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DP057

2020-04-16T21:35:51Z

Fojames: /* Plot */

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title_en=Bibarel Gnaws Best! |
title_ja=ビーダルは知っていた！|
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broadcast_jp=November 29, 2007 |
broadcast_us=May 17, 2008 |
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'''Bibarel Gnaws Best!''' (Japanese: '''ビーダルは知っていた！''' ''{{tt|Beadaru|Bibarel}} Knew!'') is the 57th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 523rd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on November 29, 2007 as part of a one-hour special alongside [[DP056]], and in the United States on May 17, 2008.

{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

On the way to Solaceon Town, our heroes reach a river with an unfinished bridge. Brock immediately falls for Isis, the stonecutter working on the bridge, and learns that construction has halted because Isis's Bibarel refuses to cut any more stone. With only days until the project deadline, Isis's job is in trouble, and Brock gallantly offers to help get Bibarel back to work. But to his surprise, even the lure of delicious Pokémon food can't convince Bibarel to resume cutting.

Isis doesn't know what's wrong—Bibarel was trained by a master stonecutter and always used to obey her commands. But once the stonecutter left, Bibarel stopped working. Brock and his friends try to make up for the slack by having their own Pokémon cut stone instead, but without Bibarel, they don't have the know-how to cut stone to the right specifications. To make things worse, Team Rocket descends on the scene and steals the construction team's Machamp and Machoke!

Bibarel beats Team Rocket and frees the kidnapped Pokémon, but the bridge's head engineer shows up at the quarry and tries to force Bibarel out of the way so work can resume. With help from our heroes, Bibarel defeats the head engineer and his Pokémon. Then Bibarel's original master returns, and reveals that the head engineer's blueprints were flawed. That's why Bibarel refused to cut any stone! Using the corrected blueprint, Bibarel gets back to work and the bridge is finished on schedule.

==Plot==
{{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} are on their way to [[Solaceon Town]], when they come across an incomplete bridge which has a group of people standing on it. {{an|Brock}} falls in love with one of them, assumes that she is being threatened and races towards the bridge, but when he gets there, he does not stop soon enough and {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}} has to save him. He is then told that the Mayor and the [[head engineer]] are simply telling the woman, called [[Isis]], that the bridge must be completed soon, causing Brock to apologize. The Mayor and head engineer then leave, with the head engineer commenting that they have to think about his reputation. Ash and {{an|Dawn}} remark that he is very selfish, and everyone introduces themselves.

Isis tells Ash and his friends what is going on. Originally, an [[expert stonecutter]] was hired to build the vital bridge, but he hurt his back. Then the head engineer took charge and put Isis in charge of stonecutting, but work has since ground to a halt. Before she can continue, Brock tells her to leave it all to him and gives some of his special Pokémon food to the construction company's {{p|Machoke}} and {{p|Machamp}}. Isis is amazed at the eagerness at which they eat the food, but then says that they are not the problem, it is the Pokémon which cuts the stone which is. At Brock's request, Isis leads them to the quarry. Meanwhile, {{TRT}} contemplates taking the Pokémon, fantasizing about building a giant stone castle for the boss.

When they get to the quarry, Isis points out the stonecutter: a sleeping {{p|Bibarel}}. Brock then pulls a table and ingredients from his bag, before making a large bowl of food for Bibarel, which eats the lot before going back to sleep. Isis then reveals that she is actually a professional Pokémon Breeder, and that she was the one who taught Bibarel to cut stone before showing it to the expert stonecutter. The stonecutter took it under his wing, helping Bibarel to master stonecutting. She then says that since the stonecutter hurt himself, Bibarel has refused to work. Brock, as a {{type|Rock}} expert, decides to help, borrowing {{AP|Chimchar}}, {{AP|Buizel}} and {{AP|Turtwig}} and sends out {{TP|Brock|Sudowoodo}}. Chimchar heats up the rock with {{m|Flamethrower}}, Buizel cools it with {{m|Water Gun}}, causing it to crack, and Turtwig uses {{m|Razor Leaf}}, which Sudowoodo copies with {{m|Mimic}}, to break it off and cut it into smooth blocks. Isis measures it and tells them that the blocks are the wrong size. They are about to try again when Bibarel stands on the blocks they cut and looks at them angrily.

Suddenly, the cries of Machoke and Machamp break the deadlock, and Team Rocket's balloon appears over the trees with the Pokémon in a cage beneath it. They perform their motto and {{MTR}} pushes a button, causing an arm to shoot out. The others try to free Bibarel the same way they cut the stone, but the arm is not even scratched. Team Rocket then throw Bibarel into the cage. It angrily begins gnawing on the bars, and although [[Jessie]] and [[James]] are initially worried, Meowth says that the bars are made of the same material as the arm, so it will not break. However, Bibarel quickly breaks through the bars and all the Pokémon jump out. {{AP|Pikachu}} then sends Team Rocket blasting off again with {{m|Thunderbolt}}.

Bibarel still refuses to cut stone, however, and the head engineer shows up in a giant digger and sends out his {{p|Rhydon}} to cut the stone with {{m|Horn Drill}}, ignoring Isis's and Brock's reminder that he will need Bibarel's help to cut the stone into the right shape. Bibarel angrily tackles Rhydon, which then hits it with its tail. Rhydon is about to stomp on Bibarel when Bibarel bites Rhydon's foot. The head engineer then sends out his {{p|Aggron}}, {{p|Magmar}} and {{p|Metang}}, telling them to use {{m|Iron Head}}, Flamethrower and {{m|Metal Claw}}, respectively. Bibarel dodges the Iron Head and Metal Claw, but is hit by the Flamethrower. The head engineer's Pokémon all charge at Bibarel, while Isis realizes that Bibarel is trying to protect the quarry.

Ash tells Pikachu to use {{m|Iron Tail}}, which hits Rhydon. Then Chimchar uses Flamethrower, Buizel uses Water Gun, Turtwig uses Razor Leaf, which Sudowoodo copies with Mimic, and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} uses {{m|Bubble Beam}}. The combined attacks stop the head engineer's Pokémon, so he jumps into his digger and drives it towards the quarry wall, but a large rock comes out of nowhere and knocks it over. Finally, the expert stonecutter reveals himself with a third Machamp. The stonecutter reveals that he never really hurt his back, and the only thing that needed healing was the blueprint. The head engineer denies this, but the stonecutter points out that it required less stones than necessary, and reveals a model of the bridge he had built to the blueprint. When the removes the support structure, the bridge immediately collapses. The head engineer says he continued building it so the project would be finished on time and his reputation would be saved.

Isis and the expert stonecutter tell him that he will never work as an engineer alongside stonecutters again, and that he must leave the construction site immediately, or else. Threatened by the Pokémon, the head engineer and his Pokémon run off. Despite this, Isis realizes that they will never get the project finished on time without a blueprint. The expert stonecutter then reveals that he had already made a new blueprint for the bridge, so everyone starts working together. Ash and friends' Pokémon combine their attacks and Bibarel cuts the stone blocks to the right size and shape. The other Pokémon then start carrying the blocks to the bridge, while Ash, Dawn, and Brock help to build the bridge itself.

At the opening, the group watches from an overlook and the expert stonecutter gives the group headbands like his and Bibarel's. Brock immediately puts his on and starts swooning over Isis, before he is {{m|Poison Jab}}bed by Croagunk, causing Isis to comment that Brock does not look so good as he collapses. After waiting a few moments for Brock to recover, the group waves goodbye, and they continue on their way to Solaceon Town.

==Major events==
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Giovanni}} ([[Boss fantasy|fantasy]])
* [[Isis]]
* [[Expert stonecutter]]
* [[Head engineer]]
* Mayor

===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|Turtwig}} ({{OP|Ash|Turtwig}})
* {{p|Chimchar}} ({{OP|Ash|Chimchar}})
* {{p|Buizel}} ({{OP|Ash|Buizel}})
* {{p|Sudowoodo}} ({{OP|Brock|Sudowoodo}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Happiny}} ({{OP|Brock|Happiny}})
* {{p|Bibarel}} ([[Expert stonecutter]]'s; in [[Isis|Isis]]'s care)
* {{p|Machamp}} ([[Expert stonecutter]]'s; ×3)
* {{p|Machoke}} ([[Expert stonecutter]]'s; ×2)
* {{p|Rhydon}} ([[Head engineer]]'s)
* {{p|Magmar}} ([[Head engineer]]'s)
* {{p|Aggron}} ([[Head engineer]]'s)
* {{p|Metang}} ([[Head engineer]]'s)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's Big Pokémon Encyclopedia]]: {{p|Hippopotas}}
** Pokémon senryū: みえるかな　すなにかくれた　ヒポポタス ''Mieru ka na, suna ni kakureta, Hipopotasu'' "Can I see it? Hidden in the sand; Hippopotas"
* The headband that {{p|Bibarel}} wears during this episode (and is given to the main characters at the end) has a similar design to the [[Focus Band]].
* The ending credits are for this episode and [[DP056|the previous one]].
* Instead of the ending credits shown before Professor Oak's Pokémon Lecture, they were shown after it.
* Most of the [[We Will Be Heroes|English dub's opening]] for this season is based on this episode.
* The dub title of this episode can either come from the name of an American TV and radio show called ''{{wp|Father Knows Best}}'' or the similarly named American TV show ''{{wp|Hogan Knows Best}}''.
* In Japan, this episode was included as a bonus feature on the DVD release of ''[[PK18|Pikachu's Exploration Club]]''.

===Errors===
* When {{AP|Buizel}}, {{AP|Chimchar}}, {{TP|Brock|Sudowoodo}}, {{AP|Turtwig}}, and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} are attacking the [[head engineer]]'s Pokémon, Chimchar's Japanese voice can be heard.
* {{an|Brock}} knew [[Isis]]'s name, even though it was not previously mentioned.
* When the {{p|Machoke}} and {{p|Machamp}} were eating Brock's food, they suddenly switch colors.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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|cs={{tt|Bibarel kouše nejlíp|Bibarel Bites Best}}
|da={{tt|Bibarel bider fra sig!|Bibarel bites back!}}
|de={{tt|Bidifas nagt am Besten!|Bibarel gnaws best!}}
|nl={{tt|Bibarel knaagt het beste! / Bibarel knaagt als de beste!|Bibarel gnaws best!}}
|fi={{tt|Jyrsijöistä parhain!|The best of rodents!}}
|fr_eu={{tt|3 jours pour 1 pont !|3 days for a bridge!}}
|he={{tt|ביבארל יודע את זה|Bibarel Knows This}}
|it={{tt|I fantastici denti di Bibarel!|Bibarel's fabulous teeth!}}
|ko={{tt|비버통은 알고 있다! 무슨 일이 일어났는지!|Bibarel Knows! What Happened!}}
|no={{tt|Bibarel biter fra seg!|Bibarel bites back!}}
|pl={{tt|Bibarel wie najlepiej|Bibarel knows best}}
|pt_br={{tt|A greve de Bibarel!|The strike of Bibarel!}}
|pt_eu={{tt|Pedras Moles em Águas Duras!|Soft Rocks in Hard Water!}} {{tt|*|Part of a Portuguese saying.}}
|es_la={{tt|¡Bibarel es el mejor!|Bibarel is the best!}}
|es_eu={{tt|¡Bibarel Roe Mejor!|Bibarel Gnaws Best!}}
|sv={{tt|Bibarel gnager bäst!|Bibarel gnaws best!}}
|ro={{tt|Bibarel e cel mai Mare Rozător|Bibarel is the Biggest Rodent}}
|ru={{tt|Что гложет Бибарела|What does worry Bibarel}}
}}
 
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Rival

2019-08-14T07:49:16Z

Fojames: /* In the main series */

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:''For the [[Elite Four]] {{pkmn|Champion}} in {{eng|Pokémon Stadium}}, see [[Blue (game)]]''.
:''For the Japanese opening theme, see [[The Rivals]].''
----
[[File:Rival artwork.png|thumb|230px|{{ga|Red}}'s first battle against his rival {{ga|Blue}}]]
A '''rival''' (Japanese: '''ライバル''' ''rival'') is one of the main characters in the [[Pokémon games]] that is well known to the {{player|protagonist}} and has similar skills, goals, and achievements. Rival characters appear frequently during the protagonist's quest, having a role in several of the games' events and often challenges him or her in {{pkmn|battle}}s. Defeating a rival may be a primary or necessary goal of said character.

==In the games==
===Core series===
[[File:Rivals Masters Trailer.png|thumb|250px|From left to right: Hugh, Silver, and Wally]]
In the [[core series]], a rival is a recurring opponent to the {{player}} throughout the game. This character class appeared beginning in [[Generation I]] and in every main series game since. Typically, rivals will be met by the player early in the game, usually around the time the player receives their [[starter Pokémon]]. In most games, the rival will also obtain a starter Pokémon and will usually participate in the player's first [[Pokémon battle]] against a Trainer. From then on, rivals will appear frequently throughout the player's journey, often being one step ahead of the player as the player moves through the region, meeting and battling the player at various points in the game with a progressively stronger and diversified [[party]]. Usually, they must be defeated in order to continue the game; the most important of these battles happening either right before or during the player's challenge to the [[Elite Four]].

After the defeat of the [[Elite Four]] and the [[Pokémon Champion]], the rival can usually be battled at the player's leisure, but only at certain times with increasingly powerful Pokémon. More often than not, they will have the starter Pokémon of their home region that is strong against the one the player chose at the beginning of the game.

Players are able to choose a different name for Blue, Silver, Barry, Hugh, and Trace. In [[Hoenn]]- and [[Kalos]]-based games, the player character not chosen will serve as a rival.

The following are the characters considered to be rivals in the games. It should be noted, though, that only {{ga|Blue}} and {{ga|Silver}} have ever received the ''Rival'' [[Trainer class]]; all others have been referred to as ''[[Pokémon Trainer|{{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer]]s'' (Generations III-V) or ''Pokémon Trainers'' (Generation VI onward).

Additionally, in {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}, Blue is referred to as "Champion Blue" during the Champion battle and [[rematch]]. In [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]], {{ga|Trace}} will also use the "Champion" Trainer class during the Champion battle, but, unlike Blue, does not use it in the rematch.


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===Spin-off games===
====Pokémon Card GB series====
In the Card GB series, [[Ronald]] does not use actual Pokémon themselves, but cards instead.

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====Pokémon Masters====
In Pokémon Masters, [[Paulo]] serves as the player's rival.

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==In the anime==
===In the main series===
[[File:Ash and Paul.png|thumb|250px|Ash and Paul, his main {{series|Diamond & Pearl}} rival]]
Various rivals for the main characters have also appeared in the {{pkmn|anime}}.

;Ash's rivals
* {{Ash}}'s main rival in the [[original series]] was {{Gary}}. They were close when they were younger, but their friendship ended when they argued over an old {{i|Poké Ball}} and broke it. Eventually, Gary gained some respect for Ash, and after losing to him in the [[Silver Conference]], they became friends again altogether.
[[File:Ash and Gladion.png|thumb|250px|Ash and Gladion, his main {{series|Sun & Moon}} rival]]
* [[Paul]] is Ash's main rival for the duration of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}. When they met, Paul despised Ash due to his approach to [[Pokémon training]] and [[friendship]], constantly insulting him every time they crossed paths. However, he eventually grew to respect Ash after losing to him in the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]].
** {{an|Barry}} is Ash's secondary Sinnoh rival. Unlike Ash's other major rivals, the two have a friendly rivalry, though on occasion Barry did comment that Ash was weak and made rude comments about him.
** Ash's minor rivals include [[Nando]] and [[Conway]] who, while they battled Ash more than once across an entire saga, have a smaller role than the other rivals.
* [[Trip]] was Ash's only unfriendly rival in the {{series|Best Wishes}}. The rivalry formed when Trip found out that Ash was from Kanto, a region Trip thinks very little of. Trip believed Ash to be a redneck from the boonies who needed to go back to the basics of Pokémon, causing a heated rivalry. However, they were shown to respect each other to some extent in various episodes. Like with Gary and Paul, the two became friends when Ash beat Trip at the [[Vertress Conference]].
* {{an|Tierno}} was Ash's primary rival for the first part of the {{series|XY}}, with {{an|Trevor}} serving as a minor secondary rival. During the second part of his Kalos journey, however, Ash struck up serious rivalries with [[Alain]] and [[Sawyer]]. Alain wished to test the unique power of Ash and his {{AP|Greninja}}, while Sawyer looked up to Ash and made it his goal to surpass him.
* {{an|Gladion}} is a recurring rival of Ash in the {{series|Sun & Moon}}. Ash and Gladion's rivalry was mutually respectful from the start, with Gladion recognizing Ash's strength almost immediately. Gladion eventually became more dedicated to surpassing Ash after witnessing his and his Pikachu's aptitude for [[Z-Move]]s, leading him to undertake the [[island challenge]].
* Ash also has friendly rivalries with [[Ritchie]], {{jo|Harrison}}, [[Morrison]], {{ho|Tyson}}, {{si|Tobias}}, [[Stephan]], {{an|Bianca}}, [[Virgil]], {{un|Cameron}}, and [[Hau]].

;Other characters' rivals
* [[Jessie]] and [[James]] have an unfriendly rivalry with [[Cassidy]] and [[Butch]], respectively.
* {{an|May}} has friendly rivalries with [[Drew]] and [[Solidad]], and an unfriendly rivalry with [[Harley]].
[[File:Dawn rivals.png|thumb|370px|Dawn's recurring rivals]]
* {{an|Dawn}} has friendly rivalries with [[Zoey]] and {{si|Kenny}}, and unfriendly rivalries with [[Ursula]] and [[Jessilina]]. She also has [[Nando]] as a minor rival.
* [[Johanna]] had a friendly rivalry with [[Lila]] when they were younger. Lila was the first person to defeat Johanna in a [[Contest Battle]], but she eventually gave up {{pkmn|Coordinator|coordinating}} and became a {{pkmn|Stylist}}.
* {{an|Iris}} has an unfriendly rivalry with [[Georgia]], which comes from the fact that Iris wants to become a [[Type expert|Dragon Master]] while Georgia focuses on defeating {{type|Dragon}} Pokémon.
* {{an|Cilan}} has an unfriendly rivalry with [[Burgundy]], which comes from when he defeated her at the [[Striaton Gym]], and also from Cilan's better reputation as a {{pkmn|Connoisseur}}.
* [[Stephan]] engaged in an unfriendly rivalry with [[Montgomery]] during the [[Clubsplosion]].
* {{an|Serena}} has friendly rivalries with {{an|Shauna}}, [[Miette]], [[Nini]], and {{an|Aria}}.
* {{an|Sophocles}} has a rivalry with [[Horacio]]. While they were initially unfriendly, they became more respectful towards each other after an encounter in the [[Vast Poni Canyon]].

===In ''[[M20|I Choose You!]]''===
[[Cross]] could be said to be {{OBP|Ash Ketchum|M20|Ash}}'s rival in the alternate storyline depicted in ''[[M20|I Choose You!]]''. In a similar manner to Paul, Cross abandoned his {{AP|Charizard|Charmander}}, deeming it to be too weak, and allowing Ash to catch it. Their relationship could even be said to be antagonistic, with Cross being even more aggressive than Paul. Cross's aggressiveness and thirst for power is derived from an inferiority complex, from being able to see {{p|Ho-Oh}}, but not being chosen as the Rainbow Hero. In the end, despite losing to Ash and his former Charmander, who by that point had evolved into Charizard, he still attempted to steal the [[Rainbow Wing]] in order to battle Ho-Oh and prove himself as the strongest Trainer.

===In Pokémon Origins===
{{OBP|Blue|Origins}} appears as {{OBP|Red|Origins}}'s rival in [[Pokémon Origins]], fulfilling his traditional role in the {{pkmn|games}}.

===In Pokémon Generations===
{{ga|Red}}'s rival {{ga|Blue}} appears in ''[[PG03|The Challenger]]'', becoming the {{pkmn|Champion|Pokémon League Champion}} shortly before Red challenges him to a battle over the title.

{{ga|Ethan}}'s rival {{ga|Silver}} appears in ''[[PG05|The Legacy]]'', although the two are never shown encountering each other.

==In the manga==
[[File:Rivals Adventures.png|thumb|200px|Red and his rival, Blue]]
===In the Phantom Thief Pokémon 7 manga===
* [[Hiori]] has [[Rocco]].

===In the Pocket Monsters Zensho manga===
* {{Zensho|Satoshi}} has {{Zensho|Shigeru}}.

===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
Several of the characters in [[Pokémon Adventures]] have been rivals to each other.
* {{adv|Red}} and {{adv|Blue}}.
* {{adv|Gold}} and {{adv|Silver}}.
* {{adv|Crystal}} and [[Eusine]].
* {{adv|Ruby}} and {{adv|Sapphire}}.
* [[Team Magma]] and [[Team Aqua]].
* {{adv|Black}} and {{adv|Cheren}}.

===In the Pokémon Diamond & Pearl Adventure! manga===
[[File:Rivals DPA.png|thumb|200px|Hareta and his rival, Koya]]
Several characters have rivals in this series.
* [[Hareta]] has {{OBP|Jun|DPA}} and [[Koya]].
* [[Mitsumi]] has [[Jupiter]].

===In the Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All! manga===
* [[Shu]] has a number of one-off rivalries in early volumes, but starting with [[GDZ52|Enter the Rival!]] in {{Vol|Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All|4}}, his recurring rival becomes [[Nagi]].

===In the Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys manga===
* {{GnB|Gold}} has {{GnB|Black}}.

===In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga===
* {{OBP|Red|Pocket Monsters}} has {{OBP|Green|Pocket Monsters}} and {{OBP|Blue|Pocket Monsters}}.

===In the Pokémon RéBURST manga===
* [[Ryouga]] has [[Hariru]].

===In the Magical Pokémon Journey manga===
* [[Hazel]] has [[Coconut]].

==Trivia==
* {{Ash}} has at least one species of Pokémon from the same [[List of Pokémon by evolution family|evolutionary line]] as each of his major rivals. {{Gary}} captured a {{p|Krabby}} and uses a {{p|Blastoise}}, [[Paul]] uses a {{p|Torterra}} and {{p|Gliscor}}, {{an|Barry}} uses a {{p|Staraptor}} and {{p|Heracross}}, [[Trip]] uses a {{p|Serperior}} and {{p|Tranquill}}, {{an|Bianca}} uses an {{p|Emboar}}, [[Sawyer]] uses a {{p|Sceptile}}, [[Alain]] uses a {{p|Charizard}} and an {{p|Unfezant}}, {{an|Gladion}} uses a {{p|Lycanroc}}, and [[Hau]] uses a {{p|Decidueye}}.
* Powerful enemies in the [[Battle Royale]]s of {{g|Rumble}} and {{g|Rumble Blast}}—chosen from Miis—are called rivals as well.
* In every [[generation]], at least one of the player's rivals can be battled at the [[Pokémon League]] and/or [[Victory Road]].
* According to an interview with [[Junichi Masuda]], the rivals have become less antagonistic due to the following reason: ''"I think the biggest reason that rivals were more of a jerk in the early days is that we were just limited in what we could express with the pixel graphics. There's not much that you can do with that kind of little sprite on the screen, so we worked harder to characterize them through dialogue and give them certain personalities. Also, because it's just dialogue and there's not a whole lot going on on the screen, it doesn't give as harsh of an impression even if they're jerks, I think. Now we have HD graphics and the visuals are much more impressive. If you also made him a jerk, the impression would be a lot stronger on players. Another thing, just my own personal take, is that it feels that people with those kinds of personalities these days are just not as accepted by players as they were back then."''<ref>[https://www.gamespot.com/articles/pokemon-dev-explains-why-your-rivals-arent-jerks-a/1100-6462397/ GameSpot interview about rivals]</ref>

==In other languages==
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|zh_yue=勁敵 {{tt|Gihngdihk|Rival}}
|zh_cmn=勁敵 / 劲敌 {{tt|Jìngdí|Rival}}
|fi=Kilpailija
|nl=Mededinger
|fr=Rival
|de=Rivale
|hi=दुश्मन {{tt|Dushman|Rival}} {{tt|*|Hungama dub}}
|it=Rivale
|ko=라이벌 ''Rival''
|pl=Rywal
|pt=Rival
|ru=Соперник ''Sopernik''
|es=Rival
|th=คู่แข่ง
|tr=Rakip
}}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==See also==
* {{cat|Rivals' Pokémon}}
{{-}}
{{Rival characters}}
{{TrainerNav|battle items|kanto=yes|johto=yes}} 
{{Project CharacterDex notice|tc}}

[[Category:Trainer classes]]

[[de:Rivale]]
[[es:Rival]]
[[fr:Rival]]
[[it:Rivale]]
[[ja:ライバル]]
[[zh:劲敌]]

Caterpie (Red and Blue Rescue Team)

2019-06-09T22:38:26Z

Fojames: /* In the games */

{{AnimePokémonInfobox|
type1=Bug|
ball=None|
nickname=Caterpie|
jnickname=キャタピー|
tmnickname=Caterpie|
image=[[File:Caterpie Mystery Dungeon Red and Blue.png|250px]]|
caption=The {{player}} and partner first encounter Caterpie|
caught=no |
gender=Male |
ability=Unknown|
pokemonname=Caterpie|
prevonum=010|
epnum= Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team |
current=At [[Whiscash Pond]] |
media=game|
va=None |
}}

'''Caterpie''' (Japanese: '''キャタピー''' ''Caterpie'') is a [[non-player character]] in {{g|Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team}}.

==In the games==
Caterpie is first mentioned to the {{player}} and partner by his worried mother, {{mdc|Butterfree|1}}. She explains that a fissure opened in the ground and Caterpie fell into a cavern. She tried to rescue him herself since he is too young to get out alone, but some Pokémon started attacking her. Since she was too weak to continue, she asks the player and their partner to help, and the partner immediately accepts. The player and their partner find Caterpie crying at the end of [[Tiny Woods]] and reunite him with his mother. After the player and partner agree to form a [[Team|Rescue Team]], Caterpie expresses his wish to join when he grows up.

Later, Caterpie asks the player to save his friend, {{mdc|Metapod|1}}, who has gotten lost in [[Sinister Woods]]. [[Team Meanies]] overhears this and also decides to go and save Metapod, saying that if they do so, Caterpie will have to join their rescue team and that they will claim a reward from his mother. The player character and partner assure Caterpie that they will rescue Metapod first. They follow Team Meanies to Sinister Woods and defeat them. They then proceed to rescue Metapod, reuniting the two friends. After this, the two are often found near [[Whiscash Pond]] together.

After the player and partner beat the {{DL|List of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team characters|Mankey}} in [[Uproar Forest]], Caterpie, along with {{DL|List of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team characters|Wynaut and Wobbuffet|Wynaut, and Wobbuffet}}, helps out in remodeling the player's [[Team Base]], using his silk to stick pieces together.

After the player and partner defeat {{DL|List of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team characters|Rayquaza}}, Caterpie appears with everyone else on top of [[Hill of the Ancients]] to celebrate the victory. A few days later, he informs the player and partner that {{mdc|Granbull|1|Snubbull}} has evolved.

===Quotes===
;[[Tiny Woods]]
*First Time
:''"Waaaaah… Mommy… Where are you…? Sniffle…"''
:''"Huh?"''
:''"OK."''

*After rescuing him
:''"………… Cool…"''
:''"Thank you! <ally> and <player>!"''

==In the manga==
[[File:Caterpie GRT.png|thumb|200px|Caterpie]]
===In the Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Ginji's Rescue Team manga===
Caterpie first appeared in ''[[GRT1|Pokémon to the Rescue!]]'', where it was trapped on the top of a tall rock located inside a fissure. Both [[Ginji]] and {{OBP|Mudkip|Ginji's Rescue Team}} successfully rescued it from some attacking {{p|Ariados}}.

It reappeared in ''[[GRT6|Tears and Emotions - It's the Final Chapter!]]''.

==See also==
{{Animespecies|Caterpie}}

{{-}}
{{PMD Rescue Team characters}} 
{{DoubleProjectTag|CharacterDex|Sidegames|characters in the spin-off games.}}

[[Category:Pokémon characters]]

[[fr:Chenipan/Pokémon Donjon Mystère]]
[[it:Caterpie (Squadra Rossa e Squadra Blu)]]

Walkthrough:Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen/Part 13

2018-12-13T20:00:37Z

Fojames: /* Viridian Gym */

{{WalkthroughNotice|FRLG}}
==Route 21==
[[File:Kanto Route 21 FRLG.png|thumb|75px|Route 21]]

The waterbound {{rt|21|Kanto}} is a quiet route that connects [[Cinnabar Island]] to [[Pallet Town]]. Before continuing on to the final Gym, there is another legendary Pokémon to find. To begin, fly to [[Cerulean City]].

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|- align="center"
! Trainers
|-
|
{{trainerheader|ocean}}
{{trainerentry|Spr FRLG Fisherman.png|Fisherman|Wade|972|6|129|Magikarp|♂|27|None|129|Magikarp|♂|27|None|129|Magikarp|♂|27|None|129|Magikarp|♂|27|None|129|Magikarp|♂|27|None|129|Magikarp|♂|27|None|38=Vs. Seeker}}
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{{trainerdiv|ocean}}
{{trainerentry|Spr FRLG Sis and Bro.png|Sis and Bro|Lil & Ian|264|2|117|Seadra|♂|33|None|121|Starmie||33|None|38=Vs. Seeker}}
{{trainerdiv|ocean}}
{{trainerentry|Spr FRLG Swimmer M.png|Swimmer♂|Spencer|132|2|117|Seadra|♂|33|None|073|Tentacruel|♂|33|None}}
{{trainerdiv|ocean}}
{{trainerentry|Spr FRLG Fisherman.png|Fisherman|Claude|1116|2|090|Shellder|♂|31|None|091|Cloyster|♂|31|None}}
{{trainerdiv|ocean}}
{{trainerentry|Spr FRLG Fisherman.png|Fisherman|Nolan|1188|2|119|Seaking|♂|33|None|118|Goldeen|♂|33|None}}
{{trainerdiv|ocean}}
{{trainerentry|Spr FRLG Swimmer M.png|Swimmer♂|Jack|148|1|121|Starmie||37|None|38=Vs. Seeker}}
{{trainerdiv|ocean}}
{{trainerentry|Spr FRLG Swimmer M.png|Swimmer♂|Roland|128|3|061|Poliwhirl|♂|32|None|072|Tentacool|♂|32|None|117|Seadra|♂|32|None}}
{{trainerdiv|ocean}}
{{trainerentry|Spr FRLG Swimmer M.png|Swimmer♂|Jerome|132|2|120|Staryu||33|None|008|Wartortle|♂|33|None}}
{{trainerfooter|ocean}}
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{| class="expandable" align="center" style="background: #{{locationcolor/med|ocean}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{locationcolor/light|ocean}};"
|- align="center"
! Available Pokémon
|-
|
{{Catch/header|ocean|no}}
{{catch/entryfl|114|Tangela|yes|yes|Grass|17-28|100%|type1=Grass}}
{{Catch/div|ocean|Surfing}}
{{Catch/entryfl|072|Tentacool|yes|yes|Surf|5-40|100%|type1=Water|type2=Poison}}
{{Catch/div|ocean|Fishing}}
{{Catch/entryfl|129|Magikarp|yes|yes|Fish Old|5|100%|type1=Water}}
{{Catch/entryfl|116|Horsea|yes|no|Fish Good|5-15|60%|type1=Water}}
{{Catch/entryfl|098|Krabby|no|yes|Fish Good|5-15|60%|type1=Water}}
{{Catch/entryfl|098|Krabby|yes|no|Fish Good|5-15|20%|type1=Water}}
{{Catch/entryfl|116|Horsea|no|yes|Fish Good|5-15|20%|type1=Water}}
{{Catch/entryfl|129|Magikarp|yes|yes|Fish Good|5-15|20%|type1=Water}}
{{Catch/entryfl|116|Horsea|yes|no|Fish Super|15-25|80%|type1=Water}}
{{Catch/entryfl|098|Krabby|no|yes|Fish Super|15-25|80%|type1=Water}}
{{Catch/entryfl|130|Gyarados|yes|yes|Fish Super|15-25|15%|type1=Water|type2=Flying}}
{{Catch/entryfl|117|Seadra|yes|no|Fish Super|25-35|4%|type1=Water}}
{{Catch/entryfl|099|Kingler|no|yes|Fish Super|25-35|4%|type1=Water}}
{{Catch/entryfl|054|Psyduck|yes|no|Fish Super|25-35|1%|type1=Water}}
{{Catch/entryfl|079|Slowpoke|no|yes|Fish Super|25-35|1%|type1=Water|type2=Psychic}}
{{Catch/footer|ocean}}
|}
{| class="expandable" align="center" style="background: #{{locationcolor/med|ocean}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{locationcolor/light|ocean}};"
|- align="center"
! Items
|-
|
{{itlisth|ocean}}
{{Itemlist|Pearl|On the third island from the north (hidden)|FR=yes|LG=yes|display={{OBP|Pearl|item}}}}
{{itlistfoot|ocean}}
|}

{{-}}
==Route 10==
{| class="expandable" align="center" style="background: #{{locationcolor/med|mountain}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{locationcolor/light|mountain}};"
|- align="center"
! New Pokémon
|-
|
{{Catch/header|mountain|no}}
{{catch/div|water|Surfing}}
{{catch/entryfl|072|Tentacool|yes|yes|Surf|5-40|100%|type1=water|type2=poison}}
{{catch/div|water|Fishing}}
{{catch/entryfl|116|Horsea|yes|no|Fish Good|5-15|60%|type1=water}}
{{catch/entryfl|116|Horsea|no|yes|Fish Good|5-15|20%|type1=water}}
{{catch/entryfl|098|Krabby|yes|no|Fish Good|5-15|20%|type1=water}}
{{catch/entryfl|098|Krabby|no|yes|Fish Good|5-15|60%|type1=water}}
{{catch/entryfl|129|Magikarp|yes|yes|Fish Good|5-15|20%|type1=water}}
{{catch/entryfl|116|Horsea|yes|no|Fish Super|15-35|84%|type1=water}}
{{catch/entryfl|098|Krabby|no|yes|Fish Super|15-35|84%|type1=water}}
{{catch/entryfl|130|Gyarados|yes|yes|Fish Super|15-25|15%|type1=water|type2=flying}}
{{catch/entryfl|054|Psyduck|yes|no|Fish Super|25-35|1%|type1=water}}
{{catch/entryfl|079|Slowpoke|no|yes|Fish Super|25-35|1%|type1=water|type2=psychic}}
{{Catch/footer|mountain}}
|}
===Power Plant===
[[File:Power Plant interior FRLG.png|thumb|250px|Inside the Power Plant]]

With the {{p|Articuno|first}} {{p|Moltres|two}} of the [[legendary birds]] captured, it's time to complete the set. Like with the others, it is best to bring a large supply of {{ball|Ultra}}s. To reach the {{FB|Kanto|Power Plant}}, fly to the Pokémon Center on {{rt|10|Kanto}}, then surf south along the river. It is not far to the end, where a lone PokéManiac is hanging around outside the building.

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|- align="center"
! Trainers
|-
|
{{trainerheader|mountain}}
{{Trainerentry|Spr FRLG PokéManiac.png|PokéManiac|Mark|1392|2|111|Rhyhorn|♂|29|None|108|Lickitung|♂|29|None}}
{{trainerfooter|mountain}}
|}
{| class="expandable" align="center" style="background: #{{locationcolor/med|building}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{locationcolor/light|building}};"
|- align="center"
! Available Pokémon
|-
|
{{catch/header|building|no}}
{{Catch/entryfl|081|Magnemite|yes|yes|Building|22, 25|30%|type1=Electric|type2=Steel}}
{{Catch/entryfl|100|Voltorb|yes|yes|Building|22, 25|30%|type1=Electric}}
{{Catch/entryfl|025|Pikachu|yes|yes|Building|22, 24, 26|25%|type1=Electric}}
{{Catch/entryfl|082|Magneton|yes|no|Building|31, 34|10%|type1=Electric|type2=Steel}}
{{Catch/entryfl|082|Magneton|no|yes|Building|31, 34|15%|type1=Electric|type2=Steel}}
{{Catch/entryfl|125|Electabuzz|yes|no|Building|32, 35|5%|type1=Electric}}
{{catch/div|building|Special}}
{{Catch/entryfl|145|Zapdos|yes|yes|Special|50|One|type1=Electric|type2=Flying}}
{{Catch/entryfl|101|Electrode|yes|yes|Fake|34|Two|type1=Electric}}
{{Catch/footer|building}}
|}
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|- align="center"
! Items
|-
|
{{itlisth|building}}
{{catch/div|mountain|Outside}}
{{Itemlist|Max Ether|East of the Power Plant entrance (hidden)|FR=yes|LG=yes}}
{{catch/div|building|Inside}}
{{Itemlist|Max Potion|North of the entrance|FR=yes|LG=yes}}
{{Itemlist|TM Normal|Dead-end center room|FR=yes|LG=yes|display={{TM|17|Protect}}}}
{{Itemlist|Elixir|Dead-end center room|FR=yes|LG=yes}}
{{Itemlist|TM Electric|Southeast room|FR=yes|LG=yes|display={{TM|25|Thunder}}}}
{{Itemlist|Thunder Stone|
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{{Itemlist|Max Elixir|Dead-end north-central room (hidden)|FR=yes|LG=yes}}
{{catch/div|building|Fake items}}
{{Itemlist|None|
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This old, abandoned building still has a few items lying around, but beware: some of the items are actually {{p|Electrode}} in disguise. Just north of the entrance room is a [[Max Potion]], and further along is a large dead-end room that holds {{TM|17|Protect}} and an [[Elixir]]. Continue south then east, and pick up {{TM|25|Thunder}} in the southeast room. Follow the narrow hallway to the northeast room to reach a [[Thunder Stone|Thunderstone]] and a second Electrode. Go west to a smaller interior dead-end room to find a hidden [[Max Elixir]]. A second [[Thunder Stone|Thunderstone]] is hidden in the final room.

{{p|Zapdos}} roosts in the deepest room of the Power Plant. Like with the others, save the game before starting the battle.

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With Zapdos captured, take the side exit and fly back to {{ci|Viridian}}. It's time to claim the final Badge!

{{-}}

==Viridian City==
{| class="expandable" align="center" style="background: #{{locationcolor/med|road}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{locationcolor/light|road}};"
|- align="center"
! New Pokémon
|-
|
{{catch/header|road|no}}
{{catch/div|water|Surfing}}
{{catch/entryfl|054|Psyduck|yes|no|Surf|20-40|100%|type1=water}}
{{catch/entryfl|079|Slowpoke|no|yes|Surf|20-40|100%|type1=water|type2=psychic}}
{{catch/div|water|Fishing}}
{{catch/entryfl|129|Magikarp|yes|yes|Fish Old|5|100%|type1=water}}
{{catch/entryfl|060|Poliwag|yes|yes|Fish Good|5-15|60%|type1=water}}
{{catch/entryfl|118|Goldeen|yes|yes|Fish Good|5-15|20%|type1=water}}
{{catch/entryfl|129|Magikarp|yes|yes|Fish Good|5-15|20%|type1=water}}
{{catch/entryfl|060|Poliwag|yes|yes|Fish Super|15-25|40%|type1=water}}
{{catch/entryfl|061|Poliwhirl|yes|yes|Fish Super|20-30|40%|type1=water}}
{{catch/entryfl|130|Gyarados|yes|yes|Fish Super|15-25|15%|type1=water|type2=flying}}
{{catch/entryfl|054|Psyduck|yes|no|Fish Super|15-35|5%|type1=water}}
{{catch/entryfl|079|Slowpoke|no|yes|Fish Super|15-35|5%|type1=water|type2=psychic}}
{{catch/footer|road}}

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===Viridian Gym===
[[File:Viridian Gym FRLG.png|thumb|Viridian Gym]]

{{sign|FRLG|header}}
{{sign|FRLG|title|VIRIDIAN CITY POKéMON GYM}}
{{sign|FRLG|footer}}

In the time it took to collect the seven other Badges, the leader of [[Viridian Gym]] has finally returned. None of the locals seem to know the identity of this mysterious figure, but it is certainly a familiar face.

[[Giovanni]] returned to his Gym Leader position after his defeat in [[Saffron City]]. His Gym turns out to be a favorite training spot for those who favor {{type|Ground}} Pokémon, so {{t|Grass}}-, {{t|Water}}-, and {{type|Ice}} attacks will see the greatest effectiveness. The same Water Pokémon that put a damper on the [[Cinnabar Gym]] can use moves like {{m|Surf}} to terrorize their terrestrial opponents. {{t|Flying}} Pokémon are immune to Ground-type attacks, and can deal major damage to the several {{t|Fighting}} types here. {{t|Psychic}} moves work wonders against foes like {{p|Arbok}}, {{p|Nidoking}}, and {{p|Nidoqueen}}.

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The eighth and final Gym is defeated! Giovanni awards the player the {{badge|Earth}}, which ensures obedience of all Pokémon, regardless of level. He also hands over {{TM|26|Earthquake}}, a TM he claims to have made when he first acted as Gym Leader. He seems remorseful of his actions with [[Team Rocket]], and officially disbands the organization before disappearing. Once he is gone, use the [[Dowsing Machine|Itemfinder]] where he was standing to obtain a [[Macho Brace]].

With all eight Gym Badges collected, the path to [[Indigo Plateau]] is finally open. Gather a team with access to {{m|Surf}} and {{m|Strength}}, and stop by a Poké Mart to stock up on Potions and Ultra Balls. The Elite Trainers at Indigo Plateau are tough enough, but the player will never defeat them if {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=he|1=she}} cannot first get through {{ka|Victory Road}}, a grueling tunnel that discourages all but the strongest challengers.

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[[Category:FireRed and LeafGreen walkthrough|F13]]

BW093

2016-06-07T22:34:44Z

Fojames: /* Plot */

{{EpicodePrevNext|
prevcode=BW092 |
prevtitle=Ash, Iris and Trip: Then There Were Three! |
nextcode=BW094 |
nexttitle=The Road to Humilau! |
series=Best Wishes series |
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{{EpisodeInfobox|
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altepcode=EP750 |
colorscheme=Unova2|
screen=hd|
title_en=Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!|
title_ja=別れと出会いのジュニアカップ！|
title_ja_trans=The Junior Cup of Farewells and Meetings! |
broadcast_jp=September 6, 2012 |
broadcast_us=December 22, 2012 |
en_series= |
en_op={{so|Rival Destinies}} |
ja_op=[[Be an Arrow!|やじるしになって！]] |
ja_ed=[[Look Look☆Here|みてみて☆こっちっち]] |
olmteam=Team Kato |
scenario=冨岡淳広 |
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director=川田武範 |
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art=岩根雅明 |
morecredits=no |
epstaffpage=BW091-BW100|
footnotes=*{{filb-eppics|bw2|009}}
* {{BMGf|137645|Preview thread on BMGf}} ''Closed''
* {{BMGf|138959|Original review thread on BMGf}}
* {{BMGf|144018|Dub review thread on BMGf}}
}}
'''Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!''' (Japanese: '''別れと出会いのジュニアカップ！''' ''The Junior Cup of Farewells and Meetings!'') is the 93rd episode of the {{series|Best Wishes}}, and the 750th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on September 6, 2012 and in the United States on December 22, 2012.

{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

With his victory at the Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup, Trip has earned the privilege of battling Alder, the Champion of the Unova region! He and his Serperior have a clever strategy against Alder’s Bouffalant—but Alder’s experience and skill are overwhelming, and Trip is defeated. Some sage advice from Alder resonates with the young Trainer, though, and as he says goodbye to our heroes, he seems much calmer and happier as a result.

Ash, Iris, Cilan, and Dawn are still marveling at this surprising change when they encounter a young and rather frantic Trainer named Cameron, who hopes to be the first one in line for the Junior Cup! Ash has to tell him that he’s too late, and after a moment of frustration, Cameron and his Riolu dash off in search of Alder’s autograph.

Our heroes head back to Cynthia’s house, where Dawn tells them it’s almost time for her to go. She and Piplup are headed to the Johto region to participate in the famed Wallace Cup Contest, and they’re planning to draw on their experiences in Unova for some exciting new Contest moves. But before she leaves, Ash challenges Dawn to a battle! He chooses Pikachu, of course, and she calls on her Quilava. The two seem evenly matched, battling back and forth with some surprising strategies, and finally Cynthia declares the battle a draw. She compliments the skill of both Trainers and the many things they’ve learned on their journeys, and Ash and Dawn are excited to get such praise from a Champion!

They say their goodbyes, and just as Dawn’s plane is taking off for Blackthorn City, the frantic Cameron shows up again—just barely missing the flight. This turns out to be a good thing, though, because he intends to compete in the Unova League—which is not, in fact, being held in the Johto region. He proudly shows off his badge case, with its seven shiny Gym badges, and has a moment of panic when Ash points out that he’s missing one! Cameron decides to challenge the nearest Gym so he can get his eighth badge as quickly as possible, and he’s about to head off to Humilau City when Ash asks if he can tag along to watch the battle!

Meanwhile, Team Rocket’s Dr. Zager has been analyzing Meloetta’s song and gathering data from it, while Jessie and James are preparing to enter a mysterious underwater ruin as Meowth monitors them from a submarine. What could they be up to?

==Plot==
The episode begins with a flashback to the second third-round match in the [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]], when {{Ash}} and {{an|Iris}} battled with their {{AP|Krokorok|Krookodile}} and {{TP|Iris|Dragonite}}, respectively. The battle was initially in Iris's favor because Dragonite was finally listening to her, but when Krokorok evolved and learned {{m|Dragon Claw}}, Dragonite rampaged until Krookodile took him down. Ash then battled Trip and his {{TP|Trip|Serperior}} with his {{TP|Ash|Pignite}}, but despite his best efforts, he lost. Trip has won the Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup and is allowed to have the chance to battle [[Alder]]. The battle between Alder's {{p|Bouffalant}} and Trip's Serperior begins with {{m|Solar Beam}}!

Alder tells Bouffalant to rush toward Serperior, but Solar Beam is dispelled upon striking Bouffalant. Trip states that Bouffalant's Ability is {{a|Sap Sipper}}, and Cilan wonders why he used a {{type|Grass}} move when he knew it would not work on Bouffalant. Alder confirms the Ability and states that Grass-type attacks increase {{stat|attack}} power instead of doing damage. Alder goes on to say that Bouffalant is unstoppable at this point, but Trip claims he will prove him wrong and that he is more powerful than Alder. Alder tells him to take his best shot to prove it.

Frustrated, Trip orders {{m|Dragon Tail}}, which hits Bouffalant's afro, but it is once again unfazed. Alder tells Trip to show him what else he has got. Serperior uses {{m|Leer}} to lower Bouffalant's defense, then jumps into the air and attacks with Dragon Tail. In his mind, Trip states that his strategy was to purposely activate Sap Sipper so that Alder and Bouffalant would let their guard down. Though Serperior is airborne, Dragon Tail strategically hits Bouffalant's unprotected underside, knocking it away. However Bouffalant lands on its feet, surprisingly unscathed by the attacks. Alder commends the power, speed, and strategy Trip used, but notes that though they would take out a normal Pokémon, Trip is fighting a champion. Alder orders {{m|Head Charge}} and Bouffalant charges forward. Trip desperately tells Serperior to dodge, but Serperior is struck and knocked out, giving Alder the win.

Dawn notes that Alder fights differently from [[Cynthia]], and Cilan says he has a bold and aggressive style. Alder congratulates his Bouffalant as it happily licks his face. Trip approaches Alder to ask what he did wrong for Alder to beat him so easily, and the champion replies that he had not done anything. Alder asks a confused Trip if he has any respect for him at all, and that he needs to think about what he has learned. Alder then asks him if he cares for Serperior. Trip is surprised, but before he can respond, Alder tells him that Serperior obviously cares very much for him and that he needs to feel that bond. Trip replies that he does, and Alder responds that that is probably where his strength lies. Trip asks Alder if they can battle next time they meet, and Alder replies that he would love to.

Freddy the Scoop announces the end of the tournament, and [[Georgia]] tells Iris that she is going to train harder to defeat Dragonite. [[Burgundy]] tells Cilan that she was glad to see that they both lost, and that she would not miss a chance to see Cilan lose. Dawn and Ash spot Trip, so {{AP|Pikachu}} and Ash rush forward. Ash says that Alder was amazing, and Trip agrees, adding that he and Ash will meet again at the [[Unova League]]. Iris notes that Trip seems different, and Cilan comments that he is sure to come back stronger.

After Ash promises to train harder, {{p|Meloetta}} appears, looking happy. She disappears when a boy and a Pokémon rush to the scene, the boy introducing himself as {{un|Cameron}}. He exclaims that they are glad they were not the first ones here, then becomes fascinated with Ash's Pikachu. He tries to identify it with his Pokédex, but ends up pulling out a television remote instead before grabbing the correct device. Ash asks if he has never seen a Pikachu before, and Iris wonders what Cameron's Pokémon is until Dawn identifies it as {{TP|Cameron|Riolu|Lucario}}.

Cameron is disappointed that he is not the first to arrive for the Junior Cup, which he thinks starts the next day. Ash tells him that it is already over, and the group shows him their entry prizes. He becomes even more disappointed, lamenting that this sort of thing happens to him quite often. He realizes that Alder must still be around and rushes to go find him and get his autograph. As Cameron rushes into the arena, a camera hovers behind a bush, watching the group. It belongs to {{TRT}}, who are tracking Meloetta. {{MTR}} pilots a submarine through the opening of an underwater tunnel that [[Jessie]] and [[James]] have managed to open.

Ash and his friends are seen arriving at Cynthia's house, and Meloetta sings towards the sea. Iris wonders why, and Cilan suggests that the sea is its home. The camera continues to watch them and record data on Meloetta. Dawn says that it is time for her and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} to be on their way, and are heading to the [[Wallace Cup]] in [[Johto]]. Before she leaves, Ash challenges her to a battle, which she accepts. Ash decides to use Pikachu, and Piplup want to battle, but Dawn instead sends out {{TP|Dawn|Quilava}}, as Pikachu's attacks would be super effective against Piplup. Ash starts out with Pikachu's {{m|Quick Attack}}, and Quilava responds with a {{m|Swift}} and {{m|Flame Wheel}}, both of which Pikachu dodges. Quilava counters Pikachu's {{m|Electro Ball}} with a {{m|Flamethrower}}, and Iris notes how tense the battle is. Cilan says it must be because they know each other so well.

Quilava uses {{m|Smokescreen}}, which Pikachu clears with {{m|Thunderbolt}}. Ash has Pikachu use {{m|Iron Tail}}, but Quilava's Flamethrower counters it and lands a hit. Cilan comments that he has never seen somebody use Flamethrower like that, and the two continue to battle as Cynthia explains how each Pokémon and Trainer is using their journey's experience to battle. Ash has Pikachu use Quick Attack again, which collides with Quilava's Flame Wheel. In the aftermath, Cynthia calls the battle a draw, as neither Trainer looked to be winning.

The friends say goodbye before Dawn boards her flight. Dawn and Ash both wish each other good luck in the Contest and Unova League, respectively. Dawn hopes Iris and Dragonite grow closer and promises to tell them how she does in the Contest. She thanks Cynthia for her help and hopes to see her back in [[Sinnoh]]. As Dawn is saying goodbye to Meloetta, Oshawott pops out if its ball and confronts Piplup. The two angrily stare at each other at first, but break down and hug. Meloetta sings goodbye as the plane departs with Dawn and Piplup. Soon afterward, Cameron appears and says that he was supposed to be on that flight. He thinks that the Unova League was to be held in Johto and comments on having all seven badges, but Ash tells him its location had not yet been announced and that he actually needs eight. Cameron thinks Ash is joking, and suggests that the last slot in the case is for the winner's badge at the League. Cilan, a Gym leader himself, says he has never heard of such a thing, much to Cameron's dismay. Cameron decides to challenge the nearest Gym Leader, and the episode ends with Ash asking to go along and watch.

==Major events==

* [[Trip]] continues his battle with [[Alder]] and loses.
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} meet {{un|Cameron}}, who joins {{ashfr|the group}}.
* {{TRT}} discovers an entrance to the [[Abyssal Ruins]].
* [[Dawn's Quilava]] is revealed to have learned {{m|Flamethrower}}.
* {{an|Dawn}} leaves the group to head to the [[Johto]] region to compete in the [[Wallace Cup]].
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Humans====
* {{un|Cameron}}

====Pokémon debuts====
* [[Cameron's Riolu]]

==Characters==
===Humans===
[[File:Dare da BW093.png|200px|thumb|right|{{tt|Dare da?|Who's That Pokémon?}}]]
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Iris}}
* {{an|Cilan}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Trip]]
* [[Burgundy]]
* [[Georgia]]
* {{un|Cameron}}
* [[Wallace]] (fantasy)
* [[Cynthia]]
* [[Alder]]
* [[Caitlin]]
* [[Dr. Zager]]
* [[Jervis]]
* [[Freddy O'Martian]]
* [[Manning]]
* [[Kenton]]
* [[Shepherd]]
* [[Horatio]]
* [[Simeon]]
* [[Marris]]
* [[Geraldo]]
* [[Cassie]]
* [[Ramone]]

===Pokémon===
[[File:WTP BW093.png|thumb|right|200px|Who's That Pokémon?]]
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Riolu}}
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Axew}} ({{OP|Iris|Axew}})
* {{p|Oshawott}} ({{OP|Ash|Oshawott}})
* {{p|Pignite}} ({{OP|Ash|Pignite}})
* {{p|Quilava}} ({{OP|Dawn|Quilava}})
* {{p|Meloetta}} ({{an|Meloetta|anime}})
* {{p|Serperior}} ({{OP|Trip|Serperior}})
* {{p|Riolu}} ({{OP|Cameron|Riolu}})
* {{p|Milotic}} ([[Wallace]]'s; fantasy)
* {{p|Bouffalant}} ([[Alder]]'s)

==Trivia==
[[File:BW093 error.png|thumb|220px|Freeze Badge color error]]
* [[Professor Oak's Pokémon Live Caster]]: {{p|Durant}}
* Songs from the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}} including the {{rt|201|Sinnoh}} theme and the [[Together / By Your Side ~Hikari's Theme~|ballad version]] of ''[[By Your Side ~Hikari's Theme~|By Your Side]]'' are used in this episode.
* This episode features the most recent appearance of Dawn.
* This is the 750th episode of the main [[Pokémon anime]], if ''[[Holiday Hi-Jynx]]'' and ''[[Snow Way Out!]]'' are not counted as episodes.

===Errors===
* When {{Ash}} shows his Badges to Cameron, part of the {{badge|Freeze}} is transparent and {{an|Iris}}'s eye shows through it.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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|ru={{tt|Прощай, юниорский кубок! Здравствуйте, приключения!|Goodbye, Junior Cup! Hello, adventure!!}}
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Team Meanies

2015-11-03T20:40:35Z

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'''Team Meanies''' (Japanese: '''チームイジワルズ''' ''Team Ijiwarus'') is a rescue team in [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon]]; however, unlike most rescue teams which rescue Pokémon out of the goodness of their hearts, Team Meanies use their rescue team status as a way of gaining wealth and power. Its members are {{p|Gengar}}, {{p|Medicham}}, and {{p|Ekans}}.

==In the games==
{{spoilers}}
Team Meanies get their introduction in the games when they confront the player's team and steal their mail; they explain that they only became a rescue team for the wealth and power it gives them and that they hope for world domination. Fortunately for the player, just after they leave, {{mdc|Pelipper|1}} delivers some new mail. At this point, the player's team and Team Meanies become rivals.

The next encounter with Team Meanies is just after the player is given a mission to rescue {{mdc|Metapod|1}}. Team Meanies challenge the player to try to save Metapod first; if they succeed, they will force {{mdc|Caterpie|1}} to join them. The player must later confront them in the [[Sinister Woods]], where they are defeated in battle just before retrieving Metapod.

Further in the game, Gengar eavesdrops on the player, partner, and [[Xatu (Red and Blue Rescue Team)|Xatu]] at the [[Hill of the Ancients]], learning of the player's possible involvement in the [[Ninetales legend]]. Following this, Gengar spreads untrue rumors about how the player is the cause of all the natural disasters and must be destroyed to save the world, causing the residents of [[Pokémon Square]] to heavyheartedly run the player and partner out of town.

As everyone tries to hunt down the player (most of them giving up at [[Mt. Blaze]]), Gengar remains in Pokémon Square, having assigned himself the role of gathering intelligence on the situation. He later learns from a panicked Medicham that the player and partner have met with Ninetales at [[Mt. Freeze]] and returned to Pokémon Square. Gengar tries to protect his rumors by pressing the player and partner for hard evidence, but Pelipper delivers proof in the form of newspapers to the Square, stating that they indeed met Ninetales under [[Team A.C.T.]]'s watch and that the player is not the human from the Ninetales legend, proving Gengar's rumors to be malicious lies. After [[Lombre (Red and Blue Rescue Team)|Lombre]] reads this out loud, he, [[Granbull (Red and Blue Rescue Team)|Snubbull]], and [[Shiftry (Red and Blue Rescue Team)|Shiftry]] angrily chase Team Meanies out of Pokémon Square.

Towards the end of the game, Gengar uses {{m|Dream Eater}} to see into the player's dream, trying to expose them for who they really are. During this, a strange light approaches and Gengar backs off, no longer causing pain through Dream Eater but still looking into the dream. From this, Gengar sees [[Gardevoir (Red and Blue Rescue Team)|Gardevoir]] speaking to the player and learns that the player was brought to the Pokémon world to save it from destruction by a falling star. Gengar also hears that Gardevoir hasn't forgotten about her partner from long ago, nor does she hate him, even though he was the cause of her current state, an agent of spirits with no physical form. Heartbroken by this, Gengar stops looking into the player's dream and runs off, crying.

Gengar decides to assist the player and partner from behind the scenes. He first does this by helping Alakazam and Xatu create the [[Teleport Gem]] needed to reach [[Sky Tower]]. After {{p|Rayquaza}} is defeated and convinced to destroy the falling star, the resulting explosion seemingly kills the player and partner, casting their spirits adrift. Gengar saves them by leading their spirits back, under the pretense of attempting to drag them to "the dark world", losing his way, and "ditching them" in an attempt to preserve his antagonistic image.

In the post-game, Medicham appears just to the east of the rescue team base, telling the player about a "funny" story she heard about Lombre apparently drowning out at sea. This allows the player to hear the real story from Lombre himself, ultimately leading them to the [[Stormy Sea]].

After clearing [[Pitfall Valley]] and gaining access to the [[Sky Blue Plains (Friend Area)|Sky Blue Plains]], Medicham and Ekans appear at Whiscash Pond for two days. On each day, they talk amongst themselves about a dungeon they had discovered and kept secret from even Gengar, a wondrous cave where wishes are said to come true; once they notice the player, they panic, deny knowing anything about such a place, and leave. On the third day, Ekans appears outside Pelipper Post Office, having explored their secret dungeon only to be knocked out, with Medicham still trapped inside, as evidenced by her rescue notice on the bulletin board. This notice grants the player access to this secret dungeon, [[Wish Cave]].

After clearing Stormy Sea and rescuing Medicham, she and Ekans appear at Pelipper Post Office, again talking amongst themselves; this time, they mention that Gengar won't do anything wicked with them anymore and has generally been acting strange lately, as if he has a lot on his mind. The following day, Gengar approaches the player as they leave their base, asking them to help him reach the peak of Mt. Freeze, as he can't make it on his own.

At the peak, Gengar speaks to Ninetales, revealing that he was actually the human from the legend; Ninetales states that the human became Gengar because he ran from both himself and Gardevoir back then. Gengar tells Ninetales to lift the curse on Gardevoir, even threatening to make the player defeat it if he has to. Ninetales retorts that even defeating it wouldn't lift the curse, but it mentions that there may be another way. It goes on to say that it was enraged at Gengar's "twisted" heart, which was the target of its curse in the first place; depending on Gengar's heart now, the curse may be lifted. It gives Gengar the 9-Tail Crest and directs him to [[Murky Cave]], where he might be able to unseal Gardevoir's physical form. As Gengar and the player leave, Ninetales notes that Gengar has changed, citing his old and new emotions clashing within his heart.

As early as the next day, the player escorts Gengar to the depths of Murky Cave, where he places the 9-Tail Crest into a dais. Following this, they are greeted by a mysterious, apparently formless being known only as the "judge of darkness", who asks if they have come to break the curse on Gardevoir. Gengar affirms this, but the "judge" states that it has to evaluate Gengar first. Gengar asks if this means facing a boss creature, and the "judge" replies that it only needs some questions to be answered, though it immediately immobilizes Gengar and asks the player to answer in his stead, stating that Gengar will likely never reveal his true feelings.

The "judge" sends the player into Gengar's heart to answer its questions, and once that is done, it renders its judgment, stating it could not lift Gardevoir's curse. Desperate, Gengar breaks the seal immobilizing him and begs for a chance to say his piece. He admits that he abandoned Gardevoir to save himself, and he was quick to forget about her and the curse, living his life as a human and as a Gengar without a care. However, in the player's dream, he learned that Gardevoir never forgot about him, and even considered him to be an irreplacable friend despite what he had done to her, showing him how selfish he had been; he even mentions how the player's team had put up with his selfishness and brought him to this point. This makes him realize what he had been lacking all this time: a sense of gratitude.

This realization breaks the curse and releases Gardevoir's physical form. Ninetales appears and congratulates Gengar, stating that his newfound sense of gratitude was the true key to breaking the curse. It also mentions that Gardevoir will awaken soon, but with no memory of ever being Gengar's partner; Gengar is simply grateful that she is no longer cursed, stating that this is enough for him. Later, at the rescue team base, Gardevoir expresses her gratitude to the player and Gengar for saving her despite "never meeting before". Gengar also thanks the player by giving them a [[Scarf (Mystery Dungeon)#Mobile Scarf|Mobile Scarf]]. As he leaves, Gardevoir asks for his name, and Gengar "introduces" himself to her.

===Moves used===
====Sinister Woods====
{| style="float:left; text-align:center"
! colspan="2" | Gengar
|-
|
{{Pokémon/3
|ndex=094
|game=FireRed and LeafGreen
|pokemon=Gengar
|level=15
|type1=Ghost
|type2=Poison
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Curse|move1type=???
|move2=Lick|move2type=Ghost
|move3=Spite|move3type=Ghost
|move4=Hypnosis|move4type=Psychic}}
|}
{| style="float:left; text-align:center"
! colspan="2" | Ekans
|-
|
{{Pokémon/3
|ndex=023
|game=FireRed and LeafGreen
|pokemon=Ekans
|level=15
|type1=Poison
|ability=Intimidate
|abilitymd=Shed Skin
|move1=Wrap|move1type=Normal
|move2=Leer|move2type=Normal
|move3=Bite|move3type=Dark
|move4=Poison Sting|move4type=Poison}}
|}
{| style="float:left; text-align:center"
! colspan="2" | Medicham
|-
|
{{Pokémon/3
|ndex=308
|game=Ruby and Sapphire
|pokemon=Medicham
|level=12
|type1=Fighting
|type2=Psychic
|ability=Pure Power
|move1=Meditate|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Confusion|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Detect|move3type=Fighting
|move4=ThunderPunch|move4type=Electric}}
|}
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====Mt. Freeze and Murky Cave====
{| style="float:left; text-align:center"
! colspan="2" | Gengar
|-
|
{{Pokémon/3
|ndex=094
|game=FireRed and LeafGreen
|pokemon=Gengar
|level=15
|type1=Ghost
|type2=Poison
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Scratch|move1type=Normal
|move2=Leer|move2type=Normal
|move3=Quick Attack|move3type=Normal}}
|}
{{-}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Team Meanies Gengar GRT.png|thumb|200px|Gengar in the Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Ginji's Rescue Team manga]]
===In the Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Ginji's Rescue Team===
Only {{p|Gengar}} is shown in this manga series, ''[[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Ginji's Rescue Team]]''.
{{spoilers}}
Gengar's role is similar to that of the games, except that Gengar releases {{p|Zapdos}} and {{p|Moltres}} to try to attack [[Ginji]] and {{OBP|Mudkip|Ginji's Rescue Team}}. When they succeed in defeating the two legendary birds, Gengar calls upon [[Team A.C.T.]], but they finally stop believing in the rumors when {{p|Ninetales}} appears and explains that Gengar is the actual cursed human. Gengar finally releases {{p|Groudon}} to attack the rescue team, but to no avail. When Groudon attacks, Mudkip tries to convince Gengar to change his heart. He finally does, and helps them save the place from being destroyed.

====Moves used====
{{anmov/h|ghost|poison|Team Meanies Gengar Double-Edge GRT.png|Using Double-Edge}}
{{anmov|Normal|Double-Edge|GRT6|Tears and Emotions - It's the Final Chapter!}}
{{anmov/f|poison}}

====Pokémon owned====
;As a human
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Gengar
|pkmn=Gardevoir
|gender=female
|type1=Psychic
|img=Gengar Gardevoir GRT.png
|epnum=GRT6
|epname=Tears and Emotions - It's the Final Chapter!
|desc=During the time that Gengar was a human, he was shown to have a {{p|Gardevoir}}. Way after his transformation, he had a flashback about the times he had with Gardevoir.
|main=Gardevoir (Red and Blue Rescue Team)}}
{{left clear}}

==In the anime==
In the TV special ''[[SS019|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Team Go-Getters out of the Gate!]]'', Team Meanies are the main antagonists. They say that they'll be the ones to save {{p|Pichu}}'s big brother {{p|Pikachu}} from {{p|Skarmory}} on [[Mt. Steel]]. Before leaving they have Ekans eat the majority of [[Team Go-Getters]]' Berries.

However, after arriving at Mt. Steel, Team Meanies trick Pichu into going the wrong way and trap it behind a rock slide, where it was found by Team Go-Getters. Team Go-Getters later find Team Meanies beaten up on the track where they tell Team Go-Getters that Skarmory is too strong; however, Team Go-Getters give their last [[Oran Berry]] to them and continue to the top.

===Moves used===

====Gengar====
{{anmov/h|ghost|poison|Team Meanies Gengar {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Night Shade|1=Confusion}}.png|Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Night Shade|1=Confusion}}}}
{{anmov|Ghost|Night Shade|SS019|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Team Go-Getters Out of the Gate!}}
{{anmov|Psychic|Confusion|SS019|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Team Go-Getters Out of the Gate!|x=yes}}
{{anmov/f|poison|x=yes}}

===Voice actors===
{{vatable|color={{poison color}}|bordercolor={{red color light}}
|ja='''Gengar:''' 神奈延年 ''[[Nobutoshi Canna]]'' '''Ekans:''' 天田真人 ''Masato Amada'' '''Medicham:''' ''Tarako''
|en='''Gengar:''' [[Carter Cathcart|Billy Beach]] '''Ekans:''' [[Bill Rogers]] '''Medicham:''' [[Sarah Natochenny]]
|es_la='''Gengar:''' Gabriel Ortiz '''Ekans:''' ¿? '''Medicham:'''¿?
|es_eu='''Gengar:''' Fernando Elegido '''Ekans:''' Alfredo Martínez '''Medicham:''' Carolina Tak
|fi='''Gengar:''' Pauli Virta '''Ekans:''' ? '''Medicham:''' ?}}

==Trivia==
*In the first English airing of ''Team Go-Getters out of the Gate!'', Ekans was mistakenly called {{p|Arbok}} by Gengar. This has been fixed in subsequent airings.
*In the manga series, despite Gengar being a human and turned into a Pokémon after 1000 years by Ninetales, he's still referred to as "Gengar," not his human name.
*Gengar and Medicham both receive [[Mega Evolution]]s in [[Generation VI]].
**Their [[Mega Stone]]s are both found in [[Laverre City]].
*Ekans is the only unevolved member of Team Meanies.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="text-align:center; background: #{{poison color}}; border: 3px solid #{{red color light}}"
|-
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| style="text-align:left" | Japanese
| チームイジワルズ ''Team Ijiwarus''
| From 意地悪 ''ijiwaru'', meaning malicious or unkind.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| style="text-align:left" | Finnish
| style="text-align:left" | Ilkimysryhmä
| style="text-align:left" | Translation of the English name.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| style="text-align:left" | German
| style="text-align:left" | Team Übel
| style="text-align:left" | From "Übel", meaning evil.
|}

==Related articles==
For more information on these Pokémon's species, see {{p|Gengar}}, {{p|Ekans}}, and {{p|Medicham}}.

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Caterpie (Red and Blue Rescue Team)

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'''Caterpie''' (Japanese: '''キャタピー''' ''Caterpie'') is a [[non-player character]] in {{g|Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team}}.

==History==
Caterpie is first mentioned to the {{player}} and partner by his worried mother, {{DL|List of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team characters|Butterfree}}. She explains that a fissure opened in the ground and Caterpie fell into a cavern. She tried to rescue him herself since he is too young to get out alone, but some Pokémon started attacking her. Since she was too weak to continue, she asks the player and their partner to help, and the partner immediately accepts. The player and their partner find Caterpie at the end of [[Tiny Woods]] and reunite him with his mother. After the player and partner agree to form a [[Team|Rescue Team]], Caterpie expresses the wish to join when he grows up.

Later, Caterpie asks the player to save his friend, {{mdc|Metapod|1}}, who has gotten lost in [[Sinister Woods]]. [[Team Meanies]] overhears this and also decides to go and save Metapod, saying that if they do so, Caterpie will have to join their rescue team and that they will claim a reward from his mother. The player character and partner assure Caterpie that they will rescue Metapod first. They follow Team Meanies to Sinister Woods and defeat them. They then proceed to rescue Metapod, reuniting the two friends. After this, the two are often found near [[Whiscash Pond]] together.

After the player and partner beat the {{DL|List of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team characters|Mankey}} in [[Uproar Forest]], Caterpie, along with Metapod, {{DL|List of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team characters|Wynaut and Wobbuffet|Wynaut, and Wobbuffet}}, helps out in remodeling the player's [[Team Base]], using his silk to stick pieces together.

After the player and partner defeat {{DL|List of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team characters|Rayquaza}}, Caterpie appears with everyone else on top of [[Hill of the Ancients]] to celebrate the victory. A few days later, he informs the player and partner that {{mdc|Granbull|1|Snubbull}} has evolved.

==See also==
{{Animespecies|Caterpie}}

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Caterpie (Red and Blue Rescue Team)

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{{AnimePokémonInfobox|
type1=Bug|
ball=None|
nickname=Caterpie|
jnickname=キャタピー|
tmnickname=Caterpie|
image=[[File:Caterpie Mystery Dungeon Red and Blue.png|250px]]|
caption=The {{player}} and partner first encounter Caterpie|
caught=no |
gender=Male |
ability=Unknown|
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}}
'''Caterpie''' (Japanese: '''キャタピー''' ''Caterpie'') is a [[non-player character]] in {{g|Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team}}.

===History===
Caterpie is first mentioned to the {{player}} and partner by his worried mother, {{DL|List of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team characters|Butterfree}}. She explains that a fissure opened in the ground and Caterpie fell into a cavern. She tried to rescue him herself since he is too young to get out alone, but some Pokémon started attacking her. Since she was too weak to continue, she asks the player and their partner to help, and the partner immediately accepts. The player and their partner find Caterpie at the end of [[Tiny Woods]] and reunite him with his mother. After the player and partner agree to form a [[Team|Rescue Team]], Caterpie expresses the wish to join when he grows up.

Later, Caterpie asks the player to save his friend, {{mdc|Metapod|1}}, who has gotten lost in [[Sinister Woods]]. [[Team Meanies]] overhears this and also decides to go and save Metapod, saying that if they do so, Caterpie will have to join their rescue team and that they will claim a reward from his mother. The player character and partner assure Caterpie that they will rescue Metapod first. They follow Team Meanies to Sinister Woods and defeat them. They then proceed to rescue Metapod, reuniting the two friends. After this, the two are often found near [[Whiscash Pond]] together.

After the player and partner beat the {{DL|List of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team characters|Mankey}} in [[Uproar Forest]], Caterpie, along with Metapod, {{DL|List of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team characters|Wynaut and Wobbuffet|Wynaut, and Wobbuffet}}, helps out in remodeling the player's [[Team Base]], using his silk to stick pieces together.

After the player and partner defeat {{DL|List of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team characters|Rayquaza}}, Caterpie appears with everyone else on top of [[Hill of the Ancients]] to celebrate the victory. A few days later, he informs the player and partner that {{mdc|Granbull|1|Snubbull}} has evolved.

==See also==
{{Animespecies|Caterpie}}

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BW045

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{{EpicodePrevNext|
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altepcode=EP702 |
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title_en=Beheeyem, Duosion, and the Dream Thief!|
title_ja=オーベムとダブランと夢泥棒！|
title_ja_trans=Ohbem and Doublan and the Dream Thief! |
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ja_op= {{so|Best Wishes!|ベストウイッシュ！}} |
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'''Beheeyem, Duosion, and the Dream Thief!''' (Japanese: '''オーベムとダブランと夢泥棒！''' ''{{tt|Ohbem|Beheeyem}} and {{tt|Doublan|Duosion}} and the Dream Thief!'') is the 45th episode of the {{series|Best Wishes}}, and the 702nd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on September 1, 2011 and in the United States on December 10, 2011.

{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

As Ash and friends make camp on the way to Nimbasa City, they meet an unusual Beheeyem who offers (via Meowth’s translation) to make their wishes come true! Tired of camping in the woods, Cilan wishes for a good night’s sleep in the perfect hotel—and Beheeyem leads our heroes right to it! They settle in and quickly drift off...

...only to be awakened by Officer Jenny of the Psychic Crimes Division, who tells them that they’ve been trapped in a dream! They quickly chase down the culprit: it’s Beheeyem’s Trainer, Leon, who introduces himself as “the greatest Dream Thief of all time.” Officer Jenny figures out that as long as they’re trapped in the dream, they’ll have no power against the Dream Thief.

With the help of Officer Jenny’s Duosion and its psychic powers, they break out of the dream world—but it turns out that was a dream within a dream, because all of the party’s Pokémon are still asleep and dreaming. Ash, Iris, and Cilan manage to wake their Pokémon quickly, but Meowth proves to be more of a challenge. His persistent snoozing keeps them trapped in layer after layer of dreams, until Cilan finally gets the sleepy Pokémon to wake up with some super-spicy Figy Berries!

Decidedly not a “morning person,” Meowth is extra cranky at this treatment, and turns that frustration on Leon and Beheeyem, driving them away with a flurry of Fury Swipes. With the nightmare finally over, our heroes bid farewell to Officer Jenny and set off toward Nimbasa City once more.

But Jessie and James have beaten them there, and they’ve managed to divert one of the subway’s trains to a different route! The city’s two Subway Bosses discover this tampering, and prepare to deal with whatever happens next…

==Plot==
The episode starts off with {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} setting up for dinner and {{MTR}} volunteers to look for firewood. Unbeknownst to them, a Dream Thief by the name of [[Leon]] is spying on them from a distance. He then sends out his {{p|Beheeyem}} to deceive them so that they may steal their Pokémon. While searching for firewood, Meowth meets Beheeyem who has plenty of firewood. Meowth brings it back with him and tells the gang that Beheeyem is willing to give them anything they want. {{an|Cilan}} wishes for {{b|Figy}} Berries to use in his dish instead of his {{b|Wiki}} Berries and Beheeyem succeeds in fulfilling Cilan's wish. Beheeyem asks if there is anything else they want, and {{an|Iris}} suggests that Ash wish for the rest of his Gym Badges, to which he declines. Cilan then decides he'd like to sleep in a proper bed for the night, and Beheeyem leads them away from the camp.

As they wander into the wilderness, Beheeyem creates a hotel with its {{t|Psychic}} powers. The gang walks in but the hotel is empty, but Beheeyem leads them to their room which is exactly as Cilan described it. The gang jump on the bed and instantly fall asleep. Later, a figure breaks through the window, startling everyone awake. They begin to apologize for barging in and beg for mercy, but that's when the figure identifies itself as [[Officer Jenny]] and switches on the lights. Jenny introduces her partner, {{p|Duosion}}, and informs them that they are inside a dream created by Beheeyem, and to notice if anything around them is missing. They immediately notice that {{AP|Pikachu}}, {{TP|Iris|Axew}}, and Meowth are missing, along with all their Poke Balls, and have been stolen by Beheeyem. They chase Beheeyem down the hall, when they become blocked off by bars. Leon then appears and introduces himself as a Dream Thief, and then escapes. Officer Jenny explains that the only way to get out of the dream is to make everyone involved acknowledge that they are in a dream, and to strike an exit with a Psychic attack. Iris notices an exit, and Jenny has her Duosion hit it with {{m|Psywave}}.

They then find themselves outside, and Leon is tying their Pokémon up. Jenny battles against Leon, but with no avail and that's when Cilan notices that there are two moons, indicating that they are still dreaming. Ash and Iris then wake up Pikachu and Axew, but fail to wake up Meowth. Ash has Pikachu shock Meowth with {{m|Thunderbolt}}, and Duosion attacks another exit. Yet again they find themselves still in a dream when Leon appears from a UFO and flies away. Again they attempt to wake Meowth and exit the dream, but still Meowth insists on sleeping. Finally, after entering a dream with a giant Beheeyem, they hit Meowth with a combined Thunderbolt, {{m|Dragon Rage}}, and Psywave, as well as force feed Figy Berries to him which finally causes him to stay awake long enough for them to escape. Once out, Leon attempts to make his escape, only to be stopped by a cranky Meowth. Leon makes him an offer to become partners, but Meowth refuses after all he was just put through, and shreds Leon's clothes with {{m|Fury Swipes}}. With Leon finally in custody, Officer Jenny thanks the gang for their help and leaves. Meowth then realizes they should have asked Jenny to take them to the Pokémon Center, and they all groan at the realization.

Meanwhile in [[Nimbasa City]], [[Jessie]] and [[James]] are conducting a final test on their subway train when they're noticed by {{FB|Subway Boss|Emmet}} and {{FB|Subway Boss|Ingo}}. The pair then decide to investigate, stating it is their duty as Subway Bosses to ensure the safety of the subway.

==Major events==

* The heads of the [[Battle Subway|Nimbasa Subway system]], {{FB|Subway Boss|Ingo}} and {{FB|Subway Boss|Emmet}}, notice [[Jessie]] and [[James]]'s sabotage and begin investigating.
{{animeevents}}
===Debuts===
====Humans====
* {{FB|Subway Boss|Ingo}}
* {{FB|Subway Boss|Emmet}}

====Pokémon debuts====
* {{p|Beheeyem}}
=====TV episode debuts=====
* {{p|Duosion}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Iris}}
* {{an|Cilan}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Officer Jenny]]
* {{FB|Subway Boss|Ingo}}
* {{FB|Subway Boss|Emmet}}
* [[Leon]]
* Police Officer

===Pokémon===
[[File:WTP BW045.png|200px|thumb|Who's That Pokémon?]]
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Beheeyem}}
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Axew}} ({{OP|Iris|Axew}})
* {{p|Beheeyem}} ([[Leon]]'s; debut)
* {{p|Duosion}} ([[Officer Jenny]]'s)
* {{p|Tympole}}
{{right clear}}

==Trivia==
[[File:BW045 painting.png|thumb|220px|The painting]]
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon Live Caster]]: {{p|Roggenrola}}
* ''[[Ruler of Illusions: Zoroark Music Collection|As I'm Lost ~By Your Side~]]''' is used as background music.
* A painting inside the resort is based on {{wp|M. C. Escher}}'s famous piece, ''{{wp|Relativity (M. C. Escher)|Relativity}}''.
* This episode aired the same day as ''[[M14|Black—Victini and Reshiram]]'' in the United States.
* In the UK, this episode aired out-of-order, being shown on CITV on December 29, 2011, the day after ''[[BW048|Battle for the Underground!]]'' premiered.

===Errors===
[[File:BW045 Error.png|thumb|200px|The error]]
* The black parts of Pikachu's ears were missing in the beginning scene when Beheeyem showed up to Ash and the party.
* In the ''[[Who's That Pokémon?|Who's That Pokémon]]'' segment when it asked "Who's that Pokémon?", there is no logo of Pokémon Black and White underneath Beheeyem.
* The opening theme of [[List of Hindi Pokémon themes|Black and White]] in the [[Pokémon in South Asia|Hindi dub]] was not shown; instead, the title card was shown immediately.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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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}}

==Blurb==

Not long after Ash won his Icicle Badge at the Snowpoint Gym, his rival Paul challenged Gym Leader Candice to a battle! Once the match is set for the next day, Paul silently walks away. But he’s not alone for long—his big brother Reggie is in town, and once Reggie stops to talk to Paul, Ash and his friends catch up too! To top it all off, the Battle Pyramid flies right over their heads. Ash has already beaten this Kanto Battle Frontier facility, but Reggie admits he lost his own Battle Pyramid challenge.

Brandon, the Battle Pyramid boss, is here to meet Maria, a maiden from the Snowpoint Temple. Paul has other ideas: he challenges Brandon to a battle, and Brandon accepts! Paul was a novice Trainer when he witnessed Reggie’s defeat at the Battle Pyramid, and it made a deep impression on him. Now he’s determined to beat Brandon in a full 6-on-6 battle and do what his brother couldn’t! Faced with Brandon’s Regirock, Paul swaps his Magmar out for Hariyama, but Regirock easily defeats Hariyama and then Electabuzz. Brandon sends in Registeel so Paul sends in Magmar, but Magmar isn’t even making a dent on Registeel. Paul switches in Nidoking instead, and Registeel scores an easy win.

Paul is quickly losing his cool; once Brandon’s Regice wipes the floor with Paul’s Lairon and then paralyzes Paul’s Ursaring, Paul gives up and lets Brandon’s Regirock knock his Ursaring out. Magmar is all Paul has left, but Regirock easily defeats Magmar too. Brandon is disappointed, but he promises they’ll battle again once Paul learns to control his emotions. As everyone files out of the Pyramid, Reggie suggests that Paul should battle Ash, and Brandon thinks it’s a good idea. The two rivals will battle in 10 days’ time—but just as that’s decided, Maria rushes up in a panic. Something terrible has happened at the Snowpoint Temple!

==Plot==
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 declines, declaring the match will be a [[Full Battle]] with substitutions allowed. Paul summons Magmar as Brandon summons {{DL|Brandon's legendary golems|Regirock}}. Dawn checks her [[Pokédex]] as Reggie recollects 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 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 and surprising Brock in the process. 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}} to take Electabuzz out. Ash expresses his surprise at the easy defeat of Electabuzz while Paul recalls it. Brandon recalls his Regirock as well, which benefits him on not having to deal with Regirock being immobile after firing Hyper Beam. Brandon sends out {{DL|Brandon's legendary golems|Registeel}} as Paul brings Magmar back out. Magmar hits with a Flamethrower, but, to everyone's amazement, Registeel takes the super-effective attack without much falter. 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}}. Dawn, after checking Nidoking, is a bit confused as to why Nidoking is up, due to Steel-type's immunity to Poison attacks. Zoey replies that Nidoking is also a Ground-type, giving it the advantage. 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 presents 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 legendary golems|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 knocking out Magmar with Shock Wave, 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}}.
{{animeevents}}

==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}} ({{DL|Brandon's legendary golems|Regirock|Brandon's}})
* {{p|Registeel}} ({{DL|Brandon's legendary golems|Registeel|Brandon's}})
* {{p|Regice}} ({{DL|Brandon's legendary golems|Regice|Brandon's}})
* {{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 [[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]].
* 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'').
* At the end of the episode, Ash says "See ya, Dawn!" as Candice departs.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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'''Glory Blaze!''' (Japanese: '''ヒコザルＶＳザングース！運命のバトル！！''' ''{{tt|Hikozaru|Chimchar}} vs. Zangoose! Destined Battle!!'') is the 51st episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 517th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on October 18, 2007 and in the United States on February 1, 2008.

{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

The good news for Ash and his friends is that they've entered a tag battle tournament in Hearthome City and everyone made it past the first round. The bad news? Paul is Ash's partner and the two of them just can't get along. Before the second round, Paul has his Pokémon team up against Chimchar to deliver some harsh training. Even Team Rocket thinks Paul is being cruel to Chimchar! It's all too much for Ash, who insists on taking Chimchar to the Pokémon Center.

At the Pokémon Center, Brock asks Paul to explain himself. Paul describes how he first met Chimchar: it was cornered by a group of relentless Zangoose and looked to be in serious trouble. Pushed to its limit, Chimchar let loose with a mighty Flame Wheel that knocked out all its foes! Paul immediately asked Chimchar to join him, but since that day, Chimchar hasn't been able to recapture that same power. And now, Nurse Joy and Brock tell Paul he has to give Chimchar a rest.

But at the tournament the next day, Paul sends Chimchar in to battle alongside Ash's Turtwig. What's worse, their tag battle opponents are fielding a Metagross and a Zangoose! Once again, Ash and Paul simply can't cooperate. Paul doesn't even care when Chimchar's Flame Wheel hurts Turtwig! But when Chimchar freezes in fear at painful memories of its battle with the group of Zangoose, Turtwig still comes to the rescue.

Disgusted, Paul turns his back on Chimchar, and Ash gives Chimchar and Turtwig commands so they can win the battle. After the match, Paul releases Chimchar—for good. As Paul walks away, Ash asks the unhappy Chimchar if it wants to come with him instead...

==Plot==
The [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]] continues as the teams of {{Ash}} and [[Paul]], {{an|Dawn}} and [[Conway]], and {{an|Brock}} and [[Holly]] advance to the next round. During the night, Ash {{pkmn|training|trains}} with {{cat|Ash's Pokémon|his Pokémon}}, having {{AP|Staravia}} use {{m|Aerial Ace}}. {{AP|Aipom}}, {{AP|Turtwig}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} dodge the [[Anime physics|normally unavoidable]] [[Move|attack]] with the spinning maneuver [[DP017|Dawn taught them before]]. Staravia notices a blast of energy nearby. At the [[Pokémon Center]], [[Nurse Joy]] is overwhelmed with all the {{pkmn|Trainer}}s needing their {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} healed. Brock steps forward to help as Holly and {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}} notice. Dawn and Conway discuss the next round as Conway mentions that teamwork and [[friendship]] is as important as training, as Dawn and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} notice how close they are. Dawn rushes out to find Ash as Conway mentions that Ash is still a foe.

The explosive energy Staravia spotted earlier was [[Paul's Chimchar]] taking several attacks from {{cat|Paul's Pokémon}}. {{TP|Paul|Elekid}} uses {{m|Thunder}}, {{TP|Paul|Murkrow}} uses {{m|Shadow Ball}}, {{TP|Paul|Torterra}} uses {{m|Hyper Beam}} and {{TP|Paul|Ursaring}} uses {{m|Focus Blast}}. The tidal wave of attacks converges as Chimchar uses {{m|Flame Wheel}} to defend. Ash notices the brutal training as Chimchar unleashes {{m|Flamethrower}}, but it hits Ash and knocks him backward. {{TRT}} watches nearby as Ash gets up, complimenting Chimchar’s power. Paul calls Chimchar back for more training as Ash questions Paul's aggressive tactics as Dawn arrives. Paul brushes him off as he reveals his intention to get his Pokémon exposed to powerful {{pkmn|battle}}s. Dawn scolds him for his selfish goals as Paul ignores them, mentioning that Chimchar needed to be struck by the {{m|Surf}} attack from [[DP050|the previous battle]] to get stronger. Ash tries to get him to raise Chimchar's strong points, but Paul mentions that it is a waste. Despite the rigor, Chimchar still wants to train. Ash tries to convince Chimchar that there are different ways to train and it doesn't have to do it the hard away, but Paul and his team walk away, as Chimchar follows sadly. Team Rocket wants to take Chimchar to get the {{DL|Held item|Soothe Bell}}.

Paul continues training Chimchar as it dodges Ursaring's {{m|Hammer Arm}}. Torterra fires {{m|Leaf Storm}} and Chimchar gets caught in it. Murkrow executes a {{m|Sky Attack}} as Chimchar tries Flamethrower, but it gets hit and collapses. Paul orders Chimchar to stand. It tries but is too weak, collapsing. Paul orders Elekid to use Thunder on it, but Pikachu rushes forward with {{m|Volt Tackle}} to block. Elekid charges for another attack, but Ash and Dawn rush in to take Chimchar to the Pokémon Center. At the Center, Brock treats Chimchar, as Brock’s talent impresses Holly. Brock steps out and mentions that Chimchar needs rest. Brock confronts Paul about his training methods. Although reluctant at first, Brock manages to get him to talk for Chimchar's safety.

Paul mentions how he met Chimchar, when he captured a {{p|Ninjask}}. He noticed a Chimchar racing through the forest, pursued by several {{p|Zangoose}}. The Zangoose attacked Chimchar for unknown reasons, but they were relentless. Chimchar wound up cornered at the edge of a cliff. As Paul watched, the Zangoose lunged forward. Chimchar activated {{a|Blaze}} and used a powerful Flame Wheel to consume the area with a spiral of fire. When it was over, the Zangoose were gone and Paul decided to {{pkmn2|caught|catch}} the Chimchar, wanting that power to win battles. Brock understands the he has been trying to get Chimchar to duplicate that power from that situation by putting it through difficult training battles, but has not had any luck. Paul wants to keep going even though everyone urges him to let Chimchar rest. Only Nurse Joy's insistence makes him comply.

The next day, the tournament continues as Dawn and Conway make it to the next round. Brock and Holly also win their battle. Ash and Paul fight in the last battle of the day as Ash sends Turtwig. Paul calls out Chimchar, shocking everyone, as they notice Chimchar still wounded. Ash informs Turtwig to cover Chimchar as their opponents send out {{p|Metagross}} and Zangoose. While Dawn checks her [[Pokédex]], the sight of a Zangoose scares Chimchar while Paul grins at the situation. The battle starts as Metagross charges with {{m|Bullet Punch}}. Chimchar fires Flamethrower but Zangoose jumps forward with {{m|X-Scissor}}. Turtwig uses {{m|Razor Leaf}}, but Zangoose swats them away. Metagross lands a hit on Chimchar as Zangoose hits Turtwig. Chimchar uses {{m|Dig}} as Metagross uses {{m|Magnet Rise}} to dodge. Zangoose jumps in with {{m|Crush Claw}} and sends Chimchar back. Turtwig attempts to {{m|tackle}} Zangoose, but it dodges and Metagross uses {{m|Psychic}} to send Turtwig back, crashing into Chimchar. Zangoose jumps forward with Crush Claw as Chimchar is paralyzed by fear. Turtwig uses {{m|Bite}} on Zangoose's arm to stop the attack.

Metagross charges with Bullet Punch as Paul orders Chimchar to use Flame Wheel... on Turtwig! Chimchar refuses to attack its teammate at first, but is forced to comply. Chimchar speeds forwards and hits Turtwig and Zangoose, separating them. Chimchar is able to keep the momentum going and hits Metagross. Turtwig suffers [[Damage modification|major damage]] as a result, and Ash is furious with Paul for intentionally harming his Pokémon. Zangoose attempts another Crush Claw and Chimchar attempts another Flame Wheel, but Zangoose pins it and stops the attack. Paul orders Chimchar to use Flamethrower, but looking Zangoose in the eye paralyzes it in fear... this is the last straw for Paul as far as Chimchar is concerned. Turtwig uses Razor Leaf to get Zangoose off Chimchar as Turtwig steps forward, but collapses from damage. Zangoose unleashes {{m|Fire Blast}} as Chimchar intercepts, taking the attack and powering up. Ash and Chimchar wait for Paul’s command, but Paul does nothing and turns away, having completely given up on Chimchar. Metagross heads with Bullet Punch and Ash, realizing Paul isn't going to be giving any more commands to Chimchar and is willing to let them get knocked out of the tournament, orders Chimchar to use Flamethrower, stunning everyone. Chimchar does so and hits Metagross, [[fainting|knocking it out]]. Turtwig charges forward as Zangoose uses Crush Claw. Turtwig spin dodges and uses Razor Leaf and Tackle to knock out Zangoose. Ash and Paul win the duel, advancing to the semifinals. As Ash praises the two Pokémon, Paul still has his back turned and Chimchar is upset knowing what is in store for it.

At sunset, Paul releases Chimchar and tells it to get lost before walking away. Ash and his friends arrive and scold Paul for his decision, but as far as Paul is concerned the special training is over and he is going to need a new fire-type. Chimchar starts to sadly walk away, and Ash is upset to see such a loyal and hard-working Pokémon treated like this. Suddenly inspiration strikes him and he decides to take action. Calling to Chimchar, Ash offers the Chimp Pokémon a spot on [[Party|his team]], stopping Paul in his tracks and stunning everyone. Dawn asks Ash if he's sure, and Ash is positive promising Chimchar the chance to have fun and train. Ash steps up to Chimchar and kneels down, leaving Chimchar with an important decision to make...


== Major events ==
* {{Ash}} and [[Paul]], {{an|Dawn}} and [[Conway]], and {{an|Brock}} and [[Holly]] advance to the Tag Battle semi-finals.
* [[Paul]] is revealed to have caught a {{p|Ninjask}} after he returned to Sinnoh.
* Paul releases {{TP|Paul|Chimchar}}.
* Ash invites Chimchar to join his [[party|team]].
{{animeevents}}

=== Debuts ===

== Characters ==
=== Humans ===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Paul]]
* [[Nurse Joy]]
* [[Cynthia]] (flashback)
* [[Conway]]
* [[Holly]]
* {{an|Enta}}
* {{tc|Black Belt}}
* {{tc|Psychic}}
* [[Pokémon Trainer]]s

=== Pokémon ===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Aipom}} ({{OP|Ash|Aipom}})
* {{p|Turtwig}} ({{OP|Ash|Turtwig}})
* {{p|Staravia}} ({{OP|Ash|Staravia}})
* {{p|Pachirisu}} ({{OP|Dawn|Pachirisu}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Chimchar}} ({{OP|Paul|Chimchar}}; released)
* {{p|Elekid}} ({{OP|Paul|Elekid}})
* {{p|Ursaring}} ({{OP|Paul|Ursaring}})
* {{p|Murkrow}} ({{OP|Paul|Murkrow}})
* {{p|Torterra}} ({{OP|Paul|Torterra}})
* {{p|Ninjask}} ([[Paul]]'s; new; flashback)
* {{p|Zangoose}} (Black Belt's)
* {{p|Nosepass}} ([[Holly]]'s)
* {{p|Aggron}} ([[Conway]]'s)
* {{p|Metagross}} (Psychic's)
* {{p|Chansey}} ({{OP|Nurse Joy|Chansey}})
* {{p|Hitmonchan}}
* {{p|Rhydon}}
* {{p|Magmar}}
* {{p|Tauros}}
* {{p|Furret}}
* {{p|Granbull}}
* {{p|Zangoose}} (wild, group; flashback)
* {{p|Cranidos}} ({{OP|Roark|Rampardos}}; flashback)
* {{p|Garchomp}} ({{OP|Cynthia|Garchomp}}; flashback)

== Trivia ==
* [[Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{p|Bronzong}}
* Music from ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' and ''[[Pokémon Symphonic Medley]]'' are used as background music.
* {{Ash}} and [[Paul]] narrate the preview for the [[DP052|next episode]].
* Yuriko Yamaguchi returns to voice [[Nurse Joy]].
** [[Pokémon senryū]]: ドータクン　エスパーわざで　さあドーダ ''Dōtakun, esupā waza de, sā dōda.'' "{{tt|Dohtakun|Bronzong}}, {{t|Psychic}} [[move]]s, now how's that?"
* Although the ending theme song changed, the accompanying animation did not.
* The title is a reference to the phrase "Going out in a blaze of glory", as well as the song ''{{wp|Glory Days (song)}}'' by {{wp|Bruce Springsteen}}.
* This episode, along with [[DP050|''Tag! We're It...!'']] and [[DP052|''Smells Like Team Spirit!'']] was aired as a 90 minute special on February 1st, 2008 on [[Cartoon Network]].
* The ending theme song, ''[[By Your Side ~Hikari's Theme~]]'' changed to the ''Winter Version''.
* [[Paul's Murkrow]] is voiced by [[Chinami Nishimura]], for unknown reasons, in this episode, though its usual voice actor is [[Chie Satō]].
* Team Rocket doesn't blast off or recite their motto in this episode.

=== Errors ===
* In the English Dub, when Chimchar uses Flame Wheel on Turtwig, Holly says: "That's awful!" but it shows that Dawn's speaking.

=== Dub edits ===

== In other languages ==
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'''Tears For Fears!''' (Japanese: '''ヒコザルの涙！''' ''{{tt|Hikozaru's|Chimchar's}} Tears!'') is the 53rd episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 519th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It was originally scheduled to air in Japan on November 1, 2007, but was delayed to November 8 due to baseball. It aired in the US on April 12, 2008. This episode is the start of the eleventh season, ''[[Pokémon Diamond & Pearl: Battle Dimension]]''.

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==Blurb==

As our heroes head towards Veilstone City, Ash's new Chimchar struggles to adapt to its new surroundings. Everything is the complete opposite of life with Paul: mealtimes are fun and everyone treats each other with friendship and kindness! Chimchar still has vivid memories of the lonely and harsh treatment it received from Paul, so this sudden reversal of fortune is nearly too much to take. When Ash even praises Chimchar after it loses a practice battle with Dawn's Piplup, Chimchar breaks down in emotion.

Meowth, who's searching for Team Rocket after their group was split up by some rampaging Zangoose, sees this scene and has a pang of sympathy for Chimchar. That night, Chimchar can't sleep and it finds Meowth sitting in the moonlight. Meowth isn't in the mood for a fight; instead, it gently tells Chimchar to make the best of its new life. Of course, all bets are off the next morning once Meowth rejoins Jessie and James: they catch Dawn and Brock by surprise, then try to steal all of their Pokémon by trapping them in giant canisters!

But when the Zangoose show up, Team Rocket has to hide in the canisters for their own protection. Ash and Chimchar reach the scene and realize the Zangoose are about to knock the canisters off a cliff! Chimchar has encountered Zangoose before and it's still afraid of them. Ash knows this, so he encourages Chimchar and gives it the confidence it needs to take on and defeat the Zangoose. With everyone safe and sound, it's three cheers for Chimchar, who finally feels like a part of its new family!

==Plot==
The episode starts with Ash and friends eating in the morning. [[Ash's Chimchar|Ash's newly obtained Chimchar]] is confused on what to do since everyone is in a happy mood. While {{TRT}} have their respective Pokémon out of their Poké Balls eating with them {{TP|Jessie|Seviper}} notices that three {{p|Zangoose}} are heading their way. They begin fighting furiously and Seviper, despite attacking with venom at its mortal enemies, finds itself outnumbered and outmatched. Jessie returns Seviper to its [[Poké Ball]] but it refuses to give up and comes straight back out. Jessie continually tries to get Seviper back into the Poké Ball but to no avail. Then the wild Zangoose send Team Rocket "blasting off again" with Meowth landing in a different area from Jessie and James.

With most of their Pokémon lounging about, Ash and Dawn go for a sparring match all watched by Meowth as he looks for his teammates. Ash uses his {{AP|Pikachu}} and Dawn uses her {{TP|Dawn|Buizel}}. After a tough match, they decide to use different Pokémon. Then Ash uses his {{AP|Chimchar}} to battle against [[Dawn's Piplup]]. Despite putting up a tough fight against Piplup, Chimchar loses the battle causing it to be reminded of losing in the Tag Battle Tournament and being cruelly released by [[Paul]]. Ash picks up Chimchar who expects to be criticized, however instead Ash congratulates it on a good battle. This is followed up by compliments from Dawn and Brock as well as cheering from all the other Pokémon. Chimchar is left very nervous and confused, and starts crying since it can't handle the drastic change from a negative owner to positive people. Ash is confused as to why Chimchar would cry when it's getting complimented, and Brock muses that Chimchar mustn't have got many chances to show any emotion while under Paul's ownership. Ash understands, and holds Chimchar while the Chimp Pokémon sobs its heart out. Meowth is also moved by this emotional display and, with tears in his eyes, leaves without incident to continue looking for Jessie and James.

Later, at night, Chimchar has a nightmare about having to fight under Paul's command battling a {{p|Graveler}}. Graveler jumps out against Chimchar and uses {{m|Rock Throw}}, sending boulders flying. Paul orders Chimchar not to move, as his way of trying to force Chimchar to access {{a|Blaze}}. Chimchar's nightmare then switches to the Zangoose fight when it was captured, still with Paul's screaming voice in its head. Chimchar wakes up and, unable to get back to sleep, goes for a walk.

Meowth is still looking for the rest of Team Rocket, when he crosses paths with Chimchar. After convincing it he doesn't want to fight, Meowth tells Chimchar that he knows what it's like to worry, and he dreams of the time when he and the others are finally able to successfully capture Pikachu as then he wouldn't have anything to worry about. Meowth then tells Chimchar it should stop worrying about the past, and instead look to the new, brighter future because it's a very lucky Pokémon. Meowth states to Chimchar that its new friends would do anything, even "give the clothes off their backs" if it really needed it before he leaves. Chimchar is left thoughtful at this new outlook. The next morning, all of the Pokémon start helping out preparing for a meal, and Chimchar is once again left unsure of what to do. Ash calls over to it, asking for help carrying some water from the nearby river to which Chimchar happily agrees to.

Later, in the daytime, Team Rocket is then shown in their balloon, holding Meowth on his rear end with a "plunger". Which Team Rocket state that they were going to steal Ash's Pokémon and that meeting Meowth was just a coincidence. Team Rocket goes through with their plan to capture Ash and his friend's Pokémon. Which they actually capture all of the Pokémon that are out of their Poké Balls and begin to fly off. Dawn tries to make her Pokémon return by using the Poké Ball but this fails. Meowth says the containers are protected from that possibility. So Dawn sends out her Piplup and commands it to use {{m|BubbleBeam}} while {{an|Brock}} orders {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}} to use {{m|Poison Sting}}. This also fails.

Seviper gets out of its Poké Ball because it senses the three Zangoose once again. The gang of Zangoose climb up a tree to get to the level of Team Rocket's Balloon. Team Rocket's Balloon falls so Team Rocket ironically hide themselves within the containers that they stole Ash, Dawn, and Brock's Pokémon. However this backfires, as the wild Zangoose attack the container attempting to get to Seviper and pushing it close to the edge of a nearby cliff. Ash and Chimchar arrive back and see what's happening, and Ash tells Chimchar to help. However Chimchar is too frightened to fight the wild Zangoose. So Ash gives a little pep-talk to Chimchar, telling it that while he understands Chimchar is scared, the other Pokémon really need help. Chimchar is reminded of the kindness shown by Ash and the others, and Meowth telling it that the group would do anything to help it if they needed to. Ash tells Chimchar not to worry about the power of Blaze, as it just has to believe it can win. As a result, Chimchar becomes motivated to battle against his fear, the Zangoose. Chimchar uses {{m|Dig}} a few times to confuse the Zangoose and then uses {{m|Flamethrower}} to finish them off.

Team Rocket open the container from the inside and try to escape but Ash and Dawn command Pikachu to use {{m|Thunderbolt}}, Chimchar to use {{m|Flamethrower}}, Turtwig to use {{m|Razor Leaf}}, Piplup to use {{m|BubbleBeam}}, and Buneary to use {{m|Ice Beam}} to attack Team Rocket ending the episode by sending Team Rocket blasting off for the second and final time in the episode. Chimchar joins the other Pokémon in their cheering, and with its past completely fading away, the heroes' journey continues!

==Major events==
* {{AP|Chimchar}} overcomes its fear of Zangoose.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Paul]] (flashback and nightmare)

===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|Aipom}} ({{OP|Ash|Aipom}})
* {{p|Staravia}} ({{OP|Ash|Staravia}})
* {{p|Turtwig}} ({{OP|Ash|Turtwig}})
* {{p|Chimchar}} ({{OP|Ash|Chimchar}})
* {{p|Buneary}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buneary}})
* {{p|Pachirisu}} ({{OP|Dawn|Pachirisu}})
* {{p|Buizel}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buizel}})
* {{p|Sudowoodo}} ({{OP|Brock|Sudowoodo}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Happiny}} ({{OP|Brock|Happiny}})
* {{p|Seviper}} ({{OP|Jessie|Seviper}})
* {{p|Dustox}} ({{OP|Jessie|Dustox}})
* {{p|Cacnea}} ({{OP|James|Cacnea}})
* {{p|Carnivine}} ({{OP|James|Carnivine}})
* {{p|Elekid}} ({{OP|Paul|Elekid}}; flashback)
* {{p|Zangoose}} (wild, group of three)
* {{p|Graveler}} (from Chimchar's nightmare)

==Trivia==
* Both the opening and ending animations have updated to move {{AP|Chimchar}} to {{cat|Ash's Pokémon|Ash's group}}, while [[Paul's Electabuzz]] has replaced {{p|Elekid}} in the opening.
* An instrumental version of ''[[Meowth's Song]]'', music from ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]'' and an alternate cut of ''[[Together]]'' are used as background music.
* [[Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{p|Garchomp}}
** [[Pokémon senryū]]: ガブリアス　ガブリとくるぞ　かみくだく ''Gaburiasu, gaburi to kuruzo, kamikudaku''
* [[James]], [[Gardenia]] and {{MTR}} narrate the [[DP054|next episode]] preview.
* This is the third episode where a character bleeds. The first was way back in ''[[EP041|Wake Up, Snorlax!]]'' when {{an|Misty}} scratched her shoulder while trying to get through the thorny bushes, and the second was in ''[[EP129|Ignorance is Blissey]]''.
* This episode's dub title is a reference to the musical group ''{{wp|Tears for Fears}}''. It is the second time that the anime has referenced the group, the first being in ''[[EP241|Hocus Pokémon]]''.
* [[Kayzie Rogers]] returns after the hiatus that she went on after ''[[DP001|Following a Maiden's Voyage!]]''.
* This is the first episode to be dubbed at [[DuArt Film & Video]].
* This episode was released on DVD in England as a free gift with is issue 59 of the {{wp|Jetix}} Magazine.

===Errors===
[[File:DP053 error.png|thumb|Ash with scratches on his shoulder]]
* Ash's scratch disappears in the next scene.
* In the dub, the narrator says, "With the Eterna City Contest and Tag Battle behind them..." The group has just left from a Contest in ''Hearthome'' City, not Eterna. This may be due to script confusion, as the next episode features the Eterna [[Gym Leader]], Gardenia.
* [[Jessie's Seviper]]'s Japanese voice can be heard during the brawls against {{p|Zangoose}}.
* Meowth looks like he has an eyelash while he is in the tube with the rest of Team Rocket along with their Pokémon.
* In Chimchar's flashback of the Hearthome contest, Chimchar remembers Paul saying, "''You are'' out of here!", when Paul really said, "''You're'' out of here!"

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn={{tt|小火焰猴的眼淚！|Chimchar's Tears!}}
|cs={{tt|Slzy strachu|Tears of Fears}}
|da={{tt|Tårer og frygt!|Tears and fear!}}
|de={{tt|Tränen der Vergangenheit!|Tears of the Past!}}
|nl={{tt|Tranen van angst!|Tears of fear!}}
|fi={{tt|Pelonkyyneleitä|Tears of fear}}
|fr_eu={{tt|Les larmes de Ouisticram !|The tears of Chimchar!}}
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|id={{tt|Air Mata Chimchar!|Chimchar's Tears!}}
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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.

{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

The Lake Acuity showdown between Ash and Paul continues with a face-off between Pikachu and Magmortar! Pikachu lands the first attack, only to be burned by Magmortar’s Flame Body Ability. The longer the battle lasts, the worse it will be for Pikachu. Ash soon switches Pikachu out for Buizel, but Paul switches in Ursaring before Buizel can use its type advantage against Magmortar. Even after Ursaring powers up with Bulk Up, Ash isn’t worried; he’s confident in Buizel’s fighting ability and countershield technique. Ash changes his mind after seeing Ursaring in action, but Buizel wants to keep battling. Ash agrees, which is a mistake: Ursaring’s next hit knocks Buizel out of the match!

Staraptor is up next for Ash but when it gets into close combat with Ursaring, Ursaring hammers it to the ground. Paul switches to Electabuzz so Ash sends in Chimchar, but it’s another decoy move: Electabuzz sets up Light Screen to protect Paul’s next Pokémon, Torterra. Thanks to Light Screen, Torterra has less to fear from Chimchar’s Fire-type attacks, so Ash figures Gliscor should finish the job. Alas, Torterra simply uses Frenzy Plant to defeat Gliscor. Pikachu volunteers to battle next and this triggers another switch by Paul, who brings back Ursaring. Although Pikachu’s Static Ability paralyzes Ursaring, it uses the Guts Ability to power through the paralysis and smash Pikachu into Lake Acuity. Now Ash only has Chimchar left!

Ash’s Chimchar is eager to show its stuff. After its Flamethrower knocks out Ursaring, Chimchar is so psyched that it evolves into Monferno and picks up a new move: Mach Punch! Paul brings in Electabuzz, who has the defensive moves to keep Monferno’s attacks at bay. Monferno burns with the will to win, but it all comes down to Monferno’s Mach Punch versus Electabuzz’s Thunder Punch. When the smoke clears, Monferno faints, so Paul wins the match. Ash is quietly devastated; what can he do now, after being crushed by his rival...?

==Plot==
{{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. Worsening matters, 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 concurs, 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 halts 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 its former Trainer.

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 super-effective 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, Paul isn't messing around with Gliscor this time, 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 flames. 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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Rival

2014-02-06T20:23:46Z

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Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team

2014-01-25T23:33:52Z

Fojames: /* Main story */

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'''Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team''' (Japanese: '''ポケモン不思議のダンジョン赤の救助隊''' ''Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team'') and '''Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Blue Rescue Team''' (Japanese: '''ポケモン不思議のダンジョン青の救助隊''' ''Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Blue Rescue Team'') are a matched pair of [[Pokémon games]] for the [[Game Boy Advance]] and [[Nintendo DS]], respectively. These two games were developed by Chunsoft and were published by [[Nintendo]]. They were released in Japan on November 17, 2005, and were released in the United States on September 18, 2006.

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon starts with the player as a human who is turned into a {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}. A series of questions at the start of the game determines what Pokémon the player becomes.

When the player first discovers that they are a Pokémon, they will first meet their partner who also happens to be a Pokémon. The journey begins with the player going out to find a lost {{p|Caterpie}}. Once this first quest is done, the journey begins in earnest.

All Pokémon from [[Generation]]s {{gen|I}}, {{gen|II}}, and {{gen|III}} are available in this game; all may be battled and befriended as the player ventures across the land and into various dungeons.

The games have received adaptations in other formats through the anime episode ''[[SS019|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Team Go-Getters out of the Gate!]]'' and the manga series ''[[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Ginji's Rescue Team]]''.

The game has been successful enough to have three sequels. [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness]] were released on the Nintendo DS in 2007/2008, [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky|a third game to the pair]] was released in 2009, and [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon (WiiWare)|a trio of games]] for the WiiWare was released on August 4, 2009 in Japan. The [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity|fourth game]] in the series has been released on the [[Nintendo 3DS]] on November 23, 2012 in Japan and was released in North America on March 24, 2013.

==Gameplay==
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon is an adaptation of the {{wp|Fushigi no Dungeon}} games for Pokémon. Like the main Pokémon RPGs, it has two gameplay modes; unlike the main RPGs, battle mode and dungeon mode are not distinct. It is a semi-turn-based game, with each step, attack, or item use being counted as a single turn.

The size of a party is limited to four in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon, compared to six in the main RPGs; furthermore, players are only able to directly control one Pokémon: their own character (or, later in the game, any other befriended Pokémon). The player's teammates are essentially autonomous, with player control being limited to general strategy such as avoiding Pokémon battles or not moving and staying in one place.

==Plot==
{{spoilers}}
===Main story===
The player wakes up one day in the Pokémon world, as a human turned into a Pokémon.This world is suffering an imbalance in nature, with natural disasters occurring everywhere. The player and their partner form a rescue team after successfully rescuing {{mdc|Caterpie|1}} from [[Tiny Woods]]. Soon after, they rescue two {{p|Magnemite}} from [[Thunderwave Cave]], one of which joins the team. The player and co. save a {{p|Diglett}} from a {{p|Skarmory}} on [[Mt. Steel]]. [[Team Meanies]] steal the requests for help from the player's mailbox. The team rescues a {{p|Metapod}} who is stuck at [[Sinister Woods]]. A {{p|Jumpluff}} is stuck at [[Silent Chasm]]. {{p|Shiftry}} is asked to go. When he doesn't return the team goes down to rescue {{p|Shiftry}}. After {{p|Zapdos}} kidnaps {{p|Shiftry}}, the player must fight it at the top of Mt. Thunder. The player consults {{p|Xatu}} for an explanation of their presence in this world as a Pokémon at Great Canyon. The player learns of the legend of {{p|Ninetales}}: one day, a human angered a {{p|Ninetales}} and was cursed, however, his/her {{p|Gardevoir}} took the curse upon herself to save her master. However, the human selfishly deserts the cursed {{p|Gardevoir}}. {{p|Ninetales}} prophesises that the selfish human would be reborn as a Pokémon, and when that happens, the balance of nature in the world would collapse.{{p|Gengar}} convinces the Pokémon that the player is the selfish human in the legend of {{p|Ninetales}}, and they decide to run them out of town. To escape their pursuers the team pass through [[Lapis Cave]] and then [[Mt. Blaze]], where they encounter {{p|Moltres}}. The team enters Frosty Forest and is attacked by {{p|Articuno}}, who blames the player for bringing natural disasters to its forest. An {{p|Absol}} steps in and stops the fighting, then joins the rescue team. The player reaches [[Mt. Freeze]] and meets the {{p|Ninetales}} of the legend. The player discovers that while part of the legend is true, and the selfish human from the legend is alive, it is not the player. The player returns to the town, and {{p|Gengar}} is discredited. Meanwhile [[Team A.C.T.]] goes to the Magma Caverns to defeat {{p|Groudon}}.{{p|Wynaut}} and {{p|Wobbuffet}} ask the player to go defeat the {{p|Mankey}} gang in the [[Uproar Forest]]. In return, they offer a peeled Chestnut, which is in turn used to convince the {{p|Mankey}} gang to help renovate the [[Team Base]]. Team A.C.T. does not return, and a new team, comprised of {{p|Blastoise}}, {{p|Octillery}} and {{p|Golem}}, is formed to go rescue them. The new team is also defeated. The player goes to [[Magma Cavern]] themselves to rescue Team A.C.T. After defeating {{p|Groudon}}, {{p|Xatu}} announces that a falling star is headed towards the planet, and that it is the meteor that is causing the imbalance in nature.{{p|Gardevoir}} reveals to the player, in a dream, the true reason for his/her transformation: the player was destined to be the savior of the [[Pokémon world]]; the player decided to erase the memories of being a human in order to cleanse the heart and mind. The player goes to find {{p|Rayquaza}} at [[Sky Tower]] in order to convince it to destroy the falling star. {{p|Rayquaza}}'s {{m|Hyper Beam}} destroys the meteorite. However, the player ends up in the netherworld in the aftermath of the explosion; {{p|Gengar}} helps them return to the Pokémon world. As the Pokémon celebrate the end of the calamities, the player says farewell and leaves to return to the human world. After the credits roll, the player decides to remain in the Pokémon world, and reappears at the [[Team Base]].

===Epilogue===
* The player gains entrance to [[Luminous Cave]].
* After talking to {{p|Medicham}}, {{mdc|Lombre|1}} and {{p|Whiscash}} in order, the player goes to [[Stormy Sea]] and defeats {{p|Kyogre}}.
* After getting mail about a [[Buried Relic|new dungeon]], the player talks to Lombre. Then Shiftry will let the player go to Buried Relic.
* [[Southern Cavern]], [[Wyvern Hill]], and [[Howling Forest]] open up after receiving specific [[Friend Area]]s from missions.
* After getting [[HM]] {{m|Surf}} in the [[Solar Cave]], {{p|Spinda}} walks into Pokémon Square and collapses. The player and their partner take him back to their rescue base.
* Spinda reveals he was looking for the mirage Pokémon, but doesn't know what it is. He gives the player the Clear Wing, then leaves and stays in Pokémon Square for a while.
* The player's partner suggests that they go and speak to Xatu.
* Upon reaching the top of the Great Canyon, Xatu reveals that the player must first go to the three fields and face the Lords of those areas (the [[Legendary beasts]]).
* After clearing the [[Fiery Field]] and defeating Entei, {{p|Entei}} turns the Clear Wing into the Red Wing.
* After clearing the [[Lightning Field]] and defeating Raikou, {{p|Raikou}} turns the Red Wing into the Sunset Wing.
* After clearing the [[Northwind Field]] and defeating Suicune, {{p|Suicune}} turns the Sunset Wing into the Rainbow Wing, and [[Mt. Faraway]] is unlocked.
* Once the player clears Mt. Faraway and defeats the {{p|Ho-Oh|Mirage Pokémon}}, the player can go back to the Fields and Mt. Faraway to recruit the legendary beasts and Ho-Oh (if their Friend Areas have been opened).
* If the player goes back to Pokémon Square and talks to Spinda, it will leave, encouraged to go exploring again.
* After getting the {{fa|Southern Island}} Friend Area and obtaining Surf from Solar Cave, a flying Pokémon steals the TMs from Kecleon Wares and flees to the [[Northern Range]]. The player follows it and defeats the Pokémon, revealed to be {{p|Latios}}.
* Latios is revealed to have stolen the TMs because of losing {{p|Latias}} in [[Pitfall Valley]]. The player saves her there using the Teleport Gem. Both Eon Pokémon may join the player's team afterwards.
* Medicham and Ekans go to the [[Wish Cave]] to try to grant wishes for themselves.
* Ekans is defeated and places a rescue request for Medicham, who is still stuck in the cave.
* After rescuing Medicham, the player is rewarded with the Wish Stone, which can be used to make Jirachi grant a wish.
* Medicham and Ekans reveal that Gengar is trying to climb [[Mt. Freeze]].
* Gengar asks the player to escort him up Mt. Freeze.
* Gengar reveals himself to be the selfish human in the legend of Ninetales, and is the master of Gardevoir.
* Ninetales gives Gengar the Nine Tail Crest, and sends him to [[Murky Cave]].
* The player and Gengar go rescue {{p|Gardevoir}}. Gardevoir then offers to join the player's rescue team, but it has lost all its memory relating to Gengar.
* Once the player goes back and recruits Ho-Oh, a cutscene will be shown showing Blastoise and Charizard being KO'd by an incredibly strong Pokémon in [[Western Cave|an extremely tough dungeon.]]
* When the player goes through the dungeon, the Pokémon is revealed as {{p|Mewtwo}}.
* If the player has the Friend Area Cryptic Cave, Mewtwo will ask to join the player's rescue team second time through the dungeon if the player defeats Mewtwo.
* After recruiting all of the [[legendary birds]], the player talks to {{p|Alakazam}}. The player then goes to {{fa|Legendary Island}} and Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres will grant access to [[Silver Trench]].
*After recruiting {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Xatu}} will appear outside the Team base. After that, Blastoise will come and say that he saw a cave and saw "weird things". Xatu will then name the place [[Meteor Cave]]. Then, the player will gain access to it. The player may recruit {{p|Deoxys}} in the Meteor Cave.

==Blurb==
What if you woke up one day, and you were a Pokémon? What if all of a sudden you find yourself in a NEW world, where you can speak and interact with other Pokémon? The adventure begins when you and your partner Pokémon set out on rescue missions in a world ravaged by natural disasters. But what is your true purpose and destiny in this Pokémon world? That's the REAL mystery....

==Dungeon tips==
*If the player remains on one floor of a dungeon for too long, this will happen:
**It will say "Something is stirring".
**It will say "Something is approaching".
**It will say "It's coming closer."
**It will say "It's right nearby! It's gusting hard!" Then the player's character will faint and be kicked out of the dungeon, suffering the same conditions as if they were defeated (no money, many items gone), and cannot be prevented in any way (even if they have Reviver Seeds in their toolbox) other than proceeding to the next floor before it happens. The amount of turns the player can stay on one floor before this happens varies depending on the dungeon.
*Pokémon with the Float terrain ability who try to cross magma will get burned (unless they are {{type|Fire}}).
*Not all Pokémon are able to be directly recruited. Pokémon that cannot be are mostly final form Pokémon, with a few exceptions.

==Characters==
===Playable characters===
{| style="margin:auto; background: #{{md blue color dark}}; {{roundy|10px}}; border: 5px solid #{{md red color}}"
! style="background:#{{md blue color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" rowspan="2" colspan="2" | {{color2|000|Pokémon}}
! align="center" style="background:#{{md blue color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" colspan="2" | {{color2|000|Nature}}
|- style="background:#{{md blue color light}}"
! Male
! Female
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP001.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Bulbasaur|000}}
| Docile
| Calm
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP004.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Charmander|000}}
| Hardy
| Brave
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP007.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Squirtle|000}}
| Jolly
| Relaxed
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP025.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Pikachu|000}}
| Impish
| Hardy
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP052.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Meowth|000}}*
| Quirky
| N/A
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP054.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Psyduck|000}}*
| Relaxed
| Lonely
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP066.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Machop|000}}*
| Brave
| N/A
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP104.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Cubone|000}}*
| Lonely
| Impish
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP133.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Eevee|000}}*
| N/A
| Naïve
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP152.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Chikorita|000}}
| N/A
| Docile
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP155.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Cyndaquil|000}}
| Timid
| N/A
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP158.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Totodile|000}}
| Naive
| Jolly
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP252.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Treecko|000}}
| Sassy
| Quirky
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP255.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Torchic|000}}
| Hasty
| Sassy
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP258.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Mudkip|000}}
| Calm
| Timid
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP300.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Skitty|000}}*
| N/A
| Hasty
|-
| style="background:#{{md blue color light}}; {{roundybottom|5px}}" colspan="4" | 
* <nowiki>*</nowiki>: These Pokémon may not be selected as the partner.
* Some characters are only available to players of a certain gender.

|}

===Non-player characters===
{{main|List of Mystery Dungeon characters#Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team}}
* {{p|Gardevoir}} (Player's dreams) Eventually able to be recruited after helping out Gengar.
* {{p|Xatu}} ([[Hill of the Ancients]]) Stares into the sun all day, and can see into the future.
* {{p|Ninetales}} ([[Mt. Freeze]])
* {{p|Wynaut}} ([[Uproar Forest]])
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ([[Uproar Forest]])
* {{p|Mankey}} ([[Uproar Forest]]) Helps build Team Base. Goes on strike, prompting the player to find {{DL|Food (Mystery Dungeon)|Chestnut}}s.
* {{p|Munchlax}} ([[Pokémon Square]]) Gives out the [[Munch Belt]] in exchange for {{OBP|food|Mystery Dungeon}} items.
* {{p|Butterfree}} ([[Tiny Woods]]) Sends the player on their first quest to rescue Caterpie.
* {{p|Spinda}} ([[Pokémon Square]]) Sends the player out to find the mirage Pokémon, {{p|Ho-Oh}}

====Plot-set friends====
* {{p|Magnemite}}
* {{p|Absol}}
* {{p|Smeargle}}
* {{p|Latios}}
* {{p|Latias}}
* {{p|Celebi}}

====Pokémon Square====
* {{p|Kecleon}} (younger)
* {{p|Kecleon}} (older)
* {{p|Persian}}
* {{p|Wigglytuff}}
* {{p|Kangaskhan}}
* {{p|Gulpin}}
* {{p|Snubbull}} → {{p|Granbull}}
* {{p|Lombre}}
* {{p|Magnemite}} ×2
* {{p|Jumpluff}} ×2

====Makuhita Dojo====
* {{p|Makuhita}}

====Whiscash Pond====
* {{p|Whiscash}}
* {{p|Caterpie}}
* {{p|Metapod}}

====Pelipper Post Office====
* Pelipper Post Office
** {{p|Pelipper}}
* {{p|Bellsprout}}
* {{p|Diglett}} (son)
* {{p|Dugtrio}} (father)

====Rescue teams====
* [[Team A.C.T.]]
** {{p|Alakazam}}
** {{p|Charizard}}
** {{p|Tyranitar}}
* [[Team Meanies]]
** {{p|Gengar}}
** {{p|Ekans}}
** {{p|Medicham}}
* Team Shifty
** {{p|Shiftry}}
** {{p|Nuzleaf}} ×2
* Team Constrictor
** {{p|Octillery}}
** {{p|Tentacruel}}
** {{p|Cradily}}
* Team Hydro
** {{p|Blastoise}}
** {{p|Feraligatr}}
** {{p|Swampert}}
* Team Rumblerock
** {{p|Graveler}} ×2
** {{p|Golem}}

====Bosses====
# {{p|Skarmory}}
# [[Team Meanies]]
# {{p|Zapdos}}
# {{p|Moltres}}
# {{p|Articuno}}
# {{p|Groudon}}
# {{p|Rayquaza}}
# {{p|Kyogre}}
# {{p|Regirock}}
# {{p|Regice}}
# {{p|Registeel}}
# {{p|Mew}}
# {{p|Latios}}
# {{p|Entei}}
# {{p|Raikou}}
# {{p|Suicune}}
# {{p|Ho-Oh}}
# {{p|Jirachi}}
# {{p|Lugia}}
# {{p|Mewtwo}}
# {{p|Deoxys}}

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
Similar to the [[version|main series]] games, each version has its own [[version-exclusive Pokémon]]. They are:

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center;"
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
|
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{md red color}}; {{roundy|1em}}; border: 5px solid #{{md red color light}};"
|-
! {{color|{{md red color dark}}|Red}}
|-
|
{| border="1" style="border: 1px solid #{{md red color}}; border-collapse: collapse; background: white; margin: auto;" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
|-
{{Moveentrytm|137|Porygon|1|Normal|}}
{{Moveentrytm|226|Mantine|2|Water|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|311|Plusle|1|Electric|}}
{{Moveentrytm|315|Roselia|2|Grass|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|349|Feebas|1|Water|}}
|}
|}
|
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{md blue color}}; {{roundy|1em}}; border: 5px solid #{{md blue color light}};"
|-
! {{color|{{md blue color dark}}|Blue}}
|- align="center"
|
{| border="1" style="border: 1px solid #{{md blue color}}; border-collapse: collapse; background: white; margin: auto;" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
|-
{{Moveentrytm|233|Porygon2|1|Normal|}}
{{Moveentrytm|129|Magikarp|1|Water|}}
{{Moveentrytm|131|Lapras|2|Water|Ice}}
{{Moveentrytm|190|Aipom|1|Normal|}}
{{Moveentrytm|312|Minun|1|Electric|}}
|}
|}
|}

===Wonder Mail codes===
Codes, such as these, may unlock the Pokémon on the opposite version.
{| class="expandable" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{md blue color}}; {{roundy|10px}}; border: 5px solid #{{md red color}}"
|-
! colspan="2" | {{color2|{{md blue color dark}}|Pokémon}}
! colspan="3" | {{color|{{md blue color dark}}|Wonder Mail Code}}
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP190.png]]
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Aipom|000}}
| <code>4?N…</code>
| <code>W3+?</code>
| <code>??P?</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>♂M?P</code>
| <code>2?60</code>
| <code>M…?W</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP349.png]]
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Feebas|000}}
| <code>1?69</code>
| <code>♀JY?</code>
| <code>?X6Q</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>XJ?Q</code>
| <code>F4?6</code>
| <code>Q!?X</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP131.png]]
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Lapras|000}}
| <code>F?J?</code>
| <code>690?</code>
| <code>4Q6C</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>C!??</code>
| <code>8?66</code>
| <code>8Q?♀</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP129.png]]
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Magikarp|000}}
| <code>X??S</code>
| <code>??X?</code>
| <code>468?</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>♀+??</code>
| <code>9756</code>
| <code>SY??</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP226.png]]
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Mantine|000}}
| <code>4??N</code>
| <code>22…?</code>
| <code>?Q6J</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>H3?♂</code>
| <code>8470</code>
| <code>JN?W</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP312.png]]
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Minun|000}}
| <code>F?RP</code>
| <code>F?…?</code>
| <code>4+7?</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>…R?H</code>
| <code>64?0</code>
| <code>R???</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP311.png]]
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Plusle|000}}
| <code>F?1C</code>
| <code>FK…?</code>
| <code>?878</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>3R?H</code>
| <code>6??6</code>
| <code>N7?W</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP137.png]]
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Porygon|000}}
| <code>F?43</code>
| <code>4?t?</code>
| <code>429H</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>90?7</code>
| <code>H56R</code>
| <code>8K?♀</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP233.png]]
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Porygon2|000}}
| <code>F?5N</code>
| <code>-QF?</code>
| <code>?+6!</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>?H??</code>
| <code>F?6R</code>
| <code>69?W</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP315.png]]
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Roselia|000}}
| <code>F?4N</code>
| <code>+WT?</code>
| <code>?+6N</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>FR?J</code>
| <code>F?66</code>
| <code>85?W</code>
|}{{-}}

==Connectivity==

===Unknown Dungeon===
A player with the Blue Rescue Team version can go to an [[Unknown Dungeon (Mystery Dungeon)|Unknown Dungeon]] (found as an option on the main screen) through wireless communication with another player. When both players have contacted each other, they should close their DS and wait till they automatically finish a random dungeon and return an [[item]] and sometimes recruit a [[Pokémon]]. The player can open his/her DS whenever they want even if the other player has already opened his/hers. Items received are usually rare. The player can go to the Unknown Dungeon how many times he/she likes, as long as the player has another player to communicate with.

===Rescuing===
The player can also go rescue another player who has fainted in a dungeon and prefers to await a rescue. The player can rescue from the title screen, or through [[Pelipper Post Office]]. The player should receive an SOS Mail from the other player through Wireless Mode or through a Password. When the player has received the SOS Mail, he/she can go rescue anytime he/she wants. The player can go rescue by talking with {{p|Pelipper}} in the Post Office. However, the player who's awaiting rescue can cancel the wait. But the player who has already gotten the SOS Mail can rescue the other player and get a reward from Pelipper instead.

===Being rescued===
When the player faints in a certain dungeon, he/she can choose to send an SOS Mail to another player. While awaiting rescue, the player can explore on his/her current unlocked dungeons and can store items and [[Poké]] after completing the dungeon. The player can also organize his/her team members. The player is rescued when he/she receive an A-OK Mail. The player then may continue his/her exploration from the spot where he/she fainted. All items and Poké are restored. After the player completes or escapes from the dungeon, he/she may optionally (but recommended) go to Pelipper Post Office, or from the title screen, to send a Thank-You Mail in thanks for the rescue. The player may also choose whether or not to reward the rescuer with one of his/her items.

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team}}

==Trivia==
* This is the first game that allows the player to understand what some Pokémon are saying.
* This is the first game in the franchise to offer [[move duplication|the same move to be learned more than once at one time]] without a glitch.
* The [[Generation IV]] {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} {{p|Munchlax}} is obtainable in this game through hacking, despite the fact that the game only contains Pokémon from the first three generations.
* This is the game that features the most {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} in a [[Generation IV|generation that has not been released at the time]] with 5. There are statues of {{p|Weavile}}, {{p|Bonsly}}, {{p|Mime Jr.}} and {{p|Lucario}}, as well as {{p|Munchlax}}, who is an NPC in the game.
* If released, a legendary Pokémon may be fought and recruited again, with the exception of Latios and Latias, who instead ask the player if they can join.
* These are the only paired games to be released on separate [[:Category:Game systems|handheld consoles]] to date. Despite this, they are still virtually identical.
* The original Japanese release of Blue Rescue Team would wipe data from all [[Game Boy Advance]] games in the [[Nintendo DS]]'s second slot unless it was Red Rescue Team. This was fixed in all subsequent releases.
* The box art of Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team is a sequel of that of the box art of Mystery Dungeon: Blue Rescue Team, showing the same hole and a friend rescue. Blue Rescue Team shows the top of the hole and Red Rescue Team shows the bottom. This may reference the fact that the GBA cartridge slot was in the bottom of the system while the DS cartridge slot is in the top. Both boxes also showcase an important scene of the game as well as all the Pokémon of the two prominent [[Team|rescue teams]] that the player and partner meets, [[Team ACT]] and [[Team Meanies]].
* In South Korea, only Blue Rescue Team was released, meaning that a Korean-language version of Red Rescue Team does not exist. This is due to the fact that [[Nintendo DS]] was the first console to be launched by Korean Nintendo central. There are no official Korean games for [[Game Boy Advance]] at all.
* All the playable characters that can be selected as partners are starters of main series games.
* All the starters of the first three generations are playable.
* Red Rescue Team is the last Pokémon game released on the Game Boy Advance, therefore also being the last Pokémon game released on a Game Boy series console.
* This is the second game (the first being [[Pokémon Snap]]) to be true to the Pokédex and say that three Magnemite have to be together to form a Magneton.

==In other languages==
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|de=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Team Rot Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Team Blau
|it=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Squadra Rossa Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Squadra Blu
|es=Pokémon Mundo Misterioso: Equipo de Rescate Rojo Pokémon Mundo Misterioso: Equipo de Rescate Azul
|ko={{tt|포켓몬 불가사의 던전: 파랑 구조대|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Blue Rescue Team}}}}

==See also==
* [[Mystery Dungeon game mechanics]]

==References==
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'''Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team''' (Japanese: '''ポケモン不思議のダンジョン赤の救助隊''' ''Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team'') and '''Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Blue Rescue Team''' (Japanese: '''ポケモン不思議のダンジョン青の救助隊''' ''Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Blue Rescue Team'') are a matched pair of [[Pokémon games]] for the [[Game Boy Advance]] and [[Nintendo DS]], respectively. These two games were developed by Chunsoft and were published by [[Nintendo]]. They were released in Japan on November 17, 2005, and were released in the United States on September 18, 2006.

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon starts with the player as a human who is turned into a {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}. A series of questions at the start of the game determines what Pokémon the player becomes.

When the player first discovers that they are a Pokémon, they will first meet their partner who also happens to be a Pokémon. The journey begins with the player going out to find a lost {{p|Caterpie}}. Once this first quest is done, the journey begins in earnest.

All Pokémon from [[Generation]]s {{gen|I}}, {{gen|II}}, and {{gen|III}} are available in this game; all may be battled and befriended as the player ventures across the land and into various dungeons.

The games have received adaptations in other formats through the anime episode ''[[SS019|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Team Go-Getters out of the Gate!]]'' and the manga series ''[[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Ginji's Rescue Team]]''.

The game has been successful enough to have three sequels. [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness]] were released on the Nintendo DS in 2007/2008, [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky|a third game to the pair]] was released in 2009, and [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon (WiiWare)|a trio of games]] for the WiiWare was released on August 4, 2009 in Japan. The [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity|fourth game]] in the series has been released on the [[Nintendo 3DS]] on November 23, 2012 in Japan and was released in North America on March 24, 2013.

==Gameplay==
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon is an adaptation of the {{wp|Fushigi no Dungeon}} games for Pokémon. Like the main Pokémon RPGs, it has two gameplay modes; unlike the main RPGs, battle mode and dungeon mode are not distinct. It is a semi-turn-based game, with each step, attack, or item use being counted as a single turn.

The size of a party is limited to four in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon, compared to six in the main RPGs; furthermore, players are only able to directly control one Pokémon: their own character (or, later in the game, any other befriended Pokémon). The player's teammates are essentially autonomous, with player control being limited to general strategy such as avoiding Pokémon battles or not moving and staying in one place.

==Plot==
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===Main story===
The player wakes up one day in the Pokémon world, as a human turned into a Pokémon.This world is suffering an imbalance in nature, with natural disasters occurring everywhere.
The player and their partner form a rescue team after successfully rescuing {{mdc|Caterpie|1}} from [[Tiny Woods]]. Soon after, they rescue two {{p|Magnemite}} from [[Thunderwave Cave]], one of which joins the team.
The player and co. save a {{p|Diglett}} from a {{p|Skarmory}} on [[Mt. Steel]].
[[Team Meanies]] steal the requests for help from the player's mailbox. The team rescues a {{p|Metapod}} who is stuck at [[Sinister Woods]].
A {{p|Jumpluff}} is stuck at [[Silent Chasm]]. {{p|Shiftry}} is asked to go. When he doesn't return the team goes down to rescue {{p|Shiftry}}.
After {{p|Zapdos}} kidnaps {{p|Shiftry}}, the player must fight it at the top of Mt. Thunder.
The player consults {{p|Xatu}} for an explanation of their presence in this world as a Pokémon at Great Canyon.
The player learns of the legend of {{p|Ninetales}}: one day, a human angered a {{p|Ninetales}} and was cursed, however, his/her {{p|Gardevoir}} took the curse upon herself to save her master. However, the human selfishly deserts the cursed {{p|Gardevoir}}. {{p|Ninetales}} prophesises that the selfish human would be reborn as a Pokémon, and when that happens, the balance of nature in the world would collapse.{{p|Gengar}} convinces the Pokémon that the player is the selfish human in the legend of {{p|Ninetales}}, and they decide to run them out of town.
To escape their pursuers the team pass through [[Lapis Cave]] and then [[Mt. Blaze]], where they encounter {{p|Moltres}}.
The team enters Frosty Forest and is attacked by {{p|Articuno}}, who blames the player for bringing natural disasters to its forest. An {{p|Absol}} steps in and stops the fighting, then joins the rescue team. The player reaches [[Mt. Freeze]] and meets the {{p|Ninetales}} of the legend. The player discovers that while part of the legend is true, and the selfish human from the legend is alive, it is not the player.
The player returns to the town, and {{p|Gengar}} is discredited. Meanwhile [[Team A.C.T.]] goes to the Magma Caverns to defeat {{p|Groudon}}.{{p|Wynaut}} and {{p|Wobbuffet}} ask the player to go defeat the {{p|Mankey}} gang in the [[Uproar Forest]]. In return, they offer a peeled Chestnut, which is in turn used to convince the {{p|Mankey}} gang to help renovate the [[Team Base]].
Team A.C.T. does not return, and a new team, comprised of {{p|Blastoise}}, {{p|Octillery}} and {{p|Golem}}, is formed to go rescue them. The new team is also defeated. The player goes to [[Magma Cavern]] themselves to rescue Team A.C.T.
After defeating {{p|Groudon}}, {{p|Xatu}} announces that a falling star is headed towards the planet, and that it is the meteor that is causing the imbalance in nature.{{p|Gardevoir}} reveals to the player, in a dream, the true reason for his/her transformation: the player was destined to be the savior of the [[Pokémon world]]; the player decided to erase the memories of being a human in order to cleanse the heart and mind.
The player goes to find {{p|Rayquaza}} at [[Sky Tower]] in order to convince it to destroy the falling star.
{{p|Rayquaza}}'s {{m|Hyper Beam}} destroys the meteorite. However, the player ends up in the netherworld in the aftermath of the explosion; {{p|Gengar}} helps them return to the Pokémon world.
As the Pokémon celebrate the end of the calamities, the player says farewell and leaves to return to the human world.
After the credits roll, the player decides to remain in the Pokémon world, and reappears at the [[Team Base]].

===Epilogue===
* The player gains entrance to [[Luminous Cave]].
* After talking to {{p|Medicham}}, {{mdc|Lombre|1}} and {{p|Whiscash}} in order, the player goes to [[Stormy Sea]] and defeats {{p|Kyogre}}.
* After getting mail about a [[Buried Relic|new dungeon]], the player talks to Lombre. Then Shiftry will let the player go to Buried Relic.
* [[Southern Cavern]], [[Wyvern Hill]], and [[Howling Forest]] open up after receiving specific [[Friend Area]]s from missions.
* After getting [[HM]] {{m|Surf}} in the [[Solar Cave]], {{p|Spinda}} walks into Pokémon Square and collapses. The player and their partner take him back to their rescue base.
* Spinda reveals he was looking for the mirage Pokémon, but doesn't know what it is. He gives the player the Clear Wing, then leaves and stays in Pokémon Square for a while.
* The player's partner suggests that they go and speak to Xatu.
* Upon reaching the top of the Great Canyon, Xatu reveals that the player must first go to the three fields and face the Lords of those areas (the [[Legendary beasts]]).
* After clearing the [[Fiery Field]] and defeating Entei, {{p|Entei}} turns the Clear Wing into the Red Wing.
* After clearing the [[Lightning Field]] and defeating Raikou, {{p|Raikou}} turns the Red Wing into the Sunset Wing.
* After clearing the [[Northwind Field]] and defeating Suicune, {{p|Suicune}} turns the Sunset Wing into the Rainbow Wing, and [[Mt. Faraway]] is unlocked.
* Once the player clears Mt. Faraway and defeats the {{p|Ho-Oh|Mirage Pokémon}}, the player can go back to the Fields and Mt. Faraway to recruit the legendary beasts and Ho-Oh (if their Friend Areas have been opened).
* If the player goes back to Pokémon Square and talks to Spinda, it will leave, encouraged to go exploring again.
* After getting the {{fa|Southern Island}} Friend Area and obtaining Surf from Solar Cave, a flying Pokémon steals the TMs from Kecleon Wares and flees to the [[Northern Range]]. The player follows it and defeats the Pokémon, revealed to be {{p|Latios}}.
* Latios is revealed to have stolen the TMs because of losing {{p|Latias}} in [[Pitfall Valley]]. The player saves her there using the Teleport Gem. Both Eon Pokémon may join the player's team afterwards.
* Medicham and Ekans go to the [[Wish Cave]] to try to grant wishes for themselves.
* Ekans is defeated and places a rescue request for Medicham, who is still stuck in the cave.
* After rescuing Medicham, the player is rewarded with the Wish Stone, which can be used to make Jirachi grant a wish.
* Medicham and Ekans reveal that Gengar is trying to climb [[Mt. Freeze]].
* Gengar asks the player to escort him up Mt. Freeze.
* Gengar reveals himself to be the selfish human in the legend of Ninetales, and is the master of Gardevoir.
* Ninetales gives Gengar the Nine Tail Crest, and sends him to [[Murky Cave]].
* The player and Gengar go rescue {{p|Gardevoir}}. Gardevoir then offers to join the player's rescue team, but it has lost all its memory relating to Gengar.
* Once the player goes back and recruits Ho-Oh, a cutscene will be shown showing Blastoise and Charizard being KO'd by an incredibly strong Pokémon in [[Western Cave|an extremely tough dungeon.]]
* When the player goes through the dungeon, the Pokémon is revealed as {{p|Mewtwo}}.
* If the player has the Friend Area Cryptic Cave, Mewtwo will ask to join the player's rescue team second time through the dungeon if the player defeats Mewtwo.
* After recruiting all of the [[legendary birds]], the player talks to {{p|Alakazam}}. The player then goes to {{fa|Legendary Island}} and Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres will grant access to [[Silver Trench]].
*After recruiting {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Xatu}} will appear outside the Team base. After that, Blastoise will come and say that he saw a cave and saw "weird things". Xatu will then name the place [[Meteor Cave]]. Then, the player will gain access to it. The player may recruit {{p|Deoxys}} in the Meteor Cave.

==Blurb==
What if you woke up one day, and you were a Pokémon? What if all of a sudden you find yourself in a NEW world, where you can speak and interact with other Pokémon? The adventure begins when you and your partner Pokémon set out on rescue missions in a world ravaged by natural disasters. But what is your true purpose and destiny in this Pokémon world? That's the REAL mystery....

==Dungeon tips==
*If the player remains on one floor of a dungeon for too long, this will happen:
**It will say "Something is stirring".
**It will say "Something is approaching".
**It will say "It's coming closer."
**It will say "It's right nearby! It's gusting hard!" Then the player's character will faint and be kicked out of the dungeon, suffering the same conditions as if they were defeated (no money, many items gone), and cannot be prevented in any way (even if they have Reviver Seeds in their toolbox) other than proceeding to the next floor before it happens. The amount of turns the player can stay on one floor before this happens varies depending on the dungeon.
*Pokémon with the Float terrain ability who try to cross magma will get burned (unless they are {{type|Fire}}).
*Not all Pokémon are able to be directly recruited. Pokémon that cannot be are mostly final form Pokémon, with a few exceptions.

==Characters==
===Playable characters===
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! Female
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| Calm
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
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! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Charmander|000}}
| Hardy
| Brave
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP007.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Squirtle|000}}
| Jolly
| Relaxed
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
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! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Pikachu|000}}
| Impish
| Hardy
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP052.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Meowth|000}}*
| Quirky
| N/A
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP054.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Psyduck|000}}*
| Relaxed
| Lonely
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP066.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Machop|000}}*
| Brave
| N/A
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP104.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Cubone|000}}*
| Lonely
| Impish
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP133.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Eevee|000}}*
| N/A
| Naïve
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP152.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Chikorita|000}}
| N/A
| Docile
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP155.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Cyndaquil|000}}
| Timid
| N/A
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP158.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Totodile|000}}
| Naive
| Jolly
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP252.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Treecko|000}}
| Sassy
| Quirky
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP255.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Torchic|000}}
| Hasty
| Sassy
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP258.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Mudkip|000}}
| Calm
| Timid
|- style="background:#{{md red color light}}"
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | [[File:MDP300.png]]
! style="background:#{{md red color light}}" | {{pcolor|Skitty|000}}*
| N/A
| Hasty
|-
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* <nowiki>*</nowiki>: These Pokémon may not be selected as the partner.
* Some characters are only available to players of a certain gender.

|}

===Non-player characters===
{{main|List of Mystery Dungeon characters#Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team}}
* {{p|Gardevoir}} (Player's dreams) Eventually able to be recruited after helping out Gengar.
* {{p|Xatu}} ([[Hill of the Ancients]]) Stares into the sun all day, and can see into the future.
* {{p|Ninetales}} ([[Mt. Freeze]])
* {{p|Wynaut}} ([[Uproar Forest]])
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ([[Uproar Forest]])
* {{p|Mankey}} ([[Uproar Forest]]) Helps build Team Base. Goes on strike, prompting the player to find {{DL|Food (Mystery Dungeon)|Chestnut}}s.
* {{p|Munchlax}} ([[Pokémon Square]]) Gives out the [[Munch Belt]] in exchange for {{OBP|food|Mystery Dungeon}} items.
* {{p|Butterfree}} ([[Tiny Woods]]) Sends the player on their first quest to rescue Caterpie.
* {{p|Spinda}} ([[Pokémon Square]]) Sends the player out to find the mirage Pokémon, {{p|Ho-Oh}}

====Plot-set friends====
* {{p|Magnemite}}
* {{p|Absol}}
* {{p|Smeargle}}
* {{p|Latios}}
* {{p|Latias}}
* {{p|Celebi}}

====Pokémon Square====
* {{p|Kecleon}} (younger)
* {{p|Kecleon}} (older)
* {{p|Persian}}
* {{p|Wigglytuff}}
* {{p|Kangaskhan}}
* {{p|Gulpin}}
* {{p|Snubbull}} → {{p|Granbull}}
* {{p|Lombre}}
* {{p|Magnemite}} ×2
* {{p|Jumpluff}} ×2

====Makuhita Dojo====
* {{p|Makuhita}}

====Whiscash Pond====
* {{p|Whiscash}}
* {{p|Caterpie}}
* {{p|Metapod}}

====Pelipper Post Office====
* Pelipper Post Office
** {{p|Pelipper}}
* {{p|Bellsprout}}
* {{p|Diglett}} (son)
* {{p|Dugtrio}} (father)

====Rescue teams====
* [[Team A.C.T.]]
** {{p|Alakazam}}
** {{p|Charizard}}
** {{p|Tyranitar}}
* [[Team Meanies]]
** {{p|Gengar}}
** {{p|Ekans}}
** {{p|Medicham}}
* Team Shifty
** {{p|Shiftry}}
** {{p|Nuzleaf}} ×2
* Team Constrictor
** {{p|Octillery}}
** {{p|Tentacruel}}
** {{p|Cradily}}
* Team Hydro
** {{p|Blastoise}}
** {{p|Feraligatr}}
** {{p|Swampert}}
* Team Rumblerock
** {{p|Graveler}} ×2
** {{p|Golem}}

====Bosses====
# {{p|Skarmory}}
# [[Team Meanies]]
# {{p|Zapdos}}
# {{p|Moltres}}
# {{p|Articuno}}
# {{p|Groudon}}
# {{p|Rayquaza}}
# {{p|Kyogre}}
# {{p|Regirock}}
# {{p|Regice}}
# {{p|Registeel}}
# {{p|Mew}}
# {{p|Latios}}
# {{p|Entei}}
# {{p|Raikou}}
# {{p|Suicune}}
# {{p|Ho-Oh}}
# {{p|Jirachi}}
# {{p|Lugia}}
# {{p|Mewtwo}}
# {{p|Deoxys}}

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
Similar to the [[version|main series]] games, each version has its own [[version-exclusive Pokémon]]. They are:

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center;"
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
|
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{md red color}}; {{roundy|1em}}; border: 5px solid #{{md red color light}};"
|-
! {{color|{{md red color dark}}|Red}}
|-
|
{| border="1" style="border: 1px solid #{{md red color}}; border-collapse: collapse; background: white; margin: auto;" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
|-
{{Moveentrytm|137|Porygon|1|Normal|}}
{{Moveentrytm|226|Mantine|2|Water|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|311|Plusle|1|Electric|}}
{{Moveentrytm|315|Roselia|2|Grass|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|349|Feebas|1|Water|}}
|}
|}
|
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{md blue color}}; {{roundy|1em}}; border: 5px solid #{{md blue color light}};"
|-
! {{color|{{md blue color dark}}|Blue}}
|- align="center"
|
{| border="1" style="border: 1px solid #{{md blue color}}; border-collapse: collapse; background: white; margin: auto;" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
|-
{{Moveentrytm|233|Porygon2|1|Normal|}}
{{Moveentrytm|129|Magikarp|1|Water|}}
{{Moveentrytm|131|Lapras|2|Water|Ice}}
{{Moveentrytm|190|Aipom|1|Normal|}}
{{Moveentrytm|312|Minun|1|Electric|}}
|}
|}
|}

===Wonder Mail codes===
Codes, such as these, may unlock the Pokémon on the opposite version.
{| class="expandable" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{md blue color}}; {{roundy|10px}}; border: 5px solid #{{md red color}}"
|-
! colspan="2" | {{color2|{{md blue color dark}}|Pokémon}}
! colspan="3" | {{color|{{md blue color dark}}|Wonder Mail Code}}
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP190.png]]
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Aipom|000}}
| <code>4?N…</code>
| <code>W3+?</code>
| <code>??P?</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>♂M?P</code>
| <code>2?60</code>
| <code>M…?W</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP349.png]]
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Feebas|000}}
| <code>1?69</code>
| <code>♀JY?</code>
| <code>?X6Q</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>XJ?Q</code>
| <code>F4?6</code>
| <code>Q!?X</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP131.png]]
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Lapras|000}}
| <code>F?J?</code>
| <code>690?</code>
| <code>4Q6C</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>C!??</code>
| <code>8?66</code>
| <code>8Q?♀</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP129.png]]
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Magikarp|000}}
| <code>X??S</code>
| <code>??X?</code>
| <code>468?</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>♀+??</code>
| <code>9756</code>
| <code>SY??</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP226.png]]
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Mantine|000}}
| <code>4??N</code>
| <code>22…?</code>
| <code>?Q6J</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>H3?♂</code>
| <code>8470</code>
| <code>JN?W</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP312.png]]
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Minun|000}}
| <code>F?RP</code>
| <code>F?…?</code>
| <code>4+7?</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>…R?H</code>
| <code>64?0</code>
| <code>R???</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP311.png]]
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Plusle|000}}
| <code>F?1C</code>
| <code>FK…?</code>
| <code>?878</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>3R?H</code>
| <code>6??6</code>
| <code>N7?W</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP137.png]]
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Porygon|000}}
| <code>F?43</code>
| <code>4?t?</code>
| <code>429H</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>90?7</code>
| <code>H56R</code>
| <code>8K?♀</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP233.png]]
| style="background: #{{md red color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Porygon2|000}}
| <code>F?5N</code>
| <code>-QF?</code>
| <code>?+6!</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>?H??</code>
| <code>F?6R</code>
| <code>69?W</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | [[File:MDP315.png]]
| style="background: #{{md blue color light}}" rowspan="2" | {{pcolor|Roselia|000}}
| <code>F?4N</code>
| <code>+WT?</code>
| <code>?+6N</code>
|- style="background: #fff"
| <code>FR?J</code>
| <code>F?66</code>
| <code>85?W</code>
|}{{-}}

==Connectivity==

===Unknown Dungeon===
A player with the Blue Rescue Team version can go to an [[Unknown Dungeon (Mystery Dungeon)|Unknown Dungeon]] (found as an option on the main screen) through wireless communication with another player. When both players have contacted each other, they should close their DS and wait till they automatically finish a random dungeon and return an [[item]] and sometimes recruit a [[Pokémon]]. The player can open his/her DS whenever they want even if the other player has already opened his/hers. Items received are usually rare. The player can go to the Unknown Dungeon how many times he/she likes, as long as the player has another player to communicate with.

===Rescuing===
The player can also go rescue another player who has fainted in a dungeon and prefers to await a rescue. The player can rescue from the title screen, or through [[Pelipper Post Office]]. The player should receive an SOS Mail from the other player through Wireless Mode or through a Password. When the player has received the SOS Mail, he/she can go rescue anytime he/she wants. The player can go rescue by talking with {{p|Pelipper}} in the Post Office. However, the player who's awaiting rescue can cancel the wait. But the player who has already gotten the SOS Mail can rescue the other player and get a reward from Pelipper instead.

===Being rescued===
When the player faints in a certain dungeon, he/she can choose to send an SOS Mail to another player. While awaiting rescue, the player can explore on his/her current unlocked dungeons and can store items and [[Poké]] after completing the dungeon. The player can also organize his/her team members. The player is rescued when he/she receive an A-OK Mail. The player then may continue his/her exploration from the spot where he/she fainted. All items and Poké are restored. After the player completes or escapes from the dungeon, he/she may optionally (but recommended) go to Pelipper Post Office, or from the title screen, to send a Thank-You Mail in thanks for the rescue. The player may also choose whether or not to reward the rescuer with one of his/her items.

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team}}

==Trivia==
* This is the first game that allows the player to understand what some Pokémon are saying.
* This is the first game in the franchise to offer [[move duplication|the same move to be learned more than once at one time]] without a glitch.
* The [[Generation IV]] {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} {{p|Munchlax}} is obtainable in this game through hacking, despite the fact that the game only contains Pokémon from the first three generations.
* This is the game that features the most {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} in a [[Generation IV|generation that has not been released at the time]] with 5. There are statues of {{p|Weavile}}, {{p|Bonsly}}, {{p|Mime Jr.}} and {{p|Lucario}}, as well as {{p|Munchlax}}, who is an NPC in the game.
* If released, a legendary Pokémon may be fought and recruited again, with the exception of Latios and Latias, who instead ask the player if they can join.
* These are the only paired games to be released on separate [[:Category:Game systems|handheld consoles]] to date. Despite this, they are still virtually identical.
* The original Japanese release of Blue Rescue Team would wipe data from all [[Game Boy Advance]] games in the [[Nintendo DS]]'s second slot unless it was Red Rescue Team. This was fixed in all subsequent releases.
* The box art of Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team is a sequel of that of the box art of Mystery Dungeon: Blue Rescue Team, showing the same hole and a friend rescue. Blue Rescue Team shows the top of the hole and Red Rescue Team shows the bottom. This may reference the fact that the GBA cartridge slot was in the bottom of the system while the DS cartridge slot is in the top. Both boxes also showcase an important scene of the game as well as all the Pokémon of the two prominent [[Team|rescue teams]] that the player and partner meets, [[Team ACT]] and [[Team Meanies]].
* In South Korea, only Blue Rescue Team was released, meaning that a Korean-language version of Red Rescue Team does not exist. This is due to the fact that [[Nintendo DS]] was the first console to be launched by Korean Nintendo central. There are no official Korean games for [[Game Boy Advance]] at all.
* All the playable characters that can be selected as partners are starters of main series games.
* All the starters of the first three generations are playable.
* Red Rescue Team is the last Pokémon game released on the Game Boy Advance, therefore also being the last Pokémon game released on a Game Boy series console.
* This is the second game (the first being [[Pokémon Snap]]) to be true to the Pokédex and say that three Magnemite have to be together to form a Magneton.

==In other languages==
{{langtable|color={{MD Red color}}|bordercolor={{MD Blue color light}}
|ja=ポケモン不思議のダンジョン赤の救助隊 ポケモン不思議のダンジョン青の救助隊
|fr=Pokémon Donjon Mystère: Équipe De Secours Rouge Pokémon Donjon Mystère: Équipe De Secours Bleue
|de=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Team Rot Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Team Blau
|it=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Squadra Rossa Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Squadra Blu
|es=Pokémon Mundo Misterioso: Equipo de Rescate Rojo Pokémon Mundo Misterioso: Equipo de Rescate Azul
|ko={{tt|포켓몬 불가사의 던전: 파랑 구조대|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Blue Rescue Team}}}}

==See also==
* [[Mystery Dungeon game mechanics]]

==References==
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DP051

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Fojames: /* Plot */

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'''Glory Blaze!''' (Japanese: '''ヒコザルＶＳザングース！運命のバトル！！''' ''{{tt|Hikozaru|Chimchar}} vs. Zangoose! Destined Battle!!'') is the 51st episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 517th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on October 18, 2007 and in the United States on February 1, 2008.

{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

The good news for Ash and his friends is that they've entered a tag battle tournament in Hearthome City and everyone made it past the first round. The bad news? Paul is Ash's partner and the two of them just can't get along. Before the second round, Paul has his Pokémon team up against Chimchar to deliver some harsh training. Even Team Rocket thinks Paul is being cruel to Chimchar! It's all too much for Ash, who insists on taking Chimchar to the Pokémon Center.

At the Pokémon Center, Brock asks Paul to explain himself. Paul describes how he first met Chimchar: it was cornered by a group of relentless Zangoose and looked to be in serious trouble. Pushed to its limit, Chimchar let loose with a mighty Flame Wheel that knocked out all its foes! Paul immediately asked Chimchar to join him, but since that day, Chimchar hasn't been able to recapture that same power. And now, Nurse Joy and Brock tell Paul he has to give Chimchar a rest.

But at the tournament the next day, Paul sends Chimchar in to battle alongside Ash's Turtwig. What's worse, their tag battle opponents are fielding a Metagross and a Zangoose! Once again, Ash and Paul simply can't cooperate. Paul doesn't even care when Chimchar's Flame Wheel hurts Turtwig! But when Chimchar freezes in fear at painful memories of its battle with the group of Zangoose, Turtwig still comes to the rescue.

Disgusted, Paul turns his back on Chimchar, and Ash gives Chimchar and Turtwig commands so they can win the battle. After the match, Paul releases Chimchar—for good. As Paul walks away, Ash asks the unhappy Chimchar if it wants to come with him instead...

==Plot==
The [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]] continues as the teams of {{Ash}} and [[Paul]], {{an|Dawn}} and [[Conway]], and {{an|Brock}} and [[Holly]] advance to the next round. During the night, Ash {{pkmn|training|trains}} with {{cat|Ash's Pokémon|his Pokémon}}, having {{AP|Staravia}} use {{m|Aerial Ace}}. {{AP|Aipom}}, {{AP|Turtwig}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} dodge the [[Anime physics|normally unavoidable]] [[Move|attack]] with the spinning maneuver [[DP017|Dawn taught them before]]. Staravia notices a blast of energy nearby. At the [[Pokémon Center]], [[Nurse Joy]] is overwhelmed with all the {{pkmn|Trainer}}s needing their {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} healed. Brock steps forward to help as Holly and {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}} notice. Dawn and Conway discuss the next round as Conway mentions that teamwork and [[friendship]] is as important as training, as Dawn and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} notice how close they are. Dawn rushes out to find Ash as Conway mentions that Ash is still a foe.

The explosive energy Staravia spotted earlier was [[Paul's Chimchar]] taking several attacks from {{cat|Paul's Pokémon}}. {{TP|Paul|Elekid}} uses {{m|Thunder}}, {{TP|Paul|Murkrow}} uses {{m|Shadow Ball}}, {{TP|Paul|Torterra}} uses {{m|Hyper Beam}} and {{TP|Paul|Ursaring}} uses {{m|Focus Blast}}. The tidal wave of attacks converges as Chimchar uses {{m|Flame Wheel}} to defend. Ash notices the brutal training as Chimchar unleashes {{m|Flamethrower}}, but it hits Ash and knocks him backward. {{TRT}} watches nearby as Ash gets up, complimenting Chimchar’s power. Paul calls Chimchar back for more training as Ash questions Paul's aggressive tactics as Dawn arrives. Paul brushes him off as he reveals his intention to get his Pokémon exposed to powerful {{pkmn|battle}}s. Dawn scolds him for his selfish goals as Paul ignores them, mentioning that Chimchar needed to be struck by the {{m|Surf}} attack from [[DP050|the previous battle]] to get stronger. Ash tries to get him to raise Chimchar's strong points, but Paul mentions that it is a waste. Despite the rigor, Chimchar still wants to train. Ash tries to convince Chimchar that there are different ways to train and it doesn't have to do it the hard away, but Paul and his team walk away, as Chimchar follows sadly. Team Rocket wants to take Chimchar to get the {{DL|Held item|Soothe Bell}}.

Paul continues training Chimchar as it dodges Ursaring's {{m|Hammer Arm}}. Torterra fires {{m|Leaf Storm}} and Chimchar gets caught in it. Murkrow executes a {{m|Sky Attack}} as Chimchar tries Flamethrower, but it gets hit and collapses. Paul orders Chimchar to stand. It tries but is too weak, collapsing. Paul orders Elekid to use Thunder on it, but Pikachu rushes forward with {{m|Volt Tackle}} to block. Elekid charges for another attack, but Ash and Dawn rush in to take Chimchar to the Pokémon Center. At the Center, Brock treats Chimchar, as Brock’s talent impresses Holly. Brock steps out and mentions that Chimchar needs rest. Brock confronts Paul about his training methods. Although reluctant at first, Brock manages to get him to talk for Chimchar's safety.

Paul mentions how he met Chimchar, when he captured a {{p|Ninjask}}. He noticed a Chimchar racing through the forest, pursued by several {{p|Zangoose}}. The Zangoose attacked Chimchar for unknown reasons, but they were relentless. Chimchar wound up cornered at the edge of a cliff. As Paul watched, the Zangoose lunged forward. Chimchar activated {{a|Blaze}} and used a powerful Flame Wheel to consume the area with a spiral of fire. When it was over, the Zangoose were gone and Paul decided to {{pkmn2|caught|catch}} the Chimchar, wanting that power to win battles. Brock understands the he has been trying to get Chimchar to duplicate that power from that situation by putting it through difficult training battles, but has not had any luck. Paul wants to keep going even though everyone urges him to let Chimchar rest. Only Nurse Joy's insistence makes him comply.

The next day, the tournament continues as Dawn and Conway make it to the next round. Brock and Holly also win their battle. Ash and Paul fight in the last battle of the day as Ash sends Turtwig. Paul calls out Chimchar, shocking everyone, as they notice Chimchar still wounded. Ash informs Turtwig to cover Chimchar as their opponents send out {{p|Metagross}} and Zangoose. While Dawn checks her [[Pokédex]], the sight of a Zangoose scares Chimchar while Paul grins at the situation. The battle starts as Metagross charges with {{m|Bullet Punch}}. Chimchar fires Flamethrower but Zangoose jumps forward with {{m|X-Scissor}}. Turtwig uses {{m|Razor Leaf}}, but Zangoose swats them away. Metagross lands a hit on Chimchar as Zangoose hits Turtwig. Chimchar uses {{m|Dig}} as Metagross uses {{m|Magnet Rise}} to dodge. Zangoose jumps in with {{m|Crush Claw}} and sends Chimchar back. Turtwig attempts to {{m|tackle}} Zangoose, but it dodges and Metagross uses {{m|Psychic}} to send Turtwig back, crashing into Chimchar. Zangoose jumps forward with Crush Claw as Chimchar is paralyzed by fear. Turtwig uses {{m|Bite}} on Zangoose's arm to stop the attack.

Metagross charges with Bullet Punch as Paul orders Chimchar to use Flame Wheel... on Turtwig! Chimchar refuses to attack its teammate at first, but is forced to comply. Chimchar speeds forwards and hits Turtwig and Zangoose, separating them. Chimchar is able to keep the momentum going and hits Metagross. Turtwig suffers [[Damage modification|major damage]] as a result, and Ash is furious with Paul for intentionally harming his Pokémon. Zangoose attempts another Crush Claw and Chimchar attempts another Flame Wheel, but Zangoose pins it and stops the attack. Paul orders Chimchar to use Flamethrower, but looking Zangoose in the eye paralyzes it in fear... this is the last straw for Paul as far as Chimchar is concerned. Turtwig uses Razor Leaf to get Zangoose off Chimchar as Turtwig steps forward, but collapses from damage. Zangoose unleashes {{m|Fire Blast}} as Chimchar intercepts, taking the attack and powering up. Ash and Chimchar wait for Paul’s command, but Paul does nothing and turns away, having completely given up on Chimchar. Metagross heads with Bullet Punch and Ash, realizing Paul isn't going to be giving any more commands to Chimchar and is willing to let them get knocked out of the tournament, orders Chimchar to use Flamethrower, stunning everyone. Chimchar does so and hits Metagross, [[fainting|knocking it out]]. Turtwig charges forward as Zangoose uses Crush Claw. Turtwig spin dodges and uses Razor Leaf and Tackle to knock out Zangoose. Ash and Paul win the duel, advancing to the semifinals. As Ash praises the two Pokémon, Paul still has his back turned and Chimchar is upset knowing what is in store for it.

At sunset, Paul releases Chimchar and tells it to get lost before walking away. Ash and his friends arrive and scold Paul for his decision, but as far as Paul is concerned the special training is over and he is going to need a new fire-type. Chimchar starts to sadly walk away, and Ash is upset to see such a loyal and hard-working Pokémon treated like this. Suddenly inspiration strikes him and he decides to take action. Calling to Chimchar, Ash offers the Chimp Pokémon a spot on [[Party|his team]], stopping Paul in his tracks and stunning everyone. Dawn asks Ash if he's sure, and Ash is positive promising Chimchar the chance to have fun and train. Ash steps up to Chimchar and kneels down, leaving Chimchar with an important decision to make...


== Major events ==
* {{Ash}} and [[Paul]], {{an|Dawn}} and [[Conway]], and {{an|Brock}} and [[Holly]] advance to the Tag Battle semi-finals.
* [[Paul]] is revealed to own a {{p|Ninjask}}.
* Paul releases {{TP|Paul|Chimchar}}.
* Ash invites Chimchar to join his [[party|team]].
{{animeevents}}

=== Debuts ===

== Characters ==
=== Humans ===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Paul]]
* [[Nurse Joy]]
* [[Cynthia]] (flashback)
* [[Conway]]
* [[Holly]]
* {{an|Enta}}
* {{tc|Black Belt}}
* {{tc|Psychic}}
* [[Pokémon Trainer]]s

=== Pokémon ===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Aipom}} ({{OP|Ash|Aipom}})
* {{p|Turtwig}} ({{OP|Ash|Turtwig}})
* {{p|Staravia}} ({{OP|Ash|Staravia}})
* {{p|Pachirisu}} ({{OP|Dawn|Pachirisu}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Chimchar}} ({{OP|Paul|Chimchar}}; released)
* {{p|Elekid}} ({{OP|Paul|Elekid}})
* {{p|Ursaring}} ({{OP|Paul|Ursaring}})
* {{p|Murkrow}} ({{OP|Paul|Murkrow}})
* {{p|Torterra}} ({{OP|Paul|Torterra}})
* {{p|Ninjask}} ([[Paul]]'s; new; flashback)
* {{p|Zangoose}} (Black Belt's)
* {{p|Nosepass}} ([[Holly]]'s)
* {{p|Aggron}} ([[Conway]]'s)
* {{p|Metagross}} (Psychic's)
* {{p|Chansey}} ({{OP|Nurse Joy|Chansey}})
* {{p|Hitmonchan}}
* {{p|Rhydon}}
* {{p|Magmar}}
* {{p|Tauros}}
* {{p|Furret}}
* {{p|Granbull}}
* {{p|Zangoose}} (wild, group; flashback)
* {{p|Cranidos}} ({{OP|Roark|Rampardos}}; flashback)
* {{p|Garchomp}} ({{OP|Cynthia|Garchomp}}; flashback)

== Trivia ==
* [[Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{p|Bronzong}}
* Music from ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' and ''[[Pokémon Symphonic Medley]]'' are used as background music.
* {{Ash}} and [[Paul]] narrate the preview for the [[DP052|next episode]].
* Yuriko Yamaguchi returns to voice [[Nurse Joy]].
** [[Pokémon senryū]]: ドータクン　エスパーわざで　さあドーダ ''Dōtakun, esupā waza de, sā dōda.'' "{{tt|Dohtakun|Bronzong}}, {{t|Psychic}} [[move]]s, now how's that?"
* Although the ending theme song changed, the accompanying animation did not.
* The title is a reference to the phrase "Going out in a blaze of glory", as well as the song ''{{wp|Glory Days (song)}}'' by {{wp|Bruce Springsteen}}.
* This episode, along with [[DP050|''Tag! We're It...!'']] and [[DP052|''Smells Like Team Spirit!'']] was aired as a 90 minute special on February 1st, 2008 on [[Cartoon Network]].
* The ending theme song, ''[[By Your Side ~Hikari's Theme~]]'' changed to the ''Winter Version''.
* [[Paul's Murkrow]] is voiced by [[Chinami Nishimura]], for unknown reasons, in this episode, though its usual voice actor is [[Chie Satō]].
* Team Rocket doesn't blast off or recite their motto in this episode.

=== Errors ===
* In the English Dub, when Chimchar uses Flame Wheel on Turtwig, Holly says: "That's awful!" but it shows that Dawn's speaking.

=== Dub edits ===

== In other languages ==
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Walkthrough:Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team/Chapter 1

2014-01-19T22:48:48Z

Fojames: /* Waking Up */

=Tiny Woods=
===Waking Up===
:Where am I?
:Am I dreaming this?
:I feel a pleasant breeze.
:...I hear a voice from somewhere...
:I wonder who it is?

Those are the opening words of Mystery Dungeon.

Then your partner comes over and wakes you up. You say you are a human and he looks confused, and says that you look like a normal Pokémon. You look down at yourself and freak out. He asks for your name, which you will tell him. No matter what name you choose, your partner will laugh at it.
Suddenly, a [[List of Mystery Dungeon characters#Butterfree|Butterfree]] will fly over and ask for your help to save her child, [[Caterpie (Red and Blue Rescue Team)|Caterpie]], who has fallen into a fissure. While trying to rescue Caterpie, Butterfree got attacked by Pokémon. You and your partner decide to help.

===Tiny Woods Pokémon===
{{mdloc/h|grass}}
{{mdloc|016|Pidgey|1-3|1|0}}
{{mdloc|191|Sunkern|1-3|1|0}}
{{mdloc|265|Wurmple|1-3|1|0}}
{{mdloc|102|Exeggcute|3|1|0}}
{{mdloc/f|grass}}

To rescue Caterpie, you need to clear this 4-floored dungeon. To attack wild Pokémon, press A to use your regular attack that has infnite PP. However, it's weak. To use Moves, open the menu, select "Moves" and the attack you want to use.

On each floor you will find items. You can put them in the tool box by simply walking over them.
To progress through each floor you have to walk on the stairs and choose to proceed. The stairs are shown with a blue outline of a square on the map.

Clearing the dungeon should be easy. To make the partner help you, use "Team"-option in the menu to select partner's [[IQ|IQ skills]]. For example, IQ skill "Excusive Move-User" makes partner stop using the regular attack.

At the 4th floor you will find Caterpie. After you rescue it Butterfree will give you an [[Oran Berry]], a [[Pecha Berry]], and a [[Rawst Berry]].
Your partner will then show you your home. You will be asked whether or not you want to form a rescue team. In order to progress, you have to answer yes. Your partner allows you to choose your team's name. After that, you sleep in your new home.

=Thunderwave Cave=
===Saving===
You will not be able to leave your house until you save the game. To save you have to walk onto your bed.
You will then fall asleep. After you wake up you will be able to leave the house.
Your partner will be sleeping outside and will say that he fell asleep while waiting for you. You will then check the mail and find a Rescue team starter kit. Your partner then explains things found inside it, including a Toolbox for storing items. A Pelipper will now fly over and deliver a letter to you.
The letter is from [[List of Mystery Dungeon characters#Magnemite|Magnemite]] saying that it heard of you from Caterpie and needs your help to rescue two other Magnemite.

You will not be able to go to [[Pokémon Square]] or the [[Friend Area]]s until you complete this mission.

===Thunderwave Cave Pokémon===
Thunderwave Cave has 6 floors with Magnemite on the 6th.

{{mdloc/h|electric}}
{{mdloc|019|Rattata|1-3|3|9.5}}
{{mdloc|029|Nidoran♀|1-3|4|13.3}}
{{mdloc|261|Poochyena|1-3|3|8.2}}
{{mdloc|100|Voltorb|3-5|3|8.1}}
{{mdloc|239|Elekid|4-5|4|10.3}}
{{mdloc|311|Plusle|4-5|game=red|3|35}}
{{mdloc|312|Minun|4-5|game=blue|3|35}}
{{mdloc/f|electric}}

This dungeon will be a little harder. You will notice that there are some gray tiles with green arrows in some rooms. Those are Wonder Tiles. They return decreased and increased stats to normal. Some [[Move|Moves]] enemy Pokémon use (like {{m|Tail Whip}}) will lower your stats.

You will discover some new items like [[Seed|Seeds]]. Seeds can be eaten or thrown at enemy Pokémon. When you pick up an item, a message telling what item does will be displayed, so you don't need to worry about eating wrong seeds.

Another new item you might find is {{DL|Toss items|Gravelerock}}. Gravelerocks can be thrown at enemy Pokémon to damage them by 20. Gravelrocks can be devastating at the beginning of the game.

After bringing Magnemite to safety you will be rewarded with some items.

Next day you won't find any rescue missions on your mailbox. Your partner knows where to get them, and you head to [[Pokémon Square]].

=Mt. Steel=
You can now visit Pokémon Square, so take advantage of the shops there. Two [[List of Mystery Dungeon characters#Kecleon|Kecleon]] run [[Kecleon Shop|shops]] where you can buy supplies, [[TM|TMs]] and [[Wonder Orb|Wonder Orbs]]. [[List of Mystery Dungeon characters#Kangaskhan|Kangaskhan]] runs [[Kangaskhan Storage]] where you can store items. [[List of Mystery Dungeon characters#Gulpin|Gulpin]] runs [[Gulpin Link Shop]]. There you can link moves and remember forgotten moves. [[List of Mystery Dungeon characters#Persian|Persian]] runs Felicity Bank, where you can store money.

Another must-visit is the Pelipper Post Office. There is a Bulletin Board where you can view and accept rescue jobs. Complete at least two jobs to progress to the next story sequence.

In the morning, a [[List of Mystery Dungeon characters#Dugtrio|Dugtrio]] will come and ask for you to save [[List of Mystery Dungeon characters#Diglett|Diglett]] who is located on the 9th floor of Mt. Steel.

===Mt. Steel Pokémon===
{{mdloc/h|steel}}
{{mdloc|021|Spearow|1-4|4|11.9}}
{{mdloc|343|Baltoy|1-4|5|5.6}}
{{mdloc|263|Zigzagoon|1-5|5|8.5}}
{{mdloc|304|Aron|1-8|6|7.8}}
{{mdloc|074|Geodude|5-8|5|9.1}}
{{mdloc|307|Meditite|5-8|6|5.5}}
{{mdloc|236|Tyrogue|5-8|5|8}}
{{mdloc|374|Beldum|6-8|5|7.8}}
{{mdloc|127|Pinsir|7-8|6|8.3}}
{{mdloc|227|Skarmory|9|10|0|boss=yes}}
{{mdloc/f|steel|Skarmory only appears the first time the player clears the dungeon.}}

If you gained a few levels from Rescue jobs, this dungeon won't be a challenge. You will find new items, including Wonder Orbs and [[Gummi|Gummis]]. Wonder Orbs perform special actions, such as escaping from dungeons. Eating Gummis raises IQ and sometimes gives new IQ skills.

After clearing all 8 floors, you need to fight a Skarmory.

===Fighting {{p|Skarmory}}===
====Skarmory's moves====
{{Pokémon
|gen=1
|pokemon=Skarmory
|type1=Steel
|type2=Flying
|ndex=227
|level=10
|gender=Unknown
|ability=Unknown
|move1=Peck
|move1type=Flying
|move2=Sand-Attack
|move2type=Ground
|move3=Leer
|move3type=Normal
}}

Skarmory will be an easy fight. If your attacks don't do a lot of damage, throw Gravelerocks at it. Eventually you should defeat your first boss and rescue Diglett with help of the Magnemites you saved earlier.

===Dungeon tips===
*If your [[health points|HP]] is low, hold A and B together. This will heal you by 1 HP. Hold down as long as it takes to completely heal, keeping in mind that every 1 HP healed is 1 turn taken.
*When fighting enemy Pokémon, instead of walking forward and letting them have the first attack, throw a {{DL|Toss items|Gravelerock}}, press A, or heal. That way, they will come forward and you will get the first attack.

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Walkthrough:Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team/Chapter 1

2014-01-19T22:47:46Z

Fojames: /* Waking Up */

=Tiny Woods=
===Waking Up===
:Where am I?
:Am I dreaming this?
:I feel a pleasant breeze.
:...I hear a voice from somewhere...
:I wonder who it is?

Those are the opening words of Mystery Dungeon.

Then your partner comes over and wakes you up. You say you are a human and he looks confused, and says that you look like a normal Pokémon. You look down at yourself and freak out. He asks for your name, which you will tell him. No matter what name you choose, your partner will laugh at it.
Suddenly, a [[List of Mystery Dungeon characters#Butterfree|Butterfree]] will fly over and ask for your help to save her child, [[Caterpie (Red and Blue Rescue Team|Caterpie]], who has fallen into a fissure. While trying to rescue Caterpie, Butterfree got attacked by Pokémon. You and your partner decide to help.

===Tiny Woods Pokémon===
{{mdloc/h|grass}}
{{mdloc|016|Pidgey|1-3|1|0}}
{{mdloc|191|Sunkern|1-3|1|0}}
{{mdloc|265|Wurmple|1-3|1|0}}
{{mdloc|102|Exeggcute|3|1|0}}
{{mdloc/f|grass}}

To rescue Caterpie, you need to clear this 4-floored dungeon. To attack wild Pokémon, press A to use your regular attack that has infnite PP. However, it's weak. To use Moves, open the menu, select "Moves" and the attack you want to use.

On each floor you will find items. You can put them in the tool box by simply walking over them.
To progress through each floor you have to walk on the stairs and choose to proceed. The stairs are shown with a blue outline of a square on the map.

Clearing the dungeon should be easy. To make the partner help you, use "Team"-option in the menu to select partner's [[IQ|IQ skills]]. For example, IQ skill "Excusive Move-User" makes partner stop using the regular attack.

At the 4th floor you will find Caterpie. After you rescue it Butterfree will give you an [[Oran Berry]], a [[Pecha Berry]], and a [[Rawst Berry]].
Your partner will then show you your home. You will be asked whether or not you want to form a rescue team. In order to progress, you have to answer yes. Your partner allows you to choose your team's name. After that, you sleep in your new home.

=Thunderwave Cave=
===Saving===
You will not be able to leave your house until you save the game. To save you have to walk onto your bed.
You will then fall asleep. After you wake up you will be able to leave the house.
Your partner will be sleeping outside and will say that he fell asleep while waiting for you. You will then check the mail and find a Rescue team starter kit. Your partner then explains things found inside it, including a Toolbox for storing items. A Pelipper will now fly over and deliver a letter to you.
The letter is from [[List of Mystery Dungeon characters#Magnemite|Magnemite]] saying that it heard of you from Caterpie and needs your help to rescue two other Magnemite.

You will not be able to go to [[Pokémon Square]] or the [[Friend Area]]s until you complete this mission.

===Thunderwave Cave Pokémon===
Thunderwave Cave has 6 floors with Magnemite on the 6th.

{{mdloc/h|electric}}
{{mdloc|019|Rattata|1-3|3|9.5}}
{{mdloc|029|Nidoran♀|1-3|4|13.3}}
{{mdloc|261|Poochyena|1-3|3|8.2}}
{{mdloc|100|Voltorb|3-5|3|8.1}}
{{mdloc|239|Elekid|4-5|4|10.3}}
{{mdloc|311|Plusle|4-5|game=red|3|35}}
{{mdloc|312|Minun|4-5|game=blue|3|35}}
{{mdloc/f|electric}}

This dungeon will be a little harder. You will notice that there are some gray tiles with green arrows in some rooms. Those are Wonder Tiles. They return decreased and increased stats to normal. Some [[Move|Moves]] enemy Pokémon use (like {{m|Tail Whip}}) will lower your stats.

You will discover some new items like [[Seed|Seeds]]. Seeds can be eaten or thrown at enemy Pokémon. When you pick up an item, a message telling what item does will be displayed, so you don't need to worry about eating wrong seeds.

Another new item you might find is {{DL|Toss items|Gravelerock}}. Gravelerocks can be thrown at enemy Pokémon to damage them by 20. Gravelrocks can be devastating at the beginning of the game.

After bringing Magnemite to safety you will be rewarded with some items.

Next day you won't find any rescue missions on your mailbox. Your partner knows where to get them, and you head to [[Pokémon Square]].

=Mt. Steel=
You can now visit Pokémon Square, so take advantage of the shops there. Two [[List of Mystery Dungeon characters#Kecleon|Kecleon]] run [[Kecleon Shop|shops]] where you can buy supplies, [[TM|TMs]] and [[Wonder Orb|Wonder Orbs]]. [[List of Mystery Dungeon characters#Kangaskhan|Kangaskhan]] runs [[Kangaskhan Storage]] where you can store items. [[List of Mystery Dungeon characters#Gulpin|Gulpin]] runs [[Gulpin Link Shop]]. There you can link moves and remember forgotten moves. [[List of Mystery Dungeon characters#Persian|Persian]] runs Felicity Bank, where you can store money.

Another must-visit is the Pelipper Post Office. There is a Bulletin Board where you can view and accept rescue jobs. Complete at least two jobs to progress to the next story sequence.

In the morning, a [[List of Mystery Dungeon characters#Dugtrio|Dugtrio]] will come and ask for you to save [[List of Mystery Dungeon characters#Diglett|Diglett]] who is located on the 9th floor of Mt. Steel.

===Mt. Steel Pokémon===
{{mdloc/h|steel}}
{{mdloc|021|Spearow|1-4|4|11.9}}
{{mdloc|343|Baltoy|1-4|5|5.6}}
{{mdloc|263|Zigzagoon|1-5|5|8.5}}
{{mdloc|304|Aron|1-8|6|7.8}}
{{mdloc|074|Geodude|5-8|5|9.1}}
{{mdloc|307|Meditite|5-8|6|5.5}}
{{mdloc|236|Tyrogue|5-8|5|8}}
{{mdloc|374|Beldum|6-8|5|7.8}}
{{mdloc|127|Pinsir|7-8|6|8.3}}
{{mdloc|227|Skarmory|9|10|0|boss=yes}}
{{mdloc/f|steel|Skarmory only appears the first time the player clears the dungeon.}}

If you gained a few levels from Rescue jobs, this dungeon won't be a challenge. You will find new items, including Wonder Orbs and [[Gummi|Gummis]]. Wonder Orbs perform special actions, such as escaping from dungeons. Eating Gummis raises IQ and sometimes gives new IQ skills.

After clearing all 8 floors, you need to fight a Skarmory.

===Fighting {{p|Skarmory}}===
====Skarmory's moves====
{{Pokémon
|gen=1
|pokemon=Skarmory
|type1=Steel
|type2=Flying
|ndex=227
|level=10
|gender=Unknown
|ability=Unknown
|move1=Peck
|move1type=Flying
|move2=Sand-Attack
|move2type=Ground
|move3=Leer
|move3type=Normal
}}

Skarmory will be an easy fight. If your attacks don't do a lot of damage, throw Gravelerocks at it. Eventually you should defeat your first boss and rescue Diglett with help of the Magnemites you saved earlier.

===Dungeon tips===
*If your [[health points|HP]] is low, hold A and B together. This will heal you by 1 HP. Hold down as long as it takes to completely heal, keeping in mind that every 1 HP healed is 1 turn taken.
*When fighting enemy Pokémon, instead of walking forward and letting them have the first attack, throw a {{DL|Toss items|Gravelerock}}, press A, or heal. That way, they will come forward and you will get the first attack.

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DP191

2013-09-26T00:30:05Z

Fojames: /* Plot */

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altepcode=EP657 |
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title_en=Memories are Made of Bliss!|
title_ja=想い出はパール！友情はダイヤモンド！！|
title_ja_trans=Memories are Pearls! Friendship is a Diamond!! |
broadcast_jp=September 9, 2010 |
broadcast_us=February 5, 2011 |
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en_op=[[We Will Carry On!]] |
ja_op=[[The Greatest - Everyday!|「サイコー・エブリディ！」（ＢＡＮＤ　ＶＥＲＳＩＯＮ）]] |
ja_ed=[[In Your Heart, LaLaLa|君の胸にＬａＬａＬａ]] |
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'''Memories are Made of Bliss!''' (Japanese: '''想い出はパール！友情はダイヤモンド！！''' ''Memories are Pearls! Friendship is a Diamond!!'') is the 191st and final episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 657th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on September 9, 2010 and in the United States on February 5, 2011.

{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

Ash, Brock, and Dawn are spending a final day together at Dawn’s house before the boys head home to the Kanto region. While the three friends are chatting about memories of their journey and plans for the future, Dawn discovers that her Buneary has gotten an offer to become a Pokémon model for Poké Chic magazine! This news upsets Piplup, who throws a tantrum and runs away.

Meanwhile, Team Rocket has been contacted by headquarters—they’re told to report back immediately for an assignment only they can handle! The idea of a special mission thrills Jessie, James, and Meowth to no end! But Team Rocket isn’t quite ready to report back just yet. When our heroes head out to find Piplup, Team Rocket snares all of their Pokémon, with plans to give them to their boss as a gift. Our heroes quickly catch up and send Team Rocket blasting off again. However, Jessie, James and Meowth are so thrilled with their upcoming assignment, they don’t care!

Back at Dawn’s house, talk turns to the future once more. Ash and Dawn reaffirm their desires to become Pokémon Master and Top Coordinator, and Brock tells them he plans to pursue a career as a Pokémon Doctor! And after bidding a fond farewell to Dawn and her mom, Ash and Brock board the boat to Kanto. Then the two of them say their own warm goodbyes, as Brock heads off to Pewter City, and Ash sets off toward his beloved Pallet Town!

==Plot==
Early in the morning, the sun shines down on [[Twinleaf Town]]. In Dawn's bedroom, the Starly clock starts to go off at 7 A.M. when {{an|Dawn}}, still half-asleep, shuts it off. {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}, lying at the end of the bed, decides to take matters into his own hands and wakes her up by using his {{m|Peck}} attack on her as she throws Piplup back on the sofa cushion. She quickly becomes delighted when she remembers that she has just woken up in her own room at home. Dawn then opens her window with a smile in the same way she had done it in the very [[DP001|first episode]]. Dawn comes downstairs greeting [[Johanna|her mother]], {{an|Brock}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} as asks where {{Ash}} is. They tell her that he's still asleep, and Dawn, Piplup and {{AP|Pikachu}} decide to wake him up. Pikachu uses {{m|Thunderbolt}} to wake Ash, and Dawn informs him that breakfast is ready. At this, Ash immediately leaps out of bed, grabbing Pikachu and sprinting towards the kitchen, but ends up falling down the stairs in his hurry.

At the table over breakfast, the gang begins to discuss what each of them will do next, which gets Piplup's attention. Ash admits he hasn't decided which league to challenge next, and that upon returning home he plans to spend some time with his Pokémon to thank them for their hard work during the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]]. He invites Dawn to travel with him and Brock back to [[Kanto]] later that day, but [[Johanna]] tells Dawn that [[Hermione]], one of the judges from the [[Hearthome Collection]], has contacted her wishing to meet with her regarding {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}. The trainers reminisce about the Hearthome Collection and Brock begins to fantasize about [[Paris]], but Croagunk naturally decides to snap him out of it with a trusty {{m|Poison Jab}}.

Meanwhile, [[Jessie]], [[James]] and {{MTR}} gloomily walk along {{rt|202|Sinnoh}}, reflecting upon their failure to make any kind of progress during their time in [[Sinnoh]]. Suddenly {{TR|Delibird}} is spotted flying towards them. This time Delibird has no packages or [[Poké Ball]]s for them, but instead has orders to contact [[Team Rocket]] Headquarters. After Delibird leaves, the trio contacts Headquarters and speaks to a secretary named [[Matori]], who informs them that the three have been specially selected by Giovanni for an important mission and must report to Headquarters immediately. Naturally, Jessie, James and Meowth are overjoyed in Giovanni's new-found faith in them and believe its thanks to their efforts in helping to collapse [[Team Galactic]] and their victories over [[J|Pokémon Hunter J]].

At Team Rocket Headquarters, {{an|Giovanni}} looks over the trio's personnel files as his secretary reports that they're perfect for the job, not mentioning what the job is.

Back in Twinleaf Town, Dawn announces that Buneary has been chosen to become a model for ''[[Pokémon Stylist|Poké Stylist]] Magazine'', to which Ash and Brock congratulate Buneary. As a result, Dawn is forced to turn down the offer to accompany Ash and Brock to Kanto, since she'll be staying in Sinnoh for the foreseeable future. Piplup becomes upset after learning the group is going to officially split up, and unleashes a {{m|Whirlpool}} attack at the trainers before running off. Dawn quickly recalls Buneary into her Poké Ball as she sends out {{TP|Dawn|Togekiss}} while Ash sends out {{AP|Staraptor}} to give chase, with Pikachu riding on Staraptor while the others follow on foot.

Eventually Pikachu, Staraptor and Togekiss catch up with Piplup, and Togekiss speeds ahead to cut Piplup off. Pikachu and Staraptor approach, but when they get in close Piplup tries to attack them with {{m|Hydro Pump}}. Pikachu jumps to the ground and follows Piplup on foot but Piplup tries to run away again and bumps into Togekiss. Seeing Togekiss' reassuring smile brings Piplup to tears. Pikachu tells Staraptor to go fetch Ash and approaches the distraught Piplup, who beings weakly hitting him and crying in despair. Pikachu understands Piplup's panicked feelings and also begins to cry. Togekiss hugs them both, trying to comfort them when they suddenly notice Meowth in the bushes besides them. Meowth is crying too, saying that he understands their pain, and this throws the Pokémon off guard. While they stare confusedly at him, Jessie and James catch the three of them in a net. Soon, the Team Rocket balloon starts to carry them away as Jessie and James make plans to hand the three over as a thank-you present to Giovanni. Luckily, Ash, Dawn, and Brock find them. Ash he orders {{AP|Staraptor}} to use {{m|Brave Bird}} to destroy the balloon and calls out {{AP|Torterra}} to use {{m|Leaf Storm}} and free the Pokémon from the net. For their last time in Sinnoh, Ash, Dawn and Brock engage together into a battle against the Team Rocket trio. Togekiss goes up against {{TP|James|Carnivine}} and defeats it with a well-aimed {{m|Air Slash}}, {{TP|Jessie|Yanmega}} is defeated thanks to Staraptor's {{m|Aerial Ace}} and {{TP|Jessie|Seviper}} doesn't last long against Torterra's {{m|Energy Ball}}. Even Meowth tries to attack with his {{m|Fury Swipes}} but Brock calls on {{TP|Brock|Sudowoodo}} who sends Meowth flying back with a powerful {{m|Hammer Arm}}. The battle ends with a powerful combination of Piplup's {{m|Hydro Pump}} and Pikachu's {{m|Volt Tackle}} blasting off Team Rocket. As Team Rocket blasts off, they comment that they are still happy because of their new special assignment.

Pikachu and Piplup celebrate the defeat of Team Rocket with a high-five and a laugh as Dawn approaches to talk to Piplup about his emotional outburst. Dawn tells Piplup that she too is upset that everyone is leaving, but assures him that just because they're separating doesn't mean they won't see each other again. Piplup begins to get upset again, but Dawn hugs Piplup and holds him close, telling him that there's no need to worry and reminds him that he is a big boy. Piplup's pride comes to the fore, and he manages to get himself to stop crying and puts on a brave face as his friends all watch on.

Back at Dawn's house, everyone is watching a championship match on TV between {{pkmn|Champion}} [[Cynthia]] and {{EF|Flint}} of the {{si|Elite Four}}. Ash watches the match intently, as [[Cynthia's Garchomp]] and [[Flint's Infernape]] battle to their fullest. Ash imagines himself commanding Infernape, thinking of how it would be to challenge the Champion himself. Although the match is hard-fought, Flint's Infernape is unable to stand up to Garchomp's {{m|Dragon Rush}} and is defeated, allowing Cynthia to keep her title. After watching the match, Ash feels energized and tells everyone that although he may have lost the Sinnoh League, he's still going to train to one day make it to the Champions League, face Cynthia, and earn the title of [[Pokémon Master|Champion Master]]. Brock then stands to make his own announcement. After all the time he spent traveling with Ash and Dawn, he had been thinking about his own goals and dreams, and after the [[DP190|recent incident]] on the ferry, he has decided to follow [[Nurse Joy]]'s advice and train to become a Pokémon Doctor. He informs Ash that he won't be able to travel though, since he will have to remain in [[Pewter City]] to study. Dawn reaffirms that she plans to follow her path to becoming a [[Top Coordinator]] and comments that all three of them have amazing goals in front of them, so there's "no need to worry". Ash, as usual, points out that when Dawn says "no need to worry", it's usually the time to worry the most, but Dawn replies that she is certain all of them will fulfill their dreams. Suddenly, Johanna points out that it is already 3 P.M. and tells everyone that it's time to go if Ash and Brock are going to catch the ferry back to Kanto.

At the ferry port, Ash and Brock rush out of a souvenir store with many bags in their arms, and Brock reminds them that he has a large family to shop for. As Ash and Brock prepare to board the ferry, Dawn thanks her friends for helping her through her journey. Ash and Brock reply that they are the ones who are thankful for her. Ash and Dawn then exchange their final high five while Pikachu and Piplup also high five, hug, and say their goodbyes at last. Ash and Brock board the ship and it sets off towards sea. As Dawn looks upon her friends, she hangs her head in sadness, the reality that they are leaving hitting her. As the ferry moves away, Ash yells from the deck, "Dawn! No need to worry!". Dawn runs down the dock waving to her friends and thanking them again for everything they did for her, as Piplup also shouts out goodbyes. As the sun sets, Piplup jumps into Dawn's arms and she happily hugs her partner knowing that while their adventures with Ash and Brock are over, they still have many more adventures of their own to come.

The next morning, Ash and Brock go up on deck and are awestruck by the sight of Kanto in front of them. Soon, the two are at a familiar crossroads, and it is time for them to go their separate ways. Ash wishes Brock luck on his path become a Pokémon Doctor, while Brock wishes Ash luck on his dream of becoming a Pokémon Master. The two shake hands, smile, and then clasp arms, knowing the journeys they've taken together have created a strong bond between them. Finally, they separate and depart down their respective roads.

Soon, Ash and Pikachu are standing on a hill overlooking [[Pallet Town]]. Ash happily tells Pikachu they're home, and the two run the rest of the way home, bringing their adventures through Sinnoh to an end.

'''Next Time - A New Beginning!'''

==Major events==
* {{an|Dawn}} decides to remain in [[Sinnoh]], Brock decides to train to become a Pokémon Doctor, while {{Ash}} renews his vow to become a [[Pokémon Master]].
* [[Jessie]], [[James]] and Meowth get promoted.
* {{EF|Flint}} battles [[Cynthia]] and loses.
* Ash and Brock return to [[Kanto]] and go their separate ways.
* Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}} reach [[Pallet Town]].

{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Humans====
* [[Matori]]

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Johanna]]
* [[Paris]] (fantasy; images)
* [[Hermione]] (image)
* [[Cyrus]] (fantasy)
* [[Saturn]] (fantasy)
* [[Mars]] (fantasy)
* [[Jupiter]] (fantasy)
* [[Charon]] (fantasy)
* [[J]] (fantasy)
* {{an|Giovanni}}
* [[Matori]]
* [[Cynthia]] (TV)
* {{EF|Flint}} (TV)
* Passengers

====Closing credits====
* [[Nurse Joy]]
* {{an|Barry}}
* [[Zoey]]
* {{si|Kenny}}
* {{si|Spring and Summer|Spring}}
* {{si|Spring and Summer|Summer}}
* {{si|Autumn}}

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Torterra}} ({{OP|Ash|Torterra}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Buneary}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buneary}})
* {{p|Togekiss}} ({{OP|Dawn|Togekiss}})
* {{p|Sudowoodo}} ({{OP|Brock|Sudowoodo}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Seviper}} ({{OP|Jessie|Seviper}})
* {{p|Yanmega}} ({{OP|Jessie|Yanmega}})
* {{p|Carnivine}} ({{OP|James|Carnivine}})
* {{p|Delibird}} ({{OBP|Delibird|Team Rocket|Team Rocket}})
* {{p|Lopunny}} ([[Paris]]'s; images)
* {{p|Salamence}} ({{OP|J|Salamence}}; fantasy)
* {{p|Persian}} ({{OP|Giovanni|Persian}})
* {{p|Garchomp}} ({{OP|Cynthia|Garchomp}}; TV)
* {{p|Infernape}} ({{OP|Flint|Infernape}}; TV)
* {{p|Hoothoot}}
* {{p|Wingull}} (multiple)

====Closing credits====
* {{p|Aipom}} ([[Dawn's Ambipom|Ash's]])
* {{p|Chimchar}} ({{OP|Ash|Infernape}})
* {{p|Staravia}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Turtwig}} ({{OP|Ash|Torterra}})
* {{p|Infernape}} ({{OP|Ash|Infernape}})
* {{p|Pachirisu}} ({{OP|Dawn|Pachirisu}})
* {{p|Happiny}} ({{OP|Brock|Chansey}})
* {{p|Prinplup}} ({{OP|Kenny|Empoleon}})
* {{p|Empoleon}} ({{OP|Barry|Empoleon}})

==Trivia==

* Similar to the final episodes of the previous two series, the usual ''To be continued'' is replaced with ''Next Time... A New Beginning!''. However, unlike the previous two series which ended with Ash leaving Kanto, this series ends with Ash returning to [[Pallet Town]].
* The Japanese title references the name of the series, as well as [[Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|the games]] on which the series is based.
* In the original Japanese dub, the credits play before the series ends with a scene between Ash and Brock and a scene of Ash and Pikachu alone. It features scenes of various events throughout the series.
* This is the only final episode of a region not to feature a Pokémon from the next generation; in this case, no [[Generation V]] Pokémon appeared.
** No Generation V Pokémon have appeared at all in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, excluding {{p|Zorua}} and {{p|Zoroark}} as they appeared in ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]''.
* This episode features ''[[Oración]]'' from ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]'', ''[[Together|Together2007]]'', music from ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'', ''Tears, After the Cloudy Weather'', an instrumental version of ''[[In Your Heart, LaLaLa]]'', and an instrumental version of ''[[Friends' Anniversary]]'' from ''[[PK07|Pikachu and Pichu]]''.
**Furthermore, this is the only time that a generation's respective music debuts '''before''' its anime premiere, in this case that from Generation V, during Team Rocket's conversation with the secretary.
* An instrumental of the ending song ''[[In Your Heart, LaLaLa]]'' was used as the music for the sponsors at the end of the episode instead of an instrumental of ''[[High Touch!]]'', which had been used even when the opening was changed to ''[[The Greatest - Everyday!]]'' in January 2010.
* The dub title of this episode is a pun on the song, ''{{wp|Memories Are Made of This}}''.
* The dubbed version aired two days after the ''Diamond & Pearl'' specials featuring [[SS024|Dawn]] and [[SS025|Brock]] aired in Japan.
** It also aired on the same day as the English dub of ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]''.
* Giovanni's secretary, [[Matori]] is shown having the new Team Rocket uniform style.
* Team Rocket doesn't recite the {{motto}} in this episode.

===Errors===
* When [[Jessie]], [[James]], and {{MTR}} are hugging each other and crying tears of joy, Jessie is missing the glove on her right hand.
* [[J's Salamence]]'s chin is miscolored green in Team Rocket's fantasy.
* When Ash and Dawn called their Pokémon out, their hair was wet. After Pikachu jumped in, their hair was dry.
* While Ash and Brock say their goodbyes, the right side of Ash's hair is pulled back as he is speaking to Brock.
* After Ash and Dawn call out their Pokémon in search of Piplup, Buneary's eyebrows were white instead of yellow.
* When Ash, Brock, and Dawn are at the ferry saying their goodbyes, the same two people run past them multiple times.
<gallery>
Image:DP191 Error.png|Jessie's missing glove (near James's hair)
Image:DP191 Error 2.png|Buneary's miscolored eyebrow
Image:DP191 Error 3.png|Salamence's miscolored jaw
Image:DP191 Error 4.png|Ash's pulled hair
</gallery>

===Dub edits===
* An extended version of ''[[We Will Carry On!]]'' was used during {{EF|Flint}} and [[Cynthia]]'s match in place of ''[[Together|Together2007]]''.

==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn={{tt|回憶是珍珠！友情是鑽石！！|Memories are Pearls! Friendship is Diamond!!}}
|cs={{tt|Krásné vzpomínky|Beautiful memories}}
|fi={{tt|Suloiset muistot kestävät!|Sweet memories will last!}}
|id={{tt|Kenangannya Pearl! Persahabatannya Diamond!!|Pearl's Memories! Diamond's Friendships!!}}
|it={{tt|Dolci ricordi!|Sweet memories!}}
|de={{tt|Der Abschied|The farewell}}
|nl={{tt|Goede Herinneringen voor Altijd!|Good Memories Forever!}}
|no={{tt|Lykkelige minner!|Happy memories!}}
|pt_br={{tt|Lembranças São Feitas de Alegrias|Memories are made of Happiness}}
|pt_eu={{tt|Diamantes e Pérolas Têm Fim, As Memórias Não!|Diamonds and Pearls come to an end, memories not!}}
|pl={{tt|Wspomnienia utkane są ze szczęścia!|Memories are woven from bliss!}}
|es_la={{tt|¡Los recuerdos se hacen de felicidad!}}
|es_eu={{tt|¡Los recuerdos están hechos de felicidad!|Memories are Made of Bliss!}}
|sv={{tt|Minnen skapas av lycksalighet!|Memories are created by bliss!}}
}}
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'''Top-Down Training!''' (Japanese: '''チャンピオン・シロナ登場！''' ''Enter Champion {{tt|Shirona|Cynthia}}!'') is the 40th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 506th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on July 19, 2007 and in the United States on December 8, 2007.

{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
The episode starts off with a stadium filled with people. [[Lucian]] and [[Cynthia]] are battling with their Pokémon, {{p|Bronzong}} and {{TP|Cynthia|Garchomp}}. Bronzong used its {{m|Flash Cannon}} on Garchomp which Garchomp was easily able to escape, coming out unscathed by blocking the attack with its fin.

{{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} were sitting in a [[Pokémon Center]], watching the {{pkmn|battle}} on television. Garchomp was able to use {{m|Giga Impact}}, knocking out Lucian's Bronzong. Ash was pumped as he watched the battle. He and the gang overheard someone say that Cynthia had shown up at a place called Amity Square.

The episode then switches to Cynthia and {{TRT}}. Cynthia seemed indecisive about what kind of ice cream she wanted. She is later seen with a stone containing images of {{p|Palkia}} and {{p|Dialga}}. This is when Ash and friends show up, adding more to the people surrounding Cynthia. All of sudden, [[Paul]] shows up.

Ash is seemingly excited about seeing Paul, saying that he's finally got two Badges. After asking how many Paul has received, Paul replies with 'it's none of your business'. He then challenges Cynthia to a battle. Many people in the crowd are shocked when Cynthia agrees. Paul says that he wants a six-on-six match. Meanwhile, Team Rocket is watching the battle.

Cynthia calls out her Garchomp, while Paul chooses {{AP|Chimchar|Infernape}}. Paul commands Chimchar to use {{m|Fire Spin}} and then {{m|Dig}}. Once hit with Fire Spin, Garchomp also used Dig under Cynthia's command. The dig collided with Chimchar, knocking it out.

Paul then uses {{p|Weavile}} against Garchomp. He commands for his Weavile to use {{m|Blizzard}}, which seems to have no effect on Garchomp, despite being super-effective. Garchomp then uses {{m|Dragon Rush}}, which causes Weavile to freeze. Instead of trying to dodge, Paul tells Weavile to use {{m|Ice Beam}}. However, Garchomp was able to dodge the attack and slammed itself into Weavile, knocking it out cold.

Paul then sends out {{TP|Paul|Murkrow|Honchkrow}}. Immediately, he tells Murkrow to use {{m|Haze}}, which Garchomp dodges. Murkrow flies behind Garchomp and Paul tells it to use {{m|Sky Attack}}. Cynthia counters with Giga Impact. After returning his fallen Murkrow, he sends out {{TP|Paul|Torterra}}.

He commands Torterra to use {{m|Giga Drain}}. Since Giga Impact left Garchomp unable to move, Giga Drain was able to hit. After Giga Drain, Torterra uses {{m|Frenzy Plant}}. Garchomp is able to block the attack with its fins. Cynthia then tells Garchomp to use {{m|Brick Break}}. Garchomp pushes the vines from Frenzy Plant away and jumps into the air, hitting Torterra with Brick Break on its head and knocking it out.

Paul then gives up the battle, to which the crowd responds by poking fun at him. Ash, with new found respect, tells them to knock it off and compliments Paul. Paul says goodbye to Cynthia and walks away. Ash realizes that isn't where the Pokémon Center is, and Cynthia demands that Paul go to the Center to heal his Pokémon.

Unfortunately, when the got there, [[Nurse Joy]] claims that she needs to perform surgery on an injured Pokémon. Cynthia decides to heal Paul's Pokémon by herself, to which Brock says that he'd love to help out. {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}} comes out of its [[Poké Ball]] to use {{m|Poison Jab}}, but stops once it sees Cynthia.

The episode switches to Cynthia treating Paul's Torterra. She moves over to Chimchar, giving it a pill. Chimchar falls asleep and the episode goes to Team Rocket, who are hiding outside the window. Team Rocket claims that they are going to steal Paul's Pokémon.

Cynthia then tells Paul that his Pokémon are all healed and well trained, especially his Torterra. This is where Paul reveals that Torterra was his very first Pokémon. He also says that he traveled around [[Kanto]], [[Johto]], and [[Hoenn]], where he caught his Murkrow and Weavile, failing to win any of the leagues, before coming back to Sinnoh, where he caught his Chimchar.

When Cynthia compliments Chimchar, Paul complains that Chimchar didn't do well against Garchomp. Ash then argues that he didn't care how many Pokémon got hurt, to which Paul responds with "your point?". Ash asks why Paul doesn't care about his Pokémon. Paul claims that his Pokémon will then become spoiled and not try hard enough in battle, and Chimchar was the perfect example.

Ash becomes angrier, saying that he has to support his Pokémon. Upon Paul saying that he wants to become stronger, Cynthia took them back to the stone tablet she was at earlier in Amity Square. She reads the tablet to them. She claims that before reading this tablet, she used to train endlessly. Then she discovered that all Pokémon have different personalities and she wanted to get to know all of them.

Meanwhile, back at the Pokémon Center, Team Rocket hover over the still sleeping Chimchar. Before trying to steal all of Paul's Pokémon, Nurse Joy catches them. Team Rocket makes a run for it, just grabbing Chimchar. Outside the center, the gang is headed back and sees Team Rocket with Chimchar. They chase after Team Rocket, who try to make a get away in their balloon. Chimchar then wakes up, using {{m|Ember}} on Team Rocket. Before Ash could react and call out {{AP|Staravia|Staraptor}}, Paul sends out his {{TP|Paul|Ursaring}} and tells it to use {{m|Hyper Beam}}. Chimchar jumped away from Team Rocket right before the attack collided with them, sending them blasting off.

Chimchar fell to the ground, getting injured once more. However, Paul didn't care, calling Chimchar useless for being captured by Team Rocket. {{an|Dawn}} said that it wasn't Chimchar's fault, since Chimchar was sleeping. Cynthia was able to stop the yelling when she said the only thing that matters was that Chimchar is okay. She advised Paul to stay the night at the Center.

The episode switches to the Center. Ash and the others are watching Sinnoh Now. A newscast about ancient ruins in [[Celestic Town]] held the {{DL|Type-enhancing item|Lustrous Orb}}, which is related to the legendary Pokémon Palkia. The Lustrous Orb is related to the {{DL|Type-enhancing item|Adamant Orb}}, on display in [[Eterna City]]. The Lustrous Orb is said to increase the powers of Palkia.

Cynthia then decides it was time to head to Celestic Town, saying goodbye to our heroes.

==Major events==
* {{Ash}}, {{an|Brock}}, {{an|Dawn}} and [[Paul]] meet [[Cynthia]], the [[Sinnoh League]] {{pkmn|Champion}}.
* It is revealed that Paul's [[starter Pokémon]] is a {{TP|Paul|Torterra}}.
* Paul is revealed to have a {{p|Weavile}}, and a {{TP|Paul|Murkrow|Honchkrow}}.
* [[Paul]] battles [[Cynthia]] and loses.
* [[Ash's Infernape|Paul's Chimchar]] is revealed to have learned {{m|Fire Spin}}.
* Paul is revealed to have traveled through [[Hoenn]], [[Johto]], and [[Kanto]] and participated in their respective leagues.
* The {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Lustrous Orb}} is discovered near [[Celestic Town]].
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Humans====
* [[Cynthia]]

====Pokémon debuts====
* {{p|Garchomp}} ({{OP|Cynthia|Garchomp}})
* {{p|Murkrow}} ({{OP|Paul|Honchkrow}})

=====TV episode debuts=====
* {{p|Torterra}} ({{OP|Paul|Torterra}})

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Cynthia]]
* [[Paul]]
* [[Nurse Joy]]
* [[Lucian]] (on [[Television|TV]])
* {{si|Rhonda}}
* Announcer
* [[Sinnoh Now]] staff
* Boys
* Pokémon Trainers

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Garchomp}} ({{OP|Cynthia|Garchomp}}; debut)
* {{p|Ursaring}} ({{OP|Paul|Ursaring}})
* {{P|Torterra}} ({{OP|Paul|Torterra}}; debut)
* {{p|Weavile}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Chimchar}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Murkrow}} ({{OP|Paul|Honchkrow}})
* {{p|Bronzong}} ([[Lucian]]'s; on TV)
* {{p|Chansey}} ({{OP|Nurse Joy|Chansey}})
* {{p|Furret}}
* {{p|Unown}} (inscription)
* {{p|Dialga}} (tablet)
* {{p|Palkia}} (tablet)

==Trivia==
[[File:Unown DP040.png|right|thumb|Cynthia next to a tablet that has {{p|Unown}} on it]]
* No [[Professor Oak]]'s Pokémon [[Professor Oak's lecture|lecture]] was aired; instead, a promotion for ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]'' aired.
* The tablet that Cynthia was reading before battling Paul had {{p|Unown}} on it. The inscription is the Japanese version of the inscription in [[Solaceon Ruins]]. The inscription is in {{wp|Rōmaji}}, and is as follows (note that some parts of the inscription do not match the standard {{wp|Hepburn romanization}} system):
<blockquote>FRIEND SUBETE NO INOCHI HA BETSU NO INOCHI TO DEAI NANIKA WO UMIDASU</blockquote>
:The translation which is recited by Cynthia in the dub is ''When every life meets another life, something will be born''; this is correct, although she omits the ''"Friend"'' at the beginning of the inscription.
* Music from ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' was used as background music.
* Music From ''[[M01|Mewtwo Strikes Back]]'' is played when Brock's Croagunk shows affection for Cynthia.
* {{an|Dawn}} narrates the next episode preview.
* This is one of the few episodes of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}} where [[Dawn's Piplup]] does not appear.
* This is the first episode since its debut [[DP006|34 episodes ago]] when [[Paul's Ursaring]] makes an appearance.

===Errors===
[[File:DP040 Color Error.png|thumb|190px|right|The error]]
* Right before {{TP|Paul|Torterra}} is hit by {{TP|Cynthia|Garchomp}}'s {{m|Brick Break}} and by the end of the episode, the top half of {{p|Torterra}}'s face was brown, instead of the normal green.

===Dub edits===
* The dub places the setting of the episode as [[Amity Square]], while the Japanese version just places it in a nature park that is unique to the anime.

==In other languages==
{{Epilang|color=FFCCCC|bordercolor=9999FF
|zh_cmn={{tt|冠軍‧竹蘭登場！|Enter Champion Cynthia!}}
|cs={{tt|Vrcholový trénink|First-rate Training}}
|de={{tt|Der große Traum der Meisterin!|The big dream of the master!}}
|nl={{tt|Supertraining!|Super Training!}}
|fi={{tt|Unohtumaton opetus|The unforgottable lesson}}
|fr_eu={{tt|Une belle leçon de dressage|A good lesson of training}}
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BW082

2012-10-12T08:07:29Z

Fojames: /* Synopsis */

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title_ja=映画対決！出撃イッシュ防衛隊！！|
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* {{BMGf|132206|Preview thread on BMGf}} ''Closed''
* {{BMGf|133899|Original review thread on BMGf}}
* {{BMGf|140465|Dub review thread on BMGf}}
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'''An Epic Defense Force!''' (Japanese: '''映画対決！出撃イッシュ防衛隊！！''' ''Movie Showdown! Sortie, {{tt|Isshu|Unova}} Defense Group!!'') is the 82nd episode of the {{series|Best Wishes}}, and the 739th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on June 7, 2012 and in the United States on October 6, 2012.

{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
{{incomplete synopsis}}
{{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} arrive in a port town. For some reason, {{an|Cilan}}, who's also a Movie {{pkmn|Connoisseur}}, is in high spirits. Apparently this town, which used to host a movie studio, has recently seen the completion of the movie amusement park 'Pokéstar Studios', attracting the attention of movie fans. Ash and his friends then happen to meet [[Luke]] and the 'Tricky Fox Pokémon' {{TP|Luke|Zorua}} again.

Being an aspiring movie director, Luke has come to the town to participate in the movie competition that's being held to commemorate the opening of Pokéwood. The competitors are to produce a movie using the same equipment and the same sets, competing in terms of execution. At Luke's suggestion, Ash and his friends work with him on the production. The group then stumbles upon Luke's The movie is about the [[Unova]] Defense Force, consisting of Ash, {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Pignite}}. A giant Mecha {{p|Tyranitar}} suddenly attacks Pokémon Island! Then suddenly, the Titan {{p|Golurk}} rises!


==Major events==

* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} arrive in [[Virbank City]] and meet up with [[Luke]] again.
* {{TRT}} prepare to begin their latest operation.
* A wild {{an|Meloetta}} starts to follow Ash.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===

====Pokémon debuts====
* {{p|Meloetta}} ({{an|Meloetta|anime}})

=====TV episode debuts=====
* {{p|Krookodile}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Iris}}
* {{an|Cilan}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Luke]]
* [[Jules]]
* [[Mr. Gold]]

===Pokémon===
[[File:Dare da BW082.png|thumb|200px|right|{{tt|Dare da?|Who's That Pokémon?}}]]

[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Krookodile}} ''(US and international)'' {{p|Tyranitar}} ''(Japan)''

* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Axew}} ({{OP|Iris|Axew}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Oshawott}} ({{OP|Ash|Oshawott}})
* {{p|Pignite}} ({{OP|Ash|Pignite}})
* {{p|Snivy}} ({{OP|Ash|Snivy}})
* {{p|Scraggy}} ({{OP|Ash|Scraggy}})
* {{p|Boldore}} ({{OP|Ash|Boldore}})
* {{p|Excadrill}} ({{OP|Iris|Excadrill}})
* {{p|Emolga}} ({{OP|Iris|Emolga}})
* {{p|Pansage}} ({{OP|Cilan|Pansage}})
* {{p|Crustle}} ({{OP|Cilan|Crustle}})
* {{p|Stunfisk}} ({{OP|Cilan|Stunfisk}})
* {{p|Zorua}} ({{OP|Luke|Zorua}})
* {{p|Golett}} ([[Luke]]'s)
* {{p|Leavanny}} ([[Luke]]'s)
* {{p|Krookodile}} ([[Jules]]'s)
* {{p|Meloetta}} ({{an|Meloetta|anime}})
* {{p|Golurk}} (illusion)
* {{p|Tyranitar}} (mecha)

==Trivia==
[[File:MGM parody.png|thumb|right|The logo, mimicking MGM's logo]]
* [[Professor Oak's Live Caster]]: ''[[PK24|Meloetta's Dazzling Recital]]'', ''[[M15|Kyurem VS the Sacred Swordsman: Keldeo]]'', [[BW083]] and [[BW084]].
* This is the first time during the {{series|Best Wishes}} when the Pokémon featured in [[Who's That Pokémon?]] is not from [[Generation V]].
* This episode marks the first time when an event-exclusive Pokémon makes its anime debut outside the {{pkmn|movies}}.
* This episode contains a parody of the {{wp|Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer|MGM}} Logo, with {{p|Zorua}} in place of the lion.
* The movie seen in this episode is a parody of {{wp|kaiju}} movies, which is popular in Japan. There are a number of Godzilla references in this episode as well, which are listed below.
** Iris plays the twin priestesses of Pokémon Island, a part very similar to the miniature priestesses of Infant Island in the {{wp|Mothra}} movies, the Shobijin.
** Cilan playing an evil alien controlling the Mecha Tyranitar is similar to a number of Godzilla movies where various daikaijuu were under control by aliens bent on destroying Earth, including {{wp|Destroy All Monsters}}.
** The Mecha Tyranitar itself is a very obvious reference to Godzilla's long-time mechanical foe, {{wp|Mechagodzilla}}.
* An instrumental of ''{{so|Rival Destinies}}'' is used as background music.


===Errors===
* When the mecha {{p|Tyranitar}} is attacking [[Luke's Zorua]] and {{an|Iris}}, their face colors don't match.
* Throughout the episode, both [[Luke's Zorua]] (as {{an|Iris}}) and Iris have faces that are different sizes. In some scenes they are the same size, and others they are different sizes.
* The artwork for the {{p|Pansear}} at the props museum is missing its nose.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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EP270

2012-04-28T07:47:39Z

Fojames: /* Synopsis */

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title_en=Can't Beat the Heat! |
title_ja=ライバルたいけつ！カメックスＶＳリザードン！！ |
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'''Can't Beat the Heat!''' (Japanese: '''ライバルたいけつ！カメックスＶＳリザードン！！''' ''Rival Confrontation! {{tt|Kamex|Blastoise}} VS {{tt|Lizardon|Charizard}}!!'') is the 270th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It was first broadcast in Japan on October 17, 2002 and in the United States on September 27, 2003.

{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
When last seen, {{Ash}} and {{Gary}} were in their six-on-six match on a rock field. The match is even, with Gary down {{p|Magmar}} and Ash down {{AP|Tauros}} (Gary also has his {{p|Nidoqueen}} in reserve). Gary's starter, {{TP|Gary|Blastoise}} had launched a {{m|Hydro Pump}} to counter {{AP|Heracross}}' own {{m|Fury Swipes}}. However, despite a last-minute evasion tactic behind a rock, Hydro Pump manages to blast through the rock and Heracross is knocked out.

Ash sends out {{AP|Muk}} to battle. Blastoise uses {{m|Skull Bash}}, but Muk isn't fazed by the attack. Muk uses a {{m|Sludge Bomb}}, but Blastoise uses {{m|Rapid Spin}} to deflect the shot. Continuing to spin, it tries to hit Muk, but Muk easily catches and smothers its opponent. Blastoise escapes the pin with a Hydro Pump, and Ash pulls Muk for {{AP|Bayleef}}, hoping that a {{type2|Grass}} will provide a good advantage over Blastoise. Bayleef evades the first Hydro Pump with {{m|Vine Whip}} jump, but her airborne {{m|Razor Leaf}} is deflected by Rapid Spin. Making matters worse, Bayleef's attempt to use {{m|Body Slam}} is met with a {{m|Bite}} attack from Blastoise. She gets tossed by her leaf, and is knocked out.

Since Ash has now lost three Pokémon, the referee calls for a 5-minute intermission. During the break, {{AP|Pikachu}} wants in on the match against Blastoise, and is visibly upset when Ash explains that he can only use his six entrants that were arranged before the match. In the stands, {{Delia}} and {{an|Professor Oak}} reminisce about the match bringing back memories from the boys' childhood growing up together.

When the break ends, Ash sends out {{AP|Snorlax}}, while Gary resumes with {{TP|Gary|Arcanine}}; Brock believing that he will save Blastoise for last. Arcanine uses {{m|Take Down}} to charge straight at Snorlax, who responds with {{m|Body Slam}}. Arcanine evades the attack, and traps Snorlax with {{m|Fire Spin}}, but is blasted by a {{m|Hyper Beam}} from Snorlax. It is a direct hit, and although it tries to get up, the attack proves to be too much and Arcanine is knocked out.

Nidoqueen is sent back out. Ash warns Snorlax to be careful since Nidoqueen also knows Hyper Beam. Using its tail to jump (a tactic copied from Bayleef), Nidoqueen manages to land down on Snorlax and damage it with {{m|Double Kick}}, but her Hyper Beam is countered by an {{m|Ice Punch}}, and she is taken out of the fight. Gary's {{p|Scizor}} is sent out against Snorlax, and after a series of {{m|Quick Attack}}s, Scizor defeats Snorlax with a {{m|Metal Claw}} to the face of a missed Hyper Beam. With Scizor playing a speed game, Brock notes that Ash had put his entries with power battling in mind, and his two remaining Pokémon will have trouble against Scizor. Sending Muk back out, Muk easily absorbs a Quick Attack, allowing to attack with Sludge Bomb which Scizor evades (even though Steel's Poison immunity wouldn't have worked if it did make contact). Scizor uses Metal Claw again, which, though Muk absorbs it, it allows Scizor to lift and throw Muk into the air. One {{m|Swift}} later, and Muk is knocked out.

Now down to one Pokémon against three (Scizor, Blastoise, and an unrevealed Pokémon), Ash sends out {{AP|Charizard}}. Scizor rushes Charizard with {{m|Steel Wing}}, but switches to evasion when Charizard is ordered to use {{m|Flamethrower}}. However, Charizard meets Scizor airborne, and Scizor is knocked out by a super-effective Flamethrower to the face. Gary, undaunted, sends out {{p|Golem}}. Brock and Misty note that Charizard will have a hard time against Golem (due to the double weakness to {{t|Rock}}-types). Golem leads off with {{m|Magnitude}}, which manages to stun Charizard. Charizard attempts to {{m|Seismic Toss}} Golem, but it is too heavy (Professor Oak pointing out that Golem is second only to Snorlax in terms of mass). Golem lands back on its feet only for its {{m|Rollout}} attack to be countered by a {{m|Dragon Rage}} from Charizard. Golem is knocked out of the match.

Now Ash has pulled even with Gary - the match is down to Blastoise and Charizard, winner take all.

Charizard's opening Flamethrower is deflected by Rapid Spin, but isn't as lucky itself as it takes a Hydro Pump to the face. Taking to the skies, its airborne attack is repelled by a Skull Bash. As [[Macy]], [[Vincent|Jackson]], and {{jo|Harrison}} look on from the stands for Ash's next move, Ash decides to have Charizard make another aerial approach, evading Hydro Pumps along the way. However, Charizard cannot seem to find a desperately needed opening. Brock notes that Charizard will need a close-range attack to have a good shot of knocking out Blastoise against the type advantage.

Although he knows that Ash's specialty is thinking outside-the-box, Gary is still nevertheless puzzled by Ash's tactic of having Charizard using Flamethrower to heat up the field. Blastoise is immobilized by the red-hot field, something that not even a type advantage could cover. Resorting to cool the field using Hydro Pump, Blastoise only succeeds in covering the field in steam. When the steam clears, Blastoise and Charizard have locked up in close-range combat - too close for Blastoise to aim its Hydro Cannon. Though Blastoise manages to duck out of a Dragon Rage, it allows Charizard to attempt a Seismic Toss. Blastoise tries to escape by biting Charizard's arm, but to no avail. The attack continues and once Charizard and Blastoise land on the ground, everyone begins to wonder who won. When the smoke clears, Blastoise gets up Both Pokemon have a staring match, and finally, Blastoise can't take in and faints. Ash, realizing that he just beat Gary, stands in awe, then jumps for joy and thanks Charizard for a spectacular battle.

Meanwhile, {{TRT}} has ended yet another day with a big profit. However, Jessie is preventing [[Delibird (Team Rocket)|Delibird]] from making off with its hard-earned gains. However, Meowth also notes that with the profits they have nearly wiped out all their outstanding Team Rocket debts. Jessie is first to plan on franchising their souvenir stand, which James and Meowth support.

Later that night, Ash meets Gary privately by the lake. Gary gives Ash his half of the Poké Ball. Reflecting on the battle, Gary isn't ashamed that he had lost the battle - when he admittedly tied in the fishing contest, he had felt like a failure (hence taking it as a "loss"). But Ash won fair and square today. The two shake hands, and Gary promises to cheer for Ash is his next match.

Next morning, Ash begins his second 6-on-6 battle on a grass field against his new friend Harrison, with Ash having first move. Leading off with Pikachu, Harrison responds with {{p|Kecleon}} - a Pokémon he is unfamiliar with. How will Ash fare against his new opponent?

==Major events==
* [[Ash's Muk]] is revealed to know {{m|Sludge Bomb}}.
* {{Gary}} is revealed to have obtained a {{p|Golem}} and a {{p|Scizor}}.
* {{Ash}} defeats Gary.
* {{Ash}} and {{Gary}} end their rivalry and become friends.
* {{Ash}} begins his match against {{jo|Harrison}}.
* {{jo|Harrison}} is revealed to own a {{p|Kecleon}}.
{{animeevents}}
===Debuts===

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Misty}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{Gary}}
* {{an|Professor Oak}}
* {{Delia}}
* [[Gary's cheerleaders]]
* {{jo|Harrison}}

===Pokémon===
[[File:WTP EP270.png|thumb|200px|Who's That Pokémon?]]
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Bayleef}} ''(U.S. and international)'', {{p|Blastoise}} ''(Japan)''
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Togepi}} ({{OP|Misty|Togepi}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Charizard}} ({{OP|Ash|Charizard}})
* {{p|Muk}} ({{OP|Ash|Muk}})
* {{p|Snorlax}} ({{OP|Ash|Snorlax}})
* {{p|Heracross}} ({{OP|Ash|Heracross}})
* {{p|Bayleef}} ({{OP|Ash|Bayleef}})
* {{p|Psyduck}} ({{OP|Misty|Psyduck}})
* {{p|Politoed}} ({{OP|Misty|Politoed}})
* {{p|Delibird}} ([[Delibird (Team Rocket)|Team Rocket]])
* {{p|Blastoise}} ({{OP|Gary|Blastoise}})
* {{p|Arcanine}} ({{OP|Gary|Arcanine}})
* {{p|Nidoqueen}} ({{Gary}}'s)
* {{p|Scizor}} ({{Gary}}'s)
* {{p|Golem}} ({{Gary}}'s)
* {{p|Kecleon}} ({{jo|Harrison}}'s)

==Trivia==
* An instrumental version of [[OK!]] is used in the background during the final battle, even in the dub.
* When Charizard uses Seismic Toss on Blastoise, the globe appears as usual, but, whereas normally specific shapes on the globe can not be made out, {{wp|Asia}} and {{wp|Australia}} are [[Pokémon world in relation to the real world|prominently seen]].
* This episode marks the final appearance of [[Misty's Psyduck]] in the main series (although it would continue to appear in [[Pokémon Chronicles]]).
* This episode is featured on the ''Volume 5: Blastoise'' copy of [[Pokémon All-Stars]].
* Gary has his Scizor dodge Muk's {{m|Sludge Bomb}}, even though a {{type2|Poison}} move would have no effect on Scizor, a {{type2|Steel}} Pokémon.
* This is the only time that the move {{m|Magnitude}} was used in the anime.
* This is one of the few episodes (prior to [[Best Wishes]]) where Team Rocket does not blast off or recite their motto in any form.

===Errors===
[[File: Blastoise color error.png|thumb|210px|Blastoise's miscolored lower jaw]]
* When Nidoqueen uses its tail to jump, its lower jaw is colored with the same blue as its skin. The same error is made just before it launches its {{m|Hyper Beam}}.
* The announcer announces Harrison as being from {{jo|Silver Town}}, when he was introduced as being from [[Littleroot Town]] in ''[[EP265|Pop Goes The Sneasel]]''.
* When Gary commands Blastoise to use Hydro Pump, he says Hydro Cannon instead. Hydro Cannon would be a move learnable by Blastoise in Generation III.
* Professor Oak says that Golem is the second heaviest Pokémon, and only Snorlax is heavier. This was true in [[Generation I]]; however, {{p|Steelix}}, introduced in [[Generation II]], is also heavier than {{p|Golem}}.
* During the climactic battle between [[Ash's Charizard]] and [[Gary's Blastoise]], Blastoise's lower jaw is incorrectly colored blue instead of cream.
*When Golem used Magnitude, it should not have effected Charizard as Charizard is a {{type2|Flying}} Pokémon and Magnitude is a {{type2|Ground}} move. However, this may have been down to the fact that Charizard was standing on the ground at the time.
* {{m|Skull Bash}} was used repeatedly without the required charge up.

===Dub edits===

== In other languages ==
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DP188

2011-12-27T03:46:08Z

Fojames: /* Synopsis */

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altepcode=EP654 |
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title_en=Battling a Thaw in Relations! |
title_ja=決着ライバルバトル！サトシ対シンジ！！|
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broadcast_us=January 15, 2011 |
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en_op=[[We Will Carry On!]] |
ja_op=[[The Greatest - Everyday!|「サイコー・エブリディ！」（ＢＡＮＤ　ＶＥＲＳＩＯＮ）]] |
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'''Battling a Thaw in Relations!''' (Japanese: '''決着ライバルバトル！サトシ対シンジ！！''' ''Conclusion of Rival Battle! {{tt|Satoshi|Ash}} vs {{tt|Shinji|Paul}}!!'') is the 188th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 654th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on August 19, 2010, and in the United States on January 15, 2011.
{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
The episode begins right where it left off, with {{AP|Gliscor}} diving towards Drapion with an {{m|X-Scissor}} attack. It is subsequently blocked by Drapion's {{m|Pin Missile}} at the last moment, sending Gliscor flying back and landing on the ground. When [[Paul]] instructs Drapion to use {{m|Cross Poison}}, {{Ash}} calls out to Gliscor to use {{m|Fire Fang}}, and Gliscor is all ready to go. It jumps up, dodging the Cross Poison along the way. Gliscor lands the Fire Fang attack, which envelops Drapion {{status|Burn|in fire}} for a moment. Paul does a quiet growl at this while Ash grits his teeth with hope. Drapion then subsequently fainted, thus leaving Paul with one final Pokémon. The gang decides to cheer him on, but {{an|Brock}} reminds everyone that while Ash may have three Pokémon left, they've all taken damage as opposed to Paul's final Pokémon who has yet to enter the battle.

Ash decides to call back Gliscor when Paul sends out his final Pokémon which is none other than {{TP|Paul|Electivire}}, the only Pokémon on Paul's current team that Ash has battled before. Gliscor lets Ash know it can still battle, so Ash decided to leave Gliscor in given that it has a type-advantage over Electivire. Paul tells Electivire to start by using {{m|Thunder}} and directing it into the ground. Electivire sends its tails into the ground and directs Thunder into it, which sends chunks of the earth up into the air and falling onto Gliscor. {{an|Brock}} realizes that Paul thought of this strategy as a result of {{AP|Infernape}} using {{m|Flare Blitz}} underground earlier. Ash tells Gliscor to use {{m|Giga Impact}} and Electivire blocks the attack with its hands and catches Gliscor with its tails. Ash tries to call out a command, but Gliscor is unable to make an attack. Paul tells Electivire to use {{m|Brick Break}} on Gliscor, and it lands on Gliscor's head, causing it to faint. Thus, leaving Ash with two Pokémon, {{AP|Pikachu}} and Infernape.

Ash sends in Pikachu next, and Paul tells Electivire to direct Thunder into the ground again. Once again, the ground erupts and rocks are sent flying to towards Pikachu. However Pikachu is ready and uses {{m|Quick Attack}} to dodge the falling rocks, even using some of them for momentum, and lands a direct hit on Electivire causing damage. However, Electivire recovers and grabs Pikachu with its tails and when Pikachu tries to use {{m|Iron Tail}}, Electivire jolts Pikachu around so that he can't land the attack. Pikachu hits the ground, but is able to escape the pseudo-Constrict by Electivire's tails. Paul tells Electivire to use Brick Break, and Pikachu tries to prevent the attack from happening with Quick Attack, but Electivire lands the attack dead-on. The two Pokémon jump back after clearing the impact. Ash tells Pikachu to use {{m|Volt Tackle}}, sending Reggie watching from a television in [[Veilstone City]] and {{an|Barry}} to stand up, knowing that this was a bad move on Ash's part. Paul, knowing what is about to happen, tells Electivire to block. Electivire holds out its arms as Pikachu lands Volt Tackle, and the attack is so powerful that electricity lights up the entire stadium. As Pikachu lands and is damaged by the [[recoil]], Electivire starts to speed up thanks to its {{a|Motor Drive}} ability (which increases Electivire's speed when hit by an {{Type|Electric}} attack, such as Pikachu's Volt Tackle). Paul tells Electivire to use {{m|ThunderPunch}}, and Electivire speeds forward so fast it can barely be seen and prepares to strike. However it seems Ash anticipated this, and actually allowed the speed boost to draw Electivire in. Ash tells Pikachu to use Iron Tail at the last moment and the two attacks collide together. However, the strategy has backfired on Ash as Pikachu is left unable to move. Paul recounts his and Ash's [[DP003|first battle]] when Pikachu was battling Elekid, and how Ash wanted Pikachu to get close so he could finish the battle with Iron Tail. Paul tells Ash that this time Pikachu's stuck. And if it lets up even a little, it will be overcome by ThunderPunch. Ash knows Electivire can still use a move with its left hand: Brick Break. Paul tells Electivire to use Brick Break, and as Electivire powers up its fist Ash tells Pikachu to try and hold on. Brick Break lands directly on Pikachu's head, sending him flying. Pikachu tries to get up after landing from the fall but it turns out to have been too much and Pikachu faints, leaving Ash with one Pokémon left, Infernape. Ash puts Pikachu behind him, and thanks him for his hard work.

Ash sends out Infernape. Electivire and Infernape have a long standing rivalry, even from the {{p|Chimchar}}-{{p|Elekid}} days. [[Jessie]], [[James]] and {{MTR}} are busy stuffing their faces, watching this intense battle, when they should be selling the food. Electivire starts things out with a ThunderPunch and Infernape counters with {{m|Mach Punch}}, and the two attacks collide and neutralize each other. Infernape uses {{m|Flamethrower}}, which is blocked by Electivire's {{m|Protect}}. Electivire uses {{m|Thunder}} to create a [[Counter Shield]] around the battlefield, but Infernape uses {{m|Dig}} to travel underground and avoid the attack. Infernape surfaces below Electivire and hits it dead-on, but then takes damage from the {{DL|Status ailment|poison}} it received earlier. Electivire manages to stand up. After yet another blocked Flamethrower, Infernape and Electivire start attacking with Mach Punch and ThunderPunch, respectively continuously. They both each land an attack before another Flamethrower by Infernape is blocked by Electivire's Protect. Ash instructs Infernape to use Mach Punch, but Electivire dodges it and wraps its tail around Infernape's arm. Reggie still watching the battle pleads Ash not to fall for that trick again. It uses Thunder while Infernape is connected to it, causing more damage than a normal Thunder attack. It continues to use Thunder on Infernape for a long time.

Infernape collapses to the ground when Electivire finally lets it go. As it has taken a severe beating throughout the match. The gang, {{an|Barry}}, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} and {{TRT}} are all desperate for Infernape to get up but it appears to have been too much. The [[battle judge|referee]] begins to declare Infernape unable to battle... when Electivire interrupts him, knowing that Infernape still has the ability to fight and wants to finish the battle properly. Paul tells Infernape that he thought it had gotten stronger, but once again all it has managed to do is disappoint him before he turns away as if to leave...

Infernape suddenly regains its senses and Ash responds to Paul 'fraid not!'. Much to everyone's (except Ash's) surprise, Infernape stands, and Ash declares that it's time to show Paul just how strong Infernape has become as it activates its {{a|Blaze}}. Reggie realizes Ash must have wanted that Mach Punch thrown earlier to miss on purpose so he can have Infernape unlock its true power. Ash orders a Flamethrower, and Infernape fires a super-powerful blast at Electivire who tries to hold it back with Thunder but can't stand up to the sheer power. Ash then has Infernape use Mach Punch which hits and sends Electivire flying but it still lands on its feet. Now both fully absorbed in the intensity of the match, Paul screams for a ThunderPunch while Ash orders Infernape to use {{m|Flare Blitz}}. The two Pokémon, battling to the limits of their power, land their attacks against the other which creates a maelstrom of fire and electricity streaming into the sky, illuminating the stadium. Eventually Infernape ends up on the other side of Electivire, feeling the recoil from Flare Blitz, causing its fiery crown to do severe damage to Electivire, who, after a delayed reaction, feels the force of the power attack. The smoke clears, but Electivire is still standing and the two Pokémon stare each other down... as do their trainers as a deathly silence falls over the battlefield. The two Pokémon remain perfectly still for what feels like an eternity... until, finally, Electivire falls and is declared as being unable to continue, making Ash the victor of this truly intense battle. Dawn, Piplup and Barry scream out in elation for Ash's victorious win over Paul while Brock is overwhelmingly pleased. {{TRT}} is elated Ash won, leaving Jessie happy and James in tears. Then, they remembered they accidentally ate all the food, while during the battle. Paul thanks Electivire for its hard work. As Paul is about to say something, Infernape almost fell but got held by Ash. Paul walks away relieved and the pairing results for the next battle come up, pairing Ash with the mysterious [[Tobias]] and {{p|Darkrai|his Darkrai}}. Tobias saw the screen and walked away. Back in [[Veilstone City]], Reggie delivers the news to Paul's other Pokémon, who are sad Paul lost but happy that he gave it his all.

Later, Brock and Dawn are walking outside and run into Barry, where they are all looking for Ash. Then, [[Cynthia]] comes forward, and Barry is awestruck at being face-to-face with the Champion. Cynthia explains that although Ash and Paul are very different people and may never truly be friends, all their time feuding and battling with each other has created a bond between them that can never be broken. Both have learnt a lot from each other and have both become far stronger as a result...

''"When one life meets another life, something will be born."''

Cynthia finishes by telling everyone that she is eager for the day when Ash or Paul make it all the way to the Champion League so she could face them in battle properly.

Paul is about to leave [[Lily of the Valley Island]] when Ash calls out to him. Paul finally admits that Infernape is strong and Ash has done a great job in raising it. Ash asks if Paul is leaving already, which Paul confirms as there is no reason to stay. He will be heading back to [[Snowpoint City]] to request another battle with [[Pyramid King Brandon|Brandon]]. Ash wishes him good luck with that, while Paul wishes Ash good luck on the rest of his Pokémon journey. Paul turns to leave, and Ash tells Paul that they will battle again really soon. Paul signals a goodbye to him, letting his rival know that he has earned his respect and bringing their long-standing rivalry to an end. As Paul leaves, Ash considers the events of the day. He has won his most important and intense battle ever, but now, he has an even bigger challenge to face, his next opponent, [[Tobias]] and his powerful {{p|Darkrai}}...

==Major events==
* The [[full battle]] between {{Ash}} and [[Paul]] ends, with Ash as the victor, resulting in Ash's first victory over Paul in a traditional Pokémon battle.
* Ash learns he will be battling [[Tobias]] in the semi-finals of the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]].
* Paul announces his intention to head to [[Snowpoint City]] and re-challenge {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}}.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====


==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Paul]]
* {{an|Barry}}
* [[Reggie]]
* [[Cynthia]]
* [[Tobias]]
* Referee
* Audience

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Infernape}} ({{OP|Ash|Infernape}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Torterra}} ({{OP|Paul|Torterra}})
* {{p|Electivire}} ({{OP|Paul|Electivire}})
* {{p|Elekid}} ({{OP|Paul|Electivire}}; flashback)
* {{p|Honchkrow}} ({{OP|Paul|Honchkrow}})
* {{p|Weavile}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Ursaring}} ({{OP|Paul|Ursaring}})
* {{p|Drapion}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Darkrai}} ([[Tobias]]'s)
* {{p|Staraptor}} ([[Reggie]]'s)
* {{p|Swalot}} ([[Reggie]]'s)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]] isn't shown at the end of the episode. Instead, a preview from the upcoming {{series|Best Wishes}} was shown.
* ''[[Type: Wild]]'', the Instrumental version of ''[[A Small Thing]]'', and music from ''[[M06|Jirachi: Wish Maker]]'' and ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' were used in this episode.
* As of this episode, this is the first time that a single battle has spanned more than two consecutive episodes.
** The battle also had the most Pokémon affected with [[status ailment]]s ever in just one battle in the anime, with two Pokémon getting {{status|burn}}ed, five being {{status|poison}}ed and two (counting {{AP|Buizel}}'s Ice Aqua Jet) being {{status|Freeze|frozen}}.

===Errors===
* When Infernape uses Mach Punch on Electivire while Blaze is active, for a split second, Infernape looks as if it doesn't have its Blaze active.
* In one scene, Ash's Diamond and Pearl hat looked like the one he wore in Hoenn.
* When Electivire uses Thunder on Infernape, the red part of Electivire's tail was pink.
*In [[DP185|Familiarity Breeds Strategy!]] The announcer declares Paul and Ash's match the first match of the quarterfinals, and all of the quarterfinal, semifinal, and final matchs are fought on the same field. Yet at the end of the match, the pairings for the semifinals are already ready

===Dub edits===
* ''[[Type: Wild]]'' was replaced in the English dub with an instrumental of ''[[The Ultimate Challenge]]'' while another instrumental replaced the instrumental of ''[[A Small Thing]]''.

==In other languages==
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|es_la={{tt|¡Enfrentando un deshielo en las relaciones!}}
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'''Battling a Thaw in Relations!''' (Japanese: '''決着ライバルバトル！サトシ対シンジ！！''' ''Conclusion of Rival Battle! {{tt|Satoshi|Ash}} vs {{tt|Shinji|Paul}}!!'') is the 188th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 654th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on August 19, 2010, and in the United States on January 15, 2011.
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==Synopsis==
The episode begins right where it left off, with {{AP|Gliscor}} diving towards Drapion with an {{m|X-Scissor}} attack. It is subsequently blocked by Drapion's {{m|Pin Missile}} at the last moment, sending Gliscor flying back and landing on the ground. When [[Paul]] instructs Drapion to use {{m|Cross Poison}}, {{Ash}} calls out to Gliscor to use {{m|Fire Fang}}, and Gliscor is all ready to go. It jumps up, dodging the Cross Poison along the way. Gliscor lands the Fire Fang attack, which envelops Drapion {{status|Burn|in fire}} for a moment. Paul does a quiet growl at this while Ash grits his teeth with hope. Drapion then subsequently fainted, thus leaving Paul with one final Pokémon. The gang decides to cheer him on, but {{an|Brock}} reminds everyone that while Ash may have three Pokémon left, they've all taken damage as opposed to Paul's final Pokémon who has yet to enter the battle.

Ash decides to call back Gliscor when Paul sends out his final Pokémon which is none other than {{TP|Paul|Electivire}}, the only Pokémon on Paul's current team that Ash has battled before. Gliscor lets Ash know it can still battle, so Ash decided to leave Gliscor in given that it has a type-advantage over Electivire. Paul tells Electivire to start by using {{m|Thunder}} and directing it into the ground. Electivire sends its tails into the ground and directs Thunder into it, which sends chunks of the earth up into the air and falling onto Gliscor. {{an|Brock}} realizes that Paul thought of this strategy as a result of {{AP|Infernape}} using {{m|Flare Blitz}} underground earlier. Ash tells Gliscor to use {{m|Giga Impact}} and Electivire blocks the attack with its hands and catches Gliscor with its tails. Ash tries to call out a command, but Gliscor is unable to make an attack. Paul tells Electivire to use {{m|Brick Break}} on Gliscor, and it lands on Gliscor's head, causing it to faint. Thus, leaving Ash with two Pokémon, {{AP|Pikachu}} and Infernape.

Ash sends in Pikachu next, and Paul tells Electivire to direct Thunder into the ground again. Once again, the ground erupts and rocks are sent flying to towards Pikachu. However Pikachu is ready and uses {{m|Quick Attack}} to dodge the falling rocks, even using some of them for momentum, and lands a direct hit on Electivire causing damage. However, Electivire recovers and grabs Pikachu with its tails and when Pikachu tries to use {{m|Iron Tail}}, Electivire jolts Pikachu around so that he can't land the attack. Pikachu hits the ground, but is able to escape the pseudo-Constrict by Electivire's tails. Paul tells Electivire to use Brick Break, and Pikachu tries to prevent the attack from happening with Quick Attack, but Electivire lands the attack dead-on. The two Pokémon jump back after clearing the impact. Ash tells Pikachu to use {{m|Volt Tackle}}, sending Reggie watching from a television in [[Veilstone City]] and {{an|Barry}} to stand up, knowing that this was a bad move on Ash's part. Paul, knowing what is about to happen, tells Electivire to block. Electivire holds out its arms as Pikachu lands Volt Tackle, and the attack is so powerful that electricity lights up the entire stadium. As Pikachu lands and is damaged by the [[recoil]], Electivire starts to speed up thanks to its {{a|Motor Drive}} ability (which increases Electivire's speed when hit by an {{Type|Electric}} attack, such as Pikachu's Volt Tackle). Paul tells Electivire to use {{m|ThunderPunch}}, and Electivire speeds forward so fast it can barely be seen and prepares to strike. However it seems Ash anticipated this, and actually allowed the speed boost to draw Electivire in. Ash tells Pikachu to use Iron Tail at the last moment and the two attacks collide together. However, the strategy has backfired on Ash as Pikachu is left unable to move. Paul recounts his and Ash's [[DP003|first battle]] when Pikachu was battling Elekid, and how Ash wanted Pikachu to get close so he could finish the battle with Iron Tail. Paul tells Ash that this time Pikachu's stuck. And if it lets up even a little, it will be overcome by ThunderPunch. Ash knows Electivire can still use a move with its left hand: Brick Break. Paul tells Electivire to use Brick Break, and as Electivire powers up its fist Ash tells Pikachu to try and hold on. Brick Break lands directly on Pikachu's head, sending him flying. Pikachu tries to get up after landing from the fall but it turns out to have been too much and Pikachu faints, leaving Ash with one Pokémon left, Infernape. Ash puts Pikachu behind him, and thanks him for his hard work.

Ash sends out Infernape. Electivire and Infernape have a long standing rivalry, even from the {{p|Chimchar}}-{{p|Elekid}} days. [[Jessie]], [[James]] and {{MTR}} are busy stuffing their faces, watching this intense battle, when they should be selling the food. Electivire starts things out with a ThunderPunch and Infernape counters with {{m|Mach Punch}}, and the two attacks collide and neutralize each other. Infernape uses {{m|Flamethrower}}, which is blocked by Electivire's {{m|Protect}}. Electivire uses {{m|Thunder}} to create a [[Counter Shield]] around the battlefield, but Infernape uses {{m|Dig}} to travel underground and avoid the attack. Infernape surfaces below Electivire and hits it dead-on, but then takes damage from the {{DL|Status ailment|poison}} it received earlier. Electivire manages to stand up. After yet another blocked Flamethrower, Infernape and Electivire start attacking with Mach Punch and ThunderPunch, respectively continuously. They both each land an attack before another Flamethrower by Infernape is blocked by Electivire's Protect. Ash instructs Infernape to use Mach Punch, but Electivire dodges it and wraps its tail around Infernape's arm. Reggie still watching the battle pleads Ash not to fall for that trick again. It uses Thunder while Infernape is connected to it, causing more damage than a normal Thunder attack. It continues to use Thunder on Infernape for a long time.

Infernape collapses to the ground when Electivire finally lets it go. As it has taken a severe beating throughout the match. The gang, {{an|Barry}}, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} and {{TRT}} are all desperate for Infernape to get up but it appears to have been too much. The [[battle judge|referee]] begins to declare Infernape unable to battle... when Electivire interrupts him, knowing that Infernape still has the ability to fight and wants to finish the battle properly. Paul tells Infernape that he thought it had gotten stronger, but once again all it has managed to do is disappoint him before he turns away as if to leave...

Infernape suddenly regains its senses and Ash responds to Paul 'fraid not!'. Much to everyone's (except Ash's) surprise, Infernape stands, and Ash declares that it's time to show Paul just how strong Infernape has become as it activates its {{a|Blaze}}. Reggie realizes Ash must have wanted that Mach Punch thrown earlier to miss on purpose so he can have Infernape unlock its true power. Ash orders a Flamethrower, and Infernape fires a super-powerful blast at Electivire who tries to hold it back with Thunder but can't stand up to the sheer power. Ash then has Infernape use Mach Punch which hits and sends Electivire flying but it still lands on its feet. Now both fully absorbed in the intensity of the match, Paul screams for a ThunderPunch while Ash orders Infernape to use {{m|Flare Blitz}}. The two Pokémon, battling to the limits of their power, land their attacks against the other which creates a maelstrom of fire and electricity streaming into the sky, illuminating the stadium. Eventually Infernape ends up on the other side of Electivire, feeling the recoil from Flare Blitz, causing its fiery crown to do severe damage Electivire, after a delayed reaction, feels the force of the power attack. The smoke clears, but Electivire is still standing and the two Pokémon stare each other down... as do their trainers as a deathly silence falls over the battlefield. The two Pokémon remain perfectly still for what feels like an eternity... until, finally, Electivire falls and is declared as being unable to continue, making Ash the victor of this truly intense battle. Dawn, Piplup and Barry scream out in elation for Ash's victorious win over Paul while Brock is overwhelmingly pleased. {{TRT}} is elated Ash won, leaving Jessie happy and James in tears. Then, they remembered they accidentally ate all the food, while during the battle. Paul thanks Electivire for its hard work. As Paul is about to say something, Infernape almost fell but got held by Ash. Paul walks away relieved and the pairing results for the next battle come up, pairing Ash with the mysterious [[Tobias]] and {{p|Darkrai|his Darkrai}}. Tobias saw the screen and walked away. Back in [[Veilstone City]], Reggie delivers the news to Paul's other Pokémon, who are sad Paul lost but happy that he gave it his all.

Later, Brock and Dawn are walking outside and run into Barry, where they are all looking for Ash. Then, [[Cynthia]] comes forward, and Barry is awestruck at being face-to-face with the Champion. Cynthia explains that although Ash and Paul are very different people and may never truly be friends, all their time feuding and battling with each other has created a bond between them that can never be broken. Both have learnt a lot from each other and have both become far stronger as a result...

''"When one life meets another life, something will be born."''

Cynthia finishes by telling everyone that she is eager for the day when Ash or Paul make it all the way to the Champion League so she could face them in battle properly.

Paul is about to leave [[Lily of the Valley Island]] when Ash calls out to him. Paul finally admits that Infernape is strong and Ash has done a great job in raising it. Ash asks if Paul is leaving already, which Paul confirms as there is no reason to stay. He will be heading back to [[Snowpoint City]] to request another battle with [[Pyramid King Brandon|Brandon]]. Ash wishes him good luck with that, while Paul wishes Ash good luck on the rest of his Pokémon journey. Paul turns to leave, and Ash tells Paul that they will battle again really soon. Paul signals a goodbye to him, letting his rival know that he has earned his respect and bringing their long-standing rivalry to an end. As Paul leaves, Ash considers the events of the day. He has won his most important and intense battle ever, but now, he has an even bigger challenge to face, his next opponent, [[Tobias]] and his powerful {{p|Darkrai}}...

==Major events==
* The [[full battle]] between {{Ash}} and [[Paul]] ends, with Ash as the victor, resulting in Ash's first victory over Paul in a traditional Pokémon battle.
* Ash learns he will be battling [[Tobias]] in the semi-finals of the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]].
* Paul announces his intention to head to [[Snowpoint City]] and re-challenge {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}}.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====


==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Paul]]
* {{an|Barry}}
* [[Reggie]]
* [[Cynthia]]
* [[Tobias]]
* Referee
* Audience

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Infernape}} ({{OP|Ash|Infernape}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Torterra}} ({{OP|Paul|Torterra}})
* {{p|Electivire}} ({{OP|Paul|Electivire}})
* {{p|Elekid}} ({{OP|Paul|Electivire}}; flashback)
* {{p|Honchkrow}} ({{OP|Paul|Honchkrow}})
* {{p|Weavile}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Ursaring}} ({{OP|Paul|Ursaring}})
* {{p|Drapion}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Darkrai}} ([[Tobias]]'s)
* {{p|Staraptor}} ([[Reggie]]'s)
* {{p|Swalot}} ([[Reggie]]'s)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]] isn't shown at the end of the episode. Instead, a preview from the upcoming {{series|Best Wishes}} was shown.
* ''[[Type: Wild]]'', the Instrumental version of ''[[A Small Thing]]'', and music from ''[[M06|Jirachi: Wish Maker]]'' and ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' were used in this episode.
* As of this episode, this is the first time that a single battle has spanned more than two consecutive episodes.
** The battle also had the most Pokémon affected with [[status ailment]]s ever in just one battle in the anime, with two Pokémon getting {{status|burn}}ed, five being {{status|poison}}ed and two (counting {{AP|Buizel}}'s Ice Aqua Jet) being {{status|Freeze|frozen}}.

===Errors===
* When Infernape uses Mach Punch on Electivire while Blaze is active, for a split second, Infernape looks as if it doesn't have its Blaze active.
* In one scene, Ash's Diamond and Pearl hat looked like the one he wore in Hoenn.
* When Electivire uses Thunder on Infernape, the red part of Electivire's tail was pink.
*In [[DP185|Familiarity Breeds Strategy!]] The announcer declares Paul and Ash's match the first match of the quarterfinals, and all of the quarterfinal, semifinal, and final matchs are fought on the same field. Yet at the end of the match, the pairings for the semifinals are already ready

===Dub edits===
* ''[[Type: Wild]]'' was replaced in the English dub with an instrumental of ''[[The Ultimate Challenge]]'' while another instrumental replaced the instrumental of ''[[A Small Thing]]''.

==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn={{tt|終結的宿敵對戰！小智對真司！！|Conclusion of Rival Battle! Ash vs. Paul!!}}
|nl={{tt|Een Relatie Ontdooit door Dit Gevecht!|A Relationship Thaws thanks to This Battle!}}
|fi={{tt|Jää murtuu otellen!|The ice breaks by battling!}}
|pt_br={{tt|Quebrando o gelo!|Breaking the Ice!}}
|it={{tt|Una lotta dai risvolti inaspettati!|A fight with unexpected repercussions!}}
|es_la={{tt|¡Enfrentando un deshielo en las relaciones!}}
|es_eu={{tt|¡El combate que romperá el hielo!|The Battle that will Break the Ice!}}
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DP081

2011-12-27T03:24:24Z

Fojames: /* Synopsis */

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title_en=Chim - Charred! |
title_ja=灼熱のヒコザル！ |
title_ja_trans=The Scorching Hikozaru! |
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'''Chim - Charred!''' (Japanese: '''灼熱のヒコザル！''' ''The Scorching {{tt|Hikozaru|Chimchar}}!'') is the 81st episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 547th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It aired in Japan on May 29, 2008 and in the United States on October 25, 2008.
{{spoilers}}
==Synopsis==
The episode begins with {{Ash}} facing off against {{an|Dawn}} in a training match, while {{an|Brock}} and his Pokémon watch on. Ash commands {{AP|Pikachu}}, {{AP|Buizel}}, and {{AP|Turtwig}}, while Dawn commands {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}, {{AP|Staravia}}, and {{AP|Chimchar}}.

After the training session, {{AP|Gligar}} gets excited and hugs Ash, but ends up knocking him down. Brock offers a training match of his {{TP|Brock|Sudowoodo}} against Ash's Gligar, to calm its excitement.

Before they can start, a strong wind blows Gligar onto {{TRT}}'s [[Team Rocket's mechas|air balloon]], sending them flying.

The scene changes to [[Paul]] and his {{TP|Paul|Electabuzz}} shocking a wild {{p|Drapion}}, in an attempt to catch it. This fails, however, as Ash's Gligar falls from the sky, right in front of Paul and the Drapion escapes. Paul scolds Gligar for interrupting the training and at that moment, Ash's Staravia leads Ash and co. to Gligar...and Paul.

Paul brings up Ash's performance in the [[Wallace Cup]], and Ash defends himself by saying he entered under [[Wallace]]'s recommendation, and that he saw it as a chance to help his Buizel become stronger. Paul retorts that's exactly why Ash criticized him for entering the [[Hearthome City]] Tag Battle Tournament which just makes Ash angry who responds that Paul only entered the Tag Battle Tournament so that he could force his Pokémon to become stronger while Ash entered to win. He criticizes Paul, saying that while they both share the dream of winning the [[Sinnoh League]] and challenging {{pkmn|Champion}} [[Cynthia]] their training methods couldn't be more different and Ash raises his Pokémon with love and trust. Brock reflects on Cynthia's helpful advice back at [[Amity Square]], but Paul says that is not his way of being a Pokémon Trainer. Ash is determined to show Paul he's a good trainer and asks for a battle, however Paul begins to walk away from Ash and co. Chimchar (who previously even after being released still felt fear of its old master) runs after Paul and yells at him. This seems to amuse Paul who reconsiders Ash's offer for a battle.

It's decided the match will be three-on-three. Dawn uses the Coin Toss option on her [[Pokétch]]. Ash wins the toss and asks his Pokémon which one wants to battle, to which Gligar can't volunteer quick enough. Ash agrees and allows Gligar to participate in its first proper battle. Paul responds by choosing his {{p|Gliscor}}, and Gligar is very nervous about facing its evolved form and former friend.

The battle begins and Ash tells Gligar to use {{m|X-Scissor}}, however Gliscor pounds back with {{m|Knock Off}}. Gligar begins to cry on the ground, when Ash tells it to try {{m|Sand-Attack}}. Gligar gets up and starts to throw sand in Gliscor's face, but the Fang Scorp Pokémon is unaffected by the attack. Paul then commands Gliscor to use {{m|Guillotine}}, and Ash tells Gligar to counter with {{m|Steel Wing}} but it's no good as Gliscor scores a direct hit and slams Gligar into the ground, knocking it out. Ash takes Gligar out and kindly tells it that's it ok and to and cheer for him with the rest of the team. Paul tells Ash that it's a good time for Gligar to learn that being defeated in battle is all the trainer's fault, which Ash's Pokémon don't take kindly to.

Paul sends out his {{TP|Paul|Ursaring}} next. Ash's Chimchar volunteers to fight next. Pikachu isn't sure Chimchar is confident enough to battle Paul, but Chimchar turns around and tells Pikachu he can do it. Pikachu wishes him good luck. The battle begins with Chimchar's {{m|Flamethrower}}. Ursaring uses {{m|Focus Blast}}. Chimchar uses Dig. Ursaring uses {{m|Hammer Arm}} on the ground, unearthing Chimchar and knocking him into the air. Chimchar dives down with a Flame Wheel, but Ursaring catches him. Ursaring uses {{m|Secret Power}} at close range. Due to the mysterious power of Ursaring's Secret Power attack, Chimchar was {{status|Flinch|flinched}} and can't attack. Despite encouragement from Ash and co., Ursaring uses Hammer Arm on Chimchar, burying him in a pile of rubble. Chimchar emerges in a flaming fury, having accessed {{a|Blaze}}, although it's not like any Blaze anyone's seen before. Remembering how Chimchar activated Blaze during his battle with the Zangoose, Paul knows that Chimchar is finally awake, as this is the power he was trying to unlock all along. Brock suggests that Chimchar is trying his best to defeat Paul, and has accessed Blaze due to the encouragement from Ash and the other Pokémon. Ursaring is ordered to use another Focus Blast, however Chimchar's Flame Wheel smashes through it and collides with Ursaring knocking it out.

Even though it won the battle, Chimchar's fury appears to be rising. Ash tells Chimchar it's time to stop, however Chimchar instead powers up another Flame Wheel and charges at Ash who is able to get out of the way. Chimchar then goes for Paul who is able to narrowly avoid being hit. Now Chimchar is bouncing all around, setting fire to the forest, as well as sending Team Rocket blasting off. Dawn's Piplup uses {{m|Whirlpool}} to put out the fires, while Ash's Buizel backs it up with {{m|Water Gun}}. Chimchar is now completely uncontrollable and attempts to get away, however he is blocked by Ash who begs Chimchar to stop. Chimchar's escape then blocked by Pikachu then Piplup, Buizel, Turtwig and Staravia causing Chimchar's fury to grow. Ash, knowing he needs to stop Chimchar here and now, grabs the Chimp Pokémon and holds him close and screams at him to stop, but Chimchar shows no sign of calming and bites him in the shoulder causing Ash intense pain. Dawn and the other Pokémon move to help Ash, but Brock and Pikachu stop them knowing Ash is able (and needs) to handle this alone. The intense heat caused by Chimchar begins to hurt Ash, but he refuses to let go and keeps begging Chimchar to stop. Eventually, under Ash's encouraging words, Chimchar finally calms down and regains control.

Chimchar is once again terrified, this time of Ash's anger, but Ash compliments Chimchar on its power, and says that he believes in Chimchar's power. Paul however asks what Ash will do the next time Chimchar ends up accessing Blaze, and if he will ever be able to control it. Ash believes Chimchar has the ability to handle the power it possesses. The rest of Ash and Paul's battle is called off, and Paul tells Ash he's a fool to believe that Chimchar can handle Blaze. Brock mentions that trainers need to trust their feelings, and that Chimchar's ability to control itself will have a massive effect on Ash's future in the Sinnoh League.

The episode ends with Ash embracing Chimchar and Paul walking away, both knowing that the two will battle again [[DP100|someday]]...

==Major events==
* {{Ash}} challenges [[Paul]] to a three-on-three battle but it gets called off.
* [[Ash's Chimchar]] activates {{a|Blaze}} which causes it to go on a violent rampage until it is stopped by Ash.
* {{TP|Paul|Electabuzz}} is revealed to have rejoined Paul's team.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

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

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Turtwig}} ({{OP|Ash|Turtwig}})
* {{p|Staravia}} ({{OP|Ash|Staravia}})
* {{p|Chimchar}} ({{OP|Ash|Chimchar}})
* {{p|Buizel}} ({{OP|Ash|Buizel}})
* {{p|Gligar}} ({{OP|Ash|Gligar}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Sudowoodo}} ({{OP|Brock|Sudowoodo}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Electabuzz}} ({{OP|Paul|Electabuzz}})
* {{p|Ursaring}} ({{OP|Paul|Ursaring}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Drapion}}
* {{p|Zangoose}} (flashback)

==Trivia==
* [[Jessie's Yanmega]] has been added to the opening credits.
* At the end of the episode music from ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' can be heard playing in the background. This could reference the fact that the memorial at the end of the [[DP082|next episode]] was to that movie.
* The [[DP082|next episode]] preview is narrated by Brock.
* Instead of [[Professor Oak]]'s Pokémon lecture, the end of the episode featured a memorial to ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]''. This is part of a countdown to ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.
* As of this episode, the opening animation that accompanies [[Together|Together and Together2008]] has been used in more episodes than [[Aim to Be a Pokémon Master]]'s original accompanying animation, making it the anime's longest-used opening animation, but ''not'' the anime's longest used opening theme, an honor which Aim to Be a Pokémon Master still holds.
* This episode, along with [[DP080|the previous episode]], is rather infamous for a hoax put up on [[Pokéani]] in regards to episode titles and summaries. This episode's hoax summary involved Mamoswine, and was speculated by the fans to be the episode where Dawn captures Swinub.
* When Ash is training with Dawn, the background music is that of the battle against {{ga|Red}}, Ash's game counterpart, from [[Generation II]].
* All of the Pokémon Ash has on hand remain outside of their [[Poké Ball]]s throughout this episode.

===Errors===

===Dub edits===

===In other languages===
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|zh_cmn={{tt|灼熱的小火焰猴！|The Scorching Chimchar!}}
|cs={{tt|Chimcharův skrytý potenciál|Chimchar's hidden potential}}
|de={{tt|Panflam in Flammen!|Chimchar in flames!}}
|nl={{tt|Chimchar in vuur en vlam!|Chimchar set ablaze!}}
|fi={{tt|Käristys!|A scorching!}}
|fr_eu={{tt|Un Ouisticram tout feu tout flamme !|A Chimchar all fire all flame!}}
|it={{tt|Il Chimchar infuocato!|}}
|ko={{tt|불꽃숭이! 뜨거운 불꽃 작렬!|Chimchar! Scorching Flames!}}
|pl={{tt|Palący problem|Burning Problem}}
|pt_br={{tt|Chim-Chama!|Chim-Flame!}}
|pt_eu={{tt|Chim-Chamuscado!|Chim-Scorched!}}
|es_la={{tt|¡Achimcharrado!|Chimcharred!}}
|es_eu={{tt|¡Chim - Charmuscado!|Chimcharred!}}
}}

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BW046

2011-12-19T22:02:18Z

Fojames: /* Synopsis */

{{EpicodePrevNext|
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prevtitle=Beheeyem, Duosion, and the Dream Thief! |
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title_en=The Beartic Mountain Feud!|
title_ja=ニャゴシエーター・ニャース！ツンベアーの森を突破せよ！！|
title_ja_trans=Nyagotiator Nyarth! Break Through Tunbear Forest!! |
broadcast_jp=September 8, 2011 |
broadcast_us=December 17, 2011 |
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en_op={{OBP|Black and White|song}} |
ja_op= [[Best Wishes! (song)|ベストウイッシュ！]] |
ja_ed= [[Can You Name All the Pokémon? BW|ポケモン言えるかな？ＢＷ]] |
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'''The Beartic Mountain Feud!''' (Japanese: '''ニャゴシエーター・ニャース！ツンベアーの森を突破せよ！！''' ''Nyagotiator {{tt|Nyarth|Meowth}}! Break Through {{tt|Tunbear|Beartic}} Forest!!'') is the 46th episode of the {{series|Best Wishes}}, and the 703rd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on September 8, 2011 and in the United States on December 17, 2011.
{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
{{Ash}} and his friends are traveling when they find an injured {{p|Cubchoo}}. They go to find some food for it and {{MTR}} finds an [[Oran Berry]], but they are attacked by a group of {{p|Beartic}}. A {{p|Mienfoo}} saves them. Mienfoo's trainer tells them to get away.

Later, they rest in a cabin owned by the man who saved them, [[Cliff]]. He reveals to them that there are two groups of {{p|Beartic}} on the mountain, the ones at the summit and the ones at the foot of the mountain. {{an|Cilan}} comments that it must be the Beartic who lived at the foot of the mountain attacked them and the Cubchoo must belong to the group from the summit. {{Ash}} then suggests that they will take the Cubchoo to its group and Cubchoo dances happily. Cliff then tries to catch {{MTR}} and nearly succeeds, but Meowth breaks out and shouts that he belongs to no one.

They then head out to find the mountain group but run into more {{p|Beartic}}. Oshawott and Tepig come out during the battle too. The gang get separated from their Pokémon during the battle. Meanwhile, {{FB|Subway Boss |Ingo}} and {{FB|Subway Boss|Emmet}} discover the situation and try to solve it themselves. {{TP|Iris|Axew}} and Cubchoo feel hungry so Meowth, Pikachu and Oshawott go to look for food. Meowth and Oshawott force Pikachu to steal berries from some Beartic. While they are eating, the group of Beartic shows up.

Meanwhile, the gang find out why the group at the foot of the mountain attacked them. A storm had destroyed all their berries and they thought that the Cubchoo from the summit was trying to steal their food. They then meet the mountain group.

Meanwhile,when the Beartic were about to battle the pokemon, the group from the summit saved them. When two Beartic used {{m|Sheer Cold}}, four boulders started to fall down. Pikachu, Tepig and Oshawott destroyed three boulders and the two groups of Beartic worked together to destroy the last one.

[[Cliff]] says he'll find a new habitat for the Beartic and the gang continue on their way to Nimbasa City.

==Major events==

{{animeevents}}
===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
* {{p|Cubchoo}}
* {{p|Mienfoo}}
==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Iris}}
* {{an|Cilan}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Dr. Zager]]
* {{FB|Subway Boss|Ingo}}
* {{FB|Subway Boss|Emmet}}
* [[Cliff]]

===Pokémon===
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Cubchoo}}
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Axew}} ({{OP|Iris|Axew}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Oshawott}} ({{OP|Ash|Oshawott}})
* {{p|Tepig}} ({{OP|Ash|Tepig}})
* {{p|Cubchoo}} (multiple; debut)
* {{p|Beartic}} (multiple)
* {{p|Mienfoo}} ([[Cliff]]'s; debut)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon Live Caster]]: {{p|Gothita}}
* Music from ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]'' is used as background music.

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

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BW046

2011-12-19T22:00:46Z

Fojames: /* Synopsis */

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epcode=BW046 |
altepcode=EP703 |
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screen=hd|
title_en=The Beartic Mountain Feud!|
title_ja=ニャゴシエーター・ニャース！ツンベアーの森を突破せよ！！|
title_ja_trans=Nyagotiator Nyarth! Break Through Tunbear Forest!! |
broadcast_jp=September 8, 2011 |
broadcast_us=December 17, 2011 |
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en_op={{OBP|Black and White|song}} |
ja_op= [[Best Wishes! (song)|ベストウイッシュ！]] |
ja_ed= [[Can You Name All the Pokémon? BW|ポケモン言えるかな？ＢＷ]] |
olmteam=Team Kato |
scenario=藤田伸三 |
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director=西田健一 |
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art=志村泉 |
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'''The Beartic Mountain Feud!''' (Japanese: '''ニャゴシエーター・ニャース！ツンベアーの森を突破せよ！！''' ''Nyagotiator {{tt|Nyarth|Meowth}}! Break Through {{tt|Tunbear|Beartic}} Forest!!'') is the 46th episode of the {{series|Best Wishes}}, and the 703rd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on September 8, 2011 and in the United States on December 17, 2011.
{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
{{Ash}} and his friends are traveling when they find an injured {{p|Cubchoo}}. They go to find some food for it and {{MTR}} finds an [[Oran Berry]], but they are attacked by a group of {{p|Beartic}}. A {{p|Mienfoo}} saves them. Mienfoo's trainer tells them to get away.

Later, they rest in a cabin owned by the man who saved them, [[Cliff]]. He reveals to them that there are two groups of {{p|Beartic}} on the mountain, the ones at the summit and the ones at the foot of the mountain. {{an|Cilan}} comments that it must be the Beartic who lived at the foot of the mountain attacked them and the Cubchoo must belong to the group from the summit. {{Ash}} then suggests that they will take the Cubchoo to its group and Cubchoo dances happily. Cliff then tries to catch {{MTR}} and nearly succeeds, but Meowth breaks out and shouts that he belongs to no one.

They then head out to find the mountain group but run into more {{p|Beartic}}. Oshawott and Tepig come out during the battle too. The gang get separated from their Pokémon during the battle. Meanwhile, {{FB|Subway Boss |Ingo}} and {{TP|Iris|Axew}} and Cubchoo feel hungry so Meowth, Pikachu and Oshawott go to look for food. Meowth and Oshawott force Pikachu to steal berries from some Beartic. While they are eating, the group of Beartic shows up.

Meanwhile, the gang find out why the group at the foot of the mountain attacked them. A storm had destroyed all their berries and they thought that the Cubchoo from the summit was trying to steal their food. They then meet the mountain group.

Meanwhile,when the Beartic were about to battle the pokemon, the group from the summit saved them. When two Beartic used {{m|Sheer Cold}}, four boulders started to fall down. Pikachu, Tepig and Oshawott destroyed three boulders and the two groups of Beartic worked together to destroy the last one.

[[Cliff]] says he'll find a new habitat for the Beartic and the gang continue on their way to Nimbasa City.

==Major events==

{{animeevents}}
===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
* {{p|Cubchoo}}
* {{p|Mienfoo}}
==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Iris}}
* {{an|Cilan}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Dr. Zager]]
* {{FB|Subway Boss|Ingo}}
* {{FB|Subway Boss|Emmet}}
* [[Cliff]]

===Pokémon===
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Cubchoo}}
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Axew}} ({{OP|Iris|Axew}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Oshawott}} ({{OP|Ash|Oshawott}})
* {{p|Tepig}} ({{OP|Ash|Tepig}})
* {{p|Cubchoo}} (multiple; debut)
* {{p|Beartic}} (multiple)
* {{p|Mienfoo}} ([[Cliff]]'s; debut)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon Live Caster]]: {{p|Gothita}}
* Music from ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]'' is used as background music.

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

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BW046

2011-12-19T21:59:50Z

Fojames: /* Synopsis */

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prevtitle=Beheeyem, Duosion, and the Dream Thief! |
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altepcode=EP703 |
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screen=hd|
title_en=The Beartic Mountain Feud!|
title_ja=ニャゴシエーター・ニャース！ツンベアーの森を突破せよ！！|
title_ja_trans=Nyagotiator Nyarth! Break Through Tunbear Forest!! |
broadcast_jp=September 8, 2011 |
broadcast_us=December 17, 2011 |
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en_op={{OBP|Black and White|song}} |
ja_op= [[Best Wishes! (song)|ベストウイッシュ！]] |
ja_ed= [[Can You Name All the Pokémon? BW|ポケモン言えるかな？ＢＷ]] |
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scenario=藤田伸三 |
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'''The Beartic Mountain Feud!''' (Japanese: '''ニャゴシエーター・ニャース！ツンベアーの森を突破せよ！！''' ''Nyagotiator {{tt|Nyarth|Meowth}}! Break Through {{tt|Tunbear|Beartic}} Forest!!'') is the 46th episode of the {{series|Best Wishes}}, and the 703rd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on September 8, 2011 and in the United States on December 17, 2011.
{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
{{Ash}} and his friends are traveling when they find an injured {{p|Cubchoo}}. They go to find some food for it and {{MTR}} finds an [[Oran Berry]], but they are attacked by a group of {{p|Beartic}}. A {{p|Mienfoo}} saves them. Mienfoo's trainer tells them to get away.

Later, they rest in a cabin owned by the man who saved them, [[Cliff]]. He reveals to them that there are two groups of {{p|Beartic}} on the mountain, the ones at the summit and the ones at the foot of the mountain. {{an|Cilan}} comments that it must be the Beartic who lived at the foot of the mountain attacked them and the Cubchoo must belong to the group from the summit. {{Ash}} then suggests that they will take the Cubchoo to its group and Cubchoo dances happily. Cliff then tries to catch {{MTR}} and nearly succeeds, but Meowth breaks out and shouts that he belongs to no one.

They then head out to find the mountain group but run into more {{p|Beartic}}. Oshawott and Tepig come out during the battle too. The gang get separated from their Pokémon during the battle. Meanwhile, ((FB|Subway Boss |Ingo}} and {{TP|Iris|Axew}} and Cubchoo feel hungry so Meowth, Pikachu and Oshawott go to look for food. Meowth and Oshawott force Pikachu to steal berries from some Beartic. While they are eating, the group of Beartic shows up.

Meanwhile, the gang find out why the group at the foot of the mountain attacked them. A storm had destroyed all their berries and they thought that the Cubchoo from the summit was trying to steal their food. They then meet the mountain group.

Meanwhile,when the Beartic were about to battle the pokemon, the group from the summit saved them. When two Beartic used {{m|Sheer Cold}}, four boulders started to fall down. Pikachu, Tepig and Oshawott destroyed three boulders and the two groups of Beartic worked together to destroy the last one.

[[Cliff]] says he'll find a new habitat for the Beartic and the gang continue on their way to Nimbasa City.

==Major events==

{{animeevents}}
===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
* {{p|Cubchoo}}
* {{p|Mienfoo}}
==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Iris}}
* {{an|Cilan}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Dr. Zager]]
* {{FB|Subway Boss|Ingo}}
* {{FB|Subway Boss|Emmet}}
* [[Cliff]]

===Pokémon===
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Cubchoo}}
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Axew}} ({{OP|Iris|Axew}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Oshawott}} ({{OP|Ash|Oshawott}})
* {{p|Tepig}} ({{OP|Ash|Tepig}})
* {{p|Cubchoo}} (multiple; debut)
* {{p|Beartic}} (multiple)
* {{p|Mienfoo}} ([[Cliff]]'s; debut)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon Live Caster]]: {{p|Gothita}}
* Music from ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]'' is used as background music.

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

{{stub|Anime|Episode}}
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BW046

2011-12-19T21:57:39Z

Fojames: /* Synopsis */

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title_ja_trans=Nyagotiator Nyarth! Break Through Tunbear Forest!! |
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'''The Beartic Mountain Feud!''' (Japanese: '''ニャゴシエーター・ニャース！ツンベアーの森を突破せよ！！''' ''Nyagotiator {{tt|Nyarth|Meowth}}! Break Through {{tt|Tunbear|Beartic}} Forest!!'') is the 46th episode of the {{series|Best Wishes}}, and the 703rd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on September 8, 2011 and in the United States on December 17, 2011.
{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
{{Ash}} and his friends are traveling when they find an injured {{p|Cubchoo}}. They go to find some food for it and {{MTR}} finds an [[Oran Berry]], but they are attacked by a group of {{p|Beartic}}. A {{p|Mienfoo}} saves them. Mienfoo's trainer tells them to get away.

Later, they rest in a cabin owned by the man who saved them, [[Cliff]]. He reveals to them that there are two groups of {{p|Beartic}} on the mountain, the ones at the summit and the ones at the foot of the mountain. {{an|Cilan}} comments that it must be the Beartic who lived at the foot of the mountain attacked them and the Cubchoo must belong to the group from the summit. {{Ash}} then suggests that they will take the Cubchoo to its group and Cubchoo dances happily. Cliff then tries to catch {{MTR}} and nearly succeeds, but Meowth breaks out and shouts that he belongs to no one.

They then head out to find the mountain group but run into more {{p|Beartic}}. Oshawott and Tepig come out during the battle too. The gang get separated from their Pokémon during the battle. Meanwhile, ((Subway Boss Ingo|Ingo}} {{TP|Iris|Axew}} and Cubchoo feel hungry so Meowth, Pikachu and Oshawott go to look for food. Meowth and Oshawott force Pikachu to steal berries from some Beartic. While they are eating, the group of Beartic shows up.

Meanwhile, the gang find out why the group at the foot of the mountain attacked them. A storm had destroyed all their berries and they thought that the Cubchoo from the summit was trying to steal their food. They then meet the mountain group.

Meanwhile,when the Beartic were about to battle the pokemon, the group from the summit saved them. When two Beartic used {{m|Sheer Cold}}, four boulders started to fall down. Pikachu, Tepig and Oshawott destroyed three boulders and the two groups of Beartic worked together to destroy the last one.

[[Cliff]] says he'll find a new habitat for the Beartic and the gang continue on their way to Nimbasa City.

==Major events==

{{animeevents}}
===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
* {{p|Cubchoo}}
* {{p|Mienfoo}}
==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Iris}}
* {{an|Cilan}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Dr. Zager]]
* {{FB|Subway Boss|Ingo}}
* {{FB|Subway Boss|Emmet}}
* [[Cliff]]

===Pokémon===
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Cubchoo}}
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Axew}} ({{OP|Iris|Axew}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Oshawott}} ({{OP|Ash|Oshawott}})
* {{p|Tepig}} ({{OP|Ash|Tepig}})
* {{p|Cubchoo}} (multiple; debut)
* {{p|Beartic}} (multiple)
* {{p|Mienfoo}} ([[Cliff]]'s; debut)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon Live Caster]]: {{p|Gothita}}
* Music from ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]'' is used as background music.

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

{{stub|Anime|Episode}}
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[[Category:Episodes directed by Ken'ichi Nishida|703]]
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BW046

2011-12-19T21:48:10Z

Fojames: /* Synopsis */

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prevtitle=Beheeyem, Duosion, and the Dream Thief! |
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colorscheme=Unova}}
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altepcode=EP703 |
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title_en=The Beartic Mountain Feud!|
title_ja=ニャゴシエーター・ニャース！ツンベアーの森を突破せよ！！|
title_ja_trans=Nyagotiator Nyarth! Break Through Tunbear Forest!! |
broadcast_jp=September 8, 2011 |
broadcast_us=December 17, 2011 |
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en_op={{OBP|Black and White|song}} |
ja_op= [[Best Wishes! (song)|ベストウイッシュ！]] |
ja_ed= [[Can You Name All the Pokémon? BW|ポケモン言えるかな？ＢＷ]] |
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scenario=藤田伸三 |
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storyboard=尼野浩正 |
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director=西田健一 |
artn=1 |
art=志村泉 |
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'''The Beartic Mountain Feud!''' (Japanese: '''ニャゴシエーター・ニャース！ツンベアーの森を突破せよ！！''' ''Nyagotiator {{tt|Nyarth|Meowth}}! Break Through {{tt|Tunbear|Beartic}} Forest!!'') is the 46th episode of the {{series|Best Wishes}}, and the 703rd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on September 8, 2011 and in the United States on December 17, 2011.
{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
{{Ash}} and his friends are traveling when they find an injured {{p|Cubchoo}}. They go to find some food for it and {{MTR}} finds an [[Oran Berry]], but they are attacked by a group of {{p|Beartic}}. A {{p|Mienfoo}} saves them. Mienfoo's trainer tells them to get away.

Later, they rest in a cabin owned by the man who saved them, [[Cliff]]. He reveals to them that there are two groups of {{p|Beartic}} on the mountain, the ones at the summit and the ones at the foot of the mountain. {{an|Cilan}} comments that it must be the Beartic who lived at the foot of the mountain attacked them and the Cubchoo must belong to the group from the summit. {{Ash}} then suggests that they will take the Cubchoo to its group and Cubchoo dances happily. Cliff then tries to catch {{MTR}} and nearly succeeds, but Meowth breaks out and shouts that he belongs to no one.

They then head out to find the mountain group but run into more {{p|Beartic}}. Oshawott and Tepig come out during the battle too. The gang get separated from their Pokémon during the battle. Meanwhile, {{TP|Iris|Axew}} and Cubchoo feel hungry so Meowth, Pikachu and Oshawott go to look for food. Meowth and Oshawott force Pikachu to steal berries from some Beartic. While they are eating, the group of Beartic shows up.

Meanwhile, the gang find out why the group at the foot of the mountain attacked them. A storm had destroyed all their berries and they thought that the Cubchoo from the summit was trying to steal their food. They then meet the mountain group.

Meanwhile,when the Beartic were about to battle the pokemon, the group from the summit saved them. When two Beartic used {{m|Sheer Cold}}, four boulders started to fall down. Pikachu, Tepig and Oshawott destroyed three boulders and the two groups of Beartic worked together to destroy the last one.

[[Cliff]] says he'll find a new habitat for the Beartic and the gang continue on their way to Nimbasa City.

==Major events==

{{animeevents}}
===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
* {{p|Cubchoo}}
* {{p|Mienfoo}}
==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Iris}}
* {{an|Cilan}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Dr. Zager]]
* {{FB|Subway Boss|Ingo}}
* {{FB|Subway Boss|Emmet}}
* [[Cliff]]

===Pokémon===
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Cubchoo}}
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Axew}} ({{OP|Iris|Axew}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Oshawott}} ({{OP|Ash|Oshawott}})
* {{p|Tepig}} ({{OP|Ash|Tepig}})
* {{p|Cubchoo}} (multiple; debut)
* {{p|Beartic}} (multiple)
* {{p|Mienfoo}} ([[Cliff]]'s; debut)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon Live Caster]]: {{p|Gothita}}
* Music from ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]'' is used as background music.

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

{{stub|Anime|Episode}}
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DP188

2011-10-23T06:28:59Z

Fojames: /* Synopsis */

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prevtitle=A Real Rival Rouser! |
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nexttitle=The Semi-Final Frontier! |
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{{EpisodeInfobox|
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altepcode=EP654 |
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title_en=Battling a Thaw in Relations! |
title_ja=決着ライバルバトル！サトシ対シンジ！！|
title_ja_trans=Conclusion of Rival Battle! {{tt|Satoshi|Ash}} vs {{tt|Shinji|Paul}}!! |
broadcast_jp=August 19, 2010 |
broadcast_us=January 15, 2011 |
en_series= |
en_op=[[We Will Carry On!]] |
ja_op=[[The Greatest - Everyday!|「サイコー・エブリディ！」（ＢＡＮＤ　ＶＥＲＳＩＯＮ）]] |
ja_ed=[[In Your Heart, LaLaLa|君の胸にＬａＬａＬａ]] |
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'''Battling a Thaw in Relations!''' (Japanese: '''決着ライバルバトル！サトシ対シンジ！！''' ''Conclusion of Rival Battle! {{tt|Satoshi|Ash}} vs {{tt|Shinji|Paul}}!!'') is the 188th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 654th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on August 19, 2010, and in the United States on January 15, 2011.
{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
The episode begins right where it left off, with {{AP|Gliscor}} diving towards Drapion with an {{m|X-Scissor}} attack. It is subsequently blocked by Drapion's {{m|Pin Missile}} at the last moment, sending Gliscor flying back and landing on the ground. When [[Paul]] instructs Drapion to use {{m|Cross Poison}}, {{Ash}} calls out to Gliscor to use {{m|Fire Fang}}, and Gliscor is all ready to go. It jumps up, dodging the Cross Poison along the way. Gliscor lands the Fire Fang attack, which envelops Drapion {{status|Burn|in fire}} for a moment. Paul does a quiet growl at this while Ash grits his teeth with hope. Drapion then subsequently fainted, thus leaving Paul with one final Pokémon. The gang decides to cheer him on, but {{an|Brock}} reminds everyone that while Ash may have three Pokémon left, they've all taken damage as opposed to Paul's final Pokémon who has yet to enter the battle.

Ash decides to call back Gliscor when Paul sends out his final Pokémon which is none other than {{TP|Paul|Electivire}}, the only Pokémon on Paul's current team that Ash has battled before. Gliscor lets Ash know it can still battle, so Ash decided to leave Gliscor in given that it has a type-advantage over Electivire. Paul tells Electivire to start by using {{m|Thunder}} and directing it into the ground. Electivire sends its twin tails into the ground and directs Thunder into it, which sends chunks of the ground up into the air and falling onto Gliscor. {{an|Brock}} realizes that Paul thought of this strategy as a result of {{AP|Infernape}} using {{m|Flare Blitz}} underground earlier. Ash tells Gliscor to use {{m|Giga Impact}} and Electivire blocks the attack with its hands and catches Gliscor with its tail. Ash tries to call out a command, but Gliscor is unable to make an attack. Paul tells Electivire to use {{m|Brick Break}} on Gliscor, and it lands on Gliscor's head, causing it to faint. Thus, leaving Ash with two Pokémon, {{AP|Pikachu}} and Infernape.

Ash sends in Pikachu next, and Paul tells Electivire to direct Thunder into the ground again. Once again, the ground erupts and rocks are sent flying to towards Pikachu. However Pikachu is ready and uses {{m|Quick Attack}} to dodge the falling rocks, even using some of them for momentum, and lands a direct hit on Electivire causing damage. However, Electivire recovers and grabs Pikachu with its tails and when Pikachu tries to use {{m|Iron Tail}}, Electivire jolts Pikachu around so that he can't land the attack. Pikachu hits the ground, but is able to escape the pseudo-Constrict by Electivire's tails. Paul tells Electivire to use Brick Break, and Pikachu tries to circumvent the attack from happening with Quick Attack, but Electivire lands the attack dead-on. The two Pokémon jumps back after clearing the impact. Ash tells Pikachu to use {{m|Volt Tackle}}, sending Reggie watching from a television in [[Veilstone City]] and {{an|Barry}} to stand up, knowing that this was a bad move on Ash's part. Paul, knowing what is about to happen, tells Electivire to block. Electivire holds out its arms as Pikachu lands Volt Tackle, and the attack is so powerful electricity lights up the entire stadium. As Pikachu lands and is damaged by the [[recoil]], Electivire starts to speed up thanks to its {{a|Motor Drive}} ability (which increases Electivire's speed when hit by an {{Type|Electric}} attack, such as Pikachu's Volt Tackle). Paul tells Electivire to use {{m|ThunderPunch}}, and Electivire speeds forward so fast it can barely be seen moving and prepares to strike. However it seems Ash anticipated this, and actually allowed the speed boost to draw Electivire in. Ash tells Pikachu to use Iron Tail at the last moment and the two attacks collide together however the strategy has backfired on Ash as Pikachu is left unable to move. Paul recounts his and Ash's [[DP003|first battle]] when Pikachu was battling Electivire when it was just a {{p|Elekid}}, and how Elekid was able to immobilize Pikachu by grabbing Iron Tail while keeping its other hand free to use Brick Break. Ash realizes that Paul is about to do the same, and there's nothing Pikachu can do to stop it. Paul tells Electivire to use Brick Break, and as Electivire powers up its fist Ash tells Pikachu to try and hold on. Brick Break lands directly on Pikachu's head, sending him flying. Pikachu tries to get up after landing from the fall but it turns out to have been too much and Pikachu faints, leaving Ash with one Pokémon left, Infernape. Ash puts Pikachu behind him, and thanks him for his hard work.

Ash sends out Infernape. Electivire and Infernape have a long standing rivalry, even from the {{p|Chimchar}}-{{p|Elekid}} days. [[Jessie]], [[James]] and {{MTR}} are busy stuffing their faces, watching this intense battle, when they should be selling the food. Electivire starts things out with a ThunderPunch and Infernape counters with {{m|Mach Punch}}, and the two attacks collide and neutralize each other. Infernape uses {{m|Flamethrower}}, which is blocked by Electivire's {{m|Protect}}. Electivire uses {{m|Thunder}} to create a [[Counter Shield]] around the battlefield, but Infernape uses {{m|Dig}} to travel underground and avoid the attack. Infernape surfaces below Electivire and hits it dead-on, but then takes damage from the {{DL|Status ailment|poison}} it received earlier. Electivire manages to stand up. After yet another blocked Flamethrower, Infernape and Electivire start attacking with Mach Punch and ThunderPunch, respectively continuously. They both each land an attack before another Flamethrower by Infernape is blocked by Electivire's Protect. Ash instructs Infernape to use Mach Punch, but Electivire dodges it and wraps its tail around Infernape's arm. Reggie still watching the battle pleads Ash not to fall for that trick again. It uses Thunder while Infernape is connected to it, causing more damage than a normal Thunder attack. It continues to use Thunder on Infernape for a long time.

Infernape collapses to the ground when Electivire finally lets it go. As it has taken a severe beating throughout the match. The gang, {{an|Barry}}, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} and [[Team Rocket]] are all desperate for Infernape to get up but it appears to have been too much. The [[battle judge|referee]] begins to declare Infernape unable to battle... when Electivire interrupts him, knowing that Infernape still has the ability to fight and wants to finish the battle properly. Paul tells Infernape that he thought it had gotten stronger, but once again all it has managed to do is disappoint him before he turns away as if to leave...

Infernape suddenly regains its senses and Ash responds to Paul 'fraid not!'. Much to everyone's (except Ash's) surprise, Infernape stands, and Ash declares that it's time to show Paul just how strong Infernape has become as it activates its {{a|Blaze}}. Reggie realizes Ash must have wanted that Mach Punch thrown earlier to miss on purpose so he can have Infernape unlock its true power. Ash orders a Flamethrower, and Infernape fires a super-powerful blast at Electivire who tries to hold it back with Thunder but can't stand up to the sheer power. Ash then has Infernape use Mach Punch which hits and sends Electivire flying but it still lands on its feet. Now both fully absorbed in the intensity of the match, Paul screams for a ThunderPunch while Ash orders Infernape to use {{m|Flare Blitz}}. The two Pokémon, battling to the limits of their power, land their attacks against the other which creates a maelstrom of fire and electricity streaming into the sky, illuminating the stadium. Eventually Infernape ends up on the other side of Electivire, feeling the recoil from Flare Blitz, causing its fiery crown to do severe damage Electivire, after a delayed reaction, feels the force of the power attack. The smoke clears, but Electivire is still standing and the two Pokémon stare each other down... as do their trainers as a deathly silence falls over the battlefield. The two Pokémon remain perfectly still for what feels like an eternity... until, finally, Electivire falls and is declared as being unable to continue, making Ash the victor of this truly intense battle. Dawn, Piplup and Barry scream out in elation for Ash's victorious win over Paul while Brock is overwhelmingly pleased. [[Team Rocket]] is elated Ash won, leaving Jessie happy and James in tears. Then, they remembered they accidentally ate all the food, while during the battle. Paul thanks Electivire for its hard work. As Paul is about to say something, Infernape almost fell but got held by Ash. Paul walks away relieved and the pairing results for the next battle come up, pairing Ash with the mysterious [[Tobias]] and {{p|Darkrai|his Darkrai}}. Tobias saw the screen and walked away. Back in [[Veilstone City]], Reggie delivers the news to Paul's other Pokémon, who are sad Paul lost but happy that he gave it his all.

Later, Brock and Dawn are walking outside and run into Barry, where they are all looking for Ash. Then, [[Cynthia]] comes forward, and Barry is awestruck at being face-to-face with the Champion. Cynthia explains that although Ash and Paul are very different people and may never truly be friends, all their time feuding and battling with each other has created a bond between them that can never be broken. Both have learnt a lot from each other and have both become far stronger as a result...

''"When one life meets another life, something will be born."''

Cynthia finishes by telling everyone that she is eager for the day when Ash or Paul make it all the way to the Champion League so she could face them in battle properly.

Paul is about to leave [[Lily of the Valley Island]] when Ash calls out to him. Paul finally admits that Infernape is strong and Ash has done a great job in raising it. Ash asks if Paul is leaving already, which Paul confirms as there is no reason to stay. He will be heading back to [[Snowpoint City]] to request another battle with [[Pyramid King Brandon|Brandon]]. Ash wishes him good luck with that, while Paul wishes Ash good luck on the rest of his Pokemon journey. Paul turns to leave, and Ash tells Paul that they will battle again really soon. Paul signals a goodbye to him, letting his rival know that he has earned his respect and bringing their long-standing rivalry to an end. As Paul leaves, Ash considers the events of the day. He has won his most important and intense battle ever, but now, he has an even bigger challenge to face, his next opponent, [[Tobias]] and his powerful {{p|Darkrai}}...

==Major events==
* The [[full battle]] between {{Ash}} and [[Paul]] ends, with Ash as the victor, resulting in Ash's first victory over Paul in a traditional Pokémon battle.
* Ash learns he will be battling [[Tobias]] in the semi-finals of the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]].
* Paul announces his intention to head to [[Snowpoint City]] and re-challenge {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}}.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====


==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Paul]]
* {{an|Barry}}
* [[Reggie]]
* [[Cynthia]]
* [[Tobias]]
* Referee
* Audience

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Infernape}} ({{OP|Ash|Infernape}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Torterra}} ({{OP|Paul|Torterra}})
* {{p|Electivire}} ({{OP|Paul|Electivire}})
* {{p|Elekid}} ({{OP|Paul|Electivire}}; flashback)
* {{p|Honchkrow}} ({{OP|Paul|Honchkrow}})
* {{p|Weavile}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Ursaring}} ({{OP|Paul|Ursaring}})
* {{p|Drapion}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Darkrai}} ([[Tobias]]'s)
* {{p|Staraptor}} ([[Reggie]]'s)
* {{p|Swalot}} ([[Reggie]]'s)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]] isn't shown at the end of the episode. Instead, a preview from the upcoming {{series|Best Wishes}} was shown.
* ''[[Type: Wild]]'', the Instrumental version of ''[[A Small Thing]]'', and music from ''[[M06|Jirachi: Wish Maker]]'' and ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' were used in this episode.
* As of this episode, this is the first time that a single battle has spanned more than two consecutive episodes.
** The battle also had the most Pokémon affected with [[status ailment]]s ever in just one battle in the anime, with two Pokémon getting {{status|burn}}ed, five being {{status|poison}}ed and two (counting {{AP|Buizel}}'s Ice Aqua Jet) being {{status|Freeze|frozen}}.

===Errors===
* When Infernape uses Mach Punch on Electivire while Blaze is active, for a split second, Infernape looks as if it doesn't have its Blaze active.
* In one scene, Ash's Diamond and Pearl hat looked like the one he wore in Hoenn.
* When Electivire uses Thunder on Infernape, the red part of Electivire's tail was pink.

===Dub edits===
* ''[[Type: Wild]]'' was replaced in the English dub with an instrumental of ''[[The Ultimate Challenge]]'' while another instrumental replaced the instrumental of ''[[A Small Thing]]''.

==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn={{tt|終結的宿敵對戰！小智對真司！！|Conclusion of Rival Battle! Ash vs. Paul!!}}
|nl={{tt|Een Relatie Ontdooit door Dit Gevecht!|A Relationship Thaws thanks to This Battle!}}
|fi={{tt|Jää murtuu otellen!|The ice breaks by battling!}}
|it={{tt|Una lotta dai risvolti inaspettati!|A fight with unexpected repercussions!}}
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2011-10-23T06:23:10Z

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'''Battling a Thaw in Relations!''' (Japanese: '''決着ライバルバトル！サトシ対シンジ！！''' ''Conclusion of Rival Battle! {{tt|Satoshi|Ash}} vs {{tt|Shinji|Paul}}!!'') is the 188th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 654th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on August 19, 2010, and in the United States on January 15, 2011.
{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
The episode begins right where it left off, with {{AP|Gliscor}} diving towards Drapion with an {{m|X-Scissor}} attack. It is subsequently blocked by Drapion's {{m|Pin Missile}} at the last moment, sending Gliscor flying back and landing on the ground. When [[Paul]] instructs Drapion to use {{m|Cross Poison}}, {{Ash}} calls out to Gliscor to use {{m|Fire Fang}}, and Gliscor is all ready to go. It jumps up, dodging the Cross Poison along the way. Gliscor lands the Fire Fang attack, which envelops Drapion {{status|Burn|in fire}} for a moment. Paul does a quiet growl at this while Ash grits his teeth with hope. Drapion then subsequently fainted, thus leaving Paul with one final Pokémon. The gang decides to cheer him on, but {{an|Brock}} reminds everyone that while Ash may have three Pokémon left, they've all taken damage as opposed to Paul's final Pokémon who has yet to enter the battle.

Ash decides to call back Gliscor when Paul sends out his final Pokémon which is none other than {{TP|Paul|Electivire}}, the only Pokémon on Paul's current team that Ash has battled before. Gliscor lets Ash know it can still battle, so Ash decided to leave Gliscor in given that it has a type-advantage over Electivire. Paul tells Electivire to start by using {{m|Thunder}} and directing it into the ground. Electivire sends its twin tails into the ground and directs Thunder into it, which sends chunks of the ground up into the air and falling onto Gliscor. {{an|Brock}} realizes that Paul thought of this strategy as a result of {{AP|Infernape}} using {{m|Flare Blitz}} underground earlier. Ash tells Gliscor to use {{m|Giga Impact}} and Electivire blocks the attack with its hands and catches Gliscor with its tail. Ash tries to call out a command, but Gliscor is unable to make an attack. Paul tells Electivire to use {{m|Brick Break}} on Gliscor, and it lands on Gliscor's head, causing it to faint. Thus, leaving Ash with two Pokémon, {{AP|Pikachu}} and Infernape.

Ash sends in Pikachu next, and Paul tells Electivire to direct Thunder into the ground again. Once again, the ground erupts and rocks are sent flying to towards Pikachu. However Pikachu is ready and uses {{m|Quick Attack}} to dodge the falling rocks, even using some of them for momentum, and lands a direct hit on Electivire causing damage. However, Electivire recovers and grabs Pikachu with its tails and when Pikachu tries to use {{m|Iron Tail}}, Electivire jolts Pikachu around so that he can't land the attack. Pikachu hits the ground, but is able to escape the pseudo-Constrict by Electivire's tails. Paul tells Electivire to use Brick Break, and Pikachu tries to circumvent the attack from happening with Quick Attack, but Electivire lands the attack dead-on. The two Pokémon jumps back after clearing the impact. Ash tells Pikachu to use {{m|Volt Tackle}}, sending Reggie watching from a television in [[Veilstone City]] and {{an|Barry}} to stand up, knowing that this was a bad move on Ash's part. Paul, knowing what is about to happen, tells Electivire to block. Electivire holds out its arms as Pikachu lands Volt Tackle, and the attack is so powerful electricity lights up the entire stadium. As Pikachu lands and is damaged by the [[recoil]], Electivire starts to speed up thanks to its {{a|Motor Drive}} ability (which increases Electivire's speed when hit by an {{Type|Electric}} attack, such as Pikachu's Volt Tackle). Paul tells Electivire to use {{m|ThunderPunch}}, and Electivire speeds forward so fast it can barely be seen moving and prepares to strike. However it seems Ash anticipated this, and actually allowed the speed boost to draw Electivire in. Ash tells Pikachu to use Iron Tail at the last moment and the two attacks collide together however the strategy has backfired on Ash as Pikachu is left unable to move. Paul recounts his and Ash's [[DP003|first battle]] when Pikachu was battling Electivire when it was just a {{p|Elekid}}, and how Elekid was able to immobilize Pikachu by grabbing Iron Tail while keeping its other hand free to use Brick Break. Ash realizes that Paul is about to do the same, and there's nothing Pikachu can do to stop it. Paul tells Electivire to use Brick Break, and as Electivire powers up its fist Ash tells Pikachu to try and hold on. Brick Break lands directly on Pikachu's head, sending him flying. Pikachu tries to get up after landing from the fall but it turns out to have been too much and Pikachu faints, leaving Ash with one Pokémon left, Infernape. Ash puts Pikachu behind him, and thanks him for his hard work.

Ash sends out Infernape. Electivire and Infernape have a long standing rivalry, even from the {{p|Chimchar}}-{{p|Elekid}} days. [[Jessie]], [[James]] and {{MTR}} are busy stuffing their faces, watching this intense battle, when they should be selling the food. Electivire starts things out with a ThunderPunch and Infernape counters with {{m|Mach Punch}}, and the two attacks collide and neutralize each other. Infernape uses {{m|Flamethrower}}, which is blocked by Electivire's {{m|Protect}}. Electivire uses {{m|Thunder}} to create a [[Counter Shield]] around the battlefield, but Infernape uses {{m|Dig}} to travel underground and avoid the attack. Infernape surfaces below Electivire and hits it dead-on, but then takes damage from the {{DL|Status ailment|poison}} it received earlier. Electivire manages to stand up. After yet another blocked Flamethrower, Infernape and Electivire start attacking with Mach Punch and ThunderPunch, respectively continuously. They both each land an attack before another Flamethrower by Infernape is blocked by Electivire's Protect. Ash instructs Infernape to use Mach Punch, but Electivire dodges it and wraps its tail around Infernape's arm. Reggie still watching the battle pleads Ash not to fall for that trick again. It uses Thunder while Infernape is connected to it, causing more damage than a normal Thunder attack. It continues to use Thunder on Infernape for a long time.

Infernape collapses to the ground when Electivire finally lets it go. As it has taken a severe beating throughout the match. The gang, {{an|Barry}}, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} and [[Team Rocket]] are all desperate for Infernape to get up but it appears to have been too much. The [[battle judge|referee]] begins to declare Infernape unable to battle... when Electivire interrupts him, knowing that Infernape still has the ability to fight and wants to finish the battle properly. Paul tells Infernape that he thought it had gotten stronger, but once again all it has managed to do is disappoint him before he turns away as if to leave...

Infernape suddenly regains its senses and Ash responds to Paul 'fraid not!'. Much to everyone's (except Ash's) surprise, Infernape stands, and Ash declares that it's time to show Paul just how strong Infernape has become as it activates its {{a|Blaze}}. Reggie realizes Ash must have wanted that Mach Punch thrown earlier to miss on purpose so he can have Infernape unlock its true power. Ash orders a Flamethrower, and Infernape fires a super-powerful blast at Electivire who tries to hold it back with Thunder but can't stand up to the sheer power. Ash then has Infernape use Mach Punch which hits and sends Electivire flying but it still lands on its feet. Now both fully absorbed in the intensity of the match, Paul screams for a ThunderPunch while Ash orders Infernape to use {{m|Flare Blitz}}. The two Pokémon, battling to the limits of their power, land their attacks against the other which creates a maelstrom of fire and electricity streaming into the sky, illuminating the stadium. Eventually Infernape ends up on the other side of Electivire, feeling the recoil from Flare Blitz, causing its fiery crown to do severe damage Electivire, after a delayed reaction, feels the force of the power attack. The smoke clears, but Electivire is still standing and the two Pokémon stare each other down... as do their trainers as a deathly silence falls over the battlefield. The two Pokémon remain perfectly still for what feels like an eternity... until, finally, Electivire falls and is declared as being unable to continue, making Ash the victor of this truly intense battle. Dawn, Piplup and Barry scream out in elation for Ash's victorious win over Paul while Brock is overwhelmingly pleased. [[Team Rocket]] is elated Ash won, leaving Jessie happy and James in tears. Then, they remembered they accidentally ate all the food, while during the battle. Paul thanks Electivire for its hard work. As Paul is about to say something, Infernape almost fell but got held by Ash. Paul walks away relieved and the pairing results for the next battle come up, pairing Ash with the mysterious [[Tobias]] and {{p|Darkrai|his Darkrai}}. Tobias saw the screen and walked away. Back in [[Veilstone City]], Reggie delivers the news to Paul's other Pokémon, who are sad Paul lost but happy that he gave it his all.

Later, Brock and Dawn are walking outside and run into Barry, where they are all looking for Ash. Then, [[Cynthia]] comes forward, and Barry is awestruck at being face-to-face with the Champion. Cynthia explains that although Ash and Paul are very different people and may never truly be friends, all their time feuding and battling with each other has created a bond between them that can never be broken. Both have learnt a lot from each other and have both become far stronger as a result...

''"When one life meets another life, something will be born."''

Cynthia finishes by telling everyone that she is eager for the day when Ash or Paul make it all the way to the Champion League so she could face them in battle properly.

Paul is about to leave [[Lily of the Valley Island]] when Ash calls out to him. Ash asks if Paul is leaving already, which Paul confirms as there is nothing here for him anymore. He will be heading to [[Snowpoint City]] to challenge [[Pyramid King Brandon|Brandon]]. Paul asks if Infernape is doing okay, and Ash replies yes... upon which Paul finally admits that Infernape is strong and Ash has done a great job in raising it. Paul turns to leave, and Ash tells Paul that they will battle again someday. Paul signals a goodbye to him, letting his rival know that he has earned his respect and bringing their long-standing rivalry to an end. As Paul leaves, Ash considers the events of the day. He has won his most important and intense battle ever, but now, he has an even bigger challenge to face, his next opponent, [[Tobias]] and his powerful {{p|Darkrai}}...

==Major events==
* The [[full battle]] between {{Ash}} and [[Paul]] ends, with Ash as the victor, resulting in Ash's first victory over Paul in a traditional Pokémon battle.
* Ash learns he will be battling [[Tobias]] in the semi-finals of the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]].
* Paul announces his intention to head to [[Snowpoint City]] and re-challenge {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}}.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====


==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Paul]]
* {{an|Barry}}
* [[Reggie]]
* [[Cynthia]]
* [[Tobias]]
* Referee
* Audience

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Infernape}} ({{OP|Ash|Infernape}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Torterra}} ({{OP|Paul|Torterra}})
* {{p|Electivire}} ({{OP|Paul|Electivire}})
* {{p|Elekid}} ({{OP|Paul|Electivire}}; flashback)
* {{p|Honchkrow}} ({{OP|Paul|Honchkrow}})
* {{p|Weavile}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Ursaring}} ({{OP|Paul|Ursaring}})
* {{p|Drapion}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Darkrai}} ([[Tobias]]'s)
* {{p|Staraptor}} ([[Reggie]]'s)
* {{p|Swalot}} ([[Reggie]]'s)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]] isn't shown at the end of the episode. Instead, a preview from the upcoming {{series|Best Wishes}} was shown.
* ''[[Type: Wild]]'', the Instrumental version of ''[[A Small Thing]]'', and music from ''[[M06|Jirachi: Wish Maker]]'' and ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' were used in this episode.
* As of this episode, this is the first time that a single battle has spanned more than two consecutive episodes.
** The battle also had the most Pokémon affected with [[status ailment]]s ever in just one battle in the anime, with two Pokémon getting {{status|burn}}ed, five being {{status|poison}}ed and two (counting {{AP|Buizel}}'s Ice Aqua Jet) being {{status|Freeze|frozen}}.

===Errors===
* When Infernape uses Mach Punch on Electivire while Blaze is active, for a split second, Infernape looks as if it doesn't have its Blaze active.
* In one scene, Ash's Diamond and Pearl hat looked like the one he wore in Hoenn.
* When Electivire uses Thunder on Infernape, the red part of Electivire's tail was pink.

===Dub edits===
* ''[[Type: Wild]]'' was replaced in the English dub with an instrumental of ''[[The Ultimate Challenge]]'' while another instrumental replaced the instrumental of ''[[A Small Thing]]''.

==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn={{tt|終結的宿敵對戰！小智對真司！！|Conclusion of Rival Battle! Ash vs. Paul!!}}
|nl={{tt|Een Relatie Ontdooit door Dit Gevecht!|A Relationship Thaws thanks to This Battle!}}
|fi={{tt|Jää murtuu otellen!|The ice breaks by battling!}}
|it={{tt|Una lotta dai risvolti inaspettati!|A fight with unexpected repercussions!}}
|es_eu={{tt|¡El combate que romperá el hielo!|The Battle that will Break the Ice!}}
}}
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DP188

2011-10-23T06:17:09Z

Fojames: /* Synopsis */

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en_op=[[We Will Carry On!]] |
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'''Battling a Thaw in Relations!''' (Japanese: '''決着ライバルバトル！サトシ対シンジ！！''' ''Conclusion of Rival Battle! {{tt|Satoshi|Ash}} vs {{tt|Shinji|Paul}}!!'') is the 188th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 654th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on August 19, 2010, and in the United States on January 15, 2011.
{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
The episode begins right where it left off, with {{AP|Gliscor}} diving towards Drapion with an {{m|X-Scissor}} attack. It is subsequently blocked by Drapion's {{m|Pin Missile}} at the last moment, sending Gliscor flying back and landing on the ground. When [[Paul]] instructs Drapion to use {{m|Cross Poison}}, {{Ash}} calls out to Gliscor to use {{m|Fire Fang}}, and Gliscor is all ready to go. It jumps up, dodging the Cross Poison along the way. Gliscor lands the Fire Fang attack, which envelops Drapion {{status|Burn|in fire}} for a moment. Paul does a quiet growl at this while Ash grits his teeth with hope. Drapion then subsequently fainted, thus leaving Paul with one final Pokémon. The gang decides to cheer him on, but {{an|Brock}} reminds everyone that while Ash may have three Pokémon left, they've all taken damage as opposed to Paul's final Pokémon who has yet to enter the battle.

Ash decides to call back Gliscor when Paul sends out his final Pokémon which is none other than {{TP|Paul|Electivire}}, the only Pokémon on Paul's current team that Ash has battled before. Gliscor lets Ash know it can still battle, so Ash decided to leave Gliscor in given that it has a type-advantage over Electivire. Paul tells Electivire to start by using {{m|Thunder}} and directing it into the ground. Electivire sends its twin tails into the ground and directs Thunder into it, which sends chunks of the ground up into the air and falling onto Gliscor. {{an|Brock}} realizes that Paul thought of this strategy as a result of {{AP|Infernape}} using {{m|Flare Blitz}} underground earlier. Ash tells Gliscor to use {{m|Giga Impact}} and Electivire blocks the attack with its hands and catches Gliscor with its tail. Ash tries to call out a command, but Gliscor is unable to make an attack. Paul tells Electivire to use {{m|Brick Break}} on Gliscor, and it lands on Gliscor's head, causing it to faint. Thus, leaving Ash with two Pokémon, {{AP|Pikachu}} and Infernape.

Ash sends in Pikachu next, and Paul tells Electivire to direct Thunder into the ground again. Once again, the ground erupts and rocks are sent flying to towards Pikachu. However Pikachu is ready and uses {{m|Quick Attack}} to dodge the falling rocks, even using some of them for momentum, and lands a direct hit on Electivire causing damage. However, Electivire recovers and grabs Pikachu with its tails and when Pikachu tries to use {{m|Iron Tail}}, Electivire jolts Pikachu around so that he can't land the attack. Pikachu hits the ground, but is able to escape the pseudo-Constrict by Electivire's tails. Paul tells Electivire to use Brick Break, and Pikachu tries to circumvent the attack from happening with Quick Attack, but Electivire lands the attack dead-on. The two Pokémon jumps back after clearing the impact. Ash tells Pikachu to use {{m|Volt Tackle}}, sending Reggie watching from a television in [[Veilstone City]] and {{an|Barry}} to stand up, knowing that this was a bad move on Ash's part. Paul, knowing what is about to happen, tells Electivire to block. Electivire holds out its arms as Pikachu lands Volt Tackle, and the attack is so powerful electricity lights up the entire stadium. As Pikachu lands and is damaged by the [[recoil]], Electivire starts to speed up thanks to its {{a|Motor Drive}} ability (which increases Electivire's speed when hit by an {{Type|Electric}} attack, such as Pikachu's Volt Tackle). Paul tells Electivire to use {{m|ThunderPunch}}, and Electivire speeds forward so fast it can barely be seen moving and prepares to strike. However it seems Ash anticipated this, and actually allowed the speed boost to draw Electivire in. Ash tells Pikachu to use Iron Tail at the last moment and the two attacks collide together however the strategy has backfired on Ash as Pikachu is left unable to move. Paul recounts his and Ash's [[DP003|first battle]] when Pikachu was battling Electivire when it was just a {{p|Elekid}}, and how Elekid was able to immobilize Pikachu by grabbing Iron Tail while keeping its other hand free to use Brick Break. Ash realizes that Paul is about to do the same, and there's nothing Pikachu can do to stop it. Paul tells Electivire to use Brick Break, and as Electivire powers up its fist Ash tells Pikachu to try and hold on. Brick Break lands directly on Pikachu's head, sending him flying. Pikachu tries to get up after landing from the fall but it turns out to have been too much and Pikachu faints, leaving Ash with one Pokémon left, Infernape. Ash puts Pikachu behind him, and thanks him for his hard work.

Ash sends out Infernape. Electivire and Infernape have a long standing rivalry, even from the {{p|Chimchar}}-{{p|Elekid}} days. [[Jessie]], [[James]] and {{MTR}} are busy stuffing their faces, watching this intense battle, when they should be selling the food. Electivire starts things out with a ThunderPunch and Infernape counters with {{m|Mach Punch}}, and the two attacks collide and neutralize each other. Infernape uses {{m|Flamethrower}}, which is blocked by Electivire's {{m|Protect}}. Electivire uses {{m|Thunder}} to create a [[Counter Shield]] around the battlefield, but Infernape uses {{m|Dig}} to travel underground and avoid the attack. Infernape surfaces below Electivire and hits it dead-on, but then takes damage from the {{DL|Status ailment|poison}} it received earlier. Electivire manages to stand up. After yet another blocked Flamethrower, Infernape and Electivire start attacking with Mach Punch and ThunderPunch, respectively continuously. They both each land an attack before another Flamethrower by Infernape is blocked by Electivire's Protect. Ash instructs Infernape to use Mach Punch, but Electivire dodges it and wraps its tail around Infernape's arm. Reggie still watching the battle pleads Ash not to fall for that trick again. It uses Thunder while Infernape is connected to it, causing more damage than a normal Thunder attack. It continues to use Thunder on Infernape for a long time.

Infernape collapses to the ground when Electivire finally lets it go. As it has taken a severe beating throughout the match. The gang, {{an|Barry}}, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} and [[Team Rocket]] are all desperate for Infernape to get up but it appears to have been too much. The [[battle judge|referee]] begins to declare Infernape unable to battle... when Electivire interrupts him, knowing that Infernape still has the ability to fight and wants to finish the battle properly. Paul tells Infernape that he thought it had gotten stronger, but once again all it has managed to do is disappoint him before he turns away as if to leave...

Infernape suddenly regains its senses and Ash responds to him 'fraid not!'. Much to everyone's (except Ash's) surprise, Infernape stands, and Ash declares that it's time to show Paul just how strong Infernape has become as it activates its {{a|Blaze}}. Reggie realizes Ash must have wanted that Mach Punch thrown earlier to miss on purpose so he can have Infernape unlock its true power. Ash orders a Flamethrower, and Infernape fires a super-powerful blast at Electivire who tries to hold it back with Thunder but can't stand up to the sheer power. Ash then has Infernape use Mach Punch which hits and sends Electivire flying but it still lands on its feet. Now both fully absorbed in the intensity of the match, Paul screams for a ThunderPunch while Ash orders Infernape to use {{m|Flare Blitz}}. The two Pokémon, battling to the limits of their power, land their attacks against the other which creates a maelstrom of fire and electricity streaming into the sky, illuminating the stadium. Eventually Infernape ends up on the other side of Electivire, feeling the recoil from Flare Blitz while Electivire, after a delayed reaction, feels the force of the power attack. The smoke clears, but Electivire is still standing and the two Pokémon stare each other down... as do their trainers as a deathly silence falls over the battlefield. The two Pokémon remain perfectly still for what feels like an eternity... until, finally, Electivire falls and is declared as being unable to continue, making Ash the victor of this truly intense battle. Brock, Dawn, Piplup and Barry scream out in elation for Ash's victorious win over Paul. [[Team Rocket]] is elated Ash won, leaving Jessie happy and James in tears. Then, they remembered they accidentally ate all the food, while during the battle. Paul thanks Electivire for its hard work. As Paul is about to say something, Infernape almost fell but got held by Ash. Paul walks away relieved and the pairing results for the next battle come up, pairing Ash with the mysterious [[Tobias]] and {{p|Darkrai|his Darkrai}}. Tobias saw the screen and walked away. Back in [[Veilstone City]], Reggie delivers the news to Paul's other Pokémon, who are sad Paul lost but happy that he gave it his all.

Later, Brock and Dawn are walking outside and run into Barry, where they are all looking for Ash. Then, [[Cynthia]] comes forward, and Barry is awestruck at being face-to-face with the Champion. Cynthia explains that although Ash and Paul are very different people and may never truly be friends, all their time feuding and battling with each other has created a bond between them that can never be broken. Both have learnt a lot from each other and have both become far stronger as a result...

''"When one life meets another life, something will be born."''

Cynthia finishes by telling everyone that she is eager for the day when Ash or Paul make it all the way to the Champion League so she could face them in battle properly.

Paul is about to leave [[Lily of the Valley Island]] when Ash calls out to him. Ash asks if Paul is leaving already, which Paul confirms as there is nothing here for him anymore. He will be heading to [[Snowpoint City]] to challenge [[Pyramid King Brandon|Brandon]]. Paul asks if Infernape is doing okay, and Ash replies yes... upon which Paul finally admits that Infernape is strong and Ash has done a great job in raising it. Paul turns to leave, and Ash tells Paul that they will battle again someday. Paul signals a goodbye to him, letting his rival know that he has earned his respect and bringing their long-standing rivalry to an end. As Paul leaves, Ash considers the events of the day. He has won his most important and intense battle ever, but now, he has an even bigger challenge to face, his next opponent, [[Tobias]] and his powerful {{p|Darkrai}}...

==Major events==
* The [[full battle]] between {{Ash}} and [[Paul]] ends, with Ash as the victor, resulting in Ash's first victory over Paul in a traditional Pokémon battle.
* Ash learns he will be battling [[Tobias]] in the semi-finals of the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]].
* Paul announces his intention to head to [[Snowpoint City]] and re-challenge {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}}.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====


==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Paul]]
* {{an|Barry}}
* [[Reggie]]
* [[Cynthia]]
* [[Tobias]]
* Referee
* Audience

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Infernape}} ({{OP|Ash|Infernape}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Torterra}} ({{OP|Paul|Torterra}})
* {{p|Electivire}} ({{OP|Paul|Electivire}})
* {{p|Elekid}} ({{OP|Paul|Electivire}}; flashback)
* {{p|Honchkrow}} ({{OP|Paul|Honchkrow}})
* {{p|Weavile}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Ursaring}} ({{OP|Paul|Ursaring}})
* {{p|Drapion}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Darkrai}} ([[Tobias]]'s)
* {{p|Staraptor}} ([[Reggie]]'s)
* {{p|Swalot}} ([[Reggie]]'s)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]] isn't shown at the end of the episode. Instead, a preview from the upcoming {{series|Best Wishes}} was shown.
* ''[[Type: Wild]]'', the Instrumental version of ''[[A Small Thing]]'', and music from ''[[M06|Jirachi: Wish Maker]]'' and ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' were used in this episode.
* As of this episode, this is the first time that a single battle has spanned more than two consecutive episodes.
** The battle also had the most Pokémon affected with [[status ailment]]s ever in just one battle in the anime, with two Pokémon getting {{status|burn}}ed, five being {{status|poison}}ed and two (counting {{AP|Buizel}}'s Ice Aqua Jet) being {{status|Freeze|frozen}}.

===Errors===
* When Infernape uses Mach Punch on Electivire while Blaze is active, for a split second, Infernape looks as if it doesn't have its Blaze active.
* In one scene, Ash's Diamond and Pearl hat looked like the one he wore in Hoenn.
* When Electivire uses Thunder on Infernape, the red part of Electivire's tail was pink.

===Dub edits===
* ''[[Type: Wild]]'' was replaced in the English dub with an instrumental of ''[[The Ultimate Challenge]]'' while another instrumental replaced the instrumental of ''[[A Small Thing]]''.

==In other languages==
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|nl={{tt|Een Relatie Ontdooit door Dit Gevecht!|A Relationship Thaws thanks to This Battle!}}
|fi={{tt|Jää murtuu otellen!|The ice breaks by battling!}}
|it={{tt|Una lotta dai risvolti inaspettati!|A fight with unexpected repercussions!}}
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title_en=Battling a Thaw in Relations! |
title_ja=決着ライバルバトル！サトシ対シンジ！！|
title_ja_trans=Conclusion of Rival Battle! {{tt|Satoshi|Ash}} vs {{tt|Shinji|Paul}}!! |
broadcast_jp=August 19, 2010 |
broadcast_us=January 15, 2011 |
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en_op=[[We Will Carry On!]] |
ja_op=[[The Greatest - Everyday!|「サイコー・エブリディ！」（ＢＡＮＤ　ＶＥＲＳＩＯＮ）]] |
ja_ed=[[In Your Heart, LaLaLa|君の胸にＬａＬａＬａ]] |
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'''Battling a Thaw in Relations!''' (Japanese: '''決着ライバルバトル！サトシ対シンジ！！''' ''Conclusion of Rival Battle! {{tt|Satoshi|Ash}} vs {{tt|Shinji|Paul}}!!'') is the 188th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 654th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on August 19, 2010, and in the United States on January 15, 2011.
{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
The episode begins right where it left off, with {{AP|Gliscor}} diving towards Drapion with an {{m|X-Scissor}} attack. It is subsequently blocked by Drapion's {{m|Pin Missile}} at the last moment, sending Gliscor flying back and landing on the ground. When [[Paul]] instructs Drapion to use {{m|Cross Poison}}, {{Ash}} calls out to Gliscor to use {{m|Fire Fang}}, and Gliscor is all ready to go. It jumps up, dodging the Cross Poison along the way. Gliscor lands the Fire Fang attack, which envelops Drapion {{status|Burn|in fire}} for a moment. Paul does a quiet growl at this while Ash grits his teeth with hope. Drapion then subsequently fainted, thus leaving Paul with one final Pokémon. The gang decides to cheer him on, but {{an|Brock}} reminds everyone that while Ash may have three Pokémon left, they've all taken damage as opposed to Paul's final Pokémon who has yet to enter the battle.

Ash decides to call back Gliscor when Paul sends out his final Pokémon which is none other than {{TP|Paul|Electivire}}, the only Pokémon on Paul's current team that Ash has battled before. Gliscor lets Ash know it can still battle, so Ash decided to leave Gliscor in given that it has a type-advantage over Electivire. Paul tells Electivire to start by using {{m|Thunder}} and directing it into the ground. Electivire sends its twin tails into the ground and directs Thunder into it, which sends chunks of the ground up into the air and falling onto Gliscor. {{an|Brock}} realizes that Paul thought of this strategy as a result of {{AP|Infernape}} using {{m|Flare Blitz}} underground earlier. Ash tells Gliscor to use {{m|Giga Impact}} and Electivire blocks the attack with its hands and catches Gliscor with its tail. Ash tries to call out a command, but Gliscor is unable to make an attack. Paul tells Electivire to use {{m|Brick Break}} on Gliscor, and it lands on Gliscor's head, causing it to faint. Thus, leaving Ash with two Pokémon, {{AP|Pikachu}} and Infernape.

Ash sends in Pikachu next, and Paul tells Electivire to direct Thunder into the ground again. Once again, the ground erupts and rocks are sent flying to towards Pikachu. However Pikachu is ready and uses {{m|Quick Attack}} to dodge the falling rocks, even using some of them for momentum, and lands a direct hit on Electivire causing damage. However, Electivire recovers and grabs Pikachu with its tails and when Pikachu tries to use {{m|Iron Tail}}, Electivire jolts Pikachu around so that he can't land the attack. Pikachu hits the ground, but is able to escape the pseudo-Constrict by Electivire's tails. Paul tells Electivire to use Brick Break, and Pikachu tries to circumvent the attack from happening with Quick Attack, but Electivire lands the attack dead-on. The two Pokémon jumps back after clearing the impact. Ash tells Pikachu to use {{m|Volt Tackle}}, sending Reggie watching from a television in [[Veilstone City]] and {{an|Barry}} to stand up, knowing that this was a bad move on Ash's part. Paul, knowing what is about to happen, tells Electivire to block. Electivire holds out its arms as Pikachu lands Volt Tackle, and the attack is so powerful electricity lights up the entire stadium. As Pikachu lands and is damaged by the [[recoil]], Electivire starts to speed up thanks to its {{a|Motor Drive}} ability (which increases Electivire's speed when hit by an {{Type|Electric}} attack, such as Pikachu's Volt Tackle). Paul tells Electivire to use {{m|ThunderPunch}}, and Electivire speeds forward so fast it can barely be seen moving and prepares to strike. However it seems Ash anticipated this, and actually allowed the speed boost to draw Electivire in. Ash tells Pikachu to use Iron Tail at the last moment and the two attacks collide together however the strategy has backfired on Ash as Pikachu is left unable to move. Paul recounts his and Ash's [[DP003|first battle]] when Pikachu was battling Electivire when it was just a {{p|Elekid}}, and how Elekid was able to immobilize Pikachu by grabbing Iron Tail while keeping its other hand free to use Brick Break. Ash realizes that Paul is about to do the same, and there's nothing Pikachu can do to stop it. Paul tells Electivire to use Brick Break, and as Electivire powers up its fist Ash tells Pikachu to try and hold on. Brick Break lands directly on Pikachu's head, sending him flying. Pikachu tries to get up after landing from the fall but it turns out to have been too much and Pikachu faints, leaving Ash with one Pokémon left, Infernape. Ash puts Pikachu behind him, and thanks him for his hard work.

Ash sends out Infernape. Electivire and Infernape have a long standing rivalry, even from the {{p|Chimchar}}-Elekid days. [[Jessie]], [[James]] and {{MTR}} are busy stuffing their faces, watching this intense battle, when they should be selling the food. Electivire starts things out with a ThunderPunch and Infernape counters with {{m|Mach Punch}}, and the two attacks collide and neutralize each other. Infernape uses {{m|Flamethrower}}, which is blocked by Electivire's {{m|Protect}}. Electivire uses {{m|Thunder}} to create a [[Counter Shield]] around the battlefield, but Infernape uses {{m|Dig}} to travel underground and avoid the attack. Infernape surfaces below Electivire and hits it dead-on, but then takes damage from the {{DL|Status ailment|poison}} it received earlier. Electivire manages to stand up. After yet another blocked Flamethrower, Infernape and Electivire start attacking with Mach Punch and ThunderPunch, respectively continuously. They both each land an attack before another Flamethrower by Infernape is blocked by Electivire's Protect. Ash instructs Infernape to use Mach Punch, but Electivire dodges it and wraps its tail around Infernape's arm. Reggie still watching the battle pleads Ash not to fall for that trick again. It uses Thunder while Infernape is connected to it, causing more damage than a normal Thunder attack. It continues to use Thunder on Infernape for a long time.

Infernape collapses to the ground when Electivire finally lets it go. As it has taken a severe beating throughout the match. The gang, {{an|Barry}}, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} and [[Team Rocket]] are all desperate for Infernape to get up but it appears to have been too much. The [[battle judge|referee]] begins to declare Infernape unable to battle... when Electivire interrupts him, knowing that Infernape still has the ability to fight and wants to finish the battle properly. Paul tells Infernape that he thought it had gotten stronger, but once again all it has managed to do is disappoint him before he turns away as if to leave...

Infernape suddenly regains its senses and Ash responds to him 'fraid not!'. Much to everyone's (except Ash's) surprise, Infernape stands, and Ash declares that it's time to show Paul just how strong Infernape has become as it activates its {{a|Blaze}}. Reggie realizes Ash must have wanted that Mach Punch thrown earlier to miss on purpose so he can have Infernape unlock its true power. Ash orders a Flamethrower, and Infernape fires a super-powerful blast at Electivire who tries to hold it back with Thunder but can't stand up to the sheer power. Ash then has Infernape use Mach Punch which hits and sends Electivire flying but it still lands on its feet. Now both fully absorbed in the intensity of the match, Paul screams for a ThunderPunch while Ash orders Infernape to use {{m|Flare Blitz}}. The two Pokémon, battling to the limits of their power, land their attacks against the other which creates a maelstrom of fire and electricity streaming into the sky, illuminating the stadium. Eventually Infernape ends up on the other side of Electivire, feeling the recoil from Flare Blitz while Electivire, after a delayed reaction, feels the force of the power attack. The smoke clears, but Electivire is still standing and the two Pokémon stare each other down... as do their trainers as a deathly silence falls over the battlefield. The two Pokémon remain perfectly still for what feels like an eternity... until, finally, Electivire falls and is declared as being unable to continue, making Ash the victor of this truly intense battle. Brock, Dawn, Piplup and Barry scream out in elation for Ash's victorious win over Paul. [[Team Rocket]] is elated Ash won, leaving Jessie happy and James in tears. Then, they remembered they accidentally ate all the food, while during the battle. Paul thanks Electivire for its hard work. As Paul is about to say something, Infernape almost fell but got held by Ash. Paul walks away relieved and the pairing results for the next battle come up, pairing Ash with the mysterious [[Tobias]] and {{p|Darkrai|his Darkrai}}. Tobias saw the screen and walked away. Back in [[Veilstone City]], Reggie delivers the news to Paul's other Pokémon, who are sad Paul lost but happy that he gave it his all.

Later, Brock and Dawn are walking outside and run into Barry, where they are all looking for Ash. Then, [[Cynthia]] comes forward, and Barry is awestruck at being face-to-face with the Champion. Cynthia explains that although Ash and Paul are very different people and may never truly be friends, all their time feuding and battling with each other has created a bond between them that can never be broken. Both have learnt a lot from each other and have both become far stronger as a result...

''"When one life meets another life, something will be born."''

Cynthia finishes by telling everyone that she is eager for the day when Ash or Paul make it all the way to the Champion League so she could face them in battle properly.

Paul is about to leave [[Lily of the Valley Island]] when Ash calls out to him. Ash asks if Paul is leaving already, which Paul confirms as there is nothing here for him anymore. He will be heading to [[Snowpoint City]] to challenge [[Pyramid King Brandon|Brandon]]. Paul asks if Infernape is doing okay, and Ash replies yes... upon which Paul finally admits that Infernape is strong and Ash has done a great job in raising it. Paul turns to leave, and Ash tells Paul that they will battle again someday. Paul signals a goodbye to him, letting his rival know that he has earned his respect and bringing their long-standing rivalry to an end. As Paul leaves, Ash considers the events of the day. He has won his most important and intense battle ever, but now, he has an even bigger challenge to face, his next opponent, [[Tobias]] and his powerful {{p|Darkrai}}...

==Major events==
* The [[full battle]] between {{Ash}} and [[Paul]] ends, with Ash as the victor, resulting in Ash's first victory over Paul in a traditional Pokémon battle.
* Ash learns he will be battling [[Tobias]] in the semi-finals of the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]].
* Paul announces his intention to head to [[Snowpoint City]] and re-challenge {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}}.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====


==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Paul]]
* {{an|Barry}}
* [[Reggie]]
* [[Cynthia]]
* [[Tobias]]
* Referee
* Audience

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Infernape}} ({{OP|Ash|Infernape}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Torterra}} ({{OP|Paul|Torterra}})
* {{p|Electivire}} ({{OP|Paul|Electivire}})
* {{p|Elekid}} ({{OP|Paul|Electivire}}; flashback)
* {{p|Honchkrow}} ({{OP|Paul|Honchkrow}})
* {{p|Weavile}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Ursaring}} ({{OP|Paul|Ursaring}})
* {{p|Drapion}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Darkrai}} ([[Tobias]]'s)
* {{p|Staraptor}} ([[Reggie]]'s)
* {{p|Swalot}} ([[Reggie]]'s)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]] isn't shown at the end of the episode. Instead, a preview from the upcoming {{series|Best Wishes}} was shown.
* ''[[Type: Wild]]'', the Instrumental version of ''[[A Small Thing]]'', and music from ''[[M06|Jirachi: Wish Maker]]'' and ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' were used in this episode.
* As of this episode, this is the first time that a single battle has spanned more than two consecutive episodes.
** The battle also had the most Pokémon affected with [[status ailment]]s ever in just one battle in the anime, with two Pokémon getting {{status|burn}}ed, five being {{status|poison}}ed and two (counting {{AP|Buizel}}'s Ice Aqua Jet) being {{status|Freeze|frozen}}.

===Errors===
* When Infernape uses Mach Punch on Electivire while Blaze is active, for a split second, Infernape looks as if it doesn't have its Blaze active.
* In one scene, Ash's Diamond and Pearl hat looked like the one he wore in Hoenn.
* When Electivire uses Thunder on Infernape, the red part of Electivire's tail was pink.

===Dub edits===
* ''[[Type: Wild]]'' was replaced in the English dub with an instrumental of ''[[The Ultimate Challenge]]'' while another instrumental replaced the instrumental of ''[[A Small Thing]]''.

==In other languages==
{{Epilang|color=FFCCCC|bordercolor=9999FF
|zh_cmn={{tt|終結的宿敵對戰！小智對真司！！|Conclusion of Rival Battle! Ash vs. Paul!!}}
|nl={{tt|Een Relatie Ontdooit door Dit Gevecht!|A Relationship Thaws thanks to This Battle!}}
|fi={{tt|Jää murtuu otellen!|The ice breaks by battling!}}
|it={{tt|Una lotta dai risvolti inaspettati!|A fight with unexpected repercussions!}}
|es_eu={{tt|¡El combate que romperá el hielo!|The Battle that will Break the Ice!}}
}}
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[[Category:Episodes written by Atsuhiro Tomioka|654]]
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[[Category:Episodes animated by Masaaki Iwane|654]]
[[Category:Episodes in which a legendary Pokémon appears|654]]
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DP187

2011-10-06T03:18:03Z

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'''A Real Rival Rouser!''' (Japanese: '''激闘フルバトル！サトシ対シンジ！！''' ''Intense Fighting Full Battle! {{tt|Satoshi|Ash}} vs {{tt|Shinji|Paul}}!!'') is the 187th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 653rd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on August 12, 2010 and in the United States on January 8, 2011.
{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
The intense battle between {{Ash}} and [[Paul]] continues! The battle continues from where it left off, {{AP|Buizel}} locked in {{DL|Paul|Drapion}}'s tail. When Buizel tries to use {{m|SonicBoom}} with his free tail, Drapion just grabs it with a free arm, rendering it useless. Ash instructs Buizel to puff up the life preserver object on his neck and then let the air out in an instant. After freeing himself, Buizel uses {{m|Water Gun}} to lift himself into the air, away from Drapion. With Buizel still in the air, Drapion uses {{m|Toxic Spikes}}, littering the field with them and {{status|poison}}ing Buizel. Then, Drapion uses {{m|Pin Missile}} to finish off Buizel, thus leaving Ash with five Pokémon.

Ash then sends out {{AP|Staraptor}} to battle Drapion next. Drapion uses Pin Missile, which Staraptor effectively dodges with its high speed. It then comes down with an {{m|Aerial Ace}}, which Drapion manages to dodge at the last second, and captures Staraptor like it did with Buizel. Drapion uses {{m|Cross Poison}} on the trapped Staraptor, and then Drapion throws Staraptor onto the ground, poisoning it with the remnants of Toxic Spikes, thus knocking out Staraptor.

Ash then sends out {{AP|Torterra}} next, and Torterra feels the effect of the Toxic Spikes instantaneously. Drapion uses Cross Poison on Torterra, and Torterra sends Drapion away with {{m|Energy Ball}}. Ash quickly attacks again with {{m|Leaf Storm}}, hitting Drapion again. Paul instructs Drapion to use Pin Missile to counter the Leaf Storm, which end up neutralizing each other. Torterra comes out of the smoke with a {{m|Rock Climb}}, but is grabbed by Drapion when he is just about to attack and uses {{m|Poison Fang}} on Torterra. Torterra uses {{m|Synthesis}} to gain back some energy and Drapion comes to attack with Pin Missile, again, hitting Torterra and knocking it out, leaving Ash with three Pokémon. Paul asks Ash if he's planning to send out {{AP|Gliscor}} next, to which Ash responds that Paul is correct. Paul recalls Drapion as he tells Ash that he already knows all the Pokémon that Ash will be using because he purposely let him take out his [[Paul#Aggron|Aggron]], and [[Paul#Gastrodon|Gastrodon]] so he could be certain of Ash's strategy and exactly which Pokémon he'd use. Paul then says that ever since he kept Drapion on the field, he had been able to predict every one of Ash's moves, but much to his shock, Ash is still willing to continue. Ash states there is nobody like Paul and he states that is why he is not losing to him that easily.

Ash sends out Gliscor and Paul sends out his fourth Pokémon, {{DL|Paul|Ninjask}}, which uses {{m|Agility}} right from the start. Ash tells Gliscor to use its newest attack, {{m|Stone Edge}}. However it is easily dodged by Ninjask, still using Agility (Its ability {{a|Speed Boost}} was also helping it move faster too as Brock noticed). Ninjask comes in with a quick {{m|Fury Cutter}}, hitting Gliscor countless times. While falling, Gliscor regains lift and tries to use {{m|Fire Fang}} on Ninjask, but is unsuccessful and Gliscor falls into the field and gains the effect from the Toxic Spikes Drapion had left. Ash recalls Gliscor and sends out {{AP|Infernape}}, who also gets poisoned from the Toxic Spikes. Ash realizes that he's at a major disadvantage while Toxic Spikes are active and tells Infernape to use {{m|Dig}} and leave Paul and Ninjask wondering where it is. Infernape uses {{m|Flare Blitz}} underground, illuminating the entire field in a bright red, alleviating the Toxic Spikes, and also damaging Ninjask. Paul tells Ninjask to use {{m|Giga Drain}} and begins to sap energy from Infernape. At this point everyone notices that Ninjask is not moving as fast as it originally was shown to be. Brock guesses that the damage from Flare Blitz must have canceled Speed Boost out for the time being. As Ninjask drains away its energy, Infernape scrutinizes Ninjask's movements carefully and lands a successful {{m|Mach Punch}}, knocking out Ninjask. Ash and Paul are now tied with three Pokémon each that are able to battle and Ash, knowing Infernape is starting to get tired, recalls it for some rest.

Paul sends out his next Pokémon, {{DL|Paul|Froslass}}. Knowing he's going up against in {{type2|Ice}} Pokémon, Ash decides to send in {{AP|Pikachu}}. Paul starts things off by having Froslass use {{m|Hail}}, and a thick cold mist soon surrounds the entire battlefield. Froslass begins fading in and out of view, preventing Pikachu from following her movements. Brock explains that Froslass's ability, {{a|Snow Cloak}} has come into effect. Pikachu tries to get an idea on where Froslass is but to no avail, and things become more urgent when Pikachu starts to take damage from the Hail. Ash commands a {{m|Thunderbolt}} and Pikachu tries to hit Froslass, however, the Hail severely rescricts the attack and it doesn't even get close to its target. Paul commands Froslass to use {{m|Ice Shard}}, which scores a direct hit against Pikachu. As Thunderbolt isn't working, Ash tells Pikachu to use {{m|Volt Tackle}}, however he passes right through Froslass without even hitting her. Froslass uses Ice Shard and Ash tells Pikachu to watch out and to use {{m|Iron Tail}}, destroying the Ice Shard and elevating Pikachu into the air. He uses Iron Tail again and finally lands an attack on Froslass, sending her flying into the ground suffering major damage from the super-effective hit. Hail finally subsides, leaving Froslass with nowhere to hide. Paul orders an {{m|Ice Beam}} which hits Pikachu encasing him in ice. Paul tells Froslass to use Ice Shard again, but Pikachu is one step ahead and uses Volt Tackle to escape the ice and hit Froslass before she can even release the Ice Shard. Pikachu suffers [[recoil]] from the attack, but it turns out to be worth it as Froslass is left unable to battle. Ash knows this battle took a lot out of Pikachu and recalls him back to the sidelines.

Paul sends Drapion back out and Ash sends Gliscor back out and encourages it, telling it to show Paul what it learned from [[McCann]]. Drapion uses Pin Missile to start things off and Gliscor quickly dodges the attack. Gliscor uses Stone Edge and Drapion uses Cross Poison to neutralize the Stone Edge. Gliscor is shielded by the remnants of the neutralization of Stone Edge, he then uses {{m|Giga Impact}} in the clouds and comes down to hit Drapion before he could use Poison Fang. Drapion turns around only to be shocked that Gliscor is not there despite that Gliscor hit it with Giga Impact. Paul and Drapion then find that Gliscor is rolling around in the sky, safe from Drapion while he recharges from the Giga Impact. [[Reggie]], who was watching the battle on TV, remarks that Paul's predictions have been crushed and he can no longer predict Ash's strategies. Drapion uses Pin Missile and Gliscor quickly dodges the attack like how Staraptor did earlier, and uses {{m|X-Scissor}} while falling towards Drapion. With the battle entering its final stages, both Ash and Paul are ready to battle to their fullest... however it remains to be seen who will emerge victorious!

==Major events==
* {{Ash}} and [[Paul]] continue their [[full battle]].
* Paul is revealed to still own the {{p|Ninjask}} he had caught shortly before capturing {{AP|Chimchar|Infernape}}.
* [[Ash's Gliscor]] is revealed to have learned {{m|Stone Edge}}.
* Paul is revealed to have obtained a {{p|Froslass}}.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===

====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Barry}}
* [[Paul]]
* [[Reggie]]
* [[Charles Goodshow|Mr. Goodshow]]
* [[Cynthia]]
* Referee
* Audience

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Torterra}} ({{OP|Ash|Torterra}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Infernape}} ({{OP|Ash|Infernape}})
* {{p|Buizel}} ({{OP|Ash|Buizel}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Ninjask}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Froslass}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Drapion}} ([[Paul]]'s)

==Trivia==
* Music from ''[[M05|Pokémon Heroes]]'', ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]'', and ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'' is played during the episode.
* This episode marks the first time {{AP|Pikachu}} manages to defeat one of [[Paul]]'s Pokémon.
* Although it has been mentioned in the past, this episode marks the first time Pikachu is explicitly shown to suffer [[recoil]] from using {{m|Volt Tackle}}.
* The effect of {{m|Toxic Spikes}} is shown differently in this episode to how it works in the games. While in the games Toxic Spikes will {{status|poison}} any Pokémon sent into battle (with the exception of {{t|Flying}}-, {{t|Steel}}-, {{type2|Poison}}, and {{a|Levitate|Levitating}} Pokémon), in this episode it is shown to poison any Pokémon that touches the ground affected by Toxic Spikes regardless of type except for {{type2|Poison}} Pokémon, as Brock mentioned that Ash needed one because they are immune to the effect.
* This episode shows that Toxic Spikes could be removed without the aid of {{m|Rapid Spin}} or {{m|Defog}}. With some improvisation, {{AP|Infernape}} incinerated the field with {{m|Flare Blitz}} while {{m|Dig|underground}}, once again ignoring game mechanics and effectively removing its effect.
* A portion of the dub title is likely a play on "rabble rouser".

===Errors===
*When Ash sends out Infernape to battle Ninjask, it took damage from the Toxic Spikes and in the next scene, Infernape's tail was missing. However, it could be due to the camera's angle.
*{{p|Drapion}} was able to dodge {{AP|Staraptor}}'s {{m|Aerial Ace}} easily despite the move having a 100% chance of hitting the target.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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DP186

2011-10-05T04:58:12Z

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'''Familiarity Breeds Strategy!''' (Japanese: '''ライバル決戦！サトシ対シンジ！！''' ''Rival Decisive Battle! {{tt|Satoshi|Ash}} vs {{tt|Shinji|Paul}}!!'') is the 186th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 652nd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on August 5, 2010 and in the United States on December 18, 2010.
{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
Having both progressed through the initial rounds of the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]], it's finally time for Ash and Paul's long awaited league battle. With {{an|Brock}}, {{an|Dawn}}, {{an|Barry}} and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} (acting as a cheerleader) watching from the stands, [[Team Rocket]] selling snacks to the audience and {{pkmn|Champion}} [[Cynthia]] and [[Charles Goodshow]] observing too, both competitors are brought into the main stadium where they will conduct a [[full battle]] to decide who will get through to the semi-finals. Ash decides to begin with {{AP|Pikachu}}, and Paul sends out his first Pokémon, {{p|Aggron}}. The two trainers face off, both aiming to settle their long-standing [[rival]]ry once and for all...

The action then shows a flashback of Ash preparing for his battle against Paul by getting in some last-minute training alongside {{AP|Gliscor}}, which has recently returned from its training with [[McCann]] the Air Master. Gliscor practices {{m|Giga Impact}} in a session with Dawn's {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} while {{an|Barry}} watches from Ash's side. After commending his Pokémon on how much its improved since being left for training, Ash reflects on his [[DP131|past]] [[DP132|battle]] with Paul, on how badly he lost and how much he's hoped to have improved. Inside the [[Pokémon Center]], Dawn preps Piplup and gives him his new cheering uniform. Meanwhile, Paul talks to [[Reggie]] about his upcoming battle with Ash just as Dawn enters the lobby looking for her friends, but she quickly ducks out of sight. Reggie regrets not being able to be there, but Paul understands that he cannot just drop his {{tc|Pokémon Breeder|Breeder}} responsibilities. Reggie wishes Paul luck and hopes that he wins the match. Paul discovers Dawn eavesdropping and as they walk outside, Paul confesses his main problem with Ash... his talk about bringing out a Pokémon's inner strength and how any Pokémon has the potential to be strong reminds him a lot of Reggie. Dawn points out to Paul that just as Reggie is Reggie, Ash is Ash and does things his own way. Everyone soon meets outside, and Paul tells Ash the he will see him on the battlefield to which Ash agrees.

Returning to the present, Paul begins by having Aggron use {{m|Metal Claw}}, and Ash has Pikachu counter with {{m|Iron Tail}} and the two {{type2|Steel}} moves impact canceling each other out. Paul then tells Aggron to use {{m|Metal Sound}}. A high-pitched noise is produced from Aggron's horns which causes pain to Pikachu. In the stands, {{MTR}} is also affected and can barely move, leading Jessie and James to cheer for Ash in order to make sure no-one notices Meowth. Piplup is also affected by the attack as Brock explains that Metal Sound lowers a Pokémon's special defense. Ash instructs Pikachu to use {{m|Thunderbolt}} to stop Aggron's attack, and Pikachu manages to pull it off, stopping Aggron as well as causing a little damage. Pikachu then uses {{m|Volt Tackle}}, speeding towards Aggron. Paul counters with Aggron's {{m|Flash Cannon}}, hitting Pikachu and sending him flying, rolling back onto his feet. Ash knows Pikachu is struggling and decides to call him back to save for later and substitutes with {{AP|Infernape}}. Cynthia recognizes Infernape as the {{p|Chimchar}} she [[DP040|once battled]] while Team Rocket are excited to see Infernape battle, having had a soft spot for it since the [[Tag Battle Tournament]]. Paul tells Aggron to use {{m|Double-Edge}} while Ash tells Infernape to counter with {{m|Flare Blitz}}. The two powerful and dangerous attacks collide. The two are sent backwards, and Infernape suffers from the [[recoil]]. Unfortunately, Aggron has the {{a|Rock Head}} ability which cancels out the normal recoil from Double-Edge... but luckily for Ash, it turns out that Aggron has suffered {{Status|burn}}s from Flare Blitz. Ash then instructs Infernape to use {{m|Mach Punch}}, and Paul orders Aggron to use Flash Cannon, but Infernape lands the fast Mach Punch before Aggron can fire, sending Aggron flying into the wall behind Paul and crushing the surface on impact. When the smoke clears it is [[fainting|unable to battle]], giving Ash the lead.

Paul then sends out his {{p|Gastrodon}} and Ash calls back Infernape and sends out {{AP|Staraptor}}. Gastrodon begins with {{m|Muddy Water}} and Staraptor uses {{m|Quick Attack}} and connects; Gastrodon continues using Muddy Water, circling its head above its body, and clips Staraptor. It quickly becomes clear that Gastrodon is using Ash's [[Counter Shield]] technique. Ash instructs Staraptor to dive down and use  Aerial Ace, and Gastrodon counter-attacks with {{m|Body Slam}}, trapping Staraptor with its soft body. Gastrodon then uses {{m|Water Pulse}} and shoots it straight up into the sky, which then picks up speed as it comes down. Gastrodon watches it intently; Ash and the gang realize that it will jump away at the last second, giving no time for Staraptor to dodge it. Just when all seems lost, Ash has Staraptor use {{m|Close Combat}} by banging hard into the ground, lifting him up, which knocks off Gastrodon and he escapes the Water Pulse. Paul orders Gastrodon to use {{m|Ice Beam}} while falling backwards, bringing the in-flight Staraptor to a screeching halt and crashing onto the field. Knowing Staraptor is at a big disadvantage since Gastrodon knows Ice Beam, Ash decides that he will have to recall Staraptor for later and change his strategy.

Ash calls back Staraptor and sends out {{AP|Buizel}}. At this point, Paul points out that what Ash is doing is too predictable now. He knows Ash is just trying to get rid of all the frustration his Pokémon felt from that loss back at Lake Acuity into his advantage here which is why he brought them all back for this battle. Ash states he is correct and that this is all what his Pokémon want. He knows they lost to him back at [[Lake Acuity]], but they are still beating him here no matter what. Buizel agrees immediately to what Ash has said. Gastrodon uses Ice Beam again and Buizel uses {{m|Aqua Jet}}, turning it into Ice Aqua Jet to hit Gastrodon. This hits Gastodon and causes it to jump up and Gastrodon then goes for Body Slam, and Ash thinks quickly and instructs Buizel to meet the attack with {{m|Ice Punch}}, causing Gastrodon to faint.

Ash settles himself, adjusting his cap and knows that the hard part of the battle has only just begun. At home in [[Veilstone City]], Reggie watches the broadcast, remarking that Paul had a back-up plan of Gastrodon using Ice Beam if Staraptor escaped, and wonders if Ash figured out that Paul had planned to sacrifice Aggron and Gastrodon all along in the first place. If not, he will need to do so right away.

Paul sends out {{p|Drapion}} and attacks with {{m|Pin Missile}}, which Buizel cancels out with its Counter Shield technique. Drapion then uses {{m|Cross Poison}}, which Buizel dodges by sliding behind Drapion. Buizel uses {{m|SonicBoom}} at Drapion's back, who blocks the attack with its tail. Drapion grabs Buizel with its tail, twisting around its torso to menace the struggling Buizel and ending this segment of the battle.

==Major events==

*In the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]] quarter-final, {{Ash}} and [[Paul]] begin their second [[full battle]].
*Paul is revealed to have obtained a {{p|Drapion}} and a {{p|Gastrodon}} while his {{p|Lairon}} is revealed to have evolved into an {{p|Aggron}}.
{{animeevents}}

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

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Paul]]
* {{an|Barry}}
* [[Reggie]]
* [[Charles Goodshow|Mr. Goodshow]]
* [[Cynthia]]
* Referee
* Audience

===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|Infernape}} ({{OP|Ash|Infernape}})
* {{p|Buizel}} ({{OP|Ash|Buizel}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Chimchar}} ({{OP|Ash|Infernape}}; flashback)
* {{p|Monferno}} ({{OP|Ash|Infernape}}; flashback)
* {{p|Mamoswine}} ({{OP|Dawn|Mamoswine}})
* {{p|Magmortar}} ({{OP|Paul|Magmortar}}; flashback)
* {{p|Electabuzz}} ({{OP|Paul|Electivire}}; flashback)
* {{p|Aggron}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Drapion}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Gastrodon}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Staraptor}} ([[Reggie]]'s)
* {{p|Swalot}} ([[Reggie]]'s)
* {{p|Garchomp}} ({{OP|Cynthia|Garchomp}}; flashback)

==Trivia==
* ''[[Oración]]'' and music from ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]'' and ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' are used as the background music in this episode.
* After seeing [[Ash's Gliscor]] fight [[Dawn's Mamoswine]], {{an|Barry}} does a pose similar to the pose of [[Mr. Parker|Gligarman]] from ''[[EP138|The Superhero Secret]]''.
* This episode marks the final appearance of {{an|Dawn}}'s {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} for [[Diamond & Pearl series|this series]].
* The dub title is a reference to the idiom ''familiarity breeds contempt''.

===Errors===
* As {{AP|Buizel}} was about to be frozen while in its {{m|Aqua Jet}}, its mouth was orange.
* While Buizel was about to hit Paul's Gastrodon with {{m|Ice Punch}}, the part below its mouth was green.
* After Paul's Gastrodon is knocked out, the mid-part of its head was colored the same as the lower half of its body. This is also seen when the knocked out Pokémon was shown of the screen of the scoreboard.
*When Buizel uses Ice Aqua Jet, the two stripes on its back are gone.

<gallery>
File:DP186 Buizel error.png|Error with Buizel
File:DP186 Gastrodon error.png|First error with Gastrodon
File:Buizel Ice Aqua Jet.png|Buizel's Ice Aqua Jet error
</gallery>

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn={{tt|宿敵決戰！小智對真司！！|Rival Decisive Battle! Ash vs. Paul!!}}
|nl={{tt|Vertrouwdheid Brengt Strategie Voort!|Trust Produces Strategy!}}
|fi={{tt|Tuttuus tietää tappiota!|Familiarity bodes defeat!}}
|it={{tt|Scontro tra vecchie conoscenze!|Battle between old acquaintances!}}
|es_eu={{tt|¡El conocimiento genera estrategia!|Knowledge Breeds Strategy!}}
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DP081

2011-10-01T01:05:47Z

Fojames: /* Synopsis */

{{EpicodePrevNext|
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title_en=Chim - Charred! |
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'''Chim - Charred!''' (Japanese: '''灼熱のヒコザル！''' ''The Scorching {{tt|Hikozaru|Chimchar}}!'') is the 81st episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 547th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It aired in Japan on May 29, 2008 and in the United States on October 25, 2008.
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==Synopsis==
The episode begins with {{Ash}} facing off against {{an|Dawn}} in a training match, while {{an|Brock}} and his Pokémon watch on. Ash commands {{AP|Pikachu}}, {{AP|Buizel}}, and {{AP|Turtwig}}, while Dawn commands {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}, {{AP|Staravia}}, and {{AP|Chimchar}}.

After the training session, {{AP|Gligar}} gets excited and hugs Ash, but ends up knocking him down. Brock offers a training match of his {{TP|Brock|Sudowoodo}} against Ash's Gligar, to calm its excitement.

Before they can start, a strong wind blows Gligar onto [[Team Rocket]]'s air balloon, sending them flying.

The scene changes to [[Paul]] and his {{TP|Paul|Electabuzz}} shocking a wild {{p|Drapion}}, in an attempt to catch it. This fails, however, as Ash's Gligar falls from the sky, right in front of Paul and the Drapion escapes. Paul scolds Gligar for interrupting the training and at that moment, Ash's Staravia leads Ash and co. to Gligar...and Paul.

Paul brings up Ash's performance in the [[Wallace Cup]], and Ash defends himself by saying he entered under [[Wallace]]'s recommendation, and that he saw it as a chance to help his Buizel become stronger. Paul retorts that's exactly why Ash criticized him for entering the [[Hearthome City]] Tag Battle Tournament which just makes Ash angry who responds that Paul only entered the Tag Battle Tournament so that he could force his Pokémon to become stronger while Ash entered to win. He criticizes Paul, saying that while they both share the dream of winning the [[Sinnoh League]] and challenging {{pkmn|Champion}} [[Cynthia]] their training methods couldn't be more different and Ash raises his Pokémon with love and trust. Brock reflects on Cynthia's helpful advice back at [[Amity Square]], but Paul says that is not his way of being a Pokemon Trainer. Ash is determined to show Paul he's a good trainer and asks for a battle, however Paul begins to walk away from Ash and co. Chimchar (who previously even after being released still felt fear of its old master) runs after Paul and yells at him. This seems to amuse Paul who reconsiders Ash's offer for a battle.

It's decided the match will be three-on-three. Dawn uses the Coin Toss option on her [[Pokétch]]. Ash wins the toss and asks his Pokémon which one wants to battle, to which Gligar can't volunteer quick enough. Ash agrees and allows Gligar to participate in its first proper battle. Paul responds by choosing his {{p|Gliscor}}, and Gligar is very nervous about facing its evolved form.

The battle begins and Ash tells Gligar to use {{m|X-Scissor}}, however Gliscor pounds back with {{m|Knock Off}}. Gligar begins to cry on the ground, when Ash tells it to try {{m|Sand-Attack}}. Gligar gets up and starts to throw sand in Gliscor's face, but the Fang Scorp Pokémon is unaffected by the attack. Paul then commands Gliscor to use {{m|Guillotine}}, and Ash tells Gligar to counter with {{m|Steel Wing}} but it's no good as Gliscor scores a direct hit and slams Gligar into the ground, knocking it out. Ash takes Gligar out and kindly tells it that's it ok and to and cheer for him with the rest of the team. Paul tells Ash that it's a good time for Gligar to learn that being defeated in battle is all the trainer's fault, which Ash's Pokémon don't take kindly to.

Paul sends out his {{TP|Paul|Ursaring}} next. Ash's Chimchar volunteers to fight next. The battle begins with Chimchar's {{m|Flamethrower}}. Ursaring uses {{m|Focus Blast}}. Chimchar uses Dig. Ursaring uses {{m|Hammer Arm}} on the ground, unearthing Chimchar and knocking him into the air. Chimchar dives down with a Flame Wheel, but Ursaring catches him. Ursaring uses {{m|Secret Power}} at close range. Due to the mysterious power of Ursaring's Secret Power attack, Chimchar was {{status|Flinch|flinched}} and can't attack. Despite encouragement from Ash and co., Ursaring uses Hammer Arm on Chimchar, burying him in a pile of rubble. Chimchar emerges in a flaming fury, having accessed {{a|Blaze}}, although it's not like any Blaze anyone's seen before. Remembering how Chimchar activated Blaze during his battle with the Zangoose, Paul knows that Chimchar is finally awake, as this is the power he was trying to unlock all along. Brock suggests that Chimchar is trying his best to defeat Paul, and has accessed Blaze due to the encouragement from Ash and the other Pokémon. Ursaring is ordered to use another Focus Blast, however Chimchar's Flame Wheel smashes through it and collides with Ursaring knocking it out.

Even though it won the battle, Chimchar's fury appears to be rising. Ash tells Chimchar it's time to stop, however Chimchar instead powers up another Flame Wheel and charges at Ash who is able to get out of the way. Chimchar then goes for Paul who is able to narrowly avoid being hit. Now Chimchar is bouncing all around, setting fire to the forest, as well as sending Team Rocket blasting off. Dawn's Piplup uses {{m|Whirlpool}} to put out the fires, while Ash's Buizel backs it up with {{m|Water Gun}}. Chimchar is now completely uncontrollable and attempts to get away, however he is blocked by Ash who begs Chimchar to stop. Chimchar's escape then blocked by Pikachu then Piplup, Buizel, Turtwig and Staravia causing Chimchar's fury to grow. Ash, knowing he needs to stop Chimchar here and now, grabs the Chimp Pokémon and holds him close and screams at him to stop, but Chimchar shows no sign of calming and bites him in the shoulder causing Ash intense pain. Dawn and the other Pokémon move to help Ash, but Brock and Pikachu stop them knowing Ash is able (and needs) to handle this alone. The intense heat caused by Chimchar begins to hurt Ash, but he refuses to let go and keeps begging Chimchar to stop. Eventually, under Ash's encouraging words, Chimchar finally calms down and regains control.

Chimchar is once again terrified, this time of Ash's anger, but Ash compliments Chimchar on its power, and says that he believes in Chimchar's power. Paul however asks what Ash will do the next time Chimchar ends up accessing Blaze, and if he will ever be able to control it. Ash believes Chimchar has the ability to handle the power it possesses. The rest of Ash and Paul's battle is called off, and Paul tells Ash he's a fool to believe that Chimchar can handle Blaze. Brock mentions that trainers need to trust their feelings, and that Chimchar's ability to control itself will have a massive effect on Ash's future in the Sinnoh League.

The episode ends with Ash embracing Chimchar and Paul walking away, both knowing that the two will battle again [[DP100|someday]]...

==Major events==
* {{Ash}} challenges [[Paul]] to a three-on-three battle but it gets called off.
* [[Ash's Chimchar]] activates {{a|Blaze}} which causes it to go on a violent rampage until it is stopped by Ash.
* {{TP|Paul|Electabuzz}} is revealed to have rejoined Paul's team.
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===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

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

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Turtwig}} ({{OP|Ash|Turtwig}})
* {{p|Staravia}} ({{OP|Ash|Staravia}})
* {{p|Chimchar}} ({{OP|Ash|Chimchar}})
* {{p|Buizel}} ({{OP|Ash|Buizel}})
* {{p|Gligar}} ({{OP|Ash|Gligar}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Sudowoodo}} ({{OP|Brock|Sudowoodo}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Electabuzz}} ({{OP|Paul|Electabuzz}})
* {{p|Ursaring}} ({{OP|Paul|Ursaring}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Drapion}}
* {{p|Zangoose}} (flashback)

==Trivia==
* [[Jessie's Yanmega]] has been added to the opening credits.
* At the end of the episode music from ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' can be heard playing in the background. This could reference the fact that the memorial at the end of the [[DP082|next episode]] was to that movie.
* The [[DP082|next episode]] preview is narrated by Brock.
* Instead of [[Professor Oak]]'s Pokémon lecture, the end of the episode featured a memorial to ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]''. This is part of a countdown to ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.
* As of this episode, the opening animation that accompanies [[Together|Together and Together2008]] has been used in more episodes than [[Aim to Be a Pokémon Master]]'s original accompanying animation, making it the anime's longest-used opening animation, but ''not'' the anime's longest used opening theme, an honor which Aim to Be a Pokémon Master still holds.
* This episode, along with [[DP080|the previous episode]], is rather infamous for a hoax put up on [[Pokéani]] in regards to episode titles and summaries. This episode's hoax summary involved Mamoswine, and was speculated by the fans to be the episode where Dawn captures Swinub.
* When Ash is training with Dawn, the background music is that of the battle against {{ga|Red}}, Ash's game counterpart, from [[Generation II]].
* All of the Pokémon Ash has on hand remain outside of their [[Poké Ball]]s throughout this episode.

===Errors===

===Dub edits===

===In other languages===
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Ash's Infernape

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'''Ash's Infernape''' (Japanese: '''サトシのゴウカザル''' ''Satoshi's Goukazaru'') is a {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} owned by {{Ash}}. It was initially owned by [[Paul]] as a Chimchar but joined Ash's team after being released in ''[[DP051|Glory Blaze!]]''.

==History==
[[File:Paul Chimchar.png|thumb|left|200px|As a {{p|Chimchar}}, while under Paul's command]]

===With Paul===
Infernape was once a Chimchar owned by Paul. Prior to events of the Diamond and Pearl series, Paul saw Chimchar being chased by a group of {{p|Zangoose}}. The situation looked bad for Chimchar but in its stress it pulled off an extremely powerful {{m|Flame Wheel}}. This impressed Paul enough to add Chimchar to his regular team. However, this first impression did not match up to Chimchar's normal abilities and so Paul regularly criticized it for being weak. After this incident, Chimchar had a morbid fear of all {{p|Zangoose}}.

Chimchar's first episode was ''[[DP003|When Pokémon Worlds Collide]]'' where Paul used it to battle [[Dawn's Ambipom|Ash's Aipom]]. It fought well but lost in the end. Chimchar reappeared in ''[[DP006|Different Strokes for Different Blokes]]'' where it won against [[Ash's Torterra|Ash's Turtwig]] and ''[[DP015|Shapes of Things to Come!]]'' where it beat [[Roark]]'s {{p|Onix}} but lost to [[Roark's Rampardos|Roark's Cranidos]].

After losing to [[Cynthia's Garchomp]] in ''[[DP040|Top-Down Training]]'', Paul realized that Chimchar was not fulfilling his expectations. This culminated in the [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]] where he was forced to battle alongside Ash. That night, Ash discovered Paul's training regime, which involved his Pokémon attacking Chimchar in the hopes of recreating the power he had seen before. Ash intervened and took Chimchar to the Pokémon Center where Nurse Joy told Paul it would be unable to battle. However, Paul ignored this warning.

[[File:Chimchar Flamethrower.png|thumb|right|Chimchar showing its full potential]]

During the next battle against a Zangoose and a {{p|Metagross}}, Chimchar was too scared to make any attack when caught in Zangoose's claws and had to be saved by Turtwig, who was then seriously injured through Chimchar following Paul's orders. Chimchar made up for this by protecting Turtwig from a {{m|Fire Blast}} attack. Furious at it, Paul refused to give any orders and he simply turned away. Shocked by this, Ash gave Chimchar commands to get them out of the situation before finishing the battle with Turtwig. After the battle, Paul released Chimchar in front of Ash, who then invited it to join him.

===With Ash===
[[File:Ash Chimchar.png|left|thumb|200px|Ash asking Chimchar to go with him.]]
In the final round of the competition, Paul and Ash selected {{TP|Paul|Elekid|Electivire}} and Chimchar for their last battle in ''[[DP052|Smells Like Team Spirit!]]'' against [[Conway]]'s {{p|Heracross}} and [[Ash's Buizel|Dawn's Buizel]]. During the battle, Elekid evolved into Electabuzz and they both combined {{m|Thunder}} and Flamethrower on Buizel and Heracross to knock them out. This victory meant that Ash and Paul won the Hearthome City Tag Battle Tournament.

In ''[[DP053|Tears For Fears!]]'', Ash and his friends had a picnic party. Chimchar watched the Pokémon having fun and it kept having flashbacks of when it was still in Paul's possession reflecting on how its former Trainer treated it as opposed to how Ash does, after which it cried tears of joy as it was finally treated with patience and kindness by Ash and {{Ashfr|his friends}}, something Paul failed to do as its trainer. In the same episode, Chimchar overcame its morbid fear of Zangoose stated above.

In ''[[DP068|A Triple Fighting Chance!]]'' Ash used Chimchar in his Gym Battle against the [[Veilstone City]] [[Gym Leader]], [[Maylene]]. Chimchar battled {{p|Meditite}}, but was recalled after Meditite confused it. It was then sent out against {{TP|Maylene|Lucario}} where it fought bravely and caused some damage before being defeated.

In ''[[DP081|Chim - Charred!]]'', Ash and co. came across Paul. Ash and Paul had an enormous argument at which point an enraged Ash challenged Paul to a battle. Chimchar volunteered to go up against Paul and faced [[Paul's Ursaring]]. Ursaring and Paul used brutal tactics and Chimchar was pushed to the point of using {{a|Blaze}}. Chimchar easily defeated Ursaring, but went on an uncontrollable rampage. Ash ran up to Chimchar and grabbed it, begging it to stop. Chimchar continued to struggle, biting Ash at one point. Eventually, it was embraced by Ash and Chimchar calmed down.

Later in ''[[DP097|Double Team Turnover!]]'', when battling [[Team Galactic]], Chimchar protected Pikachu from a {{m|Poison Jab}} launched by [[Saturn's Toxicroak]]. Chimchar was incapacitated for the rest of the fight and was later thanked by Ash (after receiving medical treatment). [[Cynthia]] then comforted Chimchar about its past with Paul.

[[File:Ash Monferno.png|right|thumb|250px|As a Monferno]]

Ash later used Chimchar to battle against {{an|Barry}} in ''[[DP101|Barry's Busting Out All Over!]]''. Chimchar easily defeated Barry's {{p|Staraptor}} using its superior agility. However, despite the type advantage, Chimchar lost to Barry's {{p|Roserade}}.

In ''[[DP102|Shield with a Twist!]]'', using Ash's counter-shield strategy, Chimchar defeated [[Fantina]]'s {{p|Mismagius}} and {{TP|Fantina|Drifblim}}, earning Ash his {{Badge|Relic}}.

In ''[[DP108|Dealing With Defensive Types!]]'', it was used in the battle against [[Byron]]'s {{p|Bastiodon}}, {{p|Bronzor}} and {{p|Steelix}}. It defeated Bronzor and Steelix, but eventually fell to Bastiodon. This mirrors {{AP|Staravia|Staraptor}}'s previous participation in the [[DP068|third Gym]], with it defeating the gym leader's first two Pokémon and losing to their third.

[[File:Monferno Flamethrower.png|thumb|left|Monferno's power]]

In ''[[DP127|Sliding Into Seventh!]]'', it was used in the Snowpoint Gym battle. Chimchar battled [[Candice]]'s {{p|Snover}} and {{p|Abomasnow}} and despite a harsh battle with Abomasnow, it defeated both of them, earning Ash his {{Badge|Icicle}}.

In ''[[DP132|Evolving Strategies!]]'', Chimchar was used in the full battle Ash had against Paul. It defeated [[Paul's Ursaring]], which had previously taken down three of Ash's Pokémon, and evolved soon after into a {{p|Monferno}} and immediately learned {{m|Mach Punch}}. During the following battle against [[Paul's Electivire|Paul's Electabuzz]], it put up a close fight but was defeated and badly injured, resulting in a loss for Ash.

In ''[[DP133|Uncrushing Defeat!]]'', Monferno, along with the rest of Ash's Pokémon, was badly injured. It needed a [[Cheri Berry]] to help treat it but the [[Pokémon Center]] didn't have one. After {{an|Brock}} got one by [[Lake Acuity]], it became better. It eventually attacked [[Team Rocket]] in combination with Ash's other Pokémon.

In ''[[DP147|Bagged Then Tagged!]]'', it was used in a [[tag battle]] with Dawn against {{an|Lyra}} and [[Khoury]]. Monferno used {{m|Flamethrower}} on [[Dawn's Quilava|Dawn's Cyndaquil]]'s {{m|Flame Wheel}} to defeat Lyra's {{p|Chikorita}} and defeated Khoury's newly evolved {{p|Croconaw}} with a {{m|Mach Punch}}.

[[File:Ash Infernape Blaze.png|left|thumb|250px|Infernape's ability activated]]

In ''[[DP163|Fighting Ire with Fire!]]'', Monferno battled [[Barry's Empoleon]]. After being struck by a {{m|Hydro Cannon}} and sent crashing into the forest nearby, Monferno entered once again into an uncontrollable rampage with {{a|Blaze}}, but managed to control it in the last second in order to save [[Ash's Pikachu]], [[Dawn's Piplup]], [[Paul's Electivire|Paul's Electabuzz]] and Barry's Empoleon from [[Team Rocket]]'s falling [[Team Rocket's mechas|mecha]], evolving into an {{p|Infernape}} in the process.

In ''[[DP165|Flint Sparks the Fire!]]'', Ash used Infernape in a battle against [[Flint's Infernape]]. However, despite its power and speed, it was unable to keep up with Flint's Infernape and was quickly knocked out with a Mach Punch.

In ''[[DP179|The Eighth Wonder of the Sinnoh World!]]'', Infernape participated in Ash's rematch against [[Volkner]]. It defeated Volkner's {{p|Jolteon}} with a Mach Punch. When it battled Volkner's {{p|Luxray}}, it took severe damage, pushing it to activate Blaze. This time, however, Infernape was able to control itself and defeat Luxray with a powerful Flame Wheel, giving Ash the victory and the {{badge|Beacon}}.

Before the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]], Ash decided he would need help from his previously caught Pokémon. Due to this, Infernape, along with Ash's Sinnoh party (save for {{AP|Pikachu}}) were all sent to Professor Oak's Laboratory. [[DP185|Later]] during the tournament Ash recalled Infernape to his team and trained against [[Brock's Sudowoodo]] to improve {{m|Flame Wheel}} when Infernape suddenly learned {{m|Flare Blitz}} which was so powerful it became blue rather than the ordinary red-orange flames.

Infernape was later used in [[DP186|the full battle]] against Paul's {{p|Aggron}}, where it managed to burn Aggron with {{m|Flare Blitz}} before finally defeating it with {{m|Mach Punch}}. Ash decided to recall it when Paul sent out his {{p|Gastrodon}}. [[DP187|Later on]] it was sent out again to battle Paul's {{p|Ninjask}}. Ninjask's {{m|Agility}} was getting the better of it so Ash told it to use {{m|Dig}} then {{m|Flare Blitz}} which heated up the field, causing fire to erupt out of the ground, which made a mist cover the whole field that damaged Ninjask and also canceled {{p|Drapion}}'s {{m|Toxic Spikes}} attack. After putting up a good fight, Infernape was able to defeat Ninjask with a powerful {{m|Mach Punch}}, knocking it out in a single hit. Infernape battled [[Paul's Electivire]] in a heated battle in ''[[DP188|Battling a Thaw in Relations!]]'' where Blaze was once again activated, giving Infernape the strength to defeat the Thunderbolt Pokémon.

It is assumed that Ash left Infernape at [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]] when he decided to go to [[Unova]].

==Personality and characteristics==
Infernape, as a Chimchar, was usually a very sweet and kind Pokémon, until {{a|Blaze}} was activated and it went on a rampage until it could be stopped by {{Ash}}. Every time Chimchar saw Paul, it would get really fired up and determined to defeat him in battle. Chimchar never gives up in battle, which is a trait that it carried with it as it evolved into Monferno, and then into Infernape.

Infernape is quite the feisty Pokémon and, in its current stage, is always looking for someone to battle and some new way to boost its skills. Its personality almost completely matches Ash, which is why these two are a perfect match for one another.

==Moves used==
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{{anmov|fighting|Mach Punch|DP132|Evolving Strategies!|rec=yes}}
{{anmov|fire|Flare Blitz|DP185|Working on a Right Move!|rec=yes}}
{{anmov/f|fighting}}

===Moves improvised===
[[File:Monferno Counter Shield.png|250px|thumb|As a Monferno, using [[Counter Shield]]]]
* '''[[Counter Shield]]''' was used in ''[[DP102|Shield With a Twist!]]'' and ''[[DP132|Evolving Strategies!]]''. Chimchar/Monferno uses {{m|Flamethrower}} after using {{m|Flame Wheel}}, releasing fire whips everywhere.
* '''Underground Flare Blitz''' was used in a battle against [[Paul]] at the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]] in ''[[DP187|A Real Rival Rouser!]]''. Infernape used {{m|Dig}}, and then while underground used {{m|Flare Blitz}}, causing the entire field to heat up and fire to burst from the ground. This canceled the effects of Drapion's {{m|Toxic Spikes}} and also damaged Ninjask.

==In the manga==
===In the movie adaptations===
As a Monferno, Ash's Infernape appeared in the manga adaptation of the [[Pokémon movie]] {{ma|Arceus and the Jewel of Life}}.

====Moves used====
{{anmov/h|Fire|Fighting||}}
{{anmov|Fire|Flamethrower|Arceus and the Jewel of Life (manga)|A World-Changing Decision!}}
{{anmov/f|Fighting}}

==Trivia==
* For ''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]'', [[Professor Oak's lecture]] is about Ash's Chimchar.
* Infernape as a Monferno was first revealed in a Japanese movie poster for ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'' and Monferno's evolution into Infernape was revealed in the Japanese opening ''[[The Greatest - Everyday!]]''..
* When Infernape evolved from a {{p|Chimchar}} to a {{p|Monferno}}, it became the first time Ash had two evolved forms of [[starter Pokémon]] from the same region on hand.
* Infernape is Ash's third Pokémon to [[evolution|evolve]] while battling against [[Paul]].
* Infernape is Ash's third starter Pokémon to use its ability in a Gym battle.
** Out of all the Pokémon on-screen in the anime, Ash's Infernape has activated its [[ability]] the most number of times: a total of five times.
*Infernape is the second Fire-type starter Pokemon to defeat Ash's rivals' final Pokemon in a Pokemon League.

==Related articles==
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Ash Ketchum

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:''Ash redirects here. For the item attached to Ho-Oh, see [[Sacred Ash]]. For the ash found at the foot of Mt. Chimney, see [[volcanic ash]].''
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corecolor={{yellow color light}} |
bordercolor={{water color}} |
name=Ash Ketchum|
jname=サトシ |
tmname=Satoshi |
slogan=no |
image=Ash BW.png |
size=185px |
caption=Art from the {{series|Best Wishes}} |
age=yes |
years=10 (as of [[BW001]])  |
colors=yes|
eyes=Brown |
hair=Black |
gender=Male |
hometown=[[Pallet Town]] |
region=[[Kanto]] |
relatives={{Delia}}, Unknown father ([[EP002]]), Unknown grandfather ([[EP002]]) (Japanese only) ({{pkmn|anime}}) [[Mom]] ([[Electric Tale of Pikachu|manga]])
|trainer=yes |
trainerclass={{pkmn|Trainer}} |
game=counterpart|
counterpart={{ga|Red}}|
leader=no |
team=no |
brain=no |
anime=yes |
epnum=EP001 |
epname=Pokémon - I Choose You! |
enva=[[Veronica Taylor]] ([[4Kids Entertainment|4Kids]]) [[Sarah Natochenny]] ([[The Pokémon Company International|TPCI]]) |
java=[[Rica Matsumoto]] |
}}

'''Ash Ketchum''' (Japanese: '''サトシ''' ''Satoshi'') is the main character of both the [[Pokémon anime]] and the ''[[Electric Tale of Pikachu]]'' manga, and is believed to be based on the {{ga|Red|protagonist}} of the [[Generation I| first generation]] Pokémon games.

He shares his Japanese name—which can be taken to mean "wisdom" or "reason" (智)—with the creator of the [[Pokémon]] franchise, [[Satoshi Tajiri]]. His English surname is a pun of the original English motto, "[[Gotta catch 'em all!|Gotta Catch 'em All!]]."

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==In the anime==
===Character===
[[File:Ash anime.png|200px|thumb|Ash Ketchum in the [[original series]]]]
Ash's main goal in life, as described in [[EP001|the first episode]], is to be the world's greatest [[Pokémon master|Pokémon Master]]. Ash began his journey at the age of 10 as a warm-hearted and well-intentioned but stubborn, rash and amateurish [[Pokémon Trainer]]. He was forced to accept the cheeky {{AP|Pikachu}} from {{an|Professor Oak}} as his [[starter Pokémon]] because he carelessly broke his alarm clock in his sleep and woke up late on the day he was set to get his first Pokémon. He was determined to achieve his goal, however, and when Pikachu saw that he was willing to compromise his own safety to keep it safe he formed a strong bond of friendship with Pikachu. This would set his course for the future.
[[File:Ash fleeing spearow.png|thumb|left|200px|Ash trying to keep Pikachu safe]]
However, from that point, Ash still had a lot to learn about becoming a Trainer. The [[Ash's Butterfree|first Pokémon]] he {{pkmn2|caught}}, was caught by luck, as he knew absolutely nothing about [[Pokémon battle|battling]], and was hesitant to admit it whenever he was wrong. Many of his first [[Gym]] [[badge]]s were given to him merely out of gratitude for his assistance rather than claiming an actual victory in battle over the [[Gym Leader]]s; of his first five Gym battles, only his victory over [[Lt. Surge]] was an actual victory. Every time he thought he was doing well, he would somehow cross paths with his childhood [[rival]], [[Gary Oak]]. He always reminded Ash that he was always a step or seven behind, with Gary catching around forty-five Pokémon by the time Ash had only caught his {{AP|seventh|Kingler}}. This hampered matters further when, owing to his inexperience, his {{AP|Charizard}}, his most powerful Pokémon, refused to listen to him until [[EP105|Ash could prove himself]] to the powerful Fire-type.

Over time, Ash's dedication to his goal paid off. After earning his first eight badges he went on to compete in the [[Indigo League]], advancing to the fifth round - one further than Gary, and ending up in the top 16. After recovering from his defeat, he continued on to improve his skills; take on new challenges; and compete in more [[Pokémon League]] competitions - triumphing in the [[Orange League]] and the {{Gdis|Battle Frontier|III}}.

[[File:Ash AG.png|200px|thumb|left|Ash in the {{series|Advanced Generation}}]]
Ash has changed a great deal over the course of the series, particularly in regards to his skill at [[Pokémon training]], but his earnestness, rashness, and determination have remained. Never straying from his goal, he has remained loyal to {{ashfr|his friends}}, his family, and his supporters, but most of all his Pokémon. Ash became a great Trainer by learning to find and use the inner strength of each of his Pokémon by bonding with them. For example, when he received a banner filled with prints from his Pokémon in ''[[AG187|The Unbeatable Lightness of Seeing!]]'', he knew which Pokémon placed specific prints, showing his close bond with them. He also learns where their hidden abilities lie, as well as resorting to unorthodox strategies when fighting particularly challenging opponents. For example, he uses his Pikachu's speed to outmaneuver larger foes and attack. In another instance, his {{AP|Charizard}} defeated [[Gary's Blastoise]] by causing the field to overheat before mounting a close-quarters attack while Blastoise was blinded by the steam. He also prefers to train a Pokémon to be the best it can without forcing it to [[Evolution|evolve]], as evidenced by his treatment of {{AP|Gligar|Gliscor}} in ''[[DP085|Fighting Fear With Fear!]]''. He is happy when his Pokémon evolve but lets them choose whether or not they want to evolve instead of forcing them.
[[File:AshAura.png|thumb|right|250px|Ash using Aura inside the [[Tree of Beginning]]]]
Early on, Ash originally trained not to further himself but instead to catch more Pokémon than Gary. He later slowed his pace which allowed him to focus on the individual traits of each Pokémon. At the [[Johto]] League [[Silver Conference]], with great humility and maturity, Ash finally won a battle against his old rival, signifying a great milestone in his history. His maturity has also increased in his dealings with Pokémon. This is shown when [[Ash's Primeape|a Mankey]] stole his {{AP|hat}} in ''[[EP025|Primeape Goes Bananas]]'', he screamed and yelled at it, even climbing trees just to get his hat back, but when [[Dawn's Ambipom|an Aipom]] did the same in ''[[AG179|Slaking Kong]]'', he stated merely that he would feel strange without a hat. When Aipom stole his hat again in ''[[DP009|Setting the World on its Buneary]]'', however, while it was under his ownership, he chased after it in the same manner as before.

In most episodes of the anime, especially those during the Johto League saga, Ash befriends someone who will influence him and cause him to strive to become a better Trainer. Although he is not a dependent individual, he is still young and has learned to make his way relying on his {{AP|friends}}, particularly the maternal skills of Brock. The honor of "best friend" is usually reserved for Pikachu but Ash has come to see his closest human friends in the same light over time; using the term for {{an|Misty}} and {{an|Brock}} in ''[[EP273|Gotta Catch Ya Later]]'' as well as {{an|May}} and [[Max]] in ''[[AG178|Battling the Enemy Within]]''.

He has traversed much of the [[Pokémon world]] and has thus far participated in four [[Pokémon League#Championship competitions|Pokémon League regional competitions]], but he is still learning new things about Pokémon all the time.
[[File:SatoshiDP.png|thumb|right|200px|Ash in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}]]
Ash has gained a close connection with many [[legendary Pokémon]], including {{an|Mewtwo}}, {{an|Ho-Oh}}, {{OBP|Lugia|movie 2}}, {{OBP|Latias|movie 5}}, {{DL|Lake guardians (anime)|Azelf}}, {{OBP|Shaymin|movie 11}}, {{an|Giratina}}, {{an|Arceus}}, {{OBP|Victini|movie 14}}, {{OBP|Reshiram|movie 14}} and {{OBP|Zekrom|movie 14}}. In the English dub of the [[M02|second movie]], he was revealed to be "The Chosen One" - the one who would bring balance back to the world when it was disrupted. Although viewed as a normal human, Ash does have some special abilities, as he is said to have the same [[aura]] as [[Sir Aaron]], a legendary hero, and is theoretically able to manipulate it in much the same way. Therefore, he made a connection with Sir Aaron's {{mov|Lucario|Lucario|8}}. However, he has not received any training in this field, opting to continue his Pokémon journey instead. He has also been likened to an ancient [[aura]] guardian in ''[[DP056|The Keystone Pops!]]'', who also had a partner {{p|Pikachu}}. Later, in ''[[DP071|Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! Parts 1]]'' and ''[[DP072|2]]'', Ash uses aura again to locate a lost {{p|Riolu}} and read Riolu's mind as well.
[[File:AshWallace.png|thumb|left|200px|Ash in the [[Wallace Cup]]]]
Ash has also participated in contests. He has a [[Contest Pass]] for the [[Sinnoh]] region, though he has stated that the contest he got it for was the only one he intends on entering. He also has one for the Hoenn region as it was required to watch one of the contests held there. Ash carries half of a broken [[Poké Ball]] with him everywhere, while Gary has the other half, as a symbol of their ongoing, but now friendly, rivalry; [[Misty's special lure]], which she sent to him as a gift; and half of a ribbon he received in a contest against May before she left the group to compete in Johto. Ash also participated in the [[Wallace Cup]] on the suggestion of [[Wallace]] but he lost in the third round.

Ash soon obtained all of the Sinnoh Gym badges. During his battles in the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]], he managed to advance to the Top 4, during which time he defeated his long-time Sinnoh rival [[Paul]] for the first time, and fought against [[Tobias]], becoming the only known Trainer to defeat his {{p|Darkrai}}. Though he lost later on in the battle, he seems to be okay with losing, as he has become closer to his Pokémon than ever before. Ash, {{an|Dawn}}, and Brock then set off on their own paths to follow their respective dreams, with Brock saying he will no longer be joining Ash on his next journey.

In the {{series|Best Wishes}}, Ash came with Professor Oak and his mom on a trip to the [[Unova]] region. After losing in a battle to [[Trip]] and seeing the power of the legendary {{p|Zekrom}}, Ash became interested in traveling Unova to meet new Pokémon, as well as new friends. He is now currently in journey in [[Unova]], first bringing along only his Pikachu as he did in Hoenn.

Ash competed in the [[Don Battle]] in [[BW039]]-[[BW042]]. He battled against [[Burgundy]] and her {{p|Stoutland}} in the first round and won using his {{AP|Palpitoad}}. He then battled [[Langley]] and her {{p|Pawniard}} in [[BW040]]. Ash used his {{AP|Snivy}}. Altough she struggled at first, Snivy managed to defeat Pawniard and advance Ash to the next round. Next, in [[BW042]], Ash battled [[Dino]] and his {{p|Darumaka}} with his Palpitoad again and won easily. In the final round, Ash went up against {{an|Iris}} and her {{TP|Iris|Excadrill}}. Ash used {{AP|Pikachu}}, but lost the match and became runner-up in the tournament. He didn't feel bad, though, and was happy to see Iris win the tournament.

===Family===
[[File:Younger Ash DP138.png|thumb|left|250px|A young Ash]]
Ash is an only child that lived with his mother, [[Delia Ketchum]], until he left for his Pokémon journey at the age of ten.

His father was never introduced. The anime suggests that his father was once a Pokémon Trainer who began his journey in Pallet Town, and that he is still living. An interview with the series' storyboarder confirmed Ash's father is a Trainer on his own journey. According to the same storyboarder, Ash's father may or may not be introduced in the series, depending on its necessity to Ash's further maturity and development as a Trainer.

===Pokémon===
As a Trainer, Ash has captured and befriended a sizable number of Pokémon over the course of the anime. His philosophy on {{pkmn|training}} is that Pokémon are individuals and that a combination of trust, friendship and hard work are needed to overcome adversity. He seems to battle best with Pokémon that are similar to Pikachu: ones that are [[Appendix:Metagame terminology#Sweeper|speedy and maneuverable, yet able to perform high-powered attacks]]; however, he is willing to work with any Pokémon that comes into his care. Ash's battle style is generally spontaneous and fairly unorthodox, and his Pokémon often reflect these traits.

====Currently in rotation====
In the [[Unova]] region, Ash does not keep the same party at all times like he had done previously. Instead, he swaps his on hand Pokémon with ones that are being stored at [[Professor Juniper]]'s lab.


{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Ash|Pikachu|‎Ash Pikachu.png|electric}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Ash|Tranquill|Ash Tranquill.png|normal|flying|fir=Pidove}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|Ash|Oshawott|Ash Oshawott.png|water|water}} ♂
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Ash|Tepig|Ash Tepig.png|fire|fire}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Ash|Snivy|Ash Snivy.png|grass|grass}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|Ash|Scraggy|Ash Scraggy.png|dark|fighting|fir=Egg}} ♂
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Ash|Swadloon|Ash Swadloon.png|bug|grass|fir=Sewaddle}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Ash|Palpitoad|Ash Palpitoad.png|water|ground}}
| {{ActivePoké|Ash|Roggenrola|Ash Roggenrola.png|rock|rock}}
|}

====With Professor Oak====
This section shows the Pokémon that Ash keeps at [[Professor Oak's laboratory]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Bulbasaur|Ash Bulbasaur.png|grass|poison}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Kingler|Ash Kingler.png|water|fir=Krabby}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Muk|Ash Muk.png|poison|size=190px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Tauros|Ash Tauros.png|normal|disp=Tauros (×30)}} ♂
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Snorlax|Ash Snorlax.png|normal|size=190px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Heracross|Ash Heracross.png|bug|fighting|size=190px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Bayleef|Ash Bayleef.png|grass|fir=Chikorita|size=190px}} ♀
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Quilava|Ash Quilava.png|fire|fir=Cyndaquil|size=190px}}
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Totodile|Ash Totodile.png|water|size=190px}} ♂
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Noctowl|Ash Noctowl.png|normal|flying|size=190px}} [[File:ShinyBWStar.png]]
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Donphan|Ash Donphan.png|ground|fir=Egg|mid=Phanpy|size=190px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Swellow|Ash Swellow.png|normal|flying|fir=Taillow|size=190px}}
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Sceptile|Ash Sceptile.png|grass|fir=Treecko|mid=Grovyle|size=190px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Corphish|Ash Corphish.png|water|size=190px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Torkoal|Ash Torkoal.png|fire|size=190px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Glalie|Ash Glalie.png|ice|fir=Snorunt|size=190px}}
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Staraptor|Ash Staraptor.png|normal|flying|fir=Starly|mid=Staravia|size=190px}} ♂
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Torterra|Ash Torterra.png|grass|ground|fir=Turtwig|mid=Grotle|size=190px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Infernape|Ash Infernape.png|fire|fighting|fir=Chimchar|mid=Monferno|size=190px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Buizel|Ash Buizel.png|water|size=190px}} ♂
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Gible|Ash Gible.png|dragon|ground|size=190px}} ♂
|}

====In training====

This section is for the Pokémon that Ash still owns but are in the care of another Trainer. Some can be called upon at any time if needed.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Primeape|Ash Primeape.png|fighting}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Charizard|Ash Charizard.png|fire|flying|fir=Charmander|mid=Charmeleon}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Squirtle|Ash Squirtle.png|water}}
|
|}

====Status unknown====
This section is for Ash's Pokémon whose current whereabouts are unknown.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Gliscor|Ash Gliscor.png|ground|flying|fir=Gligar|size=190px}}
|
|
|
|}

====Released====
This section is for the Pokémon that Ash formally [[Released Pokémon|released]] back into the [[Wild Pokémon|wild]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Butterfree|Ash Butterfree.png|bug|flying|fir=Caterpie|mid=Metapod}} ♂
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Pidgeot|Ash Pidgeot.png|normal|flying|fir=Pidgeotto}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Lapras|Ash Lapras.png|water|ice}}
|
|}

====Traded away====
This section is for the Pokémon that Ash [[Trade|traded away]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Raticate|Ash Raticate.png|normal}}
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Ambipom|AshAipom.png|normal|disp=Aipom}} ♀
|
|
|}

====Given away====
This section is for the Pokémon that Ash gave to another Trainer to keep for themselves.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Casey|Beedrill|Casey Beedrill.png|bug|poison}}
|
|
|
|}

====Unofficial====
This section is for the Pokémon that Ash had bonded with over the course of several episodes but never officially caught.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Sabrina|Haunter|Sabrina Haunter.png|ghost|poison}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Larvitar|EP262.png|rock|ground|fir=Egg}}
|
|
|}

====Temporary====
This section is for the Pokémon that Ash temporarily used. Many of which were rented and belong to another Trainer.
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Lara Laramie
|pkmn=Rapidash
|type1=Fire
|img=Ash Rapidash.png
|epnum=EP033
|epname=The Flame Pokémon-athon!
|desc=Ash borrowed {{p|Rapidash}} from Lara Laramie when it was a {{p|Ponyta}} after she was injured and could not ride it in the race. It evolved into Rapidash when it was racing against [[Dario]]'s {{p|Dodrio}}. Ash was able to win the race.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dr. Akihabara
|pkmn=Porygon
|type1=Normal
|img=EP038.png
|epnum=EP038
|epname=
|desc={{p|Porygon}} was lent to Ash by [[Dr. Akihabara]] to help stop [[Team Rocket]] from stealing Pokémon from the Pokémon Center's PC system. After they got out of the computer world, it was returned to Akihabara.

Porygon's known moves are {{m|Conversion}}, {{m|Tackle}} and {{m|Sharpen}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Pokémon League entrance exam instructor
|pkmn=Arbok
|type1=Poison
|img=PLEEI Arbok.png
|epnum=EP056
|epname=The Ultimate Test
|vajp=Unshō Ishizuka
|desc=The [[Pokémon League entrance exam instructor]] gave Ash an {{p|Arbok}} by having him choose his own set of Poké Balls provided by the instructor. It was used during a Pokémon League exam by battling the Instructor's {{p|Jolteon}} and lost.

Arbok's known moves are {{m|Glare}} and {{m|Wrap}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Pokémon League entrance exam instructor
|pkmn=Weezing
|type1=Poison
|img=PLEEI Weezing.png
|epnum=EP056
|epname=The Ultimate Test
|vaen=Eric Stuart
|vajp=Shin'ichirō Miki
|desc=The Pokémon League entrance exam instructor gave Ash a {{p|Weezing}} by having him choose his own set of Poké Balls provided by the instructor. It was used during the Pokémon League exam by battling the Instructor's {{p|Flareon}} and won.

Weezing's known moves are {{m|Smog}}, {{m|SmokeScreen}}, {{m|Tackle}} and {{m|Explosion}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Pokémon League entrance exam instructor
|pkmn=Meowth
|type1=Normal
|img=PLEEI Meowth.png
|epnum=EP056
|epname=The Ultimate Test
|vaen=Chiyako Shibahara
|vajp=Chiyako Shibahara
|desc={{p|Meowth}} was the final Pokémon used by Ash during the Pokémon League exam. It was up against the Instructor's Vaporeon in which Vaporeon froze the Meowth causing Team Rocket's Meowth to interfere with the battle by kicking the frozen one free. It was accidentally blasted off along with Team Rocket. The temporary switch was fixed in the next episode.

Meowth's only known move is {{m|Fury Swipes}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Hagatha
|pkmn=Hoothoot
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Ash Hoothoot.png
|epnum=EP121
|epname=Illusion Confusion!
|desc=Ash, {{an|Brock}} and {{an|Misty}} borrowed {{p|Hoothoot}} from [[Hagatha]] in order to navigate the haunted forest. It was returned to her sister, [[Nagatha]] after they were able to get to the exit.

Hoothoot's known moves are {{m|Foresight}} and {{m|Peck}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Misty
|pkmn=Staryu
|type1=Water
|img=Ash Misty Staryu.png
|epnum=EP147
|epname=The Fire-ring Squad
|vaen=Shin'ichirō Miki
|vajp=Shin'ichirō Miki
|desc=Ash borrowed {{p|Staryu}} from {{an|Misty}} for the [[Fire and Rescue Grand Prix]] in ''[[EP147|The Fire-ing Squad]]''. However, he did not win the contest and returned Staryu to her around the end of the episode.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Misty
|pkmn=Psyduck
|type1=Water
|img=Ash Misty Psyduck.png
|epnum=EP147
|epname=The Fire-ing Squad
|vaen=Eric Stuart
|vajp=Rikako Aikawa
|desc=Ash borrowed {{p|Psyduck}} from {{an|Misty}} for the [[Fire and Rescue Grand Prix]] in ''[[EP147|The Fire-ing Squad]]''. However, he did not win the contest and returned Psyduck to her around the end of the episode.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Ash
|pkmn=Seaking
|type1=Water
|img=Ash Seaking.png
|epnum=EP168
|epname=Hook, Line, and Stinker
|vaen=Eric Stuart
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|desc=Ash caught a {{p|Seaking}} during a [[Seaking Catching Day|Seaking fishing contest]]. It was released under park rules.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Master Hamm
|pkmn=Hitmonlee
|gender=male
|type1=Fighting
|img=Ash Hitmonlee.png
|epnum=AG145
|epname=Pasta La Vista!
|vaen=Eric Stuart
|vajp=Unshō Ishizuka
|desc=Ash borrowed {{p|Hitmonlee}} from [[Master Hamm]] to battle May with {{p|Hitmonchan}} after Master Hamm was having problems.

Hitmonlee's known moves are {{m|Rolling Kick}}, {{m|Hi Jump Kick}}, {{m|Jump Kick}} and {{m|Focus Punch}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=The Pokémon Summer Academy
|pkmn=Raichu
|type1=Electric
|img=Ash Raichu.png
|epnum=DP088
|epname=Camping It Up!
|desc=During the first day of the summer school academy, Ash was given a {{p|Raichu}} to train. It was called to battle [[Angie]]'s {{p|Monferno}} and was able to put up a great fight. It had a very timid personality.

Raichu's known moves are {{m|Dig}}, {{m|Thunderbolt}}, {{m|Focus Punch}} and {{m|Double Team}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=The Pokémon Summer Academy
|pkmn=Spoink
|type1=Psychic
|img=Ash Spoink.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|vajp=Chie Satō
|desc=Ash was given a {{p|Spoink}} in the first leg of the [[Pokémon Triathlon|Pokémon triathlon]]. He returned it after he was done with the first part of the race.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=The Pokémon Summer Academy
|pkmn=Mantyke
|type1=Water
|type2=Flying
|img=Ash Mantyke.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Ash was given a {{p|Mantyke}} for the second leg of the [[Pokémon Triathlon]] to ride across the lake. It was returned after the event was done.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|pkmn=Cottonee
|type1=Grass
|img=Cottonee anime.png
|gender=male
|epnum=BW029
|epname=Cottonee in Love!
|vaen=Kayzie Rogers
|desc=Ash temporarily commanded a wild {{p|Cottonee}} in order to help it win over a love interest. With Ash's assistance, he was able to learn to dodge attacks and aim his own attacks better.

Cottonee's known moves are {{m|Cotton Spore}}, {{m|Cotton Guard}}, {{m|Razor Leaf}}, and {{m|Energy Ball}}.}}

===Badges obtained===
[[File:Ash Kanto Badges.png|180px|thumb|right|Ash's eight [[badge]]s from [[Kanto]]]]
====Indigo League====
* {{badge|Boulder}} (''[[EP005|Showdown in Pewter City]]'')
* {{badge|Cascade}} (''[[EP007|The Water Flowers of Cerulean City]]'')
* {{badge|Thunder}} (''[[EP014|Electric Shock Showdown]]'')
* {{badge|Marsh}} (''[[EP024|Haunter versus Kadabra]]'')
* {{badge|Rainbow}} (''[[EP026|Pokémon Scent-sation!]]'')
* {{badge|Soul}} (''[[EP032|The Ninja Poké-Showdown]]'')
* {{badge|Volcano}} (''[[EP059|Volcanic Panic]]'')
* {{badge|Earth}} (''[[EP063|The Battle of the Badge]]'')

[[File:Ash Orange League Badges.png|thumb|180px|right|Ash's four [[Orange League]] badges]]
====Orange League====
* {{badge|Coral-Eye}} (''[[EP085|Fit to be Tide]]'')
* {{badge|Sea Ruby}} (''[[EP093|Navel Maneuvers]]'')
* {{badge|Spike Shell}} (''[[EP103|Misty Meets Her Match]]'')
* {{badge|Jade Star}} (''[[EP108|Pokémon Double Trouble]]'')

[[File:Ash Johto Badges.png|thumb|180px|right|Ash's eight badges from [[Johto]]]]

====Johto League====
* {{badge|Zephyr}} (''[[EP131|Fighting Flyer with Fire]]'')
* {{badge|Hive}} (''[[EP144|Gettin' The Bugs Out]]'')
* {{badge|Plain}} (''[[EP159|A Dairy Tale Ending]]'')
* {{badge|Fog}} (''[[EP182|From Ghost to Ghost]]'')
* {{badge|Storm}} (''[[EP209|Machoke, Machoke Man!]]'')
* {{badge|Mineral}} (''[[EP224|Nerves of Steelix!]]'')
* {{badge|Glacier}} (''[[EP238|Nice Pryce, Baby!]]'')
* {{badge|Rising}} (''[[EP254|Better Eight Than Never]]'')

[[File:Ash Hoenn Badges.png|180px|thumb|right|Ash's eight badges from [[Hoenn]]]]
====Hoenn League====
* {{badge|Stone}} (''[[AG016|The Winner By a Nosepass!]]'')
* {{badge|Knuckle}} (''[[AG031|Just One of the Geysers]]'')
* {{badge|Dynamo}} (''[[AG040|Watt's with Wattson?]]'')
* {{badge|Heat}} (''[[AG056|Going, Going, Yawn!]]'')
* {{badge|Balance}} (''[[AG070|Balance of Power]]'')
* {{badge|Feather}} (''[[AG085|Sky High Gym Battle!]]'')
* {{badge|Mind}} (''[[AG100|Solid as a Solrock]]'')
* {{badge|Rain}} (''[[AG111|Eight Ain't Enough!]]'')

[[File:Ash Symbols.png|180px|thumb|right|Ash's seven {{Gdis|Battle Frontier|III|Frontier}} [[Symbol]]s]]
====Battle Frontier====
* [[Factory Head Noland|Knowledge Symbol]] (''[[AG136|The Symbol Life]]'')
* [[Arena Tycoon Greta|Guts Symbol]] (''[[AG149|Wheel... of Frontier!]]'')
* [[Dome Ace Tucker|Tactics Symbol]] (''[[AG153|Tactics Theatrics!!]]'')
* [[Pike Queen Lucy|Luck Symbol]] (''[[AG158|Queen of the Serpentine!]]'')
* [[Palace Maven Spenser|Spirits Symbol]] (''[[AG164|Ka Boom with a View!]]'')
* [[Salon Maiden Anabel|Ability Symbol]] (''[[AG170|Second Time's the Charm!]]'')
* [[Pyramid King Brandon|Brave Symbol]] (''[[AG190|Pace - The Final Frontier!]]'')

[[File:Ash Sinnoh Badges.png|thumb|200px|Ash's eight badges from [[Sinnoh]]]]
====Sinnoh League====
* {{badge|Coal}} (''[[DP018|O'er the Rampardos we Watched!]]'')
* {{badge|Forest}} (''[[DP037|The Grass Menagerie!]]'')
* {{badge|Cobble}} (''[[DP068|A Triple Fighting Chance!]]'')
* {{badge|Fen}} (''[[DP083|A Crasher Course in Power!]]'')
* {{badge|Relic}} (''[[DP102|Shield with a Twist!]]'')
* {{badge|Mine}} (''[[DP108|Dealing With Defensive Types!]]'')
* {{badge|Icicle}} (''[[DP127|Sliding Into Seventh!]]'')
* {{badge|Beacon}} (''[[DP179|The Eighth Wonder of the Sinnoh World!]]'')

[[File:Ash Current Unova Badges.png|thumb|200px|Ash's badges from [[Unova]]]]

====Unova League====
* {{badge|Trio}} (''[[BW006|Dreams by the Yard Full!]]'')
* {{badge|Basic}} (''[[BW016|Rematch at the Nacrene Gym!]]'')
* {{badge|Insect}} (''[[BW023|Battling For The Love of Bug-Types!]]'')








===Pokémon competitions===
====Pokémon League ranking====
Ash placed in the [[Pokémon League]] [[Pokémon League Conference|competitions]] listed below.

{|class="expandable"
|-
!align="left"|List of competitions (heavy spoiler)
|-
|
* [[Indigo Conference]] (Top 16)
* [[Silver Conference]] (Top 8)
* [[Ever Grande Conference]] (Top 8)
* [[Lily of the Valley Conference]] (Top 4)
|}

====Pokémon championship battles====
Ash challenged the following Pokémon championships as well:

{|class="expandable"
|-
!align="left"|List of battles (heavy spoiler)
|-
|
[[File:Orange League Cup.png|thumb|left|100px|Ash's Orange League trophy.]]
* [[Orange League]] (Champion)
* [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)|Kanto Battle Frontier]] (Champion)
|}

====Miscellaneous competitions====
Ash has also participated in the following competitions:

{|class="expandable"
|-
!align="left"|List of competitions (heavy spoiler)
|-
|
* [[Alto Mare]] Canal Race (DNF)
* [[Bug-Catching Contest]] (Champion)
* [[Don Battle]] (Runner-up)
* [[Extreme Pokémon Race|Extreme Pokémon]] (Champion)
* [[Fire and Rescue Grand Prix]] (Champion)
* [[Grass Tournament]] (Runner-up)
* [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]] (Champion - with [[Paul]])
* [[Hearthome Collection]] (Runner-up) (Unique Award)
* [[P1 Grand Prix]] (Champion)
* [[Pokéathlon]] (Runner-up)
* [[Pokémon Balloon Race]] (Champion)
* [[Pokémon Contests]]
** {{to|Terracotta}} Contest (Unofficial) (Winner - Tied with {{an|May}})
** {{ci|Jubilife}} Contest
** [[Wallace Cup]] (Top 8)
* [[Pokémon Cosplay|Pokémon Cosplay Contest]] (Runner-up)
* [[Pokémon Orienteering]] (Runner-up)
* [[Pokémon Summer Academy]] Triathlon (Winner)
* [[Pokémon Swap Meet]] Tauros Battling Competition (Winner)
* [[PokéRinger]]
** [[Crossgate Town]] (Champion)
** [[Squallville]] (Champion)
* [[Rota]] Tournament (Champion)
* [[Seaking Catching Day]]
* [[Sumo Conference]] (Champion)
* [[Twinleaf Festival]] Battle Tournament (Winner)
* [[Whirl Cup]] (Top 16)
|}

===Voice actors===
{{vatable|color={{normal color light}}|bordercolor={{water color}}
|ja=松本梨香 [[Rica Matsumoto]]
|en=[[Veronica Taylor]] ([[4Kids Entertainment|4Kids]] dub) [[Sarah Natochenny]] ([[The Pokémon Company International|TPCI]] dub) [[Kayzie Rogers]] (a/k/a Jamie Peacock; ''[[Mastermind of Mirage Pokémon]]'' only)
|zh_cmn=賀世芳 ''Hè Shìfāng'' (Indigo League saga, Johto League saga) 李明幸 ''Li Míngxìng'' (Orange League saga) '''汪世瑋''' ''Wāng Shìwěi'' ([[Advanced Generation series|AG]], [[Diamond & Pearl series|DP]], [[Best Wishes series|BW]] series)
|hr=Saša Buneta Marko Torjanac
|cs=Radek Škvor
|da=Mathias Klenske
|id=Ahmad Zulkifli Lubis
|nl=Christa Lips Unknown voice actor (movies 5-7)
|fil=Klariz Magboo
|fr_ca=Sébastien Reding
|fr_eu=Aurélien Ringelheim
|de='''Caroline Combrinck''' ([[EP001]]-[[EP157]], [[DP105]]-present) Veronika Neugebauer ([[EP158]]-[[DP104]])
|he=יהונתן מגון Yonatan Magon דניאל מגון ''Daniel Magon''
|hu=Szvetlov Balázs Ungvári Gergely
|it=Davide Garbolino
|ko=최덕희 ''Choi Deok-Hyi'' 이선호 ''Lee Seon-Ho'' 안현서 ''An Hyeon-Seo''
|no=Nils-Martin Crawfurd
|pl='''Hanna Kinder-Kiss''' ([[EP001]]-[[AG040]], [[DP053]]-present, all movies) Grzegorz Drojewski ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]])
|pt_br=Fábio Lucindo
|pt_eu=Maria João Luís ([[EP001]]-[[EP031]]), movies [[M01|1]] and [[M02|2]] Sandra Faleiro ([[EP032]]-[[EP094]]) Sandra de Castro ([[EP095]]-[[EP128]], [[EP158]]-[[EP209]], [[AG093]]-[[AG177]], [[DP001]]-[[DP052]], [[Pokémon Live]]) Alexandra Sedas ([[EP129]]-[[EP157]]) Cristina Carvalhal (movies [[M03|3]] and [[M04|4]]) Bárbara Lourenço ([[EP210]]-[[AG040]]) Raquel Ferreira ([[AG041]]-[[AG092]]) Ana Madureira ([[AG178]]-[[AG192]]) Raquel Rosmaninho ([[DP053]]-present, movies [[M10|10]]-present)
|ru= Анна Левченко ''Anna Levchenko'' ([[EP001]]-[[EP105]])
|es_la=Gabriel Ramos ([[EP001]]-[[DP090]], [[DP105]]-[[DP157]]) Irwin Daayán ([[DP091]]-[[DP104]]) Rommy Mendoza (young, [[DP138]]) Miguel Ángel Leal ([[DP158]]-present) Pablo Gandolfo (movies [[M06|6]] and [[M07|7]]) Alan Fernando Velázquez (movie [[M12|12]])
|es_eu='''Adolfo Moreno''' Rafael Alonso Naranjo Jr. (movie [[M03|3]] and [[Mewtwo Returns]])
|sv=Dick Eriksson
|fi=Sari Moilanen ([[EP001]]-[[EP142]]) (movies [[M01|1]], [[M02|2]], [[M03|3]] and [[M04|4]]) Jami Kantola (movies [[M05|5]], [[M06|6]], and [[M07|7]]) '''Hanna Leino''' ([[EP158]]-present) (movies [[M10|10]]-present)
|ar=بثينة شيا Buthaina Shia
|ca=Enric Puig
|tr=Ahmet Taşar
|th=ฉันทนา ธาราจันทร์ ''Chanthana Tharachan''
}}

==In the manga==
===In the Ash and Pikachu manga===
Ash is a starring character in [[Ash and Pikachu]], a manga series based on the [[Johto]] saga of the Pokémon anime.

===In The Electric Tale of Pikachu manga===
{{main|Ash Ketchum (EToP)}}
Ash Ketchum is a starring character in [[Electric Tale of Pikachu|The Electric Tale of Pikachu]], a manga series based on the anime. Ash's journey in The Electric Tale of Pikachu follows roughly the same plot as in the anime: first traveling the [[Kanto]] region to participate in the [[Pokémon League]], before embarking on a journey around the [[Orange Archipelago]].

===In the Magical Pokémon Journey manga===
[[File:Ash and Brock MPJ.png|thumb|right|Ash and Brock in Magical Pokémon Journey]]
Ash, along with {{an|Misty}} and {{an|Brock}}, made cameo appearances in bonus chapters of the [[Magical Pokémon Journey]] manga. In the bonus chapters, Ash and co. have mistakenly wandered into the world Magical Pokémon Journey is set in. The bonus chapters chronicle their attempts to return to their own world (of the {{pkmn|anime}}) and their encounters with various aspects of the Magical Pokémon Journey canon which differ from the anime's canon (such as the use of [[Poké Ball]]s).

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Ash or his Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

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|- style="background: #{{tcg lightning color}};"
!Name
!Type
!Level
!Rarity
!Set
!Set no.
|-
| {{TCG ID|7th Movie Half Deck|Ash's Torkoal|9}} || {{e|Fighting}} || - || - || {{TCG|7th Movie Half Deck}} (no English release) || 009/019
|-
| {{TCG ID|8th Movie Half Deck|Ash's Grovyle|1}} || {{e|Grass}} || - || - || {{TCG|8th Movie Half Deck}} (no English release) || 001/020
|-
| {{TCG ID|8th Movie Half Deck|Ash's Phanpy|4}} || {{e|Fighting}} || - || - || {{TCG|8th Movie Half Deck}} (no English release) || 004/020
|-
| {{TCG ID|8th Movie Half Deck|Ash's Swellow|7}} || {{e|Colorless}} || - || - || {{TCG|8th Movie Half Deck}} (no English release) || 007/020
|-
| {{TCG ID|9th Movie Half Deck|Ash's Aipom|10}} || {{e|Colorless}} || - || - || {{TCG|9th Movie Half Deck}} (no English release) || 010/019
|-
| {{TCG ID|ADV-P Promo|Ash's Treecko|36}} || {{e|Grass}} || - || - || {{TCG|ADV-P Promotional cards}} (no English release) || 036/ADV-P
|-
| {{TCG ID|Movie Random Pack Promo|Pikachu M|12}} || {{e|Lightning}} || 45 || - || {{TCG|Movie Commemoration Random Pack}} (no English release) || 012/022
|-
| {{TCG ID|Movie Random Pack Promo|Staraptor M|18}} || {{e|Colorless}} || 41 || - || {{TCG|Movie Commemoration Random Pack}} (no English release) || 018/022
|-
| {{TCG ID|DPt-P Promo|Pikachu M LV.X|43}} || {{e|Lightning}} || ''X'' || - || {{TCG|DPt-P Promotional cards}} (no English release) || 043/DPt-P
|}

==Trivia==
[[File:Ash catches a Pokemon.png|thumb|250px|Ash after catching a Pokémon.]]
* Ash has never officially caught a Pokémon of the {{t|Steel}}, {{t|Psychic}}, or {{t|Ghost}} types.
** This excludes the [[Electric Tale of Pikachu]] manga, where he has caught a {{p|Slowpoke}}, a dual-typed {{t|Water}}/{{type2|Psychic}}.
* The date of Ash's birth, according to [[Takeshi Shudo]]'s anime novelizations, is 10 years, 10 months, and 10 days ''exactly'' prior to the day he began his Pokémon journey. Being that the same novelization declares that Pokémon Trainers obtain their first Pokémon in April of the year following their 10th birthday, and the anime itself began broadcast on the first of that month in 1997 in Japan, Ash's birthday, if April 1 was the first day of his journey, would be May 22.
[[File:Ash Dewgong Drawing.png|thumb|left|200px|Ash's drawing of a Dewgong]]
* When [[Veronica Taylor]] was interviewed in the documentary "Adventures in Voice Acting", she stated that during her audition for the role of Ash, he was known as Casey at the time. This name would later be given to a {{an|Casey|recurring character from Johto}}.
* Ash has shown to possess some {{wp|drawing}} abilities which were shown in ''[[DP089|Up Close and Personable!]]'' where he drew a {{p|Dewgong}}.
{{-}}

==Names==
{| class="roundy" align="left" style="background: #{{normal color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{water color}}"
|- align=center
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Japanese
| サトシ ''Satoshi''
| Can be taken to mean 智 (wisdom; reason); named after [[Satoshi Tajiri]].
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|English, German, Spanish
| Ash Ketchum
| Ketchum sounds similar to ''catch 'em''. First name can be found in Japanese name, S'''a'''to'''sh'''i. Also, Ash is a default name for {{ga|Red}} in {{game|Red and Blue|s}}. {{wp|Ash tree}}s are suggested as another explanation as well.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|French
| Sacha Ketchum
| Similar to ''Ash''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Korean
| 한지우 ''Han Jiu''
| 지 is from 智 ''satoshi''. Alternatively, 지우 can mean "close friend".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
| 小智 ''Xiǎo Zhì''
| 智 is from 智 ''satoshi''. Can mean "young wisdom" or "little knowledge".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小智 ''Síu Ji''
| Same as Mandarin name.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Indonesian
| Ali (Kanto saga) Satoshi (Johto saga - present)
| Originally from Arabic names that mean "high" or "exalted". Slightly similar to ''Ash''. Same as his Japanese name.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Thai
| ซาโตชิ ''Satoshi''
| Same as his Japanese name.
|}
{{-}}

==Related articles==
* [[Ashley]]
* [[Ashachu]]
* {{cat|Episodes focusing on Ash}}

==External links==
===On Bulbagarden forums===
* [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/showthread.php?t=5254 Ash Club]

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:''Ash redirects here. For the item attached to Ho-Oh, see [[Sacred Ash]]. For the ash found at the foot of Mt. Chimney, see [[volcanic ash]].''
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'''Ash Ketchum''' (Japanese: '''サトシ''' ''Satoshi'') is the main character of both the [[Pokémon anime]] and the ''[[Electric Tale of Pikachu]]'' manga, and is believed to be based on the {{ga|Red|protagonist}} of the [[Generation I| first generation]] Pokémon games.

He shares his Japanese name—which can be taken to mean "wisdom" or "reason" (智)—with the creator of the [[Pokémon]] franchise, [[Satoshi Tajiri]]. His English surname is a pun of the original English motto, "[[Gotta catch 'em all!|Gotta Catch 'em All!]]."

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==In the anime==
===Character===
[[File:Ash anime.png|200px|thumb|Ash Ketchum in the [[original series]]]]
Ash's main goal in life, as described in [[EP001|the first episode]], is to be the world's greatest [[Pokémon master|Pokémon Master]]. Ash began his journey at the age of 10 as a warm-hearted and well-intentioned but stubborn, rash and amateurish [[Pokémon Trainer]]. He was forced to accept the cheeky {{AP|Pikachu}} from {{an|Professor Oak}} as his [[starter Pokémon]] because he carelessly broke his alarm clock in his sleep and woke up late on the day he was set to get his first Pokémon. He was determined to achieve his goal, however, and when Pikachu saw that he was willing to compromise his own safety to keep it safe he formed a strong bond of friendship with Pikachu. This would set his course for the future.
[[File:Ash fleeing spearow.png|thumb|left|200px|Ash trying to keep Pikachu safe]]
However, from that point, Ash still had a lot to learn about becoming a Trainer. The [[Ash's Butterfree|first Pokémon]] he {{pkmn2|caught}}, was caught by luck, as he knew absolutely nothing about [[Pokémon battle|battling]], and was hesitant to admit it whenever he was wrong. Many of his first [[Gym]] [[badge]]s were given to him merely out of gratitude for his assistance rather than claiming an actual victory in battle over the [[Gym Leader]]s; of his first five Gym battles, only his victory over [[Lt. Surge]] was an actual victory. Every time he thought he was doing well, he would somehow cross paths with his childhood [[rival]], [[Gary Oak]]. He always reminded Ash that he was always a step or seven behind, with Gary catching around forty-five Pokémon by the time Ash had only caught his {{AP|seventh|Kingler}}. This hampered matters further when, owing to his inexperience, his {{AP|Charizard}}, his most powerful Pokémon, refused to listen to him until [[EP105|Ash could prove himself]] to the powerful Fire-type.

Over time, Ash's dedication to his goal paid off. After earning his first eight badges he went on to compete in the [[Indigo League]], advancing to the fifth round - one further than Gary, and ending up in the top 16. After recovering from his defeat, he continued on to improve his skills; take on new challenges; and compete in more [[Pokémon League]] competitions - triumphing in the [[Orange League]] and the {{Gdis|Battle Frontier|III}}.

[[File:Ash AG.png|200px|thumb|left|Ash in the {{series|Advanced Generation}}]]
Ash has changed a great deal over the course of the series, particularly in regards to his skill at [[Pokémon training]], but his earnestness, rashness, and determination have remained. Never straying from his goal, he has remained loyal to {{ashfr|his friends}}, his family, and his supporters, but most of all his Pokémon. Ash became a great Trainer by learning to find and use the inner strength of each of his Pokémon by bonding with them. For example, when he received a banner filled with prints from his Pokémon in ''[[AG187|The Unbeatable Lightness of Seeing!]]'', he knew which Pokémon placed specific prints, showing his close bond with them. He also learns where their hidden abilities lie, as well as resorting to unorthodox strategies when fighting particularly challenging opponents. For example, he uses his Pikachu's speed to outmaneuver larger foes and attack. In another instance, his {{AP|Charizard}} defeated [[Gary's Blastoise]] by causing the field to overheat before mounting a close-quarters attack while Blastoise was blinded by the steam. He also prefers to train a Pokémon to be the best it can without forcing it to [[Evolution|evolve]], as evidenced by his treatment of {{AP|Gligar|Gliscor}} in ''[[DP085|Fighting Fear With Fear!]]''. He is happy when his Pokémon evolve but lets them choose whether or not they want to evolve instead of forcing them.
[[File:AshAura.png|thumb|right|250px|Ash using Aura inside the [[Tree of Beginning]]]]
Early on, Ash originally trained not to further himself but instead to catch more Pokémon than Gary. He later slowed his pace which allowed him to focus on the individual traits of each Pokémon. At the [[Johto]] League [[Silver Conference]], with great humility and maturity, Ash finally won a battle against his old rival, signifying a great milestone in his history. His maturity has also increased in his dealings with Pokémon. This is shown when [[Ash's Primeape|a Mankey]] stole his {{AP|hat}} in ''[[EP025|Primeape Goes Bananas]]'', he screamed and yelled at it, even climbing trees just to get his hat back, but when [[Dawn's Ambipom|an Aipom]] did the same in ''[[AG179|Slaking Kong]]'', he stated merely that he would feel strange without a hat. When Aipom stole his hat again in ''[[DP009|Setting the World on its Buneary]]'', however, while it was under his ownership, he chased after it in the same manner as before.

In most episodes of the anime, especially those during the Johto League saga, Ash befriends someone who will influence him and cause him to strive to become a better Trainer. Although he is not a dependent individual, he is still young and has learned to make his way relying on his {{AP|friends}}, particularly the maternal skills of Brock. The honor of "best friend" is usually reserved for Pikachu but Ash has come to see his closest human friends in the same light over time; using the term for {{an|Misty}} and {{an|Brock}} in ''[[EP273|Gotta Catch Ya Later]]'' as well as {{an|May}} and [[Max]] in ''[[AG178|Battling the Enemy Within]]''.

He has traversed much of the [[Pokémon world]] and has thus far participated in four [[Pokémon League#Championship competitions|Pokémon League regional competitions]], but he is still learning new things about Pokémon all the time.
[[File:SatoshiDP.png|thumb|right|200px|Ash in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}]]
Ash has gained a close connection with many [[legendary Pokémon]], including {{an|Mewtwo}}, {{an|Ho-Oh}}, {{OBP|Lugia|movie 2}}, {{OBP|Latias|movie 5}}, {{DL|Lake guardians (anime)|Azelf}}, {{OBP|Shaymin|movie 11}}, {{an|Giratina}}, {{an|Arceus}}, {{OBP|Victini|movie 14}}, {{OBP|Reshiram|movie 14}} and {{OBP|Zekrom|movie 14}}. In the English dub of the [[M02|second movie]], he was revealed to be "The Chosen One" - the one who would bring balance back to the world when it was disrupted. Although viewed as a normal human, Ash does have some special abilities, as he is said to have the same [[aura]] as [[Sir Aaron]], a legendary hero, and is theoretically able to manipulate it in much the same way. Therefore, he made a connection with Sir Aaron's [[Lucario]]. However, he has not received any training in this field, opting to continue his Pokémon journey instead. He has also been likened to an ancient [[aura]] guardian in ''[[DP056|The Keystone Pops!]]'', who also had a partner {{p|Pikachu}}. Later, in ''[[DP071|Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! Parts 1]]'' and ''[[DP072|2]]'', Ash uses aura again to locate a lost {{p|Riolu}} and read Riolu's mind as well.
[[File:AshWallace.png|thumb|left|200px|Ash in the [[Wallace Cup]]]]
Ash has also participated in contests. He has a [[Contest Pass]] for the [[Sinnoh]] region, though he has stated that the contest he got it for was the only one he intends on entering. He also has one for the Hoenn region as it was required to watch one of the contests held there. Ash carries half of a broken [[Poké Ball]] with him everywhere, while Gary has the other half, as a symbol of their ongoing, but now friendly, rivalry; [[Misty's special lure]], which she sent to him as a gift; and half of a ribbon he received in a contest against May before she left the group to compete in Johto. Ash also participated in the [[Wallace Cup]] on the suggestion of [[Wallace]] but he lost in the third round.

Ash soon obtained all of the Sinnoh Gym badges. During his battles in the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]], he managed to advance to the Top 4, during which time he defeated his long-time Sinnoh rival [[Paul]] for the first time, and fought against [[Tobias]], becoming the only known Trainer to defeat his {{p|Darkrai}}. Though he lost later on in the battle, he seems to be okay with losing, as he has become closer to his Pokémon than ever before. Ash, {{an|Dawn}}, and Brock then set off on their own paths to follow their respective dreams, with Brock saying he will no longer be joining Ash on his next journey.

In the {{series|Best Wishes}}, Ash came with Professor Oak and his mom on a trip to the [[Unova]] region. After losing in a battle to [[Trip]] and seeing the power of the legendary {{p|Zekrom}}, Ash became interested in traveling Unova to meet new Pokémon, as well as new friends. He is now currently in journey in [[Unova]], first bringing along only his Pikachu as he did in Hoenn.

Ash competed in the [[Don Battle]] in [[BW039]]-[[BW042]]. He battled against [[Burgundy]] and her {{p|Stoutland}} in the first round and won using his {{AP|Palpitoad}}. He then battled [[Langley]] and her {{p|Pawniard}} in [[BW040]]. Ash used his {{AP|Snivy}}. Altough she struggled at first, Snivy managed to defeat Pawniard and advance Ash to the next round. Next, in [[BW042]], Ash battled [[Dino]] and his {{p|Darumaka}} with his Palpitoad again and won easily. In the final round, Ash went up against {{an|Iris}} and her {{TP|Iris|Excadrill}}. Ash used {{AP|Pikachu}}, but lost the match and became runner-up in the tournament. He didn't feel bad, though, and was happy to see Iris win the tournament.

===Family===
[[File:Younger Ash DP138.png|thumb|left|250px|A young Ash]]
Ash is an only child that lived with his mother, [[Delia Ketchum]], until he left for his Pokémon journey at the age of ten.

His father was never introduced. The anime suggests that his father was once a Pokémon Trainer who began his journey in Pallet Town, and that he is still living. An interview with the series' storyboarder confirmed Ash's father is a Trainer on his own journey. According to the same storyboarder, Ash's father may or may not be introduced in the series, depending on its necessity to Ash's further maturity and development as a Trainer.

===Pokémon===
As a Trainer, Ash has captured and befriended a sizable number of Pokémon over the course of the anime. His philosophy on {{pkmn|training}} is that Pokémon are individuals and that a combination of trust, friendship and hard work are needed to overcome adversity. He seems to battle best with Pokémon that are similar to Pikachu: ones that are [[Appendix:Metagame terminology#Sweeper|speedy and maneuverable, yet able to perform high-powered attacks]]; however, he is willing to work with any Pokémon that comes into his care. Ash's battle style is generally spontaneous and fairly unorthodox, and his Pokémon often reflect these traits.

====Currently in rotation====
In the [[Unova]] region, Ash does not keep the same party at all times like he had done previously. Instead, he swaps his on hand Pokémon with ones that are being stored at [[Professor Juniper]]'s lab.


{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Ash|Pikachu|‎Ash Pikachu.png|electric}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Ash|Tranquill|Ash Tranquill.png|normal|flying|fir=Pidove}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|Ash|Oshawott|Ash Oshawott.png|water|water}} ♂
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Ash|Tepig|Ash Tepig.png|fire|fire}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Ash|Snivy|Ash Snivy.png|grass|grass}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|Ash|Scraggy|Ash Scraggy.png|dark|fighting|fir=Egg}} ♂
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Ash|Swadloon|Ash Swadloon.png|bug|grass|fir=Sewaddle}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Ash|Palpitoad|Ash Palpitoad.png|water|ground}}
| {{ActivePoké|Ash|Roggenrola|Ash Roggenrola.png|rock|rock}}
|}

====With Professor Oak====
This section shows the Pokémon that Ash keeps at [[Professor Oak's laboratory]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Bulbasaur|Ash Bulbasaur.png|grass|poison}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Kingler|Ash Kingler.png|water|fir=Krabby}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Muk|Ash Muk.png|poison|size=190px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Tauros|Ash Tauros.png|normal|disp=Tauros (×30)}} ♂
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Snorlax|Ash Snorlax.png|normal|size=190px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Heracross|Ash Heracross.png|bug|fighting|size=190px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Bayleef|Ash Bayleef.png|grass|fir=Chikorita|size=190px}} ♀
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Quilava|Ash Quilava.png|fire|fir=Cyndaquil|size=190px}}
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Totodile|Ash Totodile.png|water|size=190px}} ♂
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Noctowl|Ash Noctowl.png|normal|flying|size=190px}} [[File:ShinyBWStar.png]]
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Donphan|Ash Donphan.png|ground|fir=Egg|mid=Phanpy|size=190px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Swellow|Ash Swellow.png|normal|flying|fir=Taillow|size=190px}}
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Sceptile|Ash Sceptile.png|grass|fir=Treecko|mid=Grovyle|size=190px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Corphish|Ash Corphish.png|water|size=190px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Torkoal|Ash Torkoal.png|fire|size=190px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Glalie|Ash Glalie.png|ice|fir=Snorunt|size=190px}}
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Staraptor|Ash Staraptor.png|normal|flying|fir=Starly|mid=Staravia|size=190px}} ♂
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Torterra|Ash Torterra.png|grass|ground|fir=Turtwig|mid=Grotle|size=190px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Infernape|Ash Infernape.png|fire|fighting|fir=Chimchar|mid=Monferno|size=190px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Buizel|Ash Buizel.png|water|size=190px}} ♂
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Gible|Ash Gible.png|dragon|ground|size=190px}} ♂
|}

====In training====

This section is for the Pokémon that Ash still owns but are in the care of another Trainer. Some can be called upon at any time if needed.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Primeape|Ash Primeape.png|fighting}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Charizard|Ash Charizard.png|fire|flying|fir=Charmander|mid=Charmeleon}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Squirtle|Ash Squirtle.png|water}}
|
|}

====Status unknown====
This section is for Ash's Pokémon whose current whereabouts are unknown.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Gliscor|Ash Gliscor.png|ground|flying|fir=Gligar|size=190px}}
|
|
|
|}

====Released====
This section is for the Pokémon that Ash formally [[Released Pokémon|released]] back into the [[Wild Pokémon|wild]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Butterfree|Ash Butterfree.png|bug|flying|fir=Caterpie|mid=Metapod}} ♂
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Pidgeot|Ash Pidgeot.png|normal|flying|fir=Pidgeotto}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Lapras|Ash Lapras.png|water|ice}}
|
|}

====Traded away====
This section is for the Pokémon that Ash [[Trade|traded away]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Raticate|Ash Raticate.png|normal}}
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Ambipom|AshAipom.png|normal|disp=Aipom}} ♀
|
|
|}

====Given away====
This section is for the Pokémon that Ash gave to another Trainer to keep for themselves.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Casey|Beedrill|Casey Beedrill.png|bug|poison}}
|
|
|
|}

====Unofficial====
This section is for the Pokémon that Ash had bonded with over the course of several episodes but never officially caught.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Sabrina|Haunter|Sabrina Haunter.png|ghost|poison}}
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Larvitar|EP262.png|rock|ground|fir=Egg}}
|
|
|}

====Temporary====
This section is for the Pokémon that Ash temporarily used. Many of which were rented and belong to another Trainer.
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Lara Laramie
|pkmn=Rapidash
|type1=Fire
|img=Ash Rapidash.png
|epnum=EP033
|epname=The Flame Pokémon-athon!
|desc=Ash borrowed {{p|Rapidash}} from Lara Laramie when it was a {{p|Ponyta}} after she was injured and could not ride it in the race. It evolved into Rapidash when it was racing against [[Dario]]'s {{p|Dodrio}}. Ash was able to win the race.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dr. Akihabara
|pkmn=Porygon
|type1=Normal
|img=EP038.png
|epnum=EP038
|epname=
|desc={{p|Porygon}} was lent to Ash by [[Dr. Akihabara]] to help stop [[Team Rocket]] from stealing Pokémon from the Pokémon Center's PC system. After they got out of the computer world, it was returned to Akihabara.

Porygon's known moves are {{m|Conversion}}, {{m|Tackle}} and {{m|Sharpen}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Pokémon League entrance exam instructor
|pkmn=Arbok
|type1=Poison
|img=PLEEI Arbok.png
|epnum=EP056
|epname=The Ultimate Test
|vajp=Unshō Ishizuka
|desc=The [[Pokémon League entrance exam instructor]] gave Ash an {{p|Arbok}} by having him choose his own set of Poké Balls provided by the instructor. It was used during a Pokémon League exam by battling the Instructor's {{p|Jolteon}} and lost.

Arbok's known moves are {{m|Glare}} and {{m|Wrap}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Pokémon League entrance exam instructor
|pkmn=Weezing
|type1=Poison
|img=PLEEI Weezing.png
|epnum=EP056
|epname=The Ultimate Test
|vaen=Eric Stuart
|vajp=Shin'ichirō Miki
|desc=The Pokémon League entrance exam instructor gave Ash a {{p|Weezing}} by having him choose his own set of Poké Balls provided by the instructor. It was used during the Pokémon League exam by battling the Instructor's {{p|Flareon}} and won.

Weezing's known moves are {{m|Smog}}, {{m|SmokeScreen}}, {{m|Tackle}} and {{m|Explosion}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Pokémon League entrance exam instructor
|pkmn=Meowth
|type1=Normal
|img=PLEEI Meowth.png
|epnum=EP056
|epname=The Ultimate Test
|vaen=Chiyako Shibahara
|vajp=Chiyako Shibahara
|desc={{p|Meowth}} was the final Pokémon used by Ash during the Pokémon League exam. It was up against the Instructor's Vaporeon in which Vaporeon froze the Meowth causing Team Rocket's Meowth to interfere with the battle by kicking the frozen one free. It was accidentally blasted off along with Team Rocket. The temporary switch was fixed in the next episode.

Meowth's only known move is {{m|Fury Swipes}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Hagatha
|pkmn=Hoothoot
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Ash Hoothoot.png
|epnum=EP121
|epname=Illusion Confusion!
|desc=Ash, {{an|Brock}} and {{an|Misty}} borrowed {{p|Hoothoot}} from [[Hagatha]] in order to navigate the haunted forest. It was returned to her sister, [[Nagatha]] after they were able to get to the exit.

Hoothoot's known moves are {{m|Foresight}} and {{m|Peck}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Misty
|pkmn=Staryu
|type1=Water
|img=Ash Misty Staryu.png
|epnum=EP147
|epname=The Fire-ring Squad
|vaen=Shin'ichirō Miki
|vajp=Shin'ichirō Miki
|desc=Ash borrowed {{p|Staryu}} from {{an|Misty}} for the [[Fire and Rescue Grand Prix]] in ''[[EP147|The Fire-ing Squad]]''. However, he did not win the contest and returned Staryu to her around the end of the episode.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Misty
|pkmn=Psyduck
|type1=Water
|img=Ash Misty Psyduck.png
|epnum=EP147
|epname=The Fire-ing Squad
|vaen=Eric Stuart
|vajp=Rikako Aikawa
|desc=Ash borrowed {{p|Psyduck}} from {{an|Misty}} for the [[Fire and Rescue Grand Prix]] in ''[[EP147|The Fire-ing Squad]]''. However, he did not win the contest and returned Psyduck to her around the end of the episode.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Ash
|pkmn=Seaking
|type1=Water
|img=Ash Seaking.png
|epnum=EP168
|epname=Hook, Line, and Stinker
|vaen=Eric Stuart
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|desc=Ash caught a {{p|Seaking}} during a [[Seaking Catching Day|Seaking fishing contest]]. It was released under park rules.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Master Hamm
|pkmn=Hitmonlee
|gender=male
|type1=Fighting
|img=Ash Hitmonlee.png
|epnum=AG145
|epname=Pasta La Vista!
|vaen=Eric Stuart
|vajp=Unshō Ishizuka
|desc=Ash borrowed {{p|Hitmonlee}} from [[Master Hamm]] to battle May with {{p|Hitmonchan}} after Master Hamm was having problems.

Hitmonlee's known moves are {{m|Rolling Kick}}, {{m|Hi Jump Kick}}, {{m|Jump Kick}} and {{m|Focus Punch}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=The Pokémon Summer Academy
|pkmn=Raichu
|type1=Electric
|img=Ash Raichu.png
|epnum=DP088
|epname=Camping It Up!
|desc=During the first day of the summer school academy, Ash was given a {{p|Raichu}} to train. It was called to battle [[Angie]]'s {{p|Monferno}} and was able to put up a great fight. It had a very timid personality.

Raichu's known moves are {{m|Dig}}, {{m|Thunderbolt}}, {{m|Focus Punch}} and {{m|Double Team}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=The Pokémon Summer Academy
|pkmn=Spoink
|type1=Psychic
|img=Ash Spoink.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|vajp=Chie Satō
|desc=Ash was given a {{p|Spoink}} in the first leg of the [[Pokémon Triathlon|Pokémon triathlon]]. He returned it after he was done with the first part of the race.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=The Pokémon Summer Academy
|pkmn=Mantyke
|type1=Water
|type2=Flying
|img=Ash Mantyke.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Ash was given a {{p|Mantyke}} for the second leg of the [[Pokémon Triathlon]] to ride across the lake. It was returned after the event was done.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|pkmn=Cottonee
|type1=Grass
|img=Cottonee anime.png
|gender=male
|epnum=BW029
|epname=Cottonee in Love!
|vaen=Kayzie Rogers
|desc=Ash temporarily commanded a wild {{p|Cottonee}} in order to help it win over a love interest. With Ash's assistance, he was able to learn to dodge attacks and aim his own attacks better.

Cottonee's known moves are {{m|Cotton Spore}}, {{m|Cotton Guard}}, {{m|Razor Leaf}}, and {{m|Energy Ball}}.}}

===Badges obtained===
[[File:Ash Kanto Badges.png|180px|thumb|right|Ash's eight [[badge]]s from [[Kanto]]]]
====Indigo League====
* {{badge|Boulder}} (''[[EP005|Showdown in Pewter City]]'')
* {{badge|Cascade}} (''[[EP007|The Water Flowers of Cerulean City]]'')
* {{badge|Thunder}} (''[[EP014|Electric Shock Showdown]]'')
* {{badge|Marsh}} (''[[EP024|Haunter versus Kadabra]]'')
* {{badge|Rainbow}} (''[[EP026|Pokémon Scent-sation!]]'')
* {{badge|Soul}} (''[[EP032|The Ninja Poké-Showdown]]'')
* {{badge|Volcano}} (''[[EP059|Volcanic Panic]]'')
* {{badge|Earth}} (''[[EP063|The Battle of the Badge]]'')

[[File:Ash Orange League Badges.png|thumb|180px|right|Ash's four [[Orange League]] badges]]
====Orange League====
* {{badge|Coral-Eye}} (''[[EP085|Fit to be Tide]]'')
* {{badge|Sea Ruby}} (''[[EP093|Navel Maneuvers]]'')
* {{badge|Spike Shell}} (''[[EP103|Misty Meets Her Match]]'')
* {{badge|Jade Star}} (''[[EP108|Pokémon Double Trouble]]'')

[[File:Ash Johto Badges.png|thumb|180px|right|Ash's eight badges from [[Johto]]]]

====Johto League====
* {{badge|Zephyr}} (''[[EP131|Fighting Flyer with Fire]]'')
* {{badge|Hive}} (''[[EP144|Gettin' The Bugs Out]]'')
* {{badge|Plain}} (''[[EP159|A Dairy Tale Ending]]'')
* {{badge|Fog}} (''[[EP182|From Ghost to Ghost]]'')
* {{badge|Storm}} (''[[EP209|Machoke, Machoke Man!]]'')
* {{badge|Mineral}} (''[[EP224|Nerves of Steelix!]]'')
* {{badge|Glacier}} (''[[EP238|Nice Pryce, Baby!]]'')
* {{badge|Rising}} (''[[EP254|Better Eight Than Never]]'')

[[File:Ash Hoenn Badges.png|180px|thumb|right|Ash's eight badges from [[Hoenn]]]]
====Hoenn League====
* {{badge|Stone}} (''[[AG016|The Winner By a Nosepass!]]'')
* {{badge|Knuckle}} (''[[AG031|Just One of the Geysers]]'')
* {{badge|Dynamo}} (''[[AG040|Watt's with Wattson?]]'')
* {{badge|Heat}} (''[[AG056|Going, Going, Yawn!]]'')
* {{badge|Balance}} (''[[AG070|Balance of Power]]'')
* {{badge|Feather}} (''[[AG085|Sky High Gym Battle!]]'')
* {{badge|Mind}} (''[[AG100|Solid as a Solrock]]'')
* {{badge|Rain}} (''[[AG111|Eight Ain't Enough!]]'')

[[File:Ash Symbols.png|180px|thumb|right|Ash's seven {{Gdis|Battle Frontier|III|Frontier}} [[Symbol]]s]]
====Battle Frontier====
* [[Factory Head Noland|Knowledge Symbol]] (''[[AG136|The Symbol Life]]'')
* [[Arena Tycoon Greta|Guts Symbol]] (''[[AG149|Wheel... of Frontier!]]'')
* [[Dome Ace Tucker|Tactics Symbol]] (''[[AG153|Tactics Theatrics!!]]'')
* [[Pike Queen Lucy|Luck Symbol]] (''[[AG158|Queen of the Serpentine!]]'')
* [[Palace Maven Spenser|Spirits Symbol]] (''[[AG164|Ka Boom with a View!]]'')
* [[Salon Maiden Anabel|Ability Symbol]] (''[[AG170|Second Time's the Charm!]]'')
* [[Pyramid King Brandon|Brave Symbol]] (''[[AG190|Pace - The Final Frontier!]]'')

[[File:Ash Sinnoh Badges.png|thumb|200px|Ash's eight badges from [[Sinnoh]]]]
====Sinnoh League====
* {{badge|Coal}} (''[[DP018|O'er the Rampardos we Watched!]]'')
* {{badge|Forest}} (''[[DP037|The Grass Menagerie!]]'')
* {{badge|Cobble}} (''[[DP068|A Triple Fighting Chance!]]'')
* {{badge|Fen}} (''[[DP083|A Crasher Course in Power!]]'')
* {{badge|Relic}} (''[[DP102|Shield with a Twist!]]'')
* {{badge|Mine}} (''[[DP108|Dealing With Defensive Types!]]'')
* {{badge|Icicle}} (''[[DP127|Sliding Into Seventh!]]'')
* {{badge|Beacon}} (''[[DP179|The Eighth Wonder of the Sinnoh World!]]'')

[[File:Ash Current Unova Badges.png|thumb|200px|Ash's badges from [[Unova]]]]

====Unova League====
* {{badge|Trio}} (''[[BW006|Dreams by the Yard Full!]]'')
* {{badge|Basic}} (''[[BW016|Rematch at the Nacrene Gym!]]'')
* {{badge|Insect}} (''[[BW023|Battling For The Love of Bug-Types!]]'')








===Pokémon competitions===
====Pokémon League ranking====
Ash placed in the [[Pokémon League]] [[Pokémon League Conference|competitions]] listed below.

{|class="expandable"
|-
!align="left"|List of competitions (heavy spoiler)
|-
|
* [[Indigo Conference]] (Top 16)
* [[Silver Conference]] (Top 8)
* [[Ever Grande Conference]] (Top 8)
* [[Lily of the Valley Conference]] (Top 4)
|}

====Pokémon championship battles====
Ash challenged the following Pokémon championships as well:

{|class="expandable"
|-
!align="left"|List of battles (heavy spoiler)
|-
|
[[File:Orange League Cup.png|thumb|left|100px|Ash's Orange League trophy.]]
* [[Orange League]] (Champion)
* [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)|Kanto Battle Frontier]] (Champion)
|}

====Miscellaneous competitions====
Ash has also participated in the following competitions:

{|class="expandable"
|-
!align="left"|List of competitions (heavy spoiler)
|-
|
* [[Alto Mare]] Canal Race (DNF)
* [[Bug-Catching Contest]] (Champion)
* [[Don Battle]] (Runner-up)
* [[Extreme Pokémon Race|Extreme Pokémon]] (Champion)
* [[Fire and Rescue Grand Prix]] (Champion)
* [[Grass Tournament]] (Runner-up)
* [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]] (Champion - with [[Paul]])
* [[Hearthome Collection]] (Runner-up) (Unique Award)
* [[P1 Grand Prix]] (Champion)
* [[Pokéathlon]] (Runner-up)
* [[Pokémon Balloon Race]] (Champion)
* [[Pokémon Contests]]
** {{to|Terracotta}} Contest (Unofficial) (Winner - Tied with {{an|May}})
** {{ci|Jubilife}} Contest
** [[Wallace Cup]] (Top 8)
* [[Pokémon Cosplay|Pokémon Cosplay Contest]] (Runner-up)
* [[Pokémon Orienteering]] (Runner-up)
* [[Pokémon Summer Academy]] Triathlon (Winner)
* [[Pokémon Swap Meet]] Tauros Battling Competition (Winner)
* [[PokéRinger]]
** [[Crossgate Town]] (Champion)
** [[Squallville]] (Champion)
* [[Rota]] Tournament (Champion)
* [[Seaking Catching Day]]
* [[Sumo Conference]] (Champion)
* [[Twinleaf Festival]] Battle Tournament (Winner)
* [[Whirl Cup]] (Top 16)
|}

===Voice actors===
{{vatable|color={{normal color light}}|bordercolor={{water color}}
|ja=松本梨香 [[Rica Matsumoto]]
|en=[[Veronica Taylor]] ([[4Kids Entertainment|4Kids]] dub) [[Sarah Natochenny]] ([[The Pokémon Company International|TPCI]] dub) [[Kayzie Rogers]] (a/k/a Jamie Peacock; ''[[Mastermind of Mirage Pokémon]]'' only)
|zh_cmn=賀世芳 ''Hè Shìfāng'' (Indigo League saga, Johto League saga) 李明幸 ''Li Míngxìng'' (Orange League saga) '''汪世瑋''' ''Wāng Shìwěi'' ([[Advanced Generation series|AG]], [[Diamond & Pearl series|DP]], [[Best Wishes series|BW]] series)
|hr=Saša Buneta Marko Torjanac
|cs=Radek Škvor
|da=Mathias Klenske
|id=Ahmad Zulkifli Lubis
|nl=Christa Lips Unknown voice actor (movies 5-7)
|fil=Klariz Magboo
|fr_ca=Sébastien Reding
|fr_eu=Aurélien Ringelheim
|de='''Caroline Combrinck''' ([[EP001]]-[[EP157]], [[DP105]]-present) Veronika Neugebauer ([[EP158]]-[[DP104]])
|he=יהונתן מגון Yonatan Magon דניאל מגון ''Daniel Magon''
|hu=Szvetlov Balázs Ungvári Gergely
|it=Davide Garbolino
|ko=최덕희 ''Choi Deok-Hyi'' 이선호 ''Lee Seon-Ho'' 안현서 ''An Hyeon-Seo''
|no=Nils-Martin Crawfurd
|pl='''Hanna Kinder-Kiss''' ([[EP001]]-[[AG040]], [[DP053]]-present, all movies) Grzegorz Drojewski ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]])
|pt_br=Fábio Lucindo
|pt_eu=Maria João Luís ([[EP001]]-[[EP031]]), movies [[M01|1]] and [[M02|2]] Sandra Faleiro ([[EP032]]-[[EP094]]) Sandra de Castro ([[EP095]]-[[EP128]], [[EP158]]-[[EP209]], [[AG093]]-[[AG177]], [[DP001]]-[[DP052]], [[Pokémon Live]]) Alexandra Sedas ([[EP129]]-[[EP157]]) Cristina Carvalhal (movies [[M03|3]] and [[M04|4]]) Bárbara Lourenço ([[EP210]]-[[AG040]]) Raquel Ferreira ([[AG041]]-[[AG092]]) Ana Madureira ([[AG178]]-[[AG192]]) Raquel Rosmaninho ([[DP053]]-present, movies [[M10|10]]-present)
|ru= Анна Левченко ''Anna Levchenko'' ([[EP001]]-[[EP105]])
|es_la=Gabriel Ramos ([[EP001]]-[[DP090]], [[DP105]]-[[DP157]]) Irwin Daayán ([[DP091]]-[[DP104]]) Rommy Mendoza (young, [[DP138]]) Miguel Ángel Leal ([[DP158]]-present) Pablo Gandolfo (movies [[M06|6]] and [[M07|7]]) Alan Fernando Velázquez (movie [[M12|12]])
|es_eu='''Adolfo Moreno''' Rafael Alonso Naranjo Jr. (movie [[M03|3]] and [[Mewtwo Returns]])
|sv=Dick Eriksson
|fi=Sari Moilanen ([[EP001]]-[[EP142]]) (movies [[M01|1]], [[M02|2]], [[M03|3]] and [[M04|4]]) Jami Kantola (movies [[M05|5]], [[M06|6]], and [[M07|7]]) '''Hanna Leino''' ([[EP158]]-present) (movies [[M10|10]]-present)
|ar=بثينة شيا Buthaina Shia
|ca=Enric Puig
|tr=Ahmet Taşar
|th=ฉันทนา ธาราจันทร์ ''Chanthana Tharachan''
}}

==In the manga==
===In the Ash and Pikachu manga===
Ash is a starring character in [[Ash and Pikachu]], a manga series based on the [[Johto]] saga of the Pokémon anime.

===In The Electric Tale of Pikachu manga===
{{main|Ash Ketchum (EToP)}}
Ash Ketchum is a starring character in [[Electric Tale of Pikachu|The Electric Tale of Pikachu]], a manga series based on the anime. Ash's journey in The Electric Tale of Pikachu follows roughly the same plot as in the anime: first traveling the [[Kanto]] region to participate in the [[Pokémon League]], before embarking on a journey around the [[Orange Archipelago]].

===In the Magical Pokémon Journey manga===
[[File:Ash and Brock MPJ.png|thumb|right|Ash and Brock in Magical Pokémon Journey]]
Ash, along with {{an|Misty}} and {{an|Brock}}, made cameo appearances in bonus chapters of the [[Magical Pokémon Journey]] manga. In the bonus chapters, Ash and co. have mistakenly wandered into the world Magical Pokémon Journey is set in. The bonus chapters chronicle their attempts to return to their own world (of the {{pkmn|anime}}) and their encounters with various aspects of the Magical Pokémon Journey canon which differ from the anime's canon (such as the use of [[Poké Ball]]s).

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Ash or his Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{| border="1" style="border: 1px solid #999; border-collapse: collapse; background: white;" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
|- style="background: #{{tcg lightning color}};"
!Name
!Type
!Level
!Rarity
!Set
!Set no.
|-
| {{TCG ID|7th Movie Half Deck|Ash's Torkoal|9}} || {{e|Fighting}} || - || - || {{TCG|7th Movie Half Deck}} (no English release) || 009/019
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| {{TCG ID|8th Movie Half Deck|Ash's Grovyle|1}} || {{e|Grass}} || - || - || {{TCG|8th Movie Half Deck}} (no English release) || 001/020
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| {{TCG ID|8th Movie Half Deck|Ash's Phanpy|4}} || {{e|Fighting}} || - || - || {{TCG|8th Movie Half Deck}} (no English release) || 004/020
|-
| {{TCG ID|8th Movie Half Deck|Ash's Swellow|7}} || {{e|Colorless}} || - || - || {{TCG|8th Movie Half Deck}} (no English release) || 007/020
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| {{TCG ID|9th Movie Half Deck|Ash's Aipom|10}} || {{e|Colorless}} || - || - || {{TCG|9th Movie Half Deck}} (no English release) || 010/019
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| {{TCG ID|ADV-P Promo|Ash's Treecko|36}} || {{e|Grass}} || - || - || {{TCG|ADV-P Promotional cards}} (no English release) || 036/ADV-P
|-
| {{TCG ID|Movie Random Pack Promo|Pikachu M|12}} || {{e|Lightning}} || 45 || - || {{TCG|Movie Commemoration Random Pack}} (no English release) || 012/022
|-
| {{TCG ID|Movie Random Pack Promo|Staraptor M|18}} || {{e|Colorless}} || 41 || - || {{TCG|Movie Commemoration Random Pack}} (no English release) || 018/022
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| {{TCG ID|DPt-P Promo|Pikachu M LV.X|43}} || {{e|Lightning}} || ''X'' || - || {{TCG|DPt-P Promotional cards}} (no English release) || 043/DPt-P
|}

==Trivia==
[[File:Ash catches a Pokemon.png|thumb|250px|Ash after catching a Pokémon.]]
* Ash has never officially caught a Pokémon of the {{t|Steel}}, {{t|Psychic}}, or {{t|Ghost}} types.
** This excludes the [[Electric Tale of Pikachu]] manga, where he has caught a {{p|Slowpoke}}, a dual-typed {{t|Water}}/{{type2|Psychic}}.
* The date of Ash's birth, according to [[Takeshi Shudo]]'s anime novelizations, is 10 years, 10 months, and 10 days ''exactly'' prior to the day he began his Pokémon journey. Being that the same novelization declares that Pokémon Trainers obtain their first Pokémon in April of the year following their 10th birthday, and the anime itself began broadcast on the first of that month in 1997 in Japan, Ash's birthday, if April 1 was the first day of his journey, would be May 22.
[[File:Ash Dewgong Drawing.png|thumb|left|200px|Ash's drawing of a Dewgong]]
* When [[Veronica Taylor]] was interviewed in the documentary "Adventures in Voice Acting", she stated that during her audition for the role of Ash, he was known as Casey at the time. This name would later be given to a {{an|Casey|recurring character from Johto}}.
* Ash has shown to possess some {{wp|drawing}} abilities which were shown in ''[[DP089|Up Close and Personable!]]'' where he drew a {{p|Dewgong}}.
{{-}}

==Names==
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|- align=center
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Japanese
| サトシ ''Satoshi''
| Can be taken to mean 智 (wisdom; reason); named after [[Satoshi Tajiri]].
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|English, German, Spanish
| Ash Ketchum
| Ketchum sounds similar to ''catch 'em''. First name can be found in Japanese name, S'''a'''to'''sh'''i. Also, Ash is a default name for {{ga|Red}} in {{game|Red and Blue|s}}. {{wp|Ash tree}}s are suggested as another explanation as well.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|French
| Sacha Ketchum
| Similar to ''Ash''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Korean
| 한지우 ''Han Jiu''
| 지 is from 智 ''satoshi''. Alternatively, 지우 can mean "close friend".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
| 小智 ''Xiǎo Zhì''
| 智 is from 智 ''satoshi''. Can mean "young wisdom" or "little knowledge".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小智 ''Síu Ji''
| Same as Mandarin name.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Indonesian
| Ali (Kanto saga) Satoshi (Johto saga - present)
| Originally from Arabic names that mean "high" or "exalted". Slightly similar to ''Ash''. Same as his Japanese name.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Thai
| ซาโตชิ ''Satoshi''
| Same as his Japanese name.
|}
{{-}}

==Related articles==
* [[Ashley]]
* [[Ashachu]]
* {{cat|Episodes focusing on Ash}}

==External links==
===On Bulbagarden forums===
* [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/showthread.php?t=5254 Ash Club]

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Timeline of events in Pokémon the Series

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[[File:RegionsMoviesMap.jpg|right|thumb|300px|A map of the [[Hoenn]], [[Johto]], [[Kanto]], and [[Sinnoh]] regions in the {{pkmn|anime}}; locations of {{pkmn|movie}}s are deliberately marked, and labeled [[Pokémon]] are positioned in relation to the locations of certain episodes.]]
This is a chronological list of significant events in the {{pkmn|anime}} and the episodes which they occurred in, or, for events which happened outside the series, where they happened in relation to the episodes.

==Timeline==


===Pre-series===
''The order of many of these events is approximated and debatable.''
;The beginning of time
*{{p|Arceus}} appears in the darkness of space in the form of an egg. After hatching, it creates the universe. ([[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]])
;2,000,000 years prior
*First [[Pokémon]], as dated by archaeology. ([[EP163]])

;2000 years prior
*War breaks out. Soldiers leave [[Kanto]] by ship. ([[EP020]])
*[[Ghost of Maiden's Peak|A woman]] dies while waiting for her lover to return at [[Maiden's Peak]], creating a haunted monument. (EP020)
*[[Sir Aaron]] tries to stop the war. He seals his {{mov|Lucario|Lucario|8}} in a staff. ([[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]])

;400 years prior
*Azalea Town experiences a devastating drought that ends when a {{p|Slowpoke|Slowpoke's}} yawn brings rain, prompting the town's people to begin a time-honored tradition of respect for all Slowpoke. ([[EP142]])

;300 years prior
*The [[Orange League]] takes place for the first time. ([[EP095]])

;200 years prior
*Early versions of [[Poké Ball]]s are used. ([[EP232]])
*[[Lokoko]]'s master, who looks identical to {{an|Brock}}, left his home in [[Johto]] to go on a journey. He never returns. ([[EP232]])

;50 years prior
*[[Sam|Samuel Oak]] is born. ([[M04|Celebi: Voice of the Forest]])

;40 years prior
*[[Sam|Samuel Oak]] goes on his [[Pokémon]] journey. ([[M04|Celebi: Voice of the Forest]])

;30 years prior
*[[Kaiser]] reports the existence of a {{p|Dratini}} in the [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]]. Thousands of people came to get the rare Pokémon, which literally destroys the Safari Zone in the process. Since then, they only allow [[Poké Ball|Safari Balls]] there. ([[EP035]])

;20 years prior
*[[Grings Kodai]] touches the time ripple, laying all of [[Crown City]]'s plant life to waste. Kodai starts to have visions of the future, and [[Celebi (movie 13)|Celebi]] stops visiting Crown City. ([[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]])

;???
*{{an|Professor Oak|Samuel Oak}} becomes a {{pkmn|professor}}.
*{{Delia}} and [[Spencer Hale|Spencer]] study as students of {{an|Professor Oak}}. ([[M03|Spell of the Unown]])
*[[Jessie]] is born.
*[[James]] is born.
*James is arranged to marry [[Jessiebelle]]. ([[EP048]])
*James runs away from home. ([[EP048]])
*{{an|Daisy}} is born.
*[[Violet]] is born.
*{{ka|Lily}} is born.
*[[Johanna]] wins the [[Grand Festival]].

;15 years prior
*{{an|Brock}} is born.

;???
*{{Tracey}} is born.
*[[Jessie]] and [[James]] enroll in a school called [[Pokémon Tech]]. They both drop out shortly after. ([[EP009]])
*Jessie and James join a [[bicycle]] gang in [[Sunny Town]]. ([[EP036]])

;11 years prior to DP
*[[Paul]] is born.
*[[Zoey]] is born.

;10 years prior
*{{an|Misty}} is born. ([[EP003]])
*{{Ash}} is born. ([[EP001]], Shopro)
;10 years prior to AG
*{{an|May}} is born. ([[AG001]], Shopro)
;10 years prior to DP
*{{an|Dawn}} is born. ([[DP001]])
;10 years prior to BW
*[[Trip]] is born. ([[BW001]])

;???
*[[Forrest]] is born. The rest of [[Brock's siblings]] are born afterwards, apparently each about a year or less apart.

;7 years prior to AG
*[[Max]] is born.

;5 years prior
*[[Brock]] receives his first [[Pokémon]] from {{ka|Flint}}, and {{TP|Brock|Onix}}, as a present for his tenth birthday. ([[AG034]])
*[[Molly Hale]] is born.

;???
*{{MTR}} meets [[Meowzie]]. ([[EP070]])
*Meowth learns to talk. (EP070)
*Meowth is rejected by Meowzie and joins [[Team Rocket]]. (EP070)
*[[Jessie]] and [[James]] join Team Rocket. ([[SS012]])
*[[Brock]] catches a {{TP|Brock|Geodude}}.
*{{ka|Flint}} leaves [[Pewter City]] to [[Pokémon training|train]], leaving the [[Pewter Gym]] in the hands of his oldest son, Brock. ([[EP005]])
*[[Lola]] leaves Pewter City out of boredom, leaving [[Brock's siblings|her children]] in the hands of her oldest son, Brock. (EP005)
**In the dub of EP005, Flint says Lola died at this point, rather than leaving. In subsequent episodes where Lola appears, the dub follows the original with Lola leaving home and leaving everything in Brock's care.
*{{an|Misty}} catches {{TP|Misty|Goldeen}}, {{TP|Misty|Staryu}}, and {{TP|Misty|Starmie}}.
*{{Tracey}} catches {{TP|Tracey|Venonat}} and {{TP|Tracey|Marill}}.
*Misty leaves [[Cerulean City]] to [[Pokémon training|train]], leaving the [[Cerulean Gym]] in the hands of {{an|Daisy}}, {{ka|Lily}}, and [[Violet]]. ([[EP007]])

;1 year prior
*[[Paul]] turns 10.
*Paul begins his Pokémon journey. He chooses {{TP|Paul|Turtwig|Torterra}} as his {{pkmn2|starter}}. ([[DP040]])

;Less than 1 year prior
*[[Paul]] enters the [[Hoenn]] league ([[DP040]])
*Paul then enters the [[Johto]] league.
*Paul captures his {{TP|Paul|Elekid|Electabuzz}}, {{TP|Paul|Murkrow|Honchkrow}}, and {{p|Weavile}}. ([[DP040]])
*Paul finally travels to the [[Kanto]] league.
*Zoey competes in 3 {{pkmn|Contests}} and wins 1 of them.
*Paul returns home to [[Sinnoh]] and captures a Ninjask and {{AP|Chimchar|Infernape}}.

===[[Original series]]===
====[[Kanto]]====
=====[[Pokémon: Indigo League|Season 1]]=====
;''[[EP001|Pokémon, I Choose You!]]''
*{{Ash}} turns 10.
*{{Gary}} turns 10.
*Two unnamed and unknown trainers receive [[Pokédex]]s and [[starter Pokémon]] from {{an|Professor Oak}}. One chooses {{p|Bulbasaur}}, the other chooses {{p|Charmander}}.
*The two unknown rookie trainers leave [[Pallet Town]]
*Gary receives a Pokédex and his starter Pokémon from his grandfather, Professor Oak. He chooses a {{TP|Gary|Squirtle|Blastoise}}.
*Gary leaves Pallet Town to become a [[Pokémon Trainer]].
*Ash receives a Pokédex and his [[starter Pokémon]] from Professor Oak. He chooses the only [[Pokémon]] left, {{AP|Pikachu}}.
*Ash leaves Pallet Town to become a Pokémon Trainer.
*Ash attempts to capture a {{p|Pidgey}}. He fails miserably.
*Ash meets {{an|Misty}} and steals her [[bicycle]].
*{{AP|Pikachu}} attacks a flock of {{p|Spearow}}, destroying Misty's bike and depleting its health in the process.
*{{Ash}} sees a {{an|Ho-Oh}}.

;''[[EP002|Pokémon Emergency!]]''
*Ash arrives in [[Viridian City]].
*Misty begins following Ash until he repays her for her broken bicycle.
*Ash meets [[Team Rocket]] as they attempt to rob the [[Pokémon Center]].
*[[Team Rocket]] is defeated by {{AP|Pikachu}} for the first of many, many times. They vow to capture it.
*Ash and Misty leave Viridian City.
*{{Ash}} and {{an|Misty}} enter the [[Viridian Forest]].

;''[[EP003|Ash Catches a Pokémon!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{an|Misty}} are in the [[Viridian Forest]].
*Ash catches {{AP|Caterpie}}.
*Ash catches {{AP|Pidgeotto}}.
*{{AP|Caterpie}} evolves into {{AP|Metapod}}.

;''[[EP004|Challenge of the Samurai]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{an|Misty}} are in the [[Viridian Forest]].
*{{AP|Metapod}} evolves into {{AP|Butterfree}}.

;''[[EP005|Showdown in Pewter City]]''
*Two weeks have passed since [[EP001|the first episode]].
*{{Ash}} and {{an|Misty}} leave [[Viridian Forest]].
*Ash and Misty arrive in [[Pewter City]].
*Ash meets {{ka|Flint}}.
*Ash goes to [[Pewter Gym]] and challenges the [[Gym Leader]], {{an|Brock}}. He loses by forfeit.
*With the help of Flint, Ash supercharges his {{AP|Pikachu}} at an abandoned mill.
*Ash goes to Pewter Gym and rechallenges Brock. He loses by forfeit again, despite having a lucky advantage from the sprinklers going off.
*Brock gives Ash the {{Badge|Boulder}} despite his forfeiting.
*Flint reveals himself as Brock's father, and reclaims the responsibilities of being Gym Leader and taking care of [[Brock's siblings]].
*Brock joins Ash, starting his journey to become a [[Pokémon Breeder]].
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave Pewter City.

;''[[EP006|Clefairy and the Moon Stone]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at [[Mt. Moon]].
*{{an|Brock}} catches {{TP|Brock|Zubat}}.
*Ash and his friends leave Mt. Moon.

;''[[EP007|Water Flowers of Cerulean City]]''
*{{an|Misty}} leaves {{Ash}} to avoid going to [[Cerulean City]].
*Ash and Brock arrive in Cerulean City.
*Brock leaves Ash for the day.
*Ash goes to [[Cerulean Gym]] and challenges the [[Gym Leader]], who he learns is Misty.
*Ash's battle against Misty is interrupted by [[Team Rocket]].
*{{an|Daisy}}, {{ka|Lily}}, and [[Violet]] give Ash the {{Badge|Cascade}} despite the inconclusive match.
*{{an|Misty}} and {{an|Brock}} rejoin {{Ash}}.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Cerulean City]].



;''[[EP010|Bulbasaur and the Hidden Village]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} get lost on the way to [[Vermilion City]]. They find the [[Hidden Village]].
*Ash catches {{AP|Bulbasaur}}.
*Ash and his friends leave the Hidden Village, returning to the route to Vermilion City.

;''[[EP011|Charmander the Stray Pokémon]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} are en route to [[Vermilion City]].
*Ash catches {{AP|Charmander}}.

;''[[EP012|Here Comes the Squirtle Squad]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} are en route to [[Vermilion City]].
*Ash catches {{AP|Squirtle}}.

;''[[EP013|Mystery at the Lighthouse]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Krabby|Kingler}}.
*Ash sends Krabby to [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]], unbeknownst to him.
*Ash meets [[Bill]].
*Ash, {{ashfr|his friends}}, and Bill see a {{pkmn2|giant}} {{p|Dragonite}}.

;''[[EP014|Electric Shock Showdown]]''
*{{Ash}} goes to [[Vermilion Gym]] and challenges the [[Gym Leader]], [[Lt. Surge]]. He loses.
*{{AP|Pikachu}} reveals that it does not want to evolve into {{p|Raichu}}.
*Ash goes to Vermilion Gym and rechallenges the Gym Leader. He wins.
*Lt. Surge gives Ash the {{Badge|Thunder}}.

;''[[EP015|Battle Aboard the St. Anne]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} board the [[S.S. Anne|St. Anne]].
*Ash trades {{AP|Butterfree}} for {{AP|Raticate}}.
*[[James]] buys a {{p|Magikarp}} from the [[Magikarp salesman]].
*Ash trades back Raticate for Butterfree.
*The St. Anne sinks with Ash, his friends, and [[Team Rocket]] still aboard.

;''[[EP016|Pokémon Shipwreck]]''
*A funeral at sea is held for {{Ash}}, {{ashfr|his friends}}, and [[Team Rocket]].
*Ash, his friends, and Team Rocket escape from the sunken [[S.S. Anne|St. Anne]].
*{{p|Magikarp}} evolves into {{DL|List of Pokémon temporarily owned by Team Rocket|Gyarados}}.
*[[James]] loses control of Gyarados and thus {{pkmn2|released|releases}} it.

;''[[EP017|Island of the Giant Pokémon]]''
*An amusement park owned by {{an|Giovanni}} is wrecked by {{Ash}}, {{ashfr|his friends}}, and [[Team Rocket]].
*Ash and his friends arrive in [[Porta Vista]].



;''[[EP019|Tentacool and Tentacruel]]''
*{{an|Misty}} catches {{TP|Misty|Horsea}}.
*[[Porta Vista]] is attacked by a {{pkmn2|giant}} {{p|Tentacruel}} and a swarm of {{p|Tentacool}}.
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Porta Vista]] in a boat headed for the mainland.

;''[[EP020|The Ghost of Maiden's Peak]]''
*It is the last day of summer.

;''[[EP021|Bye-Bye Butterfree]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} are en route to [[Saffron City]].
*{{AP|Butterfree}} becomes the mate of the [[pink Butterfree]].
*Ash {{pkmn2|released|releases}} Butterfree.

;''[[EP022|Abra and the Psychic Pokémon]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Saffron City]].
*Ash goes to [[Saffron Gym]] and challenges the [[Gym Leader]], [[Sabrina]]. He loses.
*Ash and his friends leave Saffron City.

;''[[EP023|The Tower of Terror]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Lavender Town]].
*Ash enters the [[Pokémon Tower]].
*Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}} are knocked out by a falling chandelier and their spirits fly around the [[Pokémon Tower]], having fun with a {{p|Gastly}}, {{p|Haunter}}, and {{p|Gengar}}.
*Ash befriends {{AP|Haunter}}.
*Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}} are revived.

;''[[EP024|Haunter Versus Kadabra]]''
*{{Ash}} goes to [[Saffron Gym]] and rechallenges the [[Gym Leader]], [[Sabrina]]. He loses again.
*{{an|Brock}} and {{an|Misty}} are turned into dolls.
*Ash goes to Saffron Gym and rechallenges Sabrina. Because of {{AP|Haunter}} making Sabrina laugh, he wins.
*Brock and Misty are returned to normal.
*Sabrina gives Ash the {{Badge|Marsh}}.
*Ash leaves {{TP|Sabrina|Haunter}} with [[Sabrina]].

;''[[EP025|Primeape Goes Bananas]]''
*{{AP|Charmander|Charizard}} learns {{m|Rage}}.
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Primeape}}.

;''[[EP026|Pokémon Scent-sation]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Celadon City]].
*Ash is thrown out of [[Celadon Gym]].
*Ash cooperates with [[Team Rocket]], who disguise him as [[Ashley|a girl]].
*Ash goes to Celadon Gym and challenges the [[Gym Leader]], [[Erika]].
*Ash's battle against Erika is interrupted by Team Rocket.
*Celadon Gym catches on fire.
*Ash rescues [[Erika's Gloom]] from the fire.
*Erika gives Ash the {{Badge|Rainbow}}.

;''[[EP027|Hypno's Naptime]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[HopHopHop Town]].
*{{an|Misty}} catches {{TP|Misty|Psyduck}} by accident.
*Ash and his friends leave HopHopHop Town.

;''[[EP028|Pokémon Fashion Flash]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} are on [[Scissor Street]] in [[Celadon City]].
*{{an|Brock}} meets [[Suzy]], a famous {{pkmn|breeder}} whom he admires greatly.
*Brock asks Suzy to teach him to be a great breeder. She turns him down.
*Brock receives {{TP|Brock|Vulpix}} from Suzy.

;''[[EP029|The Punchy Pokémon]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}} enter the [[P1 Grand Prix]] with {{TP|Brock|Geodude}} and {{AP|Primeape}}.
*Ash and Primeape win the P1 Grand Prix.
*Ash gives Primeape to {{ka|Anthony}}.

;''[[EP030|Sparks Fly for Magnemite]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Gringey City]].
*Ash catches {{AP|Muk}}.
*Ash sends Muk to [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].
*Ash and his friends leave Gringey City.

;''[[EP031|Dig Those Diglett]]''
*Several months have passed since [[EP001|the first episode]].
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} are en route to [[Fuchsia City]].
*{{TP|Jessie|Ekans}} evolves into {{TP|Jessie|Arbok}}.
*{{TP|James|Koffing}} evolves into {{TP|James|Weezing}}.

;''[[EP032|The Ninja Poké-Showdown]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Fuchsia City]].
*Ash goes to [[Fuchsia Gym]] and challenges the [[Gym Leader]], [[Koga]].
*Ash's battle against Koga is interrupted by [[Team Rocket]].
*Ash rechallenges Koga. He wins.
*{{an|Misty}} discovers {{TP|Misty|Psyduck}}'s ability to use {{m|Confusion}} and {{m|Disable}} when it gets a headache.
*Koga gives Ash the {{Badge|Soul}}.

;''[[EP033|The Flame Pokémon-athon]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} look for the [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]] in [[Fuchsia City]]. They enter the Pokémon reserves surrounding the Safari Zone.

;''[[EP034|The Kangaskhan Kid]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} look for the [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]] in [[Fuchsia City]]. They are still in the Pokémon reserves surrounding the Safari Zone.

;''[[EP035|The Legend of Dratini]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} enter the [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]] in [[Fuchsia City]].
*Ash catches thirty {{AP|Tauros}}.
*Ash and his friends leave the Safari Zone and Fuchsia City.

;''[[EP036|The Bridge Bike Gang]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} cross [[Kanto Route 17|Cycling Road]]. Their next [[Gym]] destination at this point is not clear.


;''[[EP039|Pikachu's Good-Bye]]''
*{{AP|Pikachu}} reveals that it would rather stay with {{Ash}} than wild {{p|Pikachu}}.

;''[[Holiday Hi-Jynx]]''
*It is [[Christmas]] Eve.
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} help to save [[Santa Claus]] from [[Team Rocket]].


;''[[EP043|The March of the Exeggutor Squad]]''
*Ash's {{p|Charmander}} evolves into {{AP|Charmeleon|Charizard}}.

;''[[EP044|The Problem with Paras]]''
*Ash's {{AP|Charmeleon}} starts to disobey him.

;''[[EP045|The Song of Jigglypuff]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} help a {{an|Jigglypuff}} learn to {{m|Sing}}.

;''[[EP046|Attack of the Prehistoric Pokémon]]''
*Ash's {{p|Charmeleon}} evolves into {{AP|Charizard}}.
*{{Ash}} finds an {{pkmn|egg}}. {{an|Brock}} starts taking care of it.


;''[[EP052|Princess Versus Princess]]''
*Chronologically, this episode actually takes place before ''[[EP049|So Near, Yet So Farfetch'd]]''. It was not aired in order.
*It is [[Princess Day]].
*[[Jessie]] catches {{TP|Jessie|Lickitung}}.


;''[[EP050|Who Gets to Keep Togepi?]]''
*The {{pkmn|egg}} hatches into {{TP|Misty|Togepi|Togetic}}.
*After a battle, Togepi goes to {{an|Misty}}, since it saw her right after hatching and believes she is its mother.

;''[[EP051|Bulbasaur's Mysterious Garden]]''
*{{AP|Bulbasaur}} reveals that it does not want to evolve into an {{p|Ivysaur}}.

;''[[EP053|The Purr-fect Hero]]''
*It is [[Kid's Day]].


;''[[EP055|Pokémon Paparazzi]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Todd Snap|Todd]].
*Todd joins Ash.


;''[[EP057|The Breeding Center Secret]]''
*[[James]] finds his {{p|Weepinbell}} has evolved into {{TP|James|Victreebel}}.
*[[Todd Snap|Todd]] leaves {{Ash}}.

;''[[EP058|Riddle Me This]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive on [[Cinnabar Island]].
*Ash challenges [[Blaine]] to a [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}}.

;''[[EP059|Volcanic Panic]]''
*{{Ash}} forfeits his match with [[Blaine]], not wanting {{AP|Pikachu}} to get hurt.
*Blaine grants Ash a rematch after he and {{ashfr|his friends}} save [[Cinnabar Gym]].
*Ash defeats Blaine.
*Blaine gives Ash the {{Badge|Volcano}}.

;''[[EP060|Beach Blank-Out Blastoise]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Cinnabar Island]].

;''[[EP061|The Misty Mermaid]]''
*{{an|Misty}} leaves {{TP|Misty|Horsea}} and {{TP|Misty|Starmie}} at the [[Cerulean Gym]].
*{{p|Seel}} evolves into {{OBP|Dewgong|Cerulean Gym}}.


;''[[EP063|The Battle of the Badge]]''
*A year has passed since [[EP001|the first episode]].
*[[Jessie]] and [[James]] give {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Earth}}.

;''[[EP064|It's Mr. Mime Time]]''
*{{Delia}} catches [[Mimey]].
*{{an|Mewtwo}} escapes from {{an|Giovanni}}.


;''[[EP066|The Evolution Solution]]''
*[[Jessie]] catches {{DL|List of Pokémon temporarily owned by Team Rocket|Shellder}}.
*Jessie releases {{DL|List of Pokémon temporarily owned by Team Rocket|Shellder}}.


;''[[EP071|To Master the Onixpected]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Bruno]].

;''[[EP073|Bad to the Bone]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at the [[Indigo Plateau]].

;''[[EP074|All Fired Up]]''
*The [[Pokémon League]] has its opening ceremonies.

;''[[EP075|Round One - Begin!]]''
*{{AP|Krabby}} evolves into {{AP|Kingler}}.
*{{Ash}} defeats [[Mandi]] and wins his first round {{pkmn|battle}} at the [[Pokémon League]].

;''[[EP076|Fire and Ice]]''
*{{Ash}} defeats an unnamed trainer and wins his second round {{pkmn|battle}} at the [[Pokémon League]].
{Ash defeats [[Pete Pebbleman]] and wins his third round battle at the Pokémon League.

;''[[EP077|The Fourth Round Rumble]]''
*{{Gary}} loses his fourth round {{pkmn|battle}} at the [[Pokémon League]].
{Gary returns home to [[Pallet Town]].
*{{Ash}} defeats [[Jeanette Fisher]] and wins his fourth round battle at the Pokémon League.

;''[[EP078|A Friend In Deed]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Ritchie]].

;''[[EP079|Friend and Foe Alike]]''
*{{Ash}} loses to [[Ritchie]] in his fifth round {{pkmn|battle}} at the [[Pokémon League]].

;''[[EP080|Friends to the End]]''
*[[Ritchie]] loses in his quarterfinals round {{pkmn|battle}} at the [[Pokémon League]].

;''[[EP081|Pallet Party Panic]]''
*{{AP|Pidgeotto}} evolves into {{AP|Pidgeot}}.
*{{Ash}} [[Released Pokémon|releases]] {{AP|Pidgeot}}.

====[[Orange Archipelago|Orange Islands]]====
=====[[Pokémon: The Adventures in the Orange Islands|Season 2]]=====
;''[[EP082|A Scare in the Air]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} take a blimp to [[Valencia Island]].

;''[[EP083|Poké Ball Peril]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Professor Ivy]].
*Ash gets the [[GS Ball]].
*{{an|Brock}} decides to stay on [[Valencia Island]] as Professor Ivy's assistant.

;''[[EP084|The Lost Lapras]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{an|Misty}} crash land in {{an|Pokémon Park}} on [[Tangelo Island]].
*Ash meets {{Tracey}}.
*Ash decides to travel throughout the rest of the [[Orange Archipelago|Orange Islands]] and compete in the [[Orange League]] before returning to [[Pallet Town]] to deliver the [[GS Ball]] to {{an|Professor Oak}}.
*Ash catches {{AP|Lapras}}.
*Tracey joins Ash and Misty.

;''[[EP085|Fit to be Tide]]''
*{{Ash}} arrives on [[Mikan Island]].
*[[Cissy]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Coral-Eye}}.


;''[[EP093|Navel Maneuvers]]''
*{{Ash}} arrives on [[Navel Island]].
*[[Danny]] gives Ash the {{Badge|Sea Ruby}}.

;''[[EP094|Snack Attack!]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Snorlax}}.


;''[[EP097|Tracey Gets Bugged]]''
*{{Ash}} arrives on [[Murcott Island]].
*{{Tracey}} catches {{TP|Tracey|Scyther}}.


;''[[EP099|The Mandarin Island Miss Match]]''
*{{Ash}} arrives on [[Mandarin Island So.]].
*Ash meets [[Lorelei|Prima]].


;''[[EP103|Misty Meets Her Match!]]''
*{{Ash}} arrives on [[Trovita Island]].
*[[Rudy]] gives Ash the {{Badge|Spike Shell}}.

;''[[EP105|Charizard Chills]]''
*[[Ash's Charizard]] begins to obey {{Ash}}.


;''[[EP108|Pokémon Double Trouble]]''
*{{Ash}} arrives on [[Kumquat Island]].
*[[Luana]] gives Ash the {{Badge|Jade Star}}.


;''[[EP110|The Stun Spore Detour]]''
*{{an|Misty}} catches {{TP|Misty|Poliwag}}.

;''[[EP111|Hello Pummelo]]''
*{{Ash}} arrives on [[Pummelo Island]].
*Ash challenges {{OBP|Drake|Orange League}}.

;''[[EP112|Enter The Dragonite]]''
*{{Ash}} defeats {{OBP|Drake|Orange League}}.
*Drake gives Ash the [[Winner's Trophy|Orange League Trophy]].

;''[[EP113|Viva Las Lapras]]''
*{{Ash}} [[Released Pokémon|releases]] {{AP|Lapras}}.


;''[[EP115|A Tent Situation]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{an|Brock}}'s heart is broken by [[Professor Ivy]].
**Brock leaves [[Valencia Island]].
**Brock is found by {{Delia}} outside of [[Pallet Town]].
**Brock starts helping Delia around the house.
*{{Ash}} returns to Pallet Town.
*Ash reunites with Brock.

;''[[EP116|The Rivalry Revival]]''
*{{Ash}} loses a battle to {{Gary}}, with his {{AP|Pikachu}} being defeated by {{TP|Gary|Eevee|Umbreon}}.
*Gary leaves [[Pallet Town]] to go to [[Johto]].
*{{an|Brock}} rejoins Ash and {{an|Misty}}.
*{{Tracey}} decides to stay in [[Pallet Town]] to be {{an|Professor Oak}}'s assistant.
*Ash receives a new version of the [[Pokédex]], upgraded for Johto.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave Pallet Town to go to Johto.

====[[Johto]]====
=====[[Pokémon: The Johto Journeys|Season 3]]=====

;''[[EP117|Don't Touch That 'Dile]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Johto]].
*Ash and his friends see a {{p|Suicune}}.

;''[[EP118|The Double Trouble Header]]''
*{{Ash}} meets {{an|Casey}}.

;''[[EP119|A Sappy Ending]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Heracross}}.





;''[[EP124|Snubbull Snobbery]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Palm Hills]].
*{{TP|Madame Muchmoney|Snubbull}} runs away from home and starts following [[Team Rocket]].
*Ash and his friends leave Palm Hills.


;''[[EP126|The Chikorita Rescue]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Chikorita}}.




;''[[EP130|A Bout With Sprout]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Violet City]].

;''[[EP131|Fighting Flyer with Fire!]]''
*[[Falkner]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Zephyr}}.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Violet City]].



;''[[EP134|Charizard's Burning Ambitions]]''
*{{Ash}} leaves {{AP|Charizard}} at [[Charicific Valley]].







;''[[EP141|Good 'Quil Hunting]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Cyndaquil}}.

;''[[EP142|A Shadow of a Drought]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Azalea Town]].
*Ash meets [[Kurt]].

;''[[EP143|Goin' Apricorn]]''
*{{Ash}}, {{an|Misty}}, and {{an|Brock}} each receive a [[Poké Ball|Fast Ball]].
*Brock catches {{TP|Brock|Pineco|Forretress}}.

;''[[EP144|Gettin' The Bugs Out]]''
*[[Bugsy]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Hive}}.
*Ash and {{an|Misty}} both receive a [[Poké Ball|Lure Ball]].
*{{an|Brock}} receives a [[Poké Ball|Heavy Ball]].
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Azalea Town]].


;''[[EP146|Tricks Of The Trade]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Palmpona]].
*Ash exchanges his {{AP|Heracross}} for one of his {{AP|Tauros}}.
*[[Jessie]] accidentally trades {{TP|Jessie|Lickitung}} to {{jo|Benny}} for {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}}.
*Ash and his friends leave Palmpona.

;''[[EP147|The Fire-ring Squad]]''
*{{Ash}} sends his {{AP|Tauros}} back to [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].
*{{AP|Squirtle}} returns to the [[Squirtle Squad]].




;''[[EP151|The Totodile Duel]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Totodile}}.
*{{TP|Misty|Misty's|Politoed}} {{p|Poliwag}} evolves into {{p|Poliwhirl}}.



;''[[EP154|Fowl Play]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Noctowl}}.




;''[[PK07|Pikachu & Pichu]]''
*{{Ash}} states that this is the anniversary of the day he and {{AP|Pikachu}} first met.

=====[[Pokémon: Johto League Champions|Season 4]]=====
;''[[EP158|A Goldenrod Opportunity]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Goldenrod City]].
*Ash challenges [[Whitney]] to a [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}} but loses.
;''[[EP159|A Dairy Tale Ending]]''
*{{Ash}} challenges [[Whitney]] to an unofficial rematch and wins.
*Whitney gives Ash the {{Badge|Plain}}.


;''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{TP|Casey|Beedrill}}.
*Ash wins the [[Bug-Catching Contest]].
*Ash receives a {{DL|Evolutionary stone|Sun Stone}}.
*Ash gives Beedrill to {{an|Casey}}.




;''[[EP165|Hassle In The Castle]]''
*Brock's {{p|Zubat}} evolves into {{TP|Brock|Golbat|Crobat}}.



;''[[EP168|Hook, Line and Stinker]]''
*{{Ash}} catches a {{p|Seaking}}.
*{{an|Misty}} catches a Seaking.
*Misty wins the [[Seaking Catching Day]] Competition.
*Ash releases Seaking.
*Misty releases Seaking.

;''[[EP169|Beauty and the Breeder]]''
*{{an|Brock}} returns {{TP|Brock|Vulpix}} to [[Suzy]].


;''[[EP171|Power Play]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**Gary's Eevee evolves into {{TP|Gary|Umbreon}}.




;''[[EP175|Trouble With Snubbull]]''
*Madame Muchmoney's {{p|Snubbull}} evolves into {{TP|Madame Muchmoney|Granbull}}.
*Granbull returns to Madame Muchmoney.





;''[[EP181|A Ghost Of A Chance]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Ecruteak City]].

;''[[EP182|From Ghost to Ghost]]''
*[[Morty]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Fog}}.

;''[[EP183|Trouble's Brewing]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Sakura]].
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Ecruteak City]].




;''[[EP187|Moving Pictures]]''
*[[Todd Snap]] rejoins {{Ash}}.
*Ash uses his [[Evolutionary stone#Sun Stone|Sun Stone]].


;''[[EP189|Freeze Frame]]''
*Todd leaves {{Ash}}.





;''[[EP194|The Ring Masters]]''
*{{Ash}} wins the [[Sumo Conference|Pokémon Sumo Competition]].
*Ash receives a {{DL|Held item|King's Rock}}.


;''[[EP196|Control Freak]]''
*Brock's {{p|Golbat}} evolves into {{TP|Brock|Crobat}}.



;''[[EP199|Current Events!]]''
*Ash's Chikorita evolves into {{AP|Bayleef}}.








;''[[EP208|Fight for the Light]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Olivine City]].
*Ash learns that [[Jasmine]] is not accepting [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}}s at the present time.
*Ash and his friends leave Olivine City.

;''[[EP209|Machoke, Machoke Man]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Cianwood City]].
*[[Chuck]] gives Ash the {{Badge|Storm}}.
*Ash and his friends leave Cianwood City.

=====[[Pokémon: Master Quest|Season 5]]=====
;''[[EP210|Around the Whirlpool]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} begin traveling around the [[Whirl Islands]].



;''[[EP213|A Corsola Caper]]''
*{{an|Misty}} catches {{TP|Misty|Corsola}}.


;''[[EP215|Octillery The Outcast!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{an|Misty}} pass the qualifying match to enter into the [[Whirl Cup]].

;''[[EP216|Dueling Heroes]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{an|Misty}} each win their first two battles in the [[Whirl Cup]].
*Ash and Misty learn they will be facing each other in the quarterfinals.

;''[[EP217|The Perfect Match]]''
*{{Ash}} loses to {{an|Misty}} in the quarterfinals.
*Misty loses to [[Trinity]] in the semifinals.
*Trinity loses to the [[Whirl Cup]] Champion.


;''[[EP220|The Mystery is History!]]''
*{{Ash}} encounters [[Ritchie]] again.
*[[Team Rocket]] traps the child {{p|Lugia}}.

;''[[EP221|A Parent Trapped!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**[[Zippo]] evolves into {{p|Charmeleon}}.
*[[Team Rocket]] traps the parent {{p|Lugia}}.

;''[[EP222|A Promise is a Promise]]''
*The parent and child {{p|Lugia}} are rescued from [[Team Rocket]].
*{{Ash}} parts ways with [[Ritchie]] again.

;''[[EP223|Throwing in the Noctowl!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave the [[Whirl Islands]].
*Ash and his friends arrive in [[Olivine City]].

;''[[EP224|Nerves of Steelix]]''
*[[Jasmine]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Mineral}}.

;''[[EP225|Bulbasaur... the Ambassador!]]''
*{{Ash}} sends {{AP|Bulbasaur}} to [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].

;''[[EP226|Espeon Not Included!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**Sakura's {{p|Eevee}} evolves into {{TP|Sakura|Espeon}}.
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Ecruteak City]].
*Ash encounters [[Sakura]] again.

;''[[EP227|For Ho-Oh the Bells Toll]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Eusine]].
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} see a {{p|Suicune}}.
*Eusine tries and fails to catch Suicune.
*Ash and his friends leave [[Ecruteak City]].

;''[[EP228|Extreme Pokémon!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Eggseter]].
*Ash and {{Gary}} enter the [[Extreme Pokémon Race]].
*Ash wins the Extreme Pokémon Race.
*Ash receives an {{pkmn|egg}}.
*Ash and his friends leave Eggseter.


;''[[EP230|Hatching a Plan!]]''
*{{Ash}}'s {{pkmn|egg}} hatches into {{AP|Phanpy|Donphan}}.

;''[[EP231|Dues and Don'ts]]''
*{{OBP|Delibird|Team Rocket}} begins following [[Team Rocket]].




;''[[EP235|Talkin' 'Bout an Evolution]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at [[Lake of Rage]].
*Ash meets [[Lance]].

;''[[EP236|Rage Of Innocence]]''
*[[Lance]] catches the [[red Gyarados]].
*{{Ash}} meets [[Pryce]].
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Lake of Rage]].

;''[[EP237|As Cold as Pryce!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Mahogany Town]].

;''[[EP238|Nice Pryce Baby]]''
*[[Pryce]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Glacier}} by forfeit.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Mahogany Town]].



;''[[EP241|Hocus Pokémon]]''
*{{Ash}} turns into a [[Ashachu|Pikachu]].

;''[[EP242|As Clear As Crystal]]''
*{{Ash}} turns back into a human.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} see a {{p|Zapdos}}.





;''[[EP247|Outrageous Fortunes]]''
*Misty's {{p|Poliwhirl}} evolves into {{TP|Misty|Politoed}} with {{Ash}}'s {{DL|Held item|King's Rock}}.




;''[[EP251|Beauty is Skin Deep]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Blackthorn City]].

;''[[EP252|Fangs for Nothin']]''
*{{Ash}} and [[Clair]] have a [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}}, but it's interrupted by [[Team Rocket]].

;''[[EP253|Great Bowls of Fire]]''
*{{AP|Charizard}} returns to {{Ash}}.

;''[[EP254|Better Eight Than Never]]''
*{{Ash}} and [[Clair]] begin their second [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}}.
*Clair gives Ash the {{Badge|Rising}}.
*{{AP|Charizard}} returns to the [[Charicific Valley]].

;''[[EP255|Why? Wynaut!]]''
*{{Ash}} learns about the [[Silver Conference]] from [[Clair]].
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Blackthorn City]].


;''[[EP257|Lapras of Luxury]]''
*{{Ash}} encounters his {{AP|Lapras}} again.
*Ash agrees to deliver an {{pkmn|egg}} to [[Professor Elm]].

;''[[EP258|Hatch Me If You Can!]]''
*The {{pkmn|egg}} hatches into {{AP|Larvitar}}.
*{{Ash}} agrees to take Larvitar to [[Mt. Silver]].

;''[[EP259|Entei at Your Own Risk]]''
*Brock's {{p|Pineco}} evolves into {{TP|Brock|Forretress}}.
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} see an {{p|Entei}}.


;''[[EP261|Here's Lookin' at You, Elekid!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**Casey's {{p|Bayleef}} evolves into {{TP|Casey|Meganium}}.
*{{Ash}} meets {{an|Casey}} again.
*[[James]] trades {{TP|James|Victreebel}} to the [[Magikarp salesman]] for a {{p|Weepinbell}}.
*James's second {{p|Weepinbell}} evolves into [[List of Pokémon temporarily owned by Team Rocket#Victreebel|Victreebel]].
*The two Victreebel fall in love and run off together.
*Casey catches {{DL|Casey (anime)|Elekid}}.


;''[[EP263|Address Unown!]]''
*{{p|Unown}} shows {{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} the memories of {{AP|Larvitar}}.

;''[[EP264|Mother Of All Battles!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at [[Mt. Silver]].
*{{AP|Larvitar}} is returned to its {{p|Tyranitar|mother}}.

;''[[EP265|Pop Goes The Sneasel!]]''
*{{Ash}} meets {{jo|Harrison}}.
*Harrison catches {{p|Sneasel}}.

;''[[EP266|A Claim to Flame!]]''
*{{Ash}}, {{Gary}} and {{jo|Harrison}} qualify for the [[Silver Conference]].
*The Silver Conference begins.

;''[[EP267|Love, Pokémon Style!]]''
*{{AP|Squirtle}} returns to {{Ash}}.
*Ash defeats [[Macy]] in the preliminary round of the [[Silver Conference]].

;''[[EP268|Tie One On!]]''
*[[Macy]] defeats [[Vincent|Jackson]] in the preliminary round of the [[Silver Conference]].
*{{Ash}} and Jackson have a draw in the preliminary round of the Silver Conference.
*Ash, {{Gary}}, and {{jo|Harrison}} qualify for the finals of the Silver Conference.

;''[[EP269|The Ties That Bind]]''
*{{AP|Charizard}} returns to {{Ash}}.
*{{jo|Harrison}} advances to the second round of the finals of the [[Silver Conference]].
*Ash starts his battle against {{Gary}}.

;''[[EP270|Can't Beat the Heat!]]''
*{{Ash}} defeats {{Gary}}.
*Ash advances to the second round of the finals of the [[Silver Conference]].
*Ash starts his battle against {{jo|Harrison}}.

;''[[EP271|Playing with Fire!!]]''
*{{Ash}} continues his battle against {{jo|Harrison}}.

;''[[EP272|Johto Photo Finish]]''
*{{jo|Harrison}} defeats {{Ash}}.
*{{AP|Squirtle}} returns to the [[Squirtle Squad]].
*{{AP|Charizard}} returns to the [[Charicific Valley]].
*Harrison loses in the semi-finals of the [[Silver Conference]].
*[[Jon Dickson]] wins the Silver Conference.
*Harrison suggests Ash should go to [[Hoenn]].
*Harrison goes to the [[Indigo League]].
*{{Gary}} leaves for [[Pallet Town]].
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave for Pallet Town.

;''[[EP273|Gotta Catch Ya Later!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Viridian City]].
*{{an|Misty}} is reappointed [[Gym Leader]] of the [[Cerulean Gym]] by {{an|Daisy}}, [[Violet]], and {{ka|Lily}}.
*Misty receives her repaired [[bicycle|bike]] from [[Nurse Joy]].
*Misty leaves Ash to return to the Cerulean Gym.
*{{an|Brock}} leaves Ash to return to the [[Pewter Gym]].
*Ash returns to [[Pallet Town]].
*Ash sees {{an|Ho-Oh}} again.
*Ash leaves all his [[Pokémon]] but {{AP|Pikachu}} at [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].
*Ash changes into his second outfit.
*Ash leaves for [[Hoenn]].

;''[[EP274|Hoenn Alone...!]]''
*{{Ash}} makes his way to [[Hoenn]].
*{{AP|Pikachu}} becomes ill.

===[[Advanced Generation series|Advanced Generation]]===
====[[Hoenn]]====
=====[[Pokémon: Advanced|Season 6]]=====
;''[[AG001|Get the Show on the Road]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{an|May}} turns 10.
*{{Ash}} arrives in [[Hoenn]].
*May arrives in [[Littleroot Town]].
*Ash meets May.
*[[Team Rocket]] gives {{AP|Pikachu}} an outlet to discharge, which recovers it from its illness.
*Pikachu destroys May's bike.
*May receives a [[Pokédex]] and her [[starter Pokémon]] from [[Professor Birch]]. She chooses {{TP|May|Torchic|Blaziken}}.
*May joins Ash.
*Ash and May leave Littleroot Town.

;''[[AG002|A Ruin with a View]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{an|May}} arrive in [[Oldale Town]].
*{{an|Giovanni}} assigns [[Jessie]] and [[James]] to start a [[Team Rocket]] branch in [[Hoenn]].
*Ash and May leave Oldale Town.

;''[[SS001|A Family That Battles Together Stays Together!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**[[Lola]] returns to [[Pewter City]].
**Lola redecorates the [[Pewter Gym]], remodelling it to suit {{type2|Water}} [[Pokémon]].
**{{ka|Flint}} closes the Pewter Gym in embarrassment.
*{{an|Brock}} returns to Pewter City.
*Brock fights to return Pewter Gym to a {{type2|Rock}} [[Gym]].
*Brock gives [[Forrest]] his {{TP|Brock|Onix}}, {{TP|Brock|Geodude}}, and {{TP|Brock|Crobat}}.
*Brock changes into his second outfit.
*Brock leaves for [[Hoenn]].

;''[[AG003|There's no Place Like Hoenn]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{an|May}} arrive in [[Petalburg City]].
*Ash meets [[Max]].
*Ash learns [[Norman]] is the father of May and Max.
*Max joins Ash.
*Max gets a [[PokéNav]].
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave Petalburg City.

;''[[SS002|Cerulean Blues]]''
*{{an|Misty}} returns to the duties of being [[Gym Leader]] of the [[Cerulean Gym]].
*Misty regains {{TP|Misty|Horsea}}, {{TP|Misty|Starmie}}, and the other [[Pokémon]] of the Cerulean Gym.
*Misty tames {{TP|Misty|Gyarados}}.
*Cerulean Gym passes the inspection of the [[Pokémon League]].

;''[[AG004|You Never Can Taillow]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Petalburg Woods]].
*{{an|May}} and [[Max]] meet {{an|Brock}}.
*Brock rejoins Ash.
*Ash catches {{AP|Taillow}}.



;''[[AG006|A Poached Ego!]]''
*[[Jessie]] [[Released Pokémon|releases]] {{TP|Jessie|Arbok}}.
*[[James]] releases {{TP|James|Weezing}}.
*James catches {{TP|James|Cacnea}}.

;''[[AG007|Tree's a Crowd]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Treecko}}.


;''[[AG008|A Tail with a Twist]]''
*[[Jessie]] catches {{TP|Jessie|Seviper}}.




;''[[AG012|The Lotad Lowdown]]''
*{{an|Brock}} catches {{TP|Brock|Lotad}}.

;''[[AG013|All Things Bright and Beautifly!]]''
*{{an|May}} becomes interested in [[Pokémon Contest]]s.
*{{Ash}} starts teaching {{AP|Pikachu}} {{m|Iron Tail}}.


;''[[AG014|All in a Day's Wurmple]]''
*{{an|May}} catches {{TP|May|Wurmple}}.
*[[Jessie]] catches {{TP|Jessie|Wurmple}}.

;''[[AG015|Gonna Rule The School!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Rustboro City]].

;''[[AG016|Winner by a Nosepass]]''
*{{an|May}} decides to compete in [[Pokémon Contest]]s instead of at [[Gym]]s.
*[[Roxanne]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Stone}}.
;''[[AG017|Stairway to Devon]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Rustboro City]].


;''[[AG020|Brave the Wave]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Dewford Town]].
*Ash challenges [[Brawly]] to a [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}} but loses.



;''[[AG022|A Hole Lotta Trouble]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Steven Stone]].

;''[[AG023|Gone Corphishin']]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Corphish}}.

;''[[AG024|A Corphish Out of Water]]''
*May's {{p|Wurmple}} evolves into {{TP|May|Silcoon|Beautifly}}.
*Jessie's Wurmple evolves into {{TP|Jessie|Cascoon|Dustox}}.

;''[[AG025|A Mudkip Mission]]''
*{{an|Brock}} catches a {{TP|Brock|Mudkip}}.


;''[[AG028|Seeing is Believing]]''
*May's {{p|Silcoon}} evolves into {{TP|May|Beautifly}}.
*Jessie's {{p|Cascoon}} evolves into {{TP|Jessie|Dustox}}.


;''[[AG031|Just One of the Geysers]]''
*[[Brawly]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Knuckle}}.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Dewford Town]].


;''[[AG033|Now that's Flower Power!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Slateport City]].
*{{an|May}} meets [[Drew]].
*May gets a [[Pokéblock]] case.


;''[[AG035|Win, Lose or Drew!]]''
*{{an|May}} enters her first [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May loses to [[Drew]].
*Drew loses to {{ho|Robert}}.

;''[[AG036|The Spheal of Approval]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Slateport City]].



;''[[AG040|Watt's with Wattson]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Mauville City]].
*Ash battles the [[Gym Leader]] of Mauville City, [[Wattson]] and wins.
*Wattson gives Ash the {{Badge|Dynamo}}.
*Ash and his friends leave Mauville City.


=====[[Pokémon: Advanced Challenge|Season 7]]=====
;''[[AG041|What You Seed is What You Get]]''
*{{AP|Treecko}} learns {{m|Bullet Seed}}.



;''[[AG044|The Princess and the Togepi]]''
*{{an|Misty}} rejoins {{Ash}}.

;''[[AG045|A Togepi Mirage!]]''
*{{an|Misty}}'s {{p|Togepi}} evolves into {{p|Togetic}}.
*Misty {{pkmn2|released|releases}} {{TP|Misty|Togetic}} so it can stay and protect the [[Mirage Kingdom]].
*Misty returns to [[Cerulean City]].


;''[[AG047|I Feel Skitty!]]''
*{{an|May}} catches {{TP|May|Skitty}}.



;''[[AG050|Pros and Con Artists]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Fallarbor Town]].

;''[[AG051|Come What May!]]''
*{{an|May}} wins the [[Fallarbor Town]] [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her first [[ribbon]].
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave Fallarbor Town.




;''[[AG055|Poetry Commotion!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Lavaridge Town]].

;''[[AG056|Going, Going, Yawn]]''
*[[Flannery]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Heat}}.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Lavaridge Town]].


;''[[AG058|All Torkoal, No Play]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Torkoal}}.

;''[[AG059|Manectric Charge]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Mauville City]].
*Ash challenges [[Wattson]] to an unofficial [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}} and loses.
*Ash and his friends leave Mauville City.

;''[[AG060|Delcatty Got Your Tongue]]''
*{{TP|May|Skitty}} learns {{m|Blizzard}}.

;''[[AG061|Disaster of Disguise]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Verdanturf Town]].

;''[[AG062|Disguise Da Limit]]''
*{{an|May}} wins the [[Verdanturf Town]] [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her second [[ribbon]].
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave Verdanturf Town.

;''[[AG063|Take the Lombre Home]]''
*Brock's {{p|Lotad}} evolves into {{TP|Brock|Lombre|Ludicolo}}.



;''[[AG066|Exploud and Clear]]''
*Ash's {{p|Treecko}} evolves into {{AP|Grovyle}}.



;''[[AG069|Love, Petalburg Style!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Petalburg City]].

;''[[AG070|Balance of Power]]''
*[[Norman]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Balance}}.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Petalburg City]].

;''[[AG071|A Six Pack Attack!]]''
*{{an|May}} and [[Max]] meet {{an|Professor Oak}}.


;''[[AG073|Grass Hysteria!]]''
*{{an|May}} catches {{TP|May|Bulbasaur}}.

;''[[AG074|Hokey Poké Balls!]]''
*{{Ash}} transfers {{AP|Bulbasaur}} from [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].
*Ash transfers Bulbasaur back to Professor Oak's Laboratory.


;''[[AG077|A Fan with a Plan!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Rubello Town]].
;''[[AG078|Cruisin' for a Losin']]''
*{{an|May}} competes in the [[Rubello Town]] [[Pokémon Contest]] and loses to [[Savannah]].
*[[Savannah]] loses the [[Rubello Town]] [[Pokémon Contest]] to [[Drew]].
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Rubello Town]].


;''[[AG080|That's Just Swellow]]''
*{{Ash}}'s {{p|Taillow}} evolves into {{AP|Swellow}}.
*Ash wins the [[PokéRinger]] competition.
*[[James]] gets second place in the PokéRinger competition.


;''[[AG082|A Shroomish Skirmish]]''
*May's {{p|Torchic}} evolves into {{TP|May|Combusken}}.


;''[[AG084|Who's Flying Now?]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Fortree City]].
*[[James]] catches {{TP|James|Chimecho}}.

;''[[AG085|Sky High Gym Battle!]]''
*[[Winona]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Feather}}.





;''[[AG090|Pokéblock, Stock and Berry]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Lilycove City]].
*Ash and his friends learn how to make [[Pokéblock]]s.

;''[[AG091|Lessons in Lilycove]]''
*{{AP|Swellow}} learns {{m|Aerial Ace}}.
*{{an|May}} wins the [[Lilycove City]] [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her third [[ribbon]].
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Lilycove City]].


=====[[Pokémon: Advanced Battle|Season 8]]=====





;''[[AG097|Gaining Groudon]]''
*{{p|Kyogre}} is awakened.
*{{AP|Pikachu}} absorbs the {{DL|List of key items in Generation III|Blue Orb}}.
*{{p|Groudon}} is awakened.

;''[[AG098|The Scuffle of Legends]]''
*[[Archie]] absorbs the {{DL|List of key items in Generation III|Red Orb}}.
*{{p|Groudon}} and {{p|Kyogre}} end their fight.

;''[[AG099|It's Still Rocket Roll to Me]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Mossdeep City]].

;''[[AG100|Solid as a Solrock]]''
*[[Tate and Liza]] give {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Mind}}.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Mossdeep City]].

;''[[AG101|Vanity Affair]]''
*{{Ash}} meets {{OBP|Drake|Elite Four}}.

;''[[AG102|Where's Armaldo?]]''
*{{TP|May|Bulbasaur}} learns {{m|Petal Dance}}.

;''[[AG103|A Cacturne for the Worse]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive on [[Izabe Island]].
*{{an|May}} meets [[Harley]].
*May wins the [[Purika City]] [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her fourth [[ribbon]].


;''[[AG105|Once in a Mawile]]''
*Brock's {{p|Lombre}} evolves into {{TP|Brock|Ludicolo}}.



;''[[AG108|Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snorunt]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Snorunt}}.


;''[[AG110|The Great Eight Fate!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Sootopolis City]].

;''[[AG111|Eight Ain't Enough]]''
*[[Juan]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Rain}}.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Sootopolis City]].




;''[[AG115|Mean With Envy]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Pacifidlog Town]].

;''[[AG116|Pacifidlog Jam]]''
*{{an|May}} wins the [[Pacifidlog Town]] [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her fifth [[ribbon]].
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave Pacifidlog Town.

;''[[AG117|Berry, Berry Interesting]]''
*{{an|May}} catches {{TP|May|Munchlax}}.

;''[[AG118|Less is Morrison]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Morrison]].



;''[[AG121|Hi Ho Silver Wind!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Slateport City]].
*{{an|May}}, [[Drew]], and [[Harley]] enter the [[Hoenn]] [[Grand Festival]].
*May, Drew, and Harley make it through the first round of the Hoenn Grand Festival.

;''[[AG122|Deceit and Assist]]''
*{{an|May}}, [[Drew]], and [[Harley]] make it through the second round of the [[Hoenn]] [[Grand Festival]].

;''[[AG123|Rhapsody in Drew]]''
*[[Harley]] is defeated by {{an|May}} in the third round of the [[Hoenn]] [[Grand Festival]].
*Ash's Snorunt evolves into {{AP|Glalie}}.
*May is defeated by [[Drew]] in the third round of the Hoenn Grand Festival.
*Drew is defeated by {{ho|Robert}} in the third round of the Hoenn Grand Festival.
*Robert wins the Hoenn Grand Festival.

;''[[AG124|Island Time]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} travel from [[Slateport City]] to [[Ever Grande City]].

;''[[AG125|Like a Meowth to a Flame]]''
*{{Ash}} meets {{ho|Tyson}}.

;''[[AG126|Saved by the Beldum]]''
*The [[Ever Grande Conference]] begins.
*[[Morrison]]'s {{p|Beldum}} evolves into {{TP|Morrison|Metang}}.
*{{Ash}}, Morrison, and {{ho|Tyson}} make it past the preliminary round of the Ever Grande Conference.

;''[[AG127|From Brags to Riches]]''
*{{Ash}} and [[Morrison]] advance to the next round of the [[Ever Grande Conference]].

;''[[AG128|Shocks and Bonds]]''
*{{Ash}}, [[Morrison]], and {{ho|Tyson}} advance to the next round of the [[Ever Grande Conference]].

;''[[AG129|A Judgment Brawl]]''
*{{Ash}}, [[Morrison]], and {{ho|Tyson}} advance to the next round of the [[Ever Grande Conference]].
*Ash begins his battle against Morrison.

;''[[AG130|Choose It or Loose It!]]''
*{{Ash}} defeats [[Morrison]] and advances to the next round of the [[Ever Grande Conference]].
*Ash begins his battle against {{ho|Tyson}}.

;''[[AG131|At the End of the Fray]]''
*{{Ash}} is defeated by {{ho|Tyson}}.
*Tyson becomes the {{pkmn|Champion}} of the [[Hoenn League]].

;''[[AG132|The Scheme Team]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{TP|Tracey|Marill}} has an [[Pokémon egg|egg]].
**{{Tracey}} gives the egg to {{an|Misty}}.
**The egg hatches into {{TP|Misty|Azurill}}.
*{{Ash}} mentions that a few months have passed since he first met {{an|May}} and [[Max]].
*May and Max leave Ash to return to [[Petalburg City]].
*Ash and {{an|Brock}} leave [[Hoenn]] and return to [[Kanto]].
*Brock leaves Ash to return to [[Pewter City]].
*Ash arrives in [[Viridian City]].
*Ash meets [[Scott]].
*Ash challenges [[Agatha]] at the [[Viridian Gym]] and loses.
*Scott tells Ash about the {{Gdis|Battle Frontier|III}}.
*Ash leaves [[Viridian City]].
*Ash returns to [[Pallet Town]].
*Ash finds Misty waiting for him at home.
*[[Professor Birch]] and Max go to Pallet Town and meet Ash there.

====[[Kanto]] ({{Gdis|Battle Frontier|III}})====
=====[[Pokémon: Advanced Battle|Season 8]]=====

;''[[AG133|The Right Place and the Right Mime]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{an|May}} leaves {{TP|May|Beautifly}} and {{TP|May|Skitty}} at the [[Petalburg Gym]].
*May arrives in [[Pallet Town]].
*May catches {{TP|May|Squirtle}}.
*May leaves {{TP|May|Bulbasaur}} at [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].
*{{Ash}} leaves {{AP|Torkoal}} and {{AP|Glalie}} at Professor Oak's Laboratory.
*Ash takes {{AP|Phanpy}} from Professor Oak's Laboratory.
*Ash leaves Pallet Town with {{an|Misty}}, May, and [[Max]].
*{{an|Brock}} rejoins Ash.

;''[[AG134|A Real Cleffa-Hanger]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{an|Brock}} leaves his {{TP|Brock|Ludicolo}} at [[Pewter Gym]].
*{{an|Misty}} returns to [[Cerulean City]].

;''[[AG135|Numero Uno Articuno]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Factory|Battle Factory]].
*{{AP|Charizard}} returns to Ash.

;''[[AG136|The Symbol Life]]''
*{{FB|Factory Head|Noland}} gives {{Ash}} the [[Symbol|Knowledge Symbol]].
*{{AP|Charizard}} returns to [[Charicific Valley]].
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Factory|Battle Factory]]







;''[[AG143|The Saffron Con]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Saffron City]].

;''[[AG144|A Hurdle for Squirtle]]''
*{{an|May}} wins the [[Saffron City]] [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her first [[Kanto]] [[ribbon]].

;''[[AG145|Pasta La Vista]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Saffron City]].

=====[[Pokémon: Battle Frontier|Season 9]]=====


;''[[AG147|Sweet Baby James!]]''
*[[James]] leaves {{TP|James|Chimecho}} at a family mansion to recover.
*James catches {{TP|James|Mime Jr.}}

;''[[AG148|A Chip Off the Old Brock]]''
*{{TP|Brock|Mudkip}} evolves into {{TP|Brock|Marshtomp}}.

;''[[AG149|Wheel...of Frontier!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Arena|Battle Arena]]
*{{FB|Arena Tycoon|Greta}} gives Ash the [[Symbol|Guts Symbol]].
*Ash and his friends leave the Battle Arena

;''[[AG150|May's Egg-cellent Adventure!]]''
*{{TP|May|Munchlax}} learns {{m|Focus Punch}}.
*{{AP|Pikachu}} learns {{m|Volt Tackle}}.
*{{an|May}} receives an {{pkmn|egg}}.

;''[[AG151|Weekend Warrior]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in {{ka|Silver Town}}.
*{{an|May}} wins the Silver Town [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her second [[Kanto]] [[ribbon]].
*Ash and his friends leave Silver Town.


;''[[AG153|Tactic Theatrics!!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Dome|Battle Dome]]
*{{FB|Dome Ace|Tucker}} gives Ash the [[Symbol|Tactics Symbol]].
*Ash and his friends leave the Battle Dome

;''[[AG154|Reversing the Charges]]''
*{{AP|Phanpy}} evolves into {{AP|Donphan}}.


;''[[AG156|From Cradle to Save]]''
*{{an|Brock}} catches {{TP|Brock|Bonsly}}.

;''[[AG157|Time Warp Heals All Wounds]]''
*{{an|May}}'s {{pkmn|egg}} hatches into {{TP|May|Eevee}}.

;''[[AG158|Queen of the Serpentine!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Pike|Battle Pike]]
*{{FB|Pike Queen|Lucy}} gives Ash the [[Symbol|Luck Symbol]].
*Ash and his friends leave the Battle Pike


;''[[AG160|Harley Rides Again]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Wisteria Town]].
*[[Harley]] wins the Wisteria Town [[Pokémon Contest]].
*{{TP|May|Munchlax}} makes its contest debut.
*Ash and his friends leave Wisteria Town.

;''[[AG161|Odd Pokémon Out!]]''
*{{AP|Grovyle}} evolves into {{AP|Sceptile}}.

;''[[AG162|Spontaneous Combusken!!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive on [[Chrysanthemum Island]].
*{{an|May}} wins the Chrysanthemum Island [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her third [[Kanto]] [[ribbon]].
*Ash and his friends leave Chrysanthemum Island.

;''[[AG163|Cutting the Ties that Bind]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Palace|Battle Palace]].

;''[[AG164|Ka Boom with a View!]]''
*{{FB|Palace Maven|Spenser}} gives {{Ash}} the [[Symbol|Spirits Symbol]].
*Ash and his friends leave the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Palace|Battle Palace]].



;''[[AG167|What I Did for Love!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Abelia Town]].
*{{an|May}} wins the Abelia Town [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her fourth [[Kanto]] [[ribbon]].
*Ash and his friends leave Abelia Town.


;''[[AG169|Talking a Good Game]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Salon|Battle Salon]].
*Ash challenges {{FB|Salon Maiden|Anabel}} to a battle, but loses.

;''[[AG170|Second Time's the Charm!]]''
*{{Ash}} challenges {{FB|Salon Maiden|Anabel}} to a rematch and wins.
*Anabel gives Ash the [[Symbol|Ability Symbol]].




;''[[AG174|New Plot - Odd Lot]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in {{to|Mulberry}}.

;''[[AG175|Going for Choke!]]''
*{{an|May}} wins the {{to|Mulberry}} [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her fifth [[Kanto]] [[ribbon]].
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave Mulberry.


;''[[AG177|Grating Spaces!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**Brock's {{p|Onix}} evolves into {{TP|Brock|Steelix}}.
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Pewter City]].
*Ash and his friends leave Pewter City.

;''[[AG178|Battling the Enemy Within]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Pyramid|Battle Pyramid]].
*Ash challenges {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}} to a battle, but loses.
*Ash and his friends leave the Battle Pyramid.


;''[[AG180|May, we Harley Drew'd Ya!]]''
*{{an|May}}, [[Drew]], [[Harley]] and [[Solidad]] advance to the first round of the [[Kanto]] [[Grand Festival]].

;''[[AG181|Thinning the Hoard!]]''
*{{an|May}}, [[Drew]], [[Harley]] and [[Solidad]] advance to the second round of the [[Kanto]] [[Grand Festival]].
*May defeats Harley in the third round of the Kanto Grand Festival.

;''[[AG182|Channeling the Battle Zone!]]''
*{{an|May}} defeats [[Drew]] in the third round of the [[Kanto]] [[Grand Festival]].
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Aipom}}.
*[[Solidad]] defeats May in the third round of the Kanto Grand Festival.
*Solidad wins the Kanto Grand Festival.




;''[[AG186|Overjoyed!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Pyramid|Battle Pyramid]].
*Ash challenges {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}} to a rematch, but loses again.
*Ash and his friends leave the Battle Pyramid.

;''[[AG187|The Unbeatable Lightness of Seeing!]]''
*{{Ash}} receives a postcard from {{Gary}} which tells him about [[Sinnoh]].
*[[Drew]] and [[Harley]] tell {{an|May}} they are going to take part in the [[Pokémon Contest]]s in [[Johto]].


;''[[AG189|Gathering The Gang of Four!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{AP|Charizard}} learns {{m|Steel Wing}}.
* {{AP|Bulbasaur}} returns from [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].
* Charizard returns from the [[Charicific Valley]].
* {{AP|Squirtle}} returns from the [[Squirtle Squad]].
* {{Ash}} challenges {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}} to a third battle.

;''[[AG190|Pace - The Final Frontier!]]''
*{{Ash}} defeats {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}}.
*Brandon gives Ash the [[Symbol|Brave Symbol]].
*Ash enters the {{Gdis|Battle Frontier|III}} [[Hall of Fame]].
*{{AP|Bulbasaur}} returns to [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].
*{{AP|Squirtle}} returns to the [[Squirtle Squad]].
*{{AP|Charizard}} returns to [[Charicific Valley]].

;''[[AG191|Once More with Reeling!]]''
*{{TP|May|Combusken}} evolves into {{TP|May|Blaziken}}.

;''[[AG192|Home is Where the Start Is!]]''
*{{an|May}} leaves for [[Johto]].
*[[Max]] returns to [[Petalburg City]].
*{{an|Brock}} returns to [[Pewter City]].
*Ash returns to [[Pallet Town]].
*Ash reencounters {{Gary}} in Pallet Town.
*Gary leaves Pallet Town for [[Sinnoh]].
*Ash receives a new [[Pokédex]] from {{an|Professor Oak}}.
*Ash leaves all his [[Pokémon]] but {{AP|Pikachu}} at [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].
*Ash leaves Pallet Town for Sinnoh.
*{{AP|Aipom}} follows Ash.

===[[Diamond & Pearl series|Diamond & Pearl]]===
====[[Sinnoh]]====
=====[[Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl|Season 10]]=====
*''Pre-season''
**[[Paul]] receives a [[Pokédex]] and his [[starter Pokémon]] from [[Professor Rowan]]. He chooses {{TP|Paul|Turtwig}}.
**Paul travels to [[Kanto]], [[Johto]] and [[Hoenn]] and competes in their [[Pokémon League]] tournaments.
*Paul's {{p|Turtwig}} evolves into {{p|Grotle}}.
*Paul's {{p|Grotle}} evolves into {{TP|Paul|Torterra}}.
*Paul captures a {{TP|Paul|Murkrow|Honchkrow}}, an {{TP|Paul|Elekid|Electabuzz}}, and a {{p|Weavile}}.
*Paul arrives in the [[Sinnoh]] [[region]].
*Paul captures {{p|Ninjask}} and {{TP|Paul|Chimchar}}.

;''[[DP001|Following a Maiden's Voyage!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{an|Dawn}} turns 10.
*Dawn leaves [[Twinleaf Town]] to become a [[Pokémon Coordinator]].
*Dawn arrives in [[Sandgem Town]].
*Dawn receives a [[Pokédex]] and her [[starter Pokémon]] from [[Professor Rowan]]. She chooses {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}.
*Dawn leaves Sandgem Town.
*Dawn sees a {{p|Mesprit}}.
*{{Ash}} arrives in the [[Sinnoh]] [[region]].
*Ash is separated from {{AP|Pikachu}}.

;''[[DP002|Two Degrees of Separation!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} finds {{AP|Pikachu}} and tries to capture it.
*{{AP|Pikachu}} destroys {{an|Dawn}}'s bike.
*[[James]] retrieves {{TP|James|Carnivine}}, which he owned as a child.
*{{an|Brock}} arrives in the [[Sinnoh]] [[region]].
*Brock joins {{Ash}}.
*Ash catches {{AP|Starly}}.

;''[[DP003|When Pokémon Worlds Collide!]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Paul]].
*Ash finds {{AP|Pikachu}}.
*Ash meets {{an|Dawn}}.
*[[Team Rocket]] starts using their third [[Team Rocket motto|motto]].
*Ash changes into his third outfit.


;''[[DP005|Gettin' Twiggy With It!]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Turtwig}}.



;''[[DP008|Gymbaliar]]''
*{{an|Brock}} catches {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}}.

;''[[DP009|Setting the World on its Buneary!]]''
* {{an|Dawn}} catches Buneary.

;''[[DP010|Not on My Watch Ya Don't!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Jubilife City]].
*{{an|Dawn}} gets a pink [[Pokétch]].

;''[[DP011|Mounting a Coordinator Assault!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} meets [[Zoey]].
*{{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}}, [[Zoey]], and [[Jessie]] enter a [[Pokémon Super Contest]].
*Ash, Dawn, Zoey, and Jessie compete in the first round of the contest.

;''[[DP012|Arrival of a Rival!]]''
*{{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}}, [[Zoey]] and [[Jessie]] advance to the second round of the contest.
*Zoey defeats Ash in the second round, beating {{AP|Aipom}} with {{TP|Zoey|Glameow}}.
*Zoey defeats Dawn in the second round, beating {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}} with Glameow.
*Zoey defeats Jessie in the second round, beating {{TP|James|Carnivine}} with Glameow.
*Zoey wins her second [[ribbon]].

;''[[DP013|A Staravia is Born!]]''
*Ash's {{p|Starly}} evolves into {{AP|Staravia}}.
*{{TP|Brock|Bonsly}} learns {{m|Mimic}}.
*Staravia learns {{m|Aerial Ace}}.

;''[[DP014|Leave It To Brocko!]]''
*Brock's {{p|Bonsly}} evolves into {{TP|Brock|Sudowoodo}}.

;''[[DP015|Shapes of Things to Come!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Oreburgh City]].
*[[Paul]] goes to [[Oreburgh Gym]] and challenges the [[Gym Leader]], [[Roark]]. He wins.
*Roark gives Paul the {{Badge|Coal}}.

;''[[DP016|A Gruff Act to Follow!]]''
*{{Ash}} goes to [[Oreburgh Gym]] and challenges the [[Gym Leader]], [[Roark]]. He loses.

;''[[DP017|Wild in the Streets!]]''
*{{p|Cranidos}} evolves into {{p|Rampardos}}.
*{{an|Dawn}} learns the next [[Pokémon Super Contest|contest]] will be in [[Floaroma Town]].

;''[[DP018|O'er the Rampardos we Watched!]]''
*{{Ash}} goes to [[Oreburgh Gym]] and rechallenges the [[Gym Leader]], [[Roark]]. He wins.
*Roark gives Ash the {{Badge|Coal}}.

;''[[DP019|Twice Smitten, Once Shy!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} catches {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}}.
*Dawn [[Released Pokémon|releases]] Pachirisu.
*Dawn recatches Pachirisu.



;''[[DP022|Borrowing on Bad Faith!]]''
*[[Jessie]] borrows {{AP|Aipom}}.
*{{an|Dawn}} and Jessie enter an unofficial contest.
*Dawn and Jessie advance to the second round.
*Jessie defeats Dawn in the second round, beating {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}} with {{AP|Aipom}}.
*Jessie wins a year's supply of bananas.




;''[[DP026|Getting the Pre-Contest Titters!]]''
*{{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} learns {{m|Whirlpool}}.
*{{an|Dawn}} encounters a childhood friend, {{si|Kenny}}.
*Dawn, Kenny, and [[Jessie]] enter a [[Pokémon Super Contest]].

;''[[DP027|Settling a Not-So-Old Score!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} defeats [[Jessie]] in the second round, beating {{TP|Jessie|Dustox}} with {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}.
*Dawn defeats {{si|Kenny}} in the second round, beating {{TP|Kenny|Prinplup}} with Piplup.
*Dawn wins her first [[Ribbon]].

;''[[DP028|Drifloon on the Wind!]]''
*{{Ash}} and [[Paige and Marnie|Marnie]] meet a {{p|Suicune}}.


;''[[DP030|Some Enchanted Sweetening]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Cheryl]].
*Cheryl catches {{p|Burmy}}.
*Cheryl's Burmy evolves into {{p|Mothim}}.

;''[[DP031|The Grass-Type is Always Greener!]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Gardenia]].
*Gardenia defeats Ash in a {{pkmn|battle}}.


;''[[DP033|All Dressed Up with Somewhere to Go!]]''
*{{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}} and {{an|Brock}} enter a competition for a TV Project called Pokémon Cosplay Convention.
*Brock wins an {{pkmn|egg}}.

;''[[DP034|Buizel Your Way Out of This!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} catches {{TP|Dawn|Buizel}}.

;''[[DP035|An Elite Greet and Meet!]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Lucian]].
*Ash learns about the [[Sinnoh]] [[Elite Four]].
*Lucian defeats {{an|Dawn}} in a {{pkmn|battle}}.

;''[[DP036|A Secret Sphere of Influence!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Eterna City]].
*Ash learns [[Gardenia]] is the Eterna City [[Gym Leader]].
*Ash learns the [[Sinnoh myths#The Original Story|Sinnoh creation myth]].
*[[Team Galactic]] appear, including [[Saturn]], though Ash and his friends do not meet them.

;''[[DP037|A Grass Menagerie!]]''
*{{Ash}} goes to [[Eterna Gym]] and challenges the [[Gym Leader]], [[Gardenia]]. He wins.
*Gardenia gives Ash the {{Badge|Forest}}.

;''[[DP038|One Big Happiny Family!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} are on [[Sinnoh Route 206|Cycling Road]].
*{{an|Brock}}'s {{pkmn|egg}} hatches into {{TP|Brock|Happiny}}.
*Brock polishes a white stone into an {{DL|Held item|Oval Stone}} for {{TP|Brock|Happiny}}.



;''[[DP040|Top-Down Training!]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Cynthia]].
*Cynthia defeats [[Paul]] in a {{pkmn|battle}}.










;''[[DP049|Dawn's Early Night!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}}, [[Zoey]], [[Jessie]], and [[Nando]] compete in the [[Hearthome City]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.
*Dawn loses in the appeal round.
*Nando defeats Jessie in the semifinals.
*Nando defeats Zoey in the final round.

;''[[DP050|Tag! We're It!]]''
*{{Ash}}, {{an|Brock}} and {{an|Dawn}} compete in the [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]].
**Ash is teamed up with [[Paul]].
**Brock is teamed up with [[Holly]].
**Dawn is teamed up with [[Conway]].

;''[[DP051|Glory Blaze!]]''
*[[Paul]] [[Released Pokémon|releases]] {{AP|Chimchar}}.
*{{Ash}} and [[Paul]], {{an|Dawn}} and [[Conway]], and {{an|Brock}} and [[Holly]] advance in the tournament.

;''[[DP052|Smells Like Team Spirit!]]''
*{{AP|Chimchar}} joins {{Ash}}.
*Ash and [[Paul]] face {{an|Brock}} and [[Holly]]. Ash and Paul win and advance to the finals.
*{{an|Dawn}} and [[Conway]] advance to the finals.
*Ash and Paul face Dawn and Conway in the finals.
*Paul's {{p|Elekid}} [[Evolution|evolves]] into {{TP|Paul|Electabuzz}}.
*Ash and Paul win [[Soothe Bell]]s.
*Paul gives his Soothe Bell to Ash.

=====[[Pokémon Diamond & Pearl: Battle Dimension|Season 11]]=====


;''[[DP054|Once There Were Greenfields!]]''
*[[Gardenia]] reappears.
*Gardenia and [[James]] have a tag battle against {{Ash}} and {{an|Dawn}} using {{TP|Gardenia|Turtwig}}, {{TP|James|Cacnea}}, {{TP|Ash|Aipom}}, and {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}}. Ash and Dawn win.
*Cacnea learns {{m|Drain Punch}}.
*James gives Cacnea to Gardenia.

;''[[DP055|Throwing the Track Switch]]''
*[[Zoey]] reappears.
*{{Ash}} is training for his next {{Pkmn|Gym}} battle in [[Veilstone City]].
*{{an|Dawn}} is training for her next {{Pkmn|Contest}} in [[Solaceon Town]].
*{{AP|Aipom}} is having a hard time concentrating on Ash's training.
*{{TP|Dawn|Buizel}} is having a hard time concentrating on Dawn's training.
*Zoey suggests Ash and Dawn [[trade]] Aipom and Buizel.
*Ash and Dawn use each other's Buizel and Aipom in battle against [[Team Rocket]].
*Ash and Dawn officially trade Aipom and Buizel.






;''[[DP060|Journey to the Unknown!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} explore the [[Solaceon Ruins]].
*{{an|Dawn}}'s {{p|Aipom}} evolves into {{TP|Dawn|Ambipom}}.
*Saturn steals [[Spear Key|a cube]] from the Solaceon Ruins.

;''[[DP061|Team Shocker!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} competes in a [[Pokémon Contest]] in [[Solaceon Town]].
*Dawn loses in the Appeals Round in the Solaceon Town Contest.
*[[Jessie]] wins the Solaceon Town Contest with her {{TP|Jessie|Dustox}}.



;''[[DP064|Riding the Winds of Change!]]''
*{{Ash}}, {{an|Brock}}, and {{an|Dawn}} enter a town having a problem with trapped {{p|Gligar}}.
*[[Paul]] uses his {{TP|Paul|Electabuzz}} and {{p|Weavile}} to capture the Gligar's leader, a {{TP|Paul|Gliscor}}.
*Ash, Brock, and Dawn help [[Nurse Joy]] and [[Officer Jenny]] chase the Gligar from the town.
*One {{AP|Gligar}} remains behind, and chooses to go with Ash.

;''[[DP065|Sleight of Sand!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} encounter {{an|Hippopotas}} once more.
*[[Cassidy]] and [[Butch]] show up in the Sinnoh region and get into an argument with [[Jessie]] and [[James]].

;''[[DP066|Lost Leader Strategy!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Veilstone City]].
*[[Maylene]] denies Ash's request for a Gym Battle.
*Ash and co. meet [[Paul]]'s older brother, [[Reggie]].
*Ash battles Reggie.
*Maylene agrees to a confidence-boosting match against {{an|Dawn}}.

;''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''
*Ash trains his {{AP|Staravia}} to use {{m|Brave Bird}}.
*{{an|Dawn}} battles [[Maylene]] in a Gym Battle.
*Maylene defeats Dawn.

;''[[DP068|A Triple Fighting Chance!]]''
*{{Ash}} battles [[Maylene]] in a Gym Battle.
*{{AP|Buizel}} learns {{m|Water Pulse}}.
*Ash's match with Maylene ends in a draw.
*Maylene gives Ash the {{Badge|Cobble}}.

;''[[DP069|Enter Galactic!]]''
*[[Team Galactic]] arrives in Veilstone City to steal its [[meteorite]]s.
*[[Saturn]]'s {{p|Toxicroak}} battles [[Brock's Croagunk]].
*{{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}}, {{an|Brock}}, [[Maylene]], and [[Reggie]] fight off Team Galactic.
*{{AP|Pikachu}} and [[Paul's Electabuzz]] begin to get along.
*Team Galactic flees.



;''[[DP071|Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! Part 1]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} meet [[Kellyn]].
*The group meet a {{p|Riolu}} that can use {{m|Aura Sphere}}.
*[[J|Pokémon Hunter J]] attempts to steal the Riolu.
*{{an|Dawn}} learns of Ash's [[aura]] abilities.

;''[[DP072|Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! Part 2]]''
*[[J]] steals the {{p|Riolu}} from the prior episode.
*{{Ash}} saves Riolu from J and the man J is working for.

;''[[DP073|Crossing Paths]]''
*[[Jessie]]'s {{TP|Jessie|Dustox}} meets a {{shiny}} {{p|Dustox}}.
*{{Ash}}, {{ashfr|his friends}}, and [[Team Rocket]] learn of the Dustox breeding ceremony.
*Jessie [[Released Pokémon|releases]] Dustox.

;''[[DP074|Pika and Goliath!]]''
*{{AP|Pikachu}} loses a battle against [[Sho|a boy]]'s {{p|Raichu}}.
*{{Ash}} reveals that he still has the {{evostone|Thunderstone}} given to him in [[Vermilion City]].
*Pikachu decides once again not to evolve into Raichu.
*Pikachu defeats [[Sho]]'s Raichu.
*[[Jessie]], [[James]], and {{MTR}} steal the Thunderstone Ash saved.

;''[[DP075|Our Cup Runneth Over!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} learns about the [[Wallace Cup]], a special [[Pokémon Contest]] that offers a [[ribbon]] redeemable at any [[region]]al [[Grand Festival]] as a prize.
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} meet [[Wallace]], former [[Sootopolis City]] [[Gym Leader]] and [[Hoenn]] {{pkmn|Champion}}.
*{{an|May}} calls Ash from [[Snowpoint City]].

;''[[DP076|A Full Course Tag Battle!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**May's {{p|Eevee}} evolves into {{TP|May|Glaceon}}.
**Drew's {{p|Roselia}} evolves into {{TP|Drew|Roserade}}.
*{{an|May}} joins {{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}}, and {{an|Brock}} at [[Valor Lakefront]] to compete in the [[Wallace Cup]].
*May and Ash show Dawn the [[Ribbon]] they tied to win in ''[[AG191|Once More with Reeling]]''.

;''[[DP077|Staging A Heroes' Welcome!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{an|May}}'s {{p|Squirtle}} evolves into {{TP|May|Wartortle}}.
*May, {{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}}, and [[Zoey]] compete in the [[Wallace Cup]].

;''[[DP078|Pruning a Passel of Pals!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{an|May}}'s {{p|Bulbasaur}} evolves into {{TP|May|Ivysaur}}.
**May's {{p|Ivysaur}} evolves into Venusaur.
*May, {{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}}, and [[Zoey]] continue to compete in the [[Wallace Cup]].
*Ash sees {{p|Azelf}}'s projected soul at [[Lake Valor]].
*Ash drops out of the Wallace Cup in the quarterfinals.

;''[[DP079|Strategy With a Smile!]]''
*{{an|May}}, {{an|Dawn}}, and [[Zoey]] continue to compete in the [[Wallace Cup]].
*Zoey drops out of the Wallace Cup in the semifinals.
*May and Dawn face each other in the finals of the Wallace Cup.
*Dawn and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} narrowly defeat May and {{TP|May|Glaceon}} in the finals.
*Dawn wins the [[Aqua Ribbon]].
*May returns to [[Johto]] to compete for two more [[Ribbon]]s.

;''[[DP080|The Thief That Keeps on Thieving!]]''
*{{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}}, and {{an|Brock}} continue on their way to [[Pastoria City]].
*The group meets [[Tyler]], a rookie trainer who is trying to capture a {{p|Yanma}}.
*[[Jessie]] captures {{TP|Jessie|Yanma}} before Tyler can.
*Jessie, [[James]], and {{MTR}} send Yanma to {{an|Giovanni}} via {{TR|Delibird}}.
*Giovanni deems Yanma to be weak and returns it.
*Jessie decides to train Yanma.
*Jessie's Yanma uses {{m|AncientPower}} and [[Evolution|evolves]] into {{p|Yanmega}}.



;''[[DP083|A Crasher Course in Power!]]''
*[[Crasher Wake]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Fen}}.

;''[[DP084|Hungry For the Good Life!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} captures a {{TP|Dawn|Swinub}}.

;''[[DP085|Fighting Fear With Fear!]]''
*{{Ash}}'s {{p|Gligar}} learns {{m|X-Scissor}}.
*Ash, {{an|Dawn}} and {{an|Brock}} meet up with {{Gary}}.
*Gary gives Ash a [[Razor Fang]].
*Ash's Gligar [[Evolution|evolves]] into {{AP|Gliscor}}.
;''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]''
*Dawn wins the [[Hearthome Collection]] with Buneary.








;''[[DP095|Battling the Generation Gap!]]''
*Dawn wins her third ribbon in the [[Celestic Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.
;''[[DP096|Losing Its Lustrous!]]''
*[[Team Galactic]] steals the {{DL|Type-enhancing item|Adamant Orb}} from a police airplane.
*Ash and his friends meet Cynthia again.
*Ash and his friends meet [[Professor Carolina]], who is Cynthia's grandmother.
*[[Saturn's Toxicroak]] defeats [[Brock's Croagunk]].
;''[[DP097|Double Team Turnover!]]''
*Ash and his friends confront [[Team Galactic]], but fail in getting back the [[Lustrous Orb]].
*Team Galactic steals the Lustrous Orb from [[Celestic Town]].



;''[[DP099|A Trainer and Child Reunion!]]''
*Ash, Brock and Dawn meet {{EF|Aaron}} of the Elite Four.
;''[[DP100|Aiding the Enemy!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**[[Paul]] earns the {{Badge|Relic}} from [[Fantina]].
*{{Ash}}'s {{p|Turtwig}} [[Evolution|evolves]] into {{p|Grotle}}.
*Paul's {{p|Torterra}} helps {{AP|Grotle}} deal with its decreased speed.
;''[[DP101|Barry's Busting Out All Over!]]''
*{{Ash}}, {{an|Brock}}, and {{an|Dawn}} meet {{an|Barry}}.
*Ash prepares to have an official Gym battle rematch with [[Fantina]].
*Barry and Ash battle. Ash comes out the victor.

;''[[DP102|A Shield with a Twist!]]''
*[[Fantina]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Relic}}.
*[[Jessie]] wins her second [[ribbon]] in the {{to|Majolica}} {{pkmn|Contest}} with her {{TP|Jessie|Yanmega}}.
;''[[DP103|Jumping Rocket Ship!]]''
*Ash and co. reach [[Canalave City]].
*The group's Pokémon are blasted away to various points in Canalave City.
*Barry leaves the group to train on [[Iron Island]].
;''[[DP104|Sleepless in Pre-Battle!]]''
*Dawn's {{p|Swinub}} evolves into {{TP|Dawn|Piloswine}}.

=====[[Pokémon Diamond & Pearl: Galactic Battles|Season 12]]=====
;''[[DP106|A Breed Stampede!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{si|Kenny}} earns his third [[Ribbon]].
**[[Nando]] earns his fourth Ribbon.
*{{an|Dawn}}'s {{p|Piloswine}} starts disobeying her.
*Dawn's Piloswine evolves into a {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}}.
*{{AP|Grotle}} begins to utilize the lessons that were taught to it by [[Paul's Torterra]].
;''[[DP108|Dealing with Defensive Types!]]''
*{{Ash}} battles for his sixth Sinnoh Badge, against [[Byron]].
*Ash earns his sixth Gym Badge, the {{Badge|Mine}}.

;''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} wins her fourth [[Ribbon]] in the [[Chocovine Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.

;''[[DP118|Pursuing a Lofty Goal!]]''
*{{Ash}}'s {{p|Staravia}} [[Evolution|evolves]] into {{AP|Staraptor}}.

;''[[DP121|The Lonely Snover!]]''
* [[Ash's Grotle]] learns {{m|Rock Climb}}.

;''[[DP123|Old Rivals, New Tricks!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} competes in a [[Pokémon Contest]] in [[Sandalstraw Town]].
*{{si|Kenny}} defeats Dawn and wins his fourth [[ribbon]].
;''[[DP124|To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} gives {{TP|Dawn|Ambipom}} to [[O]] for training.

;''[[DP127|Sliding Into Seventh!]]''
*{{Ash}} battles [[Candice]] of the [[Snowpoint Gym]] for his seventh Sinnoh Badge.
*Ash earns the {{Badge|Icicle}} from Candice.
;''[[DP128|A Pyramiding Rage!]]''
* Brandon arrives in Snowpoint City.
** Paul challenges Brandon, with Paul losing easily.
;''[[DP129|Pillars of Friendship!]]''
* J returns and awakens Regigigas.
** Ash and Co., along with Brandon, stop J.
;''[[DP130|Frozen on Their Tracks!]]''
* Ash and Co. meet Looker, of the Internation Police Force.
;''[[DP131|Pedal to the Mettle!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**[[Paul]]'s {{p|Magmar}} evolves into {{TP|Paul|Magmortar}}.
*{{Ash}} and Paul begin to battle.
;''[[DP132|Evolving Strategies!]]''
*{{Ash}} and [[Paul]] continue their battle.
*Ash's {{p|Chimchar}} evolves into {{AP|Monferno}}.
*Ash loses the battle.
;''[[DP133|Uncrushing Defeat!]]''
* Brock sees {{p|Uxie}} at [[Lake Acuity]].

;''[[DP136|Gateway to Ruin!]]''
*Ash and co. once again run into Team Galactic at [[Mt. Coronet]].

;''[[DP138|Strategy Begins at Home!]]''
*Ash and Brock meet Johanna. Dawn battles Johanna and loses.

;''[[DP141|Challenging a Towering Figure!]]''
*Ash wins the [[Twinleaf Festival]] and battles {{FB|Tower Tycoon|Palmer}} of the Sinnoh Battle Tower, but loses.

;''[[DP143|An Egg Scramble!]]''
*Dawn defeats {{an|Lyra}} in a battle and receives an {{pkmn|egg}}, which later hatches into {{TP|Dawn|Cyndaquil}}.

;''[[DP146|Dressed for Jess Success!]]''
*[[James]] enters a contest passing by [[Jessilina]] and wins, so [[Jessie]] gets her third ribbon. Dawn loses to James in the semi-finals.
;''[[DP150|Unlocking the Red Chain of Events!]]''
*Cyrus hires [[Pokémon Hunter J]] to capture {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}} and {{p|Uxie}}.
;''[[DP151|The Needs of the Three!]]''
*[[Pokémon Hunter J]] catches {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, and {{p|Uxie}} for [[Team Galactic]].
;''[[DP152|The Battle Finale of Legend!]]''
*[[Cyrus]] summons {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} and disappears through the portal created by them.
*[[Saturn]], [[Mars]], and [[Jupiter]] are arrested, bringing down [[Team Galactic]].
;''[[DP154|Mastering Current Events!]]''
*{{Ash}} leaves {{AP|Gliscor}} with [[McCann]].
;''[[DP157|Gotta Get a Gible!]]''
*{{Ash}} captures a {{AP|Gible}} which he befriended in ''[[DP156|A Meteoric Rise to Excellence!]]''.
=====[[Pokémon Diamond & Pearl: Sinnoh League Victors|Season 13]]=====
;''[[DP159|Short and To the Punch!]]''
*{{Ash}}'s {{AP|Buizel}} learns {{m|Ice Punch}}
;''[[DP161|Yes, in Dee Dee It's Dawn!]]''
* {{an|Dawn}}, [[Ursula]], and [[Jessie]] enter the [[Daybreak Town]] Contest, with the 3 making it to the Battle Round.
;''[[DP162|Playing the Performance Encore!]]''
* [[Ursula]] defeats [[Jessie]] in the Battle Round of the Daybreak Contest.
* {{an|Dawn}} defeats Ursula in the finals, earning her 5th and final ribbon.
;''[[DP163|Fighting Ire with Fire!]]''
* {{an|Barry}} and [[Paul]] meet for the first time.
* Barry has earned the 8 Sinnoh Badges, qualifying him for the Sinnoh League.
* {{Ash}} battles Barry briefly.
* Ash's Monferno activates {{a|Blaze}} again and gets out of control.
* {{p|Monferno}} evolves into {{AP|Infernape}}.
;''[[DP164|Piplup, Up and Away!]]''
* [[Dawn's Piplup]] learns {{m|Hydro Pump}}.
;''[[DP165|Flint Sparks the Fire!]]''
* {{Ash}} and {{Ashfr|co.}} meet {{E4|Flint}}.
* [[Volkner]] refuses to battle Ash.
* Ash battles Flint, losing.
* Volkner decides to battle Ash.
;''[[DP166|The Fleeing Tower of Sunyshore!]]''
* Ash's Grotle evolves into {{AP|Torterra}} and learns {{m|Leaf Storm}}.
;''[[DP167|Teaching the Student Teacher]]''
* Jessie wins her fourth ribbon in the [[Neighborly Town]] Contest.
;''[[DP170|An Elite Coverup!]]''
* Ash and his friends meet [[Bertha]].
;''[[DP171|Dawn of a Royal Day!]]''
* Princess Salvia wins the Arrowroot Town Contest, and gives the Ribbon to Jessie.
* Jessie obtains her 5th Ribbon, thus qualifing for the Sinnoh Grand Festival.
* Princess Salvia gives her Togekiss to Dawn.
;''[[DP173|Dealing with a Fierce Double Ditto Drama!]]''
* The gang arrive at Valor Lakefront for the Grand Festival.
;''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**Nando has earned seven Gym Badges.
**Nando acquires a {{p|Kricketot}} and an {{p|Altaria}}.
**Zoey's Shellos and Finneon are revealed to have evolved into a Gastrodon and Lumineon, respectively.
*Kenny's Prinplup evolves into an {{TP|Kenny|Empoleon}}; he is also revealed to have obtained a Floatzel.
*{{an|Dawn}} enters the Grand Festival alongside [[Zoey]] and [[Jessie|Jessilina]].
*[[Nando]], {{si|Kenny}}, and [[Ursula]] earned their fifth ribbons and enter the Grand Festival as well.
*Ursula is revealed to have obtained two Eevee, which she evolves into a Vaporeon and a Flareon during her appeal.
*Dawn, Nando, Ursula, Zoey, and Jessilina successfully clear the appeals round; however, Kenny fails to make it through and is eliminated from the Grand Festival.
;''[[DP175|Opposites Interact!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} beats [[Ursula]] and advances to the Top 16 round of the Sinnoh Grand Festival.
*[[Zoey]], [[Nando]], and [[Jessie|Jessilina]] also advance to the Top 16 round of the Sinnoh Grand Festival.
;''[[DP176|Coming Full Festival Circle!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**Zoey's Misdreavus evolves into a Mismagius.
**Nando's Roselia evolves into a Roserade, while he is also revealed to have captured a Lopunny.
*Zoey and Dawn defeat Nando and Jessilina, respectively, and advance to the finals of the Sinnoh Grand Festival.
;''[[DP177|A Grand Fight for Winning!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**Zoey's Kirlia evolves into a Gallade.
*Zoey defeats Dawn in the final round of the Sinnoh Grand Festival, winning the Ribbon Cup as well as the title of Top Coordinator.
*Jessie decides to give up on [[Pokémon Contest]]s after seeing Dawn lose.
*{{Ash}} learns that [[Sunyshore Gym]] is fully repaired and Volkner is ready for their Gym Battle.
;''[[DP179|The Eighth Wonder of the Sinnoh World!]]''
*{{Ash}} arrives back at [[Sunyshore Gym]] for his Gym Battle against [[Volkner]].
**[[Ash's Infernape]]'s {{a|Blaze}} is activated again, and it gains control of the ability for the first time.
**Ash defeats Volkner and earns the Beacon Badge, allowing him to participate in the Sinnoh League.
;''[[DP180|Four Roads Diverged in a Pokémon Port!]]''
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} encounter [[Jasmine]].
* {{an|Dawn}} meets Jasmine.
* {{E4|Flint}} and {{si|Kenny}} battle and defeat Jasmine and Ash, respectively.
;''[[DP181|Bucking the Treasure Trend!]]''
*{{Ash}} and his {{ashfr|friends}} meet [[Buck]].
;''[[DP182|An Old Family Blend!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at [[Lily of the Valley Island]] for the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]].
*[[Paul]], {{an|Barry}}, [[Nando]] and [[Conway]] also enter the Lily of the Valley Conference, the latter two having earned the eight [[badge|Gym Badges]] required.
*Ash decides to use the Pokémon he has stored at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s [[Professor Oak's Laboratory|Laboratory]] alongside the Pokémon he has acquired in [[Sinnoh]] during the tournament, and spends time with several of them.
*{{Ash}}'s {{p|Cyndaquil}} is revealed to have learned {{m|Flame Wheel}}.
*Ash's Cyndaquil evolves into {{AP|Quilava}} and learns {{m|Eruption}}.
*Ash learns he will be battling [[Nando]] in the first round of the tournament.
;''[[DP183|League Unleashed!]]''
* The [[Sinnoh League]] tournament on [[Lily of the Valley Island]] begins.
* {{Ash}}'s {{AP|Quilava}} is revealed to have learned {{m|Aerial Ace}} while his {{AP|Heracross}} is revealed to have learned {{m|Sleep Talk}} and {{m|Focus Punch}}.
* The gang learn that a mysterious trainer has entered the tournament with a {{p|Darkrai}}.
* Ash wins his first battle against [[Nando]], knocking him out of the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]].
* {{an|Barry}}, [[Conway]] and [[Paul]] also make it through the preliminaries.
;''[[DP184|Casting a Paul on Barry!]]''
* Ash, Paul, Barry, Conway, and [[Tobias]] make it through the second round of the Lily of the Valley Conference.
* Paul and Barry are selected to battle each other in the third round of the Lily of the Valley Conference while Ash is selected to battle Conway.
* Paul's Electabuzz is revealed to have evolved into an Electivire, and Electivire is revealed to have learned Giga Impact upon its evolution to its final form.
* Barry is revealed to have captured a Skarmory and a Hitmonlee.
* Paul defeats Barry and advances to the quarter finals of the tournament.
;''[[DP185|Working on a Right Move!]]''
* Ash's Infernape learns Flare Blitz.
* Conway is revealed to have obtained a Shuckle, a Lickilicky, and a Dusknoir.
* Ash's Noctowl is revealed to have learned Extrasensory, Air Slash, and Sky Attack.
* Ash's Gible masters Draco Meteor.
* Ash defeats Conway and advances to the next round.
* Ash learns that he will face Paul in the quarter-final of the Lily of the Valley Conference.
* Ash's Gliscor returns to Ash for the battle against Paul.
* Tobias advances to the quarter-final.
;''[[DP186|Familiarity Breeds Strategy!]]''
* In the Lily of the Valley Conference quarter-final, Ash and Paul begin their second full battle.
* Paul is revealed to have obtained a Drapion and a Gastrodon while his Lairon is revealed to have evolved into an Aggron.
;''[[DP187|A Real Rival Rouser!]]''
* Ash and Paul continue their full battle.
* Ash's Gliscor is revealed to have learned Stone Edge.
* Paul is revealed to have obtained a Froslass.
;''[[DP188|Battling a Thaw in Relations!]]''
* Ash and Paul continue their full battle.
* Infernape's Blaze ability activates. Infernape gets control of the ability.
* Ash wins the battle and goes to the semi-finals.
;''[[DP189|The Semi-Final Frontier!]]''
* In the Lily of the Valley Conference semi-final, Ash battles Tobias.
* Tobias is revealed to have a {{p|Latios}}.
* Ash loses to Tobias and is eliminated from the Lily of the Valley Confence.
;''[[DP190|The Brockster Is In!]]''
* Brock's {{p|Happiny}} evolves into {{TP|Brock|Chansey}} and learns {{m|Softboiled}}.
* [[Nurse Joy]] suggests to {{an|Brock}} that he trains to become a Pokémon Doctor.
* {{ashfr|Ash and co.}} reach [[Twinleaf Town]].
;''[[DP191|Memories are Made of Bliss!]]''
* {{an|Dawn}} decides to remain in Sinnoh, {{an|Brock}} decides to train to become a Pokémon Doctor while {{Ash}} renews his vow to become a Pokémon Master.
* Ash and Brock return to [[Kanto]] and go their separate ways.
* Ash and [[Ash's Pikachu]] reach [[Pallet Town]].

===[[Best Wishes series]]===
====[[Unova]]====
=====[[Pokémon: Black & White|Season 14]]=====
;''[[BW001|In The Shadow of Zekrom!]]''
*Trip turns 10.
*{{Ash}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} travel with {{Delia}} and {{an|Professor Oak}} to the [[Unova]] region where Professor Oak is attending a conference. {{p|Deerling}}'s {{DL|Form differences|Deerling and Sawsbuck|spring coat}} indicates it is {{DL|Seasons|Spring|springtime}} in Unova.
* Ash learns that all of the Pokémon that live in the Unova region cannot be found in [[Kanto]], [[Johto]], [[Hoenn]] or [[Sinnoh]].
* Ash and company meet [[Professor Juniper]].
* [[Team Rocket]] also arrive in the Unova region, having been assigned there by {{an|Giovanni}}.
* Pikachu becomes temporarily unable to use {{type2|Electric}} attacks after being hit by lightning caused by {{p|Zekrom}}.
* Ash meets a photographer and beginning {{pkmn|Trainer}} by the name of [[Trip]].
* Trip obtains a {{p|Snivy}} from Professor Juniper then battles [[Ash's Pikachu]] and wins.
;''[[BW002|Enter Iris and Axew!]]''
* {{p|Zekrom}} appears again and Pikachu is given back his Electric powers.
* Ash decides to remain in [[Unova]] and challenge [[Unova League|its]] [[Pokémon League]].
* Ash learns the first [[Unova League]] [[Gym]] is in [[Striaton City]].
* The {{AP|Oshawott}} from [[Professor Juniper]]'s lab starts to follow Ash.
* Ash meets a mysterious girl named {{an|Iris}} and her {{TP|Iris|Axew}}.
* [[Jessie]] and [[James]] are revealed to have left all their Pokémon at Team Rocket's Headquarters.
* Ash captures a {{AP|Pidove|Tranquill}}.
* Jessie captures a {{TP|Jessie|Woobat}}.
;''[[BW003|A Sandile Gusher of Change!]]''
* The {{AP|Oshawott}} from [[Professor Juniper]]'s laboratory that has been following {{Ash}} since ''[[BW001|In The Shadow of Zekrom!]]'' joins his team.
* A wild [[Sunglasses Krokorok|Sandile]] begins [[Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|following]] Ash.
;''[[BW004|The Battle Club and Tepig's Choice!]]''
* Ash captures a {{AP|Tepig}}.
;''[[BW005|Triple Leaders, Team Threats!]]''
* {{Ash}} and {{an|Iris}} arrive at [[Striaton City]], and meet {{an|Cilan}}.
* Rather than challenging just one of the leaders, Ash challenges all of the Gym Leader trio of Cilan, [[Chili]] and [[Cress]] to a gym battle.
* Ash loses to Cress, defeats Chili, and starts his battle with Cilan.
* {{Ash}}'s {{AP|Tepig}} and {{AP|Oshawott}} are revealed to know {{m|Tackle}}.
;''[[BW006|Dreams by the Yard Full!]]''
* [[Ash's Oshawott]] is revealed to know {{m|Razor Shell}}.
* {{Ash}} defeats {{an|Cilan}} and earns the {{badge|Trio}}.
* Ash, Cilan, and {{an|Iris}} agree to travel together through [[Unova]].
* Ash learns that the next Unova Gym is at [[Nacrene City]].
* {{p|Axew|Axew's}} dream reveals that it wants to reach its {{p|Haxorus|final evolutionary stage}}.
;''[[BW007|Snivy Plays Hard to Catch!]]''
* Ash catches a {{AP|Snivy}}.
* {{an|Giovanni}} informs Team Rocket of the presence of another villainous team.
;''[[BW008|Saving Darmanitan From the Bell!]]''
* Team Rocket meets a stranger who gives them a mysterious item and tells them to head for Nacrene City.
;''[[BW009|The Bloom Is on Axew!]]''
* Iris is revealed to have an {{TP|Iris|Excadrill}}.
* Iris's Axew is revealed to know {{m|Scratch}} and {{m|Dragon Rage}}.
* Team Rocket is told to go to the [[Desert Resort]].
;''[[BW010|A Rival Battle for Club Champ!]]''
* {{Ash}} encounters [[Trip]] again whom {{an|Iris}} meets for the first time.
* It is revealed that, like [[Nurse Joy]] and [[Officer Jenny]], there is a [[Don George]] that runs a [[Battle Club]] in multiple cities in the [[Unova]] region.
* [[Jessie]], [[James]] and {{MTR}} meet [[Pierce]] for the first time.
* It is revealed that Trip has obtained the {{badge|Trio}}, as well as another badge.
* Ash and Trip decide to have their second battle.
* It is revealed that Trip's {{p|Snivy}} has evolved into {{TP|Trip|Servine}} and that he has obtained a {{p|Tranquill}} and a {{p|Frillish}}.
* [[Ash's Snivy]] is revealed to know {{m|Leaf Blade}}.
* Trip defeats Ash in their battle.
;''[[BW011|A Home for Dwebble!]]''
* [[Cilan's Pansage]] is revealed to know {{m|Dig}}.
* {{an|Cilan}} catches a {{TP|Cilan|Dwebble}}.
;''[[BW012|Here Comes the Trubbish Squad!]]''
* [[Jessie]], [[James]], and {{MTR}} receive a dummy meteorite from a Team Rocket agent.
* Ash receives a [[Pokémon egg]].
;''[[BW013|Minccino-Neat and Tidy!]]''
* [[Jessie]], [[James]], and {{MTR}} arrive in [[Nacrene City]].
* {{Ash}} gets a new badge case from {{an|Bianca}}, given to her by [[Professor Juniper]].
* Ash battles Bianca and wins.
;''[[BW014|A Night in the Nacrene City Museum!]]''
* {{Ash}}, {{an|Iris}}, and {{an|Cilan}} arrive in [[Nacrene City]].
* Ash and co. meet [[Hawes]] and [[Lenora]].
* Ash challenges Lenora to a gym battle.
;''[[BW015|The Battle According to Lenora!]]''
* {{Ash}} battles [[Lenora]] and loses.
* [[Team Rocket]] steals the meteorite from Nacrene Museum.
;''[[BW016|Rematch at the Nacrene Gym!]]''
* {{AP|Tepig}} learns {{m|Flame Charge}}.
* {{AP|Oshawott}} learns {{m|Aqua Jet}}.
* Ash obtains the {{badge|Basic}}.
;''[[BW017|Scraggy-Hatched to be Wild!]]''
* Ash's egg hatches into a {{AP|Scraggy}}.
* Jessie, James, and Meowth deliver the meteorite they stole from Nacrene Museum to [[Dr. Zager]] for analysis.
* Ash and Iris have their first battle using Scraggy and Axew, respectively. The battle results in a draw.
;''[[BW018|Sewaddle and Burgh in Pinwheel Forest!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{Ashfr|friends}} reach [[Pinwheel Forest]] and meet the [[Castelia City]] [[Gym Leader]], [[Burgh]].
* Ash captures a {{AP|Sewaddle|Swadloon}}.
* Ash sends one of his Pokémon to [[Professor Juniper]] and adds Sewaddle to his team.
;''[[BW019|A Connoisseur's Revenge!]]''
* {{AP|Pidove|Tranquill}} is revealed to be the Pokémon sent to [[Professor Juniper]].
* {{an|Cilan}} is revealed to be a Class A {{pkmn|Connoisseur}}.
;''[[BW020|Dancing With the Ducklett Trio!]]''
* {{AP|Pikachu}} learns {{m|Electro Ball}}.
* The [[Sunglasses Krokorok|Sunglasses Sandile]] evolves into {{p|Krokorok}}.
;''[[BW021|The Lost World of Gothitelle!]]''
* {{Ash}} sends {{AP|Sewaddle|Swadloon}} to [[Professor Juniper]] and switches {{AP|Pidove|Tranquill}} back into his party.
* Ash and {{Ashfr|friends}} cross [[Skyarrow Bridge]] en route to [[Castelia City]].
;''[[BW022|A Venipede Stampede!]]''
* {{Ash}} and {{Ashfr|friends}} arrive in [[Castelia City]] and meet up with [[Burgh]] again.
* Ash encounters [[Trip]] again and it is revealed that he has obtained a {{p|Lampent}}.
* Ash's {{p|Pidove}} evolves into a {{AP|Tranquill}}.
* {{an|Giovanni}} heads to [[Unova]] as [[Team Rocket]]'s plan for the meteorite enters its final stages.
* Ash, {{an|Iris}} and {{an|Cilan}} meet up with [[Professor Juniper]] and leave to investigate the unusual activity caused by Team Rocket.
;''[[BW023|Battling For The Love of Bug-Types!]]''
* {{Ash}}'s {{p|Sewaddle}} is revealed to know {{m|Tackle}}, evolves into a {{AP|Swadloon}}, and learns {{m|Energy Ball}}.
* Ash battles [[Burgh]] in his third Unova Gym match and wins, earning him the {{badge|Insect}}.
* [[James]] captures a {{TP|James|Yamask}}.
;[[BW024]]
* {{an|Iris}} captures an {{TP|Iris|Emolga}}.
;[[BW025]]
* {{an|Bianca}} battles both {{an|Iris}} and {{Ash}} with no official winner.
* Bianca leaves the group.
;[[BW026]]
* [[James]]'s {{TP|James|Yamask}} is revealed to know {{m|Shadow Ball}}.
;[[BW027]]
* {{an|Iris}} reveals that her goal is to become a {{t|Dragon}} master.
* [[James's Yamask]] is revealed to know {{m|Night Shade}}.
* [[Iris's Axew]] perfects {{m|Dragon Rage}}.
;[[BW031]]
* {{Ash}} encounters Trip again and challenges him in a 3-on-3 battle which ends up in a tie.
* Ash learns about [[Alder]], the Unova region's {{pkmn|Champion}}.
* Trip is revealed to have obtained a {{p|Vanillite}} and {{p|Timburr}}.
;[[BW032]]
* [[Ash's Oshawott]] overcomes his fear of opening eyes underwater and perfects {{m|Aqua Jet}}.
* {{Ash}} captures a {{AP|Palpitoad}}.
* {{an|Cilan}} captures a {{TP|Cilan|Stunfisk}}.
;[[BW033]]
* {{an|Iris}} is revealed to have captured her {{TP|Iris|Excadrill}} as a {{p|Drilbur}}.
* Iris's Excadrill is revealed to know {{m|Mud-Slap}}, {{m|Fury Swipes}}, and {{m|Metal Claw}}.
* Excadrill regains his loyalty to Iris and learns {{m|Focus Blast}}.
;[[BW034]]
* {{Ash}} captures a {{AP|Roggenrola}}.
;[[BW037]]
* {{Ash}} learns the next Unova Gym is in [[Nimbasa City]].
* Ash and friends encounter {{an|Bianca}} again.
* {{an|Cilan}} captures a {{p|Basculin}}. However, it is later released.
* [[James]]'s {{TP|James|Yamask}} is revealed to know {{m|Haze}}.

==See also==
*[[List of anime episodes]]
*[[History of the Pokémon world]]

[[Category:Anime]]
[[Category:Lists]]

DP131

2011-05-24T21:18:19Z

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ja_op=[[High Touch!|ハイタッチ！]] |
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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.
{{spoilers}}
==Synopsis==
It's a beautiful day at [[Lake Acuity]] and {{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}} and {{an|Brock}}, fresh from their adventures in [[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 [[Team Rocket]]. 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]] [[Pyramid King Brandon|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 and 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 {{type2|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 {{type2|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 Gilscor 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 its 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 {{type2|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 {{type2|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 {{type2|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 [[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 diffrent 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 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 and 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|company}} reach [[Lake Acuity]].
* Ash and [[Paul]] begin their [[full battle]].
* Paul's {{p|Magmar}} is revealed to have evolved into a {{TP|Paul|Magmortar}}.
{{animeevents}}
===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 {{type2|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 temperment'.
* 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 [[Team Rocket mottos#Pedal to the Mettle! motto|variation]] of their motto 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===
* 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===

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'''A Real Rival Rouser!''' (Japanese: '''激闘フルバトル！サトシ対シンジ！！''' ''Intense Fighting Full Battle! {{tt|Satoshi|Ash}} vs {{tt|Shinji|Paul}}!!'') is the 187th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 653rd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on August 12, 2010 and in the United States on January 8, 2011.
{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
The intense battle between {{Ash}} and [[Paul]] continues! The battle continues from where it left off, {{AP|Buizel}} locked in {{DL|Paul|Drapion}}'s tail. When Buizel tries to use {{m|SonicBoom}} with his free tail, Drapion just grabs it with a free arm, rendering it useless. Ash instructs Buizel to puff up the life preserver object on his neck and then let the air out in an instant. After freeing himself, Buizel uses {{m|Water Gun}} to lift himself into the air, away from Drapion. With Buizel still in the air, Drapion uses {{m|Toxic Spikes}}, littering the field with them and {{status|Poison|poisoning}} Buizel. Then, Drapion uses {{m|Pin Missile}} to finish off Buizel, thus leaving Ash with five Pokémon.

Ash then sends out {{AP|Staraptor}} to battle Drapion next. Drapion uses Pin Missile, which Staraptor effectively dodges with its high speed. It then comes down with an {{m|Aerial Ace}}, which Drapion manages to dodge at the last second, and captures Staraptor like it did with Buizel. Drapion uses {{m|Cross Poison}} on the trapped Staraptor, and then Drapion throws Staraptor onto the ground, poisoning it with the remnants of Toxic Spikes, thus knocking out Staraptor.

Ash then sends out {{AP|Torterra}} next, and Torterra feels the effect of the Toxic Spikes instantaneously. Drapion uses Cross Poison on Torterra, and Torterra sends Drapion away with {{m|Energy Ball}}. Ash quickly attacks again with {{m|Leaf Storm}}, hitting Drapion again. Paul instructs Drapion to use Pin Missile to counter the Leaf Storm, which end up neutralizing each other. Torterra comes out of the smoke with a {{m|Rock Climb}}, but is grabbed by Drapion when he is just about to attack and uses {{m|Poison Fang}} on Torterra. Torterra uses {{m|Synthesis}} to gain back some energy and Drapion comes to attack with Pin Missile, again, hitting Torterra and knocking it out, leaving Ash with three Pokémon. Paul asks Ash if he's planning to send out {{AP|Gliscor}} next, to which Ash responds that Paul is correct. Paul recalls Drapion as he tells Ash that he already knows all the Pokémon that Ash will be using because he had used his [[Paul#Aggron|Aggron]], and [[Paul#Gastrodon|Gastrodon]] as guinea pigs. Paul then proclaims that ever since he kept Drapion on the field, he had been able to predict every one of Ash's moves.

Ash sends out Gliscor and Paul sends out his fourth Pokémon, {{DL|Paul|Ninjask}}, which uses {{m|Agility}} right from the start. Ash tells Gliscor to use its newest attack, {{m|Stone Edge}}. However it is easily dodged by Ninjask, still using Agility. Ninjask comes in with a quick {{m|Fury Cutter}}, hitting Gliscor countless times. While falling, Gliscor regains lift and tries to use {{m|Fire Fang}} on Ninjask, but is unsuccessful and Gliscor falls into the field and gains the effect from the Toxic Spikes Drapion had left. Ash recalls Gliscor and sends out {{AP|Infernape}}, who also gets poisoned from the Toxic Spikes. Ash realizes that he's at a major disadvantage while Toxic Spikes are active and tells Infernape to use {{m|Dig}} and leave Paul and Ninjask wondering where it is. Infernape uses {{m|Flare Blitz}} underground, illuminating the entire field in a bright red and alleviating the Toxic Spikes. Paul tells Ninjask to use {{m|Giga Drain}} and begins to sap energy from Infernape. Infernape scrutinizes Ninjask's movements carefully and lands a successful {{m|Mach Punch}}, knocking out Ninjask. Ash and Paul are now tied with three Pokémon each that are able to battle and Ash, knowing Infernape is starting to get tired, recalls it for some rest.

Paul sends out his next Pokémon, {{DL|Paul|Froslass}}. Knowing he's going up against in {{type2|Ice}} Pokémon, Ash decides to send in {{AP|Pikachu}}. Paul starts things off by having Froslass use {{m|Hail}}, and a thick cold mist soon surrounds the entire battlefield. Froslass begins fading in and out of view, preventing Pikachu from following her movements. Brock explains that Froslass's ability, {{a|Snow Cloak}} has come into effect. Pikachu tries to get an idea on where Froslass is but to no avail, and things become more urgent when Pikachu starts to take damage from the Hail. Ash commands a {{m|Thunderbolt}} and Pikachu tries to hit Froslass, however, the Hail severely rescricts the attack and it doesn't even get close to its target. Paul commands Froslass to use {{m|Ice Shard}}, which scores a direct hit against Pikachu. As Thunderbolt isn't working, Ash tells Pikachu to use {{m|Volt Tackle}}, however he passes right through Froslass without even hitting her. Froslass uses Ice Shard and Ash tells Pikachu to watch out and to use {{m|Iron Tail}}, destroying the Ice Shard and elevating Pikachu into the air. He uses Iron Tail again and finally lands an attack on Froslass, sending her flying into the ground suffering major damage from the super-effective hit. Hail finally subsides, leaving Froslass with nowhere to hide. Paul orders an {{m|Ice Beam}} which hits Pikachu encasing him in ice. Paul tells Froslass to use Ice Shard again, but Pikachu is one step ahead and uses Volt Tackle to escape the ice and hit Froslass before she can even release the Ice Shard. Pikachu suffers [[recoil]] from the attack, but it turns out to be worth it as Froslass is left unable to battle. Ash knows this battle took a lot out of Pikachu and recalls him back to the sidelines.

Paul sends Drapion back out and Ash sends Gliscor back out and encourages it, telling it to show Paul what it learned from [[McCann]]. Drapion uses Pin Missile to start things off and Gliscor quickly dodges the attack. Gliscor uses Stone Edge and Drapion uses Cross Poison to neutralize the Stone Edge. Gliscor is shielded by the remnants of the neutralization of Stone Edge, he then uses {{m|Giga Impact}} in the clouds and comes down to hit Drapion before he could use Poison Fang. Gliscor is found rolling around in the sky, safe from Drapion while he recharges from the Giga Impact. [[Reggie]], who was watching the battle on TV, remarks that Paul's predictions have been crushed and he can no longer predict Ash's strategies. Drapion uses Pin Missile and Gliscor quickly dodges the attack like how Staraptor did earlier, and uses {{m|X-Scissor}} while falling towards Drapion. With the battle entering its final stages, both Ash and Paul are ready to battle to their fullest... however it remains to be seen who will emerge victorious!

==Major events==
* {{Ash}} and [[Paul]] continue their [[full battle]].
* Paul is revealed to still own the {{p|Ninjask}} he had caught shortly before capturing {{AP|Chimchar|Infernape}}.
* [[Ash's Gliscor]] is revealed to have learned {{m|Stone Edge}}.
* Paul is revealed to have obtained a {{p|Froslass}}.
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===Debuts===

====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Barry}}
* [[Paul]]
* [[Reggie]]
* [[Charles Goodshow|Mr. Goodshow]]
* [[Cynthia]]
* Referee
* Audience

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Torterra}} ({{OP|Ash|Torterra}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Infernape}} ({{OP|Ash|Infernape}})
* {{p|Buizel}} ({{OP|Ash|Buizel}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Ninjask}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Froslass}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Drapion}} ({{OP|Paul|Drapion}})

==Trivia==
* Music from ''[[M05|Pokémon Heroes]]'', ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]'', and ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'' is played during the episode.
* This episode marks the first time {{AP|Pikachu}} manages to defeat one of [[Paul]]'s Pokémon.
* Although it has been mentioned in the past, this episode marks the first time Pikachu is explicitly shown to suffer [[recoil]] from using {{m|Volt Tackle}}.
* The effect of {{m|Toxic Spikes}} is shown differently in this episode to how it works in the games. While in the games Toxic Spikes will {{status|poison}} any Pokémon sent into battle (with the exception of {{t|Flying}}-, {{t|Steel}}-, {{type2|Poison}}, and {{a|Levitate|Levitating}} Pokémon), in this episode it is shown to poison any Pokémon that touches the ground affected by Toxic Spikes regardless of type except for {{type2|Poison}} Pokémon, as Brock mentioned that Ash needed one because they are immune to the effect.
* This episode shows that Toxic Spikes could be removed without the aid of {{m|Rapid Spin}} or {{m|Defog}}. With some improvisation, {{AP|Infernape}} incinerated the field with {{m|Flare Blitz}} while {{m|Dig|underground}}, once again ignoring game mechanics and effectively removing its effect.
* A portion of the dub title is likely a play on "rabble rouser".

===Errors===
*When Ash sends out Infernape to battle Ninjask, it took damage from the Toxic Spikes and in the next scene, Infernape's tail was missing. However, it could be due to the camera's angle.
*[[Paul's Drapion|Drapion]] was able to dodge {{AP|Staraptor}}'s {{m|Aerial Ace}} easily despite the move having a 100% chance of hitting the target.
* When [[Paul's Drapion|Drapion]] used {{m|Toxic Spikes}} it poisoned [[Ash's Buizel|Buizel]] but in the games it will only poison Pokémon that are switched into battle, not the current battler.

===Dub edits===

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2011-04-29T02:52:35Z

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'''Battling a Thaw in Relations!''' (Japanese: '''決着ライバルバトル！サトシ対シンジ！！''' ''Conclusion of Rival Battle! {{tt|Satoshi|Ash}} vs {{tt|Shinji|Paul}}!!'') is the 188th episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 654th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on August 19, 2010, and in the United States on January 15, 2011.
{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
The episode begins right where it left off, with {{AP|Gliscor}} diving towards {{TP|Paul|Drapion}} with an {{m|X-Scissor}} attack. It is subsequently blocked by Drapion's {{m|Pin Missile}} at the last moment, sending Gliscor flying back and landing on the ground. When [[Paul]] instructs Drapion to use {{m|Cross Poison}}, {{Ash}} calls out to Gliscor to use {{m|Fire Fang}}, and Gliscor is all ready to go. It jumps up, dodging the Cross Poison along the way. Gliscor lands the Fire Fang attack, which envelops Drapion {{status|Burn|in fire}} for a moment. Drapion then subsequently fainted, thus leaving Paul with one final Pokémon. The gang decides to cheer him on, but {{an|Brock}} reminds everyone that while Ash may have three Pokémon left, they've all taken damage as opposed to Paul's final Pokémon who has yet to enter the battle.

Ash decides to call back Gliscor when Paul sends out his final Pokémon which is none other than {{TP|Paul|Electivire}}, the only Pokémon on Paul's current team that Ash has battled before. Gliscor lets Ash know it can still battle, so Ash decided to leave Gliscor in given that it has a type-advantage over Electivire. Paul tells Electivire to start by using {{m|Thunder}} and directing it into the ground. Electivire sends its twin tails into the ground and directs Thunder into it, which sends chunks of the ground up into the air and falling onto Gliscor. {{an|Brock}} realises that Paul thought of this strategy as a result of {{AP|Infernape}} using {{m|Flare Blitz}} underground earlier. Ash tells Gliscor to use {{m|Giga Impact}} and Electivire blocks the attack with its hands and catches Gliscor with its tail. Ash tries to call out a command, but Gliscor is unable to make an attack. Paul tells Electivire to use {{m|Brick Break}} on Gliscor, and it lands on Gliscor's head, causing it to faint. Thus, leaving Ash with two Pokémon, {{AP|Pikachu}} and Infernape.

Ash then sends in Pikachu, and Electivire directs Thunder into the ground again. Pikachu uses {{m|Quick Attack}} to dodge the falling rocks, even using some of them for momentum, and lands the attack head on with Electivire. However, Electivire recovers and grabs Pikachu with its tail and when Pikachu tries to use {{m|Iron Tail}}, Electivire jolts Pikachu around so that he can't land the attack. Pikachu hits the ground, but is able to escape the pseudo-Constrict by Electivire's tail. Paul tells Electivire to use Brick Break, and Pikachu tries to circumvent the attack from happening with Quick Attack, but Electivire lands the attack dead-on. The two Pokémon jumps back after clearing the impact. Ash tells Pikachu to use {{m|Volt Tackle}}, sending Reggie watching from a television in [[Veilstone City]] and {{an|Barry}} to stand up, symbolizing that this was a bad move on Ash's part. As Pikachu is about to land the Volt Tackle, Electivire held on with its arm. Electivire has the {{a|Motor Drive}} ability, which increases Electivire's speed when hit by an {{Type|Electric}} attack, such as Pikachu's Volt Tackle. Pikachu feels the [[recoil]] from the attack and Electivire gains the speed and quickly circles around Pikachu with a readying ThunderPunch, after Paul tells it so. Ash tells Pikachu to use Iron Tail at the last moment and the two attacks collide together. Paul recounts his and Ash's [[DP003|first battle]] when Pikachu was battling Electivire when it was just a {{p|Elekid}}, and how Elekid was able to immobilize Pikachu by grabbing Iron Tail while keeping its other hand free to use Brick Break. Electivire then does just that and hits Pikachu's head, sending Pikachu flying. Pikachu tries to get up after landing from the fall but the battles against {{p|Aggron}}, {{p|Froslass}} and Electivire have taken his toll and Pikachu faints, leaving Ash with one Pokémon left, Infernape. Ash puts Pikachu behind him, and thanks it for its hard work.

Ash sends out Infernape. Electivire and Infernape have a long standing rivalry, even from the {{p|Chimchar}}-Elekid days. [[Jessie]], [[James]] and {{MTR}} are busy stuffing their faces, watching this intense battle, when they should be selling the food. Electivire starts things out with a ThunderPunch and Infernape counters with {{m|Mach Punch}}, and the two attacks collide and neutralize each other. Infernape uses {{m|Flamethrower}}, which is blocked by Electivire's {{m|Protect}}. Electivire uses {{m|Thunder}} to create a [[Counter Shield]] around the battlefield, but Infernape uses {{m|Dig}} to travel underground and avoid the attack. Infernape surfaces below Electivire and hits it dead-on, but then takes damage from the {{DL|Status ailment|poison}} it received earlier. Electivire manages to stand up. After yet another blocked Flamethrower, Infernape and Electivire start attacking with Mach Punch and ThunderPunch, respectively continuously. They both each land an attack before another Flamethrower by Infernape is blocked by Electivire's Protect. Ash instructs Infernape to use Mach Punch, but Electivire dodges it and wraps its tail around Infernape's arm. It uses Thunder while Infernape is connected to it, causing more damage than a normal Thunder attack. It continues to use Thunder on Infernape for a long time.

Infernape collapses to the ground when Electivire finally lets it go. As it has taken a severe beating throughout the match. The gang, {{an|Barry}}, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} and [[Team Rocket]] are all desperate for Infernape to get up but it appears to have been too much. The [[battle judge|referee]] begins to declare Infernape unable to battle... when Electivire interrupts him, knowing that Infernape still has the ability to fight and wants to finish the battle properly. Paul tells Infernape that he thought it had gotten stronger, but it appears that its still as weak as ever, but Ash responds by telling him 'not quite!'. Much to everyone's surprise, Infernape stands, and Ash declares that it's time to show Paul just how strong Infernape has become as it activates its {{a|Blaze}}. Ash orders a Flamethrower, and Infernape fires a super-powerful blast at Electivire who tries to hold it back with Thunder but can't stand up to the sheer power. Ash then has Infernape use Mach Punch which hits and sends Electivire flying but it still lands on its feet. Now both fully absorbed in the intensity of the match, Paul screams for a ThunderPunch while Ash orders Infernape to use {{m|Flare Blitz}}. The two Pokémon, battling to the limits of their power, land their attacks against the other which creates a maelstrom of fire and electricity streaming into the sky, illuminating the stadium. Eventually Infernape ends up on the other side of Electivire, feeling the recoil from Flare Blitz while Electivire, after a delayed reaction, feels the force of the power attack. The smoke clears, but Electivire is still standing and the two Pokémon stare each other down... as do their trainers as a deathly silence falls over the battlefield. The two Pokémon remain perfectly still for what feels like an eternity... until, finally, Electivire falls and is declared as being unable to continue, making Ash the victor of this truly intense battle. Brock, Dawn, Piplup and Barry scream out in elation for Ash's victorious win over Paul. [[Team Rocket]] is elated Ash won, leaving Jessie happy and James in tears. Then, they remembered they accidentally ate the food, while during the battle. Paul thanks Electivire for its hard work. As Paul is about to say something, Infernape almost fell but got held by Ash. Paul walks away relieved and the pairing results for the next battle come up, pairing Ash with the mysterious [[Tobias]] and {{p|Darkrai|his Darkrai}}. Tobias saw the screen and walked away. Back in [[Veilstone City]], Reggie delivers the news to Paul's other Pokémon, who are sad Paul lost but happy that he gave it his all.

Later, Brock and Dawn are walking outside and run into Barry, where they are all looking for Ash. Then, [[Cynthia]] comes forward, and Barry is awestruck at being face-to-face with the Champion. Cynthia explains that although Ash and Paul are very different people and may never truly be friends, all their time feuding and battling with each other has created a bond between them that can never be broken. Both have learnt a lot from each other and have both become far stronger as a result...

''"When one life meets another life, something will be born."''

Cynthia finishes by telling everyone that she is eager for the day when Ash or Paul make it all the way to the Champion League so she could face them in battle properly.

Paul is about to leave [[Lily of the Valley Island]] when Ash calls out to him. Ash asks if Paul is leaving already, which Paul confirms as there is nothing here for him anymore. He will be heading to [[Snowpoint City]] to challenge [[Pyramid King Brandon|Brandon]]. Paul asks if Infernape is doing okay, and Ash replies yes... upon which Paul finally admits that Infernape is strong and Ash has done a great job in raising it. Paul turns to leave, and Ash tells Paul that they will battle again someday. Paul signals a goodbye to him, letting his rival know that he has earned his respect and bringing their long-standing rivalry to an end. As Paul leaves, Ash considers the events of the day. He has won his most important and intense battle ever, but now, he has an even bigger challenge to face, his next opponent, [[Tobias]] and his powerful {{p|Darkrai}}...

==Major events==
* The [[full battle]] between {{Ash}} and [[Paul]] ends, with Ash as the victor, resulting in Ash's first victory over Paul in a traditional Pokémon battle.
* Ash learns he will be battling [[Tobias]] in the semi-finals of the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]].
* Paul announces his intention to head to [[Snowpoint City]] and re-challenge {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}}.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====


==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Paul]]
* {{an|Barry}}
* [[Reggie]]
* [[Cynthia]]
* [[Tobias]]
* Referee
* Audience

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Infernape}} ({{OP|Ash|Infernape}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Torterra}} ({{OP|Paul|Torterra}})
* {{p|Electivire}} ({{OP|Paul|Electivire}})
* {{p|Elekid}} ({{OP|Paul|Electivire}}; flashback)
* {{p|Honchkrow}} ({{OP|Paul|Honchkrow}})
* {{p|Weavile}} ([[Paul]]'s)
* {{p|Ursaring}} ({{OP|Paul|Ursaring}})
* {{p|Drapion}} ({{OP|Paul|Drapion}})
* {{p|Darkrai}} ([[Tobias]]'s)
* {{p|Staraptor}} ([[Reggie]]'s)
* {{p|Swalot}} ([[Reggie]]'s)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]] isn't shown at the end of the episode. Instead, a preview from the upcoming {{series|Best Wishes}} was shown.
* ''[[Type: Wild]]'', the Instrumental version of ''[[A Small Thing]]'', and music from ''[[M06|Jirachi: Wish Maker]]'' and ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' were used in this episode.
* As of this episode, this is the first time that a single battle has spanned more than two consecutive episodes.
** The battle also had the most Pokémon affected with [[status ailment]]s ever in just one battle in the anime, with two Pokémon getting {{status|Burn|burned}}, five being {{status|Poison|poisoned}} and two being {{status|Freeze|frozen}}.

===Errors===
* When Infernape uses Mach Punch on Electivire while Blaze is active, for a split second, Infernape looks as if it doesn't have its Blaze active.
* In one scene, Ash's Diamond and Pearl hat looked like the one he wore in Hoenn.
* When Electivire uses Thunder on Infernape Electivire's red part of it's tail was pink.

===Dub edits===
* ''[[Type: Wild]]'' was replaced in the English dub with an instrumental of ''[[The Ultimate Challenge]]'' while another instrumental replaced the instrumental of ''[[A Small Thing]]''.

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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.
{{spoilers}}
==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 {{type2|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 Team Rocket amazed. Reggie is impressed by the move and Brock explained 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 {{type2|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 {{type2|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 emerges Paul has trained Torterra to change the directon 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, but Chimchar emerges from the ground before Ursaring can pull off the attack and causes even more damage. 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 ok 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 confirmed 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 does something that his brother hadn't seen him do in a long time...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 match.
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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==
* 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. (Infact, he would later go on to get both into their final evolutions)
** 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.
* 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.
===Errors===
* For a split second after Chimchar evolved into Monferno its eyes were blue then went back to black.

===Dub edits===
* In the English dub, every time when Ash's Pokémon use [[Counter Shield]], Ash tells them to use the moves that form Counter Shield instead of the move itself: with Pikachu he calls for {{m|Thunderbolt}}, with Buizel {{m|Aqua Jet}} and with Monferno {{m|Flamethrower}}.

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[[File:RegionsMoviesMap.jpg|right|thumb|300px|A map of the [[Hoenn]], [[Johto]], [[Kanto]], and [[Sinnoh]] regions in the {{pkmn|anime}}; locations of {{pkmn|movie}}s are deliberately marked, and labeled [[Pokémon]] are positioned in relation to the locations of certain episodes.]]
This is a chronological list of significant events in the {{pkmn|anime}} and the episodes which they occurred in, or, for events which happened outside the series, where they happened in relation to the episodes.

==Timeline==


===Pre-series===
''The order of many of these events is approximated and debatable.''
;The beginning of time
*{{p|Arceus}} appears in the darkness of space in the form of an egg. After hatching, it creates the universe. ([[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]])
;2,000,000 years prior
*First [[Pokémon]], as dated by archaeology. ([[EP163]])

;2000 years prior
*War breaks out. Soldiers leave [[Kanto]] by ship. ([[EP020]])
*[[Ghost of Maiden's Peak|A woman]] dies while waiting for her lover to return at [[Maiden's Peak]], creating a haunted monument. (EP020)
*[[Sir Aaron]] tries to stop the war. He seals his {{mov|Lucario|Lucario|8}} in a staff. ([[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]])

;400 years prior
*Azalea Town experiences a devastating drought that ends when a {{p|Slowpoke|Slowpoke's}} yawn brings rain, prompting the town's people to begin a time-honored tradition of respect for all Slowpoke. ([[EP142]])

;300 years prior
*The [[Orange League]] takes place for the first time. ([[EP095]])

;200 years prior
*Early versions of [[Poké Ball]]s are used. ([[EP232]])
*[[Lokoko]]'s master, who looks identical to [[Brock]], left his home in [[Johto]] to go on a journey. He never returns. ([[EP232]])

;50 years prior
*[[Sam|Samuel Oak]] is born. ([[M04|Celebi: Voice of the Forest]])

;40 years prior
*[[Sam|Samuel Oak]] goes on his [[Pokémon]] journey. ([[M04|Celebi: Voice of the Forest]])

;30 years prior
*[[Kaiser]] reports the existence of a {{p|Dratini}} in the [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]]. Thousands of people came to get the rare Pokémon, which literally destroys the Safari Zone in the process. Since then, they only allow [[Poké Ball|Safari Balls]] there. ([[EP035]])

;20 years prior
*[[Grings Kodai]] touches the time ripple, laying all of [[Crown City]]'s plant life to waste. Kodai starts to have visions of the future, and [[Celebi (movie 13)|Celebi]] stops visiting Crown City. ([[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]])

;???
*{{an|Professor Oak|Samuel Oak}} becomes a {{pkmn|professor}}.
*{{Delia}} and [[Spencer Hale|Spencer]] study as students of {{an|Professor Oak}}. ([[M03|Spell of the Unown]])
*[[Jessie]] is born.
*[[James]] is born.
*James is arranged to marry [[Jessiebelle]]. ([[EP048]])
*James runs away from home. ([[EP048]])
*{{an|Daisy}} is born.
*[[Violet]] is born.
*{{ka|Lily}} is born.
*[[Johanna]] wins the [[Grand Festival]].

;15 years prior
*{{an|Brock}} is born.

;???
*{{Tracey}} is born.
*[[Jessie]] and [[James]] enroll in a school called [[Pokémon Tech]]. They both drop out shortly after. ([[EP009]])
*Jessie and James join a [[bicycle]] gang in [[Sunny Town]]. ([[EP036]])

;11 years prior to DP
*[[Paul]] is born.
*[[Zoey]] is born.

;10 years prior
*{{an|Misty}} is born. ([[EP003]])
*{{Ash}} is born. ([[EP001]], Shopro)
;10 years prior to AG
*{{an|May}} is born. ([[AG001]], Shopro)
;10 years prior to DP
*{{an|Dawn}} is born. ([[DP001]])

;???
*[[Forrest]] is born. The rest of [[Brock's siblings]] are born afterwards, apparently each about a year or less apart.

;7 years prior to AG
*[[Max]] is born.

;5 years prior
*[[Brock]] receives his first [[Pokémon]] from {{ka|Flint}}, and {{TP|Brock|Onix}}, as a present for his tenth birthday. ([[AG034]])
*[[Molly Hale]] is born.

;???
*{{MTR}} meets [[Meowzie]]. ([[EP070]])
*Meowth learns to talk. (EP070)
*Meowth is rejected by Meowzie and joins [[Team Rocket]]. (EP070)
*[[Jessie]] and [[James]] join Team Rocket. ([[SS012]])
*[[Brock]] catches a {{TP|Brock|Geodude}}.
*{{ka|Flint}} leaves [[Pewter City]] to [[Pokémon training|train]], leaving the [[Pewter Gym]] in the hands of his oldest son, Brock. ([[EP005]])
*[[Lola]] leaves Pewter City out of boredom, leaving [[Brock's siblings|her children]] in the hands of her oldest son, Brock. (EP005)
**In the dub of EP005, Flint says Lola died at this point, rather than leaving. In subsequent episodes where Lola appears, the dub follows the original with Lola leaving home and leaving everything in Brock's care.
*[[Misty]] catches {{TP|Misty|Goldeen}}, {{TP|Misty|Staryu}}, and {{TP|Misty|Starmie}}.
*{{Tracey}} catches {{TP|Tracey|Venonat}} and {{TP|Tracey|Marill}}.
*Misty leaves [[Cerulean City]] to [[Pokémon training|train]], leaving the [[Cerulean Gym]] in the hands of {{an|Daisy}}, {{ka|Lily}}, and [[Violet]]. ([[EP007]])

;1 year prior
*[[Paul]] turns 10.
*Paul begins his Pokémon journey. He chooses {{TP|Paul|Turtwig|Torterra}} as his {{pkmn2|starter}}. ([[DP040]])

;Less than 1 year prior
*[[Paul]] enters the [[Hoenn]] league ([[DP040]])
*Paul then enters the [[Johto]] league.
*Paul captures his {{TP|Paul|Elekid|Electabuzz}}, {{TP|Paul|Murkrow|Honchkrow}}, and {{p|Weavile}}. ([[DP040]])
*Paul finally travels to the [[Kanto]] league.
*Zoey competes in 3 {{pkmn|Contests}} and wins 1 of them.
*Paul returns home to [[Sinnoh]] and captures a Ninjask and {{AP|Chimchar|Infernape}}.

===[[Original series]]===
====[[Kanto]]====
=====[[Pokémon: Indigo League|Season 1]]=====
;''[[EP001|Pokémon, I Choose You!]]''
*{{Ash}} turns 10.
*{{Gary}} turns 10.
*Two unnamed and unknown trainers receive [[Pokédex]]es and [[starter Pokémon]] from {{an|Professor Oak}}. One of them chooses {{p|Charmander}}, the other chooses {{p|Bulbasaur}}.
*The two unknown rookie trainers leave [[Pallet Town]].
*Gary receives a Pokédex and his starter Pokémon from his grandfather, Professor Oak. He chooses a {{TP|Gary|Squirtle|Blastoise}}.
*Gary leaves Pallet Town to become a [[Pokémon Trainer]].
*Ash receives a Pokédex and his [[starter Pokémon]] from Professor Oak. He chooses the only [[Pokémon]] left, {{AP|Pikachu}}.
*Ash leaves Pallet Town to become a Pokémon Trainer.
*Ash attempts to capture a {{p|Pidgey}}. He fails miserably.
*Ash meets {{an|Misty}} and steals her [[bicycle]].
*{{AP|Pikachu}} attacks a flock of {{p|Spearow}}, destroying Misty's bike and depleting its health in the process.
*{{Ash}} sees a {{an|Ho-Oh}}.

;''[[EP002|Pokémon Emergency!]]''
*Ash arrives in [[Viridian City]].
*Misty begins following Ash until he repays her for her broken bicycle.
*Ash meets [[Team Rocket]] as they attempt to rob the [[Pokémon Center]].
*[[Team Rocket]] is defeated by {{AP|Pikachu}} for the first of many, many times. They vow to capture it.
*Ash and Misty leave Viridian City.
*{{Ash}} and {{an|Misty}} enter the [[Viridian Forest]].

;''[[EP003|Ash Catches a Pokémon!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{an|Misty}} are in the [[Viridian Forest]].
*Ash catches {{AP|Caterpie}}.
*Ash catches {{AP|Pidgeotto}}.
*{{AP|Caterpie}} evolves into {{AP|Metapod}}.

;''[[EP004|Challenge of the Samurai]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{an|Misty}} are in the [[Viridian Forest]].
*{{AP|Metapod}} evolves into {{AP|Butterfree}}.

;''[[EP005|Showdown in Pewter City]]''
*Two weeks have passed since [[EP001|the first episode]].
*{{Ash}} and {{an|Misty}} leave [[Viridian Forest]].
*Ash and Misty arrive in [[Pewter City]].
*Ash meets {{ka|Flint}}.
*Ash goes to [[Pewter Gym]] and challenges the [[Gym Leader]], {{an|Brock}}. He loses by forfeit.
*With the help of Flint, Ash supercharges his {{AP|Pikachu}} at an abandoned mill.
*Ash goes to Pewter Gym and rechallenges Brock. He loses by forfeit again, despite having a lucky advantage from the sprinklers going off.
*Brock gives Ash the {{Badge|Boulder}} despite his forfeiting.
*Flint reveals himself as Brock's father, and reclaims the responsibilities of being Gym Leader and taking care of [[Brock's siblings]].
*Brock joins Ash, starting his journey to become a [[Pokémon Breeder]].
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave Pewter City.

;''[[EP006|Clefairy and the Moon Stone]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at [[Mt. Moon]].
*{{an|Brock}} catches {{TP|Brock|Zubat}}.
*Ash and his friends leave Mt. Moon.

;''[[EP007|Water Flowers of Cerulean City]]''
*{{an|Misty}} leaves {{Ash}} to avoid going to [[Cerulean City]].
*Ash and Brock arrive in Cerulean City.
*Brock leaves Ash for the day.
*Ash goes to [[Cerulean Gym]] and challenges the [[Gym Leader]], who he learns is Misty.
*Ash's battle against Misty is interrupted by [[Team Rocket]].
*{{an|Daisy}}, {{ka|Lily}}, and [[Violet]] give Ash the {{Badge|Cascade}} despite the inconclusive match.
*{{an|Misty}} and {{an|Brock}} rejoin {{Ash}}.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Cerulean City]].



;''[[EP010|Bulbasaur and the Hidden Village]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} get lost on the way to [[Vermilion City]]. They find the [[Hidden Village]].
*Ash catches {{AP|Bulbasaur}}.
*Ash and his friends leave the Hidden Village, returning to the route to Vermilion City.

;''[[EP011|Charmander the Stray Pokémon]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} are en route to [[Vermilion City]].
*Ash catches {{AP|Charmander}}.

;''[[EP012|Here Comes the Squirtle Squad]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} are en route to [[Vermilion City]].
*Ash catches {{AP|Squirtle}}.

;''[[EP013|Mystery at the Lighthouse]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Krabby|Kingler}}.
*Ash sends Krabby to [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]], unbeknownst to him.
*Ash meets [[Bill]].
*Ash, {{ashfr|his friends}}, and Bill see a {{pkmn2|giant}} {{p|Dragonite}}.

;''[[EP014|Electric Shock Showdown]]''
*{{Ash}} goes to [[Vermilion Gym]] and challenges the [[Gym Leader]], [[Lt. Surge]]. He loses.
*{{AP|Pikachu}} reveals that it does not want to evolve into {{p|Raichu}}.
*Ash goes to Vermilion Gym and rechallenges the Gym Leader. He wins.
*Lt. Surge gives Ash the {{Badge|Thunder}}.

;''[[EP015|Battle Aboard the St. Anne]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} board the [[S.S. Anne|St. Anne]].
*Ash trades {{AP|Butterfree}} for {{AP|Raticate}}.
*[[James]] buys a {{p|Magikarp}} from the [[Magikarp salesman]].
*Ash trades back Raticate for Butterfree.
*The St. Anne sinks with Ash, his friends, and [[Team Rocket]] still aboard.

;''[[EP016|Pokémon Shipwreck]]''
*A funeral at sea is held for {{Ash}}, {{ashfr|his friends}}, and [[Team Rocket]].
*Ash, his friends, and Team Rocket escape from the sunken [[S.S. Anne|St. Anne]].
*{{p|Magikarp}} evolves into {{DL|List of Pokémon temporarily owned by Team Rocket|Gyarados}}.
*[[James]] loses control of Gyarados and thus {{pkmn2|released|releases}} it.

;''[[EP017|Island of the Giant Pokémon]]''
*An amusement park owned by {{an|Giovanni}} is wrecked by {{Ash}}, {{ashfr|his friends}}, and [[Team Rocket]].
*Ash and his friends arrive in [[Porta Vista]].



;''[[EP019|Tentacool and Tentacruel]]''
*{{an|Misty}} catches {{TP|Misty|Horsea}}.
*[[Porta Vista]] is attacked by a {{pkmn2|giant}} {{p|Tentacruel}} and a swarm of {{p|Tentacool}}.
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Porta Vista]] in a boat headed for the mainland.

;''[[EP020|The Ghost of Maiden's Peak]]''
*It is the last day of summer.

;''[[EP021|Bye-Bye Butterfree]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} are en route to [[Saffron City]].
*{{AP|Butterfree}} becomes the mate of the [[pink Butterfree]].
*Ash {{pkmn2|released|releases}} Butterfree.

;''[[EP022|Abra and the Psychic Pokémon]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Saffron City]].
*Ash goes to [[Saffron Gym]] and challenges the [[Gym Leader]], [[Sabrina]]. He loses.
*Ash and his friends leave Saffron City.

;''[[EP023|The Tower of Terror]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Lavender Town]].
*Ash enters the [[Pokémon Tower]].
*Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}} are knocked out by a falling chandelier and their spirits fly around the [[Pokémon Tower]], having fun with a {{p|Gastly}}, {{p|Haunter}}, and {{p|Gengar}}.
*Ash befriends {{AP|Haunter}}.
*Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}} are revived.

;''[[EP024|Haunter Versus Kadabra]]''
*{{Ash}} goes to [[Saffron Gym]] and rechallenges the [[Gym Leader]], [[Sabrina]]. He loses again.
*{{an|Brock}} and {{an|Misty}} are turned into dolls.
*Ash goes to Saffron Gym and rechallenges Sabrina. Because of {{AP|Haunter}} making Sabrina laugh, he wins.
*Brock and Misty are returned to normal.
Sabrina gives Ash the {{Badge|Marsh}}.
*Ash leaves {{TP|Sabrina|Haunter}} with [[Sabrina]].

;''[[EP025|Primeape Goes Bananas]]''
*{{AP|Charmander|Charizard}} learns {{m|Rage}}.
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Primeape}}.

;''[[EP026|Pokémon Scent-sation]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Celadon City]].
*Ash is thrown out of [[Celadon Gym]].
*Ash cooperates with [[Team Rocket]], who disguise him as [[Ashley|a girl]].
*Ash goes to Celadon Gym and challenges the [[Gym Leader]], [[Erika]].
*Ash's battle against Erika is interrupted by Team Rocket.
*Celadon Gym catches on fire.
*Ash rescues [[Erika's Gloom]] from the fire.
*Erika gives Ash the {{Badge|Rainbow}}.

;''[[EP027|Hypno's Naptime]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[HopHopHop Town]].
*{{an|Misty}} catches {{TP|Misty|Psyduck}} by accident.
*Ash and his friends leave HopHopHop Town.

;''[[EP028|Pokémon Fashion Flash]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} are on [[Scissor Street]] in [[Celadon City]].
*{{an|Brock}} meets [[Suzy]], a famous {{pkmn|breeder}} whom he admires greatly.
*Brock asks Suzy to teach him to be a great breeder. She turns him down.
*Brock receives {{TP|Brock|Vulpix}} from Suzy.

;''[[EP029|The Punchy Pokémon]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}} enter the [[P1 Grand Prix]] with {{TP|Brock|Geodude}} and {{AP|Primeape}}.
*Ash and Primeape win the P1 Grand Prix.
*Ash gives Primeape to {{ka|Anthony}}.

;''[[EP030|Sparks Fly for Magnemite]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Gringey City]].
*Ash catches {{AP|Muk}}.
*Ash sends Muk to [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].
*Ash and his friends leave Gringey City.

;''[[EP031|Dig Those Diglett]]''
*Several months have passed since [[EP001|the first episode]].
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} are en route to [[Fuchsia City]].
*{{TP|Jessie|Ekans}} evolves into {{TP|Jessie|Arbok}}.
*{{TP|James|Koffing}} evolves into {{TP|James|Weezing}}.

;''[[EP032|The Ninja Poké-Showdown]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Fuchsia City]].
*Ash goes to [[Fuchsia Gym]] and challenges the [[Gym Leader]], [[Koga]].
*Ash's battle against Koga is interrupted by [[Team Rocket]].
*Ash rechallenges Koga. He wins.
*{{an|Misty}} discovers {{TP|Misty|Psyduck}}'s ability to use {{m|Confusion}} and {{m|Disable}} when it gets a headache.
*Koga gives Ash the {{Badge|Soul}}.

;''[[EP033|The Flame Pokémon-athon]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} look for the [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]] in [[Fuchsia City]]. They enter the Pokémon reserves surrounding the Safari Zone.

;''[[EP034|The Kangaskhan Kid]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} look for the [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]] in [[Fuchsia City]]. They are still in the Pokémon reserves surrounding the Safari Zone.

;''[[EP035|The Legend of Dratini]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} enter the [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]] in [[Fuchsia City]].
*Ash catches thirty {{AP|Tauros}}.
*Ash and his friends leave the Safari Zone and Fuchsia City.

;''[[EP036|The Bridge Bike Gang]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} cross [[Kanto Route 17|Cycling Road]]. Their next [[Gym]] destination at this point is not clear.


;''[[EP039|Pikachu's Good-Bye]]''
*{{AP|Pikachu}} reveals that it would rather stay with {{Ash}} than wild {{p|Pikachu}}.

;''[[Holiday Hi-Jynx]]''
*It is [[Christmas]] Eve.
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} help to save [[Santa Claus]] from [[Team Rocket]].


;''[[EP043|The March of the Exeggutor Squad]]''
*Ash's {{p|Charmander}} evolves into {{AP|Charmeleon|Charizard}}.

;''[[EP044|The Problem with Paras]]''
*Ash's {{AP|Charmeleon}} starts to disobey him.

;''[[EP045|The Song of Jigglypuff]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} help a {{an|Jigglypuff}} learn to {{m|Sing}}.

;''[[EP046|Attack of the Prehistoric Pokémon]]''
*Ash's {{p|Charmeleon}} evolves into {{AP|Charizard}}.
*{{Ash}} finds an {{pkmn|egg}}. {{an|Brock}} starts taking care of it.


;''[[EP052|Princess Versus Princess]]''
*Chronologically, this episode actually takes place before ''[[EP049|So Near, Yet So Farfetch'd]]''. It was not aired in order.
*It is [[Princess Day]].
*[[Jessie]] catches {{TP|Jessie|Lickitung}}.


;''[[EP050|Who Gets to Keep Togepi?]]''
*The {{pkmn|egg}} hatches into {{TP|Misty|Togepi|Togetic}}.
*After a battle, Togepi goes to {{an|Misty}}, since it saw her right after hatching and believes she is its mother.

;''[[EP051|Bulbasaur's Mysterious Garden]]''
*{{AP|Bulbasaur}} reveals that it does not want to evolve into an {{p|Ivysaur}}.

;''[[EP053|The Purr-fect Hero]]''
*It is [[Kid's Day]].


;''[[EP055|Pokémon Paparazzi]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Todd Snap|Todd]].
*Todd joins Ash.


;''[[EP057|The Breeding Center Secret]]''
*[[James]] finds his {{p|Weepinbell}} has evolved into {{TP|James|Victreebel}}.
*[[Todd Snap|Todd]] leaves {{Ash}}.

;''[[EP058|Riddle Me This]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive on [[Cinnabar Island]].
*Ash challenges [[Blaine]] to a [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}}.

;''[[EP059|Volcanic Panic]]''
*{{Ash}} forfeits his match with [[Blaine]], not wanting {{AP|Pikachu}} to get hurt.
*Blaine grants Ash a rematch after he and {{ashfr|his friends}} save [[Cinnabar Gym]].
*Ash defeats Blaine.
*Blaine gives Ash the {{Badge|Volcano}}.

;''[[EP060|Beach Blank-Out Blastoise]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Cinnabar Island]].

;''[[EP061|The Misty Mermaid]]''
*{{an|Misty}} leaves {{TP|Misty|Horsea}} and {{TP|Misty|Starmie}} at the [[Cerulean Gym]].
*{{p|Seel}} evolves into {{OBP|Dewgong|Cerulean Gym}}.


;''[[EP063|The Battle of the Badge]]''
*A year has passed since [[EP001|the first episode]].
*[[Jessie]] and [[James]] give {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Earth}}.

;''[[EP064|It's Mr. Mime Time]]''
*{{Delia}} catches [[Mimey]].
*{{an|Mewtwo}} escapes from {{an|Giovanni}}.


;''[[EP066|The Evolution Solution]]''
*[[Jessie]] catches {{DL|List of Pokémon temporarily owned by Team Rocket|Shellder}}.
*Jessie releases {{DL|List of Pokémon temporarily owned by Team Rocket|Shellder}}.


;''[[EP071|To Master the Onixpected]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Bruno]].

;''[[EP073|Bad to the Bone]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at the [[Indigo Plateau]].

;''[[EP074|All Fired Up]]''
*The [[Pokémon League]] has its opening ceremonies.

;''[[EP075|Round One - Begin!]]''
*{{AP|Krabby}} evolves into {{AP|Kingler}}.
*{{Ash}} defeats [[Mandi]] and wins his first round {{pkmn|battle}} at the [[Pokémon League]].

;''[[EP076|Fire and Ice]]''
*{{Ash}} defeats an unnamed trainer and wins his second round {{pkmn|battle}} at the [[Pokémon League]].
{Ash defeats [[Pete Pebbleman]] and wins his third round battle at the Pokémon League.

;''[[EP077|The Fourth Round Rumble]]''
*{{Gary}} loses his fourth round {{pkmn|battle}} at the [[Pokémon League]].
{Gary returns home to [[Pallet Town]].
*{{Ash}} defeats [[Jeanette Fisher]] and wins his fourth round battle at the Pokémon League.

;''[[EP078|A Friend In Deed]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Ritchie]].

;''[[EP079|Friend and Foe Alike]]''
*{{Ash}} loses to [[Ritchie]] in his fifth round {{pkmn|battle}} at the [[Pokémon League]].

;''[[EP080|Friends to the End]]''
*[[Ritchie]] loses in his quarterfinals round {{pkmn|battle}} at the [[Pokémon League]].

;''[[EP081|Pallet Party Panic]]''
*{{AP|Pidgeotto}} evolves into {{AP|Pidgeot}}.
*{{Ash}} [[Released Pokémon|releases]] {{AP|Pidgeot}}.

====[[Orange Archipelago|Orange Islands]]====
=====[[Pokémon: The Adventures in the Orange Islands|Season 2]]=====
;''[[EP082|A Scare in the Air]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} take a blimp to [[Valencia Island]].

;''[[EP083|Poké Ball Peril]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Professor Ivy]].
*Ash gets the [[GS Ball]].
*{{an|Brock}} decides to stay on [[Valencia Island]] as Professor Ivy's assistant.

;''[[EP084|The Lost Lapras]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{an|Misty}} crash land in {{an|Pokémon Park}} on [[Tangelo Island]].
*Ash meets {{Tracey}}.
*Ash decides to travel throughout the rest of the [[Orange Archipelago|Orange Islands]] and compete in the [[Orange League]] before returning to [[Pallet Town]] to deliver the [[GS Ball]] to {{an|Professor Oak}}.
*Ash catches {{AP|Lapras}}.
*Tracey joins Ash and Misty.

;''[[EP085|Fit to be Tide]]''
*{{Ash}} arrives on [[Mikan Island]].
*[[Cissy]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Coral-Eye}}.


;''[[EP093|Navel Maneuvers]]''
*{{Ash}} arrives on [[Navel Island]].
*[[Danny]] gives Ash the {{Badge|Sea Ruby}}.

;''[[EP094|Snack Attack!]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Snorlax}}.


;''[[EP097|Tracey Gets Bugged]]''
*{{Ash}} arrives on [[Murcott Island]].
*{{Tracey}} catches {{TP|Tracey|Scyther}}.


;''[[EP099|The Mandarin Island Miss Match]]''
*{{Ash}} arrives on [[Mandarin Island So.]].
*Ash meets [[Lorelei|Prima]].


;''[[EP103|Misty Meets Her Match!]]''
*{{Ash}} arrives on [[Trovita Island]].
*[[Rudy]] gives Ash the {{Badge|Spike Shell}}.

;''[[EP105|Charizard Chills]]''
*[[Ash's Charizard]] begins to obey {{Ash}}.


;''[[EP108|Pokémon Double Trouble]]''
*{{Ash}} arrives on [[Kumquat Island]].
*[[Luana]] gives Ash the {{Badge|Jade Star}}.


;''[[EP110|The Stun Spore Detour]]''
*{{an|Misty}} catches {{TP|Misty|Poliwag}}.

;''[[EP111|Hello Pummelo]]''
*{{Ash}} arrives on [[Pummelo Island]].
*Ash challenges {{OBP|Drake|Orange League}}.

;''[[EP112|Enter The Dragonite]]''
*{{Ash}} defeats {{OBP|Drake|Orange League}}.
*Drake gives Ash the [[Winner's Trophy|Orange League Trophy]].

;''[[EP113|Viva Las Lapras]]''
*{{Ash}} [[Released Pokémon|releases]] {{AP|Lapras}}.


;''[[EP115|A Tent Situation]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{an|Brock}}'s heart is broken by [[Professor Ivy]].
**Brock leaves [[Valencia Island]].
**Brock is found by {{Delia}} outside of [[Pallet Town]].
**Brock starts helping Delia around the house.
*{{Ash}} returns to Pallet Town.
*Ash reunites with Brock.

;''[[EP116|The Rivalry Revival]]''
*{{Ash}} loses a battle to {{Gary}}, with his {{AP|Pikachu}} being defeated by {{TP|Gary|Eevee|Umbreon}}.
*Gary leaves [[Pallet Town]] to go to [[Johto]].
*{{an|Brock}} rejoins Ash and {{an|Misty}}.
*{{Tracey}} decides to stay in [[Pallet Town]] to be {{an|Professor Oak}}'s assistant.
*Ash receives a new version of the [[Pokédex]], upgraded for Johto.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave Pallet Town to go to Johto.

====[[Johto]]====
=====[[Pokémon: The Johto Journeys|Season 3]]=====

;''[[EP117|Don't Touch That 'Dile]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Johto]].
*Ash and his friends see a {{p|Suicune}}.

;''[[EP118|The Double Trouble Header]]''
*{{Ash}} meets {{an|Casey}}.

;''[[EP119|A Sappy Ending]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Heracross}}.





;''[[EP124|Snubbull Snobbery]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Palm Hills]].
*{{TP|Madame Muchmoney|Snubbull}} runs away from home and starts following [[Team Rocket]].
*Ash and his friends leave Palm Hills.


;''[[EP126|The Chikorita Rescue]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Chikorita}}.




;''[[EP130|A Bout With Sprout]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Violet City]].

;''[[EP131|Fighting Flyer with Fire!]]''
*[[Falkner]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Zephyr}}.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Violet City]].



;''[[EP134|Charizard's Burning Ambitions]]''
*{{Ash}} leaves {{AP|Charizard}} at [[Charicific Valley]].







;''[[EP141|Good 'Quil Hunting]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Cyndaquil}}.

;''[[EP142|A Shadow of a Drought]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Azalea Town]].
*Ash meets [[Kurt]].

;''[[EP143|Goin' Apricorn]]''
*{{Ash}}, {{an|Misty}}, and {{an|Brock}} each receive a [[Poké Ball|Fast Ball]].
*Brock catches {{TP|Brock|Pineco|Forretress}}.

;''[[EP144|Gettin' The Bugs Out]]''
*[[Bugsy]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Hive}}.
*Ash and {{an|Misty}} both receive a [[Poké Ball|Lure Ball]].
*{{an|Brock}} receives a [[Poké Ball|Heavy Ball]].
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Azalea Town]].


;''[[EP146|Tricks Of The Trade]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Palmpona]].
*Ash exchanges his {{AP|Heracross}} for one of his {{AP|Tauros}}.
*[[Jessie]] accidentally trades {{TP|Jessie|Lickitung}} to {{jo|Benny}} for {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}}.
*Ash and his friends leave Palmpona.

;''[[EP147|The Fire-ring Squad]]''
*{{Ash}} sends his {{AP|Tauros}} back to [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].
*{{AP|Squirtle}} returns to the [[Squirtle Squad]].




;''[[EP151|The Totodile Duel]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Totodile}}.
*{{TP|Misty|Misty's|Politoed}} {{p|Poliwag}} evolves into {{p|Poliwhirl}}.



;''[[EP154|Fowl Play]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Noctowl}}.




;''[[PK07|Pikachu & Pichu]]''
*{{Ash}} states that this is the anniversary of the day he and {{AP|Pikachu}} first met.

=====[[Pokémon: Johto League Champions|Season 4]]=====
;''[[EP158|A Goldenrod Opportunity]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Goldenrod City]].
*Ash challenges [[Whitney]] to a [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}} but loses.
;''[[EP159|A Dairy Tale Ending]]''
*{{Ash}} challenges [[Whitney]] to an unofficial rematch and wins.
*Whitney gives Ash the {{Badge|Plain}}.


;''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{TP|Casey|Beedrill}}.
*Ash wins the [[Bug-Catching Contest]].
*Ash receives a {{DL|Evolutionary stone|Sun Stone}}.
*Ash gives Beedrill to {{an|Casey}}.




;''[[EP165|Hassle In The Castle]]''
*Brock's {{p|Zubat}} evolves into {{TP|Brock|Golbat|Crobat}}.



;''[[EP168|Hook, Line and Stinker]]''
*{{Ash}} catches a {{p|Seaking}}.
*{{an|Misty}} catches a Seaking.
*Misty wins the [[Seaking Catching Day]] Competition.
*Ash releases Seaking.
*Misty releases Seaking.

;''[[EP169|Beauty and the Breeder]]''
*{{an|Brock}} returns {{TP|Brock|Vulpix}} to [[Suzy]].


;''[[EP171|Power Play]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**Gary's Eevee evolves into {{TP|Gary|Umbreon}}.




;''[[EP175|Trouble With Snubbull]]''
*Madame Muchmoney's {{p|Snubbull}} evolves into {{TP|Madame Muchmoney|Granbull}}.
*Granbull returns to Madame Muchmoney.





;''[[EP181|A Ghost Of A Chance]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Ecruteak City]].

;''[[EP182|From Ghost to Ghost]]''
*[[Morty]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Fog}}.

;''[[EP183|Trouble's Brewing]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Sakura]].
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Ecruteak City]].




;''[[EP187|Moving Pictures]]''
*[[Todd Snap]] rejoins {{Ash}}.
*Ash uses his [[Evolutionary stone#Sun Stone|Sun Stone]].


;''[[EP189|Freeze Frame]]''
*Todd leaves {{Ash}}.





;''[[EP194|The Ring Masters]]''
*{{Ash}} wins the [[Sumo Conference|Pokémon Sumo Competition]].
*Ash receives a {{DL|Held item|King's Rock}}.


;''[[EP196|Control Freak]]''
*Brock's {{p|Golbat}} evolves into {{TP|Brock|Crobat}}.



;''[[EP199|Current Events!]]''
*Ash's Chikorita evolves into {{AP|Bayleef}}.








;''[[EP208|Fight for the Light]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Olivine City]].
*Ash learns that [[Jasmine]] is not accepting [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}}s at the present time.
*Ash and his friends leave Olivine City.

;''[[EP209|Machoke, Machoke Man]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Cianwood City]].
*[[Chuck]] gives Ash the {{Badge|Storm}}.
*Ash and his friends leave Cianwood City.

=====[[Pokémon: Master Quest|Season 5]]=====
;''[[EP210|Around the Whirlpool]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} begin travelling around the [[Whirl Islands]].



;''[[EP213|A Corsola Caper]]''
*{{an|Misty}} catches {{TP|Misty|Corsola}}.


;''[[EP215|Octillery The Outcast!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{an|Misty}} pass the qualifying match to enter into the [[Whirl Cup]].

;''[[EP216|Dueling Heroes]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{an|Misty}} each win their first two battles in the [[Whirl Cup]].
*Ash and Misty learn they will be facing each other in the quarterfinals.

;''[[EP217|The Perfect Match]]''
*{{Ash}} loses to {{an|Misty}} in the quarterfinals.
*Misty loses to [[Trinity]] in the semifinals.
*Trinity loses to the [[Whirl Cup]] Champion.


;''[[EP220|The Mystery is History!]]''
*{{Ash}} encounters [[Ritchie]] again.
*[[Team Rocket]] traps the child {{p|Lugia}}.

;''[[EP221|A Parent Trapped!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**[[Zippo]] evolves into {{p|Charmeleon}}.
*[[Team Rocket]] traps the parent {{p|Lugia}}.

;''[[EP222|A Promise is a Promise]]''
*The parent and child {{p|Lugia}} are rescued from [[Team Rocket]].
*{{Ash}} parts ways with [[Ritchie]] again.

;''[[EP223|Throwing in the Noctowl!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave the [[Whirl Islands]].
*Ash and his friends arrive in [[Olivine City]].

;''[[EP224|Nerves of Steelix]]''
*[[Jasmine]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Mineral}}.

;''[[EP225|Bulbasaur... the Ambassador!]]''
*{{Ash}} sends {{AP|Bulbasaur}} to [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].

;''[[EP226|Espeon Not Included!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**Sakura's {{p|Eevee}} evolves into {{TP|Sakura|Espeon}}.
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Ecruteak City]].
*Ash encounters [[Sakura]] again.

;''[[EP227|For Ho-Oh the Bells Toll]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Eusine]].
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} see a {{p|Suicune}}.
*Eusine tries and fails to catch Suicune.
*Ash and his friends leave [[Ecruteak City]].

;''[[EP228|Extreme Pokémon!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Eggseter]].
*Ash and {{Gary}} enter the [[Extreme Pokémon Race]].
*Ash wins the Extreme Pokémon Race.
*Ash receives an {{pkmn|egg}}.
*Ash and his friends leave Eggseter.


;''[[EP230|Hatching a Plan!]]''
*{{Ash}}'s {{pkmn|egg}} hatches into {{AP|Phanpy|Donphan}}.

;''[[EP231|Dues and Don'ts]]''
*{{OBP|Delibird|Team Rocket}} begins following [[Team Rocket]].




;''[[EP235|Talkin' 'Bout an Evolution]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at [[Lake of Rage]].
*Ash meets [[Lance]].

;''[[EP236|Rage Of Innocence]]''
*[[Lance]] catches the [[red Gyarados]].
*{{Ash}} meets [[Pryce]].
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Lake of Rage]].

;''[[EP237|As Cold as Pryce!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Mahogany Town]].

;''[[EP238|Nice Pryce Baby]]''
*[[Pryce]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Glacier}} by forfeit.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Mahogany Town]].



;''[[EP241|Hocus Pokémon]]''
*{{Ash}} turns into a [[Ashachu|Pikachu]].

;''[[EP242|As Clear As Crystal]]''
*{{Ash}} turns back into a human.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} see a {{p|Zapdos}}.





;''[[EP247|Outrageous Fortunes]]''
*Misty's {{p|Poliwhirl}} evolves into {{TP|Misty|Politoed}} with {{Ash}}'s {{DL|Held item|King's Rock}}.




;''[[EP251|Beauty is Skin Deep]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Blackthorn City]].

;''[[EP252|Fangs for Nothin']]''
*{{Ash}} and [[Clair]] have a [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}}, but it's interrupted by [[Team Rocket]].

;''[[EP253|Great Bowls of Fire]]''
*{{AP|Charizard}} returns to {{Ash}}.

;''[[EP254|Better Eight Than Never]]''
*{{Ash}} and [[Clair]] begin their second [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}}.
*Clair gives Ash the {{Badge|Rising}}.
*{{AP|Charizard}} returns to the [[Charicific Valley]].

;''[[EP255|Why? Wynaut!]]''
*{{Ash}} learns about the [[Silver Conference]] from [[Clair]].
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Blackthorn City]].


;''[[EP257|Lapras of Luxury]]''
*{{Ash}} encounters his {{AP|Lapras}} again.
*Ash agrees to deliver an {{pkmn|egg}} to [[Professor Elm]].

;''[[EP258|Hatch Me If You Can!]]''
*The {{pkmn|egg}} hatches into {{AP|Larvitar}}.
*{{Ash}} agrees to take Larvitar to [[Mt. Silver]].

;''[[EP259|Entei at Your Own Risk]]''
*Brock's {{p|Pineco}} evolves into {{TP|Brock|Forretress}}.
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} see an {{p|Entei}}.


;''[[EP261|Here's Lookin' at You, Elekid!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**Casey's {{p|Bayleef}} evolves into {{TP|Casey|Meganium}}.
*{{Ash}} meets {{an|Casey}} again.
*[[James]] trades {{TP|James|Victreebel}} to the [[Magikarp salesman]] for a {{p|Weepinbell}}.
*James's second {{p|Weepinbell}} evolves into [[List of Pokémon temporarily owned by Team Rocket#Victreebel|Victreebel]].
*The two Victreebel fall in love and run off together.
*Casey catches {{DL|Casey (anime)|Elekid}}.


;''[[EP263|Address Unown!]]''
*{{p|Unown}} shows {{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} the memories of {{AP|Larvitar}}.

;''[[EP264|Mother Of All Battles!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at [[Mt. Silver]].
*{{AP|Larvitar}} is returned to its {{p|Tyranitar|mother}}.

;''[[EP265|Pop Goes The Sneasel!]]''
*{{Ash}} meets {{jo|Harrison}}.
*Harrison catches {{p|Sneasel}}.

;''[[EP266|A Claim to Flame!]]''
*{{Ash}}, {{Gary}} and {{jo|Harrison}} qualify for the [[Silver Conference]].
*The Silver Conference begins.

;''[[EP267|Love, Pokémon Style!]]''
*{{AP|Squirtle}} returns to {{Ash}}.
*Ash defeats [[Macy]] in the preliminary round of the [[Silver Conference]].

;''[[EP268|Tie One On!]]''
*[[Macy]] defeats [[Vincent|Jackson]] in the preliminary round of the [[Silver Conference]].
*{{Ash}} and Jackson have a draw in the preliminary round of the Silver Conference.
*Ash, {{Gary}}, and {{jo|Harrison}} qualify for the finals of the Silver Conference.

;''[[EP269|The Ties That Bind]]''
*{{AP|Charizard}} returns to {{Ash}}.
*{{jo|Harrison}} advances to the second round of the finals of the [[Silver Conference]].
*Ash starts his battle against {{Gary}}.

;''[[EP270|Can't Beat the Heat!]]''
*{{Ash}} defeats {{Gary}}.
*Ash advances to the second round of the finals of the [[Silver Conference]].
*Ash starts his battle against {{jo|Harrison}}.

;''[[EP271|Playing with Fire!!]]''
*{{Ash}} continues his battle against {{jo|Harrison}}.

;''[[EP272|Johto Photo Finish]]''
*{{jo|Harrison}} defeats {{Ash}}.
*{{AP|Squirtle}} returns to the [[Squirtle Squad]].
*{{AP|Charizard}} returns to the [[Charicific Valley]].
*Harrison loses in the semi-finals of the [[Silver Conference]].
*[[Jon Dickson]] wins the Silver Conference.
*Harrison suggests Ash should go to [[Hoenn]].
*Harrison goes to the [[Indigo League]].
*{{Gary}} leaves for [[Pallet Town]].
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave for Pallet Town.

;''[[EP273|Gotta Catch Ya Later!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Viridian City]].
*{{an|Misty}} is reappointed [[Gym Leader]] of the [[Cerulean Gym]] by {{an|Daisy}}, [[Violet]], and {{ka|Lily}}.
*Misty receives her repaired [[bicycle|bike]] from [[Nurse Joy]].
*Misty leaves Ash to return to the Cerulean Gym.
*{{an|Brock}} leaves Ash to return to the [[Pewter Gym]].
*Ash returns to [[Pallet Town]].
*Ash sees {{an|Ho-Oh}} again.
*Ash leaves all his [[Pokémon]] but {{AP|Pikachu}} at [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].
*Ash changes into his second outfit.
*Ash leaves for [[Hoenn]].

;''[[EP274|Hoenn Alone...!]]''
*{{Ash}} makes his way to [[Hoenn]].
*{{AP|Pikachu}} becomes ill.

===[[Advanced Generation series|Advanced Generation]]===
====[[Hoenn]]====
=====[[Pokémon: Advanced|Season 6]]=====
;''[[AG001|Get the Show on the Road]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{an|May}} turns 10.
*{{Ash}} arrives in [[Hoenn]].
*May arrives in [[Littleroot Town]].
*Ash meets May.
*[[Team Rocket]] gives {{AP|Pikachu}} an outlet to discharge, which recovers it from its illness.
*Pikachu destroys May's bike.
*May receives a [[Pokédex]] and her [[starter Pokémon]] from [[Professor Birch]]. She chooses {{TP|May|Torchic|Blaziken}}.
*May joins Ash.
*Ash and May leave Littleroot Town.

;''[[AG002|A Ruin with a View]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{an|May}} arrive in [[Oldale Town]].
*{{an|Giovanni}} assigns [[Jessie]] and [[James]] to start a [[Team Rocket]] branch in [[Hoenn]].
*Ash and May leave Oldale Town.

;''[[SS001|A Family That Battles Together Stays Together!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**[[Lola]] returns to [[Pewter City]].
**Lola redecorates the [[Pewter Gym]], remodelling it to suit {{type2|Water}} [[Pokémon]].
**{{ka|Flint}} closes the Pewter Gym in embarrassment.
*{{an|Brock}} returns to Pewter City.
*Brock fights to return Pewter Gym to a {{type2|Rock}} [[Gym]].
*Brock gives [[Forrest]] his {{TP|Brock|Onix}}, {{TP|Brock|Geodude}}, and {{TP|Brock|Crobat}}.
*Brock changes into his second outfit.
*Brock leaves for [[Hoenn]].

;''[[AG003|There's no Place Like Hoenn]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{an|May}} arrive in [[Petalburg City]].
*Ash meets [[Max]].
*Ash learns [[Norman]] is the father of May and Max.
*Max joins Ash.
*Max gets a [[PokéNav]].
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave Petalburg City.

;''[[SS002|Cerulean Blues]]''
*{{an|Misty}} returns to the duties of being [[Gym Leader]] of the [[Cerulean Gym]].
*Misty regains {{TP|Misty|Horsea}}, {{TP|Misty|Starmie}}, and the other [[Pokémon]] of the Cerulean Gym.
*Misty tames {{TP|Misty|Gyarados}}.
*Cerulean Gym passes the inspection of the [[Pokémon League]].

;''[[AG004|You Never Can Taillow]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Petalburg Woods]].
*{{an|May}} and [[Max]] meet {{an|Brock}}.
*Brock rejoins Ash.
*Ash catches {{AP|Taillow}}.



;''[[AG006|A Poached Ego!]]''
*[[Jessie]] [[Released Pokémon|releases]] {{TP|Jessie|Arbok}}.
*[[James]] releases {{TP|James|Weezing}}.
*James catches {{TP|James|Cacnea}}.

;''[[AG007|Tree's a Crowd]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Treecko}}.


;''[[AG008|A Tail with a Twist]]''
*[[Jessie]] catches {{TP|Jessie|Seviper}}.




;''[[AG012|The Lotad Lowdown]]''
*{{an|Brock}} catches {{TP|Brock|Lotad}}.

;''[[AG013|All Things Bright and Beautifly!]]''
*{{an|May}} becomes interested in [[Pokémon Contest]]s.
*{{Ash}} starts teaching {{AP|Pikachu}} {{m|Iron Tail}}.


;''[[AG014|All in a Day's Wurmple]]''
*{{an|May}} catches {{TP|May|Wurmple}}.
*[[Jessie]] catches {{TP|Jessie|Wurmple}}.

;''[[AG015|Gonna Rule The School!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Rustboro City]].

;''[[AG016|Winner by a Nosepass]]''
*{{an|May}} decides to compete in [[Pokémon Contest]]s instead of at [[Gym]]s.
*[[Roxanne]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Stone}}.
;''[[AG017|Stairway to Devon]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Rustboro City]].


;''[[AG020|Brave the Wave]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Dewford Town]].
*Ash challenges [[Brawly]] to a [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}} but loses.



;''[[AG022|A Hole Lotta Trouble]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Steven Stone]].

;''[[AG023|Gone Corphishin']]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Corphish}}.

;''[[AG024|A Corphish Out of Water]]''
*May's {{p|Wurmple}} evolves into {{TP|May|Silcoon|Beautifly}}.
*Jessie's Wurmple evolves into {{TP|Jessie|Cascoon|Dustox}}.

;''[[AG025|A Mudkip Mission]]''
*{{an|Brock}} catches a {{TP|Brock|Mudkip}}.


;''[[AG028|Seeing is Believing]]''
*May's {{p|Silcoon}} evolves into {{TP|May|Beautifly}}.
*Jessie's {{p|Cascoon}} evolves into {{TP|Jessie|Dustox}}.


;''[[AG031|Just One of the Geysers]]''
*[[Brawly]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Knuckle}}.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Dewford Town]].


;''[[AG033|Now that's Flower Power!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Slateport City]].
*{{an|May}} meets [[Drew]].
*May gets a [[Pokéblock]] case.


;''[[AG035|Win, Lose or Drew!]]''
*{{an|May}} enters her first [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May loses to [[Drew]].
*Drew loses to {{ho|Robert}}.

;''[[AG036|The Spheal of Approval]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Slateport City]].



;''[[AG040|Watt's with Wattson]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Mauville City]].
*Ash battles the [[Gym Leader]] of Mauville City, [[Wattson]] and wins.
*Wattson gives Ash the {{Badge|Dynamo}}.
*Ash and his friends leave Mauville City.


=====[[Pokémon: Advanced Challenge|Season 7]]=====
;''[[AG041|What You Seed is What You Get]]''
*{{AP|Treecko}} learns {{m|Bullet Seed}}.



;''[[AG044|The Princess and the Togepi]]''
*{{an|Misty}} rejoins {{Ash}}.

;''[[AG045|A Togepi Mirage!]]''
*{{an|Misty}}'s {{p|Togepi}} evolves into {{p|Togetic}}.
*Misty {{pkmn2|released|releases}} {{TP|Misty|Togetic}} so it can stay and protect the [[Mirage Kingdom]].
*Misty returns to [[Cerulean City]].


;''[[AG047|I Feel Skitty!]]''
*{{an|May}} catches {{TP|May|Skitty}}.



;''[[AG050|Pros and Con Artists]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Fallarbor Town]].

;''[[AG051|Come What May!]]''
*{{an|May}} wins the [[Fallarbor Town]] [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her first [[ribbon]].
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave Fallarbor Town.




;''[[AG055|Poetry Commotion!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Lavaridge Town]].

;''[[AG056|Going, Going, Yawn]]''
*[[Flannery]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Heat}}.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Lavaridge Town]].


;''[[AG058|All Torkoal, No Play]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Torkoal}}.

;''[[AG059|Manectric Charge]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Mauville City]].
*Ash challenges [[Wattson]] to an unofficial [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}} and loses.
*Ash and his friends leave Mauville City.

;''[[AG060|Delcatty Got Your Tongue]]''
*{{TP|May|Skitty}} learns {{m|Blizzard}}.

;''[[AG061|Disaster of Disguise]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Verdanturf Town]].

;''[[AG062|Disguise Da Limit]]''
*{{an|May}} wins the [[Verdanturf Town]] [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her second [[ribbon]].
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave Verdanturf Town.

;''[[AG063|Take the Lombre Home]]''
*Brock's {{p|Lotad}} evolves into {{TP|Brock|Lombre|Ludicolo}}.



;''[[AG066|Exploud and Clear]]''
*Ash's {{p|Treecko}} evolves into {{AP|Grovyle}}.



;''[[AG069|Love, Petalburg Style!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Petalburg City]].

;''[[AG070|Balance of Power]]''
*[[Norman]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Balance}}.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Petalburg City]].

;''[[AG071|A Six Pack Attack!]]''
*{{an|May}} and [[Max]] meet {{an|Professor Oak}}.


;''[[AG073|Grass Hysteria!]]''
*{{an|May}} catches {{TP|May|Bulbasaur}}.

;''[[AG074|Hokey Poké Balls!]]''
*{{Ash}} transfers {{AP|Bulbasaur}} from [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].
*Ash transfers Bulbasaur back to Professor Oak's Laboratory.


;''[[AG077|A Fan with a Plan!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Rubello Town]].
;''[[AG078|Cruisin' for a Losin']]''
*{{an|May}} competes in the [[Rubello Town]] [[Pokémon Contest]] and loses to [[Savannah]].
*[[Savannah]] loses the [[Rubello Town]] [[Pokémon Contest]] to [[Drew]].
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Rubello Town]].


;''[[AG080|That's Just Swellow]]''
*{{Ash}}'s {{p|Taillow}} evolves into {{AP|Swellow}}.
*Ash wins the [[PokéRinger]] competition.
*[[James]] gets second place in the PokéRinger competition.


;''[[AG082|A Shroomish Skirmish]]''
*May's {{p|Torchic}} evolves into {{TP|May|Combusken}}.


;''[[AG084|Who's Flying Now?]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Fortree City]].
*[[James]] catches {{TP|James|Chimecho}}.

;''[[AG085|Sky High Gym Battle!]]''
*[[Winona]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Feather}}.





;''[[AG090|Pokéblock, Stock and Berry]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Lilycove City]].
*Ash and his friends learn how to make [[Pokéblock]]s.

;''[[AG091|Lessons in Lilycove]]''
*{{AP|Swellow}} learns {{m|Aerial Ace}}.
*{{an|May}} wins the [[Lilycove City]] [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her third [[ribbon]].
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Lilycove City]].


=====[[Pokémon: Advanced Battle|Season 8]]=====





;''[[AG097|Gaining Groudon]]''
*{{p|Kyogre}} is awakened.
*{{AP|Pikachu}} absorbs the {{DL|List of key items in Generation III|Blue Orb}}.
*{{p|Groudon}} is awakened.

;''[[AG098|The Scuffle of Legends]]''
*[[Archie]] absorbs the {{DL|List of key items in Generation III|Red Orb}}.
*{{p|Groudon}} and {{p|Kyogre}} end their fight.

;''[[AG099|It's Still Rocket Roll to Me]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Mossdeep City]].

;''[[AG100|Solid as a Solrock]]''
*[[Tate and Liza]] give {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Mind}}.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Mossdeep City]].

;''[[AG101|Vanity Affair]]''
*{{Ash}} meets {{OBP|Drake|Elite Four}}.

;''[[AG102|Where's Armaldo?]]''
*{{TP|May|Bulbasaur}} learns {{m|Petal Dance}}.

;''[[AG103|A Cacturne for the Worse]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive on [[Izabe Island]].
*{{an|May}} meets [[Harley]].
*May wins the [[Purika City]] [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her fourth [[ribbon]].


;''[[AG105|Once in a Mawile]]''
*Brock's {{p|Lombre}} evolves into {{TP|Brock|Ludicolo}}.



;''[[AG108|Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snorunt]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Snorunt}}.


;''[[AG110|The Great Eight Fate!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Sootopolis City]].

;''[[AG111|Eight Ain't Enough]]''
*[[Juan]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Rain}}.
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Sootopolis City]].




;''[[AG115|Mean With Envy]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Pacifidlog Town]].

;''[[AG116|Pacifidlog Jam]]''
*{{an|May}} wins the [[Pacifidlog Town]] [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her fifth [[ribbon]].
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave Pacifidlog Town.

;''[[AG117|Berry, Berry Interesting]]''
*{{an|May}} catches {{TP|May|Munchlax}}.

;''[[AG118|Less is Morrison]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Morrison]].



;''[[AG121|Hi Ho Silver Wind!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Slateport City]].
*{{an|May}}, [[Drew]], and [[Harley]] enter the [[Hoenn]] [[Grand Festival]].
*May, [Drew, and Harley make it through the first round of the Hoenn Grand Festival.

;''[[AG122|Deceit and Assist]]''
*{{an|May}}, [[Drew]], and [[Harley]] make it through the second round of the [[Hoenn]] [[Grand Festival]].

;''[[AG123|Rhapsody in Drew]]''
*[[Harley]] is defeated by {{an|May}} in the third round of the [[Hoenn]] [[Grand Festival]].
*Ash's Snorunt evolves into {{AP|Glalie}}.
*May is defeated by [[Drew]] in the third round of the Hoenn Grand Festival.
*Drew is defeated by {{ho|Robert}} in the third round of the Hoenn Grand Festival.
*Robert wins the Hoenn Grand Festival.

;''[[AG124|Island Time]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} travel from [[Slateport City]] to [[Ever Grande City]].

;''[[AG125|Like a Meowth to a Flame]]''
*{{Ash}} meets {{ho|Tyson}}.

;''[[AG126|Saved by the Beldum]]''
*The [[Ever Grande Conference]] begins.
*[[Morrison]]'s {{p|Beldum}} evolves into {{TP|Morrison|Metang}}.
*{{Ash}}, Morrison, and {{ho|Tyson}} make it past the preliminary round of the Ever Grande Conference.

;''[[AG127|From Brags to Riches]]''
*{{Ash}} and [[Morrison]] advance to the next round of the [[Ever Grande Conference]].

;''[[AG128|Shocks and Bonds]]''
*{{Ash}}, [[Morrison]], and {{ho|Tyson}} advance to the next round of the [[Ever Grande Conference]].

;''[[AG129|A Judgment Brawl]]''
*{{Ash}}, [[Morrison]], and {{ho|Tyson}} advance to the next round of the [[Ever Grande Conference]].
*Ash begins his battle against Morrison.

;''[[AG130|Choose It or Loose It!]]''
*{{Ash}} defeats [[Morrison]] and advances to the next round of the [[Ever Grande Conference]].
*Ash begins his battle against {{ho|Tyson}}.

;''[[AG131|At the End of the Fray]]''
*{{Ash}} is defeated by {{ho|Tyson}}.
*Tyson becomes the {{pkmn|Champion}} of the [[Hoenn League]].

;''[[AG132|The Scheme Team]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{TP|Tracey|Marill}} has an [[Pokémon egg|egg]].
**{{Tracey}} gives the egg to {{an|Misty}}.
**The egg hatches into {{TP|Misty|Azurill}}.
*{{Ash}} mentions that a few months have passed since he first met {{an|May}} and [[Max]].
*May and Max leave Ash to return to [[Petalburg City]].
*Ash and {{an|Brock}} leave [[Hoenn]] and return to [[Kanto]].
*Brock leaves Ash to return to [[Pewter City]].
*Ash arrives in [[Viridian City]].
*Ash meets [[Scott]].
*Ash challenges [[Agatha]] at the [[Viridian Gym]] and loses.
*Scott tells Ash about the {{Gdis|Battle Frontier|III}}.
*Ash leaves [[Viridian City]].
*Ash returns to [[Pallet Town]].
*Ash finds Misty waiting for him at home.
*[[Professor Birch]] and Max go to Pallet Town and meet Ash there.

====[[Kanto]] ({{Gdis|Battle Frontier|III}})====
=====[[Pokémon: Advanced Battle|Season 8]]=====

;''[[AG133|The Right Place and the Right Mime]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{an|May}} leaves {{TP|May|Beautifly}} and {{TP|May|Skitty}} at the [[Petalburg Gym]].
*May arrives in [[Pallet Town]].
*May catches {{TP|May|Squirtle}}.
*May leaves {{TP|May|Bulbasaur}} at [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].
*{{Ash}} leaves {{AP|Torkoal}} and {{AP|Glalie}} at Professor Oak's Laboratory.
*Ash takes {{AP|Phanpy}} from Professor Oak's Laboratory.
*Ash leaves Pallet Town with [[Misty]], May, and [[Max]].
*{{an|Brock}} rejoins Ash.

;''[[AG134|A Real Cleffa-Hanger]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{an|Brock}} leaves his {{TP|Brock|Ludicolo}} at [[Pewter Gym]].
*{{an|Misty}} returns to [[Cerulean City]].

;''[[AG135|Numero Uno Articuno]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Factory|Battle Factory]].
*{{AP|Charizard}} returns to Ash.

;''[[AG136|The Symbol Life]]''
*{{FB|Factory Head|Noland}} gives {{Ash}} the [[Symbol|Knowledge Symbol]].
*{{AP|Charizard}} returns to [[Charicific Valley]].
*Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Factory|Battle Factory]]







;''[[AG143|The Saffron Con]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Saffron City]].

;''[[AG144|A Hurdle for Squirtle]]''
*{{an|May}} wins the [[Saffron City]] [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her first [[Kanto]] [[ribbon]].

;''[[AG145|Pasta La Vista]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave [[Saffron City]].

=====[[Pokémon: Battle Frontier|Season 9]]=====


;''[[AG147|Sweet Baby James!]]''
*[[James]] leaves {{TP|James|Chimecho}} at a family mansion to recover.
*James catches {{TP|James|Mime Jr.}}

;''[[AG148|A Chip Off the Old Brock]]''
*{{TP|Brock|Mudkip}} evolves into {{TP|Brock|Marshtomp}}.

;''[[AG149|Wheel...of Frontier!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Arena|Battle Arena]]
*{{FB|Arena Tycoon|Greta}} gives Ash the [[Symbol|Guts Symbol]].
*Ash and his friends leave the Battle Arena

;''[[AG150|May's Egg-cellent Adventure!]]''
*{{TP|May|Munchlax}} learns {{m|Focus Punch}}.
*{{AP|Pikachu}} learns {{m|Volt Tackle}}.
*{{an|May}} receives an {{pkmn|egg}}.

;''[[AG151|Weekend Warrior]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in {{ka|Silver Town}}.
*{{an|May}} wins the Silver Town [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her second [[Kanto]] [[ribbon]].
*Ash and his friends leave Silver Town.


;''[[AG153|Tactic Theatrics!!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Dome|Battle Dome]]
*{{FB|Dome Ace|Tucker}} gives Ash the [[Symbol|Tactics Symbol]].
*Ash and his friends leave the Battle Dome

;''[[AG154|Reversing the Charges]]''
*{{AP|Phanpy}} evolves into {{AP|Donphan}}.


;''[[AG156|From Cradle to Save]]''
*{{an|Brock}} catches {{TP|Brock|Bonsly}}.

;''[[AG157|Time Warp Heals All Wounds]]''
*{{an|May}}'s {{pkmn|egg}} hatches into {{TP|May|Eevee}}.

;''[[AG158|Queen of the Serpentine!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Pike|Battle Pike]]
*{{FB|Pike Queen|Lucy}} gives Ash the [[Symbol|Luck Symbol]].
*Ash and his friends leave the Battle Pike


;''[[AG160|Harley Rides Again]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Wisteria Town]].
*[[Harley]] wins the Wisteria Town [[Pokémon Contest]].
*{{TP|May|Munchlax}} makes its contest debut.
*Ash and his friends leave Wisteria Town.

;''[[AG161|Odd Pokémon Out!]]''
*{{AP|Grovyle}} evolves into {{AP|Sceptile}}.

;''[[AG162|Spontaneous Combusken!!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive on [[Chrysanthemum Island]].
*{{an|May}} wins the Chrysanthemum Island [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her third [[Kanto]] [[ribbon]].
*Ash and his friends leave Chrysanthemum Island.

;''[[AG163|Cutting the Ties that Bind]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Palace|Battle Palace]].

;''[[AG164|Ka Boom with a View!]]''
*{{FB|Palace Maven|Spenser}} gives {{Ash}} the [[Symbol|Spirits Symbol]].
*Ash and his friends leave the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Palace|Battle Palace]].



;''[[AG167|What I Did for Love!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Abelia Town]].
*{{an|May}} wins the Abelia Town [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her fourth [[Kanto]] [[ribbon]].
*Ash and his friends leave Abelia Town.


;''[[AG169|Talking a Good Game]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Salon|Battle Salon]].
*Ash challenges {{FB|Salon Maiden|Anabel}} to a battle, but loses.

;''[[AG170|Second Time's the Charm!]]''
*{{Ash}} challenges {{FB|Salon Maiden|Anabel}} to a rematch and wins.
*Anabel gives Ash the [[Symbol|Ability Symbol]].




;''[[AG174|New Plot - Odd Lot]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in {{to|Mulberry}}.

;''[[AG175|Going for Choke!]]''
*{{an|May}} wins the {{to|Mulberry}} [[Pokémon Contest]].
*May wins her fifth [[Kanto]] [[ribbon]].
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} leave Mulberry.


;''[[AG177|Grating Spaces!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**Brock's {{p|Onix}} evolves into {{TP|Brock|Steelix}}.
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Pewter City]].
*Ash and his friends leave Pewter City.

;''[[AG178|Battling the Enemy Within]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Pyramid|Battle Pyramid]].
*Ash challenges {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}} to a battle, but loses.
*Ash and his friends leave the Battle Pyramid.


;''[[AG180|May, we Harley Drew'd Ya!]]''
*{{an|May}}, [[Drew]], [[Harley]] and [[Solidad]] advance to the first round of the [[Kanto]] [[Grand Festival]].

;''[[AG181|Thinning the Hoard!]]''
*{{an|May}}, [[Drew]], [[Harley]] and [[Solidad]] advance to the second round of the [[Kanto]] [[Grand Festival]].
*May defeats Harley in the third round of the Kanto Grand Festival.

;''[[AG182|Channeling the Battle Zone!]]''
*{{an|May}} defeats [[Drew]] in the third round of the [[Kanto]] [[Grand Festival]].
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Aipom}}.
*[[Solidad]] defeats May in the third round of the Kanto Grand Festival.
*Solidad wins the Kanto Grand Festival.




;''[[AG186|Overjoyed!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at the [[Battle Frontier (Generation III)#Battle Pyramid|Battle Pyramid]].
*Ash challenges {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}} to a rematch, but loses again.
*Ash and his friends leave the Battle Pyramid.

;''[[AG187|The Unbeatable Lightness of Seeing!]]''
*{{Ash}} receives a postcard from {{Gary}} which tells him about [[Sinnoh]].
*[[Drew]] and [[Harley]] tell {{an|May}} they are going to take part in the [[Pokémon Contest]]s in [[Johto]].


;''[[AG189|Gathering The Gang of Four!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{AP|Charizard}} learns {{m|Steel Wing}}.
* {{AP|Bulbasaur}} returns from [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].
* Charizard returns from the [[Charicific Valley]].
* {{AP|Squirtle}} returns from the [[Squirtle Squad]].
* {{Ash}} challenges {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}} to a third battle.

;''[[AG190|Pace - The Final Frontier!]]''
*{{Ash}} defeats {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}}.
*Brandon gives Ash the [[Symbol|Brave Symbol]].
*Ash enters the {{Gdis|Battle Frontier|III}} [[Hall of Fame]].
*{{AP|Bulbasaur}} returns to [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].
*{{AP|Squirtle}} returns to the [[Squirtle Squad]].
*{{AP|Charizard}} returns to [[Charicific Valley]].

;''[[AG191|Once More with Reeling!]]''
*{{TP|May|Combusken}} evolves into {{TP|May|Blaziken}}.

;''[[AG192|Home is Where the Start Is!]]''
*{{an|May}} leaves for [[Johto]].
*[[Max]] returns to [[Petalburg City]].
*{{an|Brock}} returns to [[Pewter City]].
*Ash returns to [[Pallet Town]].
*Ash reencounters {{Gary}} in Pallet Town.
*Gary leaves Pallet Town for [[Sinnoh]].
*Ash receives a new [[Pokédex]] from {{an|Professor Oak}}.
*Ash leaves all his [[Pokémon]] but {{AP|Pikachu}} at [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].
*Ash leaves Pallet Town for Sinnoh.
*{{AP|Aipom}} follows Ash.

===[[Diamond & Pearl series|Diamond & Pearl]]===
====[[Sinnoh]]====
=====[[Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl|Season 10]]=====
*''Pre-season''
**[[Paul]] receives a [[Pokédex]] and his [[starter Pokémon]] from [[Professor Rowan]]. He chooses {{TP|Paul|Turtwig}}.
**Paul travels to [[Kanto]], [[Johto]] and [[Hoenn]] and competes in their [[Pokémon League]] tournaments.
*Paul's {{p|Turtwig}} evolves into {{p|Grotle}}.
*Paul's {{p|Grotle}} evolves into {{TP|Paul|Torterra}}.
*Paul captures a {{TP|Paul|Murkrow|Honchkrow}}, an {{TP|Paul|Elekid|Electabuzz}}, and a {{p|Weavile}}.
*Paul arrives in the [[Sinnoh]] [[region]].
*Paul captures {{p|Ninjask}} and {{TP|Paul|Chimchar}}.

;''[[DP001|Following a Maiden's Voyage!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{an|Dawn}} turns 10.
*Dawn leaves [[Twinleaf Town]] to become a [[Pokémon Coordinator]].
*Dawn arrives in [[Sandgem Town]].
*Dawn receives a [[Pokédex]] and her [[starter Pokémon]] from [[Professor Rowan]]. She chooses {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}.
*Dawn leaves Sandgem Town.
*Dawn sees a {{p|Mesprit}}.
*{{Ash}} arrives in the [[Sinnoh]] [[region]].
*Ash is separated from {{AP|Pikachu}}.

;''[[DP002|Two Degrees of Separation!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} finds {{AP|Pikachu}} and tries to capture it.
*{{AP|Pikachu}} destroys {{an|Dawn}}'s bike.
*[[James]] retrieves {{TP|James|Carnivine}}, which he owned as a child.
*[[Brock]] arrives in the [[Sinnoh]] [[region]].
*Brock joins {{Ash}}.
*Ash catches {{AP|Starly}}.

;''[[DP003|When Pokémon Worlds Collide!]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Paul]].
*Ash finds {{AP|Pikachu}}.
*Ash meets {{an|Dawn}}.
*[[Team Rocket]] starts using their third [[Team Rocket motto|motto]].
*Ash changes into his third outfit.


;''[[DP005|Gettin' Twiggy With It!]]''
*{{Ash}} catches {{AP|Turtwig}}.



;''[[DP008|Gymbaliar]]''
*[[Brock]] catches {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}}.

;''[[DP009|Setting the World on its Buneary!]]''
* {{an|Dawn}} catches Buneary.

;''[[DP010|Not on My Watch Ya Don't!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Jubilife City]].
*{{an|Dawn}} gets a pink [[Pokétch]].

;''[[DP011|Mounting a Coordinator Assault!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} meets [[Zoey]].
*{{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}}, [[Zoey]], and [[Jessie]] enter a [[Pokémon Super Contest]].
*Ash, Dawn, Zoey, and Jessie compete in the first round of the contest.

;''[[DP012|Arrival of a Rival!]]''
*{{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}}, [[Zoey]] and [[Jessie]] advance to the second round of the contest.
*Zoey defeats Ash in the second round, beating {{AP|Aipom}} with {{TP|Zoey|Glameow}}.
*Zoey defeats Dawn in the second round, beating {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}} with Glameow.
*Zoey defeats Jessie in the second round, beating {{TP|James|Carnivine}} with Glameow.
*Zoey wins her second [[ribbon]].

;''[[DP013|A Staravia is Born!]]''
*Ash's {{p|Starly}} evolves into {{AP|Staravia}}.
*{{TP|Brock|Bonsly}} learns {{m|Mimic}}.
*Staravia learns {{m|Aerial Ace}}.

;''[[DP014|Leave It To Brocko!]]''
*Brock's {{p|Bonsly}} evolves into {{TP|Brock|Sudowoodo}}.

;''[[DP015|Shapes of Things to Come!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Oreburgh City]].
*[[Paul]] goes to [[Oreburgh Gym]] and challenges the [[Gym Leader]], [[Roark]]. He wins.
*Roark gives Paul the {{Badge|Coal}}.

;''[[DP016|A Gruff Act to Follow!]]''
*{{Ash}} goes to [[Oreburgh Gym]] and challenges the [[Gym Leader]], [[Roark]]. He loses.

;''[[DP017|Wild in the Streets!]]''
*{{p|Cranidos}} evolves into {{p|Rampardos}}.
*{{an|Dawn}} learns the next [[Pokémon Super Contest|contest]] will be in [[Floaroma Town]].

;''[[DP018|O'er the Rampardos we Watched!]]''
*{{Ash}} goes to [[Oreburgh Gym]] and rechallenges the [[Gym Leader]], [[Roark]]. He wins.
*Roark gives Ash the {{Badge|Coal}}.

;''[[DP019|Twice Smitten, Once Shy!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} catches {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}}.
*Dawn [[Released Pokémon|releases]] Pachirisu.
*Dawn recatches Pachirisu.



;''[[DP022|Borrowing on Bad Faith!]]''
*[[Jessie]] borrows {{AP|Aipom}}.
*{{an|Dawn}} and Jessie enter an unofficial contest.
*Dawn and Jessie advance to the second round.
*Jessie defeats Dawn in the second round, beating {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}} with {{AP|Aipom}}.
*Jessie wins a year's supply of bananas.




;''[[DP026|Getting the Pre-Contest Titters!]]''
*{{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} learns {{m|Whirlpool}}.
*{{an|Dawn}} encounters a childhood friend, {{si|Kenny}}.
*Dawn, Kenny, and [[Jessie]] enter a [[Pokémon Super Contest]].

;''[[DP027|Settling a Not-So-Old Score!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} defeats [[Jessie]] in the second round, beating {{TP|Jessie|Dustox}} with {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}.
*Dawn defeats {{si|Kenny}} in the second round, beating {{TP|Kenny|Prinplup}} with Piplup.
*Dawn wins her first [[Ribbon]].

;''[[DP028|Drifloon on the Wind!]]''
*{{Ash}} and [[Paige and Marnie|Marnie]] meet a {{p|Suicune}}.


;''[[DP030|Some Enchanted Sweetening]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Cheryl]].
*Cheryl catches {{p|Burmy}}.
*Cheryl's Burmy evolves into {{p|Mothim}}.

;''[[DP031|The Grass-Type is Always Greener!]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Gardenia]].
*Gardenia defeats Ash in a {{pkmn|battle}}.


;''[[DP033|All Dressed Up with Somewhere to Go!]]''
*{{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}} and [[Brock]] enter a competition for a TV Project called Pokémon Cosplay Convention.
*Brock wins an {{pkmn|egg}}.

;''[[DP034|Buizel Your Way Out of This!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} catches {{TP|Dawn|Buizel}}.

;''[[DP035|An Elite Greet and Meet!]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Lucian]].
*Ash learns about the [[Sinnoh]] [[Elite Four]].
*Lucian defeats {{an|Dawn}} in a {{pkmn|battle}}.

;''[[DP036|A Secret Sphere of Influence!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Eterna City]].
*Ash learns [[Gardenia]] is the Eterna City [[Gym Leader]].
*Ash learns the [[Sinnoh myths#The Original Story|Sinnoh creation myth]].
*[[Team Galactic]] appear, including [[Saturn]], though Ash and his friends do not meet them.

;''[[DP037|A Grass Menagerie!]]''
*{{Ash}} goes to [[Eterna Gym]] and challenges the [[Gym Leader]], [[Gardenia]]. He wins.
*Gardenia gives Ash the {{Badge|Forest}}.

;''[[DP038|One Big Happiny Family!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} are on [[Sinnoh Route 206|Cycling Road]].
*{{an|Brock}}'s {{pkmn|egg}} hatches into {{TP|Brock|Happiny}}.
*Brock polishes a white stone into an {{DL|Held item|Oval Stone}} for {{TP|Brock|Happiny}}.



;''[[DP040|Top-Down Training!]]''
*{{Ash}} meets [[Cynthia]].
*Cynthia defeats [[Paul]] in a {{pkmn|battle}}.










;''[[DP049|Dawn's Early Night!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}}, [[Zoey]], [[Jessie]], and [[Nando]] compete in the [[Hearthome City]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.
*Dawn loses in the appeal round.
*Nando defeats Jessie in the semifinals.
*Nando defeats Zoey in the final round.

;''[[DP050|Tag! We're It!]]''
*{{Ash}}, {{an|Brock}} and {{an|Dawn}} compete in the [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]].
**Ash is teamed up with [[Paul]].
**Brock is teamed up with [[Holly]].
**Dawn is teamed up with [[Conway]].

;''[[DP051|Glory Blaze!]]''
*[[Paul]] [[Released Pokémon|releases]] {{AP|Chimchar}}.
*{{Ash}} and [[Paul]], {{an|Dawn}} and [[Conway]], and {{an|Brock}} and [[Holly]] advance in the tournament.

;''[[DP052|Smells Like Team Spirit!]]''
*{{AP|Chimchar}} joins {{Ash}}.
*Ash and [[Paul]] face [[Brock]] and [[Holly]]. Ash and Paul win and advance to the finals.
*{{an|Dawn}} and [[Conway]] advance to the finals.
*Ash and Paul face Dawn and Conway in the finals.
*Paul's {{p|Elekid}} [[Evolution|evolves]] into {{TP|Paul|Electabuzz}}.
*Ash and Paul win [[Soothe Bell]]s.
*Paul gives his Soothe Bell to Ash.

=====[[Pokémon Diamond & Pearl: Battle Dimension|Season 11]]=====


;''[[DP054|Once There Were Greenfields!]]''
*[[Gardenia]] reappears.
*Gardenia and [[James]] have a tag battle against {{Ash}} and {{an|Dawn}} using {{TP|Gardenia|Turtwig}}, {{TP|James|Cacnea}}, {{TP|Ash|Aipom}}, and {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}}. Ash and Dawn win.
*Cacnea learns {{m|Drain Punch}}.
*James gives Cacnea to Gardenia.

;''[[DP055|Throwing the Track Switch]]''
*[[Zoey]] reappears.
*{{Ash}} is training for his next {{Pkmn|Gym}} battle in [[Veilstone City]].
*{{an|Dawn}} is training for her next {{Pkmn|Contest}} in [[Solaceon Town]].
*{{AP|Aipom}} is having a hard time concentrating on Ash's training.
*{{TP|Dawn|Buizel}} is having a hard time concentrating on Dawn's training.
*Zoey suggests Ash and Dawn [[trade]] Aipom and Buizel.
*Ash and Dawn use each other's Buizel and Aipom in battle against [[Team Rocket]].
*Ash and Dawn officially trade Aipom and Buizel.






;''[[DP060|Journey to the Unknown!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} explore the [[Solaceon Ruins]].
*{{an|Dawn}}'s {{p|Aipom}} evolves into {{TP|Dawn|Ambipom}}.
*Saturn steals [[Spear Key|a cube]] from the Solaceon Ruins.

;''[[DP061|Team Shocker!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} competes in a [[Pokémon Contest]] in [[Solaceon Town]].
*Dawn loses in the Appeals Round in the Solaceon Town Contest.
*[[Jessie]] wins the Solaceon Town Contest with her {{TP|Jessie|Dustox}}.



;''[[DP064|Riding the Winds of Change!]]''
*{{Ash}}, {{an|Brock}}, and {{an|Dawn}} enter a town having a problem with trapped {{p|Gligar}}.
*[[Paul]] uses his {{TP|Paul|Electabuzz}} and {{p|Weavile}} to capture the Gligar's leader, a {{TP|Paul|Gliscor}}.
*Ash, Brock, and Dawn help [[Nurse Joy]] and [[Officer Jenny]] chase the Gligar from the town.
*One {{AP|Gligar}} remains behind, and chooses to go with Ash.

;''[[DP065|Sleight of Sand!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} encounter {{an|Hippopotas}} once more.
*[[Cassidy]] and [[Butch]] show up in the Sinnoh region and get into an argument with [[Jessie]] and [[James]].

;''[[DP066|Lost Leader Strategy!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive in [[Veilstone City]].
*[[Maylene]] denies Ash's request for a Gym Battle.
*Ash and co. meet [[Paul]]'s older brother, [[Reggie]].
*Ash battles Reggie.
*Maylene agrees to a confidence-boosting match against {{an|Dawn}}.

;''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''
*Ash trains his {{AP|Staravia}} to use {{m|Brave Bird}}.
*{{an|Dawn}} battles [[Maylene]] in a Gym Battle.
*Maylene defeats Dawn.

;''[[DP068|A Triple Fighting Chance!]]''
*{{Ash}} battles [[Maylene]] in a Gym Battle.
*{{AP|Buizel}} learns {{m|Water Pulse}}.
*Ash's match with Maylene ends in a draw.
*Maylene gives Ash the {{Badge|Cobble}}.

;''[[DP069|Enter Galactic!]]''
*[[Team Galactic]] arrives in Veilstone City to steal its [[meteorite]]s.
*[[Saturn]]'s {{p|Toxicroak}} battles [[Brock's Croagunk]].
*{{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}}, {{an|Brock}}, [[Maylene]], and [[Reggie]] fight off Team Galactic.
*{{AP|Pikachu}} and [[Paul's Electabuzz]] begin to get along.
*Team Galactic flees.



;''[[DP071|Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! Part 1]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} meet [[Kellyn]].
*The group meet a {{p|Riolu}} that can use {{m|Aura Sphere}}.
*[[J|Pokémon Hunter J]] attempts to steal the Riolu.
*{{an|Dawn}} learns of Ash's [[aura]] abilities.

;''[[DP072|Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! Part 2]]''
*[[J]] steals the {{p|Riolu}} from the prior episode.
*{{Ash}} saves Riolu from J and the man J is working for.

;''[[DP073|Crossing Paths]]''
*[[Jessie]]'s {{TP|Jessie|Dustox}} meets a {{shiny}} {{p|Dustox}}.
*{{Ash}}, {{ashfr|his friends}}, and [[Team Rocket]] learn of the Dustox breeding ceremony.
*Jessie [[Released Pokémon|releases]] Dustox.

;''[[DP074|Pika and Goliath!]]''
*{{AP|Pikachu}} loses a battle against [[Sho|a boy]]'s {{p|Raichu}}.
*{{Ash}} reveals that he still has the {{evostone|Thunderstone}} given to him in [[Vermilion City]].
*Pikachu decides once again not to evolve into Raichu.
*Pikachu defeats [[Sho]]'s Raichu.
*[[Jessie]], [[James]], and {{MTR}} steal the Thunderstone Ash saved.

;''[[DP075|Our Cup Runneth Over!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} learns about the [[Wallace Cup]], a special [[Pokémon Contest]] that offers a [[ribbon]] redeemable at any [[region]]al [[Grand Festival]] as a prize.
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} meet [[Wallace]], former [[Sootopolis City]] [[Gym Leader]] and [[Hoenn]] {{pkmn|Champion}}.
*{{an|May}} calls Ash from [[Snowpoint City]].

;''[[DP076|A Full Course Tag Battle!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**May's {{p|Eevee}} evolves into {{TP|May|Glaceon}}.
**Drew's {{p|Roselia}} evolves into {{TP|Drew|Roserade}}.
*{{an|May}} joins {{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}}, and {{an|Brock}} at [[Valor Lakefront]] to compete in the [[Wallace Cup]].
*May and Ash show Dawn the [[Ribbon]] they tied to win in ''[[AG191|Once More with Reeling]]''.

;''[[DP077|Staging A Heroes' Welcome!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{an|May}}'s {{p|Squirtle}} evolves into {{TP|May|Wartortle}}.
*May, {{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}}, and [[Zoey]] compete in the [[Wallace Cup]].

;''[[DP078|Pruning a Passel of Pals!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{an|May}}'s {{p|Bulbasaur}} evolves into {{TP|May|Ivysaur}}.
**May's {{p|Ivysaur}} evolves into Venusaur.
*May, {{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}}, and [[Zoey]] continue to compete in the [[Wallace Cup]].
*Ash sees {{p|Azelf}}'s projected soul at [[Lake Valor]].
*Ash drops out of the Wallace Cup in the quarterfinals.

;''[[DP079|Strategy With a Smile!]]''
*{{an|May}}, {{an|Dawn}}, and [[Zoey]] continue to compete in the [[Wallace Cup]].
*Zoey drops out of the Wallace Cup in the semifinals.
*May and Dawn face each other in the finals of the Wallace Cup.
*Dawn and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} narrowly defeat May and {{TP|May|Glaceon}} in the finals.
*Dawn wins the [[Aqua Ribbon]].
*May returns to [[Johto]] to compete for two more [[Ribbon]]s.

;''[[DP080|The Thief That Keeps on Thieving!]]''
*{{Ash}}, {{an|Dawn}}, and [[Brock]] continue on their way to [[Pastoria City]].
*The group meets [[Tyler]], a rookie trainer who is trying to capture a {{p|Yanma}}.
*[[Jessie]] captures {{TP|Jessie|Yanma}} before Tyler can.
*Jessie, [[James]], and {{MTR}} send Yanma to {{an|Giovanni}} via {{TR|Delibird}}.
*Giovanni deems Yanma to be weak and returns it.
*Jessie decides to train Yanma.
*Jessie's Yanma uses {{m|AncientPower}} and [[Evolution|evolves]] into {{p|Yanmega}}.



;''[[DP083|A Crasher Course in Power!]]''
*[[Crasher Wake]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Fen}}.

;''[[DP084|Hungry For the Good Life!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} captures a {{TP|Dawn|Swinub}}.

;''[[DP085|Fighting Fear With Fear!]]''
*{{Ash}}'s {{p|Gligar}} learns {{m|X-Scissor}}.
*Ash, {{an|Dawn}} and {{an|Brock}} meet up with {{Gary}}.
*Gary gives Ash a [[Razor Fang]].
*Ash's Gligar [[Evolution|evolves]] into {{AP|Gliscor}}.
;''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]''
*Dawn wins the [[Hearthome Collection]] with Buneary.








;''[[DP095|Battling the Generation Gap!]]''
*Dawn wins her third ribbon in the [[Celestic Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.
;''[[DP096|Losing Its Lustrous!]]''
*[[Team Galactic]] steals the {{DL|Type-enhancing item|Adamant Orb}} from a police airplane.
*Ash and his friends meet Cynthia again.
*Ash and his friends meet [[Professor Carolina]], who is Cynthia's grandmother.
*[[Saturn's Toxicroak]] defeats [[Brock's Croagunk]].
;''[[DP097|Double Team Turnover!]]''
*Ash and his friends confront [[Team Galactic]], but fail in getting back the [[Lustrous Orb]].
*Team Galactic steals the Lustrous Orb from [[Celestic Town]].



;''[[DP099|A Trainer and Child Reunion!]]''
*Ash, Brock and Dawn meet {{EF|Aaron}} of the Elite Four.
;''[[DP100|Aiding the Enemy!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**[[Paul]] earns the {{Badge|Relic}} from [[Fantina]].
*{{Ash}}'s {{p|Turtwig}} [[Evolution|evolves]] into {{p|Grotle}}.
*Paul's {{p|Torterra}} helps {{AP|Grotle}} deal with its decreased speed.
;''[[DP101|Barry's Busting Out All Over!]]''
*{{Ash}}, {{an|Brock}}, and {{an|Dawn}} meet {{an|Barry}}.
*Ash prepares to have an official Gym battle rematch with [[Fantina]].
*Barry and Ash battle. Ash comes out the victor.

;''[[DP102|A Shield with a Twist!]]''
*[[Fantina]] gives {{Ash}} the {{Badge|Relic}}.
*[[Jessie]] wins her second [[ribbon]] in the {{to|Majolica}} {{pkmn|Contest}} with her {{TP|Jessie|Yanmega}}.
;''[[DP103|Jumping Rocket Ship!]]''
*Ash and co. reach [[Canalave City]].
*The group's Pokémon are blasted away to various points in Canalave City.
*Barry leaves the group to train on [[Iron Island]].
;''[[DP104|Sleepless in Pre-Battle!]]''
*Dawn's {{p|Swinub}} evolves into {{TP|Dawn|Piloswine}}.

=====[[Pokémon Diamond & Pearl: Galactic Battles|Season 12]]=====
;''[[DP106|A Breed Stampede!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**{{si|Kenny}} earns his third [[Ribbon]].
**[[Nando]] earns his fourth Ribbon.
*{{an|Dawn}}'s {{p|Piloswine}} starts disobeying her.
*Dawn's Piloswine evolves into a {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}}.
*{{AP|Grotle}} begins to utilize the lessons that were taught to it by [[Paul's Torterra]].
;''[[DP108|Dealing with Defensive Types!]]''
*{{Ash}} battles for his sixth Sinnoh Badge, against [[Byron]].
*Ash earns his sixth Gym Badge, the {{Badge|Mine}}.

;''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} wins her fourth [[Ribbon]] in the [[Chocovine Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.

;''[[DP118|Pursuing a Lofty Goal!]]''
*{{Ash}}'s {{p|Staravia}} [[Evolution|evolves]] into {{AP|Staraptor}}.

;''[[DP121|The Lonely Snover!]]''
* [[Ash's Grotle]] learns {{m|Rock Climb}}.

;''[[DP123|Old Rivals, New Tricks!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} competes in a [[Pokémon Contest]] in [[Sandalstraw Town]].
*{{si|Kenny}} defeats Dawn and wins his fourth [[ribbon]].
;''[[DP124|To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} gives {{TP|Dawn|Ambipom}} to [[O]] for training.

;''[[DP127|Sliding Into Seventh!]]''
*{{Ash}} battles [[Candice]] of the [[Snowpoint Gym]] for his seventh Sinnoh Badge.
*Ash earns the {{Badge|Icicle}} from Candice.
;''[[DP128|A Pyramiding Rage!]]''
* Brandon arrives in Snowpoint City.
** Paul challenges Brandon, with Paul losing easily.
;''[[DP129|Pillars of Friendship!]]''
* J returns and awakens Regigigas.
** Ash and Co., along with Brandon, stop J.
;''[[DP130|Frozen on Their Tracks!]]''
* Ash and Co. meet Looker, of the Internation Police Force.
;''[[DP131|Pedal to the Mettle!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**[[Paul]]'s {{p|Magmar}} evolves into {{TP|Paul|Magmortar}}.
*{{Ash}} and Paul begin to battle.
;''[[DP132|Evolving Strategies!]]''
*{{Ash}} and [[Paul]] continue their battle.
*Ash's {{p|Chimchar}} evolves into {{AP|Monferno}}.
*Ash loses the battle.
;''[[DP133|Uncrushing Defeat!]]''
* Brock sees {{p|Uxie}} at [[Lake Acuity]].

;''[[DP136|Gateway to Ruin!]]''
*Ash and co. once again run into Team Galactic at [[Mt. Coronet]].

;''[[DP138|Strategy Begins at Home!]]''
*Ash and Brock meet Johanna. Dawn battles Johanna and loses.

;''[[DP141|Challenging a Towering Figure!]]''
*Ash wins the [[Twinleaf Festival]] and battles {{FB|Tower Tycoon|Palmer}} of the Sinnoh Battle Tower, but loses.

;''[[DP143|An Egg Scramble!]]''
*Dawn defeats {{an|Lyra}} in a battle and receives an {{pkmn|egg}}, which later hatches into {{TP|Dawn|Cyndaquil}}.

;''[[DP146|Dressed for Jess Success!]]''
*[[James]] enters a contest passing by [[Jessilina]] and wins, so [[Jessie]] gets her third ribbon. Dawn loses to James in the semi-finals.
;''[[DP150|Unlocking the Red Chain of Events!]]''
*Cyrus hires [[Pokémon Hunter J]] to capture {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}} and {{p|Uxie}}.
;''[[DP151|The Needs of the Three!]]''
*[[Pokémon Hunter J]] catches {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, and {{p|Uxie}} for [[Team Galactic]].
;''[[DP152|The Battle Finale of Legend!]]''
*[[Cyrus]] summons {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} and disappears through the portal created by them.
*[[Saturn]], [[Mars]], and [[Jupiter]] are arrested, bringing down [[Team Galactic]].
;''[[DP154|Mastering Current Events!]]''
*{{Ash}} leaves {{AP|Gliscor}} with [[McCann]].
;''[[DP157|Gotta Get a Gible!]]''
*{{Ash}} captures a {{AP|Gible}} which he befriended in ''[[DP156|A Meteoric Rise to Excellence!]]''.
=====[[Pokémon Diamond & Pearl: Sinnoh League Victors|Season 13]]=====
;''[[DP159|Short and To the Punch!]]''
*{{Ash}}'s {{AP|Buizel}} learns {{m|Ice Punch}}
;''[[DP161|Yes, in Dee Dee It's Dawn!]]''
* {{an|Dawn}}, [[Ursula]], and [[Jessie]] enter the [[Daybreak Town]] Contest, with the 3 making it to the Battle Round.
;''[[DP162|Playing the Performance Encore!]]''
* [[Ursula]] defeats [[Jessie]] in the Battle Round of the Daybreak Contest.
* {{an|Dawn}} defeats Ursula in the finals, earning her 5th and final ribbon.
;''[[DP163|Fighting Ire with Fire!]]''
* {{an|Barry}} and [[Paul]] meet for the first time.
* Barry has earned the 8 Sinnoh Badges, qualifying him for the Sinnoh League.
* {{Ash}} battles Barry briefly.
* Ash's Monferno activates {{a|Blaze}} again and gets out of control.
* {{p|Monferno}} evolves into {{AP|Infernape}}.
;''[[DP164|Piplup, Up and Away!]]''
* [[Dawn's Piplup]] learns {{m|Hydro Pump}}.
;''[[DP165|Flint Sparks the Fire!]]''
* {{Ash}} and {{Ashfr|co.}} meet {{OBP|Flint|Elite Four}}.
* [[Volkner]] refuses to battle Ash.
* Ash battles Flint, losing.
* Volkner decides to battle Ash.
;''[[DP166|The Fleeing Tower of Sunyshore!]]''
* Ash's Grotle evolves into {{AP|Torterra}} and learns {{m|Leaf Storm}}.
;''[[DP167|Teaching the Student Teacher]]''
* Jessie wins her fourth ribbon in the [[Neighborly Town]] Contest.
;''[[DP170|An Elite Coverup!]]''
* Ash and his friends meet [[Bertha]].
;''[[DP171|Dawn of a Royal Day!]]''
* Princess Salvia wins the Arrowroot Town Contest, and gives the Ribbon to Jessie.
* Jessie obtains her 5th Ribbon, thus qualifing for the Sinnoh Grand Festival.
* Princess Salvia gives her Togekiss to Dawn.
;''[[DP173|Dealing with a Fierce Double Ditto Drama!]]''
* The gang arrive at Valor Lakefront for the Grand Festival.
;''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**Nando has earned seven Gym Badges.
**Nando acquires a {{p|Kricketot}} and an {{p|Altaria}}.
**Zoey's Shellos and Finneon are revealed to have evolved into a Gastrodon and Lumineon, respectively.
*Kenny's Prinplup evolves into an {{TP|Kenny|Empoleon}}; he is also revealed to have obtained a Floatzel.
*{{an|Dawn}} enters the Grand Festival alongside [[Zoey]] and [[Jessie|Jessilina]].
*[[Nando]], {{si|Kenny}}, and [[Ursula]] earned their fifth ribbons and enter the Grand Festival as well.
*Ursula is revealed to have obtained two Eevee, which she evolves into a Vaporeon and a Flareon during her appeal.
*Dawn, Nando, Ursula, Zoey, and Jessilina successfully clear the appeals round; however, Kenny fails to make it through and is eliminated from the Grand Festival.
;''[[DP175|Opposites Interact!]]''
*{{an|Dawn}} beats [[Ursula]] and advances to the Top 16 round of the Sinnoh Grand Festival.
*[[Zoey]], [[Nando]], and [[Jessie|Jessilina]] also advance to the Top 16 round of the Sinnoh Grand Festival.
;''[[DP176|Coming Full Festival Circle!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**Zoey's Misdreavus evolves into a Mismagius.
**Nando's Roselia evolves into a Roserade, while he is also revealed to have captured a Lopunny.
*Zoey and Dawn defeat Nando and Jessilina, respectively, and advance to the finals of the Sinnoh Grand Festival.
;''[[DP177|A Grand Fight for Winning!]]''
*''Pre-episode''
**Zoey's Kirlia evolves into a Gallade.
*Zoey defeats Dawn in the final round of the Sinnoh Grand Festival, winning the Ribbon Cup as well as the title of Top Coordinator.
*Jessie decides to give up on [[Pokémon Contest]]s after seeing Dawn lose.
*{{Ash}} learns that [[Sunyshore Gym]] is fully repaired and Volkner is ready for their Gym Battle.
;''[[DP179|The Eighth Wonder of the Sinnoh World!]]''
*{{Ash}} arrives back at [[Sunyshore Gym]] for his Gym Battle against [[Volkner]].
**[[Ash's Infernape]]'s {{a|Blaze}} is activated again, and it gains control of the ability for the first time.
**Ash defeats Volkner and earns the Beacon Badge, allowing him to participate in the Sinnoh League.
;''[[DP180|Four Roads Diverged in a Pokémon Port!]]''
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} encounter [[Jasmine]].
* {{an|Dawn}} meets Jasmine.
* {{OBP|Flint|Elite Four}} and {{si|Kenny}} battle and defeat Jasmine and Ash, respectively.
;''[[DP181|Bucking the Treasure Trend!]]''
*{{Ash}} and his {{ashfr|friends}} meet [[Buck]].
;''[[DP182|An Old Family Blend!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|his friends}} arrive at [[Lily of the Valley Island]] for the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]].
*[[Paul]], {{an|Barry}}, [[Nando]] and [[Conway]] also enter the Lily of the Valley Conference, the latter two having earned the eight [[badge|Gym Badges]] required.
*Ash decides to use the Pokémon he has stored at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s [[Professor Oak's Laboratory|Laboratory]] alongside the Pokémon he has acquired in [[Sinnoh]] during the tournament, and spends time with several of them.
*{{Ash}}'s {{p|Cyndaquil}} is revealed to have learned {{m|Flame Wheel}}.
*Ash's Cyndaquil evolves into {{AP|Quilava}} and learns {{m|Eruption}}.
*Ash learns he will be battling [[Nando]] in the first round of the tournament.
;''[[DP183|League Unleashed!]]''
* The [[Sinnoh League]] tournament on [[Lily of the Valley Island]] begins.
* {{Ash}}'s {{AP|Quilava}} is revealed to have learned {{m|Aerial Ace}} while his {{AP|Heracross}} is revealed to have learned {{m|Sleep Talk}} and {{m|Focus Punch}}.
* The gang learn that a mysterious trainer has entered the tournament with a {{p|Darkrai}}.
* Ash wins his first battle against [[Nando]], knocking him out of the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]].
* {{an|Barry}}, [[Conway]] and [[Paul]] also make it through the preliminaries.
;''[[DP184|Casting a Paul on Barry!]]''
* Ash, Paul, Barry, Conway, and [[Tobias]] make it through the second round of the Lily of the Valley Conference.
* Paul and Barry are selected to battle each other in the third round of the Lily of the Valley Conference while Ash is selected to battle Conway.
* Paul's Electabuzz is revealed to have evolved into an Electivire, and Electivire is revealed to have learned Giga Impact upon its evolution to its final form.
* Barry is revealed to have captured a Skarmory and a Hitmonlee.
* Paul defeats Barry and advances to the quarter finals of the tournament.
;''[[DP185|Working on a Right Move!]]''
* Ash's Infernape learns Flare Blitz.
* Conway is revealed to have obtained a Shuckle, a Lickilicky, and a Dusknoir.
* Ash's Noctowl is revealed to have learned Extrasensory, Air Slash, and Sky Attack.
* Ash's Gible masters Draco Meteor.
* Ash defeats Conway and advances to the next round.
* Ash learns that he will face Paul in the quarter-final of the Lily of the Valley Conference.
* Ash's Gliscor returns to Ash for the battle against Paul.
* Tobias advances to the quarter-final.
;''[[DP186|Familiarity Breeds Strategy!]]''
* In the Lily of the Valley Conference quarter-final, Ash and Paul begin their second full battle.
* Paul is revealed to have obtained a Drapion and a Gastrodon while his Lairon is revealed to have evolved into an Aggron.
;''[[DP187|A Real Rival Rouser!]]''
* Ash and Paul continue their full battle.
* Ash's Gliscor is revealed to have learned Stone Edge.
* Paul is revealed to have obtained a Froslass.
;''[[DP188|Battling a Thaw in Relations!]]''
* Ash and Paul continue their full battle.
* Infernape's Blaze ability activates. Infernape gets control of the ability.
* Ash wins the battle and goes to the semi-finals.
;''[[DP189|The Semi-Final Frontier!]]''
* In the Lily of the Valley Conference semi-final, Ash battles Tobias.
* Tobias is revealed to have a {{p|Latios}}.
* Ash loses to Tobias and is eliminated from the Lily of the Valley Confence.
;''[[DP190|The Brockster Is In!]]''
* Brock's {{p|Happiny}} evolves into {{TP|Brock|Chansey}} and learns {{m|Softboiled}}.
* [[Nurse Joy]] suggests to {{an|Brock}} that he trains to become a Pokémon Doctor.
* {{ashfr|Ash and co.}} reach [[Twinleaf Town]].
;''[[DP191|Memories are Made of Bliss!]]''
* {{an|Dawn}} decides to remain in Sinnoh, {{an|Brock}} decides to train to become a Pokémon Doctor while {{Ash}} renews his vow to become a Pokémon Master.
* Ash and Brock return to [[Kanto]] and go their separate ways.
* Ash and [[Ash's Pikachu]] reach [[Pallet Town]].

===[[Best Wishes series]]===
====[[Unova]]====
=====[[Pokémon: Black & White|Season 14]]=====
;''[[BW001|In The Shadow of Zekrom!]]''
*{{Ash}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} travel with {{Delia}} and {{an|Professor Oak}} to the [[Unova]] region where Professor Oak is attending a conference. {{p|Deerling}}'s spring coat indicates it is springtime in Unova.
* Ash learns that all of the Pokémon that live in the Unova region cannot be found in [[Kanto]], [[Johto]], [[Hoenn]] or [[Sinnoh]].
* Ash and company meet [[Professor Juniper]].
* [[Team Rocket]] also arrive in the Unova region, having been assigned there by {{an|Giovanni}}.
* Pikachu becomes temporarily unable to use Electric-type attacks after being hit by lightning caused by {{p|Zekrom}}.
* Ash meets a photographer and beginning {{pkmn|Trainer}} by the name of [[Trip]].
* Trip obtains a {{p|Snivy}} from Professor Juniper then battles [[Ash's Pikachu]] and wins.
;''[[BW002|Enter Iris and Axew!]]''
* {{p|Zekrom}} appears again and Pikachu is given back his electric powers.
* Ash decides to remain in [[Unova]] and challenge it's Pokémon League.
* Ash learns the first [[Unova League]] Gym is in [[Striaton City]].
* The {{AP|Oshawott}} from [[Professor Juniper]]'s lab starts to follow Ash.
* Ash meets a mysterious girl named {{an|Iris}} and her {{TP|Iris|Axew}}.
* [[Jessie]] and [[James]] are revealed to have left all their Pokémon at Team Rocket's Headquarters.
* Ash captures a {{AP|Pidove}}.
* Jessie captures a {{TP|Jessie|Woobat}}.
;''[[BW003|A Sandile Gusher of Change!]]''
* The Oshawott from [[Professor Juniper]]'s laboratory that has been following {{Ash}} since ''[[BW001|In The Shadow of Zekrom!]]'' joins his team.
;''[[BW004|The Battle Club and Tepig's Choice!]]''
* Ash captures a {{AP|Tepig}}
;''[[BW005|Triple Leaders, Team Threats!]]''
* {{Ash}} and {{an|Iris}} arrive at [[Striaton City]], and meet {{an|Cilan}}.
* Rather than challenging just one of the leaders, Ash challenges all of the Gym Leader trio of Cilan, [[Chili]] and [[Cress]] to a gym battle.
* Ash loses to Cress, defeats Chili and starts his battle with Cilan.
* {{Ash}}'s {{AP|Tepig}} and {{AP|Oshawott}} are revealed to know {{m|Tackle}}.
;''[[BW006|Dreams by the Yard Full!]]''
* [[Ash's Oshawott]] is revealed to know {{m|Razor Shell}}.
* {{Ash}} defeats {{an|Cilan}} and earns the {{badge|Trio}}.
* Ash, Cilan and {{an|Iris}} agree to travel together through [[Unova]].
* Ash learns that the next Unova Gym is at [[Nacrene City]].
* {{p|Axew|Axew's}} dream reveals that it wants to reach its {{p|Haxorus|final evolutionary stage}}.
;''[[BW007|Snivy Plays Hard to Catch!]]''
* Ash catches a {{AP|Snivy}}.
* {{an|Giovanni}} informs Team Rocket of the presence of another villainous team.
;''[[BW008|Saving Darmanitan From the Bell!]]''
* Team Rocket meets a stranger who gives them a mysterious item and tells them to head for Nacrene City.
;''[[BW009|The Bloom Is on Axew!]]''
* Iris is revealed to have an {{TP|Iris|Excadrill}}.
* Iris's Axew is revealed to know Scratch and Dragon Rage.
* Team Rocket is told to go to the [[Desert Resort]]
;[[BW010]]
* {{Ash}} encounters [[Trip]] again whom {{an|Iris}} meets for the first time.
* It is revealed that, like [[Nurse Joy]] and [[Officer Jenny]], there is a [[Don George]] that runs a [[Battle Club]] in multiple cities in the [[Unova]] region.
* [[Jessie]], [[James]] and {{MTR}} meet {{TR|Flint}} for the first time.
* It is revealed that Trip has obtained the {{badge|Trio}}, as well as another badge.
* Ash and Trip decide to have their second battle.
* It is revealed that Trip's {{p|Snivy}} has evolved into {{TP|Trip|Servine}} and that he has obtained a {{p|Tranquill}} and a {{p|Pururiru}}.
* [[Ash's Snivy]] is revealed to know {{m|Leaf Blade}}.
* Trip defeats Ash in their battle.
;[[BW011]]
* [[Cilan's Pansage]] is revealed to know {{m|Dig}}.
* {{an|Cilan}} catches an {{TP|Cilan|Dwebble}}.
;[[BW012]]
* [[Jessie]], [[James]], and {{MTR}} receive a dummy meteorite from a Team Rocket agent.
* Ash receives a [[Pokémon egg]].
;[[BW013]]
* [[Jessie]], [[James]], and {{MTR}} arrive in [[Nacrene City]].
* {{Ash}} gets a new badge case from {{ga|Bianca}}, given to her by [[Professor Juniper]].
* Ash battles Bianca and wins.
;[[BW014]]
* {{Ash}}, {{an|Iris}}, and {{an|Cilan}} arrive in [[Nacrene City]].
* Ash and co. meet [[Hawes]] and [[Lenora]].
* Ash challenges Lenora to a gym battle.
;[[BW015]]
* {{Ash}} battles [[Lenora]] and loses.
* [[Team Rocket]] steals the meteorite from Nacrene Museum.
;[[BW016]]
* {{AP|Tepig}} learns {{m|Flame Charge}}.
* {{AP|Oshawott}} learns {{m|Aqua Jet}}.
* Ash obtains the {{badge|Basic}}.
;[[BW017]]
* Ash's egg hatches into a Scraggy.
* Jessie, James, and Meowth deliver the meteorite they stole from Nacrene Museum to Professor Seger for analysis.
* Ash and Iris have their first battle using Zuruggu and Axew, respectively. The battle results in a draw.
;[[BW018]]
*{{Ash}} and {{ashfr|friends}} reach [[Pinwheel Forest]] and meet the [[Castelia City]] [[Gym Leader]], [[Burgh]].
* Ash captures a {{AP|Sewaddle}}.
* Ash sends one of his Pokémon to [[Professor Juniper]] and adds Sewaddle to his team.
;[[BW019]]
* {{AP|Pidove}} is revealed to be the Pokémon sent to [[Professor Juniper]].
* {{an|Cilan}} is revealed to be a class A Sommelier.
;[[BW020]]
* {{AP|Pikachu}} learns {{m|Electro Ball}}.

==See also==
*[[List of anime episodes]]
*[[History of the Pokémon world]]

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