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'''Breaking Titles at the Chateau!''' (Japanese: '''挑戦バトルシャトー！ビオラVSザクロ！！''' ''Battle Chateau Challenge! Viola VS {{tt|Zakuro|Grant}}!!'') is the 20th episode of the {{series|XY}}, and the 819th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on March 20, 2014 and in the United States on June 7, 2014.
 
'''Breaking Titles at the Chateau!''' (Japanese: '''挑戦バトルシャトー！ビオラVSザクロ！！''' ''Battle Chateau Challenge! Viola VS {{tt|Zakuro|Grant}}!!'') is the 20th episode of ''[[Pokémon the Series: XY]]'', and the 819th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on March 20, 2014 and in the United States on June 7, 2014.
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==Blurb==
==Blurb==
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<i>On their way to Cyllage City, our heroes meet Nico and Chester, two brothers who introduce them to the incredible Battle Chateau. Its owner, Lord Turner, explains that the Trainers who battle there are considered knights and expected to adhere to the knight’s code of chivalry and honor. By defeating others at the Battle Chateau, a Trainer receives a title of nobility—from the lowly Baron to the acclaimed Grand Duke.
<i>On their way to Cyllage City, our heroes meet Nico and Chester, two brothers who introduce them to the incredible Battle Chateau. Its owner, Lord Turner, explains that the Trainers who battle there are considered knights and expected to adhere to the knight’s code of chivalry and honor. By defeating others at the Battle Chateau, a Trainer receives a title of nobility—from the lowly Baron to the acclaimed Grand Duke.


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==Plot==
==Plot==
At a [[Pokémon Center]], {{an|Serena}} shows her friends a picture of the [[Battle Chateau]], and suggests that they go there. They are approached by two brothers, the older with {{p|Fletchinder}} and the younger with a {{p|Fletchling}}; who explain that one gets noble ranks by battling at the Chateau. The brothers invite {{Ash}}'s group to accompany them to the Battle Chateau, and introduce themselves; [[Nico]] is with Fletchinder and  [[Chester]] is with Fletchling. The group reaches the Chateau and are impressed with its elegance. Nico hold the rank of {{tc|Baron}} and requests a debut battle for Chester, and Ash asks to have a battle as well. The group is met by the head of the house, [[Turner]], who explains that the Battle Chateau is a social meeting place for gentlemen and ladies to have first-rate battles. A [[Pokémon Trainer]], or "knight" climbs through the noble ranks by winning battles. A {{tc|Maid}} guides the group to the salon, where they are to choose their opponent of the same rank. The group sees [[Grant]] hanging from the wall.
At a [[Pokémon Center]], {{an|Serena}} shows her friends a picture of the [[Battle Chateau]], and suggests that they go there. They are approached by two rapping brothers, [[Nico]] is the older brother and has a {{p|Fletchinder}} and [[Chester]] is the younger one with a {{p|Fletchling}}; who explain that one gets noble ranks by battling at the Chateau. {{Ash}} is immediately interested, so he and the group join the brothers to the Chateau. Once arrived, Nico already holds the rank of {{tc|Baron}} and requests a debut battle for Chester, and Ash asks to have a battle as well. The group is met by the head of the house, {{tc|Duke}} [[Turner]], who explains that the Battle Chateau is a social meeting place for gentlemen and ladies to have first-rate battles. A [[Pokémon Trainer]], or "knight" climbs through the noble ranks by winning battles. A {{tc|Maid}} guides the group to the salon, where they are to choose their opponent of the same rank. The group sees [[Grant]], who is only described as a strong Trainer, hanging from the wall.


Nico finds a battle partner in another Baron named [[Farrell]]. The Chateau's occupants come to the terrace to watch the match. Coming to the terrace, [[Viola]] waves to Grant and notices Ash. On the battle field, Nico and Farrell wear white cloaks, and Turner tells the children the the Chateau is based on chivalry. Chester explains the ranks: first, Baron, (white), then {{tc|Viscount}} (blue), {{tc|Earl}} (green), {{tc|Marquis}} (yellow), {{tc|Duke}} (red), and finally {{tc|Grand Duke}} (purple). Nico needs only one more victory to have ten and be promoted to Viscount.  
Nico finds a battle partner in another Baron named [[Farrell]]. The Chateau's other guests come to the terrace to watch the match unfold. Coming to the terrace, [[Santalune City]] [[Gym Leader]] [[Viola]] waves to fellow Gym Leader Grant before noticing Ash and his friends on the balcony. On the battlefield, Nico and Farrell wear white cloaks, and Turner tells the group the Chateau is based on chivalry. Chester explains the ranks: first, Baron (white), then {{tc|Viscount}} (blue), {{tc|Earl}} (green), {{tc|Marquis}} (yellow), Duke (red), and finally {{tc|Grand Duke}} (purple). Nico needs only one more victory to have ten and be promoted to Viscount.


The battle begins; Nico using Fletchinder and Farrell using {{p|Dusknoir}}. Fletchinder begins with {{m|Flame Charge}} but Dusknoir vanishes, only to reappear suddenly and attack Fletchinder with {{m|Thunder Punch}}. Fletchinder uses Flame Charge again and is successful. Viola says hello to Ash, and tells him that she has a {{tc|Duchess}} rank. The Maid declares Nico the winner of the match, and he is given a new blue cloak and is promoted to Viscount. Just then, Grant crashes to to the ground, and he and Viola exchange banter. Ash asks Grant for a battle, but as Grant is a Duke, they cannot. However, Turner announces that Ash and Chester will battle for the Baron rank, Ash decides to use {{AP|Pikachu}} and Chester sticks with Fletchling.
The battle begins; Nico using Fletchinder and Farrell using {{p|Dusknoir}}. Fletchinder begins with {{m|Flame Charge}} but Dusknoir vanishes, only to reappear suddenly and attack Fletchinder with a {{m|Thunder Punch}}. Fletchinder uses Flame Charge again and is successful. Viola says hello to Ash, and tells him that she has a {{tc|Duchess}} rank, the female counterpart of Duke. The Maid declares Nico the winner of the match, and he is given a new blue cloak and is promoted to Viscount. Just then, Grant crashes to the ground, and he and Viola exchange words. Viola says Grant shouldn’t be climbing walls anyway, though Grant admits that the historic walls are an irresistible challenge to a rock climber like himself. Ash takes the opportunity to ask Grant for a battle, but as Grant is a Duke, they cannot.  


Ash starts the battle with {{m|Thunderbolt}}, which Fletchling dodges with {{m|Agility}}. Ash follows up with {{m|Electro Ball}}, which again fails to land. Fletchling uses {{m|Feather Dance}}, which lowers Pikachu's attack power, and hits with a {{m|Steel Wing}}. Pikachu counters with {{m|Iron Tail}}, but is not effective because of its decreased strength, but is more effective when Ash uses it repeatedly. Ash uses Thunderbolt again, causing Fletchling to faint and winning the battle, as well as a white cloak and the title of Baron.
However, Turner announces that Ash and Chester will battle for the Baron rank, Ash decides to use {{AP|Pikachu}} and Chester sticks with Fletchling. Ash starts the battle with {{m|Thunderbolt}}, which Fletchling dodges with {{m|Agility}}. Ash follows up with {{m|Electro Ball}}, which again fails to land. Fletchling uses {{m|Feather Dance}}, which lowers Pikachu's attack power, and hits with a {{m|Steel Wing}}. Pikachu counters with {{m|Iron Tail}}, but the move is not effective because of his decreased strength, but is more effective when Ash uses it repeatedly. Ash uses Thunderbolt again, causing Fletchling to faint and winning the battle, as well as a white cloak and the title of Baron.


Viola begins to take a picture to commemorate Ash's victory when white gloves are draped over her shoulder, the sign for a battle request, this one from Grant. On the battle field, the Maid announces that both Viola and Grant need only one more victory each to reach {{tc|Grand Duchess}} and Grand Duke. Viola brings out {{p|Surskit}} and Grant releases {{p|Onix}}. Viola begins with having Surskit turn the field into ice for speed, and Grant, expecting the strategy, uses {{m|Rock Tomb}}. Surskit manages to escape from the rocks with {{m|Bubble Beam}} and {{m|Protect}}. Surskit uses {{m|Signal Beam}} and is met by Onix's {{m|Flash Cannon}}. Onix uses {{m|Rock Polish}} to raise its speed. Surskit uses {{m|Ice Beam}} to freeze Onix's tail, but Onix breaks out of the ice by jumping. Onix uses Rock Tomb once more and finishes Surskit with another Flash Cannon, and wins the battle.
Viola begins to take a picture to commemorate Ash's victory when white gloves are draped over her shoulder, the sign for a battle request, this one from Grant. On the battlefield, the Maid announces that both Viola and Grant need only one more victory each to reach {{tc|Grand Duchess}} and Grand Duke title respectively. Viola brings out {{p|Surskit}} and Grant releases {{p|Onix}}. Viola begins with having Surskit turn the field into ice for speed, and Grant, expecting the strategy, uses {{m|Rock Tomb}}. Surskit manages to escape from the rocks with {{m|Bubble Beam}} and {{m|Protect}}. Surskit follows on with a {{m|Signal Beam}}, but the attack is blocked by Onix's {{m|Flash Cannon}}. Onix uses {{m|Rock Polish}} to raise its speed. Surskit uses {{m|Ice Beam}} to freeze Onix's tail, but Onix breaks out of the ice by jumping. Onix uses Rock Tomb once more trap its opponent before finishing Surskit with another Flash Cannon, and wins the battle.


As Grant leaves the Chateau, Ash and his friends catch up with him and tell him that they hope to battle with him. Grant says he thinks he will meet Ash in the [[Cyllage Gym|Cyllage City Gym]] soon, and looks forward to it. Ash resolves to train to stand up against Rock Tomb. Outside the Chateau, Ash and {{ashfr}} thank Nico and Chester, who wish Ash luck at his next [[Gym]]. Ash faces a new challenge at [[Cyllage City]].
As Grant leaves the Chateau, Ash and his friends catch up with him and tell him that they hope to battle with him. Grant says he thinks he will meet Ash in the [[Cyllage Gym]] soon, and looks forward to it. Viola finally reveals that Grant is the [[Cyllage City]] Gym Leader, shocking everyone. Clemont concludes that Grant must be a Rock-type specialist, and Grant confirms this. Ash resolves to train to stand up against Rock Tomb. Outside the Chateau, Ash and his friends thank Nico and Chester, who wish Ash luck at his next [[Gym]].


==Major events==
==Major events==
[[File:Baron Ash.png|thumb|210px|Ash becoming a Baron]]
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* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} visit the [[Battle Chateau]].
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} visit the [[Battle Chateau]].
* Ash and his friends encounter [[Viola]] again.
* Ash and his friends encounter [[Viola]] again.
* Ash and friends meet [[Grant]].
* Ash and his friends meet [[Grant]], the [[Cyllage City]] [[Gym Leader]].
* Ash wins his first Battle Chateau challenge and becomes a {{tc|Baron}}.
* Ash wins his first Battle Chateau challenge and becomes a {{tc|Baron}}.
* Viola and Grant battle for the {{tc|Grand Duke}} rank and Grant wins.
* Ash and his friends learn that Grant is the [[Cyllage Gym|Cyllage]] [[Gym Leader]].
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===Debuts===
===Debuts===
====Humans====
* [[Grant]]
* [[Grant]]
====Pokémon debuts====
====Pokémon debuts====
* {{p|Fletchinder}}
* {{p|Fletchinder}}
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* [[Chester]]
* [[Chester]]
* [[Farrell]]
* [[Farrell]]
* {{kal|Molly}}
* {{OBP|Molly|XY020}}
* [[Turner]]
* [[Turner]]


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* {{p|Froakie}} ({{OP|Ash|Froakie}})
* {{p|Froakie}} ({{OP|Ash|Froakie}})
* {{p|Fletchling}} ({{OP|Ash|Fletchling}})
* {{p|Fletchling}} ({{OP|Ash|Fletchling}})
* {{p|Surskit}} ([[Viola]]'s)
* {{p|Onix}} ([[Grant]]'s)
* {{p|Onix}} ([[Grant]]'s)
* {{p|Surskit}} ([[Viola]]'s)
* {{p|Fletchling}} ([[Chester]]'s)
* {{p|Fletchling}} ([[Chester]]'s)
* {{p|Fletchinder}} ([[Nico]]'s; debut)
* {{p|Fletchinder}} ([[Nico]]'s; debut)
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* {{p|Furfrou}} (fantasy)
* {{p|Furfrou}} (fantasy)


==Trivia==  
==Trivia==
[[File:Title Card XY Ash.png|thumb|200px|The title card segment focuses on Ash for this episode]]
[[File:XY Title Card Ash.png|thumb|200px|The title card segment focuses on Ash for this episode]]
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon Holo Caster]]: {{p|Beedrill}}
* [[Professor Oak's Pokémon Holo Caster]]: {{p|Beedrill}}
* {{Ash}} and {{an|Serena}} narrate the preview for the [[XY021|next episode]].
* {{Ash}} and {{an|Serena}} narrate the preview for the [[XY021|next episode]].
** Instead of the normal preview, the special preview of the [[XY021|next episode]] and [[SS028]] was shown.
** Instead of the normal preview, the special preview of the [[XY021|next episode]] and [[BWS02]] was shown.
* {{AP|Pikachu}}'s [[Poké Ball]] is shown in this episode, a rarity for the series.
* {{AP|Pikachu}}'s {{i|Poké Ball}} makes one of its very sparse confirmed appearances in this episode, and its first one since ''[[AG024|A Corphish Out of Water!]]'', 521 episodes earlier.
* Music from ''[[M14|Pokémon the Movie: Black—Victini and Reshiram]]'' and ''[[M15|Kyurem VS. The Sword of Justice]]'' is used in this episode.
* Music from ''[[M14|Pokémon the Movie: Black—Victini and Reshiram]]'' and ''[[M15|Kyurem VS. The Sword of Justice]]'' is used in this episode.
* This episode aired on May 19, 2014 in Italy (on K2), twelve days before the US airdate. The gap between the Japanese and Italian airings is 60 days, making this the shortest time ever between the premiere of the Japanese version and a dub of the same episode, not taking into account the {{series|XY}} sneak peek event.
* This episode aired on May 19, 2014 in {{pmin|Italy}} (on K2), twelve days before it aired in {{pmin|the United States}}. The gap between the Japanese and Italian airings is 60 days, making this the shortest time ever between the premiere of the Japanese version and a dub of the same episode, not taking into account ''[[Pokémon the Series: XY]]'' sneak peek event.
* This is the first time that the battle graphic has not been used prior to Ash's battle in this series, or any battle in this episode. This may be omitted due to the different style used by the Battle Chateau and to give it a unique feel compared to other battles.
* This is the first time that the {{pkmn|battle}} graphic has not been used prior to Ash's battle in this series, or any battle in this episode. This may be omitted due to the different style used by the Battle Chateau and to give it a unique feel compared to other battles.


===Errors===
===Errors===
[[File:XY020 error.png|thumb|200px|Dusknoir's eye error]]
* [[Chester]]'s {{p|Fletchling}} uses {{m|Feather Dance}} in this episode, even though it [[Anime move errors|cannot legally learn the move]].
* Chester's {{p|Fletchling}} uses {{m|Feather Dance}} in this episode, even though it [[Anime move errors|cannot legally learn the move]].
* When {{p|Dusknoir}} faints, the black and red colors of its eye are swapped.
* When {{p|Dusknoir}} faints, the black and red colors of its eye are swapped.
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File:XY020 error.png|Dusknoir's eye error
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===Dub edits===
===Dub edits===
* For an unknown reason, the title card lacks the characters' shadows in the Polish dub.
* For unknown reasons, this episode, along with [[XY019|the previous one]], was skipped during the debut airings on Hungama TV in {{pmin|South Asia|India}}. They were later aired during re-runs on Marvel HQ.
* This episode was skipped in the Hindi dub as Hungama TV put the [[S17|season]] on a hiatus for a month and then restarted airing the season.


==In other languages==
==In other languages==
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XY020   EP819
挑戦バトルシャトー！ビオラVSザクロ！！
Battle Chateau Challenge! Viola VS Zakuro!!
First broadcast
Japan March 20, 2014
United States June 7, 2014
English themes
Opening Pokémon Theme (Version XY)
Ending
Japanese themes
Opening Ｖ（ボルト）
Ending Ｘ海峡Ｙ景色
Credits
Animation Team Kato
Screenplay 冨岡淳広 Atsuhiro Tomioka
Storyboard 樋口香里 Kaori Higuchi
Assistant director 前園文夫 Fumio Maezono
Animation director 小山知洋 Tomohiro Koyama
No additional credits are available at this time.

Breaking Titles at the Chateau! (Japanese: 挑戦バトルシャトー！ビオラVSザクロ！！ Battle Chateau Challenge! Viola VS Zakuro!!) is the 20th episode of Pokémon the Series: XY, and the 819th episode of the Pokémon anime. It first aired in Japan on March 20, 2014 and in the United States on June 7, 2014.

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Blurb

On their way to Cyllage City, our heroes meet Nico and Chester, two brothers who introduce them to the incredible Battle Chateau. Its owner, Lord Turner, explains that the Trainers who battle there are considered knights and expected to adhere to the knight’s code of chivalry and honor. By defeating others at the Battle Chateau, a Trainer receives a title of nobility—from the lowly Baron to the acclaimed Grand Duke.

Nico has already earned his Baron title, and he wants to introduce Chester to the Chateau. First, though, he’s looking for a battle of his own—and when his Fletchinder defeats Baron Farrell and his Dusknoir, Nico earns the new title of Viscount! Next, Chester and Ash face off in their debut battle. Chester’s Fletchling makes a valiant effort, but Pikachu is triumphant, and Ash is now a Baron!

Gym Leader (and Duchess) Viola also frequents the Battle Chateau, and after snapping a photo of Ash in his new Baron cape, she receives a challenge of her own. Duke Grant, with his powerful Onix, and Duchess Viola, with her speedy Surskit, take the battlefield—but thanks to some impressive training, Onix manages to keep up with Surskit, and Grant wins, earning the highest title of Grand Duke!

Afterward, Ash is determined to advance through the Battle Chateau ranks so he can challenge Grant someday, but it seems that may not be necessary—because Grant is the Gym Leader of Cyllage City, our heroes’ next stop!

Plot

At a Pokémon Center, Serena shows her friends a picture of the Battle Chateau, and suggests that they go there. They are approached by two rapping brothers, Nico is the older brother and has a Fletchinder and Chester is the younger one with a Fletchling; who explain that one gets noble ranks by battling at the Chateau. Ash is immediately interested, so he and the group join the brothers to the Chateau. Once arrived, Nico already holds the rank of Baron and requests a debut battle for Chester, and Ash asks to have a battle as well. The group is met by the head of the house, Duke Turner, who explains that the Battle Chateau is a social meeting place for gentlemen and ladies to have first-rate battles. A Pokémon Trainer, or "knight" climbs through the noble ranks by winning battles. A Maid guides the group to the salon, where they are to choose their opponent of the same rank. The group sees Grant, who is only described as a strong Trainer, hanging from the wall.

Nico finds a battle partner in another Baron named Farrell. The Chateau's other guests come to the terrace to watch the match unfold. Coming to the terrace, Santalune City Gym Leader Viola waves to fellow Gym Leader Grant before noticing Ash and his friends on the balcony. On the battlefield, Nico and Farrell wear white cloaks, and Turner tells the group the Chateau is based on chivalry. Chester explains the ranks: first, Baron (white), then Viscount (blue), Earl (green), Marquis (yellow), Duke (red), and finally Grand Duke (purple). Nico needs only one more victory to have ten and be promoted to Viscount.

The battle begins; Nico using Fletchinder and Farrell using Dusknoir. Fletchinder begins with Flame Charge but Dusknoir vanishes, only to reappear suddenly and attack Fletchinder with a Thunder Punch. Fletchinder uses Flame Charge again and is successful. Viola says hello to Ash, and tells him that she has a Duchess rank, the female counterpart of Duke. The Maid declares Nico the winner of the match, and he is given a new blue cloak and is promoted to Viscount. Just then, Grant crashes to the ground, and he and Viola exchange words. Viola says Grant shouldn’t be climbing walls anyway, though Grant admits that the historic walls are an irresistible challenge to a rock climber like himself. Ash takes the opportunity to ask Grant for a battle, but as Grant is a Duke, they cannot.

However, Turner announces that Ash and Chester will battle for the Baron rank, Ash decides to use Pikachu and Chester sticks with Fletchling. Ash starts the battle with Thunderbolt, which Fletchling dodges with Agility. Ash follows up with Electro Ball, which again fails to land. Fletchling uses Feather Dance, which lowers Pikachu's attack power, and hits with a Steel Wing. Pikachu counters with Iron Tail, but the move is not effective because of his decreased strength, but is more effective when Ash uses it repeatedly. Ash uses Thunderbolt again, causing Fletchling to faint and winning the battle, as well as a white cloak and the title of Baron.

Viola begins to take a picture to commemorate Ash's victory when white gloves are draped over her shoulder, the sign for a battle request, this one from Grant. On the battlefield, the Maid announces that both Viola and Grant need only one more victory each to reach Grand Duchess and Grand Duke title respectively. Viola brings out Surskit and Grant releases Onix. Viola begins with having Surskit turn the field into ice for speed, and Grant, expecting the strategy, uses Rock Tomb. Surskit manages to escape from the rocks with Bubble Beam and Protect. Surskit follows on with a Signal Beam, but the attack is blocked by Onix's Flash Cannon. Onix uses Rock Polish to raise its speed. Surskit uses Ice Beam to freeze Onix's tail, but Onix breaks out of the ice by jumping. Onix uses Rock Tomb once more trap its opponent before finishing Surskit with another Flash Cannon, and wins the battle.

As Grant leaves the Chateau, Ash and his friends catch up with him and tell him that they hope to battle with him. Grant says he thinks he will meet Ash in the Cyllage Gym soon, and looks forward to it. Viola finally reveals that Grant is the Cyllage City Gym Leader, shocking everyone. Clemont concludes that Grant must be a Rock-type specialist, and Grant confirms this. Ash resolves to train to stand up against Rock Tomb. Outside the Chateau, Ash and his friends thank Nico and Chester, who wish Ash luck at his next Gym.

Major events

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

Debuts

Humans

Pokémon debuts

Characters

Humans

Pokémon Quiz

Pokémon

Who's That Pokémon?

Who's That Pokémon?: Fletchinder (US and international)
Pokémon Quiz: Fletchinder (Japan)

Trivia

The title card segment focuses on Ash for this episode

Errors

  • Dusknoir's eye error

    Dusknoir's eye error

Dub edits

  • For unknown reasons, this episode, along with the previous one, was skipped during the debut airings on Hungama TV in India. They were later aired during re-runs on Marvel HQ.

In other languages



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