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Talk:Greninja (Pokémon)

2016-10-13T12:57:23Z

Kichu200211: /* Ash-Greninja */

==Better Picture?==
Considering that the final starter evos have been on the offical site for a while now, think we could get a better quality picture? It looks like its been put through a scanner. Also looks odd in the template. --[[User:BigBadBatter|BigBadBatter]] ([[User talk:BigBadBatter|talk]]) 01:39, 1 November 2013 (UTC)
:The image currently uploaded onto the Archives is from the official website. When the image syncs to Bulbapedia, the new version will be displayed. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 01:42, 1 November 2013 (UTC)
::Ah, cool. Thanks for clarifying--[[User:BigBadBatter|BigBadBatter]] ([[User talk:BigBadBatter|talk]]) 05:41, 1 November 2013 (UTC)

==Bipedal or quadrupedal?==
While its default battle stance is a low crouch, it seems perfectly capable of comfortably standing on two legs. (pokémon-amie/special attack animation). changing quadrupedal into bipedal for now. - ''unsigned comment from {{u|Adasdad}} ([[User talk:Adasdad|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Adasdad|contribs]]) ''

==SMASH BROS==
Greninja is in smash bros [[User:Random Chaos|Random Chaos]] ([[User talk:Random Chaos|talk]]) 23:32, 8 April 2014 (UTC)
:Thanks for the info, but if you'll notice, it's already been added to the article. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 00:07, 9 April 2014 (UTC)

==Anime image==
Are we allowed to add Greninja's anime image or weren't allowed until the new movie's release? --[[User:Cinday123|Cinday123]] ''([[User talk:Cinday123|Talk]])'' 02:28, 12 April 2014 (UTC)

==Name meaning?==
Could the 'gekkou' part of Gekkouga possibly come from moon-lit? I'm currently playing through Persona 3 and the school is called Gekkoukan, which comes from the moon being a major concept in the game. I just thought it might mean something similar in Greninja's Japanese name, since being moon lit could explain its Dark typing further? [[User:Magentafeelings|Magentafeelings]] ([[User talk:Magentafeelings|talk]]) 23:43, 26 May 2014 (UTC)
:You may have a point there since its Final Smash in SSB is [http://i.minus.com/ibyNVXiBNsk8F6.gif this.] —[[User:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|The]]Very[[User talk:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|Best]] 20:18, 27 May 2014 (UTC)

== Can we add this ==

to the Biography page --[[User:SilverioFlame|SilverioBOMB ]] ([[User talk:SilverioFlame|talk]]) 00:32, 11 September 2015 (UTC)
:No.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 04:06, 11 September 2015 (UTC)

== Ash-Greninja ==

Shouldn't we add any reference to the form change that Ash's Greninja will be taking in XY&Z? --[[User:TheMaskedMeowth|TheMaskedMeowth]] ([[User talk:TheMaskedMeowth|talk]]) 16:49, 24 October 2015 (UTC)
:As a side-note, Ash Greninja has officially appeared in a game; Pokemon Picross. I definitely think we should add some form of info. --[[User:TheMaskedMeowth|TheMaskedMeowth]] ([[User talk:TheMaskedMeowth|talk]]) 17:27, 5 December 2015 (UTC)
:Also as a note, Ash-Greninja is officially going to be in the Sun & Moon demo and is transferable to the full game.

== Martial Arts ==

Greninja and Ninjask are the only non-fighting type pokemon to have been inspired in a martial art.~~ Posted by Robin Maximo.--
:Being based on a Ninja is not a martial art.--[[User:Omojuzeforever|Omojuzeforever]] ([[User talk:Omojuzeforever|talk]]) 12:43, 5 February 2016 (UTC)

Ninjutsu is a martial art.~~ Posted by Robin Maximo--
:It really isn't either. Lots of martial arts combine into Ninjutsu.--[[User:Omojuzeforever|Omojuzeforever]] ([[User talk:Omojuzeforever|talk]]) 16:05, 5 February 2016 (UTC)

Every Martial Art is composed of many.-- Posted by Robin Maximo~~

== Who designed Greninja? ==

Hello! I am doing a research article on Greninja and was attempting to determine who designed it only to find lack of clarity. the SmashWiki claims it is Yusuke Ohmura. While it's plausible giving he previously designed the Piplup and Oshawott lines, as well as the legendaries for X and Y, I've yet to find an official source on this. Would anyone happen to know? Thanks. [[User:Nintendo101|Nintendo101]] ([[User talk:Nintendo101|talk]]) 03:21, 11 July 2016 (UTC)
:A quick Google search I just did didn't reveal any source on who designed Greninja. If you want to know where SmashWiki came up with that information, you may want to go there and ask them for a source on that detail. Keep in mind though, for many Pokémon, it is never officially revealed who exactly designed what, so it may be impossible find that information with absolute certainty. [[User:Litwick96|Litwick]][[User Talk:Litwick96|96]] 03:49, 11 July 2016 (UTC)
::Thank you for the suggestion. I know that design credits are rarely disclosed. I was just curious for the nature of my own article. I have since found another article online, claiming that Greninja was created by the same individual who designed Darkrai, but I question the validity of that as well. They lacked a source. Even if it was true, I was unable to find out who that was either... I have since contacted SmashWiki for a source or at least clarity as to why they say Ohmura designed Greninja. I was surprised to not find any citation for that information on SmashWiki's article. [[User:Nintendo101|Nintendo101]] ([[User talk:Nintendo101|talk]]) 14:13, 11 July 2016 (UTC)
:::Pokémon Center Paris had artworks with Pokémon drew by they Designer and one of them was a Greninja artwork from Yusuke. --[[User:Altruis|Altruis]] [[User talk:Altruis|''でんき'']] 14:50, 11 July 2016 (UTC)
::::Do you have a link or reference to this information? [[User:Nintendo101|Nintendo101]] ([[User talk:Nintendo101|talk]]) 20:17, 11 July 2016 (UTC)

== Ash-Greninja Pokémon Sun and Moon ==

Since Ash-Greninja is officially in the Pokémon Sun and Moon demo, can we make a reference to that on this page?
[[User:Elbunnies|Elbunnies]] ([[User talk:Elbunnies|talk]]) 21:09, 4 October 2016 (UTC)

== First Fully Evolved starter to have 3 possible abilities? ==

With the new Battle bond ability, Greninja now has 3 Possible abilities- Torrent, Protean, Battle bond. It is the only starter with 3 abilities, so shouldn't this be noted in trivia?
[[User:PkmnTrainerV|The legendary PkmnTrainerV is Here!]] ([[User talk:PkmnTrainerV|talk]]) 13:31, 5 October 2016 (UTC)

== anime links ==

Someone, please replace the word <code>anime</code> by <code>{{pkmn|anime}}</code> in the two images of Greninja. Thanks! :) [[User:MannedTooth| MannedTooth ]] ([[User_Talk:MannedTooth|Talk]]) 20:24, 5 October 2016 (UTC)

XY136

2016-09-15T21:05:38Z

Kichu200211: /* Trivia */

{{undubbed|935}}

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* {{BMGf|217700|Preview thread on BMGf}} ''Closed''
* {{BMGf|218407|Original review thread on BMGf}}

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(Japanese: '''反撃のジガルデ！カロス最終決戦！！''' ''The Zygarde Counterattack! The Final Decisive Battle of Kalos!!'') is the 136th episode of the {{series|XY}}, and the 935th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on September 15, 2016 as a one-hour special alongside [[XY135]].
{{spoilers}}



==Plot==
{{incomplete plot}}


==Major events==

* {{Ash}} and [[Alain]] rescue {{DL|Mairin|Chespie}} from the Megalith {{p|Zygarde}}, temporarily stopping it.
* [[Lysandre]] is revealed to be alive, and gains control of the Megalith Zygarde.
* {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} discover that Blaziken Mask is [[Meyer]].
* [[Squishy]] and {{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Z2}} combine into {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Complete Forme}} in order to battle the Megalith Zygarde.
* [[Squishy]] is revealed to know {{m|Core Enforcer}}.
* The Megalith Zygarde is destroyed with Lysandre consumed in the explosion, resulting in [[Team Flare]]'s ultimate defeat and disbandment.
* Chespie wakes up from its coma.
* Squishy leaves Bonnie.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===

* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Serena}}
* {{an|Clemont}}
* {{an|Bonnie}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Nurse Joy]]
* [[Officer Jenny]]
* [[Professor Sycamore]]
* [[Meyer|Meyer/Blaziken Mask]]
* [[Alain]]
* [[Mairin]]
* [[Sawyer]]
* {{an|Tierno}}
* {{an|Trevor}}
* {{an|Shauna}}
* [[Lysandre]]
* [[Viola]]
* [[Grant]]
* [[Korrina]]
* [[Ramos]]
* [[Valerie]]
* [[Olympia]]
* [[Wulfric]]
* [[Diantha]]
* [[Malva]]
* [[Steven Stone]]
* Trainers

===Pokémon===


* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Dedenne}} ({{OP|Clemont|Dedenne}})
* {{p|Greninja}} ({{OP|Ash|Greninja}}; Ash-Greninja)
* {{p|Bunnelby}} ({{OP|Clemont|Bunnelby}})
* {{p|Chespin}} ({{OP|Clemont|Chespin}})
* {{p|Luxray}} ({{OP|Clemont|Luxray}})
* {{p|Braixen}} ({{OP|Serena|Braixen}})
* {{p|Pancham}} ({{OP|Serena|Pancham}})
* {{p|Sylveon}} ({{OP|Serena|Sylveon}})
* {{p|Gourgeist}} ({{OP|Jessie|Gourgeist}})
* {{p|Inkay}} ({{OP|James|Inkay}})
* {{p|Wigglytuff}} ({{OP|Nurse Joy|Wigglytuff}})
* {{p|Ivysaur}} ({{OP|Shauna|Ivysaur}})
* {{p|Charizard}} ({{OP|Trevor|Charizard}})
* {{p|Blastoise}} ({{OP|Tierno|Blastoise}})
* {{p|Sceptile}} ({{OP|Sawyer|Sceptile}})
* {{p|Lucario}} ({{OP|Korrina|Lucario}}; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Lucario]])
* {{p|Garchomp}} ([[Professor Sycamore]]'s; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Garchomp]])
* {{p|Charizard}} ({{OP|Alain|Charizard}}; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Charizard X]])
* {{p|Chespin}} ([[Mairin]]'s; Chespie)
* {{p|Blaziken}} ([[Meyer|Blaziken Mask]]'s; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Blaziken]])
* {{p|Vivillon}} ([[Viola]]'s; Meadow Pattern)
* {{p|Tyrunt}} ([[Grant]]'s)
* {{p|Gogoat}} ([[Ramos]]'s)
* {{p|Spritzee}} ([[Valerie]]'s)
* {{p|Meowstic}} ([[Olympia]]'s; female)
* {{p|Meowstic}} ([[Olympia]]'s; male)
* {{p|Abomasnow}} ([[Wulfric]]'s; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Abomasnow]])
* {{p|Gardevoir}} ([[Diantha]]'s; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Gardevoir]])
* {{p|Houndoom}} ([[Malva]]'s; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Houndoom]])
* {{p|Metagross}} ({{OP|Steven|Metagross}}; {{Shiny}}; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Metagross]])
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core and Complete Forme}}; [[Squishy]])
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core and Complete Forme}}; {{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Z2}})
* {{p|Farfetch'd}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Doduo}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Furret}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Bellossom}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Jumpluff}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Azurill}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Skitty}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Roselia}} (Trainer's)

===Other===
* [[Clembot]]
* Megalith {{p|Zygarde}}

==Trivia==

* [[Meowth's Ballad]] is used at the [[List of Japanese ending themes|ending theme]] for this episode.
* This marks the first time in the main series that a character is killed off on-screen, with Lysandre being visibly engulfed by Complete Zygarde's {{m|Core Enforcer}}.
* In this episode, a version of [[Puni-chan's Song]] is used when [[Squishy]] says goodbye.
===Errors===
===Dub edits===

==In other languages==

{{-}}
{{stub|Anime|Episode}}

{{EpicodePrevNext|
prevcode=XY135 |

nextcode=XY137 |

series=XY series |
colorscheme=XYZ}}
{{Project Anime notice}}

[[Category:XY series episodes|136]]
[[Category:Episodes focusing on Team Flare|935]]
[[Category:Episodes in which a Legendary Pokémon appears|935]]
[[Category:Episodes in which a Champion appears|935]]
[[Category:Episodes written by Atsuhiro Tomioka|935]]
[[Category:Episodes storyboarded and directed by Yūji Asada|935]]
[[Category:Episodes storyboarded by Yūji Asada|935]]
[[Category:Episodes directed by Yūji Asada|935]]
[[Category:Episodes animated by Masaaki Iwane|935]]
[[Category:Episodes in which an alternately colored Pokémon appears|935]]

[[de:Hangeki no Zygarde! Kalos Saishū Kessen!!]]
[[fr:XY136]]
[[it:XY135]]
[[ja:XY編第136話]]
[[zh:XY135]]

XY136

2016-09-15T21:04:51Z

Kichu200211: /* Trivia */

{{undubbed|935}}

{{EpicodePrevNext|
prevcode=XY135 |

nextcode=XY137 |

series=XY series |
colorscheme=XYZ}}
{{EpisodeInfobox|
epcode=XY136 |
altepcode=EP935 |
colorscheme=XYZ |
title_en= |
title_ja=反撃のジガルデ！カロス最終決戦！！ |
title_ja_trans=The Zygarde Counterattack! The Final Decisive Battle of Kalos!! |
broadcast_jp=September 15, 2016 |
broadcast_us= |
en_op= |
ja_op={{so|XY&Z}} |
ja_ed= |
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storyboard=浅田裕二 |
directorn=1 |
director=浅田裕二 |
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art=岩根雅明 |
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footnotes=*{{filb-eppics|xyz|043}}
* {{BMGf|217700|Preview thread on BMGf}} ''Closed''
* {{BMGf|218407|Original review thread on BMGf}}

}}
(Japanese: '''反撃のジガルデ！カロス最終決戦！！''' ''The Zygarde Counterattack! The Final Decisive Battle of Kalos!!'') is the 136th episode of the {{series|XY}}, and the 935th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on September 15, 2016 as a one-hour special alongside [[XY135]].
{{spoilers}}



==Plot==
{{incomplete plot}}


==Major events==

* {{Ash}} and [[Alain]] rescue {{DL|Mairin|Chespie}} from the Megalith {{p|Zygarde}}, temporarily stopping it.
* [[Lysandre]] is revealed to be alive, and gains control of the Megalith Zygarde.
* {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} discover that Blaziken Mask is [[Meyer]].
* [[Squishy]] and {{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Z2}} combine into {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Complete Forme}} in order to battle the Megalith Zygarde.
* [[Squishy]] is revealed to know {{m|Core Enforcer}}.
* The Megalith Zygarde is destroyed with Lysandre consumed in the explosion, resulting in [[Team Flare]]'s ultimate defeat and disbandment.
* Chespie wakes up from its coma.
* Squishy leaves Bonnie.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===

* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Serena}}
* {{an|Clemont}}
* {{an|Bonnie}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Nurse Joy]]
* [[Officer Jenny]]
* [[Professor Sycamore]]
* [[Meyer|Meyer/Blaziken Mask]]
* [[Alain]]
* [[Mairin]]
* [[Sawyer]]
* {{an|Tierno}}
* {{an|Trevor}}
* {{an|Shauna}}
* [[Lysandre]]
* [[Viola]]
* [[Grant]]
* [[Korrina]]
* [[Ramos]]
* [[Valerie]]
* [[Olympia]]
* [[Wulfric]]
* [[Diantha]]
* [[Malva]]
* [[Steven Stone]]
* Trainers

===Pokémon===


* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Dedenne}} ({{OP|Clemont|Dedenne}})
* {{p|Greninja}} ({{OP|Ash|Greninja}}; Ash-Greninja)
* {{p|Bunnelby}} ({{OP|Clemont|Bunnelby}})
* {{p|Chespin}} ({{OP|Clemont|Chespin}})
* {{p|Luxray}} ({{OP|Clemont|Luxray}})
* {{p|Braixen}} ({{OP|Serena|Braixen}})
* {{p|Pancham}} ({{OP|Serena|Pancham}})
* {{p|Sylveon}} ({{OP|Serena|Sylveon}})
* {{p|Gourgeist}} ({{OP|Jessie|Gourgeist}})
* {{p|Inkay}} ({{OP|James|Inkay}})
* {{p|Wigglytuff}} ({{OP|Nurse Joy|Wigglytuff}})
* {{p|Ivysaur}} ({{OP|Shauna|Ivysaur}})
* {{p|Charizard}} ({{OP|Trevor|Charizard}})
* {{p|Blastoise}} ({{OP|Tierno|Blastoise}})
* {{p|Sceptile}} ({{OP|Sawyer|Sceptile}})
* {{p|Lucario}} ({{OP|Korrina|Lucario}}; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Lucario]])
* {{p|Garchomp}} ([[Professor Sycamore]]'s; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Garchomp]])
* {{p|Charizard}} ({{OP|Alain|Charizard}}; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Charizard X]])
* {{p|Chespin}} ([[Mairin]]'s; Chespie)
* {{p|Blaziken}} ([[Meyer|Blaziken Mask]]'s; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Blaziken]])
* {{p|Vivillon}} ([[Viola]]'s; Meadow Pattern)
* {{p|Tyrunt}} ([[Grant]]'s)
* {{p|Gogoat}} ([[Ramos]]'s)
* {{p|Spritzee}} ([[Valerie]]'s)
* {{p|Meowstic}} ([[Olympia]]'s; female)
* {{p|Meowstic}} ([[Olympia]]'s; male)
* {{p|Abomasnow}} ([[Wulfric]]'s; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Abomasnow]])
* {{p|Gardevoir}} ([[Diantha]]'s; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Gardevoir]])
* {{p|Houndoom}} ([[Malva]]'s; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Houndoom]])
* {{p|Metagross}} ({{OP|Steven|Metagross}}; {{Shiny}}; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Metagross]])
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core and Complete Forme}}; [[Squishy]])
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core and Complete Forme}}; {{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Z2}})
* {{p|Farfetch'd}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Doduo}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Furret}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Bellossom}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Jumpluff}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Azurill}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Skitty}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Roselia}} (Trainer's)

===Other===
* [[Clembot]]
* Megalith {{p|Zygarde}}

==Trivia==

* [[Meowth's Ballad]] is used at the [[List of Japanese ending themes|ending theme]] for this episode.
* This marks the first time in the main series that a character is killed off on-screen, with Lysandre being visibly engulfed by Complete Zygarde's {{m|Core Enforcer}}.
* In this episode, a version of [[Squisy's Song]] is used when [[Squishy]] says goodbye.
===Errors===
===Dub edits===

==In other languages==

{{-}}
{{stub|Anime|Episode}}

{{EpicodePrevNext|
prevcode=XY135 |

nextcode=XY137 |

series=XY series |
colorscheme=XYZ}}
{{Project Anime notice}}

[[Category:XY series episodes|136]]
[[Category:Episodes focusing on Team Flare|935]]
[[Category:Episodes in which a Legendary Pokémon appears|935]]
[[Category:Episodes in which a Champion appears|935]]
[[Category:Episodes written by Atsuhiro Tomioka|935]]
[[Category:Episodes storyboarded and directed by Yūji Asada|935]]
[[Category:Episodes storyboarded by Yūji Asada|935]]
[[Category:Episodes directed by Yūji Asada|935]]
[[Category:Episodes animated by Masaaki Iwane|935]]
[[Category:Episodes in which an alternately colored Pokémon appears|935]]

[[de:Hangeki no Zygarde! Kalos Saishū Kessen!!]]
[[fr:XY136]]
[[it:XY135]]
[[ja:XY編第136話]]
[[zh:XY135]]

Lily of the Valley Conference

2016-08-01T20:26:52Z

Kichu200211: /* Trivia */

[[image:Lily of the Valley Stadium.png|250px|thumb|The setting for the competition]]
The '''Lily of the Valley Conference''' (Japanese: '''スズラン大会''' ''Suzuran Conference'') is the [[Sinnoh League]] general [[Pokémon League Conference|championship competition]].

The conference is held annually on [[Lily of the Valley Island]]. Competing {{pkmn|Trainer}}s are housed in hotels in small villages similar to previous leagues. The conference took place from ''[[DP182|An Old Family Blend!]]'' to ''[[DP189|The Semi-Final Frontier!]]'' in the [[Pokémon anime|anime]].

{{Spoilers}}

==Competition==
===Opening ceremonies===
Although they aren't shown in full detail, the opening ceremonies include a fireworks show and the lighting of the league torch.

===Rounds===
[[File:Sinnoh League Scoreboard.png|thumb|250px|The scoreboard for the Full Battles]]
====Screening rounds====
Although not shown, it is assumed that there are some sort of screening rounds as there were many Trainers seen registering for the competition in ''[[DP182|An Old Family Blend!]]'', but not seen in the actual battle round match-ups shown later in the episode, an example being [[Jeffrey]].

====Preliminary rounds====
The Top 64 Trainers preceded onto the actual tournament. The first three rounds feature three-on-three matches. The first two rounds are held in the three small arenas of the venue, while the Top 16 matches are held in the main arena. The battles take place on either a Rock, Grass, Water, or Ice field. When all three {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} are [[Fainting|unable to battle]], the Trainer is knocked out of the tournament.

====Final rounds====
After shuffling the match-ups, the Top 8 Trainers then compete in the center arena in a series of [[Full Battle]]s. When either Trainer has lost their six Pokémon, they are knocked out of the tournament. Beginning in this league, breaks were not given out to any of the Trainers whose three Pokémon were knocked out.

===Closing ceremonies===
Although they aren't shown in full detail, the closing ceremonies include a fireworks show, the league torch being extinguished, and [[Charles Goodshow|Mr. Goodshow]] and [[Cynthia]] presenting the winner with a trophy.

==Known contestants==
[[File:Tobias Winning.png|250px|thumb|Tobias, the winner, with the Lily of the Valley Championship Trophy]]

{| class="roundy" style="float:left; text-align:center; background: #{{sinnoh color dark}}; border: 3px solid #{{sinnoh color}}; width: 30%;"
|-
! style="background:#{{sinnoh color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | {{color2|{{sinnoh color dark}}|Pokémon Trainer|Trainer}}
! style="background:#{{sinnoh color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | {{color|{{sinnoh color dark}}|Place}}
|- style="background:#fff"
| {{si|Tobias}}
| [[DP189|Winner]]
|- style="background:#fff"
| {{Ash}}
| [[DP189|Top 4]]
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[Paul]]
| [[DP188|Top 8]]
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[Conway]]
| [[DP185|Top 16]]
|- style="background:#fff"
| {{an|Barry}}
| [[DP184|Top 16]]
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[Nando]]
| [[DP183|Top 64]]
|-
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybl|5px}}" | [[Jeffrey]]
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybr|5px}}" | [[DP182|{{tt|N/A|This Trainer was seen registering for the Conference but wasn't among the 64 Trainers shown on the match-ups screen}}]]
|}{{-}}

====Other participants====
Trainers here participated in the conference before the conference Ash entered.

*{{EF|Flint}}

==Trivia==
* It was shown multiple times that the use of {{pkmn2|Legendary}} and [[Mythical Pokémon]] is allowed in this tournament, which may be a reference to the change in rules in the [[2010 World Championships|2010 Video Game World Championships]]. However, the real-life championship's rules does not allow Mythical Pokémon, meaning that Tobias's {{p|Darkrai}} would not be permitted.
* This is the only conference so far in which {{Ash}} does not befriend a new rival shortly before the tournament.
* This is the final conference to date in which [[Mr. Goodshow]] appears.
* This League is where Ash made it the farthest, the Semi-Finals, until the [[Lumiouse Conference]] in which he made it to the finals.

==See also==
* [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]]
{{League}} 
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[[Category:Pokémon competitions]]
[[Category:Regional Pokémon Leagues]]

[[it:Lega del Giglio della Valle]]

[[de:Sinnoh-Liga]]
[[fr:Conférence de l'Île du Lys dans la Vallée]]
[[ja:シンオウリーグ・スズラン大会]]
[[pl:Konwaliowa Konferencja]]
[[zh:铃兰大会]]

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}}
(Japanese: '''カロスリーグ開幕！メガリザードン対決・X対Y！！''' ''The Kalos League Begins! The Mega {{tt|Lizardon|Charizard}} Showdown: X VS Y!!'') is the 125th episode of the {{series|XY}}, and the 924th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on June 30, 2016.
{{spoilers}}



==Plot==
The participating Trainers inaugurate the [[Lumiose Conference]]. Ash and gang arrive in [[Lumiose City]], and it's finally time for the biggest showdown. Familiar faces are spotted, such as [[Alain]], {{an|Trevor}}, {{an|Tierno}}, and [[Sawyer]]. In a surprise interview from [[Malva]], {{Ash}} states why he is there: to be the very best, and reach the apex of his pursuit of power, as a Pokémon Trainer.

However, a red-head Trainer with a Kabuki Trim {{p|Furfrou}} is spotted who gives a disrespectful sneer to Ash's optimism, and challenges him to a battle, skeptical of his capabilities. Being carried away by his enthusiasm, Ash almost accepts the challenge, but he is immediately held back by Serena, who admonishes him for not being prudent and not worrying about arriving late. However, they exchange pep talks with fellow competitors like Tierno and Alain. The next day, the grand ceremony is unfurled. Champion Diantha delivers an encouraging speech, and towards the end, fireworks are displayed.

The computer had randomly matched up 64 Trainers against each other the previous day, and Ash is to face a Trainer named {{OBP|Tomo|XY125}}, while Alain and Trevor are pitted against each other. The matches commence accordingly, with the first battle being that of Alain and Trevor.

Both the Trainers send out their Charizard. Trevor opens with Fire Spin, which is evaded by Alain's Charizard. Alain retaliates with Flamethrower, which Trevor counters with Dragon Claw. Trevor Mega Evolves his Charizard into Mega Charizard Y. Its first attack is again skillfully dodged by Alain's Charizard. Alain then decides to Mega Evolve his own Charizard into Mega Charizard X. Mega Charizard X completely outmatches Trevor's Mega Charizard Y as well as his Aerodactyl and Florges afterwards, and Alain cuts short Trevor's League challenge. The spectators are awestruck by Alain's performance.

Meanwhile, Ash reaches the pathway that leads to the stadium, having been summoned for his match against Tomo, but he is intercepted by Takeru, the red-headed Furfrou Trainer, who immediately challenges him to a battle in exchange for letting him pass. Provided with no other choice, Ash agrees, and pits his {{AP|Pikachu}} against Takeru's Furfrou. After exchanging a flurry of destructive attacks, Pikachu emerges victorious, and Takeru sags down to his knees, sobbing uncontrollably. He tells Ash to win his League challenge, and Ash nods affirmatively.

The battle with Takeru has made Ash extremely late and the referee is just about to declare a walk-over victory for Tomo, but Ash appears in the nick of time and the battle is begun. Ash chooses {{AP|Greninja}} while Tomo sends out Altaria. Greninja takes a powerful {{m|Dragon Pulse}} from Altaria with ease. Ash and Greninja then combine into their Ash-Greninja form. Ash-Greninja adeptly evades a barrage of Draco Meteors from Altaria and delivers an extremely powerful Water Shuriken knocking out Altaria on impact.

As the sun sets on the preliminary rounds, it is revealed that Ash, Tierno, and Sawyer all made it through the first round. The second round matchups pit Sawyer against Tierno and Ash against Astrid.

==Major events==

* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} arrive back in [[Lumiose City]] and meet up with {{an|Tierno}}, {{an|Trevor}}, [[Sawyer]], and [[Alain]] again.
* Ash and his friends meet [[Malva]] for the first time.
* Ash, Tierno, Trevor, Sawyer, Alain, [[Astrid]], and [[Remo]] all enter the [[Lumiose Conference]].
* Alain briefly reunites with [[Professor Sycamore]].
* Trevor's {{p|Charmeleon}} is revealed to have [[Evolution|evolved]] into {{p|Charizard}}.
* Trevor is revealed to have obtained a [[Key Stone]], a {{DL|Mega Stone|Charizardite Y}}, an {{p|Aerodactyl}}, and a {{p|Florges}}.
* Trevor and Alain battle each other in the first round and Alain wins, advancing to the next round.
* Ash battles {{OBP|Tomo|XY125}} in the first round and wins, advancing to the next round.
* Tierno, Sawyer, Astrid, and Remo defeat their opponents and advance to the next round.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Humans====
=====Main series debuts=====
* [[Astrid]]
* [[Remo]]

====Pokémon debuts====
* {{p|Florges}} (White Flower)

=====Main series debuts=====
* {{me|Charizard}} [[Mega Evolution|Y]]

==Characters==
===Humans===
[[File:Pokémon Quiz XY125.png|thumb|200px|Pokémon Quiz]]
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Serena}}
* {{an|Clemont}}
* {{an|Bonnie}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Viola]] (fantasy)
* [[Grant]] (fantasy)
* [[Korrina]] (fantasy)
* [[Ramos]] (fantasy)
* [[Valerie]] (fantasy)
* [[Olympia]] (fantasy)
* [[Wulfric]] (fantasy)
* [[Professor Sycamore]]
* [[Alain]]
* {{an|Tierno}}
* {{an|Trevor}}
* [[Sawyer]]
* [[Diantha]]
* [[Malva]]
* [[Remo]]
* [[Astrid]]
* [[Takeru]]
* {{OBP|Tomo|XY125}}
* Trainers
* Announcer
* Referee

===Pokémon===


[[Pokémon Quiz]]: {{p|Furfrou}} (Kabuki Trim) ''(Japan)''
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Dedenne}} ({{OP|Clemont|Dedenne}})
* {{p|Greninja}} ({{OP|Ash|Greninja}}; Ash-Greninja)
* {{p|Charizard}} ({{OP|Alain|Charizard}}; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Charizard X]])
* {{p|Charizard}} ({{an|Trevor}}'s; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Charizard Y]])
* {{p|Aerodactyl}} ({{an|Trevor}}'s)
* {{p|Florges}} ({{an|Trevor}}'s; {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Flabébé, Floette, and Florges|White Flower}})
* {{p|Altaria}} ({{OBP|Tomo|XY125}}'s)
* {{p|Furfrou}} ([[Takeru]]'s; Kabuki Trim)
* {{p|Furfrou}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Mime Jr.}} (Trainer's; ×2)
* {{p|Smeargle}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Watchog}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Igglybuff}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Sentret}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Glaceon}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Hoppip}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Jigglypuff}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Oddish}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Cubchoo}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Pachirisu}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Fletchling}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Leafeon}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Swinub}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Scraggy}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Poliwag}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Fletchling}} ([[Pokémon League]]'s; multiple)
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core}}; [[Squishy]])

==Trivia==
[[File:Title Card XY Ash V2.png|200px|thumb|The title card segment focuses on Ash for this episode]]
* [[Poké TV]]: "Kalos League News" focusing on the competitors in the [[Lumiose Conference]], as well as [[Diantha]].
* This episode begins the Lumiose Conference arc.
* A remix of {{so|XY&Z}} is used as an insert song when [[Ash's Greninja]] turns into its Ash-Greninja form.
* {{Ash}}, [[Sawyer]], and {{an|Tierno}} narrate the preview for the [[XY126|next episode]].
* Two of the Trainers in the Lumiose Conference are also two of the participants in the [[Pokémon Summer Camp]].

===Errors===
* In the long shot of the two [[Mega Evolution|Mega Charizard]], the tips of Mega Charizard X's wings are blue instead of black.
* During Ash's battle in the hallway, the grey color on Ash's left sneaker is larger than normal and the area at the front is red instead of white.
* In the split second it is on screen before showing Alain as the winner, the scoreboard at the end of the battle incorrectly shows him having used {{p|Blastoise}} and {{p|Ludicolo}} (both of which display as having been knocked out).
* Like in ''[[XY075|Rivals: Today and Tomorrow!]]'' and ''[[XY106|A Meeting of Two Journeys!]]'', when Ash holds up {{AP|Greninja}}'s [[Poké Ball]] the white center and black band around the white button is much larger than normal.
* In between the transformation of Ash-Greninja, Greninja is shown to have the pulse meter on its wrist which wasn't shown in between the battle earlier.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==

{{-}}

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* {{BMGf|216322|Preview thread on BMGf}} ''Closed''
* {{BMGf|216935|Original review thread on BMGf}}

}}
(Japanese: '''カロスリーグ開幕！メガリザードン対決・X対Y！！''' ''The Kalos League Begins! The Mega {{tt|Lizardon|Charizard}} Showdown: X VS Y!!'') is the 125th episode of the {{series|XY}}, and the 924th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on June 30, 2016.
{{spoilers}}



==Plot==
The participating Trainers inaugurate the [[Lumiose Conference]]. Ash and gang arrive in [[Lumiose City]], and it's finally time for the biggest showdown. Familiar faces are spotted, such as [[Alain]], {{an|Trevor}}, {{an|Tierno}}, and [[Sawyer]]. In a surprise interview from [[Malva]], {{Ash}} states why he is there: to be the very best, and reach the apex of his pursuit of power, as a Pokémon Trainer.

However, a red-head Trainer with a Kabuki Trim {{p|Furfrou}} is spotted who gives a disrespectful sneer to Ash's optimism, and challenges him to a battle, skeptical of his capabilities. Being carried away by his enthusiasm, Ash almost accepts the challenge, but he is immediately held back by Serena, who admonishes him for not being prudent and not worrying about arriving late. However, they exchange pep talks with fellow competitors like Tierno and Alain. The next day, the grand ceremony is unfurled. Champion Diantha delivers an encouraging speech, and towards the end, fireworks are displayed.

The computer had randomly matched up 64 Trainers against each other the previous day, and Ash is to face a Trainer named {{OBP|Tomo|XY125}}, while Alain and Trevor are pitted against each other. The matches commence accordingly, with the first battle being that of Alain and Trevor.

Both the Trainers send out their Charizard. Trevor opens with Fire Spin, which is evaded by Alain's Charizard. Alain retaliates with Flamethrower, which Trevor counters with Dragon Claw. Trevor Mega Evolves his Charizard into Mega Charizard Y. Its first attack is again skillfully dodged by Alain's Charizard. Alain then decides to Mega Evolve his own Charizard into Mega Charizard X. Mega Charizard X completely outmatches Trevor's Mega Charizard Y as well as his Aerodactyl and Florges afterwards, and Alain cuts short Trevor's League challenge. The spectators are awestruck by Alain's performance.

Meanwhile, Ash reaches the pathway that leads to the stadium, having been summoned for his match against Tomo, but he is intercepted by Takeru, the red-headed Furfrou Trainer, who immediately challenges him to a battle in exchange for letting him pass. Provided with no other choice, Ash agrees, and pits his {{AP|Pikachu}} against Takeru's Furfrou. After exchanging a flurry of destructive attacks, Pikachu emerges victorious, and Takeru sags down to his knees, sobbing uncontrollably. He tells Ash to win his League challenge, and Ash nods affirmatively.

The battle with Takeru has made Ash extremely late and the referee is just about to declare a walk-over victory for Tomo, but Ash appears in the nick of time and the battle is begun. Ash chooses {{AP|Greninja}} while Tomo sends out Altaria. Greninja takes a powerful {{m|Dragon Pulse}} from Altaria with ease. Ash and Greninja then combine into their Ash-Greninja form. Ash-Greninja adeptly evades a barrage of Draco Meteors from Altaria and delivers a flurry of Water Shurikens, ultimately overpowering Altaria.

As the sun sets on the preliminary rounds, it is revealed that Ash, Tierno, and Sawyer all made it through the first round. The second round matchups pit Sawyer against Tierno and Ash against Astrid.

==Major events==

* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} arrive back in [[Lumiose City]] and meet up with {{an|Tierno}}, {{an|Trevor}}, [[Sawyer]], and [[Alain]] again.
* Ash and his friends meet [[Malva]] for the first time.
* Ash, Tierno, Trevor, Sawyer, Alain, [[Astrid]], and [[Remo]] all enter the [[Lumiose Conference]].
* Alain briefly reunites with [[Professor Sycamore]].
* Trevor's {{p|Charmeleon}} is revealed to have [[Evolution|evolved]] into {{p|Charizard}}.
* Trevor is revealed to have obtained a [[Key Stone]], a {{DL|Mega Stone|Charizardite Y}}, an {{p|Aerodactyl}}, and a {{p|Florges}}.
* Trevor and Alain battle each other in the first round and Alain wins, advancing to the next round.
* Ash battles {{OBP|Tomo|XY125}} in the first round and wins, advancing to the next round.
* Tierno, Sawyer, Astrid, and Remo defeat their opponents and advance to the next round.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Humans====
=====Main series debuts=====
* [[Astrid]]
* [[Remo]]

====Pokémon debuts====
* {{p|Florges}} (White Flower)

=====Main series debuts=====
* {{me|Charizard}} [[Mega Evolution|Y]]

==Characters==
===Humans===
[[File:Pokémon Quiz XY125.png|thumb|200px|Pokémon Quiz]]
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Serena}}
* {{an|Clemont}}
* {{an|Bonnie}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Viola]] (fantasy)
* [[Grant]] (fantasy)
* [[Korrina]] (fantasy)
* [[Ramos]] (fantasy)
* [[Valerie]] (fantasy)
* [[Olympia]] (fantasy)
* [[Wulfric]] (fantasy)
* [[Professor Sycamore]]
* [[Alain]]
* {{an|Tierno}}
* {{an|Trevor}}
* [[Sawyer]]
* [[Diantha]]
* [[Malva]]
* [[Remo]]
* [[Astrid]]
* [[Takeru]]
* {{OBP|Tomo|XY125}}
* Trainers
* Announcer
* Referee

===Pokémon===


[[Pokémon Quiz]]: {{p|Furfrou}} (Kabuki Trim) ''(Japan)''
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Dedenne}} ({{OP|Clemont|Dedenne}})
* {{p|Greninja}} ({{OP|Ash|Greninja}}; Ash-Greninja)
* {{p|Charizard}} ({{OP|Alain|Charizard}}; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Charizard X]])
* {{p|Charizard}} ({{an|Trevor}}'s; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Charizard Y]])
* {{p|Aerodactyl}} ({{an|Trevor}}'s)
* {{p|Florges}} ({{an|Trevor}}'s; {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Flabébé, Floette, and Florges|White Flower}})
* {{p|Altaria}} ({{OBP|Tomo|XY125}}'s)
* {{p|Furfrou}} ([[Takeru]]'s; Kabuki Trim)
* {{p|Furfrou}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Mime Jr.}} (Trainer's; ×2)
* {{p|Smeargle}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Watchog}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Igglybuff}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Sentret}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Glaceon}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Hoppip}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Jigglypuff}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Oddish}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Cubchoo}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Pachirisu}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Fletchling}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Leafeon}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Swinub}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Scraggy}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Poliwag}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Fletchling}} ([[Pokémon League]]'s; multiple)
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core}}; [[Squishy]])

==Trivia==
[[File:Title Card XY Ash V2.png|200px|thumb|The title card segment focuses on Ash for this episode]]
* [[Poké TV]]: "Kalos League News" focusing on the competitors in the [[Lumiose Conference]], as well as [[Diantha]].
* This episode begins the Lumiose Conference arc.
* A remix of {{so|XY&Z}} is used as an insert song when [[Ash's Greninja]] turns into its Ash-Greninja form.
* {{Ash}}, [[Sawyer]], and {{an|Tierno}} narrate the preview for the [[XY126|next episode]].
* Two of the Trainers in the Lumiose Conference are also two of the participants in the [[Pokémon Summer Camp]].

===Errors===
* In the long shot of the two [[Mega Evolution|Mega Charizard]], the tips of Mega Charizard X's wings are blue instead of black.
* During Ash's battle in the hallway, the grey color on Ash's left sneaker is larger than normal and the area at the front is red instead of white.
* In the split second it is on screen before showing Alain as the winner, the scoreboard at the end of the battle incorrectly shows him having used {{p|Blastoise}} and {{p|Ludicolo}} (both of which display as having been knocked out).
* Like in ''[[XY075|Rivals: Today and Tomorrow!]]'' and ''[[XY106|A Meeting of Two Journeys!]]'', when Ash holds up {{AP|Greninja}}'s [[Poké Ball]] the white center and black band around the white button is much larger than normal.
* In between the transformation of Ash-Greninja, Greninja is shown to have the pulse meter on its wrist which wasn't shown in between the battle earlier.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==

{{-}}

{{EpicodePrevNext|
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nextcode=XY126 |

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colorscheme=XYZ}}
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[[Category:Episodes focusing on Ash|924]]
[[Category:Episodes focusing on Alain|924]]
[[Category:Episodes focusing on Trevor|924]]
[[Category:Episodes in which a Legendary Pokémon appears|924]]
[[Category:Pokémon League episodes|924]]
[[Category:Episodes featuring Elite Four members|924]]
[[Category:Episodes in which a Champion appears|924]]
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[[Category:Episodes directed by Ryo Nakano|924]]
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[[de:Kalos League Kaimaku! Mega Lizardon Taiketsu X tai Y!!]]
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title_en= |
title_ja=準決勝フルバトル！サトシ対ショータ！！ |
title_ja_trans=The Semifinal Full Battle! Satoshi VS Shōta!! |
broadcast_jp=July 21, 2016 |
broadcast_us= |
en_op= |
ja_op={{so|XY&Z}} |
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* {{BMGf|216788|Preview thread on BMGf}} 


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(Japanese: '''準決勝フルバトル！サトシ対ショータ！！''' ''The Semifinal Full Battle! {{tt|Satoshi|Ash}} VS {{tt|Shōta|Sawyer}}!!'') is the 127th episode of the {{series|XY}}, and the 926th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It is scheduled to air in Japan on July 21, 2016.
{{spoilers}}



==Plot==



==Major events==





===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====


==Characters==
===Humans===

* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Serena}}
* {{an|Clemont}}
* {{an|Bonnie}}




* [[Sawyer]]

===Pokémon===


* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})


* {{p|Dedenne}} ({{OP|Clemont|Dedenne}})
















* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core}}; [[Squishy]])

==Trivia==


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

==In other languages==

{{-}}
{{stub|Anime|Episode}}

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nextcode=XY128 |

series=XY series |
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{{Project Anime notice}}
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[[Category:Episodes focusing on Ash|926]]
[[Category:Episodes focusing on Sawyer|926]]
[[Category:Episodes in which a Legendary Pokémon appears|926]]
[[Category:Pokémon League episodes|926]]


[[fr:XY127]]
[[it:XY126]]
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{{EpicodePrevNext|
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prevtitle=Gaining Groudon |
nextcode=AG099 |
nexttitle=It's Still Rocket Roll to Me! |
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'''The Scuffle of Legends''' (Japanese: '''グラードンＶＳカイオーガ！（後編）''' ''Groudon VS Kyogre! (Part 2)'') is the 98th episode of the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, and the 372nd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It was first broadcast in Japan on October 14, 2004 and in the United States on October 22, 2005.

{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

Team Magma and Team Aqua continue to fight on Monsu Island. The Red Orb, which can control Kyogre, is currently held by the Team Aqua Leader Archie. Archie merges with the orb and now crazed as a result, orders Kyogre to sink the island.

Everyone tries to flee into the ruins on the island, while Lance challenges Kyogre with his Dragonite. Dragonite's Hyper Beam is not strong enough to stop the ancient Pokémon.

Team Rocket still wants to steal Groudon, restrained inside the Team Aqua base. Instead, they are attacked by a possessed Pikachu, who awakens Groudon. The giant Ground-type leaves the base and begins a massive battle with Kyogre, but the two are evenly matched.

The kids find a way to distract Kyogre, which gives Groudon the opportunity to defeat the Water-type. The orbs leave the bodies of Archie and Pikachu, floating up in the air until they merge and then disintegrate. Archie and Pikachu both come back to their senses, while the two Legendary Pokémon retreat back into their ancient slumber.

==Plot==
The episode opens with a recap of the previous episode’s events. After that, it’s back to the [[Team Magma]] vs [[Team Aqua]] confrontation from the last episode. We see the ocean beginning to get violent, and [[Shelly]] informs [[Archie]] that {{p|Kyogre}} is free from captivity. Archie summons Kyogre with the {{DL|Colored orbs|Red Orb}}. Team Magma begins to protest, so Shelly orders Team Aqua to bring out their Pokémon to protect Archie. They send out their {{p|Walrein}}, and Team Magma sends out their {{p|Mightyena}}. As the Pokémon battle it out, Archie makes his escape in some kind of mini-helicopter. [[Tabitha]] advises [[Maxie]] that they have to stop Archie. Tabitha then barks an order to the still-disguised [[Lance]], who hurries off. Just then, {{an|Brock}}, {{an|May}}, and [[Max]] arrive, stopping far enough away and behind some bushes so as not to be seen. They comment with surprise that both teams are present.

Meanwhile, {{TRT}} is cowering in fear on a rocky ledge at the shore. From his mini-copter, Archie holds up the orb and summons Kyogre, who appears amid a thunderstorm and a raging ocean. Archie then taunts Maxie about how he will conquer the world. He then states that he intends to drown the island under the ocean. Maxie protests (with seemingly genuine concern) that doing so will put people on the island in danger, including members of Team Aqua. However Archie replies that he doesn't care. Shelly and the rest of Team Aqua become shocked at their leader's willingness to sacrifice their lives. They then start to worry about what will happen. Lance, who is standing next to Maxie, removes his hood and calls up to Archie, warning him to stop before anything worse happens, but Archie ignores him. As Kyogre is wreaking havoc out on the water in response to Archie’s commands, Shelly tells the rest of Team Aqua to recall their Pokémon for their own safety. Tabitha tells Team Magma to do the same. Lance now informs Maxie that Kyogre and {{p|Groudon}} are about to fight, and explains the world-shaking consequences of such a conflict, as Archie laughs maniacally from his mini-chopper. Kyogre’s disturbance causes a tremor that makes the downed Magma helicopter to shift, throwing {{Ash}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} around. The same tremor throws Lance and Maxie to the ground. Inside, Pikachu awakens, and its body is taken over by the orb again. It goes insane again, and one of its attacks causes a small hole that’s just big enough for it to leap through. It does so and runs off.

Brock and the others, meanwhile, are searching for Ash near the Magma chopper, when they meet up with Lance. They’re happy to see each other, and Lance removes his Magma disguise completely, as it’s no longer needed. They happen to be standing outside what apparently is the hole Pikachu made, and Ash hears them from inside. Ash tells them what happened with Pikachu. They notice something behind them, and Max exclaims that there’s a giant tsunami coming! Lance tells Ash to back away from the hole, and he then sends out his Dragonite, who uses its {{m|Dragon Claw}} to make the hole large enough for Ash to get out.

Meanwhile, Team Rocket is still on the shore, cowering in fear at the storm. As they sit there, Team Aqua’s sub suddenly washes up on shore along with Kyogre's tsunami, nearly crushing them! Back at the helicopter, Ash is now free, so it’s time to find Pikachu. Ash thanks Lance, and they split up. Lance rides off on Dragonite to look from the air, and Ash and {{ashfr}} run off in another direction.

The scene then changes to Team Aqua. Shelly is worried about Archie, and she tells the rest of the team to leave because they’re all in danger. Flying in his mini-chopper above Kyogre, Archie is basking in his power. Riding {{TP|Lance|Dragonite}}, Lance approaches Archie and calls for him to stop. Archie responds by ordering Kyogre to attack. It fires a {{m|Hydro Pump}} at Lance and Dragonite, which Dragonite is able to dodge. Lance calls for his nearby Red Gyarados to use {{m|Hyper Beam}}, and Archie tells Kyogre to do the same. The beams collide, and it ends in a stalemate. Archie just laughs, proclaiming that the world is his now. Suddenly, the Red Orb he’s holding absorbs into his hand, in the same way the {{DL|Colored orbs|Blue Orb}} did with Pikachu! Archie screams, then laughs insanely as the orb’s throbbing markings appear on his chest.

Back on land, Team Rocket discuss their situation and examine Team Aqua’s sub. When they confirm through an on board computer that Groudon is in the large metal box at the top, Meowth launches into a storybook-style fantasy about what they’d do with Groudon and Kyogre. Suddenly, a lightning bolt out of nowhere shocks Team Rocket — it’s the possessed Pikachu! Jessie comments on how strange it looks. Ash and his friends run towards Pikachu, but it leaps off the ledge it was on and lands on top of the metal box containing Groudon. Maxie and Tabitha arrive at the sub in time to see Pikachu channel the lightning from the storm into itself and amplify its power. James whips out a bazooka and aims it at Pikachu, but it quickly shocks them and sends them blasting off. Pikachu is still calling on the lightning, and everyone else can do nothing but watch. Then, the biggest lightning bolt yet comes crashing down towards Pikachu and the box, sending enough of a shock through the containment system to awaken Groudon! Archie and Kyogre watch intently as the lightning creates an explosion and Ash screams out for Pikachu. The volcano on the island erupts as Groudon’s {{a|Drought}} [[Ability]] begins to take effect, bringing an end to the storm. Groudon then comes into full view, and Pikachu lands on its head. Ash and his friends are happy that it’s still alive. Kyogre roars and launches a yet another tsunami, which even bigger than the last one. Groudon has things under control though, as it powers up and launches a {{m|Solar Beam}} at the giant wave, causing it to evaporate. On land, members of both teams comment on how truly powerful Groudon and Kyogre are. Apparently, neither side had realized it would come to this. Still on Dragonite, Lance notices Pikachu on Groudon’s head, and lands next to Ash & co. Lance warns them of the danger and says they should make a run for it. Ash says he won’t leave Pikachu, and his friends agree to stay as well. They also decide that since Pikachu has apparently sided with Groudon, they will too.

Out on the water, Kyogre fires a Hydro Pump at Groudon, and Max exclaims that the attack would do major damage because of Groudon’s {{type|Ground}}. Groudon is safe though, as Pikachu deflects the attack with a super-powered {{m|Thunderbolt}}. The sun’s rays are beginning to energize Groudon now. Lance tells Ash to come with him, and tells Brock and the others to take his Red {{p|Gyarados}} and try to stop Archie. Just as Dragonite carries Ash and Lance out over the water, Kyogre pulls Groudon underwater. Ash screams out for Pikachu, but Lance says to wait. Sure enough, they both resurface. As Kyogre’s Hyper Beam collides with Groudon’s {{m|Mud Shot}}, Brock and May go into action, sending out {{TP|Brock|Mudkip|Marshtomp}} and {{TP|May|Beautifly}}. Their Pokémon attack Archie’s mini-chopper with {{m|Water Gun}} and {{m|Silver Wind}} respectively, causing it to momentarily go out of balance. Archie notices their presence, and he sends Kyogre after them. Max calls for Gyarados to swim away. As they keep Kyogre occupied, Groudon fires a Solar Beam at it. Archie alerts Kyogre, who puts up another giant wave as a shield, but the Solar Beam bursts right through and scores a powerful hit on Kyogre, sending it flying back to land in the water again. Above, we see Archie’s body rejecting the orb, which was apparently caused when Kyogre got hit. The orb emerges from Archie’s body, and Archie faints and falls off his chopper, but Dragonite catches him. The same thing that happened to Archie is also now happening to Pikachu. It yells as the orb removes itself from its body. Pikachu faints as well and falls off Groudon’s head, landing in the water. Ash promptly leaps off Dragonite, diving in after Pikachu. Brock tells Gyarados to go down and save them. Ash catches Pikachu underwater, but Kyogre is approaching them!

The scene then changes to the shore. Lance and Dragonite have landed with Archie. Lance, Dragonite, Tabitha, and Maxie look on as Shelly worriedly tries to get Archie to wake up. He slowly comes around, but seems to have no memory of what happened while he was possessed by the orb.

Presently, Ash and Pikachu emerge from the water, on Kyogre’s back! Gyarados catches up to them, and Ash’s friends ask if he’s all right. Ash tells them that Kyogre had saved him, and then Pikachu wakes up. Ash and Pikachu have a happy reunion. Lance and Dragonite show up next to Ash, and Lance asks if he’d like a ride back to shore. Max then points out the two orbs, rising in the air and circling each other. They combine into one, and then dissipate. Groudon and Kyogre stare at each other briefly, and now that neither of them is linked to an orb, they retreat back to their respective lairs: Groudon into the volcano, and Kyogre to an ocean trench. Lance and the others discuss the day’s events, and Lance says that the two [[legendary Pokémon]] will start a new world, as Ash wonders where they’ll go.

==Major events==
* {{an|May}} and [[Max]] meet [[Lance]] for the first time.
* [[Archie]] loses possession of the {{DL|Colored orbs|Red Orb}} after temporarily bonding with it.
* {{AP|Pikachu}} also loses possession of the {{DL|Colored orbs|Blue Orb}} after it is retrieved from his body.
* The [[Colored orbs|Red and Blue Orbs]] are destroyed.
* {{p|Groudon}} and {{p|Kyogre}} retreat back into their sleeping grounds.
* [[Team Magma]] and [[Team Aqua]] are defeated and their attempts to change the world are ended.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|May}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Max]]
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Lance]]
* [[Maxie]]
* [[Archie]]
* [[Tabitha]]
* [[Shelly]]
* {{tc|Team Magma Grunt}}s
* {{tc|Team Aqua Grunt}}s

===Pokémon===
[[File:PTC AG098.png|thumb|200px|right|Pokémon Trainer's Choice]]
[[Pokémon Trainer's Choice]]: {{p|Feraligatr}}

* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Beautifly}} ({{OP|May|Beautifly}})
* {{p|Mudkip}} ({{OP|Brock|Marshtomp}})
* {{p|Seviper}} ({{OP|Jessie|Seviper}}) (fantasy)
* {{p|Cacnea}} ({{OP|James|Cacnea}}) (fantasy)
* {{p|Mightyena}} ({{tc|Team Magma Grunt|Magma Grunts}}'; multiple)
* {{p|Walrein}} ({{tc|Team Aqua Grunt|Aqua Grunts}}'; multiple)
* {{p|Dragonite}} ({{OP|Lance|Dragonite}})
* {{p|Gyarados}} ([[Red Gyarados|Lance's]])
* {{p|Kyogre}} ({{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Kyogre|anime}})
* {{p|Groudon}} ({{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Groudon|anime}})

==Trivia==
[[File:AG098 Error.png|thumb|200px|right|Dragonite's missing antennae]]
* The dub title is based on the phrase "the stuff of legends."
* This is the last anime episode in which the move {{m|Fissure}} was used before the move was "banned" due to the {{wp|2004 Chūetsu earthquake|controversy}} with [[AG101 (unaired)|a later episode]].
* In the dub, music from ''[[M02|The Power of One]]'', specifically Lugia's theme, is used.

===Errors===
[[File:AG098 Error 2.png|thumb|200px|right|Gyarados' missing scales and discolored whiskers]]
* When {{TRT}} are cowering and hugging on the shore, [[Jessie]]'s lipstick is missing.
* Despite {{a|Drought}} being active, Groudon has to charge up its {{m|Solar Beam}}. Also, even though Groudon's {{m|Fissure}} hits Kyogre cleanly, it does not knock out Kyogre. These may be examples of [[anime physics]].
* When {{p|Groudon}} starts wading through the water, its white spikes are colored red like its skin.
* {{TP|Lance|Dragonite}}'s antennae disappear after Lance frees Ash from Team Magma's helicopter.
* When May, Max, and Brock are first seen riding [[Red Gyarados|Gyarados]] to distract Archie, Gyarados's underbelly scales are missing and its whiskers are red.
* After Kyogre rescues Ash and Pikachu from the bottom of the sea, Ash's mouth unnaturally changes position on his face while he says to Pikachu {{tt|"That's awesome, buddy! You're okay! You're okay!"|Quote from the English dub}}

===Dub edits===
====[[Pokémon Trainer's Choice]]====
* Question: Trainers, which is the final evolution of {{p|Totodile}}?
* Choices: {{p|Scyther}}, {{p|Feraligatr}}, {{p|Gyarados}}
* Answer: OK, Trainers! If you chose {{p|Feraligatr}}, you were right!

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(Japanese: '''メガジュカイン対ライチュウ！経験値いただきます！！''' ''Mega {{tt|Jukain|Sceptile}} VS Raichu! I Received Some Experience Points!!'') is the 126th episode of the {{series|XY}}, and the 925th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It is scheduled to air in Japan on July 7, 2016.
{{spoilers}}



==Plot==



==Major events==




===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

=====Main series debuts=====
* {{me|Sceptile}}

==Characters==
===Humans===

* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Serena}}
* {{an|Clemont}}
* {{an|Bonnie}}








* [[Sawyer]]



===Pokémon===


* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})


* {{p|Dedenne}} ({{OP|Clemont|Dedenne}})





















* {{p|Sceptile}} ({{OP|Sawyer|Sceptile}}; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Sceptile]])







* {{p|Raichu}} ([[Tierno (anime)|Tierno's]])
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core}}; [[Squishy]])

==Trivia==

===Errors===
===Dub edits===
==In other languages==

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(Japanese: '''メガジュカイン対ライチュウ！経験値いただきます！！''' ''Mega {{tt|Jukain|Sceptile}} VS Raichu! I Received Some Experience Points!!'') is the 126th episode of the {{series|XY}}, and the 925th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It is scheduled to air in Japan on July 7, 2016.
{{spoilers}}



==Plot==



==Major events==




===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

=====Main series debuts=====
* {{me|Sceptile}}

==Characters==
===Humans===

* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Serena}}
* {{an|Clemont}}
* {{an|Bonnie}}








* [[Sawyer]]



===Pokémon===


* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})


* {{p|Dedenne}} ({{OP|Clemont|Dedenne}})





















* {{p|Sceptile}} ({{OP|Sawyer|Sceptile}}; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Sceptile]])







* {{p|Raichu}} ([[Tierno (anime)|Tierno]]'s)
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core}}; [[Squishy]])

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===Errors===
===Dub edits===
==In other languages==

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(Japanese: '''メガジュカイン対ライチュウ！経験値いただきます！！''' ''Mega {{tt|Jukain|Sceptile}} VS Raichu! I Received Some Experience Points!!'') is the 126th episode of the {{series|XY}}, and the 925th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It is scheduled to air in Japan on July 7, 2016.
{{spoilers}}



==Plot==



==Major events==




===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

=====Main series debuts=====
* {{me|Sceptile}}

==Characters==
===Humans===

* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Serena}}
* {{an|Clemont}}
* {{an|Bonnie}}








* [[Sawyer]]



===Pokémon===


* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})


* {{p|Dedenne}} ({{OP|Clemont|Dedenne}})





















* {{p|Sceptile}} ({{OP|Sawyer|Sceptile}}; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Sceptile]])







* {{p|Raichu}} ([[Tierno(anime)|Tierno]]'s)
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core}}; [[Squishy]])

==Trivia==

===Errors===
===Dub edits===
==In other languages==

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{{spoilers}}



==Plot==



==Major events==




===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

=====Main series debuts=====
* {{me|Sceptile}}

==Characters==
===Humans===

* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Serena}}
* {{an|Clemont}}
* {{an|Bonnie}}








* [[Sawyer]]



===Pokémon===


* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})


* {{p|Dedenne}} ({{OP|Clemont|Dedenne}})





















* {{p|Sceptile}} ({{OP|Sawyer|Sceptile}}; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Sceptile]])







* {{p|Raichu}} ([[(Tierno(anime)|Tierno]]'s)
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core}}; [[Squishy]])

==Trivia==

===Errors===
===Dub edits===
==In other languages==

{{-}}
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(Japanese: '''メガジュカイン対ライチュウ！経験値いただきます！！''' ''Mega {{tt|Jukain|Sceptile}} VS Raichu! I Received Some Experience Points!!'') is the 126th episode of the {{series|XY}}, and the 925th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It is scheduled to air in Japan on July 7, 2016.
{{spoilers}}



==Plot==



==Major events==




===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

=====Main series debuts=====
* {{me|Sceptile}}

==Characters==
===Humans===

* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Serena}}
* {{an|Clemont}}
* {{an|Bonnie}}








* [[Sawyer]]



===Pokémon===


* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})


* {{p|Dedenne}} ({{OP|Clemont|Dedenne}})





















* {{p|Sceptile}} ({{OP|Sawyer|Sceptile}}; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Sceptile]])







* {{p|Raichu}} ([[anime|Tierno]]'s)
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core}}; [[Squishy]])

==Trivia==

===Errors===
===Dub edits===
==In other languages==

{{-}}
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nextcode=None |

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[[Category:Pokémon League episodes|925]]
[[Category:Episodes in which a Legendary Pokémon appears|925]]


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(Japanese: '''メガジュカイン対ライチュウ！経験値いただきます！！''' ''Mega {{tt|Jukain|Sceptile}} VS Raichu! I Received Some Experience Points!!'') is the 126th episode of the {{series|XY}}, and the 925th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It is scheduled to air in Japan on July 7, 2016.
{{spoilers}}



==Plot==



==Major events==




===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

=====Main series debuts=====
* {{me|Sceptile}}

==Characters==
===Humans===

* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Serena}}
* {{an|Clemont}}
* {{an|Bonnie}}








* [[Sawyer]]



===Pokémon===


* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})


* {{p|Dedenne}} ({{OP|Clemont|Dedenne}})





















* {{p|Sceptile}} ({{OP|Sawyer|Sceptile}}; [[Mega EvolutionMega Sceptile]])







* {{p|Raichu}} ([[a|Tierno]]'s)
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core}}; [[Squishy]])

==Trivia==

===Errors===
===Dub edits===
==In other languages==

{{-}}
{{stub|Anime|Episode}}

{{EpicodePrevNext|
prevcode=XY125 |

nextcode=None |

series=XY series |
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{{Project Anime notice}}
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[[Category:Episodes focusing on Sawyer|925]]
[[Category:Pokémon League episodes|925]]
[[Category:Episodes in which a Legendary Pokémon appears|925]]


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title_ja=サトシゲッコウガVSメガユキノオー！発動巨大水手裏剣！！ |
title_ja_trans=Satoshi Gekkouga VS Mega Yukinooh! Unleash the Giant Water Shuriken!!| |
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* {{BMGf|215888|Preview thread on BMGf}} ''Closed''
* {{BMGf|216416|Original review thread on BMGf}}

}}
(Japanese: '''サトシゲッコウガVSメガユキノオー！発動巨大水手裏剣！！''' ''{{tt|Satoshi Gekkouga|Ash-Greninja}} VS Mega {{tt|Yukinooh|Abomasnow}}! Unleash the Giant Water Shuriken!!'') is the 122nd episode of the {{series|XY}}, and the 921st episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on June 2, 2016.
{{spoilers}}



==Plot==
The episode opens with recounting events of {{Ash}} and {{AP|Greninja}} from previous two episodes. Ash returns to the [[Snowbelle Gym]] for a rematch. Inside the gym, {{an|Serena}} calls out Ash in a worried voice to which Ash responds by convincing her and the others that he will definitely win this time. Inside the gym, [[Wulfric]] is eager to battle Ash for a rematch only to be stopped by the Apprentice because he had not explained the rules yet. Wulfric convinces Apprentice that it's okay as Ash had a battle earlier he knows the rules.

After Apprentice says battle begin, Wulfric sends out {{p|Bergmite}} as his first Pokémon. At first Ash becomes little determined at Wulfric's choice but quickly sends {{AP|Pikachu}} as his first Pokémon. Battle begins with Pikachu using {{m|Electro Ball}} against Bergmite which is easily dodged by Bergmite by skating on the ice battlefield as expected by Ash. Bergmite responds with {{m|Icy Wind}} which Pikachu manages to dodge but his lower body becomes frozen. Ash calls out for a {{m|Quick Attack}}, but Pikachu's speed gets reduced because of effect of Icy Wind and is easily dodged. Pikachu retaliates with {{m|Thunderbolt}} which scores a direct hit. Wulfric is surprised as Pikachu is still able to keep up with Bergmite's speed and calls out his secret move {{m|Sharpen}} which raises Bergmite's attack stat. Bergmite uses {{m|Rapid Spin}}, but even though Pikachu tries to dodge, it gets a direct hit. Pikachu run around the battlefield which melts the ice on its lower body. Wulfric tries to stop Pikachu by calling out Rapid Spin which is countered by Pikachu's Quick Attack, followed by an {{m|Iron Tail}} which knocks out Bergmite.

Wulfric sends out {{p|Avalugg}} as his second Pokémon. Pikachu starts by scoring a direct hit with Thunderbolt only to be stopped by Avalugg's {{m|Avalanche}} attack. Pikachu starts skating on ice to dodge any further attacks but is followed by Avalugg's {{m|Gyro Ball}}. Pikachu uses Iron Tail to create a hole on the battlefield to trap Avalugg's Gyro Ball to which Wulfric responds by calling out {{m|Stone Edge}}. Even though Pikachu tries to counter with Thunderbolt, he gets a direct hit and is knocked out of the battle.
Ash sends out {{AP|Talonflame}} as his second Pokémon which begins by scoring a direct hit with {{m|Flame Charge}}. Avalugg retaliates with Stone Edge which barely hits Talonflame. Talonflame responds with a direct hit from {{m|Steel Wing}}. Avalugg attacks with Avalanche which is responded by an extremely powerful Flame Charge from Talonflame, enough to knock out Avalugg.

Wulfric sends out {{p|Abomasnow}} as his last Pokémon. Abomasnow summons a hailstorm due to its {{a|Snow Warning}} Ability. Talonflame tries to open the battle with Steel Wing but gets a hit from Abomasnow's {{m|Wood Hammer}} instead. It retaliates with Flame Charge but it gets stopped By Abomasnow's {{m|Ice Shard}} followed by Wood Hammer which knocks out Talonflame.

Ash sends out Greninja as his last Pokémon against Abomasnow. Greninja does a great opening by scoring direct hit with two successive {{m|Aerial Ace}}s followed by two {{m|Water Shuriken}}. After that, it successfully stops Abomasnow's {{m|Energy Ball}} with {{m|Cut}} and Wood Hammer by freezing itself in ice. To gain more advantage in battle, Greninja activates its Ash-Greninja form and scores direct hits with multiple Aerial Ace attacks. After it stopped Wood Hammer with Cut and scored direct hit, it followed suit by using a giant Water Shuriken.

Wulfric is impressed with Ash-Greninja as he Mega Evolves his Abomasnow which starts to get upper hand in battle. Mega Abomasnow stops giant Water Shuriken with {{m|Ice Punch}} and {{m|Double Team}} with Wood Hammer. Afterwards, it counters Cut with Ice Punch that freezes the former move.. Just as Mega Abomasnow was going to finish the battle with an extremely powerful Wood Hammer, Ash made Ash-Greninja use frozen Cut attacks to skate on ice as well as dodging an incoming Ice Shard attack. Ash-Greninja distracts Wulfric with a giant Water Shuriken to reach close to Mega Abomasnow and wins the battle by hitting Mega Abomasnow with Aerial Ace. Ash's friends are happy that he won.

Wulfric gives Ash the Iceberg Badge which allows the latter to qualify for the Kalos League. At night outside the Pokemon Center, Ash vows to train hard to win the Kalos League with his Pokémon.


==Major events==

* {{Ash}} has a [[rematch]] against [[Wulfric]] and wins, earning the {{badge|Iceberg}} and thus qualifying for the [[Kalos League]].
* Ash is successfully able to activate and use final form Ash-Greninja sucessfully without fainting and for the first time, he uses this specific Ash-Greninja form to actually defeat a Gym leader or Pokemon trainer who was able to Mega evolve.
* Ash and {{ashfr}} prepare to head back to [[Lumiose City]] in order to participate in the [[Lumiose Conference]].
{{animeevents}}
===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
=====Main series debuts=====
* {{me|Abomasnow}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
[[File:Pokémon Quiz XY122.png|thumb|200px|Pokémon Quiz]]
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Serena}}
* {{an|Clemont}}
* {{an|Bonnie}}
* [[Wulfric]]
* Apprentice

===Pokémon===


[[Pokémon Quiz]]: [[Ash's Greninja]] (Ash-Greninja) ''(Japan)''
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Dedenne}} ({{OP|Clemont|Dedenne}})
* {{p|Greninja}} ({{OP|Ash|Greninja}}; Ash-Greninja)
* {{p|Talonflame}} ({{OP|Ash|Talonflame}})
* {{p|Hawlucha}} ({{OP|Ash|Hawlucha}})
* {{p|Noivern}} ({{OP|Ash|Noivern}})
* {{p|Abomasnow}} ([[Wulfric]]'s; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Abomasnow]])
* {{p|Avalugg}} ([[Wulfric]]'s)
* {{p|Bergmite}} ([[Wulfric]]'s)
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core}}; [[Squishy]])

==Trivia==
[[File:Title Card XY Ash V2.png|200px|thumb|The title card segment focuses on Ash for this episode]]
* [[Poké TV]]: "Poké Love TV" Focusing on {{p|Abomasnow}}.
* This episode is the first time since ''[[AG031|Just One of the Geysers]]'' where Ash uses a different line-up of Pokémon in a rematch against a [[Gym Leader]]. In this case, he substitutes his {{AP|Hawlucha}} for {{AP|Pikachu}}.
* The tactic used by Ash where Greninja uses the frozen Cut "knives" as ice skates to maneuver around the field and avoid {{m|Ice Shard}} is identical the move used by [[Ash's Chimchar]] during Ash's [[Snowpoint Gym]] battle with [[Candice]], where it used an ice shard to skate around the field.
** Similarly, both instances were used against an Abomasnow, and both times were used to avoid Ice Shard and Wood Hammer.
* [[Clemont's Dedenne]], {{Ash}}, {{an|Bonnie}}, and {{an|Clemont}} narrate the preview for the [[XY123|next episode]].
** At the end of the preview, Ash and Bonnie say the catchphrase "Everyone, keep Pokémon!", with Bonnie saying the "keep" part and Ash saying the rest, instead of Ash saying his "Everyone, get Pokémon!" phrase.

===Errors===
* {{an|Bonnie}} is missing her ponytail on multiple occasions.
** Once when Ash and {{ashfr}} arrive at the gym as the doors open.
*** In the same shot, the space between {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{an|Serena}}'s head is colored the same as Pikachu, making it seem as if his head were larger.
** As Ash and his friends walk into the gym and again when [[Wulfric]] speaks to Ash before the battle starts.
** After [[Ash's Greninja]] transforms into Ash-Greninja.
* Throughout the episode, [[Clemont's Dedenne]] appears to be much larger than usual.

<gallery>
File:XY122 error 1.png|The coloring error between Pikachu and Serena's head
File:XY122 error 2.png|Bonnie missing her ponytail before the battle starts
File:XY122 error 3.png|Bonnie missing her ponytail after Ash's Greninja transforms
</gallery>

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==

{{-}}
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title_ja=サトシゲッコウガVSメガユキノオー！発動巨大水手裏剣！！ |
title_ja_trans=Satoshi Gekkouga VS Mega Yukinooh! Unleash the Giant Water Shuriken!!| |
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* {{BMGf|215888|Preview thread on BMGf}} ''Closed''
* {{BMGf|216416|Original review thread on BMGf}}

}}
(Japanese: '''サトシゲッコウガVSメガユキノオー！発動巨大水手裏剣！！''' ''{{tt|Satoshi Gekkouga|Ash-Greninja}} VS Mega {{tt|Yukinooh|Abomasnow}}! Unleash the Giant Water Shuriken!!'') is the 122nd episode of the {{series|XY}}, and the 921st episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on June 2, 2016.
{{spoilers}}



==Plot==
The episode opens with recounting events of {{Ash}} and {{AP|Greninja}} from previous two episodes. Ash returns to the [[Snowbelle Gym]] for a rematch. Inside the gym, {{an|Serena}} calls out Ash in a worried voice to which Ash responds by convincing her and the others that he will definitely win this time. Inside the gym, [[Wulfric]] is eager to battle Ash for a rematch only to be stopped by the Apprentice because he had not explained the rules yet. Wulfric convinces Apprentice that it's okay as Ash had a battle earlier he knows the rules.

After Apprentice says battle begin, Wulfric sends out {{p|Bergmite}} as his first Pokémon. At first Ash becomes little determined at Wulfric's choice but quickly sends {{AP|Pikachu}} as his first Pokémon. Battle begins with Pikachu using {{m|Electro Ball}} against Bergmite which is easily dodged by Bergmite by skating on the ice battlefield as expected by Ash. Bergmite responds with {{m|Icy Wind}} which Pikachu manages to dodge but his lower body becomes frozen. Ash calls out for a {{m|Quick Attack}}, but Pikachu's speed gets reduced because of effect of Icy Wind and is easily dodged. Pikachu retaliates with {{m|Thunderbolt}} which scores a direct hit. Wulfric is surprised as Pikachu is still able to keep up with Bergmite's speed and calls out his secret move {{m|Sharpen}} which raises Bergmite's attack stat. Bergmite uses {{m|Rapid Spin}}, but even though Pikachu tries to dodge, it gets a direct hit. Pikachu run around the battlefield which melts the ice on its lower body. Wulfric tries to stop Pikachu by calling out Rapid Spin which is countered by Pikachu's Quick Attack, followed by an {{m|Iron Tail}} which knocks out Bergmite.

Wulfric sends out {{p|Avalugg}} as his second Pokémon. Pikachu starts by scoring a direct hit with Thunderbolt only to be stopped by Avalugg's {{m|Avalanche}} attack. Pikachu starts skating on ice to dodge any further attacks but is followed by Avalugg's {{m|Gyro Ball}}. Pikachu uses Iron Tail to create a hole on the battlefield to trap Avalugg's Gyro Ball to which Wulfric responds by calling out {{m|Stone Edge}}. Even though Pikachu tries to counter with Thunderbolt, he gets a direct hit and is knocked out of the battle.
Ash sends out {{AP|Talonflame}} as his second Pokémon which begins by scoring a direct hit with {{m|Flame Charge}}. Avalugg retaliates with Stone Edge which barely hits Talonflame. Talonflame responds with a direct hit from {{m|Steel Wing}}. Avalugg attacks with Avalanche which is responded by an extremely powerful Flame Charge from Talonflame, enough to knock out Avalugg.

Wulfric sends out {{p|Abomasnow}} as his last Pokémon. Abomasnow summons a hailstorm due to its {{a|Snow Warning}} Ability. Talonflame tries to open the battle with Steel Wing but gets a hit from Abomasnow's {{m|Wood Hammer}} instead. It retaliates with Flame Charge but it gets stopped By Abomasnow's {{m|Ice Shard}} followed by Wood Hammer which knocks out Talonflame.

Ash sends out Greninja as his last Pokémon against Abomasnow. Greninja does a great opening by scoring direct hit with two successive {{m|Aerial Ace}}s followed by two {{m|Water Shuriken}}. After that, it successfully stops Abomasnow's {{m|Energy Ball}} with {{m|Cut}} and Wood Hammer by freezing itself in ice. To gain more advantage in battle, Greninja activates its Ash-Greninja form and scores direct hits with multiple Aerial Ace attacks. After it stopped Wood Hammer with Cut and scored direct hit, it followed suit by using a giant Water Shuriken.

Wulfric is impressed with Ash-Greninja as he Mega Evolves his Abomasnow which starts to get upper hand in battle. Mega Abomasnow stops giant Water Shuriken with {{m|Ice Punch}} and {{m|Double Team}} with Wood Hammer. Afterwards, it counters Cut with Ice Punch that freezes the former move.. Just as Mega Abomasnow was going to finish the battle with an extremely powerful Wood Hammer, Ash made Ash-Greninja use frozen Cut attacks to skate on ice as well as dodging an incoming Ice Shard attack. Ash-Greninja distracts Wulfric with a giant Water Shuriken to reach close to Mega Abomasnow and wins the battle by hitting Mega Abomasnow with Aerial Ace. Ash's friends are happy that he won.

Wulfric gives Ash the Iceberg Badge which allows the latter to qualify for the Kalos League. At night outside the Pokemon Center, Ash vows to train hard to win the Kalos League with his Pokémon.


==Major events==

* {{Ash}} has a [[rematch]] against [[Wulfric]] and wins, earning the {{badge|Iceberg}} and thus qualifying for the [[Kalos League]].
* Ash is successfully able to activate and use final form Ash-Greninja sucessfully without fainting and for the first time, he uses this specific Ash-Greninja form to actually defeat a Gym leader.
* Ash and {{ashfr}} prepare to head back to [[Lumiose City]] in order to participate in the [[Lumiose Conference]].
{{animeevents}}
===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
=====Main series debuts=====
* {{me|Abomasnow}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
[[File:Pokémon Quiz XY122.png|thumb|200px|Pokémon Quiz]]
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Serena}}
* {{an|Clemont}}
* {{an|Bonnie}}
* [[Wulfric]]
* Apprentice

===Pokémon===


[[Pokémon Quiz]]: [[Ash's Greninja]] (Ash-Greninja) ''(Japan)''
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Dedenne}} ({{OP|Clemont|Dedenne}})
* {{p|Greninja}} ({{OP|Ash|Greninja}}; Ash-Greninja)
* {{p|Talonflame}} ({{OP|Ash|Talonflame}})
* {{p|Hawlucha}} ({{OP|Ash|Hawlucha}})
* {{p|Noivern}} ({{OP|Ash|Noivern}})
* {{p|Abomasnow}} ([[Wulfric]]'s; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Abomasnow]])
* {{p|Avalugg}} ([[Wulfric]]'s)
* {{p|Bergmite}} ([[Wulfric]]'s)
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core}}; [[Squishy]])

==Trivia==
[[File:Title Card XY Ash V2.png|200px|thumb|The title card segment focuses on Ash for this episode]]
* [[Poké TV]]: "Poké Love TV" Focusing on {{p|Abomasnow}}.
* This episode is the first time since ''[[AG031|Just One of the Geysers]]'' where Ash uses a different line-up of Pokémon in a rematch against a [[Gym Leader]]. In this case, he substitutes his {{AP|Hawlucha}} for {{AP|Pikachu}}.
* The tactic used by Ash where Greninja uses the frozen Cut "knives" as ice skates to maneuver around the field and avoid {{m|Ice Shard}} is identical the move used by [[Ash's Chimchar]] during Ash's [[Snowpoint Gym]] battle with [[Candice]], where it used an ice shard to skate around the field.
** Similarly, both instances were used against an Abomasnow, and both times were used to avoid Ice Shard and Wood Hammer.
* [[Clemont's Dedenne]], {{Ash}}, {{an|Bonnie}}, and {{an|Clemont}} narrate the preview for the [[XY123|next episode]].
** At the end of the preview, Ash and Bonnie say the catchphrase "Everyone, keep Pokémon!", with Bonnie saying the "keep" part and Ash saying the rest, instead of Ash saying his "Everyone, get Pokémon!" phrase.

===Errors===
* {{an|Bonnie}} is missing her ponytail on multiple occasions.
** Once when Ash and {{ashfr}} arrive at the gym as the doors open.
*** In the same shot, the space between {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{an|Serena}}'s head is colored the same as Pikachu, making it seem as if his head were larger.
** As Ash and his friends walk into the gym and again when [[Wulfric]] speaks to Ash before the battle starts.
** After [[Ash's Greninja]] transforms into Ash-Greninja.
* Throughout the episode, [[Clemont's Dedenne]] appears to be much larger than usual.

<gallery>
File:XY122 error 1.png|The coloring error between Pikachu and Serena's head
File:XY122 error 2.png|Bonnie missing her ponytail before the battle starts
File:XY122 error 3.png|Bonnie missing her ponytail after Ash's Greninja transforms
</gallery>

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==

{{-}}
{{stub|Anime|Episode}}

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XY122

2016-06-05T02:54:10Z

Kichu200211: /* Plot */

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title_ja=サトシゲッコウガVSメガユキノオー！発動巨大水手裏剣！！ |
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* {{BMGf|215888|Preview thread on BMGf}} ''Closed''
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(Japanese: '''サトシゲッコウガVSメガユキノオー！発動巨大水手裏剣！！''' ''{{tt|Satoshi Gekkouga|Ash-Greninja}} VS Mega {{tt|Yukinooh|Abomasnow}}! Unleash the Giant Water Shuriken!!'') is the 122nd episode of the {{series|XY}}, and the 921st episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on June 2, 2016.
{{spoilers}}



==Plot==
The episode opens with recounting events of {{Ash}} and {{AP|Greninja}} from previous two episodes. Ash returns to the [[Snowbelle Gym]] for a rematch. Inside the gym, {{an|Serena}} calls out Ash in a worried voice to which Ash responds by convincing her and the others that he will definitely win this time. Inside the gym, [[Wulfric]] is eager to battle Ash for a rematch only to be stopped by the Apprentice because he had not explained the rules yet. Wulfric convinces Apprentice that it's okay as Ash had a battle earlier he knows the rules.

After Apprentice says battle begin, Wulfric sends out {{p|Bergmite}} as his first Pokémon. At first Ash becomes little determined at Wulfric's choice but quickly sends {{AP|Pikachu}} as his first Pokémon. Battle begins with Pikachu using {{m|Electro Ball}} against Bergmite which is easily dodged by Bergmite by skating on the ice battlefield as expected by Ash. Bergmite responds with {{m|Icy Wind}} which Pikachu manages to dodge but his lower body becomes frozen. Ash calls out for a {{m|Quick Attack}}, but Pikachu's speed gets reduced because of effect of Icy Wind and is easily dodged. Pikachu retaliates with {{m|Thunderbolt}} which scores a direct hit. Wulfric is surprised as Pikachu is still able to keep up with Bergmite's speed and calls out his secret move {{m|Sharpen}} which raises Bergmite's attack stat. Bergmite uses {{m|Rapid Spin}}, but even though Pikachu tries to dodge, it gets a direct hit. Pikachu run around the battlefield which melts the ice on its lower body. Wulfric tries to stop Pikachu by calling out Rapid Spin which is countered by Pikachu's Quick Attack, followed by an {{m|Iron Tail}} which knocks out Bergmite.

Wulfric sends out {{p|Avalugg}} as his second Pokémon. Pikachu starts by scoring a direct hit with Thunderbolt only to be stopped by Avalugg's {{m|Avalanche}} attack. Pikachu starts skating on ice to dodge any further attacks but is followed by Avalugg's {{m|Gyro Ball}}. Pikachu uses Iron Tail to create a hole on the battlefield to trap Avalugg's Gyro Ball to which Wulfric responds by calling out {{m|Stone Edge}}. Even though Pikachu tries to counter with Thunderbolt, he gets a direct hit and is knocked out of the battle.
Ash sends out {{AP|Talonflame}} as his second Pokémon which begins by scoring a direct hit with {{m|Flame Charge}}. Avalugg retaliates with Stone Edge which barely hits Talonflame. Talonflame responds with a direct hit from {{m|Steel Wing}}. Avalugg attacks with Avalanche which is responded by an extremely powerful Flame Charge from Talonflame, enough to knock out Avalugg.

Wulfric sends out {{p|Abomasnow}} as his last Pokémon. Abomasnow summons a hailstorm due to its {{a|Snow Warning}} Ability. Talonflame tries to open the battle with Steel Wing but gets a hit from Abomasnow's {{m|Wood Hammer}} instead. It retaliates with Flame Charge but it gets stopped By Abomasnow's {{m|Ice Shard}} followed by Wood Hammer which knocks out Talonflame.

Ash sends out Greninja as his last Pokémon against Abomasnow. Greninja does a great opening by scoring direct hit with two successive {{m|Aerial Ace}}s followed by two {{m|Water Shuriken}}. After that, it successfully stops Abomasnow's {{m|Energy Ball}} with {{m|Cut}} and Wood Hammer by freezing itself in ice. To gain more advantage in battle, Greninja activates its Ash-Greninja form and scores direct hits with multiple Aerial Ace attacks. After it stopped Wood Hammer with Cut and scored direct hit, it followed suit by using a giant Water Shuriken.

Wulfric is impressed with Ash-Greninja as he Mega Evolves his Abomasnow which starts to get upper hand in battle. Mega Abomasnow stops giant Water Shuriken with {{m|Ice Punch}} and {{m|Double Team}} with Wood Hammer. Afterwards, it counters Cut with Ice Punch that freezes the former move.. Just as Mega Abomasnow was going to finish the battle with an extremely powerful Wood Hammer, Ash made Ash-Greninja use frozen Cut attacks to skate on ice as well as dodging an incoming Ice Shard attack. Ash-Greninja distracts Wulfric with a giant Water Shuriken to reach close to Mega Abomasnow and wins the battle by hitting Mega Abomasnow with Aerial Ace. Ash's friends are happy that he won.

Wulfric gives Ash the Iceberg Badge which allows the latter to qualify for the Kalos League. At night outside the Pokemon Center, Ash vows to train hard to win the Kalos League with his Pokémon.


==Major events==

* {{Ash}} has a [[rematch]] against [[Wulfric]] and wins, earning the {{badge|Iceberg}} and thus qualifying for the [[Kalos League]].
* Ash and {{ashfr}} prepare to head back to [[Lumiose City]] in order to participate in the [[Lumiose Conference]].
{{animeevents}}
===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
=====Main series debuts=====
* {{me|Abomasnow}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
[[File:Pokémon Quiz XY122.png|thumb|200px|Pokémon Quiz]]
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Serena}}
* {{an|Clemont}}
* {{an|Bonnie}}
* [[Wulfric]]
* Apprentice

===Pokémon===


[[Pokémon Quiz]]: [[Ash's Greninja]] (Ash-Greninja) ''(Japan)''
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Dedenne}} ({{OP|Clemont|Dedenne}})
* {{p|Greninja}} ({{OP|Ash|Greninja}}; Ash-Greninja)
* {{p|Talonflame}} ({{OP|Ash|Talonflame}})
* {{p|Hawlucha}} ({{OP|Ash|Hawlucha}})
* {{p|Noivern}} ({{OP|Ash|Noivern}})
* {{p|Abomasnow}} ([[Wulfric]]'s; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Abomasnow]])
* {{p|Avalugg}} ([[Wulfric]]'s)
* {{p|Bergmite}} ([[Wulfric]]'s)
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core}}; [[Squishy]])

==Trivia==
[[File:Title Card XY Ash V2.png|200px|thumb|The title card segment focuses on Ash for this episode]]
* [[Poké TV]]: "Poké Love TV" Focusing on {{p|Abomasnow}}.
* This episode is the first time since ''[[AG031|Just One of the Geysers]]'' where Ash uses a different line-up of Pokémon in a rematch against a [[Gym Leader]]. In this case, he substitutes his {{AP|Hawlucha}} for {{AP|Pikachu}}.
* The tactic used by Ash where Greninja uses the frozen Cut "knives" as ice skates to maneuver around the field and avoid {{m|Ice Shard}} is identical the move used by [[Ash's Chimchar]] during Ash's [[Snowpoint Gym]] battle with [[Candice]], where it used an ice shard to skate around the field.
** Similarly, both instances were used against an Abomasnow, and both times were used to avoid Ice Shard and Wood Hammer.
* [[Clemont's Dedenne]], {{Ash}}, {{an|Bonnie}}, and {{an|Clemont}} narrate the preview for the [[XY123|next episode]].
** At the end of the preview, Ash and Bonnie say the catchphrase "Everyone, keep Pokémon!", with Bonnie saying the "keep" part and Ash saying the rest, instead of Ash saying his "Everyone, get Pokémon!" phrase.

===Errors===
* {{an|Bonnie}} is missing her ponytail on multiple occasions.
** Once when Ash and {{ashfr}} arrive at the gym as the doors open.
*** In the same shot, the space between {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{an|Serena}}'s head is colored the same as Pikachu, making it seem as if his head were larger.
** As Ash and his friends walk into the gym and again when [[Wulfric]] speaks to Ash before the battle starts.
** After [[Ash's Greninja]] transforms into Ash-Greninja.
* Throughout the episode, [[Clemont's Dedenne]] appears to be much larger than usual.

<gallery>
File:XY122 error 1.png|The coloring error between Pikachu and Serena's head
File:XY122 error 2.png|Bonnie missing her ponytail before the battle starts
File:XY122 error 3.png|Bonnie missing her ponytail after Ash's Greninja transforms
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Pidgeot (Pokémon)

2016-05-31T00:31:33Z

Kichu200211: /* Ash's Pidgeot */

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'''Pidgeot''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ピジョット''' ''Pigeot'') is a dual-type {{2t|Normal|Flying}} Pokémon.

It [[Evolution|evolves]] from {{p|Pidgeotto}} starting at [[level]] 36. It is the final form of {{p|Pidgey}}. It can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] into '''Mega Pidgeot''' using the {{DL|Mega Stone|Pidgeotite}}.

==Biology==
Pidgeot is an avian Pokémon with large wings, sharp talons, and a short, hooked beak. Its glossy {{wp|plumage}} is mostly brown with cream-colored underparts and flight feathers. Its head is decorated with a red and yellow crest that is nearly as long as its body. The fan-like feathers of its tail are {{tt|red|brown in the anime}}. Its beak and legs are pink, and there are angular black markings around its eyes.

Pidgeot grows noticeably when it Mega Evolves, with a larger body and longer, broader wings. Its wingtips and tailfeathers are tipped with blue, and it's cream coloring is now white. Its eyes turn red, and its pupils turn white. Mega Pidgeot has an even more elaborate crest on its head, with a streamer-like red plume extending from a mane of yellow feathers. A red feather projects from the front of its crest and a there is a single red highlight on the left side. The crest is sensitive to air currents, acting like a large antenna and stabilizing Mega Pidgeot's flight. Additionally, its increased wing power allows it to produce gust capable of destroying huge trees. <ref>http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/en-us/pokemon/new-mega-evolutions/mega-pidgeot</ref>

Its powerful wings are capable of stirring up windstorms in just a few flaps, and it may spread its wings to intimidate enemies. This Pokémon is capable of flying faster than the speed of sound. Its plumage is often described as beautiful, making it a popular choice for skilled {{pkmn|Trainer}}s. Pidgeot typically dwells in {{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Forest Pokémon|forests}} with thick growth and large trees. It is known to prey on {{p|Magikarp}}, which it can spot from great heights.

==In the anime==
===Major appearances===
[[File:Pidgeot anime.png|thumb|left|250px|Pidgeot in the anime]]
====[[Ash's Pidgeot]]====
[[Ash Ketchum]] had a Pidgeot that he captured as a [[Ash's Pidgeot|Pidgeotto]] early in his journey during ''[[EP003|Ash Catches a Pokémon]]''. In ''[[EP081|Pallet Party Panic!]]'', the same {{p|Spearow}} Ash had thrown a rock at in [[EP001|the first episode]] returned with its flock, but it had evolved into a {{DL|Ash's Fearow|In the anime|Fearow}}. The flock attacked Ash, so Pidgeotto evolved into Pidgeot to battle Fearow. After Pidgeot defeated Fearow, Pidgeot left Ash's party to watch over a local flock of Pidgey and Pidgeotto. Ash promised to return for it someday but never did.

====Other====
In ''[[M01|Mewtwo Strikes Back]]'', a Pidgeot owned by [[Corey]] was one of the Pokémon captured and cloned by {{p|Mewtwo}}. It was referred to as a Pidgeotto due to a dubbing error. The Pidgeot clone was seen again in ''[[Mewtwo Returns]]''.

In ''[[EP104|Bound for Trouble]]'', wild Pidgeot that were twice their normal size appeared. Their size was due to there being excessive quantities of food on one of the Orange Islands. One of these oversized Pidgeot snatches up {{MTR}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} when they got tethered together.

[[Falkner]] of the [[Violet City]] [[Gym]] owns a Pidgeot as his main Pokémon. He uses it in his Gym battle against Ash in ''[[EP131|Fighting Flyer with Fire]]'', but it was defeated by his Charizard, giving Ash the Zephyr Badge.

A Pidgeot owned by [[Solidad]] was used alongside {{p|Slowbro}} in a [[Double Battle|two-on-two]] [[Contest Battle]] against [[May's Combusken]] and {{TP|May|Munchlax}} in the [[Kanto Grand Festival]].

A Pidgeot was owned by [[Sir Aaron]] in ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]''. Also, {{p|Mew}} transformed into a Pidgeot in the movie.

One is used by {{ra|Ben}} in ''[[DP169|Pokémon Ranger: Heatran Rescue!]]''.

===Minor appearances===
[[File:Mega Pidgeot ORAS Trailer.png|thumb|250px|Mega Pidgeot in the anime]]
Pidgeot made its first appearance briefly in a fantasy in ''[[EP009|The School of Hard Knocks]]''.

A Pidgeot belonging to [[Rudy]] appeared in ''[[EP103|Misty Meets Her Match]]''.

Multiple Pidgeot also appeared in ''[[M02|The Power of One]]'', ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]'', ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' and ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]''.

A Pidgeot appeared in ''[[EP169|Beauty and the Breeder]]'' where it participated in [[Pokémon Beauty Contest|a Pokémon breeding competition]].

Two Pidgeot made a brief appearance in ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]''.

In ''[[EP274|Hoenn Alone]]'', an [[Officer Jenny]] used a Pidgeot to help locate [[Ash's Pikachu]] after it was stolen by {{TRT}}.

In ''[[DP013|A Staravia is Born!]]'', a wild Pidgeot helps {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} to rescue some {{type|Flying}} Pokémon from {{TRT}}.

In ''[[DP064|Riding the Winds of Change]]'', Officer Jenny and Nurse Joy use many Pokémon, including a Pidgeot, to blow the {{p|Gligar}} away from the city.

Pidgeot made a cameo in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]''.

A Pidgeot that can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] into Mega Pidgeot appeared in ''[[SS031|Mega Evolution Special II]]''.

A Pidgeot that can Mega Evolve into Mega Pidgeot will appear in [[M19]].

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Kanto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP081|Pidgeot|Ash's Pokédex|Pidgeot, the Bird Pokémon. The evolved form of {{p|Pidgeotto}}, it can fly at twice the speed of sound at an altitude of nearly one mile.}}
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===In Pokémon Origins===
[[File:Blue Pidgeot PO.png|thumb|250px|Pidgeot in Pokémon Origins]]
====Blue's Pidgeot====
{{OBP|Blue|Origins}} sent out a Pidgeot during his battle with Red in ''[[PO04|File 4: Charizard]]''.

==In the manga==
[[File:Blue Pidgeot Adventures.png|thumb|200px|Pidgeot in Pokémon Adventures]]
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
{{adv|Blue}} owns a Pidgeot that was one of the earliest members of his team which first appeared in ''[[PS018|A Tale of Ninetales]]''. In the {{chap|Yellow}}, it delivered mail from Blue to {{adv|Professor Oak}} and vice versa. It now resides in the Viridian Gym as one of its defenders in case of challengers appearing while he is away, with [[Blue's Rhydon]] taking its place in his active team.

Professor Oak, in his disguise as "Dr. O," is also seen with a Pidgeot in ''[[PS039|Just a Spearow Carrier]]''.

In ''[[PS067|Can You Diglett?]]'' a Pidgeot as a silhouette when Agatha and Lorelei explains to Red about how Pokémon and people can't coexist with each other.

Crystal mentioned that she captured a Pidgeot on her way to Professor Elm's Lab in ''[[PS118|Three Cheers for Chikorita]]''.

A Pidgeot was one of the Pokémon sent to help the fight in [[Ilex Forest]] in ''[[PS179|The Last Battle XIII]]''.

===In the Pokémon Zensho manga===
{{Zensho|Shigeru}} used a Pidgeot to attack {{Zensho|Satoshi}} while he was flying on his {{TP|Satoshi|Charizard|Charizard (Zensho)}}.

===In The Electric Tale of Pikachu manga===
Gary has a Pidgeot and used it along with his other Pokémon to battle the giant Slowpoke in ''[[ET19|Ash vs. Gary]]''.

===In the Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys manga===
Falkner's Pidgeot debuted in ''[[GB02|Falkner The Bird Keeper's Challenge!!]]''. It went up against [[Gold's Totodile]] and lost.

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

==Game data==
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{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black|v2=White|t=FFF|entry=By flapping its wings with all its might, Pidgeot can make a gust of wind capable of bending tall trees.}}
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{{Dex/Entry1|v=X|t=FFF|entry=When hunting, it skims the surface of water at high speed to pick off unwary prey such as Magikarp.}}
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{{Dex/Entry2|t=FFF|t2=FFF|v=Omega Ruby|v2=Alpha Sapphire|entry=This Pokémon has a dazzling plumage of beautifully glossy feathers. Many Trainers are captivated by the striking beauty of the feathers on its head, compelling them to choose Pidgeot as their Pokémon.}}
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====In events====
{{eventAvail/h|type=normal|type2=flying}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev5|BWB2W2}}|Pokémon Game Show Blue's Pidgeot|Japanese|Japan|61|August 17 to 18, 2013|link=List of local Japanese event Pokémon distributions in Generation V#Blue's Pidgeot}}
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===Held items===
{{HeldItems|type=normal|type2=flying
|rby1=Bitter Berry|rby1type=Berry (Generation II)|rby1rar=100|rby1image=no
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
=====Generation I-V=====
{{BaseStats with RBY
|type=Normal
|type2=Flying
|HP= 83
|Attack= 80
|Defense=75
|SpAtk= 70
|SpDef= 70
|Special=70
|Speed= 91 }}

=====Generation VI=====
{{BaseStats
|type=Normal
|type2=Flying
|HP= 83
|Attack= 80
|Defense=75
|SpAtk= 70
|SpDef= 70
|Speed= 101 }}

=====Mega Pidgeot=====
{{Base Stats
|type=normal
|type2=flying
|HP=83
|Attack=80
|Defense=80
|SpAtk=135
|SpDef=80
|Speed=121 }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Normal
|type2=Flying
|Speed=3
|SpeedMax=4
|Power=3
|PowerMax=5
|Technique=2
|TechniqueMax=3
|Stamina=3
|StaminaMax=4
|Jump=5
|JumpMax=5
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{TypeEffectiveness
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|Normal=100
|Fighting=100
|Flying=100
|Poison=100
|Ground=0
|Rock= 200
|Bug=50
|Ghost=0
|Steel=100
|Fire=100
|Water=100
|Grass=50
|Electric=200
|Psychic=100
|Ice=200
|Dragon=100
|Dark=100
|Fairy=100
|notes=yes
|flying=yes
|newground=1
|normal=yes
|newghost=1}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh/6|Pidgeot|Normal|Flying|1|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/level6|1|Hurricane|Flying|Special|110|70|10||'''|Tough|2|1}}
{{learnlist/level6|1|Tackle|Normal|Physical|50|100|35||'''|Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|1|Sand Attack|Ground|Status|—|100|15|||Cute|3|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|1|Gust|Flying|Special|40|100|35||'''|Clever|2|3}}
{{learnlist/level6|1|Quick Attack|Normal|Physical|40|100|30||'''|Cool|3|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|5|Sand Attack|Ground|Status|—|100|15|||Cute|3|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|9|Gust|Flying|Special|40|100|35||'''|Clever|2|3}}
{{learnlist/level6|13|Quick Attack|Normal|Physical|40|100|30||'''|Cool|3|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|17|Whirlwind|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|22|Twister|Dragon|Special|40|100|20|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|27|Feather Dance|Flying|Status|—|100|15|||Beautiful|2|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|32|Agility|Psychic|Status|—|—|30|||Cool|3|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|38|Wing Attack|Flying|Physical|60|100|35||'''|Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|44|Roost|Flying|Status|—|—|10|||Clever|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|50|Tailwind|Flying|Status|—|—|30|||Cool|3|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|56|Mirror Move|Flying|Status|—|—|20|||Clever|1|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|62|Air Slash|Flying|Special|75|95|20||'''|Cool|1|4}}
{{learnlist/level6|68|Hurricane|Flying|Special|110|70|10||'''|Tough|2|1}}
{{learnlist/levelf/6|Pidgeot|Normal|Flying|1}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh/6|Pidgeot|Normal|Flying|1|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|60|100|15|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5|||Beautiful|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM15|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5||'''|Cool|4|4}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5|||Beautiful|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM19|Roost|Flying|Status|—|—|10|||Clever|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||'''|Cute|2|3}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||'''|Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15|||Cool|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM40|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20||'''|Cool|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20||'''|Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM46|Thief|Dark|Physical|60|100|25|||Tough|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15||'''|Beautiful|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM51|Steel Wing|Steel|Physical|70|90|25|||Cool|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM68|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5||'''|Tough|4|4}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15|||Cute|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM88|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM89|U-turn|Bug|Physical|70|100|20|||Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM94|Secret Power|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|{{sup/6|ORAS}}||Clever|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM100|Confide|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||Cute|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|HM02|Fly|Flying|Physical|90|95|15||'''|Clever|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tmf/6|Pidgeot|Normal|Flying|1}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/6|Pidgeot|Normal|Flying|2|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|041|Zubat}}{{MSP|042|Golbat}}{{MSP|169|Crobat}}{{MSP|083|Farfetch'd}}{{MSP|227|Skarmory}}{{MSP|278|Wingull}} {{MSP|519|Pidove}}{{MSP|520|Tranquill}}{{MSP|521|Unfezant}}{{MSP|527|Woobat}}{{MSP|528|Swoobat}}{{MSP|561|Sigilyph}} {{MSP|714|Noibat}}{{MSP|715|Noivern}}|Air Cutter|Flying|Special|60|95|25||'''|Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|016|Pidgey}}{{MSP|017|Pidgeotto}}{{MSP|018|Pidgeot}}{{MSP|041|Zubat}}{{MSP|042|Golbat}}{{MSP|169|Crobat}} {{MSP|083|Farfetch'd}}{{MSP|163|Hoothoot}}{{MSP|164|Noctowl}}{{MSP|178|Xatu}}{{MSP|227|Skarmory}}{{MSP|276|Taillow}} {{MSP|277|Swellow}}{{MSP|278|Wingull}}{{MSP|468|Togekiss}}{{MSP|519|Pidove}}{{MSP|520|Tranquill}}{{MSP|521|Unfezant}} {{MSP|527|Woobat}}{{MSP|528|Swoobat}}{{MSP|561|Sigilyph}}{{MSP|580|Ducklett}}{{MSP|581|Swanna}}{{MSP|627|Rufflet}} {{MSP|628|Braviary}}{{MSP|714|Noibat}}{{MSP|715|Noivern}}|Air Slash|Flying|Special|75|95|15||'''|Cool|1|4}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|083|Farfetch'd}}{{MSP|276|Taillow}}{{MSP|277|Swellow}}{{MSP|396|Starly}}{{MSP|397|Staravia}}{{MSP|398|Staraptor}} {{MSP|580|Ducklett}}{{MSP|581|Swanna}}{{MSP|627|Rufflet}}{{MSP|628|Braviary}}{{MSP|663|Talonflame}}|Brave Bird|Flying|Physical|120|100|15||'''|Cool|6|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|580|Ducklett}}{{MSP|581|Swanna}}{{MSP|627|Rufflet}}{{MSP|628|Braviary}}|Defog|Flying|Status|—|—|15|||Cool|2|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|198|Murkrow}}|Feint Attack|Dark|Physical|60|—|20|||Clever|2|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|163|Hoothoot}}{{MSP|164|Noctowl}}|Foresight|Normal|Status|—|—|40|||Clever|2|1}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|021|Spearow}}{{MSP|022|Fearow}}{{MSP|084|Doduo}}{{MSP|085|Dodrio}}{{MSP|198|Murkrow}}{{MSP|430|Honchkrow}} {{MSP|278|Wingull}}|Pursuit|Dark|Physical|40|100|20|||Clever|2|1}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|227|Skarmory}}{{MSP|661|Fletchling}}{{MSP|662|Fletchinder}}{{MSP|663|Talonflame}}|Steel Wing|Steel|Physical|70|90|25|||Cool|3|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|084|Doduo}}{{MSP|085|Dodrio}}{{MSP|163|Hoothoot}}{{MSP|164|Noctowl}}{{MSP|441|Chatot}}|Uproar|Normal|Special|90|100|10||'''|Cute|2|1}}
{{learnlist/breedf/6|Pidgeot|Normal|Flying|2}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/6|Pidgeot|Normal|Flying|2|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Heat Wave|Fire|Special|95|90|10|||no|yes|Beautiful|2|2}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Sky Attack|Flying|Physical|140|90|5||'''|no|yes|Cool|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Snore|Normal|Special|50|100|15||'''|no|yes|Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Tailwind|Flying|Status|—|—|15|||no|yes|Cool|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Uproar|Normal|Special|90|100|10||'''|no|yes|Cute|2|1}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/6|Pidgeot|Normal|Flying|2}}

====By a prior [[evolution]]====
{{learnlist/prevoh/6|Pidgeot|Normal|Flying|1|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/prevo6null}}
{{learnlist/prevof/6|Pidgeot|Normal|Flying|1}}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame
|type=normal
|type2=flying
|ndex=018
|pinball=Evolve
|Trozei=yes
|rarity=Rare
|Dungeon=yes
|body=1
|rate=0
|area=Flyaway Forest
|P1=Let my mach-2 speed set the pace!
|P2=My HP's been shaved to half.
|P3=I'm suffering... I can't hit my usual speeds...
|PL=That's it! I leveled! My momentum will knock foes down!
|Partner=no
|Ranger=no
|Dungeon2=yes
|body2=1
|rate2=-10
|iq=D
|Ranger3=yes
|group3=Flying
|assist3=Flying
|field3=Cut
|field3power=3
|browser3=It launches {{m|twister}}s.
|rumble=yes
|rumbleattack=3
|rumbledefense=3
|rumblespeed=3
|rumble2=yes
|rumble2attack=3
|rumble2defense=3
|rumble2speed=3
}}

===Evolution===
{{Evobox-3
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|pictype=art
|no1=016
|name1=Pidgey
|type1-1=Normal
|type2-1=Flying
|evo1={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 18}}
|no2=017
|name2=Pidgeotto
|type1-2=Normal
|type2-2=Flying
|evo2={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 36}}
|no3=018
|name3=Pidgeot
|type1-3=Normal
|type2-3=Flying}}

===Sprites===
{{Spritebox/Header|type=Normal|type2=Flying}}
{{Spritebox/1|ndex=018}}
{{Spritebox/2|ndex=018}}
{{Spritebox/3|ndex=018}}
{{Spritebox/4|ndex=018}}
{{Spritebox/5|ndex=018}}
{{Spritebox/6/2FormsORAS|ndex=018|form1=M}}
{{Spritebox/Footer|018|Pidgeot}}

==Trivia==
* Pidgeot originally had an extra "t" in its name, but it was dropped.
* Pidgeot is depicted with red and yellow tail feathers in its official [[Generation I]] artwork, while the [[Generation III]] artwork depicts red ones only. This discrepancy is expressed in numerous ways in Pidgeot's in-game sprites and anime depictions.
* When rebattling Gym Leaders in {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}, both [[Falkner]] and {{ga|Blue}} have a Pidgeot as their highest-leveled Pokémon.
** Coincidentally, Falkner is the first [[Gym Leader]] while Blue is the last.
* In the Pokémon Metal Taz, Pidgeot is mistakenly named {{p|Pidgeotto}}, the name of its pre-evolution.
* Mega Pidgeot is tied with {{p|Porygon-Z}} for the highest {{Stat|Special Attack}} base stat of all {{type|Normal}} Pokémon.

====Origin====
Despite its name, its appearance and behavior do not resemble a pigeon so much as that of a {{wp|bird of prey}}, particularly an {{wp|eagle}}, {{wp|osprey}}, or a {{wp|falcon}}. In particular, its Shiny coloration resembles a {{wp|Golden Eagle}}. Its eye markings strongly resemble the Sun/Sky gods of Egyptian mythology; {{wp|Ra}} and {{wp|Horus}}.

====Name origin====
Pidgeot and Pigeot are combinations of ''{{wp|Columbidae|pigeon}}'' and ''jet'' (referring to its great speeds).

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=normal|type2=flying
|ja=ピジョット ''Pigeot''|jameaning=From ''pigeon'' and ''jet''
|fr=Roucarnage|frmeaning=From {{tt|''roucoule''|coo}} and ''carnage''
|es=Pidgeot|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Tauboss|demeaning=From {{tt|''Taube''|pigeon}} and ''Boss''
|it=Pidgeot|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=피죤투 ''Pijontoo''|komeaning=Combination of {{tt|피죤 ''pijyon''|korean name of pidgeotto}} and ''two''
|zh_yue=大比鳥 ''Daaihbeihníuh''|zh_yuemeaning=In relation to the name of its pre-evolved form (比比鳥), this name literally means "Big {{p|Pidgeotto}}"
|zh_cmn=比鵰 /比雕 ''Bǐdiāo''|zh_cmnmeaning=Transliteration of the first syllable of its Japanese name. The last character means {{wp|Aquila (genus)|eagle}}
|hi=पीगीओट ''Pidgeot''|himeaning=Transcription of English/Japanese name
|ru=Пиджеот ''Pidzheot''|rumeaning=Transliteration of English/Japanese name
|th=พีจ๊อต ''Pigeot''|thmeaning=Transcription of English/Japanese name
}}

 

==Related articles==
* [[Ash's Pidgeot]]

==External links==
* {{wp|Pidgey, Pidgeotto, and Pidgeot|Article on Wikipedia}}

==Notes==
<references />

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{{EpicodePrevNext|
prevcode=AG135 |
prevtitle=Numero Uno Articuno |
nextcode=AG137 |
nexttitle=Hooked on Onix |
series=Advanced Generation series |
colorscheme=Emerald }}
{{EpisodeInfobox|
epcode=AG136 |
altepcode=EP410 |
colorscheme=Emerald |
title_en=The Symbol Life |
title_ja=初陣！バトルファクトリー！！（後編） |
title_ja_trans=First Battle! Battle Factory! (Part Two) |
screen=yes |
broadcast_jp=July 28, 2005 |
broadcast_us=April 22, 2006 |
en_series=Pokémon Advanced Battle |
en_op=[[Unbeatable]] |
ja_op={{so|Battle Frontier|バトルフロンティア}} |
ja_ed=[[Pokémon Counting Song|ポケモンかぞえうた]] |
olmteam=Team Ota |
scenario=十川誠志 |
storyboard=志村錠児 |
director=中村圭三 |
art=たけだゆうさく |
morecredits=no |
epstaffpage=AG131-AG140 |
footnotes=* {{filb-eppics|ag|136}}}}
'''The Symbol Life''' (Japanese: '''初陣！バトルファクトリー！！（後編）''' ''First Battle! Battle Factory! (Part Two)'') is the 136th episode of the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, and the 410th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It was first broadcast in Japan on July 28, 2005 and in the United States on April 22, 2006.

{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

Ash has opted to battle Articuno with Charizard in his Battle Factory match. Now he's busy training with Charizard, who has gotten even stronger during its time in the Charicific Valley. Team Rocket, secretly watching from the roof of the Battle Factory, are hopeful they can snatch the impressive Pokémon for themselves. But when the battle gets underway, the roof of the Battle Factory opens and they fall into the main chamber where everyone can see them.

Articuno and Charizard waste no time in clearing out the intruders before Noland and Ash get down to business. This Articuno is tough and knows a Water-type attack, so Charizard is in for a rough time. The two Pokémon wage a fast-paced flying battle that looks like it might end in Noland's favor as Articuno ices up Charizard's wing. Good thing for Ash that Charizard has a new trick in store: Overheat!

Articuno also packs a powerful Steel Wing, but Charizard grabs it mid-attack and turns the move into a Seismic Toss. Articuno tries to get back up and battle, to no avail. Ash is awarded the Knowledge Symbol along with a Frontier Folio to hold his Battle Frontier Symbols, and Noland congratulates him on a battle well-fought. Next stop, the Battle Arena!

==Plot==
{{Ash}}, {{an|Brock}}, {{an|May}}, and [[Max]] are on their way through the {{Gdis|Battle Frontier|III}} in [[Kanto]], and are currently at the first challenge, the {{DL|Battle Frontier (Generation III)|Battle Factory}} run by [[Factory Head Noland]]. A recap of [[AG135|the events of last episode]], including the meeting of {{TP|Noland|Articuno}} and {{AP|Charizard}}, is shown.

We open up at sunset, and see Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}} riding Charizard. Ash wants to see how much stronger Charizard has become, and tells Charizard to go from a steep dive into a steep climb, which Charizard does with ease. "That was great!" Ash exclaims. "I see you've been training," he teases. Charizard roars affirmatively. Ash now wants to see some of Charizard's attacks. He asks for {{m|Flamethrower}}, and Charizard breathes a large, far-reaching flame in the sky, far more powerful than in [[EP271|his last match]] against [[Harrison's Blaziken]].

"Woah!" Max exclaims. "Look at that!" "It's amazing," May agrees. "Charizard's even more powerful than in the [[Johto League]]!" Max says. Brock explains that it's because Charizard keeps going up against all the other {{p|Charizard}} in the [[Charicific Valley]]. May doesn't understand why Ash [[EP134|left it there]] when they could have trained together. Brock tells May and Max how Ash thought that leaving it behind to train with the other Charizard would be the best thing for it. May thinks that's pretty cool and of how happy Ash and Charizard must be to be together again.

It cuts back to Ash, Pikachu, and Charizard as Ash orders a {{m|Dragon Breath}}. A dazzling burst of yellow-green flame erupts from Charizard's mouth, neatly blasting a hole through a cloud. Ash is impressed by Charizard's power and notes how much stronger it has become since the last time they met. He calls for some high-altitude flying, and Charizard shoots straight up, stunning May and Max with its {{stat|Speed}}.

{{TRT}} appears, watching Charizard through the binoculars. [[James]] claims that he can still feel the scorch marks from the last time they battled. {{MTR}} says that it should be an incredible match, "fighting fire with real fire" as he puts it. He thinks they should have lunch and watch the {{pkmn|battle}} while eating James's egg salad, but [[Jessie]] says no, and lays out her plan. They'll wait until Charizard tires out Articuno, and then they'll swipe the [[legendary Pokémon]] for {{an|Giovanni|their boss}}. Meowth wants to know what they'll do if Charizard gets beaten, and Jessie says they'll just take Charizard instead.

Ash, May, Brock, Max, and [[Scott]] are led into the Battle Factory's arena by [[Sergio]], Nolan's top assistant and the designated official of this match. Ash thinks that the arena is great, and can hardly wait for the battle to begin. Noland enters and tells Ash that it's been a while since he's had a top-notch opponent, and he hopes Ash knows that he won't hold back. Ash says that he was counting on it, and Noland calls in Articuno, while Ash sends out Charizard. Max says he's never seen a Pokémon as great as Articuno, and May thinks that it's really beautiful. Scott suggests that they all go up to the stands.

It cuts to Team Rocket standing on the roof of the Battle Factory. James wants to know why they are this high up, and Meowth explains that they'll cut a hole in the roof, and when Articuno flies up high enough, they'll grab it and head off to the Boss. They begin to cut a hole in the roof with welding torches.

Back inside the Battle Factory, Max says that this will be an awesome match-up, while Brock remarks about how he's never seen an Articuno battle before. May starts cheering for Ash, but suddenly the roof begins to open up. Scott explains that it was designed to do that so that {{type|Flying}} Pokémon would be able to use their full potential. Cut back to a startled Team Rocket, who fall off the roof and into the arena. They say their {{motto}} and try to grab Articuno while it's still at full strength. Articuno uses {{m|Ice Beam}} and freezes them, then Ash uses Charizard's Flamethrower and Pikachu's {{m|Thunderbolt}} to send them blasting off.

The match finally begins, and both Charizard and Articuno fly up into the air. Charizard uses Flamethrower. Articuno counters with Ice Beam, and the two attacks meet. Flamethrower burns right through Ice Beam, striking Articuno for a direct hit, and sending it crashing into the ground. Ash is exultant that Charizard can stand up to Articuno, but it flies straight back into the air, not looking any worse for wear. Ash calls for another Flamethrower, but Articuno uses its speed to evade the attack and fly right past the {{type|Fire}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}. Noland tells Articuno to spin in a steep dive and Ash tells Charizard to fly right for it. Articuno uses {{m|Mist}}, and Charizard can't see. It hovers in midair until Articuno flies right into it, sending Charizard to the ground. Cut to the spectators and Brock comments how Mist is usually used for defense, or even to help the Pokémon using it escape, but he's never seen it used like that before.

Charizard stands up, shaking its head. It looks up just in time to see Articuno fly straight for it out of the Mist cloud. Ash calls for Dragon Breath, and though Articuno dodges twice, it is hit on the third try. Noland calls for Ice Beam, and it strikes Charizard on the wing. Ash calls for Flamethrower, which Articuno dodges and hits Charizard with a {{m|Steel Wing}}. Charizard falls from a huge height and crashes into the earth again.

Charizard stands up, growling. It looks battered, but Articuno is still unmarked. Articuno hits Charizard with a {{m|Water Pulse}}, sending Charizard into the wall. Ash calls for Charizard to get up, but it hunches its neck. Ash is getting really nervous, and thinks he may have only one chance left.

It cuts to last night, when Ash was seeing what Charizard could do. Ash, riding his Pokémon, says "Well, that's it for attacks!" right before Charizard begins glowing red. Charizard looks back at Ash and smiles with satisfaction. Ash is stunned and says "Have you learned that attack all by yourself?" Charizard glows even more brightly, and a huge ball of red energy envelops them as the flashback fades.

However, Ash decides that it's still too soon to use that attack. Articuno uses Ice Beam, striking Charizard's wingtip, freezing it. Charizard falls from the air and spins along the ground as Articuno uses Water Pulse on the ice that hit the ground. The ice shatters, and flies towards Charizard, who shields himself with a wing, but a big piece knocks him off balance. Ash tells Charizard to climb in the hope that he will be able to avoid another combination attack. May notices that something is wrong with Charizard, it's flying much too slowly. Brock sees that the wingtip is still frozen. Scott realizes that the reason Noland kept getting Articuno to use Ice Beam was because even though it wasn't very effective, he knew that eventually it would freeze part of Charizard. Noland tells Articuno to use another combination of Ice Beam and Water Pulse, and Ash gets Charizard to use Flamethrower on the ice shards, but some get past the attack and strike Charizard. Noland tells Articuno to finish the battle by getting above Charizard. Ash realizes it's time to use that attack Charizard learned all on its own. He tells Charizard to get above Articuno, and use {{m|Overheat}}! Charizard glows bright red, and the ice on the wing melts. Noland and Articuno are both stunned. So are May and Max. May didn't realize that Charizard could know that move, and Max remembers that it was never used in the Johto League.

Both Pokémon zoom higher and higher into the air. Ash orders Overheat, and a blast of white flame is sent at Articuno. The legendary bird counters with {{m|Water Pulse}}, which results in an explosion when the two attacks meet. Light fills the stadium, and when it fades, and huge cloud of smoke hides the Pokémon from each other. Noland orders a {{m|Steel Wing}}. Articuno bursts from the smoke and scores a direct hit. Charizard looks tired and very battered, while Articuno is still as strong as ever. Brock realizes that Charizard won't be able to withstand another direct hit by any attack. Ash knows that he can't use Overheat anymore - it won't be as effective. He realizes that there is only one chance left to win the battle.

Noland tells Ash he has battled bravely, but it's time to end the battle. He orders another Steel Wing. Charizard stays unmoving in midair, as May, Brock, Scott, and Max watch in anxiety. Right before Articuno can strike, Ash orders Charizard to grab it. Charizard grabs the glowing wings with its claws, taking both Noland and Articuno by surprise. Ash directs Charizard to perform a {{m|Seismic Toss}}! Charizard brings Articuno in close, and spins downward, faster than ever before. They collide with the ground, raising a large cloud of dust. When it finally clears, Charizard is seen stretched out on the ground, seemingly unable to move, oddly reminiscent of Ash's final match in the Johto League Championships. Articuno struggles to its feet. The official begins to call the battle, but Noland tells him to wait until the battle is over for sure, right as Articuno [[fainting|collapses]]. Then Charizard manages to struggle to its feet. With Articuno fainted, Charizard has won, defeating a legendary Pokémon, and giving Ash his first [[Symbol|Battle Frontier Symbol]] in the process.

Ash and friends say goodbye to Noland, Scott, Sergio, and Articuno and leave the Battle Factory. Ash says goodbye once again to Charizard as it heads back to the Charicific Valley, and the group sets off for the next Battle Frontier challenge.

==Major events==
* [[Ash's Charizard]] is revealed to have learned {{m|Dragon Breath}} and {{m|Overheat}}.
* {{Ash}} and Charizard defeat {{FB|Factory Head|Noland}} and {{TP|Noland|Articuno}}, earning him the [[Symbol|Knowledge Symbol]].
* Ash receives the {{DL|Trainer Card (game)|Frontier Pass|Frontierfolio}}.
* Charizard returns to the [[Charicific Valley]].
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|May}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Max]]
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{FB|Factory Head|Noland}}
* [[Sergio]]
* [[Scott]]
* [[Nurse Joy]]

===Pokémon===
[[File:PTC AG136.png|thumb|200px|right|Pokémon Trainer's Choice]]
[[Pokémon Trainer's Choice]]: {{p|Spoink}}

* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Chimecho}} ({{OP|James|Chimecho}})
* {{p|Charizard}} ({{OP|Ash|Charizard}}; leaves)
* {{p|Munchlax}} ({{OP|May|Munchlax}}; flashback)
* {{p|Articuno}} ({{OP|Noland|Articuno}}; temporary)

==Trivia==
* This episode marks the first time that a [[legendary Pokémon]] has been defeated in a one-on-one battle with a non-legendary Pokémon.
* This is the only [[Frontier Brain]] challenge that is dubbed by [[4Kids Entertainment|4Kids]].
* This episode's title is based on the phrase "{{wp|Simple living|the simple life}}."
* This is the last episode in which [[Greg Abbey]] plays [[Scott]].
* Music from ''[[M02|The Power of One]]'', specifically a bit of Lugia's theme, plays while Charizard is using Seismic Toss on Articuno.
* Articuno's eyes did not turn to swirls when it was knocked out like with most Pokémon, they merely stayed closed when it collapsed.
* Parts of this episode were reanimated and used for flashback material for ''[[BW116|The Fires of a Red-Hot Reunion]]''.

===Errors===
[[File:AG136 error.png|thumb|225px|right|Three-winged Charizard error]]
* Before the battle begins in the dub, Scott says that he will finally see Ash battle, but he was the referee of Ash's battle against [[Agatha]] just [[AG132|a few episodes ago]].
* In the dub, when Charizard is first hit by Ice Beam, Max states that the move should have no effect on Charizard since it is a {{t|Fire}} type. This is untrue because {{type|Ice}} attacks on Fire-type Pokémon are [[damage modification#type effectiveness|not very effective]], not ineffective. Furthermore, since Charizard's secondary type is {{t|Flying}}, Ice Beam should do normal damage.
* In the dub, Scott says, "{{m|Overheat}} attacks lose their effectiveness and cause less damage each time they're used." While partially true, it implies that only the move itself loses power instead of its actual effect, which lowers the Pokémon's {{stat|Special Attack}} and thus the effectiveness of all [[Special move]]s.
** However, this error has been present since the first time Overheat was used in Ash's Gym Battle with Flannery in Lavaridge Town.
* When Articuno hits Charizard's wingtip with Ice Beam, three frames show Charizard with two left wings, one frozen and one not.

===Dub edits===
====[[Pokémon Trainer's Choice]]====
* Question: Trainers, Which of these Pokémon has only one evolution?
* Choices: {{p|Whismur}}, {{p|Spoink}}, {{p|Beldum}}
* Answer: OK, Trainers! If you chose {{p|Spoink}}, you were right!

==In other languages==
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title_en=The Symbol Life |
title_ja=初陣！バトルファクトリー！！（後編） |
title_ja_trans=First Battle! Battle Factory! (Part Two) |
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broadcast_jp=July 28, 2005 |
broadcast_us=April 22, 2006 |
en_series=Pokémon Advanced Battle |
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'''The Symbol Life''' (Japanese: '''初陣！バトルファクトリー！！（後編）''' ''First Battle! Battle Factory! (Part Two)'') is the 136th episode of the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, and the 410th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It was first broadcast in Japan on July 28, 2005 and in the United States on April 22, 2006.

{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

Ash has opted to battle Articuno with Charizard in his Battle Factory match. Now he's busy training with Charizard, who has gotten even stronger during its time in the Charicific Valley. Team Rocket, secretly watching from the roof of the Battle Factory, are hopeful they can snatch the impressive Pokémon for themselves. But when the battle gets underway, the roof of the Battle Factory opens and they fall into the main chamber where everyone can see them.

Articuno and Charizard waste no time in clearing out the intruders before Noland and Ash get down to business. This Articuno is tough and knows a Water-type attack, so Charizard is in for a rough time. The two Pokémon wage a fast-paced flying battle that looks like it might end in Noland's favor as Articuno ices up Charizard's wing. Good thing for Ash that Charizard has a new trick in store: Overheat!

Articuno also packs a powerful Steel Wing, but Charizard grabs it mid-attack and turns the move into a Seismic Toss. Articuno tries to get back up and battle, to no avail. Ash is awarded the Knowledge Symbol along with a Frontier Folio to hold his Battle Frontier Symbols, and Noland congratulates him on a battle well-fought. Next stop, the Battle Arena!

==Plot==
{{Ash}}, {{an|Brock}}, {{an|May}}, and [[Max]] are on their way through the {{Gdis|Battle Frontier|III}} in [[Kanto]], and are currently at the first challenge, the {{DL|Battle Frontier (Generation III)|Battle Factory}} run by [[Factory Head Noland]]. A recap of [[AG135|the events of last episode]], including the meeting of {{TP|Noland|Articuno}} and {{AP|Charizard}}, is shown.

We open up at sunset, and see Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}} riding Charizard. Ash wants to see how much stronger Charizard has become, and tells Charizard to go from a steep dive into a steep climb, which Charizard does with ease. "That was great!" Ash exclaims. "I see you've been training," he teases. Charizard roars affirmatively. Ash now wants to see some of Charizard's attacks. He asks for {{m|Flamethrower}}, and Charizard breathes a large, far-reaching flame in the sky, far more powerful than in [[EP271|his last match]] against [[Harrison's Blaziken]].

"Woah!" Max exclaims. "Look at that!" "It's amazing," May agrees. "Charizard's even more powerful than in the [[Johto League]]!" Max says. Brock explains that it's because Charizard keeps going up against all the other {{p|Charizard}} in the [[Charicific Valley]]. May doesn't understand why Ash [[EP134|left it there]] when they could have trained together. Brock tells May and Max how Ash thought that leaving it behind to train with the other Charizard would be the best thing for it. May thinks that's pretty cool and of how happy Ash and Charizard must be to be together again.

It cuts back to Ash, Pikachu, and Charizard as Ash orders a {{m|Dragon Breath}}. A dazzling burst of yellow-green flame erupts from Charizard's mouth, neatly blasting a hole through a cloud. Ash is impressed by Charizard's power and notes how much stronger it has become since the last time they met. He calls for some high-altitude flying, and Charizard shoots straight up, stunning May and Max with its {{stat|Speed}}.

{{TRT}} appears, watching Charizard through the binoculars. [[James]] claims that he can still feel the scorch marks from the last time they battled. {{MTR}} says that it should be an incredible match, "fighting fire with real fire" as he puts it. He thinks they should have lunch and watch the {{pkmn|battle}} while eating James's egg salad, but [[Jessie]] says no, and lays out her plan. They'll wait until Charizard tires out Articuno, and then they'll swipe the [[legendary Pokémon]] for {{an|Giovanni|their boss}}. Meowth wants to know what they'll do if Charizard gets beaten, and Jessie says they'll just take Charizard instead.

Ash, May, Brock, Max, and [[Scott]] are led into the Battle Factory's arena by [[Sergio]], Nolan's top assistant and the designated official of this match. Ash thinks that the arena is great, and can hardly wait for the battle to begin. Noland enters and tells Ash that it's been a while since he's had a top-notch opponent, and he hopes Ash knows that he won't hold back. Ash says that he was counting on it, and Noland calls in Articuno, while Ash sends out Charizard. Max says he's never seen a Pokémon as great as Articuno, and May thinks that it's really beautiful. Scott suggests that they all go up to the stands.

It cuts to Team Rocket standing on the roof of the Battle Factory. James wants to know why they are this high up, and Meowth explains that they'll cut a hole in the roof, and when Articuno flies up high enough, they'll grab it and head off to the Boss. They begin to cut a hole in the roof with welding torches.

Back inside the Battle Factory, Max says that this will be an awesome match-up, while Brock remarks about how he's never seen an Articuno battle before. May starts cheering for Ash, but suddenly the roof begins to open up. Scott explains that it was designed to do that so that {{type|Flying}} Pokémon would be able to use their full potential. Cut back to a startled Team Rocket, who fall off the roof and into the arena. They say their {{motto}} and try to grab Articuno while it's still at full strength. Articuno uses {{m|Ice Beam}} and freezes them, then Ash uses Charizard's Flamethrower and Pikachu's {{m|Thunderbolt}} to send them blasting off.

The match finally begins, and both Charizard and Articuno fly up into the air. Charizard uses Flamethrower. Articuno counters with Ice Beam, and the two attacks meet. Flamethrower burns right through Ice Beam, striking Articuno for a direct hit, and sending it crashing into the ground. Ash is exultant that Charizard can stand up to Articuno, but it flies straight back into the air, not looking any worse for wear. Ash calls for another Flamethrower, but Articuno uses its speed to evade the attack and fly right past the {{type|Fire}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}. Noland tells Articuno to spin in a steep dive and Ash tells Charizard to fly right for it. Articuno uses {{m|Mist}}, and Charizard can't see. It hovers in midair until Articuno flies right into it, sending Charizard to the ground. Cut to the spectators and Brock comments how Mist is usually used for defense, or even to help the Pokémon using it escape, but he's never seen it used like that before.

Charizard stands up, shaking its head. It looks up just in time to see Articuno fly straight for it out of the Mist cloud. Ash calls for Dragon Breath, and though Articuno dodges twice, it is hit on the third try. Noland calls for Ice Beam, and it strikes Charizard on the wing. Ash calls for Flamethrower, which Articuno dodges and hits Charizard with a {{m|Steel Wing}}. Charizard falls from a huge height and crashes into the earth again.

Charizard stands up, growling. It looks battered, but Articuno is still unmarked. Articuno hits Charizard with a {{m|Water Pulse}}, sending Charizard into the wall. Ash calls for Charizard to get up, but it hunches its neck. Ash is getting really nervous, and thinks he may have only one chance left.

It cuts to last night, when Ash was seeing what Charizard could do. Ash, riding his Pokémon, says "Well, that's it for attacks!" right before Charizard begins glowing red. Charizard looks back at Ash and smiles with satisfaction. Ash is stunned and says "Have you learned that attack all by yourself?" Charizard glows even more brightly, and a huge ball of red energy envelops them as the flashback fades.

However, Ash decides that it's still too soon to use that attack. Articuno uses Ice Beam, striking Charizard's wingtip, freezing it. Charizard falls from the air and spins along the ground as Articuno uses Water Pulse on the ice that hit the ground. The ice shatters, and flies towards Charizard, who shields himself with a wing, but a big piece knocks him off balance. Ash tells Charizard to climb in the hope that he will be able to avoid another combination attack. May notices that something is wrong with Charizard, it's flying much too slowly. Brock sees that the wingtip is still frozen. Scott realizes that the reason Noland kept getting Articuno to use Ice Beam was because even though it wasn't very effective, he knew that eventually it would freeze part of Charizard. Noland tells Articuno to use another combination of Ice Beam and Water Pulse, and Ash gets Charizard to use Flamethrower on the ice shards, but some get past the attack and strike Charizard. Noland tells Articuno to finish the battle by getting above Charizard. Ash realizes it's time to use that attack Charizard learned all on its own. He tells Charizard to get above Articuno, and use {{m|Overheat}}! Charizard glows bright red, and the ice on the wing melts. Noland and Articuno are both stunned. So are May and Max. May didn't realize that Charizard could know that move, and Max remembers that it was never used in the Johto League.

Both Pokémon zoom higher and higher into the air. Ash orders Overheat, and a blast of white flame is sent at Articuno. The legendary bird counters with {{m|Water Pulse}}, which results in an explosion when the two attacks meet. Light fills the stadium, and when it fades, and huge cloud of smoke hides the Pokémon from each other. Noland orders a {{m|Steel Wing}}. Articuno bursts from the smoke and scores a direct hit. Charizard looks tired and very battered, while Articuno is still as strong as ever. Brock realizes that Charizard won't be able to withstand another direct hit by any attack. Ash knows that he can't use Overheat anymore - it won't be as effective. He realizes that there is only one chance left to win the battle.

Noland tells Ash he has battled bravely, but it's time to end the battle. He orders another Steel Wing. Charizard stays unmoving in midair, as May, Brock, Scott, and Max watch in anxiety. Right before Articuno can strike, Ash orders Charizard to grab it. Charizard grabs the glowing wings with its claws, taking both Noland and Articuno by surprise. Ash directs Charizard to perform a {{m|Seismic Toss}}! Charizard brings Articuno in close, and spins downward, faster than ever before. They collide with the ground, raising a large cloud of dust. When it finally clears, Charizard is seen stretched out on the ground, seemingly unable to move, oddly reminiscent of Ash's final match in the Johto League Championships. Articuno struggles to its feet. The official begins to call the battle, but Noland tells him to wait until the battle is over for sure, right as Articuno [[fainting|collapses]]. Then Charizard manages to struggle to its feet. With Articuno fainted, Charizard has won, defeating a legendary Pokémon, and giving Ash his first [[Symbol|Battle Frontier Symbol]] in the process.

Ash and friends say goodbye to Noland, Scott, Sergio, and Articuno and leave the Battle Factory. Ash says goodbye once again to Charizard as it heads back to the Charicific Valley, and the group sets off for the next Battle Frontier challenge.

==Major events==
* [[Ash's Charizard]] is revealed to have learned {{m|Dragon Breath}} and {{m|Overheat}}.
* {{Ash}} and Charizard defeat {{FB|Factory Head|Noland}} and {{TP|Noland|Articuno}}, earning him the [[Symbol|Knowledge Symbol]].
* Ash receives the {{DL|Trainer Card (game)|Frontier Pass|Frontierfolio}}.
* Charizard returns to the [[Charicific Valley]].
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|May}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Max]]
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{FB|Factory Head|Noland}}
* [[Sergio]]
* [[Scott]]
* [[Nurse Joy]]

===Pokémon===
[[File:PTC AG136.png|thumb|200px|right|Pokémon Trainer's Choice]]
[[Pokémon Trainer's Choice]]: {{p|Spoink}}

* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Chimecho}} ({{OP|James|Chimecho}})
* {{p|Charizard}} ({{OP|Ash|Charizard}}; leaves)
* {{p|Munchlax}} ({{OP|May|Munchlax}}; flashback)
* {{p|Articuno}} ({{OP|Noland|Articuno}}; temporary)

==Trivia==
* This episode marks the first time that a [[legendary Pokémon]] has been defeated in a one-on-one battle with a non-legendary Pokémon.
* This is the only [[Frontier Brain]] challenge that is dubbed by [[4Kids Entertainment|4Kids]].
* This episode's title is based on the phrase "{{wp|Simple living|the simple life}}."
* This is the last episode in which [[Greg Abbey]] plays [[Scott]].
* Music from ''[[M02|The Power of One]]'', specifically Lugia's theme, plays while Charizard is using Seismic Toss on Articuno.
* Articuno's eyes did not turn to swirls when it was knocked out like with most Pokémon, they merely stayed closed when it collapsed.
* Parts of this episode were reanimated and used for flashback material for ''[[BW116|The Fires of a Red-Hot Reunion]]''.

===Errors===
[[File:AG136 error.png|thumb|225px|right|Three-winged Charizard error]]
* Before the battle begins in the dub, Scott says that he will finally see Ash battle, but he was the referee of Ash's battle against [[Agatha]] just [[AG132|a few episodes ago]].
* In the dub, when Charizard is first hit by Ice Beam, Max states that the move should have no effect on Charizard since it is a {{t|Fire}} type. This is untrue because {{type|Ice}} attacks on Fire-type Pokémon are [[damage modification#type effectiveness|not very effective]], not ineffective. Furthermore, since Charizard's secondary type is {{t|Flying}}, Ice Beam should do normal damage.
* In the dub, Scott says, "{{m|Overheat}} attacks lose their effectiveness and cause less damage each time they're used." While partially true, it implies that only the move itself loses power instead of its actual effect, which lowers the Pokémon's {{stat|Special Attack}} and thus the effectiveness of all [[Special move]]s.
** However, this error has been present since the first time Overheat was used in Ash's Gym Battle with Flannery in Lavaridge Town.
* When Articuno hits Charizard's wingtip with Ice Beam, three frames show Charizard with two left wings, one frozen and one not.

===Dub edits===
====[[Pokémon Trainer's Choice]]====
* Question: Trainers, Which of these Pokémon has only one evolution?
* Choices: {{p|Whismur}}, {{p|Spoink}}, {{p|Beldum}}
* Answer: OK, Trainers! If you chose {{p|Spoink}}, you were right!

==In other languages==
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Kichu200211: /* Serena's hints */

{{ship}}
'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===
{{incomplete|2=More hints from XY114}}
*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].
:*While Ash's Hawlucha is struggling against Ramos's Weepinbell after being poisoned, there is a momentary close-up on Serena's worried face.

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:* After the group getting captured, Jessie remarked on Serena's haircut and James asks,"Perhaps nursing a broken heart?", Serena responds angrily,"THAT IS NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS!!"
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by [[Shinobu]]. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash.

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.
:*When Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena see Ash safe in the village, Serena is the first to call out his name.

*[[XY111]]
:* When Miette asks Ash who he would cheer for if she and Serena were opponents, Serena starts blushing in the background.
:* When Miette asks Serena if they've progressed, Serena gets annoyed and pulls her away to start chewing her out.

*[[XY112]]
:* As Serena's rivals split up after the Master Class Showcase, Miette teases Serena concerning her relationship with Ash, causing Serena to blush, before leaving.
:* Serena is later seen contemplating her future alone, when Ash finds her. Ash then encourages her, which resolves her confusion.
:* When Serena explained to [[Palermo]] why she turned down her offer to be under the ex-Kalos Queen's tutoring, one of the reasons she states was that she wish to continue her journey with Ash.

*[[XY114]]
:*When Ash gets wet, Serena tosses him a towel, clearly worried about him.
:*When Ash is about to say Iron Tail, Serena imagines that he is about to say "Love" or "I love you".
:*When Ash is sick and holds hands with Serena, she blushes intensely.
:*While Serena is placing a washrag on Ash's head her hand lingers around his face.
:*When Jimmy appears & asks for a battle Serena continually keeps trying to make sure Ash isn't disturbed in concern for his health.
:*When Bonnie teases Serena about her dressing up as Ash she Blushes intensely.
:*When Ash steps in against Team Rocket Serena asks Ash "If he's alright" with a concerned tone of voice.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.
:* When Serena & Bonnie are telling the others about Eevee Ash immediately blames himself for Serena not being able to approach Eevee; and appears almost apologetic about it to Serena.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance, cheering loudly for her when she wins.
:*When Bonnie comments that Serena and her Pokemon look happy during Freestyle, Ash says that makes him feel happy too.
:*Ash is also the first one who shouts her name and congratulates her after she wins the Showcase.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.

*[[XY109]]
:* When the group decides to split up to get to town, Ash calls out to Serena to be careful with a serious and concerned tone of voice.
:* After delivering the medicine to the village when Ash tells Pikachu lets go find "Serena & the others" Serena is mentioned first & also the only one mentioned by name.

*[[XY110]]
:* When Serena wants to go see an exhibit, Ash accepts to this, enthusiastically as well.

*[[XY111]]
:* When Miette asks Ash who he will support if there is a contest between her and Serena, he tells her that he will definitely cheer for Serena.
:* Ash seems to support Serena greatly when she came on.
:* When they were voting, Ash screams out her name more loudly than the others.

*[[XY112]]
:* After the Master Class tournament, Serena is seen contemplating her future alone. When Ash goes and finds her, he first shows concern for her wrist which she injured, and then encourages her for the sake of her goal.
*[[XY114]]
:* When Ash is walking towards Serena while he's sick, he falls into her arms.
:* When Ash is next to Serena he reaches over and grabs her hand.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
*During the intros, Ash usually appears first, followed by Serena.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It can be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, four recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, {{an|Shauna}} and [[Nini]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.
*Thus far Serena is the only "Female traveling companion" to ever dress up & impersonate Ash.
*Serena is the first "female Traveling Companion" Ash has never Argued or gotten into a fight with.
*On multiple occasions Ash has shown "nervousness" around Serena.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*Both have worn Ash's outfit.
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===

*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].
:*While Ash's Hawlucha is struggling against Ramos's Weepinbell after being poisoned, there is a momentary close-up on Serena's worried face.

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:* After the group getting captured, Jessie remarked on Serena's haircut and James asks,"Perhaps nursing a broken heart?", Serena responds angrily,"THAT IS NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS!!"
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash.

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.
:*When Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena see Ash safe in the village, Serena is the first to call out his name.

*[[XY111]]
:* When Miette asks Ash who he would cheer for if she and Serena were opponents, Serena starts blushing in the background.
:** When Miette asks Serena if they've progressed, Serena gets annoyed and pulls her away to start chewing her out.

*[[XY112]]
:* As Serena's rivals split up after the Master Class Showcase, Miette teases Serena concerning her relationship with Ash, causing Serena to blush, before leaving.
:* Serena is later seen contemplating her future alone, when Ash finds her. Ash then encourages her, which resolves her confusion.
:* When Serena explained to [[Palermo]] why she turned down her offer to be under the ex-Kalos Queen's tutoring, one of the reasons she states was that she wish to continue her journey with Ash.
*[[XY114]]
:* In the preview, When Ash is sick and asks Serena to battle the rock star and his [[Pikachu]] for him, Serena blushes intensly.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance, cheering loudly for her when she wins.
:*When Bonnie comments that Serena and her Pokemon look happy during Freestyle, Ash says that makes him feel happy too.
:*Ash is also the first one who shouts her name and congratulates her after she wins the Showcase.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.

*[[XY109]]
:* When the group decides to split up to get to town, Ash calls out to Serena to be careful with a serious and concerned tone of voice.

*[[XY110]]
:* When Serena wants to go see an exhibit, Ash accepts to this, enthusiastically as well.

*[[XY111]]
:* When Miette asks Ash who he will support if there is a contest between her and Serena, he tells her that he will definitely cheer for Serena.
:* Ash seems to support Serena greatly when she came on.
:* When they were voting, Ash screams out her name more loudly than the others.

*[[XY112]]
:* After the Master Class tournament, Serena is seen contemplating her future alone. When Ash goes and finds her, he first shows concern for her wrist which she injured, and then encourages her for the sake of her goal.
*[[XY114]]
:* Ash holds Serena's hand when he asks her to battle the rock star and his Pikachu for him. This causes Serena to blush intensely.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
*During the intros, Ash usually appears first, followed by Serena.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It can be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, four recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, {{an|Shauna}} and [[Nini]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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[[zh:配對:小智與莎莉娜]]

AmourShipping

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Kichu200211: /* Ash's hints */

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===

*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].
:*While Ash's Hawlucha is struggling against Ramos's Weepinbell after being poisoned, there is a momentary close-up on Serena's worried face.

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:* After the group getting captured, Jessie remarked on Serena's haircut and James asks,"Perhaps nursing a broken heart?", Serena responds angrily,"THAT IS NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS!!"
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash.

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.
:*When Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena see Ash safe in the village, Serena is the first to call out his name.

*[[XY111]]
:* When Miette asks Ash who he would cheer for if she and Serena were opponents, Serena starts blushing in the background.
:** When Miette asks Serena if they've progressed, Serena gets annoyed and pulls her away to start chewing her out.

*[[XY112]]
:* As Serena's rivals split up after the Master Class Showcase, Miette teases Serena concerning her relationship with Ash, causing Serena to blush, before leaving.
:* Serena is later seen contemplating her future alone, when Ash finds her. Ash then encourages her, which resolves her confusion.
:* When Serena explained to [[Palermo]] why she turned down her offer to be under the ex-Kalos Queen's tutoring, one of the reasons she states was that she wish to continue her journey with Ash.
*[[XY114]]
:* In the preview, When Ash is sick and asks Serena to battle the rock star and his [[Pikachu]] for him, Serena blushes intensly.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance, cheering loudly for her when she wins.
:*When Bonnie comments that Serena and her Pokemon look happy during Freestyle, Ash says that makes him feel happy too.
:*Ash is also the first one who shouts her name and congratulates her after she wins the Showcase.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.

*[[XY109]]
:* When the group decides to split up to get to town, Ash calls out to Serena to be careful with a serious and concerned tone of voice.

*[[XY110]]
:* When Serena wants to go see an exhibit, Ash accepts to this, enthusiastically as well.

*[[XY111]]
:* When Miette asks Ash who he will support if there is a contest between her and Serena, he tells her that he will definitely cheer for Serena.
:* Ash seems to support Serena greatly when she came on.
:* When they were voting, Ash screams out her name more loudly than the others.

*[[XY112]]
:* After the Master Class tournament, Serena is seen contemplating her future alone. When Ash goes and finds her, he first shows concern for her wrist which she injured, and then encourages her for the sake of her goal.
*[[114]]
:* Ash holds Serena's hand when he asks her to battle the rock star and his Pikachu for him. This causes Serena to blush intensely.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
*During the intros, Ash usually appears first, followed by Serena.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It can be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, four recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, {{an|Shauna}} and [[Nini]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===

*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].
:*While Ash's Hawlucha is struggling against Ramos's Weepinbell after being poisoned, there is a momentary close-up on Serena's worried face.

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:* After the group getting captured, Jessie remarked on Serena's haircut and James asks,"Perhaps nursing a broken heart?", Serena responds angrily,"THAT IS NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS!!"
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash.

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.
:*When Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena see Ash safe in the village, Serena is the first to call out his name.

*[[XY111]]
:* When Miette asks Ash who he would cheer for if she and Serena were opponents, Serena starts blushing in the background.
:** When Miette asks Serena if they've progressed, Serena gets annoyed and pulls her away to start chewing her out.

*[[XY112]]
:* As Serena's rivals split up after the Master Class Showcase, Miette teases Serena concerning her relationship with Ash, causing Serena to blush, before leaving.
:* Serena is later seen contemplating her future alone, when Ash finds her. Ash then encourages her, which resolves her confusion.
:* When Serena explained to [[Palermo]] why she turned down her offer to be under the ex-Kalos Queen's tutoring, one of the reasons she states was that she wish to continue her journey with Ash.
*[[XY114]]
:* In the preview, When Ash is sick and asks Serena to battle the rock star and his [[Pikachu]] for him, Serena blushes intensly.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance, cheering loudly for her when she wins.
:*When Bonnie comments that Serena and her Pokemon look happy during Freestyle, Ash says that makes him feel happy too.
:*Ash is also the first one who shouts her name and congratulates her after she wins the Showcase.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.

*[[XY109]]
:* When the group decides to split up to get to town, Ash calls out to Serena to be careful with a serious and concerned tone of voice.

*[[XY110]]
:* When Serena wants to go see an exhibit, Ash accepts to this, enthusiastically as well.

*[[XY111]]
:* When Miette asks Ash who he will support if there is a contest between her and Serena, he tells her that he will definitely cheer for Serena.
:* Ash seems to support Serena greatly when she came on.
:* When they were voting, Ash screams out her name more loudly than the others.

*[[XY112]]
:* After the Master Class tournament, Serena is seen contemplating her future alone. When Ash goes and finds her, he first shows concern for her wrist which she injured, and then encourages her for the sake of her goal.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
*During the intros, Ash usually appears first, followed by Serena.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It can be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, four recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, {{an|Shauna}} and [[Nini]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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[[zh:配對:小智與莎莉娜]]

AmourShipping

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Kichu200211: /* Ash's hints */

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===

*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].
:*While Ash's Hawlucha is struggling against Ramos's Weepinbell after being poisoned, there is a momentary close-up on Serena's worried face.

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:* After the group getting captured, Jessie remarked on Serena's haircut and James asks,"Perhaps nursing a broken heart?", Serena responds angrily,"THAT IS NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS!!"
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash.

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.
:*When Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena see Ash safe in the village, Serena is the first to call out his name.

*[[XY111]]
:* When Miette asks Ash who he would cheer for if she and Serena were opponents, Serena starts blushing in the background.
:** When Miette asks Serena if they've progressed, Serena gets annoyed and pulls her away to start chewing her out.

*[[XY112]]
:* As Serena's rivals split up after the Master Class Showcase, Miette teases Serena concerning her relationship with Ash, causing Serena to blush, before leaving.
:* Serena is later seen contemplating her future alone, when Ash finds her. Ash then encourages her, which resolves her confusion.
:* When Serena explained to [[Palermo]] why she turned down her offer to be under the ex-Kalos Queen's tutoring, one of the reasons she states was that she wish to continue her journey with Ash.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance, cheering loudly for her when she wins.
:*When Bonnie comments that Serena and her Pokemon look happy during Freestyle, Ash says that makes him feel happy too.
:*Ash is also the first one who shouts her name and congratulates her after she wins the Showcase.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.

*[[XY110]]
:* When Serena wants to go see an exhibit, Ash accepts to this, enthusiastically as well.

*[[XY111]]
:* When Miette asks Ash who he will support if there is a contest between her and Serena, he tells her that he will definitely cheer for Serena.
:* Ash seems to support Serena greatly when she came on.
:* When they were voting, Ash screams out her name more loudly than the others.

*[[XY112]]
:* After the Master Class tournament, Serena is seen contemplating her future alone. When Ash goes and finds her, he first shows concern for her wrist which she injured, and then encourages her for the sake of her goal.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
*During the intros, Ash usually appears first, followed by Serena.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It can be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, four recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, {{an|Shauna}} and [[Nini]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===
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*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].
:*While Ash's Hawlucha is struggling against Ramos's Weepinbell after being poisoned, there is a momentary close-up on Serena's worried face.

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:* After the group getting captured, Jessie remarked on Serena's haircut and James asks,"Perhaps nursing a broken heart?", Serena responds angrily,"THAT IS NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS!!"
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.
:*When Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena see Ash safe in the village, Serena is the first to call out his name.

*[[XY111]]
:* When Miette asks Ash who he would cheer for if she and Serena were opponents, Serena starts blushing in the background.
:** When Miette asks Serena if they've progressed, Serena gets annoyed and pulls her away to start chewing her out.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance, cheering loudly for her when she wins.
:*When Bonnie comments that Serena and her Pokemon look happy during Freestyle, Ash says that makes him feel happy too.
:*Ash is also the first one who shouts her name and congratulates her after she wins the Showcase.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.

*[[XY110]]
:* When Serena wants to go to a store, Ash accepts to this, enthusiastically as well.

*[[XY111]]
:* When Miette asks Ash who he will support if there is a contest between her and Serena, he tells her that he will definitely cheer for Serena.
:* Ash seems to support Serena greatly when she came on.
:* When they were voting, Ash screams out her name more loudly than the others.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
*During the intros, Ash usually appears first, followed by Serena.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It can be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, four recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, {{an|Shauna}} and [[Nini]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.
*In [[XY112]], Ash goes to find what is wrong with Serena, when Serena talks about how optimistic Ash always is, Ash gets confused, and Pikachu says its name in a sigh.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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[[File:PokéShipping EToP.png|thumb|250px|right|Ash and Misty in [[The Electric Tale of Pikachu]] {{pkmn|manga}}]]
'''PokéShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトカス''' ''SatoKasu'') is one of many names given to the couple of {{Ash}} and {{an|Misty}}, supported by many fans of the [[Pokémon anime]]. In the early years, PokéShipping was one of the most popular Ships in the fandom; it still maintains its strong following to this day, along with {{s|Advance}}, {{s|Contest}}, {{s|Pearl}}, and {{s|Amour}}.
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==Anime evidence==
In the beginning, Pikachu "fried" Misty's bike, and she then held Ash responsible. Misty began to follow Ash to make sure he would pay off his debt to her. They bickered constantly, but, needless to say, their friendship grew stronger as the series progressed. They relied on each other not only for friendship, but for support as well. Many fans have taken quotes and actions by characters as evidence for PokéShipping in the anime; however, some of this evidence appears only in the dub version and can still be taken as friendship depending on the point of view of the viewers. In the original Japanese, the dialogue is read as a friendship between Ash and Misty with no romantic undertones. In a reverse fashion, many of the quotes in support of PokéShipping in the Japanese version were changed completely when translated into the English dub to come across more like friendship.

===Misty's hints===
Most PokéShippers agree that Misty has a crush on Ash. This evidence became most prevalent during the Orange Season, long before it became occasional to have a girl have a crush on Ash.

*Misty tends to get irritated if Brock is cheering for a girl he likes instead of Ash. This is shown in ''[[EP077|The Fourth Round Rumble]]'', where Ash is battling [[Jeanette Fisher]] and Brock is cheering for the latter.

* ''[[EP003|Ash Catches a Pokémon]]''
:Ash, willing to continue his journey alone, is followed by Misty. Upon noticing her pursuing him in [[Viridian Forest]], Ash puts her on the spot and asks her, "Why are you still following me?" Misty sweat-drops and unconvincingly stutters back, "M...My [[bicycle|bike]]! I'm holding you responsible for my bike!" in an insincere manner.

:Why she is following him is made apparent near the end of the episode where she says, "I've never known anyone like him. He really does love Pokémon." She does so in body language befitting that of an infatuated girl. Also, in her statement, it is pretty much implied that she has some sort of interest in knowing Ash, who, at this point, is someone she barely knows. Furthermore, in this and the next episode, Misty seems very eager to make physical (if not courtly) contact with Ash.

* ''[[EP004|Challenge of the Samurai]]
:When Samurai is searching for Ash, Misty runs toward him, shouting, "Ash!" sounding worried or scared.

*''[[EP007|The Water Flowers of Cerulean City]]''
:Misty tells {{an|Daisy}} that she's back home because of Ash. The remark makes Daisy think Ash and Misty are a couple, which causes Misty to blush an intense shade of red. Also the episodes before this, while trying to get Ash to avoid coming to this city would suggest other locations, often stating because they are "so romantic".

*''[[EP009|The School of Hard Knocks]]''
:While Ash and {{an|Brock}} fall into infatuation with [[Giselle]], Misty gets angry. Some say that she was jealous because of Ash, while others say that it was {{s|Gym|because of Brock}}.

*''[[EP012|Here Comes The Squirtle Squad]]''
:When Ash gets caught in an explosion to protect {{AP|Squirtle}}, she screams Ash's name, while Brock just stares.

*''[[EP020|The Ghost of Maiden's Peak]]''
:When the ghost skulls attack them, Misty grabs Ash's arm and holds on to him tightly. Ash never seems to have any problem with this, if anything looking like he wanted to be comforted, suggesting that they both look to each other when they are scared and are not embarrassed by this.
: At the end of the episode, Misty invites Ash to dance. When Ash accepts, she takes his hand and they are then seen dancing together as the episode ends.

*''[[EP023|The Tower of Terror]]''
:At the beginning of the episode, Ash, Brock and Misty are walking through the mist on their way to Lavender Town and Brock says they should probably hold hands. Ash and Misty eagerly reply, "Okay!" The two of them hold hands and continue walking, but Brock, who came up with the idea, mistook Pikachu's tail for Ash's hand; only Ash and Misty are holding hands. Also, when Brock grabs Pikachu's tail because he can't see through the mist, Pikachu fires an electric attack out of fear and Misty grabs onto Ash.

:Later, when Misty thought that Ash had died, she is almost driven to tears, but then is interrupted by Ash who comes back to life. She wipes her nose and blushes.

*''[[EP035|The Legend Of Dratini]]''
:When Ash is about to jump in water to take out the bomb from the lake, Misty holds his hands saying its too dangerous. Brock is visibly doing nothing. It may be considered as a strong evidence from Misty's side.

*''[[EP032|The Ninja Poké-Showdown]]''
:As Ash, Misty, and Brock follow a [[Venonat]] through the Fuchsia Gym, Ash runs into a invisible wall. When the group turns away, Ash runs into another invisible wall and falls. When she sees this, Misty grabs Ash by the waist and helps him up. Her face expresses concern. After Ash has gotten up, Misty continues to hold on to his arm for a few moments. Brock is completely still while this is happening.

:Later, when Misty and Brock think Ash had died, Misty is almost driven to tears.


*''[[EP043|March of the Exeggutor Squad]]''
:When Misty sees Ash lying unconscious on the ground, she panics and runs to his side, begging Pikachu to "do something."

*''[[EP046|Attack of the Prehistoric Pokémon]]''
:When Misty, Brock, and Squirtle are digging through the rocks to save Ash, Misty, in the dub, says to herself "Listen Ash you'd better hold on, don't forget you still owe me a new bike!" In the original Japanese Misty says Ash had better not die on her, suggesting that she needs to reassure herself that Ash is okay.

* ''[[EP059|Volcanic Panic]]''
:Misty completely forgot about her bike being destroyed by Ash, supposedly being the only reason for her traveling with him. This, to fans, is one of the clearest examples of Misty's growing feelings towards Ash during the Indigo League arc.

* ''[[EP069|Lights,Camera,Quack-tion]]''
:When {{an|Jigglypuff}} {{m|sing}}s its song, Misty is seen sleeping on top of Ash's back.

* ''[[EP072|The Ancient Puzzle of Pokémopolis]]''
:When the over sized [[Gengar]] begins to head toward Pallet Town, Ash runs after it in hopes of trying to stop it from destroying his hometown. As soon as he runs off, Misty shouts "Ash, I'm coming with you!". Brock, on the other hand, hesitates before deciding to run after the two.

*''[[EP081|Friend and Foe Alike]]''
:When [[Ritchie]] tells the referee to wait for Ash, Misty becomes worried that Ash might not make it in time.

*''[[EP082|Friends to the End]]''
:After Ash loses to Ritchie, Misty tries to cheer him up.

* ''[[EP083|Poké Ball Peril]]''
:Near the end of the episode, with Brock having left Ash and Misty to travel alone, [[James]] says, "I think we may have captured a pair of romantic creatures in our little cage," after which [[Jessie]] swoons and {{MTR}} blurts out, "They're lovebirds!" Ash and Misty deny it all but blush.

:The idea of Ash and Misty as a couple becomes a sub-theme throughout the subsequent Orange League Season, culminating into events in [[M02|the second movie]].

* ''[[EP084|The Lost Lapras]]''
:When [[Tracey Sketchit|Tracey]] first says that he's coming with Ash and Misty, Misty gets angry and tells him that he can't just invite himself to tag along with them, implying that she would rather travel with just Ash.

* ''[[EP093|Navel Maneuvers]]''
:[[Danny]], the [[Navel Island]] [[Gym Leader]], quickly picks up on the nature of Ash and Misty's relationship during one of their arguments and says, "I can see the two of you are pretty close." After Misty asks what he meant by that, he replied, "What's that saying? 'You always hurt the one you love...'"

* ''[[EP100|Wherefore Art Thou, Pokémon]]''
:After {{OBP|Ralph|EP100}}'s {{p|Nidoran♂|Tony}} and {{OBP|Emily|EP100}}'s {{p|Nidoran♀|Maria}} kiss and evolve, {{Tracey}} comments about whether the battle or the kiss made them evolve. The idea of kissing embarrasses Misty and provokes Ash to ask the question, "Do people change when they get kissed?" after which Misty answers to him, "Guess we'll have to find out ourselves..." She could be seen blushing when she said this, as an obvious sign of either attraction to Ash or embarrassment. Earlier in the episode, Tracey compared the interaction between the Nidoran's Trainers to the relationship between Misty and Ash (although both vehemently deny it). Although this probably could not have meant that they kiss themselves, but kiss different people.

*''[[EP101|Get Along, Little Pokémon]]''
:As the storm comes Misty collapses from exhaustion and Ash is shown in the next scene to be holding her by the waist as he helps her to the safety of the rock.
:Misty yells, "Be careful, Ash!" before he goes to save the {{p|Magnemite}}.

* ''[[EP102|The Mystery Menace]]''
:When Misty sees the monster behind Ash, she screams in fear it might hurt him. When Ash turns around, she yells at him to do something. Tracey is completely silent while all of this is happening.
:After Ash passes out from fear, Misty is shown kneeling by his side, watching him to make sure he's okay. Tracey is standing by the creature.

* ''[[EP103|Misty Meets Her Match]]''
:This entire episode alone serves as conclusive evidence that Misty not only likes Ash but possibly has developed a case of young love for him. [[Rudy]], the [[Trovita Island]] Gym Leader, has a case of "love at first sight" with Misty after she saves his sister, [[Mahri]]. After several advances from Rudy, Misty agrees to what is essentially an impromptu date with Rudy, leaving Ash and Tracey to themselves and later declines Rudy's invitation to stay and help him in the Gym. The most significant evidence in this episode is when Rudy asks Misty if she wants to stay forever with him at the Gym, she stops dancing and blushes whilst looking away and saying " I don't know". This leads many PokéShippers to believe that she is thinking of Ash, but it may also mean that she is flattered by the idea of staying with Rudy forever.

:According to accounts of the original Japanese version, during the dance after the date, Rudy not only asked Misty to stay on the island, but to marry him. What is significant here is that Misty was actually considering his proposal, evidenced by the fact that she didn't refuse him outright. Throughout Ash's gym battle with Rudy, Misty is clearly torn between deciding which boy meant more to her, finally rooting for Ash in the end as {{AP|Squirtle}} is hit by a {{m|Thunderbolt}} from Rudy's {{p|Starmie}}. Rudy, in shock, mutters "She wants ''him.''"

*''[[EP107|Charizard Chills]]''
:When Charizard was thrashing around wildly, Misty tried to run to Ash's aid, and was only held back by Tracey.
:When Misty finds out that Ash's hands were rubbed raw, she gave up her blanket so Ash's hands wouldn't get any worse.

*''[[EP110|The Stun Spore Detour]]''
:Every time that Tracey and Ash need attention, Misty comes to Ash first or expresses more concern for Ash.

*''[[EP124|Snubbull Snobbery]]''
:Misty finds a star map, and Ash says, "I know where the stars are, Misty." Misty giggles and blushes after that remark.

*''[[EP170|A Better Pill To Swallow]]''
:When [[Old Man Shuckle]] gives Ash his medicine and the medicine explodes in Ash's stomach, Misty asks Old Man Shuckle what he gave Ash. He reveals that it was Pokémon medicine, and Misty gets really angry. She calms down once Ash wakes up and says, "You know what? My stomach-ache is all gone!"

* ''[[EP185|The Light Fantastic]]''
:When Misty introduces Ash to [[Nurse Joy]], Joy quickly exclaims, "What a little cutie!" referring to {{AP|Pikachu}} on Ash's head. However, Misty and Brock mistakenly think she's referring to Ash. Brock is left completely shocked, while Misty not only is shocked, but quickly develops the same jealous expression she displayed when Melody flirted with Ash.

* ''[[EP198|The Heartbreak of Brock]]''
:After [[Temacu]] expresses her thoughts about marriage to Brock, Misty says to Ash, "You and I will be married someday too." Ash nods his head without realizing what she had just said, and then shouts "WHOOA?" She could have easily meant that they would be married someday to different people, not necessarily to each other. However, this is a dub edit. In the original, Misty said, "Looks like she fell for {{tt|Takeshi|Brock}} in first sight."

:While giving a pep talk to Brock about pursuing a possible relationship with Temacu, Misty says, "Take it from me, it's a lot easier to like someone who likes you than to like someone who doesn't." Brock then asks her, "How do you know?", after which Misty gasps, blushes, then coyly replies, "Well that's...what I've heard..." She is arguably not referring to Brock (much to the dismay of {{s|Gym|GymShippers}}), since she is openly encouraging Brock to pursue Temacu. So there could be possible hint that she was talking about Ash, because there was still Ash who was travelling with her and Brock, and it could be also possible hint that she likes Ash a lot.

* ''[[EP217|The Perfect Match]]''
:When Ash and Misty find out that they have to battle each other, both are extremely shocked, not wanting to battle against each other.

* ''[[EP256|Just Add Water]]''
:When Ash and Brock arrive to rescue Misty and [[Dorian]] from {{TRT}}, Misty shouts Ash's name in relief and gives no mention of Brock or even an indication that she has noticed him.

* ''[[EP267|Love, Pokémon Style]]''
:When [[Macy]] first invites Ash out to lunch, Misty quickly cuts in between the two and comments that Ash is "booked". Later in the same scene, Macy questions Misty's right to interrupt in Ash's personal affairs when she's not his girlfriend. Misty looks quite unimpressed as Macy continues to flirt with Ash.

* ''[[EP273|Gotta Catch Ya Later!]]''
:The departure of Misty from the group is a very emotional affair. After all is said and done, Misty says to herself, "Well, Ash Ketchum, finally, I know how you feel about me."
:In this episode, Misty gives Ash her handkerchief. In Japan, as well as in many other east Asian cultures, giving a handkerchief is done to "wipe away tears" when someone leaves your life (eg. a death, a breakup, or saying goodbye to a good friend). 
:Before the trio splits up and they go their respective ways, Misty asks Ash very sincerely, "Are you sure you'll be OK without me, Ash?"
:Misty got her own good-bye song (which completely left Brock out). One of the most significant lines in this song was "You're more than just my best friend." Ash was pretty clueless about how upset Misty was when they found out she had to leave, but when they actually parted, he did say that she’s his best friend, and cried when they left.

* ''[[SS011|A Date With Delcatty]]''
:In the original version, Misty initially rejects [[Georgio]] because there is "someone else." Taking into account of Misty's evident feelings in the series prior to this episode, it can be inferred that Misty is making a reference to Ash, although there is no implication that this is the case.

* ''[[AG133|The Right Place and the Right Mime]]''
:After Ash is saved from the {{p|Tauros}} by Bayleef, Misty and Tracey come to check on them. Ash comments that his Pokémon are stronger than ever, and Misty tells him that Pokémon start acting like their Trainers, and teases him about knowing a 'certain Trainer' that has been running wild, while winking towards Ash.
:When Max informs everybody that the nearest [[Battle Frontier]] facility is near Cerulean City, both Misty and Ash are delighted that they can travel together for a while, and she gives him a wink.

* ''[[Pokémon Live!]]''
:In this show, Misty yearns to tell her feelings for Ash, but is too afraid to tell him.

====Various songs====
*''[[Misty's Song]]'' is a song from the ''[[Pokémon 2.B.A. Master]]'' soundtrack in which Misty sings that she loves Ash. She also says that she wants to confess her love to Ash. This is one of the strongest pieces of evidence for PokéShipping. Part of the song was played in the episode ''[[EP132|For Crying Out Loud]]'', although the canonization of the song is disputed.
*On the ''[[Pokémon Christmas Bash]]'' CD there are two songs that show strong evidence of her feelings towards Ash.
**The first song on the CD entitled ''{{OBP|Pokémon Christmas Bash|song}}'' has the three main characters along with Team Rocket singing about what they want for Christmas. In Misty's stanza she sings "Hey Santa if you're really listenin' / My wishlist has only one thing / Just gimme one dance with Ash / At the Pokémon Christmas bash!".
**Another song on the CD called ''[[Under the Mistletoe]]'' has Misty singing about how she wants Ash to know her feelings for him and how she wants to meet Ash under the mistletoe. On the other hand, Ash is singing about how he hopes to not to be caught under the mistletoe, although at first he doesn't move away- many fans claim this is Shipping from Ash's side. Near the song's end, after leaving Ash feeling paranoid about the mistletoe, Misty has got Ash under the mistletoe. Ash realizes this, freaks out, and runs off to eat more cookies while leaving Misty wondering what his problem is.
*''[[He Drives Me Crazy]]'' is a song from ''[[Totally Pokémon]]'' and ''[[Pokémon 3: The Ultimate Soundtrack]]'' that is sung from Misty's perspective, although it was not sung by [[Rachael Lillis]]. This song highlights the feelings that Misty has but does not understand. Many PokéShippers regard this song as having undeniable proof of Misty's feelings for Ash.
*''[[It Takes Two]]'' is a song used to advertise {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}. It states evidence from both sides on how they work together as a team.

===Ash's hints===
Some PokéShippers will concede that Ash has not shown any proof of liking Misty beyond the already established platonic feelings. Naturally, PokéShippers believe Ash is capable of ''liking'' Misty. Furthermore, the theory also extends to the possible belief that Ash does love Misty, but is not mature enough to realize it. This idea is supported by the fact that Ash acts jealous when another guy shows interest in Misty or vice-versa, and the flirtatious tone of some of their teasing. This theory explains their bickering (to cover up how they really feel about each other), and it can be argued that Ash displays real feelings for Misty when she is vulnerable or scared.

* ''[[EP012|Here Comes The Squirtle Squad]]''
:When Ash sees that Pikachu, Misty, and Brock aren't in the cave, he yells Pikachu's name; then has a vision of Misty falling, and calls out her name too. Brock is never mentioned.

* ''[[EP017|Island of the Giant Pokémon]]''
:When Ash regains consciousness, he sees Misty still unconscious and rushes over to her, shakes her and yells at her to get up. Then he notices Brock and tells him to get up, but he remains by Misty's side.

* ''[[EP018|Beauty and the Beach]]''
:When Misty shows up, holding a beach ball along with her bathing suit on, Ash stares at her with what some describe as a love-struck expression, and comments on how Misty looks like a girl for once. After Ash said that, she blushed an intense red. Later, when [[Moe]] yells at the group, Ash quickly hides behind Misty and holds her by the shoulders, showing he looks to her when he is scared or needs support.

[[File:Ash Misty Hold Hands.png|250px|thumb|Ash and Misty holding hands in ''[[EP020|The Ghost of Maiden's Peak]]'']]
* ''[[EP020|The Ghost of Maiden's Peak]]''
:Ash does a double take when Misty appears with her hair down and dressed in a formal kimono. Upon seeing her, the camera switches to his perspective, the bubbly background usually associated with passionate moments is used, romantic harp strings are played, and Misty's surprised facial expression clearly shows she is being looked at with interest. Also, the entire theme of the episode was romance-oriented, so it's only logical to assume this scene between Ash and Misty is as well. Interestingly enough, Misty was asking Ash to dance. When Ash accepts, Misty takes his hand and they are seen dancing together as the episode ends.

* ''[[EP023|The Tower of Terror]]''
:When Ash sees Misty and Brock standing outside waiting for him, he decides to tease Misty, ignoring Brock. Once awake from being unconscious, Ash immediately greets Misty, not even mentioning Brock or Pikachu.

*''[[EP028|Pokémon Fashion Flash]]''
:When Misty goes missing, Ash expresses extreme concern.

*''[[EP041|The March of the Exeggutor Squad]]''
:When Ash discovers Misty is in the magic act, he says "Misty, what are you doing up there? Are you part of the show?", causing Misty to blush intensely. Ash proceeds to compliment her, saying "That's a real cute outfit Misty." However, it could be that Ash was just teasing Misty when he said this because he said it in a sarcastic voice.

* ''[[EP052|Princess vs. Princess]]''
:Ash, thinking Misty is entering the Princess Festival Contest to take a picture with the movie star host, gets jealous, groaning with his arms crossed, "You must really want that picture with [[Fiorella Cappuccino|Fiorella]]...". Surprisingly, Misty reassures him she's only doing it for the doll set.
:When Misty was dressed in a kimono during the contest, Ash stared at her and said, "Ohhh...", as did Brock.

* ''[[EP090|In The Pink]]''
:When Ash wakes up after being thrown onto Pinkan Island, he immediately asks for Misty and Pikachu, leaving Tracey out completely.

* ''[[EP093|Navel Maneuvers]]''
:Climbing Navel Island's central mountain, Misty tells Danny to be extra careful. Seeing how much concern Misty is giving to Danny, Ash, with the same jealous expression, yells "What's she so worried about him for?!". He is distracted so much by Misty's little crush on Danny that he loses his concentration and falls down the mountain a bit. Much like his behavior in ''[[EP052|Princess vs. Princess]]'', another male getting Misty's attention seems to bother him.
:When Danny states, "What do they say, you always hurt the one you love?" Misty and Ash become extremely embarrassed. As Danny walks off, Misty runs up to him and says, "Oh, you've got it all wrong. I'd never get involved with a little kid like him. I prefer the more mature, intellectual type." Ash seems very disappointed after hearing that.

*''[[EP101|Get Along, Little Pokémon]]''
:As the rain storm approaches and Misty is unable to walk, Ash grabs Misty by the hand, arm and the rest of her body and leads her towards the cave. He then gently lowers her down, but keeps his arms wrapped around her. Afterwards, he stares at her with care in his eyes.

*''[[EP102|The Mystery Menace]]''
:When the creature pulls Misty into the sewer, Ash screams Misty's name, not even mentioning Togepi. After all the bubbles from where Misty was pulled in disappear, Ash screams again. After Tracey announces they should save her and Togepi, Ash's face gets angry, and says he will.

*''[[EP103|Misty Meets Her Match]]''
:[[Rudy]] moves in to court Misty after she helps rescue his younger sister, [[Mahri]]. Ash is clearly put out by Rudy's behavior, and becomes jealous when Misty is flattered by the attention. When Rudy compliments Misty about her beautiful eyes during his attack test, Ash gets distracted and accidentally calls {{AP|Charizard}}. Rudy invites Misty to dinner, and Ash is shocked when she accepts and appears unhappy when she leaves. Later on, during the battle against Ash, Rudy looks at Misty and says "I dedicate this match to the girl who saved my sister and stole my heart." Ash doesn't seem very happy and sarcastically replies, "That's real nice, but the victory is gonna be mine!" He gets a little antagonized with Misty when she tells him to beat Rudy, telling her he's not stupid, as if her recent behavior had upset and unsettled him.

:After Rudy presents Ash with his badge, he gives Misty some flowers, accepting her decision to stay with Ash. More importantly, he says, "I hope you know you're a very lucky guy, Ash." Ash cluelessly replies, "Lucky? What do you mean?" Rudy laughs and says, "You'll see some day." Ash just frowns in confusion. This incident supports the theory that Ash loves Misty, but he doesn't quite realize it yet. This is one of the stronger hints given that Misty and Ash may someday end up together.

*''[[EP110|The Stun Spore Detour]]''
:When Ash was really feverish, he asks in a weak voice for Misty and not for Pikachu or Tracey (or even [[Delia Ketchum|his mom]]).

*''[[EP121|Illusion Confusion]]''
:Ash expresses his horror when Misty is scared by illusions of Bug Pokémon, and gets angry with {{p|Hoothoot}} for running away, because it is the only one who can 'save Misty.'

*''[[EP132|For Crying Out Loud]]''
:When Misty, Pikachu, and [[Wilhomena]]'s {{p|Marill}} are lost on an island and the others go to find them, Ash mutters, "Don't worry, we'll find Misty," not even mentioning Marill or his beloved Pikachu.

*''[[EP137|Foul Weather Friends]]''
:When Misty is trying to save {{p|Oddish}} from flying into the tornado, Ash screams her name and pulls her down by the waist, similar to how Brock did for {{OBP|Mariah|EP137}} when she tried to save the {{p|Hoppip}}, whom he was currently crushing on.

* ''[[EP216|Dueling Heroes]]''[[File:Misty special lure DP034.png|thumb|right|Ash displaying [[Misty's special lure]]]]
:Prior to Misty's battle, Ash wakes up to find Misty staring out the window. They have a little talk and after that, Ash continues to gaze at Misty silently.
:Brock comments about how Misty's battling style reminds him so much of Ash. Furthermore, Ash and Misty share similar victory poses when they win their round.

* ''[[EP244|Enlighten Up]]''
:When the gold Slowpoke statue came straight to Ash, Misty, and Brock, Ash grabbed Misty's arm to pull her to safety.

* ''[[EP256|Just Add Water]]''
:When Misty and Dorian are trapped by Team Rocket's machine, Ash shouts Misty's name in concern while Brock shouts Dorian's.

* ''[[AG044|The Princess and the Togepi]]''
:Upon showing Ash the invitation to the Togepi Festival, Ash gets excited and walks off happily, but Misty quickly pulls him back by the hood. Later on, when Misty gets abducted by Team Rocket, Ash is the first one to run after her.

:Upon meeting Misty for the first time, May says, "We've heard so much about you!" This could imply that either Ash or Brock has mentioned Misty multiple times to May and Max.

*''[[AG133|The Right Place and the Right Mime]]''
:When Max informs everyone that the nearest [[Battle Frontier]] facility is near Cerulean City, Ash is pleased that Misty is able to travel with him and the group for a while.

*''[[AG134|A Real Cleffa-hanger]]''
:May tries to befriend a Cleffa, but the Pokémon backs away from her in fright. Misty figures that it will talk to {{p|Azurill}}, and then Azurill jumps off her arms and starts playing with the Cleffa. Ash tells Misty how great her idea was.

:When the Ash and the gang looks for Misty, Max, and Pikachu, Ash is the one carrying Misty's Spheal bag.

*''[[AG187|The Unbeatable Lightness of Seeing]]''
:Ash is feeling down about losing but regains his confidence back when he receives gifts from his mother and his friends. He especially shows off Misty's special lure to Pikachu with a big smile on his face. It shows that Misty still cares about him, far away as he is, romantically or not.

* ''[[DP034|Buizel Your Way Out of This!]]''
:When Ash and the others are fishing, Ash uses the special lure Misty made for him. Dawn asks if she could use it, but Ash refuses, causing them both to argue. While they are distracted, a {{AP|Buizel}} comes and takes their lures, causing Ash to panic. He is determined to get the lure back, and once it is returned, he seems very happy and relieved.

==Movie evidence==
*''[[M01|Mewtwo Strikes Back]]''
: When Mewtwo throws Ash back with its psychic powers, Misty quickly runs up to him and asks if he's okay (Brock only stays put). At the ending, there is a scene of Ash, Misty, and Brock sleeping in their sleeping bags. Ash and Misty are placed conveniently near each other, while Brock's position is relatively away from them. When Ash is petrified by the fighting between Mew and Mewtwo, Misty murmurs "Please no" while Pikachu attempts to revive him.

[[Image:PokeShipping 3.png|thumb|325px|right|Misty is annoyed as Melody flirts with Ash]]
* ''[[M02|The Power of One]]''
: In the Japanese trailer of the film, there was a scene that was animated specifically for that trailer. When Ash jumps down the cliff to save his Pikachu, Misty tries to follow him but Tracey holds her back. Misty looks completely distressed, as can be seen by her tears.
: P2K, otherwise known as 'The Power of One', or 'Revelation Lugia' is the conclusion to everything related to Misty's love for Ash in the Orange Season. In this movie, Misty gets competition in the form of Melody, the Festival Maiden of the Legend Ceremony. {{OBP|Melody|M02}}, upon greeting our heroes, immediately comes up to Ash and plants a kiss on his cheek, provoking a glare of jealousy from Misty. Also, after Melody's performance at the festival party, she quickly kneels in front of Ash and grabs hold of his arm, provoking Misty to gasp and growl again in subdued jealousy.
:Also, upon being called Ash's girlfriend, Misty blushes uncontrollably. When Misty is talking about how stubborn Ash is, Melody starts to tease her, saying how Misty will have to get used to it once her and Ash get married. Upon hearing this, Misty protests, but blushes as well. Furthermore, when Maren offers her boat to Ash to fulfill the prophecy, he promptly asks Misty to join him, completely ignoring Tracey.
:Near the end, Misty openly admits to Melody that Ash is "her burden" and goes off to rescue him in Melody's place, stating that he'll never be alone as he'll always have her, which Melody respects (due to the debating between her and Misty of Misty liking Ash throughout the movie).

* ''[[M04|Pokémon 4Ever - Celebi: Voice of the Forest]]''
: When the group running from a Pokémon, Misty trips along the way. Ash (and Brock) run back to help her. They get to safety, at least for a little while, and all of a sudden some Pokémon appear to attack them. Ash runs in front of her and spreads his arms out to protect Misty.
:When Ash and Sammy are saved by Celebi and come down, Misty shouts, "Ash is okay!", not even mentioning Sam, Celebi, or Pikachu.

* ''[[M05|Pokémon Heroes]]''
: When {{OBP|Bianca|M05}}/{{p|Latias}} kisses Ash on the dock, Misty is so shocked that not only does she develop the same jealous expression seen in the series, but she also drops her {{TP|Misty|Togepi}}.

* ''[[M06|Jirachi: Wish Maker]]''
:In the dubbed version of the movie, Ash makes a reference to Misty (not by name): on the last day of the comet's showing, Max is disappointed that he will have to part with Jirachi; Ash sits down with him by the river and reassures him that Jirachi will always will be in his heart, telling him "A good friend left me, and I miss her everyday. But I know we'll be friends forever.", obviously referring to Misty. However, this element is only in the dubbed version. In the original, Ash talks about a completely different thing -- he tries to explain to Max that a thousand years lasts only a single instant for Jirachi and its comet, and it wouldn't be the same staying with him (he doesn't even mention missing a friend or anything to similar to that).

==Manga evidence==

===In the Electric Tale of Pikachu manga===
In the {{pkmn|manga}} series [[The Electric Tale of Pikachu]], based on the anime, Ash has a huge crush on {{Gary}}'s older sister, [[Daisy Oak|May]]. However, he occasionally shows attraction towards Misty as well.

* ''[[ET02|Play Misty For Me]]''
: Ash finds Misty eye-catching, especially when he first sees her in her Gym uniform, which happens to be a very attractive swimsuit.

* ''[[ET06|To Evolve or Not to Evolve, That Is the Question!]]''
: Another event is during a scene in a hot spring in the second volume (though the scene was cut from the American release of the manga).

* ''[[ET16|You Bet Your Wife]]''
: Just like in the anime, [[Rudy]] also proposed to Misty, and Ash shows great deal of bitterness toward it.

==Other hints==
[[File:PokeShipping 4.jpg|thumb|right|200px|A scan featuring Ash and Misty with Pokémon]]
For those already convinced about PokéShipping, there do exist events which suggest inconclusively, something along the lines of romance. But the difference between hints and proofs are that proofs are essentially ironclad and undebatable in contemporary debate, whereas hints are quite debatable, and are open to interpretation. The following is a listing of some that are considered to be debatable hints, all of which vary in strength and worth.

* ''[[EP005|Showdown at Pewter City]]''
: Misty is surprisingly eager to start a Pokémon-sharing relationship with Ash in this episode and gets very upset when Ash refuses. Later, while Ash is charging up Pikachu's electric sacs, Misty again offers help to Ash and gets snubbed. She then grumbles and says, "What do I care..." and runs off. Misty somewhat admits by her behavior and dialogue that she's really interested in getting to know him better.

* ''[[EP006|Clefairy and the Moon Stone]]''
: Misty, at the beginning of this episode, continually keeps mentioning how "romantic" the surroundings are. She continues to do this not only in this episode, but subsequent episodes as well.

* ''[[EP007|The Waterflowers of Cerulean City]]''
: At the outskirts of [[Cerulean City]], Misty attempts to dissuade Ash from going into the city by tempting him to go to [[Vermilion City]]. She does so by mentioning the "neat Pokémon, the yachts pulling into the harbor, and a spot way up on a hill where you can sit and watch a romantic sunset". The mentioning of a romantic scene subtly suggests what she might have intended for all along, especially with how many times she's talked about romantic things in previous episodes.

* ''[[EP014|Electric Shock Showdown!]]''
: After Nurse Joy breaks up an argument between the two of them, she comments that they say when two people fight, they really care about each other; although Ash and Misty instantly reject the idea, they are both blushing slightly when they turn away from the other.

[[Image:PokeShipping 5.png‎|thumb|250px|right|Ash's ghost lifting Misty up in the air in ''[[EP023|The Tower of Terror]]'']]
* ''[[EP023|The Tower of Terror]]''
: When Ash enters the tower alone to try and catch a Ghost Pokémon, and is subsequently briefly separated from his body, Misty is the first one of her and Brock to express concern about how long Ash and Pikachu are taking inside. When Ash hovers beside her in his ghost form and lifts her in the air, Misty is the only one who can hear him despite Brock standing only a foot or so away from her, potentially hinting at a closer bond between the two. Also, before Ash and Pikachu return to their bodies, Misty is visibly near to tears as she pleads for Ash to wake up, and blushes immensely when he wakes up and greets her.

* ''[[EP026|Pokémon Scent-sation!]]''
: Misty, unaware that Ash is disguised as a girl among the crowd and using the same girlish demeanor she used in "Ash Catches A Pokémon," dreamily admits to the group, "I wish Ash would've heard that story..." She openly is expressing a desire for Ash's presence.

: Also, during Ash's gym battle with [[Erika]], the girls in the crowd start acknowledging Ash's skill and how much more impressive he is than he looks, provoking Misty to smile with reassurance.

* ''[[EP035|The Legend of Dratini]]''
: At the beginning of the episode, Ash is marching and singing. Misty is right behind him and longingly stares at him until they reach the [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]] warden's house. After Ash sings out his last lines, Misty imitates his enthusiasm and sings her own lines as well. Of course, "Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery."

: Also, later in the episode, when Ash is about to dive in the water to grab the bomb that Team Rocket threw in there, Misty stops him, and says that it is too dangerous. Although this hint is under debate simply because it could be merely her worrying for Ash, (as a friend would do), she also sends down her Staryu to save Ash after he is down there for too long. And afterward, when he comes back up, Misty smiles and is thrilled that he is alive, with a blush apparent.

* ''[[EP043|March of the Exeggutor Squad]]''
: Misty goes into perhaps the most extreme fits of blushing in the history of the series, all provoked by a simple compliment from Ash about her skimpy stage outfit. No one blushes like that out of mere embarrassment. She clearly holds Ash's opinion of her in exclusive priority.

* ''[[EP045|The Song of Jigglypuff]]''
: As Jigglypuff begins singing in the woods, Ash and Brock are standing next to each other while Pikachu and Misty are sitting a couple feet away. After Jigglypuff is done singing, Brock and Pikachu are sprawled out asleep by themselves while Misty and Ash are slumped against each other. It might not have meant anything if the two were already standing by each other, in which case it would have just been convenient, but they weren't. Either they moved into this position because they are very comfortable with each other, or the director(s) might have just thrown this in to plant an idea. It is also interesting to note that when they wake up, Misty comments, "What a nice nap."

* ''[[EP061|The Misty Mermaid]]''
: Before the performance, Ash says, "This is gonna be great! I can't wait to see Misty!" While watching the show, Ash says to Brock, "Misty's doing really good!"

: At the end of this episode, Ash tells Misty how amazing she was at her performance of the underwater play. Misty disproportionately calls Ash's comments "sweet talk" and reminds him of the bike he owes her, something she supposedly forgot about back on [[Cinnabar Island]].

* ''[[EP068|Make Room for Gloom]]''
: Upon arriving at the Xanadu Nursery, Brock spies on a pretty girl behind the window, after which Ash comes to look and says he doesn't see a pretty girl. Misty then says, "Just turn around" and giggles, clearly addressing Ash. Ash then jokes about her hallucinating, then starts chuckling.

: Ash, finally spotting a {{p|Gloom}} behind the window, asks Brock if "he's getting 'misty' over a gloom," This causes Misty to pull Ash's mouth wide with her fingers and ask him what is he saying about her, mistaking Ash's 'misty' comment with herself. Both seem to be blushing in the midst of their playfulness.

* ''[[EP072|The Ancient Puzzle of Pokémopolis]]''
: When the giant Jigglypuff sings its song, Ash and Misty fall asleep back to back before sprawling out on the ground, while Brock does the same with [[Eve]]. This could be entirely coincidental, except for the fact that all four are facing forward before Jigglypuff starts to sing and that Ash is equally distanced from both Eve and Misty at the time.

* ''[[EP077|Fourth Round Rumble]]''
: While watching Ash's match on the grass field in the spectator stands with Brock, Misty becomes particularly vocal whenever Brock shows signs of attraction for Ash's current opponent [[Jeanette Fisher]], yelling at Brock to remember whose side he is meant to be on. She also feels sorry for Ash when his mother and Professor Oak show up to tell him that all of Pallet Town is now rooting for him, recognizing the increased pressure this will put Ash under.

* ''[[EP155|Forest Grumps]]''
:At the beginning of the episode, Ash and Misty are surprisingly close to one another while tending to their Pokémon. Brock on the other hand is away from them asleep behind a tree.
:Upon reunion, Ash and Misty exclaim each other's names in joy, with Brock totally ignored by Misty, while the camera focuses on their faces. What's interesting to note is how the scripting and animation seem to focus just on their reunion alone.

* ''[[EP186|UnBEARable!]]''
:When Misty heard strange noises from outside of shed where they were sleeping, she woke up Ash to comfort her, telling him that she heard some strange noises. This could be a good sign of that Misty could everytime count on Ash, because she can trust him and she can think about him,that he´s not that big baby as he was before. But on the other hand, she woke up Ash, because she was sleeping next to him, so it´s logical, that she rather wake up Ash, which he was close to her, instead of waking up Brock, which he was far from her.

* ''[[EP167|A Hot Water Battle]]''
: After losing a beach ball, {{AP|Chikorita}}, {{AP|Cyndaquil}}, and {{AP|Totodile}} begin arguing over whose fault it was. Not realizing that they're fighting, Ash sends them off to find the beach ball. When they run off eagerly to prove themselves, Ash comments, "See Misty, they get along just like we do." Misty, who knows that the Pokémon were fighting, then says, "I hope not," possibly suggesting that her relationship with Ash is of special importance to her.
*''[[AG004|You Never Can Taillow!]]'' Ash uses Misty's handkerchief to wipe the chocolate off of his newly-caught {{p|Taillow}}.

* ''[[AG133|The Right Place and the Right Mime]]''
: When Ash finally arrives home after his travels in Hoenn, he finds Misty at his house. She makes a point of being there, specifically so that she could see Ash as soon as he arrived back from Hoenn even though she apparently has no idea how soon exactly he would be returning. For all she knew, she could have been expecting a wait for a long time.
: Azurill is a good excuse to go down there but it does not explain her behavior:
:*Why did she stay at Ash's mother's house, and not at Oak's laboratory?
:*Why was she so concerned about getting to see Ash as soon as he arrived?
:*How can her somewhat wistfully delivered line of how Ash is the same as always be explained?
:*Why couldn't she have simply delayed her trip down there until Ash had already arrived?

* ''[[The Mastermind of Mirage Pokémon]]''
: Ash considers Misty as a rival at times and, when given the chance, he likes showing off to impress her. In this special episode, Ash receives an invitation from [[Dr. Yung]]. Upon reaching the mansion of Dr. Yung, he is surprised to see Misty and Professor Oak there. As Misty proceeds on asking him why he is there, Ash waves the invitation in front of him in an attempt to show off, saying that he got invited because of his great skills as a trainer. Misty stays composed and shows her own invitation, telling him that she also got invited, which surprises Ash.
[[File:Misty Winking At Ash.png|thumb|250px|Misty winks at Ash while speaking to him]]

: When Dr. Yung asks Ash and Misty to battle, Ash quickly expresses his excitement only to be foiled by Misty. The Gym Leader reminds Ash of his manners and says "Ladies first!" while winking an eye at him.

: In order to save Professor Oak, Ash decides to sneak into the castle through underwater. He could have chosen May or Max to come with him, but he chose Misty.

[[File:Spurt Card Ash loves Misty.png‎|thumb|250px|Misty and Delia, featured on the Queen of Hearts Card in the tenth Japanese OP, ''[[Spurt!]]'']]
* ''[[Aim to Be a Pokémon Master]]
: In the first ever opening theme song of the Pokémon anime, there is a scene where the Ash and {{ashfr|his friends}} are in a forest by a campfire. It's an interesting note to see Ash and Misty sitting very close to each other, while Brock is quite far from them, sitting on the other side.

* ''[[Spurt!]]''
: In the fifth and final opening theme song for the Japanese Advanced Generation Pokémon anime series, Misty was shown in a "Queen of Hearts" card together with [[Delia Ketchum]]. One could say the two girls on the card likely represent the more important females in Ash's life.

* ''[[Under the Mistletoe]]''
: This song includes hints from both. Ash sings about that he is happy tonight and Misty sings about she knows she will meet her true love under the mistletoe. Later during this song, Misty comments that she and Ash stand under the mistletoe. Also, both sing they want to tell something to [[Santa Claus|St. Nicholas]]. Finally, when they are both under the mistletoe, Ash runs off. However, being created by 4Kids and so by the dub, this song doesn't belong to any original part of the anime.

* '' [[Pokemon Christmas Bash]]''
: This song states that Misty's one Christmas wish is "One dance with Ash".

*Misty constantly yelled at and insulted Ash throughout the show, and is an example of the hiding of feelings for children of that age, however depending on how much older they have gotten since they had met, this may or may not be a very big clue.

*When Jigglypuff sings its song, Misty and Ash are often seen leaning against each other in their sleep.

* When Misty was part of the group, Ash was well aware of signs of romance between humans and Pokémon, even knowing if a girl was flirting with him (such as when he nervously ran away from Macy in ''[[EP267|Love, Pokémon Style]]''). After she left the group, Ash has shown signs of being oblivious to anything romantic taking place around him, as well as not knowing when a girl was interested in him.

==Alternate names==
PokéShipping, as with many of the more popular Ships, is known by a variety of different names. Following the emergence of PokéShipping from amongst these as the de-facto standard, the other names have become associated with certain groups within the PokéShipping fandom, or certain methods of Shipping. A prominent few are detailed below.

* '''GakiShipping''' - An early term coined around the same time as TwerpShipping, the name was originally meant to be descriptive of both Ash & Misty being ''gakis'' (Gaki being a somewhat rude way to refer to a child in Japanese), but has since evolved to describe the actual shipper, and is now used only in an insulting manner towards shippers (not necessarily just PokéShippers) who use flimsy evidence to support their position, or otherwise act childish, especially when referring to their supported 'ships.

* '''SakaShipping''' - Another early name for the pairing, from '''Sa'''toshi and '''Ka'''sumi.

* '''BikeShipping''' - this name refers to Ash and Pikachu breaking Misty's bike, and is among the least used of all names for this pairing.

* '''SushiShipping''' - from Ka'''su'''mi and Sato'''shi'''. Combining portions of the characters' names to form words was common early on, but now is hardly ever used.

* '''TwerpShipping''' - The original (English) name for the ship, the term is currently used primarily only amongst users on TRHQ, and by those who primarily associate themselves with {{s|Rocket}}.

* '''AAML''' - Standing for Ash And Misty Love. Also '''AAMRN''', Ash And Misty Romance Novel.

==Trivia==
* They have battled against each other twice for the ownership of a Pokémon: {{p|Togepi}} and {{p|Totodile}}.
* The two have shared similar victory poses in the series. Imitation is known to be the ultimate form of flattery.
* [[Ash's Pikachu]] took a liking to Misty very early in the show. {{an|Professor Oak}} and other characters have stated that Pokémon reflect the feelings of their Trainers.
* Both Ash and Misty have parented baby Pokemon, Misty with {{TP|Misty|Togetic}} and {{TP|Misty|Azurill}} and Ash with {{AP|Larvitar}}, {{AP|Phanpy}}, {{AP|Scraggy}}, and {{AP|Noibat}}.
* Both have had a fully-evolved Pokémon disobey them: {{AP|Charizard}} and {{AP|Primeape}} and {{TP|Misty|Gyarados}}.


==External links==
* [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f300/pokeshipping-general-discussion-55952 Pokéshipping Discussion Thread] on BMGf

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===
*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:* After the group getting captured, Jessie remarked on Serena's haircut and James asks,"Perhaps nursing a broken heart?", Serena responds angrily,"THAT IS NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS!!"
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.
:*When Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena see Ash safe in the village, Serena is the first to call out his name.

*[[XY111]]
:* When Miette asks Ash who he would cheer for if Serena and her were opponents, Serena starts blushing in the background.
:** When Miette asks Serena if they've progressed, Serena gets annoyed and pulls her away to start chewing her out.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance, cheering loudly for her when she wins.
:*When Bonnie comments that Serena and her Pokemon look happy during Freestyle, Ash says that makes him feel happy too.
:*Ash is also the first one who shouts her name and congratulates her after she wins the Showcase.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.

*[[XY110]]
:* When Serena wants to go to a store, Ash accepts to this, enthusiastically as well.

*[[XY111]]
:* When Miette asks Ash who he will support if there is a contest between her and Serena, he tells her that he will definitely cheer for Serena.
:* Ash seems to support Serena greatly when she came on.
:* When they were voting, Ash screams out her name more loudly than the others.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
*During the intros, Ash usually appears first, followed by Serena.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It can be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, three recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, and [[Shauna]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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[[zh:配對:小智與莎莉娜]]

AmourShipping

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Kichu200211: /* Serena's hints */

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===
*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:* After the group getting captured, Jessie remarked on Serena's haircut and James asks,"Perhaps nursing a broken heart?", Serena responds angrily,"THAT IS NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS!!"
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.
:*When Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena see Ash safe in the village, Serena is the first to call out his name.

*[[XY111]]
:* When Miette asks Ash who he would cheer for if Serena and her were opponents, Serena starts blushing in the background.
:* When Miette says they progressed, Serena gets really angry, shows up behind her and pulls her away. She,then, starts chewing Miette out.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance, cheering loudly for her when she wins.
:*Ash is also the first one who shouts her name and congratulates her after she wins the Showcase.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.

*[[XY110]]
:* When Serena wants to go to a store, Ash accepts to this, enthusiastically as well.

*[[XY111]]
:* When Miette asks Ash who he will support if there is a contest between her and Serena, he tells her that he will definitely cheer for Serena.
:* Ash seems to support Serena greatly when she came on.
:* When they were voting, Ash screams out her name more loudly than the others.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
*During the intros, Ash usually appears first, followed by Serena.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It can be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, three recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, and [[Shauna]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===
*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:* After the group getting captured, Jessie remarked on Serena's haircut and James asks,"Perhaps nursing a broken heart?", Serena responds angrily,"THAT IS NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS!!"
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.
:*When Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena see Ash safe in the village, Serena is the first to call out his name.
*[[XY111]]
:* When Miette starts talking to Ash about Serena, Serena starts blushing.
:* When she was almost about to tell Ash about her crush, Serena shows up behind her and pulls her away.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance, cheering loudly for her when she wins.
:*Ash is also the first one who shouts her name and congratulates her after she wins the Showcase.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.

*[[XY110]]
:* When Serena wants to go to a store, Ash accepts to this, enthusiastically as well.
*[[XY111]]
:* Ash seems to support Serena greatly when she came on.
:* When they were voting, Ash screams out her name more loudly than the others.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
*During the intros, Ash usually appears first, followed by Serena.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It can be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, three recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, and [[Shauna]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===
*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:* After the group getting captured, Jessie remarked on Serena's haircut and James asks,"Perhaps nursing a broken heart?", Serena responds angrily,"THAT IS NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS!!"
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.
:*When Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena see Ash safe in the village, Serena is the first to call out his name.
*[[XY111]]
:* When Miette starts talking to Ash about Serena, Serena starts blushing.
:* When she was almost about to tell Ash about her crush, Serena shows up behind her and pulls her away.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance, cheering loudly for her when she wins.
:*Ash is also the first one who shouts her name and congratulates her after she wins the Showcase.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.

*[[XY110]]
:* When Serena wants to go to a store, Ash accepts to this, enthusiastically as well.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
*During the intros, Ash usually appears first, followed by Serena.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It can be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, three recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, and [[Shauna]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===
*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:* After the group getting captured, Jessie remarked on Serena's haircut and James asks,"Perhaps nursing a broken heart?", Serena responds angrily,"THAT IS NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS!!"
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.
:*When Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena see Ash safe in the village, Serena is the first to call out his name.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance, cheering loudly for her when she wins.
:*Ash is also the first one who shouts her name and congratulates her after she wins the Showcase.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.

*[[XY110]]
:* When Serena wants to go to a store, Ash accepts to this, enthusiastically as well.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
*During the intros, Ash usually appears first, followed by Serena.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It can be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, three recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, and [[Shauna]]. James also gave a hint that he knew in [[An Oasis of Hope!]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed. Toward James, she replied very angrily about it being none of his business.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===
*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:* After the group getting captured, Jessie remarked on Serena's haircut and James asks,"Perhaps nursing a broken heart?", Serena responds angrily,"THAT IS NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS!!"
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.
:*When Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena see Ash safe in the village, Serena is the first to call out his name.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance, cheering loudly for her when she wins.
:*Ash is also the first one who shouts her name and congratulates her after she wins the Showcase.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.

*[[XY110]]
:* When Serena wants to go to a store, Ash accepts to this, enthusiastically as well.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
*During the intros, Ash usually appears first, followed by Serena.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It can be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, three recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, and [[Shauna]]. James also gave a hint that he knew in [[An Oasis of Hope]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed. Toward James, she replied very angrily about it being none of his business.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===
*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.
:*When Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena see Ash safe in the village, Serena is the first to call out his name.
*[[XY110]]
:* Serena asks Ash if they can go to a store.
:* During the fire Serena was giving water buckets to Ash.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance, cheering loudly for her when she wins.
:*Ash is also the first one who shouts her name and congratulates her after she wins the Showcase.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.

*[[XY110]]
:* When Serena wants to go to a store, Ash accepts to this, enthusiastically as well.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
*During the intros, Ash usually appears first, followed by Serena.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It can be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, three recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, and [[Shauna]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===
*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.
:*When Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena see Ash safe in the village, Serena is the first to call out his name.
*[[XY110]]
*: Serena asks Ash if they can go to a store.
*: During the fire Serena was giving water buckets to Ash.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance, cheering loudly for her when she wins.
:*Ash is also the first one who shouts her name and congratulates her after she wins the Showcase.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.

*[[XY110]]
:* When Serena wants to go to a store, Ash accepts to this, enthusiastically as well.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
*During the intros, Ash usually appears first, followed by Serena.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It can be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, three recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, and [[Shauna]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===
*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.
:*When Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena see Ash safe in the village, Serena is the first to call out his name.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance, cheering loudly for her when she wins.
:*Ash is also the first one who shouts her name and congratulates her after she wins the Showcase.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.
*[[XY109]]
:* When Serena wants to go to a store, Ash accepts to this, enthusiastically as well.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
*During the intros, Ash usually appears first, followed by Serena.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It can be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, three recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, and [[Shauna]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===
*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.
:*When Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena see Ash safe in the village, Serena is the first to call out his name.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance, cheering loudly for her when she wins.
:*Ash is also the first one who shouts her name and congratulates her after she wins the Showcase.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance. Ash shows he put her desire before his.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
*During the intros, Ash usually appears first, followed by Serena.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It can be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, three recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, and [[Shauna]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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Kichu200211: /* Serena's hints */

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===
*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.
:*When Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena see Ash safe in the village, Serena screams out his name first in relief.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems a lot more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance and cheers more for her when she wins.
:*Ash is also the first one who shouts her name and congratulates her after she won. He also got up first. Also, he was the one who winked at her during dinner.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
* During the intros it is usually Ash followed by Serena, then Clemont and Bonnie, or Bonnie and Clemont, after that.
**Also during [[V (Volt)]] Serena is the first to pat his back then Clemont and then Bonnie holds his hand.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It should be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, three recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, and [[Shauna]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===
*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems a lot more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance and cheers more for her when she wins.
:*Ash is also the first one who shouts her name and congratulates her after she won. He also got up first. Also, he was the one who winked at her during dinner.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
* During the intros it is usually Ash followed by Serena, then Clemont and Bonnie, or Bonnie and Clemont, after that.
**Also during [[V (Volt)]] Serena is the first to pat his back then Clemont and then Bonnie holds his hand.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It should be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, three recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, and [[Shauna]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===
*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems a lot more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance and cheers more for her when she wins.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
* During the intros it is usually Ash followed by Serena, then Clemont and Bonnie, or Bonnie and Clemont, after that.
**Also during [[V (Volt)]] Serena is the first to pat his back then Clemont and then Bonnie holds his hand.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It should be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, three recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, and [[Shauna]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===
*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems a lot more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance and cheers more for her when she wins.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
* During the intros it is usually Ash followed by Serena, then Clemont and Bonnie, or Bonnie and Clemont, after that.
**Also during [[V(Volt)]] Serena is the first to pat his back then Clemont and then Bonnie holds his hand.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It should be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, three recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, and [[Shauna]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===
*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems a lot more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance and cheers more for her when she wins.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance.

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
* During the intros it is usually Ash followed by Serena, then Clemont and Bonnie, or Bonnie and Clemont, after that.
**Also during [[Volt]] Serena is the first to pat his back then Clemont and then Bonnie holds his hand.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It should be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, three recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, and [[Shauna]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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'''AmourShipping''' (Japanese: '''サトセレ''' ''SatoSere'') is the belief that {{an|Serena}} and {{Ash}} belong in a [[shipping|romantic relationship]]. The name is derived from the French word "''amour''", meaning "love". It was chosen as the name because the [[Kalos]] region is inspired by {{wp|France}} (known for its romantic atmosphere) and Serena has a [[Canon|canonical]] crush on Ash.

This [[Shipping|ship]] is one of the most popular in the anime, much like other ships involving Ash and one of his female [[Ash's friends|friends]], such as {{s|Poké}}, {{s|Advance}}, and {{s|Pearl}}. However, AmourShipping is unique compared to these and most other shippings because of the confirmation of Serena's crush on Ash, rather than fans presuming based on hints and inconclusive evidence. Its popularity began before the premiere of the {{series|XY}} due to the revelation that Serena knew Ash in their childhood. Since then, it has become one of Serena's notable characteristics.

==Anime evidence==
===Serena's hints===
*''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
:*When Serena sees a live news report of Ash trying to calm a rampaging {{p|Garchomp}} on [[Prism Tower]], she silently looks on, seemingly in awe at Ash's bravery. When Ash jumps off the tower to rescue {{AP|Pikachu}}, she gasps in fear for his safety. However, this may have been merely general concern, since the news camera never showed Ash's face in full until he was safely on the ground.
:*Upon seeing Ash's face on TV, she ponders whether she recognizes him, having a flashback scene of a younger Ash at the end of the episode.

*''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]''
:*Serena decides to begin her journey after seeing Ash on television. Upon arriving at [[Professor Sycamore]]'s laboratory, and before choosing her [[starter Pokémon]], Serena tells the professor that she is looking for the boy who was on the news. Her eyes seem to light up considerably when Sycamore identifies him as Ash.

*''[[XY005|A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!]]''
:*When Serena is walking down the steps in [[Santalune City]], she thinks about how she cannot wait to see the look on Ash's face when he sees her. Then, she has a flashback of a young Ash extending his arm, as if he was offering her his hand. When the flashback ends, she is seen blushing slightly.
:*When she sees Ash battling [[Viola]], she is so overcome with excitement that she runs toward the battlefield, seemingly planning on going ''directly'' on there to greet Ash without noticing that the battle is still in progress.
:*Later, when Ash loses the battle, Serena is obviously remorseful and attempts to speak to him, but is further saddened when he runs past her without noticing her, since he is concentrating on his injured Pokémon.
:*When Serena returns Ash's [[bag|backpack]] to him (which Ash had left behind at the Gym), she starts to ask Ash something while blushing a little, only to be interrupted by the [[Pokémon Center]] bell.
:*When Ash is on the ground from the intense {{pkmn|training}}, dirty after falling to the ground while catching Pikachu and {{AP|Fletchling}}, Serena walks up to him and hands him a handkerchief to clean himself up with, showing her thoughtfulness towards him.
:*Serena looks nervous before she asks him if he remembers her. It is interesting to note that when she is seen interacting with [[Grace (Kalos)|her mother]], Serena has a sassy and rebellious attitude towards her, but whenever she is around Ash, she seems to be extremely hesitant and nervous, contradicting the personality that viewers have seen from her in prior episodes.

*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After she asks Ash if he remembers her, Serena mentions that they met in {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Pokémon Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. When Ash remembers attending the camp, she is overjoyed and tells him that she went there as well. However, when he says that he does not remember her specifically, she is visibly disappointed, but instantly cheers up, obviously not wanting to be upset or angry with him.
:*When the group is having dinner after the training session, Serena glances at Ash and smiles at him while he is eating. Since this is directly after him saying that he is sure to win the rematch, this strongly implies that she is admiring his determination and is impressed by it.
:*Throughout the entire Gym battle, her cheering for Ash seems to be in a more enthusiastic way than {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}}. She also keeps reassuring Clemont, Bonnie, and Alexa that everything is going to be okay and that Ash would win, showing that she strongly believes in him. Later, when Ash becomes overwhelmed by Viola's new battling strategies, Serena cries out to Ash that he should not give up (echoing a motto Ash had told her in their childhood). In that scene, the emotions are seemingly emphasized. Her encouragement snaps him out of his panic and helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*After Ash asks Serena to join them in their travels, she puts a hand over her heart and smiles before winking at him and accepting the invitation.
:*When Clemont asks Serena why she started her journey, she pulls out the same handkerchief Ash used to bandage her, and shows it to Ash in a second attempt to get him to remember their past. This shows that Serena has kept the same handkerchief Ash used to tie up her knee with after all these years.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Ash bandages Serena's knee and then pulls her up from the ground. She ends up falling into his arms in some sort of hug, and the camera zooms on her surprised face. Then, she quickly pulls away and looks at him, a surprised expression on her face. When Ash is showing her the way out of the forest, she is wide-eyed and blushing. This flashback indicates that Serena developed feelings for Ash after that incident.
:*When Ash identifies Serena as the same girl he helped when he was younger, she blushes.
[[File:Young Ash and Serena.png|thumb|300px|Flashback of Ash and Serena]]
:*Ash asks Serena why she went through all the trouble of returning the handkerchief to him and she replies with "Not just that. You see, I also really wanted to see you again". Serena then pouts, blushing, when she complains about Ash failing to remember her.
:*Serena puts on a pink outfit for {{p|Rhyhorn}} racing and then asks Ash what he thinks of it with a blush on her face.
:*When Serena is on top of the Rhyhorn and demonstrating for Ash how to ride one, she is blushing.
:*When it is nighttime and everyone is sleeping, there is a view of the whole room with Serena's bed shown to be empty. It is then revealed that Serena is in the kitchen baking. At the end of the episode, she hands to Ash a pouch filled with cookies. She blushes and tells him that it is because she is thankful towards him. Then, she has a flashback of her and Ash when they were younger holding hands. After the flashback ends, she winks at him.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]
:*When Ash falls down, everybody else worries about Pikachu, but only Serena yells Ash's name.

*''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
:*When a teacher named {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}} challenges Ash to a battle and states that if she wins, he would have to come with her, Serena freaks out and begins to blush. Later on, when Penelope takes the group to the kindergarten she works at and Serena realizes she misunderstood her, she puts a hand over her heart in relief.
:*When Ash is pushed out of the truck by {{TRT}}, Serena quickly runs towards him while shouting his name.

*''[[XY019|A Conspiracy to Conquer!]]''
:*It can be noted that while Serena is hypnotized, she goes after only Ash while ignoring Meowth.

*''[[XY020|Breaking Titles at the Chateau!]]''
:*Serena and Bonnie are both excited to introduce the idea of the [[Battle Chateau]] to Ash. While Bonnie blushes over the possibility of cake, Serena is blushing because she is sure that he would like it. After they arrive there, Serena asks if this is something Ash's interested in, which he answers in the affirmative.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*Serena is visibly worried when Ash mentions that the video of {{an|Aria}} looks cute before he clarifies that he's talking about Aria's Fennekin. Once the clarification is made, Serena's expression softens.
:*When Serena asks Ash for help with her video and he declines, she is upset. Note that she asks Ash before everyone else.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena specifically asks Ash what he thought of her video with a blush on her face.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Serena high fived with Ash.

*''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''
:*When Ash and friends are using one of Clemont's machines to randomly decide the two who going in the submarine together, Serena unhesitatingly chooses the same arrow as Ash, before either of the siblings can.
:*When Ash attempts to stop Team Rocket from escaping, Serena tries to stop him because of the danger involved.

*''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]''
:*When Ash is rock climbing in [[Cyllage Gym]], the camera focuses on a worried Serena.
:*Before the battle between Ash and [[Grant]] starts, Serena is very worried. She clasps her hands together which catches the notice of Bonnie and Clemont. She then begins to blush and, at one point, tears up when thinking about how hard Ash has trained.

*''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
:*[[Miette]] asks Ash teasingly if he has a future bride in mind (in reference to Bonnie asking women to have her brother Clemont) to see how Serena would react. Serena is shown to be paying close attention from the corner of her eye with a frown, and then looks away and pretends indifference.
:*When Ash is holding on the tube to stop the air flow from reaching the [[mecha]] so it could run, the camera goes to a worried Serena, who yells out his name in concern.
:*At the end of the episode, after Ash calls Serena's name, Miette teases Serena about him and says that if Serena doesn't tell Ash how she feels about him, then she will. Serena blushes bright red, but walks away smiling. It is interesting to note that Serena is the only girl to not deny her feelings for Ash when teased about it.

*''[[XY028|The Bonds of Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash bangs his head against the tree after catching Pikachu, the camera focuses on Serena, who shouts his name in concern while clasping her hands together.

*''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
:*When Ash tries to go down the transporter after Pikachu, Serena tries to stop him from doing anything dangerous while Clemont and Bonnie do nothing.

*''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
:*When Ash is battling [[Korrina]], only Serena is cheering him on, while Clemont and Bonnie are complimenting how strong Lucario is.

*''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''
:*While everyone's picture is being taken, Serena slides closer to Ash leaving an obvious gap separating them from the others and unlike everybody else, Serena isn't looking into the camera but is looking at Ash when the picture is being taken.
:*After the group photo, Serena stands there admiring her picture with Ash and sighs happily until he calls her to hurry and she turns around with a blush.
:*When the group is entering the cave, Serena grabs on to Ash.

*''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]''
:*As Mega Lucario is about to uncontrollably use {{m|Power-Up Punch}} on Ash, who is protecting Pikachu, Serena yells out in concern.

*''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''
:*As Ash follows Bonnie to attempt to save the berries that were stolen by a wild {{p|Ursaring}}, Serena calls after him in a worried tone.
:*Serena is the first person to ask if Ash is all right after saving {{AP|Hawlucha}}.
:*After the mist covering the battle clears up, Serena is the first one to be seen running towards Ash, worried if he is hurt.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*Throughout the episode, Serena is immensely worried about Ash, more so than Clemont and Bonnie. When they are in front of the mirror that Ash went through, Serena clasps her hands together and wishes for Ash to return.
:*When the mirrors drift apart, Ash is carried to the other side away from the group. Mirror Serena yells at Serena that if she wants to travel with Ash, her will for him has to be strong. Serena's eyes widen and then she nods her head in determination realizing that if she wants Ash back, she has to try her hardest.
:*Serena saves Ash by grabbing his hand and helping him make it back to their dimension. Even with both Clemont and Bonnie reaching for Ash, it is Serena who manages to reach him.
:*After Ash is safely back in their dimension, Mirror Serena tells Serena to take good care of Ash; Serena smiles and nods her head in understanding.
:*At the end of the episode, Serena asks Ash if they will always be traveling together from now on, to which a smiling Ash replies with that she should not even have asked such an obvious question.

*''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
:*When Clemont hears a story about a Pokémon that controls trees, captures humans who hurts the forest, and eats them, Serena immediately worries about the possibility that Ash might be eaten.
:*After Pikachu finds Ash, Serena is the first one heard saying his name in concern.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*Serena is immediately worried and asks Ash if he is okay as he lies on the ground after saving her.
:*After Ash injures his foot, Serena nurses it with a wet cloth and her hand seems to linger while she is doing so, and is also apologetic to him, blaming herself that she injured his foot.
:*When Serena exclaims how amazing Ash is after hearing him talk about his dream, he looks at her in surprise. She quickly becomes embarrassed and tends to his foot again to change the subject.
:*Serena takes Ash's advice when he said, "Nothing we ever do is the waste of time," to come up with the idea for a new PokéVision video.
:*Serena is persuaded by Ash that she will find her dream with her Pokémon.

*''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]''
:*Serena asks about Ash's prior foot injury with a concerned look on her face.
:*As Ash makes his way back across after saving Bonnie from the other side, Serena, who says in concern that he can do it, conveys that she does not want Ash to lose his footing and hurt himself.

*''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]''
:*During the entire episode, each time Serena battles, she is usually ordering Fennekin to support Pikachu. This is an interesting hint since she could have chosen to assist Clemont instead or battle more independently like Clemont and Ash did.
:*When Serena recalls how Ash practiced the rhythm battling style the night before, she is the only one who finds it amusing as she giggles and calls Ash clumsy.

*''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''
:*When Ash and his Pokémon are practicing their dancing moves, Bonnie and Clemont start laughing at Ash's clumsiness and Serena tells them to stop.
:*After Clemont's dancing machine blows up, Serena tells Ash that she can teach him to dance. Although the two dancing together is not shown, the scene moves from day to sunset where Ash and Serena have just finished dancing and Ash collapses from exhaustion from a full day's training.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's Hawlucha is struggling with the rhythmic battle style, the camera briefly focuses on Serena with a worried look.
:*After Hawlucha defeats Korrina's Meinfoo, Serena internally cheers for Ash to win.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*While Ash is training Froakie and Pikachu, Serena is the only one who is cheering for him while Bonnie and Clemont only give compliments about the two Pokémon.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that it was thanks to her teaching that he was able to participate in a race, Serena visibly blushes.
:*When Ash is about to reveal Serena's goal to Grace, Serena quickly covers his mouth.
:*As Serena is practicing her routine, she becomes discouraged but instantly cheers up as she remembers Ash's encouragement.
:*During the race against Grace, when Serena falls behind, she shouts the words Ash told her when they met, helping her win the race.

*''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]''
:*When Ash falls down after Goomy lands on his head, Serena calls out in worry, despite it not being a dangerous situation.
:*When {{TRT}} orders their Pokémon to attack Ash, Serena is the only one who voices her concern.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*After Serena and Bonnie are separated from Ash and Clemont, Serena is calling out for Ash but not Clemont.

*''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''
:*When Serena goes out onto the balcony, she watches Ash training and admires him for his hard work, which also motivates her to work hard for her first [[Pokémon Showcase|Showcase]].

[[File:Serena new look.png|thumb|300px|Serena blushing with her hand on the ribbon Ash gave her.]]
*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*When Serena registers for the [[Pokémon Showcase]], she looks at Ash and loses her sense of doubt and nervousness when she sees him nod in encouragement.
:*As Ash and Serena walk away from Bonnie and Clemont, Serena's thoughts are voiced over as she quickly comes to the conclusion that she is on a date with Ash.
:*While walking, Serena blushes and attempts to hold Ash's hand. Her hand is visibly shaking and has turned red, possibly out of nervousness, and she is unable to grab his hand.
:*When Ash and Serena are riding the monorail, Serena sees Ash looking happily out the window; this makes her smile and blush.
:*When Ash goes on his own to look for presents for his Pokémon, Serena is visibly disappointed at being left alone.
:*During the fireworks, when Ash gives Serena the blue ribbon as a gift for helping him out, Serena is surprised, blushes, and happily accepts the gift.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*During the Pokémon Showcase, Serena recalls Ash's advice from ''Day Three Blockbusters!'' and makes sure to put everything she has learned on her journey thus far into her performance.
:*When Ash points out that Serena is wearing the ribbon he gave her on her new outfit, she blushes.

*''[[XY061|An Oasis of Hope!]]''
:*As Ash voices his anger, Serena joins in while Bonnie and Clemont remain quiet.
:*When Ash is struck by Iron Tail, Serena calls out his name in worry.

*''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, Bonnie, and Serena enter to the ventilation duct, Serena moves closer to Ash.

*''[[XY064|Battling With Elegance With a Big Smile!]]''
:*After being challenged to a battle by Aria, Serena is hesitant to accept the challenge, but does so after being encouraged by Ash. She blushes as he does so.
:*During her battle with Aria, Serena looks at Ash several times and later mimics his battle style.

*''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]''
:*Serena blushes while asking Ash what strategy he has for his upcoming Gym battle against Clemont.
:*Serena worriedly calls out to Ash after the fire closes in on him.

*''[[XY067|The Moment of Lumiose Truth!]]''
:*Serena puts her hand over her heart when she became worried about Ash losing the battle against Clemont.
:*Serena cheers on Ash during his battle and congratulates him after he defeated Clemont.

*''[[XY069|Defending the Homeland!]]''
:*When Ash becomes frustrated after [[Keanan]] talks about how Pokémon should solve problems alone, Serena looks at him with a worried expression.

*''[[XY070|Beyond the Rainbow!]]''
:*As Ash, Goodra, and Florges are in Team Rocket's jet, Serena becomes concerned and whispers Ash's name in worry.
:*When Ash and his Goodra land safely on the ground after falling from Team Rocket's jet, Serena runs up to Ash to check on him. In doing so, she puts her hands on both his shoulders and exclaims her relief that he is all right.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Serena called for Ash first.
:*Both Serena and Ash are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*When Serena and Bonnie are looking on a dress, Serena asks only for Ash's opinion about the dress, but when she looks back, he is already outside battling with Sawyer.
:*When Serena is on stage in her furisode outfit, she is surprised by Ash's presence, and she blushes when he asks her how she had gotten on stage.

*''[[XY074|Fairy-Type Trickery!]]''
:*Before entering in the [[Laverre Gym]], Serena is the only one showing confidence in Ash in his match against Valerie.

*''[[SS033|Lights! Camera! Pika!]]''
:*When Serena is filming and sees Ash and Pikachu grow bashful after [[Frank]] compliments them, she remarks on it while blushing.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Miette teases Serena about her relationship with Ash several times, which causes Serena to blush and get flustered. This includes when Miette:
::*asks Serena if her new haircut may be due to being rejected by Ash.
::*states that she would succeed in getting Ash.
::*after losing the [[Pokémon Showcase]], whispers that she will also not give up on the other competition, referring to Ash.
:*During the Poké Puff Baking round of the competition, Serena has a flashback of Ash enjoying her Poké Puffs for inspiration. The last image and sound she recalls of the flashback is Ash laughing.
:*When Serena's dress is ripped after bumping into Jessie, Serena's first thought is to fall into despair, but she quickly recovers after remembering Ash's never-give-up attitude, and was able to tailor her dress in time for her own performance.
:*Serena seems happy when Ash congratulates her on the Showcase as she blushes when he states that her dress fits her well.
:*Serena looks a little worried when Ash wishes Miette good luck.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When Ash tells Serena that she can ride along with him on the Mamoswine, she blushes.
:*Serena thanks Ash for praising her on how she managed to cross the bridge despite her fear due to the enormous height.
:*When the Mamoswine were running to smash the boulder in their path, Serena holds on to Ash's shoulders.
:*After Ash jumps off of Mamoswine to confront Abomasnow, Serena is the only person to call out his name in worry and then follow him.
:*Serena blushes when Ash compliments her for finding the herb they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Ash is going to check the roof of the Pokemon Center, Serena tells him to be careful because of the rain.
:*Serena blushes when she asks Ash how he thinks of her nurse outfit.

*''[[XY084|Mending a Broken Spirit!]]''
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie find Serena at [[Woodward]]'s house, Serena only mentions Ash when she expresses her surprise at seeing them.
:*When Team Rocket tries to steal Pikachu, Serena specifically appeals to Ash for help in battling them.

*''[[XY089|Tag Team Battle Inspiration!]]''
:*Serena is blushing when Shauna suggests that Serena likes Ash.
:*Serena freaks out when Ash overhears her talking about him.

*''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
:*After the battle ends, and Ash explains his strategy involving Pikachu that helped him win, Serena is seen gazing at Ash in admiration while recalling something he said several episodes ago, before the conversation resumes.

*''[[XY095|A Giga Battle With Mega Results!]]''
:*When Ash rushes in to help Nurse Joy get out of the cracks, Serena grabs him to support him.

*''[[XY098|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]''
:*After Ash and [[Sanpei]] jump off the balcony in pursuit of [[Kagetomo]], Serena is the only one who immediately tries to follow before being stopped by {{kal|Shinobu}}. Even after Shinobu tells her to return to [[Ippei]] as a safer alternative, Serena hesitates and whispers Ash's name in worry.

*''[[XY103|A Windswept Encounter!]]''
:*While Ash is warning his {{AP|Noibat}} not to venture too far away, Serena is seen looking fondly at Ash

*''[[XY104|Party Dancecapades!]]''
:*When Serena receives mail about the dance party, she looks at Ash and blushes when she finds out that all Performers attending must have a male partner.
:*It is proposed that Clemont becomes Serena's dancing partner (due to [[Clemont's Bunnelby]] being [[Serena's Sylveon|Serena's Eevee's]] dance partner). Though she accepts for Eevee's sake, Serena is visibly reluctant and sighs in disappointment while glancing at Ash.
:*When Ash and his friends meet up with [[Miette]] again, Serena is shown to be shocked when Miette grabs Ash's hands and asks him to be her partner. Serena freaks out even more when Ash accepts.
:*When Miette looks at Serena and winks while holding Ash's hand, Serena seems upset and determined.
:*When Ash is following Miette around with a pile of dresses, Serena looks at him and sighs.
:*During the rotation dance, Serena constantly glances at Ash, blushing while doing so.
:*Serena is blushing and watching in slow-motion as Ash extends his arm towards her, and is extremely shocked, disappointed, and upset when the rotation dance ends without Serena dancing once with Ash.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Serena is visibly nervous about the upcoming Showcase, but perks up after Ash encourages her.
:*When Sylveon becomes anxious and Serena fails to motivate her with words, Serena remembers Ash's advice regarding food and offers a Poké Puff to Sylveon in order to cheer her up.

*[[XY109]]
:*When Ash, Noibat, and Hawlucha are separated from Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a cave, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]''
:*In the beginning of the episode, after Serena says she doesn't know what she is going to do, Ash asks her to travel with them, saying that it was because of her that he won the [[Bug Badge]] and that it would be nice if she stayed with them. This is the first time that Ash has asked a female [[Ash's friends|companion]] to travel with him. It can also be noted that when Ash asked Serena to travel with him, he appears to be nervous, which is shown in his voice and when he scratches his cheek; cheek scratching is a classic anime symbol for nervousness.
:*In a flashback of when Ash and Serena first met as children, Serena hurts her knee. Ash arrives, takes out a handkerchief upon seeing her injury, and bandages it up for her. Then, he holds out his hand and when she hesitates to take it, he grabs her hand and pulls her up, quickly taking her by surprise and making her fall into his arms in a hug. It is noted that during the hug, it is Serena who pulls away and not him. Afterwards, he holds her hand and helps her find her way back to the camp.
:*After the flashback, Ash finally remembers Serena as "the girl with the straw hat." After Serena pouts for not recognizing her right away, Ash apologizes.
:*Learning that Serena took Rhyhorn racing lessons from her mother, Ash asks her to train him so he can participate.
:*After receiving cookies from Serena, Ash seems to enjoy them a lot.

*''[[XY010|Mega-Mega Meowth Madness!]]''
:*It can be noted that Ash checks on Serena first and asks if she was okay instead of checking on Bonnie or [[Professor Sycamore]].

*''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''
:*As the group is looking for {{p|Pangoro}}'s bamboo leaf, there is a scene where Ash helps Serena cross a small river by holding her hand. The scene only shows Ash and Serena getting across and not the others.

*''[[XY012|To Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!]]''
:*When Ash tells Dolan to let everyone out of the net, he explicitly mentions Serena, but not Clemont or Bonnie, calling them "the others".

*''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant!]]''
:*When everyone is holding each other's ears from {{p|Snorlax}}'s snoring, Ash is holding Serena's ears.

*''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
:*When Serena is in her Fennekin outfit, Ash is seen to be blankly staring at her, possibly out of attraction. His is the only face out of everyone present (an audience including Bonnie, Clemont, Dedenne, Froakie, Fletchling and Pikachu) that has a different expression than the others. It is also worth noting that the camera focuses on just Ash's face at first, showing everyone else a few seconds later.

*''[[XY022|Going for the Gold!]]''
:*Ash spoke up to show Serena how to fish.
:*After seeing the golden {{p|Magikarp}} for real, Ash high fived with Serena.

*''[[XY026|A Battle By Any Other Name!]]''
:*When Serena shows her fresh-baked Poké Puffs to the group, Ash tries some and compliments them.
:*When the team goes out to the forest to looks for berries for the Poké Puff competition, Ash expresses concern for Serena when she runs into the forest by herself.
:*When the group hears Serena screaming from a distance, Ash calls out her name and runs after her.
:*Ash is the first person to find Serena and ask if she's all right.

*''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''
:*When the Mirror Dimension is splitting apart, Ash makes a great leap across the chasm and grabs on to Serena's hand instead of calling upon one of his Pokémon or using Clemont's {{p|Aipom}} arm.

*''[[XY040|Day Three Blockbusters!]]''
:*When Serena begins to fall down a cliff, Ash runs after her and grabs her hand to try to stop her from falling, but ends up falling down with her in the process.
:*When Serena sees that Ash has twisted his ankle, he reassures her that he's okay.
:*When Serena is feeding her Fennekin, the camera focuses on Ash, who is staring at her and smiling.
:*When Serena asks what she want to do as her dream, Ash encourages her that she will find it together with {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}}.

*''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]''
:*When Ash's rhythm battling strategy seems to be failing against Korrina, he turns to look at Serena in the middle of the battle and remembers her words from the [[XY043|previous day]]'s training, which motivates him and gives him an idea that helps him win the battle.

*''[[XY048|A Campus Reunion!]]''
:*When {{p|Luxio}} uses {{m|Swift}}, Ash moves in front of Serena in a defensive position.

*''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
:*When Team Rocket throws a smoke bomb, Ash and Serena turn towards each other and cover both of their heads with their arms to protect each other.

*''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]''
:*When Serena falls down the cliff with Clemont, Ash is the only one that calls out to her.

*''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]''
:*Ash praises Serena, saying it was thanks to her he learned how to ride a Rhyhorn.
:*Ash is constantly checking on Serena to see if she is all right.
:*When Grace talks about Serena not helping with cooking, Ash speaks up and compliments Serena's baking skills.
:*When Grace brings Ash and Serena together, they look at each other with embarrassment.

*''[[XY054|Facing the Grand Design!]]''
:*When the group see a {{p|Malamar}} and remember their previous encounter with it, Ash puts his arm out in front of Serena to protect her.
:*When a truck is driving recklessly and almost hits them, Ash pushes Serena away from the road so she does not get hit. This is significant because both Clemont and Bonnie are closer to the road at the time and are therefore in even more danger of being hit by the truck.

*''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]''
:*When the group is separated, Ash is calling out for Serena only, despite others like Bonnie and {{AP|Goomy}} being lost as well.

*''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]''
:*Thanks to a suggestion from Serena, Ash comes up with what to get for his Pokémon as a gift.
:*When Ash puts down his heavy bag of berries, he looks at Serena and laughs nervously.
:*Ash wins a blue ribbon for being a significant number rider on the Coumarine Monorail. At the end of the episode, he gives it to Serena as his way of saying thanks for her help, scratching his nose nervously.

*''[[XY060|A Showcase Debut!]]''
:*When Clemont is wondering if Serena is okay after her loss in the Pokemon Showcase, Ash assures him that she will be fine because she is strong.
:*When Bonnie and Clemont notice that Serena is missing, Ash volunteers to go find her.
:*When the group sees Serena's new hairstyle for the first time, Ash is the only one who has a positive reaction. Clemont just asks what happened and Bonnie complains that she preferred Serena's long hair.
:**Ash comments that the blue ribbon he gave Serena in the previous episode looked great on her.

*''[[XY064|Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!]]''
:*After Ariana challenges Serena to a Double Battle, Ash is the one who gives Serena enough encouragement to accept the challenge.

*''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]''
:*While searching, Ash calls out for Serena first.
:*Both Ash and Serena are relieved to see each other when they reunite.

*''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]''
:*Serena keeps suggesting that they visit the shop to check some outfits while Ash consistently agrees. It is atypical of Ash to want to visit a clothing shop, given his established personality.
:*When Serena appears on stage in a furisode outfit, Ash is shown to be staring at her in awe.

*''[[XY079|Performing with Fiery Charm!]]''
:*Ash greatly cheers Serena when she shows confidence in not losing the Showcase.
:*Ash states that Serena is amazing after trying her Poké Puffs.
:*When Ash, Clemont, and Bonnie are voting for Serena, Ash noticeably raises his PokéLume higher than the others.
:*Ash is shown congratulating Serena after the Showcase and compliments her on her dress.

*''[[XY082|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]''
:*When the group is deciding the pairs needed to ride on the Mamoswine, Ash happily picks Serena to ride with him.
:*When Serena volunteered to switch spots with Ash, he had high hopes for her to get up the slope.
:*While crossing the bridge in the snowy mountains, a blast of icy wind frightens Serena, and Ash comforts her. He then praises her once they are safely across the bridge.
:*When the group splits up to find the herbs needed, Ash again quickly picks Serena to be his partner.
:*Ash compliments Serena when she finds the herb that they were looking for.

*''[[XY083|Adventures in Running Errands!]]''
:*When Serena asks Ash what he thinks of her nurse outfit, Ash tells her it suits her well.

*''[[XY088|A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!]]''
:*When Serena dives to catch Eevee after Jessie commanded Gourgeist to use Seed Bomb, Ash is the only one who yells out Serena's name in worry.
:*When Serena was trying to protect Eevee from Jessie and another one of Gourgeist's Seed Bomb attacks, Ash, again is the only one yelling her name in worry.

*''[[XY091|A Performance Pop Quiz!]]''
:*When Serena is about to search for Eevee, Ash was the first to offer to look himself.

*[[XY108]]
:*Twice near the beginning of the episode, Ash offers Serena encouragement when he sees how nervous she is.
:*Ash seems a lot more excited than Clemont and Bonnie and praises Serena more during her performance and cheers more for her when she wins.
:*When Serena learns the location of the Master Class, Ash puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her that he will put off his eighth Gym battle until after her performance. This is good because it shows he put her before him

===Other hints===
[[File:Entertainment Kiss.png|thumb|200px|Valentine's Day poster with Ash and Serena.]]
[[File:Ash and Serena Animedia.png|thumb|200px|The poster from Animedia Magazine.]]
*On the second promotional poster for the series, Serena is depicted blushing while looking at Ash.
*''[[XY006|Battling on Thin Ice!]]''
:*After Serena asks Ash if he remembers her, Ash's {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{AP|Fletchling}} run to {{an|Clemont}} and {{an|Bonnie}} in response, implying that the two Pokémon sense that this is a sensitive moment between Ash and Serena and that they should be left alone.
:*As Serena and Ash talk, [[Alexa]] is seen smiling at the two of them, suggesting that she enjoys seeing the two of them together and even senses a spark between them. However, she could also be smiling as a response to Serena restoring Ash's motivation to train, by quoting a sentence he once said in his childhood, about "never giving up".
:*Before the start of the rematch between Ash and Viola, Alexa tells Serena when she heard Ash and her talking, he needed some inspiration, but she didn't think it would be from her. This sentence implies that Ash would not be as inspired and determined to win the battle if Serena had not appeared.
*On the first official character connection table, an arrow is shown from Serena to Ash with the phrase "I love ...?".
**In the March 2014 issue of ''Onnanoko to Tame no Kuchikomi & Tōkō Magazine'', there is a summary of Serena where among her character description it says that she has special feelings towards Ash. There is also another character connection table with an arrow from Serena to Ash that says "very interested in".
***The aforementioned magazine also includes a poster with Ash and Serena (Clemont and Bonnie are clearly missing) surrounded by Pokémon and hearts. Serena is holding a heart while looking up at Ash.
*There is another official poster from Animedia Magazine of only Serena and Ash sitting next to each other and holding drinks.
*On the official Pokémon movie website for Japan, there is a quiz where one question asks what the dialogue from Serena was at the end of ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'' and one of the options is Serena saying, "My dream is, to become Satoshi’s bride… AH! I am embarrassed!"
*At the end of the third Pokemon XY ending theme, while Serena is sleeping, Ash places a blanket over her. This is interesting since the most likely person to do that would be Bonnie, considering their closeness.
**Many fans are intrigued by the ending theme since there is a line that says "two people finding a new love" followed by the scene of Ash placing a blanket over Serena.
*During the Pokemon Special that aired between ''[[XY055|A Slippery Encounter!]]'' and ''[[XY056|One for the Goomy!]]'', Ash and Serena were the only ones narrating their progress in Kalos while Clemont and Bonnie were noticeably absent.
*The Japanese title of ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' is "Satoshi and Serena's First Date!? The Vow Tree and the Present!!"
**In this episode, Ash gives Serena a ribbon, which is one of the very few times Ash has ever given a gift to one of his female friends (he gave a {{p|Beedrill}} to {{an|Casey}} in ''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]'' and a flower to {{an|Iris}} in ''[[BW131|The Path That Leads to Goodbye!]]''). It should be noted that unlike when he gave those gifts to Casey and Iris, he gave Serena the ribbon without any advice from another person.
*When Ash and his traveling companions split up to go look for something, he tends to partner up with Serena.
*Serena looks to Ash for guidance and advice on occasion, and she usually takes his recommendations seriously.
*Ash and Serena are often eating and sitting next to each other.
*So far in the series, three recurring female characters have noted Serena's crush on Ash: [[Miette]], Bonnie, and [[Shauna]]. Every time it has been openly discussed with her, rather than attempting to deny it, Serena instead blushes and acts embarrassed.

==Movie evidence==

===Serena's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**During the night after Ash and [[Diancie (anime)|Diancie]] make a wish on a star, it shows Serena awake in her tent gazing at Ash adoringly from a distance without him being aware.
**When Ash is separated from Diancie and the rest of his friends, Diancie expresses her worry for him, but Serena instantly speaks up, believing that he will be fine.
*''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''
**In the trailer, Serena becomes extremely worried about Ash and calls his name in fear when he becomes taken over by the [[Prison Bottle]] he caught.

===Ash's hints===
*''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''
**Ash holds Serena's hand as they cross a log together even though the help was most likely unnecessary.
**When Ash is telling {{an|Diancie}} about friends, Ash turns his head to Serena, then turns back to Diancie. Although {{an|Bonnie}} was standing behind Serena, Ash was making full eye contact with the latter.
**In the ending credits, when Ash and the others see a shooting star, Serena is making a wish and Ash is the only one who is looking at her while Clemont and Bonnie start sleeping.

== Similarities ==
*They both wear hats and are based off of a playable character from the games: {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Serena}}, respectively.
*Both [[Serena's Fennekin]] and [[Ash's Froakie]] were originally [[Professor Sycamore]]'s.
**Both Pokémon have evolved under their ownership, {{AP|Greninja}} and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}.
*Both Ash and Serena have had only their mothers make an appearance in the anime: {{Delia}} and {{kal|Grace}}, respectively.
*Both own at least one Pokémon that wears sunglasses: Ash owns a {{AP|Krookodile}} and a {{AP|Squirtle}}, while Serena owns a {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}.
*Their first {{t|Fighting}} types were {{AP|Primeape}} and Pancham respectively, both of which have coincidentally stolen Ash's hat.
*They both own a Pokédex.
*They both know how to ride Rhyhorn, Skiddo, and Mamoswine.
*Both have unknown fathers.
*Both have changed their hats at some point.
*Both have traveled through their home regions in two different traveling outfits.
*Both have been hit in the face with a {{m|Flamethrower}} attack by the first {{type|Fire}} they owned.
**Serena was burned by her Fennekin and Ash has been burned by his {{TP|Ash|Charizard}} multiple times.
*Before they eat, both usually take their hats off.
*They both received a new [[Pokédex]] from Professor Sycamore in ''[[XY092|All Eyes on the Future!]]''.

== Trivia ==
*Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Summer Camp in [[Pallet Town]]. This would make it the first time a [[Ash's friends|traveling companion]] of Ash's knew him prior to [[EP001|the beginning of the series]].
*"SatoSere", the shipping's Japanese name, has been trending in Japan on Twitter at various times.
**Junichi Masuda, a Pokémon composer, has tweeted a picture of Ash and Serena as Pikachu, playing with one another. In the actual tweet, he tagged multiple AmourShipping accounts.
*Serena is the only one of Ash's friends so far to not have invited herself along with him and to travel with Ash, and was instead invited.
*Serena is the first one of Ash's female companions not to get shocked by his Pikachu.

== Alternate names ==
* '''SatoSere''' - often used, this name is taken from '''Sato'''shi and '''Sere'''na
* '''AASL''' - standing for '''A'''sh '''A'''nd '''S'''erena '''L'''ove
* '''ChildhoodShipping''' - another name of the shipping, due to the fact that Ash and Serena met each other when they were young at Professor Oak's Summer Camp in Pallet Town.

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