Regice's {{m|Focus Punch}} and Ursaring's {{m|Hammer Arm}} isn't counted as a hit, all of Paul's Pokémon were knocked out with two hits.
* Team Rocket doesn't blast off or recite their {{motto}} in this episode.

===Errors===
* Regirock's {{m|Stone Edge}} is able to hit Electabuzz through {{m|Protect}}, though nothing except {{m|Feint}} and {{m|Shadow Force}} can do this under normal conditions.
* During three scenes Zoey's eyes are colored orange.
* In the Dutch [[dub]] Brandon tells Regirock to use {{m|Rock Smash}} (''Steen Knal'') instead of Stone Edge (''Steen Rand'').
* The Cycling Road is absent on Kanto's map.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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'''Sliding Into Seventh!''' (Japanese: '''キッサキジム！氷のバトル！！''' ''{{tt|Kissaki|Snowpoint}} Gym! Ice Battle!!'') is the 127th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 593rd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on May 14, 2009 and in the United States on October 10, 2009.
{{spoilers}}
==Synopsis==
{{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}}, {{an|Brock}} and [[Zoey]] leave the {{ci|Snowpoint}} [[Pokémon Center]], Ash excited to finally get the chance to battle [[Candice]] for the {{Badge|Icicle}}. Everyone is in full support. At the [[Snowpoint Gym]], {{ashfr}} watch in the bleachers, observing the ice field full of ice boulders, like tiny mountains spread across it as the match gets underway. [[Mr. Honcho]] acts as the referee, announcing that the {{pkmn|battle|match}} will be four on four with only the challenger allowed to substitute. Brock predicts that it could be a long battle. Excited, Candice pulls off her sweater and ties it on her waist as Zoey notes how pumped up her older classmate is. Since both Candice and Mr. Honcho are at the Gym, [[Jeremiah]] has been left in charge of the beginner's class at the Trainer's school. {{TRT}} watches through the windows, planning to make another attempt to steal the [[Pokémon]] stored there. They find the [[Poké Ball]] Room now securely locked with padlocks and chains.

Back at the [[Gym]], Candice starts out with {{p|Sneasel}}. Ash summons {{AP|Grotle}}, shocking Dawn and Zoey as Grotle has a [[type]] [[Damage modification|disadvantage]]. Candice has no clue of what Ash plans to do with Grotle, but highly approves of the unpredictability as Grotle fires an {{m|Energy Ball}}. Sneasel dodges and literally skates across the ice field, getting in close and hitting Grotle with {{m|Icy Wind}}. Sneasel circle-strafes Grotle with Icy Wind as Grotle falters only slightly. Brock realizes Ash and Grotle's strategy as Sneasel lunges forward with {{m|Fury Swipes}}. Grotle stops Sneasel with {{m|Razor Leaf}}, forcing it back before it leaps out of the way, landing on an ice boulder. Grotle uses {{m|Rock Climb}} allowing it to easily run across the ice. Sneasel fires Icy Wind but Grotle pushes forward, runs straight up the boulder and rams Sneasel, sending it flying and creating a crater in the ice where it fell, [[fainting|knocking it out]]. Brock points out that Ash took what [[Paul's Torterra]] [[DP100|taught Grotle]] and made it his own. Ash recalls Grotle for a well-earned rest as Candice excitedly deploys {{p|Medicham}} which Dawn checks with her [[Pokédex]]. Ash decides to exploit the {{t|Flying|type advantage}} with {{AP|Staraptor}}. Meanwhile, back at the school, Team Rocket bypasses the locked door by tunneling into the room, swiping all the Poké Balls off the shelves.

Staraptor launches into a {{m|Quick Attack}}, but Medicham's {{m|Confusion}} stops the attack and sends Staraptor crashing into the ground. Only now does Ash remember that Medicham is not just a {{t|Fighting}} type, but a {{2t|Fighting|Psychic}} type. Staraptor gets back up and launches {{m|Aerial Ace}}, but Medicham stops it by catching it by the beak, just shy of hitting. Quickly, Staraptor switches to {{m|Close Combat}} and hits. Medicham hits back with {{m|Fire Punch}}, and both are thrown down. Ash then has Staraptor use {{m|Brave Bird}} before Medicham can recover, crushing it into another crater, knocking it out (although Staraptor suffers from the [[recoil]]). Ash recalls Staraptor, everyone excited at his lead. Candice sends out {{p|Snover}} as Ash ponders his next Pokémon. Meanwhile, Jeremiah leads the students to the Poké Ball room, and when he opens the door all shocked at discovering the theft. Jeremiah rushes outside and finds Team Rocket emerging from the tunnel they dug. As they recite their [[Team Rocket mottos|motto]], the students angrily cut them off. Team Rocket flees and barricade themselves in the storage shed that Zoey and Candice raised Zoey's {{TP|Zoey|Glameow}} in.

Ash decides to use {{AP|Gliscor}}. Snover fires Razor Leaf as Gliscor dodges, retaliating with a {{m|Fire Fang}} to the arm, causing super-effective damage. Gliscor then roundhouses Snover with its tail and Snover hits back with {{m|Ice Beam}}, blasting it up and away, also causing super-effective damage. As Gliscor falls toward the field, Snover races forward and fires another, but Gliscor recovers and quickly dodges, lunging with another Fire Fang. However, Snover's {{m|Bullet Seed}} stops Gliscor before an Icy Wind sends Gliscor slamming into the wall, leaving it to faint while sitting in its crater.

Ash recalls Gliscor and summons {{AP|Chimchar}}. Chimchar jumps across the ice boulders, dodging an Ice Beam and firing a {{m|Flamethrower}}, but an Icy Wind stops the attack and creates a steam cover, something Candice planned on when facing Fire types. Chimchar glances in all directions, trying to spot Snover's eventual sneak attack, but Ash tells Chimchar to listen for it instead, let Snover attack first and retaliate with Flamethrower. Chimchar closes its eyes and listens, until Snover' approach disturbs Chimchar's tail flame, and Chimchar looks up right where Snover comes out of the steam. Snover takes a swing at Chimchar, but Chimchar dodges and blasts Snover's back with Flamethrower until it crashes front-first into an ice boulder, knocking it out.

Ash now has a healthy lead, still with three Pokémon while Candice is down to her final one. Candice now summons her prized {{p|Abomasnow}} as her final. Chimchar fires Flamethrower, but Abomasnow simply stays put and fires a powerful {{m|Blizzard}}, not only stopping the attack but overcoming Flamethrower and knocking Chimchar into an ice boulder. Seeing Chimchar is going to struggle against Abomasnow, Ash recalls it. He sizes up Abomasnow as being big and heavy, so it shouldn't be able to move very fast. Ash decides to utilize Staraptor's {{stat|speed}} and use Aerial Ace to take out Abomasnow in one hit. Staraptor goes into Aerial Ace, but Candice has Abomasnow use {{m|Ice Punch}} which not only slows, then stops the attack, but throws back Staraptor, leaving it to fall to the ground and knocking it out with one hit. Everyone is shocked at Abomasnow's power as Ash recalls Staraptor, and brings out Grotle. He commands a Rock Climb. Grotle immediately charges Abomasnow, but Candice has Abomasnow use {{m|Wood Hammer}}. Using its entire body weight, Abomasnow punches Grotle's head straight down into the ice, [[One-hit knockout move|knocking it out instantly]].

Ash is now really starting to feel the pressure against the power of Candice and Abomasnow as he recalls Grotle and brings Chimchar back out, his final chance to win the match. Chimchar launches a Flamethrower, but Blizzard once again stops that offense. Chimchar dodges the oncoming Blizzard and then hops backward to put an ice boulder at its back. An {{m|Ice Shard}} destroys the ice boulder as Chimchar leaps forward to dodge. Chimchar continues to dodge Abomasnow's onslaught, throwing up chunks of ice everywhere. Ash knows he needs to use speed as the chuckling Abomasnow advances on Chimchar. When he notices Abomasnow crushing a chunk of ice underfoot, he remembers how Sneasel was able to move about the ice quickly by skating. Ash tells Chimchar to jump on top of the ice boulders, and although Chimchar is surprised, it trusts Ash and obeys. Chimchar leaps from boulder to boulder until Abomasnow destroys one with a punch, sending chunks skittering across the ice field. Ash has Chimchar jump onto a big chunk, turning it into an improvised snowboard. Though wobbly at first, Chimchar gains control and uses intact ice boulders as half-pipe walls to maintain speed. It skates around Abomasnow, dodging attacks and launching Flamethrower attacks into Abomasnow's flank. Abomasnow eventually gets frustrated as Chimchar jumps off the ice board and over Abomasnow's head, letting Abomasnow get close. Ash tells Chimchar to finish it with {{m|Flame Wheel}}. Chimchar charges forward quickly and hits Abomasnow's chest dead center. It continues to spin forward as Abomasnow goes flying backwards, its feet sliding across the field. Abomasnow regains its footing and grabs the Flame Wheel, creating a huge steam cloud. Through the steam, Chimchar sees Abomasnow and prepares for another attack... but there's no need as Abomasnow has been knocked out. When the steam clears, Abomasnow tips forward and hits the ground.

Mr. Honcho announces Ash as the winner as he and his Pokémon celebrate, everyone congratulating Ash and Brock proclaiming what a great battle it was. Back at the school, Jeremiah is sick of waiting for Team Rocket to emerge from the shed and decides to send his {{p|Skuntank}} to squeeze through Glameow's old pet door, using its {{a|Stench}} [[Ability]] to gas them out. They literally run through the wall and Team Rocket are sent running off again without the Poké Balls.

Outside Snowpoint Gym, Candice hands Ash the Icicle Badge. Ash holds it up as he and his Pokémon celebrate. While Dawn gives Ash his jacket, everyone is shocked by the sudden arrival of [[Paul]], who challenges Candice to a Gym battle.

==Major events==
* {{Ash}} has a [[Gym]] battle against [[Candice]] and wins, earning the {{Badge|Icicle}}.
* Ash and {{ashfr}} encounter [[Paul]] again.
* Zoey also meets Paul for the first time.
{{animeevents}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Paul]]
* [[Zoey]]
* [[Candice]]
* [[Jeremiah]]
* [[Mr. Honcho]]
* Students

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Grotle}} ({{OP|Ash|Grotle}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Chimchar}} ({{OP|Ash|Chimchar}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Sneasel}} ([[Candice]]'s)
* {{p|Medicham}} ([[Candice]]'s)
* {{p|Snover}} ([[Candice]]'s)
* {{p|Abomasnow}} ([[Candice]]'s)
* {{p|Skuntank}} ([[Jeremiah]]'s)
* {{p|Torterra}} ({{OP|Paul|Torterra}}; flashback)
* {{p|Starly}}
* {{p|Glaceon}}
* {{p|Budew}}
* {{p|Smoochum}}

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{p|Rhyhorn}}
* This is the first time {{AP|Buizel}} isn't used in a [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}} since it was [[DP055|obtained]].
* This is the first official Gym battle for {{AP|Grotle}} since its [[evolution]].
* Like in [[Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia]], [[Jeremiah]] uses his {{p|Skuntank}} to go through a small opening and use its {{a|Stench|Ability}} on the [[Team Rocket|foe]].
* {{p|Regigigas}} replaces {{p|Darkrai}} in the first part of the preview of the next episode.
* This is the third Gym battle in a row where {{AP|Chimchar}} defeats two of the [[Gym Leader]]'s Pokémon. All of these battles have involved Chimchar defeating one of the Gym Leader's Pokémon, being temporarily recalled and then being reused to defeat the second Pokémon.
* An instrumental version of ''[[Advance Adventure]]'' is used as background music.
* This is the only episode in Japan to have a [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}} air in 2009.
* Music from ''[[M01|Mewtwo Strikes Back]]'' and ''[[M03|Spell of the Unown]]'' is played in this episode.
* This is the first time the narrator's voice doesn't end the episode. After his speech, Paul arrives and challenges the Gym Leader.

==In other languages==
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'''Classroom Training!''' (Japanese: '''トレーナーズスクールのスズナ先生！''' ''Miss {{tt|Suzuna|Candice}} of the Trainers' School!'') is the 126th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 592nd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on May 7, 2009 and in the United States on October 3, 2009.

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==Synopsis==
{{incomplete synopsis}}
Upon reaching [[Snowpoint City]], {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} are welcomed by the [[Gym Leader]] of the [[Snowpoint Gym]], [[Candice]]. The group accepts her offer to show them around the city; the first place they are lead to is a [[Snowpoint Trainers' School|Trainers' School]] where Candice works as a teacher. Happily Candice shows Ash and his friends to her school. Candice appears already with her sweater tied on her waist. Candice soon begins off with a quiz.Ash is then asked about the secret of his success as a Trainer. He answers with his usual {{motto}} 'The best defense is offense', but he faces a nasty surprise when he participates in a quiz. He doesn't even know the answer to the question about {{AP|Pikachu}} because he says a wrong answer before Candice had finished the question. However, there is a quite knowledgeable businessman named [[Jeremiah]] who can answer to all questions with amazing speed. After the test, he says that Ash is not clever enough, but {{an|Brock}} comforts him, saying that he is great at Gym Battles. Later, Ash meets [[Zoey]] and Candice at a small shed where the two girls used to play together. Zoey then reveals that she met her {{TP|Zoey|Glameow}} when she was too little to raise a [[Pokémon]]. Due to this she and Candice decided to raise Glameow until she was of age to train it.

Meanwhile, {{TRT}} sneaks into a storage room in the school and they begin to steal all the Pokémon stored at the school. When Jeremiah arrives to get back the [[Poké Ball]]s, [[James's Carnivine]] immobilizes his {{p|Skuntank}} with {{m|Vine Whip}}. At the moment [[Jessie's Seviper]] is about to attack, Pikachu comes to the rescue and knocks it out. After Team Rocket reveal themselves, Candice and Ash team-up to defeat them. With the help of the {{m|Blizzard}} attack of Candice's {{p|Abomasnow}} and {{AP|Buizel}}'s improved Ice-Aqua Jet, Team Rocket blasts off again. Though afterwards, the Poké Balls start to fall from Team Rocket's trap, but {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} collects them safely with {{m|Whirlpool}}. Seeing how Ash beat Team Rocket, Mr. Jeremiah apologizes for being rude. With all the Poké Balls safe and sound, Ash now concentrates on his upcoming Gym Battle against Candice.

==Major events==
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} arrive in [[Snowpoint City]] and meet [[Candice]], the Snowpoint City [[Gym Leader]].
* The gang also meet [[Zoey]] again, who reveals that she has won her fourth [[Ribbon]].
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Humans====
* [[Candice]]

====Pokémon debuts====
=====TV episode debuts=====
* {{p|Abomasnow}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Zoey]]
* [[Candice]]
* [[Jeremiah]]
* [[Mr. Honcho]]
* Teachers
* Students

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Mime Jr.}} ({{OP|James|Mime Jr.}})
* {{p|Buizel}} ({{OP|Ash|Buizel}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Seviper}} ({{OP|Jessie|Seviper}})
* {{p|Carnivine}} ({{OP|James|Carnivine}})
* {{p|Glameow}} ({{OP|Zoey|Glameow}})
* {{p|Abomasnow}} ([[Candice]]'s; debut)
* {{p|Skuntank}} ([[Jeremiah]]'s)
* {{p|Diglett}}
* {{p|Baltoy}}
* {{p|Stunky}}
* {{p|Lickilicky}}
* {{p|Cyndaquil}}
* {{p|Abra}}
* {{p|Chimchar}}
* {{p|Turtwig}}

==Trivia==
* This episode marks the beginning of the four-part Snowpoint City arc.
* There is no [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]] following this episode, instead being replaced with a preview of the following episode of [[Pokémon Sunday]] which is due to make a [[n:Major Pokémon game to be announced this month|major game announcement]]. The advert is performed in the style of the lecture.
* The fact that [[Candice]] is also teaching in a [[Snowpoint Trainers' School|Trainers' School]] mimics a [[AG015|similar event]] in [[Hoenn]] where [[Roxanne|another Gym Leader]] taught at a [[Pokémon Trainer's School|school]] (though this was also in the games). Also, there is a Trainer's School in [[Jubilife City]] in the games.
* Even though it is stated that Meowth is the only Pokémon that can learn {{m|Pay Day}}, other Pokémon can learn it through [[Generation I]]'s TM16. A {{p|Skitty}} can also learn it through special events in [[Generation III]].
* Background music from {{rt|29|Johto}}, [[Littleroot Town]], the challenge theme of [[Team Rocket]], an instrumental version of ''[[A Small Thing]]'' and {{rt|210|Sinnoh}} at the end of episode, were used in this episode.
* One of Candice's students bears a striking resemblance to [[Vidso]] from ''[[EP203|The Screen Actor's Guilt]]''.
* This is the first episode of the dub to be aired in 16:9 aspect ratio in US airings, as well as the first episode available in HD. In Japan, this change took place in ''[[DP121|The Lonely Snover!]]''.
* In this episode, Team Rocket uses a {{DL|Team Rocket mottos|Classroom Training! motto|variation}} of their motto.

===Errors===
[[File:DP126 error.png|thumb|240px|right|Stunky's head]]
* Brock claimed that Zoey and Dawn battled [[Fantina]], when it was really Zoey and Ash who battled her.
** Although Dawn had asked Fantina for a battle, but her Pokémon had to rest at that point.
* In multiple scenes, the top of {{p|Stunky}}'s head is colored purple, instead of white.

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'''Battling a Cute Drama!''' (Japanese: '''チェリンボ！けなげなバトル！？''' ''{{tt|Cherinbo|Cherubi}}! A Brave Battle!?'') is the 125th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 591st episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on April 30, 2009 and in the United States on September 26, 2009.

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==Synopsis==
The episode begins with {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} traveling through a tunnel and when they emerge they receive a very cold welcoming, as they have now entered the snowy northern part of [[Sinnoh]]. Just ahead is [[Shelter Town]], the final stop before [[Snowpoint City]], so the gang decides to take a pit stop before moving on. While in a [[Pokémon Center]], Dawn asks after a package that is due to be delivered to her, however [[Nurse Joy]] informs her it hasn't arrived yet. To pass the time, Dawn lets {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}} out of her Poké Ball to let her have some fun with the other Pokémon. Then, a stranger comes racing for Buneary and starts to hug and play around with it chanting the phrase "so cute", the stranger is a girl called [[Marilyn]], who believes cute Pokémon are the best. She explains that her criteria for cuteness is that the Pokémon must be under 2 feet tall and must not have evolved, therefore Dawn introduces her {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} to Marilyn to see if she think Piplup is cute or not. Despite the fact that he meets her requirements, Marilyn discourages the fact he's cute and starts to remark on the features that turns off Piplup's cuteness, thus enraging Dawn and causing Piplup to be paralyzed in shock. After calling Dawn "Dawny", claiming it was a cuter name than Dawn, Marilyn is challenged to a battle, which she accepts.

Once the battle begins, Dawn uses Buneary causing Marilyn to infatuate over Buneary's cuteness, almost forgetting about the battle, she then sends out {{p|Cherubi}}. At the start of the battle, Marilyn orders Cherubi to use {{m|Protect}} when Buneary attacks with {{m|Ice Beam}}... however Cherubi still recoils in pain even though Protect was successful. Brock realizes that this is simply Marilyn's attempt to stall the battle, making him angry and he orders her to battle properly or be disqualified. Marilyn tells Brock what she thinks battling is, which is the valiant of a Pokémon and how it stands up after being hit, thus enraging Brock and yells at her some more, she finally obeys Brock and defeats Buneary with a single {{m|SolarBeam}}. Marilyn is very pleased with herself, while Brock refuses to believe that a Pokémon's cuteness is their only asset in battle.

Nearby {{TRT}} plans on taking Marilyn's Cherubi by tricking her to battle them, seeing as they have no Pokémon below 2 ft or unevolved, [[Jessie]] tells them to use {{TP|James|Mime Jr.}}, James hastily disagrees but has no choice. Jessie confront Marilyn and tells her she wants to battle and shows Mime Jr. to her, Marilyn however disagrees that it's cute crushing Mime Jr. feelings. Soon, James is comforting his devastated Pokémon while Jessie and Meowth work on the plan some more.

Brock tells Marilyn that he wants to battle her and says that she can pick the Pokémon she battles, allowing her to choose from {{TP|Brock|Sudowoodo}} and {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}}. Marilyn doesn't want to battle either of them because they aren't cute and asks Brock if he has another Pokémon. Brock releases {{TP|Brock|Happiny}} and Marilyn wants to battle her, Brock accepts but as long as Sudowoodo and Croagunk battle too. Marilyn agrees so a 3 on 3 battle it is. Then James enters disguised as a Pokémon Battle referee offering his services and Marilyn, not realizing this is a little too convenient, asks him to officiate the battle.

After James announce the rules, Marilyn and Brock sends out Cherubi and Sudowoodo, Sudowoodo starts with {{m|Double-Edge}} which scores a direct hit, making Cherubi fall down dramatically. Marilyn however ignores the fact it hit and remarks on how Cherubi took the hit, causing Brock to scold her some more. Brock orders Sudowoodo to use {{m|Mimic}}, causing it to fall down dramatically too. Brock then tells Sudowoodo to use {{m|Fake Tears}} and Sudowoodo is soon sobbing on the floor. This causes Marilyn to start realizing the true battle strength of Pokémon. Wanting to move things along so he can see what other Pokémon Marilyn has, James declares the round as a tie as the two Trainers return their Pokémon to their Poké Balls.

Brock sends out Croagunk while Marilyn sends out {{p|Chingling}}, and the battle restarts. Croagunk gains the upper hand against Chingling, this is all however an act played out by Marilyn to see Chingling take the attacks, Dawn then tells her to get to the point with Marilyn hastily obeying. Marilyn orders Chingling to use {{m|Growl}} along with {{m|Confusion}} and Croagunk is almost knocked out. Brock isn't willing to give up and encourages Croagunk to get up, and not wanting to let Brock down it does and uses {{m|Brick Break}}, defeating Chingling. Brock tells how any Pokémon can be valiant regardless of their looks, unless the Trainer bonds with their Pokémon. The two then return their Pokémon, with Brock congratulating Croagunk on an excellent battle.

With the lesson taught by Brock, she switches a Poké Ball containing a cute Pokémon for another Pokémon, which her friends mocked her for thinking it was her cutest Pokémon and thus changed her team to fit their perception. She then sends it out revealing it to be a {{p|Shellder}}, shocking Meowth and Jessie who are peeking from outside. Brock sends out Happiny, however Jessie and Meowth interrupts and tells Marilyn how disappointed they are with Shellder, then James starts to go into Marilyn's bag and steal two Poké Balls contain Cherubi and Chingling, angering Marilyn who orders Shellder to use {{m|Brine}} to catapult itself to Team Rocket. After being hit by Shellder and dropping the two balls, Marilyn orders Shellder to use {{m|Ice Beam}} causing Team Rocket to be frozen rock solid, Happiny uses {{m|Pound}} to send Team Rocket blasting off.

At the end of the day, Dawn receives the package from [[Johanna|her mother]]. Inside is some clothing and a letter from Johanna telling Dawn that as Snowpoint City is very cold she has sent some winter clothing for her, Ash and Brock. Ash and Brock receive very snazzy thick blue jackets while Dawn receives a gorgeous pink coat, new boots and a scarf. Marilyn remarks on how great they look, and now ready to brave the cold weather the gang prepare to head into Snowpoint City so Ash can battle for his seventh Sinnoh [[Badge|Gym Badge]].

==Major events==
* {{an|Dawn}}, {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}} receive winter clothing from [[Johanna]] and change into it.
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===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====


==Characters==
[[File:Ash Dawn Brock clothes.png|thumb|220px|right|The group's new clothes]]
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Marilyn]]
* [[Nurse Joy]]

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Mime Jr.}} ({{OP|James|Mime Jr.}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Buneary}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buneary}})
* {{p|Sudowoodo}} ({{OP|Brock|Sudowoodo}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Happiny}} ({{OP|Brock|Happiny}})
* {{p|Carnivine}} ({{OP|James|Carnivine}})
* {{p|Cherubi}} ([[Marilyn]]'s)
* {{p|Chingling}} ([[Marilyn]]'s)
* {{p|Shellder}} ([[Marilyn]]'s)
* {{p|Chansey}} ({{OP|Nurse Joy|Chansey}})
* {{p|Stunky}}
* {{p|Skorupi}}
* {{p|Kricketot}}
* {{p|Hippopotas}}
* {{p|Sandshrew}}

==Trivia==
[[File:DP eyecatch 11.png|thumb|220px|right|New eyecatch]]
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{p|Xatu}}
* A new [[eyecatch]] makes its debut in this episode. It features {{an|Brock}}, marking his first time being at the center of an eyecatch.
* {{an|Dawn}}'s winter clothing resembles the clothing worn by her {{ga|Dawn|game counterpart}} in {{game|Platinum}} (her hair clips and hat are different), while the jackets worn by {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}} resemble those worn by {{ga|Lucas}}.
* {{TP|Dawn|Ambipom}} was not removed from the [[High Touch!|opening]] despite leaving the main cast in the previous episode.
* This is the first time {{TP|Brock|Sudowoodo}} has used {{m|Fake Tears}} since its [[evolution]] [[DP014|111 episodes ago]].
* This is the final episode to be aired solely in a 4:3 aspect ratio in the dub. Starting with the [[DP126|following episode]], the dub would adopt the aspect ratio change and high-definition presentation first seen in the original Japanese version with ''[[DP121|The Lonely Snover!]]''; however, [[DP131|after just five episodes]] Cartoon Network started to become inconsistent with the aspect ratio, switching between 4:3 and 16:9 every few episodes, though high-definition presentations were maintained in all cases.
* Team Rocket doesn't recite their {{motto}} in this episode.

===Errors===
* When {{an|Dawn}} was holding the box of clothes and walking toward the benches, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} was nowhere to be seen. However, when the screen zoomed to the box and bench, Piplup is seen near the box.
* When [[Dawn's Buneary]] and {{p|Cherubi}} were battling, Cherubi didn't have to charge up when using {{m|SolarBeam}}.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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'''To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!''' (Japanese: '''ポケモンピンポン大会！エテボースがんばる！！''' ''Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament! {{tt|Eteboth|Ambipom}} Does Her Best!!'') is the 124th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 590th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on April 23, 2009 and in the United States on September 12, 2009.
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==Synopsis==

"Following {{an|Dawn}}'s {{to|Sandalstraw}} Pokémon [[Contest]], our heroes have decided to stay in Sandalstraw Town for some [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament|Pokémon Ping Pong]]." {{Ash}} excitedly bursts out of [[Pokémon Center]], enthusiastically practicing his swing along with {{AP|Pikachu}}. Dawn, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}, {{TP|Dawn|Ambipom}} and {{an|Brock}} come out, as {{an|Barry}} comes from around the corner just as excited as Ash. Barry proclaims his [[Sinnoh]] Pokémon Ping Pong conquest, practicing his swing along with Ash. Dawn, however, has only a vague knowledge of the rules and she announces this fact, much to Ash and Barry's dismay. Barry explains to her that Pokémon Ping Pong is where a Trainer and one of their Pokémon compete as a team. The Trainer is the only one allowed to have a paddle, while the Pokémon is allowed to use a part of their body instead. The Trainer always serves, and the first team with 11 points wins a game and first to win 3 games wins the match. Dawn enthusiastically decides to enter the tournament as well.

Outside of the Ping Pong tournament hall, Ash and Dawn fill out their paper work to register. Ash naturally chooses Pikachu as his partner, while Dawn picks Ambipom due to the knowledge of Ping Pong moves she displayed during the Contest. Dawn tells the others that she and Barry believe Ambipom really likes Pokémon Ping Pong, which Ambipom eagerly acknowledges. Brock tells Piplup that it will be with him in the stands. Coming around back, the gang notices the practice tables and Ash and Dawn decide to make good use of them. Dawn asks Ash to call heads or tails, and she uses the Coin Flip application on her [[Pokétch]]. Ash calls heads and wins, allowing him to serve first. Getting into position, Ash reminds Dawn that Trainers always serve before starting the match. As the match continues, a young man walks by noticing the match. Dawn hits the ball pass Ash, who has Pikachu hit it back which catches Dawn off guard. Ambipom jumps up, hitting the ball with tremendous force surprising Ash and Pikachu. The ball hurdles out of bounds pass Ash, engulfed in flames and towards the young man. He effortlessly catches it and is very impressed by Ambipom's skill. Dawn and the others rush over, apologizing for the incident and asking if he was ok. The young man tells her he is fine, and comments how its nice to see new teams entering the tournament. He then compliments Ambipom's reflexes and power thrusts. He assumes it to be from daily ping pong related training, only to find out that Dawn and Ambipom have only began playing Pokémon Ping Pong. He tells them how impressed he is, gives them some pointers and wishes them luck before continuing on his way. Brock notices that the young man is on a magazine he has, and brings attention to it.

Later in the tournament hall, the teams gather in preparation for the tournament. Ash, Pikachu, Dawn, Ambipom, Barry and his {{TP|Barry|Empoleon}} arrive noticing the team lineups. Ash and Dawn notice that if they both win the first round, they would have to play against each other in the second. Dawn tells Ash she'll see him in round two, which causes Barry to boast about they would need to make it into the semi-finals to go up against him. Dawn accepts his challenge to meet him in the semi-finals, and then notices the young man before. She calls attention to his picture on the lineup board, where he is placed separately from everyone else and is bypassing the first round. Barry is shocked when Dawn refers to him as "that guy from before" and tells the gang that young man's true identity as last year's winner, [[O]]. He continues to tell them that O has the reputation of being the strongest player ever, and is always on the lookout for new talent and has earned a lot of respect for his global efforts to spread word on Pokémon Ping Pong. Ash comments on O sounding like a cool guy, and Barry tells him they are going beat "that cool guy" and show him who is the strongest. A whistle blows, calling attention to the announcer who informs the contestants it's time to begin. Meanwhile in the stands, a disguised [[James]] meets up with Brock. James begins to panic when he notices who it is, but his disguise fools Brock (as always) and they begin to talk. Brock asks James if he has a friend in the tournament, and James tells Brock that he has a friend ([[Jessie]]) who is just a beginner. James goes on to say that his heart is going "pitter pat," which Brock can relate to. They then take turns holding their hands on their hearts and chanting "pitter pitter pat pat." Seemingly becoming fast friends, Brock comments on their similarity and claims "great minds thinking alike." James response that they have the greatest, and the two embrace laughing boastfully much to Piplup's dismay.

Down on the tournament floor, the teams are gathered before the announcer and something with a tarp over it. The announcer pulls the tarp off, and announces that the winners of the competition will win solid gold ping pong balls. The announcer then continues to tell the teams about the second place prize, a year supply of special Pokémon food. Enviously eyeing the prizes, {{MTR}} speaks about having gold fever. Jessie quickly pins Meowth down to stifle him, telling him he'll blow their cover if he's heard talking. The announcer tells the teams to get to their tables, and the tournaments begins. At their tables, the opponents size each other up and show their determination. Despite being nervous himself, Ash tells Dawn that they're there for fun. Dawn informs Ash that he's holding a fan instead of a paddle, and with his knees shaking Dawn tries to calm his nerves.

Meanwhile Jessie (or Jessilynlyn) and Meowth are set to face off against Haverson and his {{p|Marowak}}. The referee calls attention to Meowth holding a paddle, and reminds him that the rules prohibit it. Jessie tries to argue that Marowak has a bone, but is told that according to the rules this is allowed. Jessie claims the rules are unfair attempting to argue with the referee, but Meowth pulls her hair to get her into a huddle and talk. Meowth tells Jessie he doesn't need a paddle, and she tells the referee that a genius like her needs a handicap. The referee uses Coin Flip on his Pokétch, and Halverson wins first serve. He serves the ball, and Jessie tells Meowth to "slice and dice," which he responds to by using {{m|Fury Swipes}} on the ball slicing it into thirds. Since Meowth has used a move (and destroyed the ball), he and Jessie are instantly disqualified much to James' churning.

Elsewhere Ash and Pikachu face Wilkinson and his {{p|Farfetch'd}}. From the stand Brock comments on Wilkinson being a well known player of Pokémon Ping Pong. Ash serves and Farfetch'd hits it back to him, and he hits it to Wilkinson who hits to Pikachu who returns it to Farfetch'd. They go through this cycle several times until Ash and Wilkinson get into a heated rally with the ball. Wilkinson hits the ball pass Ash's head, and Pikachu saves with its tail. However Farfetch'd manages to hit the ball, and it bounces off the table and into Ash's jaw earning Team Wilkinson first point. Pikachu asks Ash if he's alright, and Ash reassures Pikachu he's fine. At Dawn's table the match between her, Ambipom and Team Scientist is well underway. Dawn and Ambipom are caught in a similar cycle to the one Ash and Team Wilkinson were in. Dawn plays hard as the ball is hit to {{p|Alakazam}}. Desperate to determine where the ball will come from, Dawn tries to read Alakazam's movement. She sees it lift its left hand, and tells Ambipom to go to the left. However Alakazam hits the ball to the right, soaring past Dawn and earning Team Scientist a point. Dawn learns from her mistake, and serves the ball. The ball goes towards Alakazam again, and it hits it with its right hand sending the ball past Dawn narrowly missing her head. Ambipom saves by using its tails, giving Dawn an idea of how to win. The ball goes toward Scientist who flinches, and the ball blunts off his paddle and to Ambipom. Ambipom hits the ball with similar force from earlier, setting it on fire and roaring pass Team Scientist earning a point. Dawn thanks Ambipom for the save, and she becomes focused and determined to win with Ambipom.

The matches continues with Ash having lost to Wilkinson, and Dawn prevailing over Scientist. Halverson goes on to win against a female Trainer and her {{p|Chikorita}}. Barry, having won his first round against a woman and her {{p|Grovyle}}, goes on to play and win against a Trainer and his {{p|Hitmontop}} in the second round. Outside of the arena Meowth tries to apologize to Jessie for losing them the match. Angry she scolds him, and voices her plan to steal the golden ping pong balls by force. She then orders Meowth to build a robot, but he tells her their bank account is empty and he can't do it. Aggravated Jessie storms off to join James in the stands, with Meowth following behind. Ash, depressed that he lost, joins Brock and Piplup. Brock consoles him, and Ash apologizes to Pikachu for them losing. However, despite feeling bad and that he let Pikachu down, Ash comments on how well Dawn is doing in the tournament. James informs them Halverson, who beat Jessilynlyn (he almost said Jessie) will face off against Dawn in the third round.

With the third round underway and ten points, Dawn and Ambipom fiercely go against Halverson and Marowak. O watches from the sidelines, still amazed at Dawn and Ambipom's skill given they are only beginners. The ball goes pass Dawn, and Ambipom saves before it hits the ground. Ambipom hits the ball with tremendous force, sending it towards Marowak. Marowak tries to use its bone to hit the ball back, but the force is too much for Marowak. The ball knocks the bone out of Marowak's hand, hitting out of bounds earning Dawn and Ambipom the winning point. From the stands Ash and the others watch, with Brock commenting on Dawn and Ambipom increasingly becoming better with each match. James however tells them it is Ambipom who is contributing the most to the wins. Behind James, Jessie who is still sulking over her lost and humiliation, reminisces on how she should have made Ambipom (who was still an {{p|Aipom}}) hers during the [[DP022|festival Contest]]. As Dawn and Ambipom rest, Barry and his Empoleon face O and his {{p|Shiftry}}. Barry comments on Dawn and Ambipom's success, and tells Empoleon that they will beat O then play against her. Barry's match with O begins, and Barry serves. O hits the ball to Empoleon who hits it above O's head. O ducks his head as Shiftry comes in for the save, and Shiftry sends the ball flying pass Barry and Empoleon. As Dawn sits in astonishment at Shiftry's technique, Ambipom shadow boxes in preparation for the next round. The match doesn't go much better for Barry and he is swiftly beaten by O. Barry obviously doesn't take the defeat well and leaves the group almost immediately afterward. Now O and Dawn are to play next in the semi-finals, and whoever wins will go on to face Theodore and his {{p|Gliscor}} in the final.

Dawn's match with O begins and she and Ambipom give it their all, however their teamwork is slipping against someone who has a lot more experience with Pokémon Ping Pong. This is indicated when Shiftry hits the ball, and Dawn and Ambipom collide trying to hit it back. O and Shiftry win the game, and Ash and Brock converse on Dawn and Ambipom's declining performance. Ash calls to Dawn to relax as the next game starts. O and Shiftry intimidate Dawn, and she tries to calm herself but is having trouble. Ambipom places her hand on Dawn's shoulder and reassures her with a motivational shadow boxing display. Dawn's confidence raises, and she is ready to continue the match. O serves, and the ball goes past Dawn. Luckily Ambipom saves, and the ball goes towards Shiftry who hits it to back to Dawn. Dawn swings and returns, but the force of the impact breaks her paddle. Taking advantage of the situation, O hits the ball, but Ambipom manages to hit it back. Ambipom faces off against both O and Shiftry using her tails, and holds her own very impressively. Ambipom evens the score up, gaining her and Dawn point after point. With tears in her eyes Dawn yells her support to encourage Ambipom. Ambipom hits the ball pass O and Shiftry, gaining the eleventh point and winning them the game. Dawn picks up another paddle and joins Ambipom again, filled with confidence and pride from Ambipom's efforts. O announces that he's going to win, and serves the ball.

Later Dawn sits anxiously outside the Pokémon Center's treatment room. Sadly she got knocked out of the tournament by O but the important matter at hand is that Ambipom got hospitalized from the intense match. Dawn sits outside the operating room listening to the TV, as it is announced that O and Shiftry beat Theodore and his Gliscor and won their second consecutive title. A melody plays as the treatment sign dims, and [[Nurse Joy]] exits with {{TP|Nurse Joy|Chansey}}. Nurse Joy informs Dawn that Ambipom was exhausted, and that she has no real injuries reassuring Dawn there is nothing to worry about. Ambipom happily steps out of the room to great Dawn, who immediately apologizes for placing so much responsibility on her while she did nothing. O walks into the room, calling out to Dawn and getting her attention. He tells her that he witnessed remarkable skill in his match with her and Ambipom and offers to train what could be one of the most powerful Pokémon Ping Pong players yet. Mistaken he means her, she tells him that she appreciates his offer but her focus is Pokémon Contests. O apologizes for the misunderstanding, and clarifies that its Ambipom he would like to train which surprises Dawn. O tells Ambipom that he is impressed with her abilities and, while making swing motions, tells her he wants to take her to the top of the Pokémon Ping Pong world. Ambipom jumps around swinging her tails in joy, as O tells Dawn he hopes she thinks about his offer. O leaves, and Dawn is left with a very tough decision.

Later that night Dawn bursts into Ash and Brock's bedroom in panic. Ash asks her what is the matter, and she tells them that she can't find Ambipom. They rush outside to begin searching, when a peculiar sound coming from behind the Center catches their attention. They investigate to find Ambipom playing with a ping pong ball against the wall. Relieved Dawn watches and speaks about how much fun Ambipom is having. Brock comments on never seeing Ambipom so inspired, and Ash adds on that Ambipom is clearly addicted to Pokémon Ping Pong. Dawn confesses that she is still unsure of what to do, and tells the others about O's offer. Dawn asks Ash what he would do...

We are then reminded of how Ash first met his Aipom when she stole his hat and how initially she was very mischievous and was always seeking attention from him. However after Ash captured Aipom and she followed him to [[Sinnoh]] the two developed a close bond and, after being traded to Dawn and evolving into Ambipom, eventually became a Contest champion...

Ash, having faced a similar choice more than once, tells Dawn that in the end it's what Ambipom wants to do that's important, and Brock tells her that there is a choice the Trainer has to make too between what a Pokémon wants, and what is best for them and that is part of a Trainer's responsibility. She thanks Brock, and knows what she has to do.

The next morning O prepares to leave and initially assumes that Dawn has turned down his offer until she approaches him. She tells him that she thought a lot about what he asked her, and she has decided the best thing to do is to let Ambipom decide what she wants to do. Dawn looks at Ambipom and asks her what she wants to do, continue in Contests with Dawn or take up Pokémon Ping Pong full-time. She then holds out Ambipom's [[Poké Ball]] in a [[Ball Capsule]] and a ping pong ball in either hand asking her to choose. Ambipom grabs the ping pong ball, which makes Dawn a little sad. However, Ambipom then grabs the Poké Ball, and then Dawn's hat and finally Ash's and begins juggling them joyfully. Dawn asks Ambipom if she has figured out what she's going to do, and she put their hats back in place, examining the ping pong ball and her Poké Ball. Ambipom has a tough time deciding as she loves Contests, Battles, and Ping Pong equally, but with Dawn's support she hands her back the Poké Ball. Knowing it wants to play Pokémon Ping Pong, Dawn asks O to take good care of Ambipom. O promises and Ambipom joins O at his side. Pikachu and Piplup wish their friend goodbye, and Ambipom gives them a thumbs up with its tail. O tells Dawn that his Pokémon Ping Pong training center is located in [[Vermilion City]] in [[Kanto]], meaning they can visit anytime much to everyone's joy. Dawn tells Ambipom to stay well and get strong, and Ash wishes his Pokémon good luck. Ambipom grabs her Trainers hands fondly and bids them goodbye.

Soon, O and Ambipom are leaving. Ash, Dawn and the others wave Ambipom goodbye and she waves back as she leaves for her new future as a Pokémon Ping Pong Champion.

==Major events==
* {{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}}, {{an|Barry}} and [[Jessie]] enter the [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament]] and all end up being defeated.
* {{an|Barry}} leaves the group.
* {{TP|Dawn|Ambipom}} leaves with [[O]] for {{pkmn|training}} to become a Ping Pong champion.
{{animeevents}}
===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Nurse Joy]]
* {{an|Barry}}
* [[O]]
* [[Max]] (flashback)
* [[Halverson]]
* [[Theodore]]
* [[Wilkinson]]
* {{tc|Scientist}}
* Tournament participants
* Referees
* Audience

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Aipom}} ({{OP|Ash|Aipom}}; flashback)
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}}; flashback)
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Ambipom}} ({{OP|Dawn|Ambipom}}; given to O for training)
* {{p|Empoleon}} ({{OP|Barry|Empoleon}})
* {{p|Shiftry}} ([[O]]'s)
* {{p|Chansey}} ({{OP|Nurse Joy|Chansey}})
* {{p|Marowak}} ([[Halverson]]'s)
* {{p|Farfetch'd}} ([[Wilkinson]]'s)
* {{p|Gliscor}} ([[Theodore]]'s)
* {{p|Alakazam}} (Scientist's)
* {{p|Chikorita}}
* {{p|Hitmontop}}
* {{p|Grovyle}}
* {{p|Machamp}}
* {{p|Hariyama}}
* {{p|Whismur}}
* {{p|Shuckle}}
* {{p|Azumarill}}
* {{p|Wooper}}
* {{p|Venonat}}
* {{p|Machop}}
* {{p|Shinx}}
* {{p|Cloyster}}
* {{p|Aipom}} (multiple; flashback)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{p|Happiny}}
* An instrumental version of ''[[A Small Thing]]'' is used as background music.
* The ending animation receives a minor change in this episode, as the [[Pikachu Colored Pichu|Pikachu-colored]] {{p|Pichu}} is now surrounded by sparkles when it first appears similar to the games when a [[Shiny Pokémon]] enters a {{pkmn|battle}}.
* The dub title is based on a well-known quote ''To Thine Own Self Be True'', from {{wp|William Shakespeare}}'s {{wp|Hamlet}}.
* As Dawn is waiting in the hall of the Pokémon center, the [[Generation I]] healing music is heard before Nurse Joy exits the operation room.
* This episode shares some similarities with ''[[EP029|The Punchy Pokémon]]'':
** A main character participates in a special Contest, using a [[Ash's Primeape|monkey-based]] [[Dawn's Ambipom|Pokémon]].
** The main character ends up giving his/her Pokémon that participated the Contest to be trained for [[Anthony (Kanto)|another]] [[O|participant]] of the Contest.

===Errors===
[[File:DP124Error.png|thumb|225px|Marowak's bone]]
* During the match between Dawn and Halverson, the end of Marowak's bone is colored brown instead of white.
* During the match between Dawn and Halverson the score board states Halverson is winning the games 10-9 over Dawn, however when Dawn wins just one rally she also wins the game which is impossible due to a person only scoring one point at a time.
* In [[O]]'s match against {{an|Dawn}}, in one scene, O was winning 10-6, but when Dawn breaks her paddle, O was winning 9-7.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn={{tt|神奇寶貝乒乓大會！雙尾怪手加油！|Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament! Ambipom, Do Your Best!}}
|cs={{tt|Buď upřímný ke svému Pokémonovi|Be honest to your Pokémon}}
|da=Vær tro mod din Pokémon!
|de={{tt|Pokémon Tischtennis!|Pokémon Table Tennis!}}
|nl={{tt|Wees Eerlijk tegen je Eigen Pokémon!|Be Honest with your Own Pokémon!}}
|fi={{tt|Pokémonisi oman tiensä löytäköön!|Your Pokémon will find its own way!}}
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title_en=Old Rivals, New Tricks!|
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broadcast_jp=April 16, 2009 |
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'''Old Rivals, New Tricks!''' (Japanese: '''ポケモンコンテスト！タツナミ大会！！''' ''Pokémon Contest! {{tt|Tatsunami|Sandalstraw}} Tournament!!'') is the 123rd episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 589th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on April 16, 2009 and in the United States on September 5, 2009.

{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
{{Ash}}, {{AP|Pikachu}}, {{TP|Dawn|Ambipom}}, {{an|Barry}}, and his {{TP|Barry|Empoleon}} are exercising and practicing for the upcoming Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament while {{an|Brock}}, Dawn, and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} watch. Kenny comes up to them and tells Dawn that she should be focusing on the {{to|Sandalstraw}} {{pkmn|Contest}} for her fifth {{DL|Ribbon|In the anime|Ribbon}}. She tells him that she was just putting the finishing touches on their moves and says that she's entering Ambipom for both rounds which surprises Kenny. Dawn explains to Kenny that she's trying earn her victory with Ambipom for Ash, as if he hadn't traded his {{p|Aipom}} to her then she wouldn't have such a well-trained Pokémon competing for her. [[Jessie]] (or rather Jesselina) is also participating in the Contest for her third Ribbon, and has decided to take a cue from [[Ursula]] and the way she used her Pokémon's ability to store energy during the {{to|Chocovine}} {{pkmn|Contest}}. [[James]] agrees to let her use his {{TP|James|Mime Jr.}} for the appeals.

Dawn starts some last-minute practice with Kenny while Ash and Pikachu practice Pokémon Ping Pong with Barry and Empoleon. {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} shows some interest, despite trying to hide it from Dawn. After the practice begins an {{m|Ice Shard}} is launched at them which Ambipom smashes with {{m|Double Hit}}. Dawn asks Mamoswine if it was responsible for that Ice Shard asks if Mamoswine wants to compete in the Contest too, but Mamoswine attempts to go back to sleep. Dawn and Ambipom get back to practicing and Mamoswine sends another Ice Shard their way. Dawn says she's sure Mamoswine wants to compete but Mamoswine still refuses to show real interest which makes Piplup angry. Dawn isn't fazed, positive that someday Mamoswine will compete in a Pokémon Contest. Brock thinks that Mamoswine wants some attention and reminds Ash of how Ambipom used to act while she was still an Aipom. Ash has very fond memories of the times they shared and wished Ambipom the best of luck in the Contest.

The Sandalstraw Contest is soon underway and [[Marian]] introduces the {{pkmn|Coordinator}}s while Ash, Brock, Barry, Pikachu, Piplup, {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}, {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}}, and Mamoswine watch and cheer Dawn on. Barry says that he's never been to a real Contest before as Marian introduces [[Raoul Contesta|Mr. Contesta]], [[Mr. Sukizo]], and Sandalstraw's [[Nurse Joy]].

Jessie disguised as Jessilina is the first entrant and calls Mime Jr for the appeal. James, {{MTR}}, and {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}} cheer her on from the top of the stands in disguises. Jessie tells Mime Jr. to use {{m|Teeter Dance}}, and Mime Jr. sits on the floor in seemingly meditation which confuses the judges, audience and Ash and {{Ashfr}}. However Mime Jr. soon unleashes its stored energy and uses Teeter Dance while on its head. Everyone in the stadium (Ash, his friends, the Pokémon, the audience, Marian and even the judges) is affected by the Teeter Dance and begin dancing. Dawn and Kenny, who aren't affected by Teeter Dance as they're watching from the waiting area backstage, comment on Jessilina's change of style. The judges love Mime Jr.'s presentation and it appears Jessilina is going to move on to the battle rounds.

Soon it's Kenny's turn, and he calls out his {{p|Machoke}} and tells it to use {{m|Focus Energy}}. This helps Machoke to show off its muscles. An enormous dumbbell weighing three times Machoke's body weight is lowered onto the stage. Machoke uses {{m|Strength}} to lift it with one arm and switches to the other. Barry watched the appeal amazed and decides that he wants to eventually catch a Machoke. Brock comments on how Contest moves are usually graceful and beautiful so it was a smart move for Kenny to show off how strong Machoke is. Dawn admires from the back room while Jessie is indifferent as always. Kenny jumps up and handstands on top of the dumbbell Machoke is holding ending their presentation. The judges love it.

It's Dawn's turn next, and Kenny tells Dawn that she better get through to the battle as he wants the chance to defeat her this time. Now only would it make up for his loss to her in the {{to|Floaroma}} {{pkmn|Contest}}, but he also reveals that he saw Dawn compete in the [[Wallace Cup]] and he wants to be able to defeat the person who won it. Dawn promises her friend and rival that she'll do her best.

Dawn is next and calls out Ambipom with a Song Seal and orders for {{m|Double Team}} and {{m|Focus Punch}}. Ambipom Double Teams into a circle, uses Focus Punch on the ♪'s and ♫'s, dances in midair and covers the stage with sparkles. Brock comments on how Ambipom and Dawn are totally in sync, and Mamoswine opens its eyes to watch. Kenny cheers Dawn on from the back room. Then Ambipom uses {{m|Swift}}, hits the stars with its tail as a ping pong move, and spins around in midair swirling the stars around herself. Ambipom uses {{m|Double Hit}} and the stars break into sparkles. Marian and the judges love her performance and Mamoswine is impressed. Ash and friends notice Mamoswine watching and ask Mamoswine's opinion of Dawn's performance but goes back to napping.

Dawn joins Ash and co. in the stands and is extremely nervous about making it into Round 2. Dawn tells them that Kenny said he's very determined to win the Contest and Ash encourages her. Jessie, Kenny, and Dawn make it into Round 2. Mamoswine shows some interest, Brock advises her to stay calm and Kenny and Dawn exchange friendly rivalry. Meowth and James praise Jessie and Mime Jr. Jessie will be using her Seviper in Round 2.

Jessie, Dawn and Kenny defeat their first matched coordinator. Jessie and Dawn battle in the semifinals and Dawn defeats her easily. James and Meowth are afraid are what will happen to them because Jessie lost.

Dawn and Kenny make it to the finals. Dawn uses Ambipom while Kenny uses his Prinplup. Mamoswine is wide awake and watching. Kenny begins with a {{m|Drill Peck}} and Dawn counters with Swift. Ambipom uses Double Team and Prinplup uses {{m|BubbleBeam}}. Ambipom hits the BubbleBeam back with a Focus Punch. Prinplup uses {{m|Metal Claw}} to hit them back again turning the Contest into a ping pong match. Marian says this ping pong exchange during a Contest battle is a first. Prinplup uses BubbleBeam again right after a Metal Claw and Ambipom uses Double Hit to pop the bubbles. Prinplup uses Drill Peck, Ambipom uses Focus Punch and the two collide in midair. Prinplup uses Metal Claw while nosediving and spinning. Ambipom goes for a direct attack and tries to use Double Hit but it fails, leaving Ambipom wide-open to attack. Kenny has Prinplup use Drill Peck, and Prinplup lands a direct-hit which knocks out Ambipom, causing Dawn to be instantly eliminated and giving Kenny the win and the contest. Dawn praises Ambipom and Ash and co. are saddened. Jessie says that she needs another Pokémon to partner with for the next Contest and Meowth swears that he will win the next Contest. Raoul Contesta praises Kenny and hands him the Sandalstraw Contest Ribbon. Kenny says the Ribbon belongs to his Prinplup and Machoke. Dawn thinks she was hung up on getting her fifth Ribbon, and Brock says she should be proud for how well she performed in this Contest.

Kenny leaves to [[Pokémon training|train]] and catch more Pokémon. Both Dawn and Kenny promise that they will defeat the other the next time they meet. Barry suggests that Dawn should participate in the upcoming [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament]] because of how well Ambipom did during the ping pong exchange.

==Major events==
* {{an|Dawn}} loses the {{to|Sandalstraw}} {{pkmn|Contest}} in the final battle round which also results in her first loss to {{si|Kenny}}.
* Kenny wins the Sandalstraw Contest and his fourth [[Ribbon]].
* {{TP|Dawn|Ambipom}} discovers her talent for ping pong.
* Dawn decides to enter the [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament]] along with {{Ash}} and {{an|Barry}}.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Marian]]
* [[Raoul Contesta]]
* [[Mr. Sukizo]]
* [[Nurse Joy]]
* {{si|Kenny}}
* {{an|Barry}}
* {{pkmn|Coordinator}}s

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Aipom}} ({{OP|Ash|Aipom}}; flashback)
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Mime Jr.}} ({{OP|James|Mime Jr.}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Buneary}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buneary}})
* {{p|Pachirisu}} ({{OP|Dawn|Pachirisu}})
* {{p|Ambipom}} ({{OP|Dawn|Ambipom}})
* {{p|Mamoswine}} ({{OP|Dawn|Mamoswine}})
* {{p|Happiny}} ({{OP|Brock|Happiny}})
* {{p|Seviper}} ({{OP|Jessie|Seviper}})
* {{p|Prinplup}} ({{OP|Kenny|Prinplup}})
* {{p|Machoke}} ({{si|Kenny}}'s)
* {{p|Empoleon}} ({{OP|Barry|Empoleon}})
* {{p|Gabite}} ({{OP|Ursula|Gabite}}; flashback)
* {{p|Gastrodon}}
* {{p|Haunter}}
* {{p|Vulpix}}
* {{p|Drowzee}}
* {{p|Stunky}}
* {{p|Flareon}}
* {{p|Seedot}}
* {{p|Bronzong}}
* {{p|Smoochum}}
* {{p|Shellder}}
* {{p|Masquerain}}

==Trivia==
* There is no [[Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]] following this episode.
* This is the first episode in which Kenny is seen obtaining a Ribbon on-screen. All others were shown on television.
* This episode is similar to a Contest in a previous episode, ''[[DP061|Team Shocker!]]'', as Dawn uses only {{TP|Dawn|Ambipom}}, loses the Contest, and Kenny participates.
* As of this episode, Kenny is the third {{pkmn|Coordinator}} to include oneself in the appeal rounds of a {{pkmn|Contest}} with {{an|Dawn}} and [[Jessie|Jessilina]] preceding him.
* In this episode, {{TP|Dawn|Ambipom}} participates in what turns out to be her [[DP124|final Contest]].
* This is the first Contest after its capture in ''[[DP080|The Thief That Keeps on Thieving!]]'' that Jessie did not use {{TP|Jessie|Yanmega}} in.
* The dub's title is based on the phrase, ''Old Dog, New Tricks''.
* James and Meowth wear the outfits they wore in ''[[EP014|Electric Shock Showdown]]''. Wobbuffet is also wearing the outfit as well.
* An instrumental version of [[By Your Side ~Hikari's Theme~]] is used during Dawn's appeal round.
* Team Rocket doesn't blast off or recite their {{motto}} during this episode.

===Errors===
[[File:DP123Error.png|thumb|220px|right|Piplup's missing "cape"]]
* During the second round battles, {{TP|Dawn|Ambipom}} uses {{m|Double Hit}} on a {{p|Haunter}}. As a {{type|Normal}} move, it should not affect Haunter, a {{type|Ghost}} Pokémon.
* Just before [[Marian]] announces the finalists, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}'s "cape" is missing.
* In one scene, Empoleon's neck is colored the same as its mouth.
** In the next scene, the bottom portion of Empoleon's mouth is colored black.

===Dub edits===



==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn={{tt|神奇寶貝華麗大賽・立浪大會！|Pokémon Contest - Lìlàng (Sandalstraw) Convention!}}
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'''The Lonely Snover!''' (Japanese: '''さびしがりやのユキカブリ！''' ''The Lonely {{tt|Yukikaburi|Snover}}!'') is the 121st episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 587th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on April 2, 2009, as part of a one-hour special along with ''[[DP122|Stopped in the Name of Love!]]'' and in the United States on August 22, 2009.
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==Synopsis==
“Pausing for a moment on their way to [[Snowpoint City]], and {{Ash}}’s next Sinnoh Gym Battle; A mountain cliff with a sprawling view catches their attention.” As they admire the view, they hear a group of {{p|Cherrim}} cheerfully singing in their sunshine form. {{an|Dawn}} comments on their cuteness, while Ash announces his restlessness on days such as this. Ash voices his eagerness for his battle in Snowpoint City, and Dawn remarks that she knows he's ready for it. However what the gang don't know is that they're being watched.

Ash begins to train {{AP|Grotle}} and {{AP|Chimchar}} in a battle, as {{an|Brock}}, Dawn, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} and Pikachu watch. Ash commands Grotle to use {{m|Razor Leaf}}, and Chimchar to dodge and use {{m|Flamethrower}}. Chimchar dodges the storm of leaves, and unleashes its Flamethrower. Ash tells Grotle to dodge and use {{m|Bite}}, however due to its speed lost from evolving Grotle is hit in the side of the face. Grotle shakes off the attack and continues with its previous instructions. Grotle clenches its jaws onto Chimchar’s arm, pinning it to the ground. Brock and Dawn comment on how strong Grotle has become since it evolved. Ash orders Chimchar to knock Grotle off with another flamethrower. Temporarily phased by the flames, Grotle lets loose and backs away allowing Chimchar to stand up. Grotle remarks on Chimchar’s attack, and Ash calls an end to the training match. Ash praises Chimchar for a good job, then Grotle with Pikachu joining in. Ash notices Grotle’s exhaustion and suggests to Grotle that it heal itself with {{m|Synthesis}}. Grotle agrees, and uses Synthesis restoring its health. Healed it wallows with happiness, that is until a {{m|Powder Snow}} hurtles towards it and the others. Ash and the gang are flash-frozen in various poses of surprise, with the exception of Chimchar’s tail flame. Just then the unknown Pokémon reveals itself... a {{p|Snover}}, which pops out from behind a bush and cautiously approaches. Snover investigates them, then breaks into a gleeful dance before noticing Chimchar’s still roaring tail flame. The flame melts and breaks free from the ice causing Snover to retreat in fear. Snover hides behind its bush, then peeks back to see Chimchar freshly thawed from the ice. Chimchar is a little dazed as it falls back, then it becomes fully aware when it sees the other's frozen condition. Chimchar uses Flamethrower to thaw and free the others. Confused on what had taken place, they decide to go.

{{p|Snover}} continues to pops up without knowing, stopping to use {{m|Grass Knot}} against them. Ash falls causing Brock to rush to his aid, also falling victim to Grass Knot. Dawn begins to comment on how they should watch where they are going, only to meet a similar fate. Brock questions the event, and observes two grass blades tied into a loop around his foot. Brock identifies it as a Grass Knot, and the group realizes that the strange events from before and this was caused by a Pokémon. Dawn suspects the Pokémon of still being around as Snover laughs. Ash calls attention to the bush Snover is hiding behind, and they go to investigate. Snover panics from their threats and uses {{m|Ingrain}}, which causes vines to burst out of the ground and capture Ash and the others. Snover comes out of hiding and dances in celebration, revealing who it was that been playing pranks on them. Ash, who had his hands free, pulls out his Pokédex to identify Snover. Thinking it has secured them, Snover approaches them. Ash angrily calls out Grotle and has it use Razor Leaf to free them. Snover preemptively uses {{m|GrassWhistle}} to put everyone asleep, then happily goes over to Ash to wake him. Snover shakes Ash’s shoulder, waking him up and surprising him. Snover gleefully hugs Ash, and snuggles him. GrassWhistle’s effects wear off the others, who wake up to the scene. Dawn questions Ash on what was happening, and Ash replies that Snover is showing that it's friendly. Snover lets go of Ash, picking a Snoverberry off itself for Ash. Ash accepts, causing Dawn and Brock to examine the strange gift. Ash splits his giving half to Brock, and Snover hands Dawn a whole one. They all split their shares with the Pokémon and consume the pieces. They are surprised by the taste, and then they thank Snover. Brock comes up with the conclusion that Snover used all the pranks so he could stop them, then share the fruit with them. Snover becomes embarrassed as Ash comments on how extreme its approach was, while {{TRT}} spies on them from above. From their balloon, Team Rocket begin to plan a scheme to give Snover to {{an|Giovanni|the Boss}}. They fantasize about him opening up Snoverberry stands, and becoming richer by cornering the market... naturally Giovanni will then decide to return the favor and make them rich too. They cheer happily at the thought, with James the only one to question if a Snover can produced enough Berries.

Night falls and Ash and the others are enjoying dinner with the Pokémon. Snover displays a healthy appetite, enjoying all of the attention. After dinner Ash and his friends say their good nights to Snover, but Snover is reluctant to leave his friends. They notice this behavior and Ash invites Snover for breakfast, in extension to staying the night with them. Snover eagerly accepts in a comical manner, much to the other's amusement. As the group sleeps, Team Rocket lands their balloon. With a robotic arm, they steal a Berry and eat it. They all cry in joy from the flavor, and compares the Berries to perfection and paradise. They regain their composure, extending the robotic arm to net Snover. Pikachu and Piplup alert the others, and team rocket begin their motto. Having dressed during the motto, Ash questions Team Rocket on what they were doing with Snover. Jessie reveals their plan to give Snover to the boss, and use its Berries to make them rich. Ash angrily refuses to let them have Snover, calling Grotle out and commanding it to use Razor Leaf on the net and free Snover. Snover quickly takes shelter behind Ash, who then tells Pikachu to use Thunderbolt. Pikachu zaps Team Rocket, causing Jessie to become furious. Jessie calls out {{TP|Jessie|Yanmega}} to do a {{m|Silver Wind}} which strikes at Ash and his friends feet, causing them to be distracted as James calls out {{TP|James|Carnivine}}. Carnivine, as per usual and much to Jessie and Meowth's dismay, bites James's head upon release. James commands Carnivine to use {{m|Bullet Seed}}, and it to strikes at the Ash and the others feet. Team Rocket takes this opportunity to escape, and Ash commands Grotle to stop them with Razor Leaf. Grotle is however unable to reach much to its chagrin. Ash has Pikachu use Iron Tail, who dashes up the mountain side and attacking Team Rocket’s Balloon. The balloon ruptures and sends Team Rocket blasting off. Snover celebrates by dancing happily.

The next morning Dawn comments on the weather, while the gang has breakfast. Snover tricks Chimchar out of its Pokéfood, which causes Chimchar to become unhappy. Snover apologizes and presents Chimchar with its food, and Ash comments on it liking practical jokes. Brock suggest that they move on, and Ash tells the Pokémon to get ready. Ash finishes recalling everyone but Grotle. Ash looks for Grotle and notice some wild Pokémon perched on Grotle’s back. Ash and the others investigate and find nuts growing on its back, which the Pokémon were enjoying. Ash samples one and finds out it doesn’t taste good to humans, but great to Pokémon as Pikachu gladly finishes it. The gang notes that this mean that Grotle has now completely adjusted to its evolution from {{p|Turtwig}} and the fact that some Pokémon grow such things as nuts and Berries on their bodies reminds the gang of the wonder and mystery that still surrounds them. Things don’t stay peaceful long though, as Team Rocket launches a surprise attack and captures Grotle and Snover in a cage. Ash and Pikachu retaliate with Thunderbolt, but Team Rocket has protected the balloon from electric attacks. Thinking quickly, Ash tells Grotle to use Energy Ball and destroy Team Rocket’s cage. Grotle blows the side off, and causing Team Rocket’s balloon to descend. The cage rocks, and to everyone’s horror Grotle falls out hurtling towards the ground. Snover uses {{m|Ingrain}} to catch Grotle, setting it down safely. Ash and the others run up to Grotle, and call to Snover to jump and they’ll catch it but it's too scared to move. Jessie tells them that they’re one step ahead of them, and Meowth activates the balloon’s rocket engines. Snover holds on to the cage in fright, and Ash and the others go after them. Ash tells {{AP|Pikachu}} to use {{m|Thunderbolt}}, and Dawn tells Piplup to use {{m|BubbleBeam}} but they can't catch up to the balloon. Grotle, who is lagging badly behind the others, trips over and becomes discouraged at how slow it still is. Grotle remembers how kind and playful Snover was towards the group, and can't bear to allow Team Rocket to get away with it. Hearing it cry in fear Grotle stands up strong, roaring with an outburst of energy. Grotle use Synthesis to regain its strength, then its claws began to grow and illuminate and suddenly glow and sharpen.

The gang is having no luck catching up to the balloon when suddenly Grotle stampedes past them at high speed... on the side of the cliff! Brock comments that Grotle is using {{m|Rock Climb}} and Ash cheers Grotle on, as it has soon not only caught up to Team Rocket but is also matching the height of the balloon. Team Rocket decide to try to outrun Grotle and take the balloon up higher. Grotle gets on the top of cliff and launches itself high into the air much to Team Rocket's surprise it slashes through their balloon. The balloon explodes, as Grotle sails clear... as for Team Rocket, they're sent blasting off again... again. Grotle lands safely, but Snover is unconscious and is hurtling to the ground. Everyone rushes to catch Snover before it's too late, with Brock calling {{TP|Brock|Happiny}} to catch Snover. Happiny speeds ahead but clearly won't make it in time. Grotle however saves the day by launching off the side of the cliff, and using Bite to catch Snover. Grotle drops Snover into Happiny's arms and lands on the ground. Grotle collapses, exhausted but Ash and Snover rush towards it, Ash telling the Grove Pokémon how impressed and proud he is while Snover thanks his friend for saving him.

Later they approach the foot of the mountain, when a group of school children notice Snover. Excited about seeing a Snover, the children hurry over with their teacher following behind. Brock falls for the teacher and scatters over to her, and begin flirting hoping to take the teacher out... however, as usual, Brock is only one taken by {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}}'s {{m|Poison Jab}}. Croagunk drags Brock away, as Ash, Dawn and the Pokémon approach. The kids run over to Snover and gather around it as it danced happily. Snover gives the Teacher a Snoverberry, which Brock (recovered from Croagunk’s Poison Jab) tells them is very delicious. The teacher splits the Berry up into pieces so all the kids could have some, and they are delighted by the taste. The teacher thanks Snover, and the kids and Snover begin playing together. The teacher then ask Ash and the others if they were Pokémon Trainers, to which Ash eagerly replies. Dawn specifies that she is a Coordinator, and the teacher asks if she's arrived for the [[Sandalstraw Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}. Unaware of the Contest, the teacher reveals to Dawn that the Contest is only a few days away... and luckily Sandalstraw Town is very near and within visual distance. Dawn decides to enter, knowing this is the perfect chance for her to get the fifth [[Ribbon]] she needs for the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival|Grand Festival]] so the gang agree to head there. Ash tells Snover they have to go, but with his new friends he shouldn’t be lonely anymore. The gang say their goodbyes and make their way to Sandalstraw Town.

==Major events==
* [[Ash's Grotle]] learns {{m|Rock Climb}}.
* {{an|Dawn}} learns of a {{pkmn|Contest}} in [[Sandalstraw Town]].
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===Debuts===

====Pokémon debuts====
=====TV episode debuts=====
* {{p|Snover}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Giovanni}} ([[Boss fantasy|fantasy]])
* {{OBP|Teacher|DP121}}
* Schoolchildren

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Grotle}} ({{OP|Ash|Grotle}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Chimchar}} ({{OP|Ash|Chimchar}})
* {{p|Buizel}} ({{OP|Ash|Buizel}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Buneary}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buneary}})
* {{p|Pachirisu}} ({{OP|Dawn|Pachirisu}})
* {{p|Ambipom}} ({{OP|Dawn|Ambipom}})
* {{p|Mamoswine}} ({{OP|Dawn|Mamoswine}})
* {{p|Sudowoodo}} ({{OP|Brock|Sudowoodo}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Happiny}} ({{OP|Brock|Happiny}})
* {{p|Yanmega}} ({{OP|Jessie|Yanmega}})
* {{p|Carnivine}} ({{OP|James|Carnivine}})
* {{p|Snover}}
* {{p|Starly}} (×2)
* {{p|Kricketot}}
* {{p|Swablu}} (×2)
* {{p|Cherrim}} (×4)

==Trivia==
* ''[[Together]]'' is used as background music.
* This is the first episode in which a main character's Pokémon explicitly uses a current [[HM]] {{m|Rock Climb|move}}.
* This episode marks the first time [[Ash's Grotle]] has used a move besides {{m|Razor Leaf}} since its evolution in ''[[DP100|Aiding the Enemy!]]''.
*Snover's {{m|GrassWhistle}} is a remix of [[Oración]].
* After eating a piece of Snoverberry, Jessie says, "Full speed to Shangri-La." This is a reference to the fictional Himalayan utopia {{wp|Shangri-La}} from {{wp|James Hilton}}'s novel {{wp|Lost Horizon}}. Snover is a mountain-dwelling Ice Pokémon, and the Himalayas are a freezing cold mountain range, thus Jessie felt like she ate a piece of cold paradise.
* The dub title is the English equivalent of the original title, the first title that is a direct translation since ''[[DP014|Leave It To Brocko!]]''.
* The English title is similar to that of [[BW056|a future episode]].

===Changes===
[[File:DP121 new title card.png|The new title card|thumb]]
[[File:New TBC.png|The new "To Be Continued"|thumb]]
* Much like ''[[EP261|Here's Lookin' at You, Elekid]]'' before it, this episode begins a new era for the Pokémon anime, as it switches from a 4:3 aspect ratio to a widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio, while broadcasting in high-definition for the first time. The US airing of the dub, however, implemented this change from ''[[DP126|Classroom Training!]] onwards.
** However, [[Cartoon Network]]'s standard definition feed from this point still airs the episodes in a 4:3 aspect ratio for viewers accustomed to the 4:3 aspect ratio.
* A new title card is introduced, depicting the [[Sinnoh]] [[Gym]] [[Badge]]s {{Ash}} has acquired, the {{pkmn|Contest}} [[Ribbon]]s {{an|Dawn}} has acquired, silhouettes of {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}}, and the [[Spiky-eared Pichu]] under the title. The Pichu was for a Japanese contest only, so she did not appear in the dub version's title card.
* New [[eyecatch]]es are introduced. This time, Ash is positioned at the center for the first eyecatch, and Dawn is positioned at the center of the second eyecatch. Previously, Dawn was at the center of the eyecatches. In addition, a quiz, only in the Japan version, is introduced, involving answering where the Spiky-eared Pichu appeared in.
* The font used for the "To Be Continued" text at the end of the episode has been changed, after being the same since [[EP001|the first episode]] of the series.
* ''[[Battle Cry - (Stand Up!)]]'' undergoes a complete change from this episode onwards. While the music remains the same, this version of the opening contains clips from ''[[High Touch!]]'' as well as clips from ''[[DP129|Pillars of Friendship!]]''.

===Errors===
[[File:DP121 error.png|The error|thumb]]
* Brock calls Ingrain an attack when it is a status move. This is likely because it was being employed in a non-traditional manner.
* In one scene, the spot on Staraptor's head is missing.
* In the scene where Snover gives out his Berries, his tail is the same color as his body.
* The nuts on Grotle's back disappear with no explanation.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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'''Stopped in the Name of Love!''' (Japanese: '''進化！その時ポッチャマは！？''' ''Evolution! This Time for {{tt|Pochama|Piplup}}!?'') is the 122nd episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 588th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on April 2, 2009, as part of a one-hour special along with ''[[DP121|The Lonely Snover!]]'' and aired in the United States on August 29, 2009.

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==Synopsis==
As {{an|Dawn}}'s upcoming {{pkmn|Contest}} in [[Sandalstraw Town]] approaches, she and the others stops at a local [[Pokémon Center]]. Dawn decides to {{pkmn|training|train}} and summons {{cat|Dawn's Pokémon|all her Pokémon}}, knowing she only needs one more [[Ribbon]] to enter the [[Grand Festival]]. {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} runs forward and collapses, everyone asking if he is okay. Piplup tries to get up and falls again, concerning Dawn. {{an|Barry}} suddenly appears and crashes into {{Ash}} as usual. {{si|Kenny}} also appears and after calling Dawn Dee-Dee (much to her annoyance), asks if she's entering the Contest. Barry reveals that he also knows Kenny since they are both from [[Twinleaf Town]]. Kenny plans to enter the Contest while Barry decides to enter the upcoming [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament]] which is also being held in Sandalstraw Town, showing Ash a flyer about it. {{an|Brock}} mentions that a {{pkmn|Trainer}} and one of his or her [[Pokémon]] will partner up as a team to enter. Barry summons {{TP|Barry|Empoleon}} in order to train, planning to enter with it. As everyone watches, Piplup starts to glow, causing Piplup to jump around. Kenny mentions that Piplup is starting to [[Evolution|evolve]] into {{p|Prinplup}}. Everyone's excited, but Piplup braces himself, stopping the evolution and exhausting Piplup to the point of collapse. Brock urges everyone to go to the Center.

At the Center, [[Nurse Joy]] checks Piplup as she reassures Dawn that Piplup only needs to rest. During dinner, Dawn mentions that it still surprises her that Piplup will evolve. Kenny tells Dawn it's no surprise considering how well she's raised him and Barry also congratulates Dawn on a good job but advises that the evolution path from Piplup to Empoleon only gets harder. Kenny then mentions that as Prinplup is double the size of Piplup, she'll have more to show off in Contests while Ash mentions that she will need to adapt her battling style just as [[DP100|he adapted]] when {{p|Turtwig}} evolved into {{AP|Grotle}}. Although Ash is skeptical of Dawn mentioning her adaptation to {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}}, Dawn is still excited, but Brock displays concern. Outside, {{TRT}} listens in and decides to steal the [[List of Pokémon by evolution family|Piplup evolutionary line]].

During the night, Piplup wakes up and looks at himself in the window's reflection, imagining himself as Prinplup. Dawn comes up from behind and presents Piplup with {{pkmn|food}}, but he refuses. Dawn reveals her excitement for Piplup's evolution, but Piplup doesn't seem enthusiastic as Dawn tries to reassure Piplup. Piplup jumps around as he begins to glow again, the evolution process starting. Dawn tries to get Piplup just let the evolution happen, but Piplup uses {{m|Bide}} to stop evolving, exhausting himself in the progress. Dawn questions Piplup's motives and brings up the positives of evolution, but Piplup gets angry that Dawn appears to be ignoring his unwillingness to evolve and jumps out the window and flees the Center, prompting Dawn to follow. Barry and Empoleon pressure Brock, Kenny and Ash to train for the Ping-Pong tournament (despite the fact that Brock and Kenny don't plan to enter), but Dawn shows up and mentions her situation. Outside, Brock mentions his concerns that Piplup does not want to evolve, using Bide to stop evolution and expend energy. Everyone splits up to search as Kenny summons {{TP|Kenny|Prinplup}} to help search. As Dawn searches on her own, she spots a light in the forest.

Piplup sits under a waterfall, stopping the evolution into Prinplup but collapses into the water. Dawn arrives and picks up Piplup, questioning his reason to not evolve. Piplup gets angry again and jumps out of Dawn's hands before firing {{m|BubbleBeam}} and running off. Dawn searches as she spots Piplup stuck in a web. She runs forward as an {{p|Ariados}} attacks her with {{m|Sludge Bomb}}. While she dodges, Piplup uses BubbleBeam to stall Ariados. Dawn runs forward as another Sludge Bomb grazes the top of her head, causing her to trip. The attack frees Piplup and sends him airborne, but Dawn quickly catches Piplup. However, multiple Ariados confront the two and all prepare to fire {{m|Hyper Beam}}. Just before the [[Move|attacks]] hit, Piplup jumps forward and uses Bide to take the attacks before retaliating, sending all the Ariados flying. Piplup collapses exhausted as Dawn picks up Piplup.

As Barry and Kenny continue searching, a {{m|Bullet Seed}} attack knocks down Prinplup and Empoleon before two mecha arms grab them. Empoleon and Prinplup try to use {{m|Hydro Cannon}} and BubbleBeam, but the hands spin and disorient them as Kenny and Barry notice a large [[Team Rocket's mechas|mecha]]. Meanwhile, Dawn carries Piplup to a lake as Piplup wakes up, Dawn thanking her Pokémon. Dawn mentions how [[DP001|a similar situation occurred]] when they first met and how Dawn [[Starter Pokémon|chose Piplup]]. Ash and Brock find Dawn and are relieved that they're okay. Suddenly, another mecha arm grabs Piplup as a giant Prinplup mecha shows up, revealing the captured Piplup evolutionary line. Team Rocket recites [[Team Rocket mottos|their motto]] but Barry cuts them off. Ash has {{AP|Pikachu}} fire {{m|Thunderbolt}}, but the mecha redirects the attack to harm Prinplup and Empoleon.

The mecha deploys tank treads and proceeds to escape, but Dawn spots Piplup and decides to run after the mecha, getting on the side. Dawn notices a hatch up top and gets in that way. While Dawn demands her Pokémon back, Piplup destroys the ventilation gates with {{m|Peck}} and BubbleBeam, getting into the control room with Dawn. {{MTR}} {{pkmn2|Talking|translates}} Piplup's talk as he plans to take them down and that he wants to protect Dawn just like the first time, revealing that past events have motivated him to stay the way he is. Dawn accepts Piplup's decision and has him attack with {{m|Whirlpool}}, destroying the mecha and freeing everyone. Outside, Team Rocket gets up and summons {{TP|Jessie|Seviper}} and {{TP|James|Carnivine}}. They attack with {{m|Poison Tail}} and {{m|Vine Whip}}, but Piplup's BubbleBeam stops both in their tracks. Piplup starts to glow again as he tries to stop the evolution, leaving him and Dawn vulnerable. [[James]] wants Piplup to not evolve to maintain the family, but [[Jessie]] opts to let it and instead present the boss with Empoleon triplets. Seviper and Carnivine rush to attack the defenseless Piplup, but Pikachu's Thunderbolt stops both Pokémon, Ash and the others arriving on site. Piplup is still immobile as Seviper and Carnivine attack again with Bullet Seed and Poison Tail, but Pikachu defends with Thunderbolt. Piplup manages to stop evolving and attacks with Whirlpool, sending Team Rocket flying away.

Dawn thanks Piplup for saving her again, and realizes that Piplup's memory of their first day together is why he wants to stay as he is, and tearfully apologizes to her Pokémon for not understanding his feelings. Piplup tells Dawn that it's ok and with her friends watching on, Dawn happily picks up her partner and best friend telling him she's happy for him to remain as her Piplup forever which delights Piplup, and the two reaffirm their bond together.

At the Center, Nurse Joy finishes tending to Piplup, Prinplup and Empoleon and three happily run to their respective Trainers. Nurse Joy then tells Dawn she has something for her, and {{TP|Nurse Joy|Chansey}} presents Dawn with an {{evostone|Everstone}}, which has the power to prevent a Pokémon from evolving for as long as it wants. Dawn and Piplup gratefully accept the gift, knowing this means Piplup won't have to use Bide to prevent the evolution anymore. With the excitement over for now, Ash and Barry start training for the Ping Pong competition while Dawn and Kenny practice for the Sandalstraw Contest, with everyone more focused than ever on achieving their goals.


==Major events==
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} meet up with {{an|Barry}} and {{si|Kenny}} again.
* The gang learns about an upcoming [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament]] which Barry is planning to enter.
* [[Dawn's Piplup]] begins to evolve, but chooses not to.
* [[Nurse Joy]] gives {{an|Dawn}} an {{evostone|Everstone}} to prevent Piplup's evolution.
* Barry joins the group.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Barry}}
* {{si|Kenny}}
* [[Nurse Joy]]

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Buneary}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buneary}})
* {{p|Pachirisu}} ({{OP|Dawn|Pachirisu}})
* {{p|Ambipom}} ({{OP|Dawn|Ambipom}})
* {{p|Mamoswine}} ({{OP|Dawn|Mamoswine}})
* {{p|Seviper}} ({{OP|Jessie|Seviper}})
* {{p|Carnivine}} ({{OP|James|Carnivine}})
* {{p|Prinplup}} ({{OP|Kenny|Prinplup}})
* {{p|Empoleon}} ({{OP|Barry|Empoleon}})
* {{p|Chansey}} ({{OP|Nurse Joy|Chansey}})
* {{p|Ariados}} (×8)
* {{p|Budew}}
* {{p|Jigglypuff}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Piplup web DP122.png|thumb|Piplup on another web]]
* There is no [[Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture|Professor Oak's lecture]] following this episode.
* {{p|Darkrai}} and {{p|Giratina}} replace {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} respectively in their appearance before and after the preview of the next episode.
* Music from ''[[PK07|Pikachu and Pichu]]'', ''[[M04|Celebi: Voice of the Forest]]'', and ''[[M05|Pokémon Heroes]]'' is used during this episode.
* In this episode, Dawn and Piplup underwent the same experience against a group of wild Ariados as when they [[DP001|first met]]; the same encounter that helped Piplup trust Dawn.
* This episode is similar to ''[[EP051|Bulbasaur's Mysterious Garden]]'', where [[Ash's Bulbasaur]] was in the process of evolving and ultimately decided not to.
* When the dub's title was revealed, it was originally thought to air with ''[[DP123|Old Rivals, New Tricks!]]'' on September 5, 2009 but was pulled back to August 29, 2009.
* The dub title is a reference to ''{{wp|Stop! In the Name of Love}}'', a song recorded by {{wp|The Supremes}}.

===Errors===
* In the dub, when Dawn was talking to Ash she said "Plinplup" instead of "Prinplup".
* After Piplup uses Whirlpool and destroys the mecha, when Piplup checks on Prinplup, its wings are the same color as its head and "cape" for a split second.
* While Team Rocket is blasting off, the background keeps repeating clouds, despite the fact that they are going up, and not sideways.
** Also, the background repeats the same frame the whole time.

===Dub edits===
* In the dub, Piplup opted not to evolve in order to preserve the memories of the day he met Dawn. In the original, Piplup didn't want to evolve because he was afraid of ending up like {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}}.
* In the European Portuguese dub, {{si|Kenny}} reads the title card.

==In other languages==
{{Epilang|color=FFCCCC|bordercolor=9999FF
|zh_cmn={{tt|進化！這時候波加曼會如何？|Evolution! What will it be for Piplup?}}
|cs={{tt|Zastavení ve jménu lásky|Stopped in the name of love}}
|da=Stop i kærlighedens navn!
|de={{tt|Stopp! Im Name der Liebe!|Stop! In the Name of Love!}}
|nl={{tt|Gestopt uit Liefde!|Stopped out of Love!}}
|fi={{tt|Rakkauden pysäyttävä voima!|The stopping force of love!}}
|it={{tt|Per sempre insieme!|Together forever!}}'''
|no={{tt|Stoppet i kjærlighetens navn!|Stopped in the name of love!}}
|pl={{tt|Wiecznie młody w imię miłości|Forever Young In the Name of Love}}
|pt_br={{tt|Parado em Nome do Amor!|Stopped In the Name of Love!}}
|pt_eu={{tt|Adiado em Nome do Amor!|Adjourned In the Name of Love!}}
|ru={{tt|Отказ во имя любви!|}}''' ''Otkaz vo imya lyubvi!
|es_la={{tt|¡Detenida En Nombre Del Amor!|Stopped In The Name Of Love!}}
|sv={{tt|Stoppad i kärlekens namn!|Stopped in the name of love!}}
|ro={{tt|Oprit În Numele Iubirii|Stopped in the Name of Love}}
}}
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