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'''Pika and Goliath!''' (Japanese: '''ピカチュウ！ライチュウ！進化への道!!''' ''Pikachu! Raichu! The Path to Evolution!!'') is the 74th episode of {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 540th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on April 3, 2008, alongside ''[[DP073|Crossing Paths]]'' as a one-hour special and in the United States on August 30, 2008.
'''Pika and Goliath!''' (Japanese: '''ピカチュウ！ライチュウ！進化への道！！''' ''Pikachu! Raichu! The Path to Evolution!!'') is the 74th episode of ''[[Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl]]'', and the 540th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on April 3, 2008, alongside [[DP073]] as a one-hour special and in the United States on August 30, 2008.
 
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==Synopsis==
The episode starts with the gang eating at a table in the woods, taking a short break from their journey. {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} is excited about eating, flailing its arms happily. Unfortunately, Piplup accidentally knocked a piece of food out of {{AP|Pikachu}}'s paw. Disgruntled, both Pokémon ran off to find the food. Once the food stopped rolling, a strange {{p|Pichu}} picked it up, eating it right in front of the duo. Pichu called for its trainer, a boy named [[Sho]]. When Sho laid his eyes on Pikachu, he thought it was a wild Pokémon. However, when a worried {{Ash}} ran over, Sho mistook their greeting, thinking Ash was trying to capture Pikachu.


In a rage, he tossed out his {{p|Raichu}}, and told it to use {{m|Iron Tail}}. Ash countered Raichu's attack with an Iron Tail of his own. Both Iron Tails collided. Once Sho realized that Pikachu wasn't wild, he offered up a few Pokémon to trade; namely a {{p|Mareep}}, {{p|Magnemite}}, and {{P|Magneton}}. Ash turned down all of the other Pokémon. Brock then asked why Sho wanted Pikachu so badly, to which he replied that he wanted a 'full-power evolution set'.
==Blurb==
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<i>Before he can get to Pastoria City, Ash has to battle a slang-talking Trainer named Sho. Sho wants to collect a Pikachu evolution set and he already has Raichu and Pichu, so he has his eye on Ash's Pikachu—but Ash isn't about to trade. Instead, they have a battle: Sho's Raichu vs. Ash's Pikachu. Raichu isn't afraid to go head-to-head with Pikachu, and it also knows Hyper Beam, a move that Pikachu can't learn unless it evolves. Not only does Raichu beat Pikachu, Paul drops by just long enough to sneer at Ash for not having evolved his Pikachu.


Ash asked why Sho didn't just evolve his Pichu, and Sho said that then he'd have to catch another Pichu. Ash challenged Sho to a battle – His Raichu against Pikachu. Sho accepted on the terms that if he won, Pikachu was his. However, Ash declined that offer. Still, Sho agreed to battle him anyway.  
While Pikachu gets some serious rest and recuperation at the nearest Pokémon Center, Ash takes out the Thunderstone he received in Vermilion City. Back at the Vermilion Gym, Lt. Surge's Raichu beat Pikachu and forced it to consider whether it wanted to evolve; even though Pikachu decided to remain a Pikachu, what if it's changed its mind since then? Team Rocket saw the whole thing unfold and they still think Pikachu should stay the same, so they swipe the Thunderstone when no one is looking.


The first attack launched was by Pikachu – A {{m|Thunderbolt}}. Raichu took the electricity, completely unfazed. Sho mocked Pikachu's power, and gave Pikachu a {{m|Thunder}}. Pikachu also took the attack. Ash countered with a {{m|Volt Tackle}}; however, Sho's Raichu also knew this move and used it as well. Both of the Volt Tackles collided, creating an explosion. Raichu safely landed on its feet, but Pikachu slammed into a rock and struggled to stand back up. Both Pokémon then used Iron Tail, skidding backwards on the ground.
It's just as well, since Pikachu decides to beat Raichu itself. After some special training, it's time for a rematch. Instead of relying on raw power, Ash has Pikachu use strategic moves and spinning tricks to beat Raichu. Sho admits that Ash's Pikachu is pretty good—but if they ever meet again, the result will be different!</i>


Ash assumed Raichu would be beaten with speed, and Pikachu used {{m|Quick Attack}}. The attack collided with Raichu's stomach, but Raichu didn't seem hurt at all. Then Sho decided it was time to use {{m|Hyper Beam}}. Once Ash tried to get Pikachu to dodge it, Raichu used its tail to attach Pikachu to a near-by rock so it couldn't run away. Raichu charged up its Hyper Beam attack and hit Pikachu at point-blank range. This also destroyed the rock and sent Pikachu flying. Pikachu tried to stand up, but fell back down when Raichu stepped in front of it. Pikachu looked in fear at the face of the attacker before its vision blurred. Ash, concerned, ran over to Pikachu and held it.
==Plot==
While {{ashfr|the group}} is eating lunch, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} accidentally knocks a piece of food out of {{AP|Pikachu}}'s paw with its flailing arms. Disgruntled, both Pokémon run after the food. It stops rolling, and a {{p|Pichu}} eats it right in front of the duo. Pichu calls for its {{pkmn|Trainer}}, a boy named [[Sho]], who is particularly excited to see what he thinks is a {{pkmn2|wild}} Pikachu. {{Ash}} and the others run over to find Pikachu and Piplup, but Sho orders them to keep away from his catch. He calls on his {{p|Raichu}}, and orders an {{m|Iron Tail}} attack. Ash counters Raichu's attack with an Iron Tail of his own, and both sides prove evenly matched. Sho realizes that Pikachu isn't wild, so he offers up a few Pokémon to [[trade]]; namely a {{p|Mareep}}, {{p|Magnemite}}, and {{p|Magneton}}. Ash sternly turns down the offers. {{an|Brock}} is curious as to why he wants Pikachu so badly, to which Sho replies that he wants a full-power [[evolution]] set.


Sho again asked to trade, but Ash refused. Changing his mind, Sho made fun of Pikachu and walked off with his Raichu. Watching in the distance was [[Paul]], who stated that Pikachu needed to evolve to even come close to being an equal to Raichu. Just as quickly as he appeared, he was gone again. Brock then states that it's true that Pikachu can't learn Hyper Beam without evolving. Dawn then says that Pikachu can't evolve without a {{evostone|Thunderstone}}.
Ash suggests he should evolve his Pichu, but Sho cannot be bothered looking for another Pichu. Ash decides to challenge Sho to a {{pkmn|battle}} – his Raichu against Pikachu. Sho accepts on the terms that if he wins, Pikachu was his. However, Ash declines that offer. Still, the two Trainers agree to battle each other in test of strengths. Pikachu starts the match off with a {{m|Thunderbolt}}. Raichu takes the electricity and is completely unfazed. Sho mocks Pikachu's power, and replies with {{m|Thunder}}. Pikachu also takes the attack, then launches {{m|Volt Tackle}}; however, Raichu also knows this [[move]] and uses it as well. Both of the Volt Tackles collide, creating an explosion. Raichu safely lands on its feet, but Pikachu slams into a rock and struggles to stand back up. Both Pokémon exchange Iron Tails, skidding backwards as a result. Ash assumes Raichu would be beaten with speed, so Pikachu charges ahead with {{m|Quick Attack}}. Despite the direct hit, Raichu is not harmed. Sho decides to finish things up with a {{m|Hyper Beam}}. Pikachu prepares to dodge, but Raichu pins him to a nearby rock with its tail. Raichu charges up its Hyper Beam attack and hits Pikachu at point-blank range. Sho calls it a win as Pikachu faints from exhaustion. Ash, concerned, runs over to Pikachu and comforts him. Sho again offers to trade, but walks off after Ash refuses.


Before Pikachu could say anything, it passed out in Ash's arms. Pikachu was immediately taken to a [[Pokémon Center]], where it was hooked up to a {{wp|electrocardiograph}} to check its pulse and heart rate. [[Team Rocket]] is seen outside, looking into the hospital room sadly as Pikachu's health began to deteriorate. Upon having flashbacks of its life, Pikachu's pulse and heart rates begin to plummet, and [[Nurse Joy]] used the pacemaker and {{TP|Nurse Joy|Chansey}} set it for 200 volts. It was ineffective, so Nurse Joy told Chansey to set it for 300 volts instead. After three more tries, Pikachu's heart and pulse rates began to go back to normal, much to everyone's relief.
Unexpectedly, [[Paul]] arrives and tells Ash that he was pathetic. Ash remains optimistic, but Paul suggests he evolve Pikachu to even come close to being an equal to Raichu. Just as quickly as he appeared, he leaves again. Brock states that it's true that Pikachu can't learn Hyper Beam without evolving and Dawn says that Pikachu can't evolve without a [[Thunder Stone]].


Later that afternoon, Pikachu is seen resting in a hospital bed. As it wakes up, Ash and the others were waiting for it to come to. Pikachu quickly tries to rush off to get Raichu, but Ash puts it back in the bed, saying that it needs to rest. Then, Ash got out a Thunderstone, revealing that it's the same one from [[EP014|his gym battle]] with [[Lt. Surge]]'s {{TP|Lt. Surge|Raichu}}, and he kept it all that time in case Pikachu ever wanted to evolve. Pikachu didn't seem to want to evolve even then. As Pikachu still seemed hurt, the gang left the room after Ash placed the Thunderstone on the table next to the window.
Before Pikachu can say anything, he passes out in Ash's arms. Pikachu is immediately taken to a [[Pokémon Center]], where he is hooked up to a {{wp|electrocardiograph}} to check its pulse and heart rate. {{TRT}} is seen outside, looking into the hospital room sadly as Pikachu's health began to deteriorate. Upon having flashbacks of his life, Pikachu's pulse and heart rates begin to plummet, so [[Nurse Joy]] uses the defibrillator and {{TP|Nurse Joy|Chansey}} sets it for 200 volts. It was ineffective, so Nurse Joy calls for 300 volts instead. After three more tries, Pikachu's heart and pulse rates return to normal range, much to everyone's relief.


Outside, Team Rocket seem to be disgruntled about Pikachu evolving into Raichu. Later that night, Pikachu glared angrily at the Thunderstone, quickly turning away from it. It began to think about the Raichu it battled. It sat up, looking at the Thunderstone.
Later that afternoon, Pikachu wakes up to Ash and the others standing over him. He tries to rush off to get Raichu, but Ash puts him back in the bed, saying that he needs to rest. Then, Ash takes out a Thunder Stone, and explains that he has kept hold of it [[EP014|ever since]] he received from Nurse Joy in [[Vermilion City]]. As Pikachu still seems hurt, the group leaves the room after Ash places the Thunder Stone on the table next to the window. Outside, Team Rocket contemplate Pikachu evolving into Raichu. [[Jessie]] says that it wouldn't feel right, and {{MTR}} is strongly against it, as he is proud not to evolve himself. Later that night, Pikachu glares angrily at the Thunder Stone, quickly turning away from it.


When the gang came into the room, Pikachu vanished and the Thunderstone was gone. Ash and his friends went off looking for Pikachu. A jolt of electricity in the night sky was seen and Ash ran off in that direction. Ash then saw his Pikachu, practicing Volt Tackle on a rock and breaking it. Ash ran over, happy that Pikachu decided to not evolve after all.
Ash and the others enter the ward room to find both Pikachu and the Thunder Stone missing. The group go off looking for Pikachu in the surrounding forest. A jolt of electricity in the night sky is seen and Ash runs off in that direction. Ash sees his Pikachu, practicing Volt Tackle on a rock and breaking it. Ash runs over, happy that Pikachu has decided to not evolve after all. His friends are equally relieved. Team Rocket make an unexpected appearance, and with the Thunder Stone in hand, implying that they planned to sell it before running off.  


Team Rocket appears with Thunderstone in hand, implying that they planned to sell it before running off. Brock, Dawn, and Piplup came rushing over, noticing that Pikachu decided not to evolve after all.
The very next day, Ash and Pikachu get straight into special training to prepare him for a rematch against Sho's Raichu. A jolt of electricity bursts from out of the trees, interrupting the training. Ash quickly runs over, noticing that it was Raichu's Thunder. Ash immediately challenges Sho to another battle. Sho remarks that it would end the same, but agrees to a rematch. He lets out his Pichu to watch the battle unfold. Right before the battle starts, Pikachu taunts Sho and his Raichu, ordering them to go first. Angrily, Sho calls for Raichu to use Iron Tail. Ash's Pikachu puts his training into practice and spins to dodge it. Again, Raichu uses Iron Tail. However, Pikachu spins around on the ground, dodging several blows. Finally, one of Raichu's Iron Tails hits Pikachu before tossing him into the air. With Pikachu freefalling, Raichu charges forward with a Volt Tackle. Pikachu counters with an Iron Tail, landing safely on the ground. Raichu comes at Pikachu with another Volt Tackle, though Pikachu using his spinning technique to evade it and the follow up Iron Tail onslaught. With Raichu now tired, Pikachu retaliates with a Quick Attack which pushes Raichu back. Raichu comes back with an Iron Tail, though Pikachu leaps overhead and lands a blow with his own Iron Tail. Raichu unleashes a Thunder attack, but Pikachu speeds by and uses Volt Tackle. Raichu takes the hit and quickly stands to its feet. Sho orders a Hyper Beam, and Raichu again pins Pikachu to a tree with its tail. Pikachu counters with a Thunderbolt, cutting the damage sustained in half. With Raichu needing time to recover, Pikachu slams it with a Volt Tackle and Iron Tail combo. Raichu sustains the blow and rushes in for another Volt Tackle.  


The next morning, Pikachu seems ready and raring to go as they ran into the lobby of the Pokémon Center. There, they see Paul. Paul notices that Pikachu hadn't evolved, but says nothing and walks right past them.
Raichu is still able to get to its feet, and counters with Volt Tackle. Pikachu also uses Volt Tackle, resulting in an explosive clash. With both sides proving evenly matched, Sho calls for an Iron Tail. Pikachu returns the favour, adding a spin to his attack to toss Raichu into a tree. Raichu recovers and then replies with a Hyper Beam again, but its tail misses Pikachu. Ash's Pikachu uses the energy from the Hyper Beam to jump into the air and begins to spin while readying an Iron Tail attack. Pikachu slams directly into Raichu to win the match. {{an|Dawn}} is pleased to see her spinning technique could be adapted to Ash's advantage. Team Rocket, who have been watching the match, celebrate Pikachu's latest victory and renew their aims to steal him. Paul, on the other hand, is unimpressed and simply walks off. Afterwards, Sho finally recognizes Ash's strength and promises to give him a great battle the next time they meet.


The episode switches to Ash and Pikachu training with a frisbee, practicing flips and spins. A jolt of electricity bursts from out of the trees, interrupting the training. Ash quickly runs over, noticing that it was Raichu's Thunder. Sho is seen with his Raichu, practicing against a few trees before the gang runs over. Ash immediately challenges Sho to another battle. Sho remarks that it would end the same, but that he was fine with a rematch. He let out his Pichu to watch the battle.
==Major events==
 
* {{Ash}} reveals that he still has the [[Thunder Stone]] he [[EP014|received]] in [[Vermilion City]].
Right before the battle started, Pikachu taunted Sho and his Raichu. Ash told them that it was their turn to go first. Angrily, Sho told Raichu to use Iron Tail. Ash's Pikachu was able to dodge it by spinning over top of Raichu. Again, Raichu used Iron Tail. However, Pikachu spun around on the ground, dodging every Iron Tail Raichu threw at it. Finally, one of Raichu's Iron Tails hit Pikachu. Raichu then spun around and through Pikachu in the air. Raichu used Volt Tackle on where Pikachu was going to land, and Ash countered with an Iron Tail.
* [[Ash's Pikachu]] reaffirms his decision to not [[Evolution|evolve]] into {{p|Raichu}}.
 
* {{TRT}} steals Ash's Thunder Stone, planning to sell it.
Both Pokémon slid backwards, but Raichu came at Pikachu with another Volt Tackle. Pikachu was able to dodge it and then had to dodge a barrage of Iron Tails. Once Raichu was tired, Pikachu used Quick Attack and slammed into Raichu's stomach. Raichu was tossed backwards, but was able to stay on its feet. Raichu then came at Pikachu with an Iron Tail again. Pikachu was able to dodge it and use Iron Tail on Raichu's stomach. Raichu seemed to be worn out, but was able to make a come back with Thunder. However, Pikachu easily moved out of the way and used Volt Tackle. This time when Raichu was hit, it fell to the ground. Still, Raichu was able to stand back up. Sho then ordered Raichu to use Hyper Beam.
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Raichu used its tail in the same way it had before, only this time Pikachu was held against a tree. Thinking on his feet, Ash told Pikachu to use Thunderbolt. Right as Raichu's Hyper Beam collided, Pikachu was able to soften the blow with Thunderbolt. Sho thought it was all over, until the smoke cleared and Pikachu was still standing. Raichu couldn't move, so Ash took this time to get an advantage. Pikachu used Volt Tackle combined with an Iron Tail and slammed right into Raichu.
 
Raichu was still able to get to its feet, and countered with Volt Tackle. Pikachu also used Volt Tackle. The attacks collided and an explosion was created. Both Pokémon were flung backwards, and both Pokémon were able to stand their ground. Raichu then used Iron Tail on Pikachu, who countered with a spinning Iron Tail. Raichu was flung into a tree, however Raichu was still able to get back up. Raichu then used Hyper Beam again, but its tail missed Pikachu. Ash's Pikachu then somehow 'used the energy from the Hyper Beam' to jump into the air and began to spin. It used the energy to go into an Iron Tail. Iron Tail collided with Raichu, knocking it out.
 
Both Paul and Team Rocket had been watching the battle. Team Rocket, much like they did when this happened [[EP014|previously]], celebrated and revealed that they stole the Thunderstone, and they intended to sell it for their plans to steal Pikachu. Meanwhile, Paul simply walks off-screen.


Finally, our heroes said good-bye to Sho and walked off into the sunset.
==Major events==
*{{AP|Pikachu}} reaffirms [[EP014|its decision]] not to evolve.
*Team Rocket steals Ash's {{evostone|Thunderstone}}.
===Debuts===
===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
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===Humans===
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{Ash}}
* [[Brock]]
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[James]]
* [[Nurse Joy]] (×2; one in a flashback)
* {{an|Giovanni}} (fantasy)
* [[Lt. Surge]] (flashback)
* {{an|Brandon}} (flashback)
* [[Paul]]
* [[Paul]]
* [[Sho]]
* [[Sho]]
* [[Nurse Joy]]
* [[Lt. Surge]] (flashback)
* [[Pyramid King Brandon|Brandon]] (flashback)


===Pokémon===
===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Chansey}} ({{OP|Nurse Joy|Chansey}})
* {{p|Raichu}} ({{OP|Lt. Surge|Raichu}}; flashback)
* {{p|Regice}} ([[Brandon's legendary giants#Regice|Brandon's]]; flashback)
* {{p|Elekid}} ({{OP|Paul|Electabuzz}}; flashback)
* {{p|Raichu}} ([[Sho]]'s)
* {{p|Raichu}} ([[Sho]]'s)
* {{p|Pichu}} ([[Sho]]'s)
* {{p|Pichu}} ([[Sho]]'s)
* {{p|Raichu}} ({{OP|Lt. Surge|Raichu}}) (flashback)
* {{p|Regice}} ({{OP|Brandon|Regice}}) (flashback)
* {{p|Spearow}} (flashback)
* {{p|Spearow}} (flashback)
* {{p|Gyarados}} (flashback)


==Trivia==  
==Trivia==
* This episode follows much of the premise of ''[[EP014|Electric Shock Showdown]]'' by having Ash's Pikachu be defeated by a Raichu and choose whether to evolve or not via the {{evostone|Thunderstone}}. Clips from the said episode are shown in this episode.
[[File:DP074 machine.png|thumb|220px|The machine in the Pokémon Center]]
** Ash's Quick Attack tactic from the said episode did not succeed during this episode.
* This episode follows much of the premise of ''[[EP014|Electric Shock Showdown]]'' by having [[Ash's Pikachu]] be defeated by a {{p|Raichu}} and choose whether to [[Evolution|evolve]] or not. Clips from said episode are shown in this episode.
[[Image:113machine.jpg|The machine in the Pokémon Center|thumb]]
* Despite being released in the [[DP073|previous episode]], [[Jessie's Dustox]] isn’t removed from the opening until the [[DP075|following episode]].
* It is shown that Ash still had the Thunderstone that the [[Nurse Joy]] from [[Vermilion City]] had given him. During the episode, [[Jessie]], [[James]], and {{MTR}} grabbed the stone to prevent Pikachu's evolution, and currently have it with them. They also implied that they plan on selling it.
* {{p|Chansey}}'s [[National Pokédex]] number, 113, was often shown in the {{wp|Electrocardiography|heart rate monitor}} seen in the Pokémon Center. In addition, 74, the number of this episode in ''[[Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl]]'', is also shown. It could also be a reference to the animation production joke {{wp|A113}}.
* 113, {{p|Chansey}}'s National Dex number, was often shown in the machine used by [[Nurse Joy]] in the Pokémon Center. In addition, 74, the number of this episode in the Diamond and Pearl series, is also shown. Due to the position of the heart on the monitor, it could also be a reference to the animation production joke {{wp|A113}}.
* [[To My Best Friend]] and [[Pokémon Symphonic Medley]] were both used as background music.
*''[[To My Best Friend]]'' and ''[[Pokémon Symphonic Medley]]'' were both used as background music.
* The dub title is a reference to {{wp|David and Goliath}}.
*The dub title is a reference to {{wp|David and Goliath}}.
* {{Ash}} makes an appearance in both of his two previous outfits in his flashbacks.
*Ash makes an appearance in each of his previous outfits through still paintings of his memories.
* Pikachu's spinning aerial {{m|Iron Tail}} is visually identical to Pikachu's neutral-aerial attack in the Smash Bros. series. Red's [[Pika]] also imitated this technique in the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga.
*Pikachu's spinning aerial {{m|Iron Tail}} is visually identical to Pikachu's neutral-aerial attack in the Smash Bros. series. Red's [[Pika]] also imitated this technique in [[Pokémon Special]].
* {{TRT}} doesn't blast off or recite their {{motto}} in this episode.
* Team Rocket decides that, although they wouldn't mind having a Raichu, they can't bring themselves to want Pikachu to evolve. They decide to steal the Thunder Stone and cheer Pikachu on as itself. (Even though they tried to evolve him [[DP021|53 episodes earlier]].)
* This episode is featured on ''Pokémon All-Stars: Pikachu'' from {{wp|Magna Pacific}}'s {{OBP|Pokémon All-Stars|Region 4}} series.
* [[Professor Oak's Big Pokémon Encyclopedia]]: [[Paul's Electabuzz]].


* [[Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: [[Paul's Electabuzz]]
===Errors===
===Errors===


===Dub edits===
===Dub edits===
* In the {{pmin|South Asia|Hindi dub}}, when Pikachu quickly tries to rush off to get {{p|Raichu}} during his recovery in the Pokémon Center, Ash asks {{AP|Pikachu}} if he really does want to evolve into Raichu. However, in the original as well as in the English dub version, {{Ash}} just says that he needs to rest.


=== In other languages ===
== In other languages ==
* Korean: '''{{tt|피카츄! 라이츄로 진화할까 말까?!|Pikachu! Evolve into a Raichu or not?!}}'''
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* Italian: '''Pikachu vs. Raichu!'''
|zh_cmn={{tt|皮卡丘！雷丘！通往進化之道！！|Pikachu! Raichu! Path to Evolution!!}}
|cs={{tt|Pikachu a Goliáš|Pikachu and Goliath}}
|da={{tt|Pika og Goliat|Pika and Goliath}}
|de={{tt|Pikachu und Goliath!|Pikachu and Goliath!}}
|nl={{tt|Pika en Goliath!|Pika and Goliath!}}
|fi={{tt|Pika ja Goljat!|Pika and Goliath!}}
|fr_eu={{tt|Pikachu et Goliath !|Pikachu and Goliath!}}
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|ko={{tt|피카츄! 라이츄로 진화할까 말까?|Pikachu! Evolve into a Raichu or not?}}
|no={{tt|Pika og Goliat!|Pika and Goliath!}}
|pl={{tt|Pikachu i Goliat|Pikachu and Goliath}}
|pt_br={{tt|Pikachu e Golias|Pikachu and Goliath}}
|pt_eu={{tt|Pika contra Golias!|Pika versus Goliath!}}
|es_la={{tt|¡Pika y Goliath!|Pika and Goliath!}}
|es_eu={{tt|Pika contra Goliat|Pika versus Goliath}}
|sv={{tt|Pika och Goliat!|Pika and Goliath!}}
|ru={{tt|Пикачу и Голиаф|Pikachu and Goliath}}}}
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← DP073 : Crossing Paths
Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl
DP075 : Our Cup Runneth Over! →
Pika and Goliath!
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DP074   EP540
ピカチュウ！ライチュウ！進化への道！！
Pikachu! Raichu! The Path to Evolution!!
First broadcast
Japan April 3, 2008
United States August 30, 2008
English themes
Opening We Will Be Heroes
Ending
Japanese themes
Opening Together
Ending 風のメッセージ (PokaPoka Version)
Credits
Animation Team Iguchi
Screenplay 米村正二 Shōji Yonemura
Storyboard 小山賢 Masaru Koyama
Assistant director 小山賢 Masaru Koyama
Animation director 志村泉 Izumi Shimura
Additional credits

Pika and Goliath! (Japanese: ピカチュウ！ライチュウ！進化への道！！ Pikachu! Raichu! The Path to Evolution!!) is the 74th episode of Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl, and the 540th episode of the Pokémon anime. It first aired in Japan on April 3, 2008, alongside DP073 as a one-hour special and in the United States on August 30, 2008.

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Blurb

Before he can get to Pastoria City, Ash has to battle a slang-talking Trainer named Sho. Sho wants to collect a Pikachu evolution set and he already has Raichu and Pichu, so he has his eye on Ash's Pikachu—but Ash isn't about to trade. Instead, they have a battle: Sho's Raichu vs. Ash's Pikachu. Raichu isn't afraid to go head-to-head with Pikachu, and it also knows Hyper Beam, a move that Pikachu can't learn unless it evolves. Not only does Raichu beat Pikachu, Paul drops by just long enough to sneer at Ash for not having evolved his Pikachu.

While Pikachu gets some serious rest and recuperation at the nearest Pokémon Center, Ash takes out the Thunderstone he received in Vermilion City. Back at the Vermilion Gym, Lt. Surge's Raichu beat Pikachu and forced it to consider whether it wanted to evolve; even though Pikachu decided to remain a Pikachu, what if it's changed its mind since then? Team Rocket saw the whole thing unfold and they still think Pikachu should stay the same, so they swipe the Thunderstone when no one is looking.

It's just as well, since Pikachu decides to beat Raichu itself. After some special training, it's time for a rematch. Instead of relying on raw power, Ash has Pikachu use strategic moves and spinning tricks to beat Raichu. Sho admits that Ash's Pikachu is pretty good—but if they ever meet again, the result will be different!

Plot

While the group is eating lunch, Piplup accidentally knocks a piece of food out of Pikachu's paw with its flailing arms. Disgruntled, both Pokémon run after the food. It stops rolling, and a Pichu eats it right in front of the duo. Pichu calls for its Trainer, a boy named Sho, who is particularly excited to see what he thinks is a wild Pikachu. Ash and the others run over to find Pikachu and Piplup, but Sho orders them to keep away from his catch. He calls on his Raichu, and orders an Iron Tail attack. Ash counters Raichu's attack with an Iron Tail of his own, and both sides prove evenly matched. Sho realizes that Pikachu isn't wild, so he offers up a few Pokémon to trade; namely a Mareep, Magnemite, and Magneton. Ash sternly turns down the offers. Brock is curious as to why he wants Pikachu so badly, to which Sho replies that he wants a full-power evolution set.

Ash suggests he should evolve his Pichu, but Sho cannot be bothered looking for another Pichu. Ash decides to challenge Sho to a battle – his Raichu against Pikachu. Sho accepts on the terms that if he wins, Pikachu was his. However, Ash declines that offer. Still, the two Trainers agree to battle each other in test of strengths. Pikachu starts the match off with a Thunderbolt. Raichu takes the electricity and is completely unfazed. Sho mocks Pikachu's power, and replies with Thunder. Pikachu also takes the attack, then launches Volt Tackle; however, Raichu also knows this move and uses it as well. Both of the Volt Tackles collide, creating an explosion. Raichu safely lands on its feet, but Pikachu slams into a rock and struggles to stand back up. Both Pokémon exchange Iron Tails, skidding backwards as a result. Ash assumes Raichu would be beaten with speed, so Pikachu charges ahead with Quick Attack. Despite the direct hit, Raichu is not harmed. Sho decides to finish things up with a Hyper Beam. Pikachu prepares to dodge, but Raichu pins him to a nearby rock with its tail. Raichu charges up its Hyper Beam attack and hits Pikachu at point-blank range. Sho calls it a win as Pikachu faints from exhaustion. Ash, concerned, runs over to Pikachu and comforts him. Sho again offers to trade, but walks off after Ash refuses.

Unexpectedly, Paul arrives and tells Ash that he was pathetic. Ash remains optimistic, but Paul suggests he evolve Pikachu to even come close to being an equal to Raichu. Just as quickly as he appeared, he leaves again. Brock states that it's true that Pikachu can't learn Hyper Beam without evolving and Dawn says that Pikachu can't evolve without a Thunder Stone.

Before Pikachu can say anything, he passes out in Ash's arms. Pikachu is immediately taken to a Pokémon Center, where he is hooked up to a electrocardiograph to check its pulse and heart rate. Team Rocket is seen outside, looking into the hospital room sadly as Pikachu's health began to deteriorate. Upon having flashbacks of his life, Pikachu's pulse and heart rates begin to plummet, so Nurse Joy uses the defibrillator and Chansey sets it for 200 volts. It was ineffective, so Nurse Joy calls for 300 volts instead. After three more tries, Pikachu's heart and pulse rates return to normal range, much to everyone's relief.

Later that afternoon, Pikachu wakes up to Ash and the others standing over him. He tries to rush off to get Raichu, but Ash puts him back in the bed, saying that he needs to rest. Then, Ash takes out a Thunder Stone, and explains that he has kept hold of it ever since he received from Nurse Joy in Vermilion City. As Pikachu still seems hurt, the group leaves the room after Ash places the Thunder Stone on the table next to the window. Outside, Team Rocket contemplate Pikachu evolving into Raichu. Jessie says that it wouldn't feel right, and Meowth is strongly against it, as he is proud not to evolve himself. Later that night, Pikachu glares angrily at the Thunder Stone, quickly turning away from it.

Ash and the others enter the ward room to find both Pikachu and the Thunder Stone missing. The group go off looking for Pikachu in the surrounding forest. A jolt of electricity in the night sky is seen and Ash runs off in that direction. Ash sees his Pikachu, practicing Volt Tackle on a rock and breaking it. Ash runs over, happy that Pikachu has decided to not evolve after all. His friends are equally relieved. Team Rocket make an unexpected appearance, and with the Thunder Stone in hand, implying that they planned to sell it before running off.

The very next day, Ash and Pikachu get straight into special training to prepare him for a rematch against Sho's Raichu. A jolt of electricity bursts from out of the trees, interrupting the training. Ash quickly runs over, noticing that it was Raichu's Thunder. Ash immediately challenges Sho to another battle. Sho remarks that it would end the same, but agrees to a rematch. He lets out his Pichu to watch the battle unfold. Right before the battle starts, Pikachu taunts Sho and his Raichu, ordering them to go first. Angrily, Sho calls for Raichu to use Iron Tail. Ash's Pikachu puts his training into practice and spins to dodge it. Again, Raichu uses Iron Tail. However, Pikachu spins around on the ground, dodging several blows. Finally, one of Raichu's Iron Tails hits Pikachu before tossing him into the air. With Pikachu freefalling, Raichu charges forward with a Volt Tackle. Pikachu counters with an Iron Tail, landing safely on the ground. Raichu comes at Pikachu with another Volt Tackle, though Pikachu using his spinning technique to evade it and the follow up Iron Tail onslaught. With Raichu now tired, Pikachu retaliates with a Quick Attack which pushes Raichu back. Raichu comes back with an Iron Tail, though Pikachu leaps overhead and lands a blow with his own Iron Tail. Raichu unleashes a Thunder attack, but Pikachu speeds by and uses Volt Tackle. Raichu takes the hit and quickly stands to its feet. Sho orders a Hyper Beam, and Raichu again pins Pikachu to a tree with its tail. Pikachu counters with a Thunderbolt, cutting the damage sustained in half. With Raichu needing time to recover, Pikachu slams it with a Volt Tackle and Iron Tail combo. Raichu sustains the blow and rushes in for another Volt Tackle.

Raichu is still able to get to its feet, and counters with Volt Tackle. Pikachu also uses Volt Tackle, resulting in an explosive clash. With both sides proving evenly matched, Sho calls for an Iron Tail. Pikachu returns the favour, adding a spin to his attack to toss Raichu into a tree. Raichu recovers and then replies with a Hyper Beam again, but its tail misses Pikachu. Ash's Pikachu uses the energy from the Hyper Beam to jump into the air and begins to spin while readying an Iron Tail attack. Pikachu slams directly into Raichu to win the match. Dawn is pleased to see her spinning technique could be adapted to Ash's advantage. Team Rocket, who have been watching the match, celebrate Pikachu's latest victory and renew their aims to steal him. Paul, on the other hand, is unimpressed and simply walks off. Afterwards, Sho finally recognizes Ash's strength and promises to give him a great battle the next time they meet.

Major events

For a list of all major events in the anime, please see the history page.

Debuts

Pokémon debuts

Characters

Humans

Pokémon

Trivia

The machine in the Pokémon Center

Errors

Dub edits

  • In the Hindi dub, when Pikachu quickly tries to rush off to get Raichu during his recovery in the Pokémon Center, Ash asks Pikachu if he really does want to evolve into Raichu. However, in the original as well as in the English dub version, Ash just says that he needs to rest.

In other languages



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