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'''Vanity Affair''' (Japanese: '''海の男！四天王ゲンジ登場！！''' ''Man of the Sea! {{tt|Four Heavenly Kings|Elite Four}} {{tt|Genji|Drake}} Appears!!'') is the 101st episode of the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, and the 375th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It was first broadcast in Japan on November 4, 2004 and in the United States on November 12, 2005.
'''Vanity Affair''' (Japanese: '''海の男！四天王ゲンジ登場！！''' ''Man of the Sea! {{tt|Four Heavenly Kings|Elite Four}} {{tt|Genji|Drake}} Appears!!'') is the 101st episode of ''[[Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire]]'', and the 375th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It was first broadcast in Japan on November 4, 2004 and in the United States on November 12, 2005.


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==Plot==
==Plot==
{{Ash}} is {{pkmn|battle|battling}} an unnamed {{pkmn|Trainer}} on a dock as the episode begins. Ash is using {{AP|Torkoal}} while his opponent has called out {{p|Scizor}}. Scizor goes for a {{m|Fury Cutter}}, but Torkoal uses {{m|Flamethrower}}, forcing Scizor to dodge it and stop its attack. Scizor responds with a {{m|Hyper Beam}}, but Torkoal {{m|Iron Defense|tucks itself into its shell}}, negating the effects of the attack. As Torkoal emerges from its shell unharmed, Ash smiles and throws up a peace sign. Scizor's onslaught doesn't stop as it charges in with {{m|Metal Claw}}. Torkoal responds with {{m|Overheat}}, which hits the {{type|Bug}}. Scizor [[fainting|faints]] from the attack, and {{an|Brock}}, who's been refereeing the match, declares Ash to be the winner. Ash's opponent compliments him afterwards, saying that Ash must be a skillful Trainer because he's earned seven [[Hoenn League]] [[Badge]]s. Nearby, [[Drake]] is seen watching the battle from afar.  
{{Ash}} takes on another {{pkmn|Trainer}} and his {{p|Scizor}} while [[Drake]] watches on from afar. Scizor goes for a {{m|Fury Cutter}}, but {{AP|Torkoal}} uses {{m|Flamethrower}}, forcing Scizor to dodge it and stop its attack. Scizor responds with a {{m|Hyper Beam}}, but Torkoal {{m|Iron Defense|tucks itself into its shell}}, negating the effects of the attack. As Torkoal emerges from its shell unharmed, Scizor's charges in with {{m|Metal Claw}}. Torkoal responds with {{m|Overheat}} to win the match. Afterwards, Ash and {{ashfr}} decide to relax at a local restarant, unaware that {{TRT}} are working there to make money to fund their schemes. [[James]] approaches to get the customer's orders, though is startled to see the [[twerp]]s. He rushes back into the kitchen to alert his teammates to the twerps' arrival, so they consider kidnapping {{AP|Pikachu}}. However, they decide to bide theit time for now after imagining the rather intimidating Drake, who is also a customer, blasting them off with a massive punch. While enjoying his hot cup of peppermint milk, Drake also notices the group through a window and approaches them. As {{an|May}} discusses strategy for her next {{pkmn|Contest}}, Drake advises the young {{pkmn|Coordinator}} that her choice of {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} is very important. May is startled by the man and [[Max]] suddenly recognizes Drake as a member of the [[Elite Four]], surprising the group and impressing Team Rocket. Drake compliments Ash on his earlier battle. He promptly invites the group aboard his boat, as well as the waiters, Jessie and James, for the great glass of peppermint milk.  


In a nearby restaurant at the dock, [[Jessie]], [[James]], and {{MTR}} are having a part-time job. As Jessie and James are cleaning, they wonder where the [[twerps]] could be at that moment. After looking longingly at the ocean scenery, Drake walks through the door. Jessie and James inform Drake that the regular staff isn't there today, but Drake doesn't seem to care. He orders a hot milk with sugar, and tells the trio that it had better taste the same as it would if the regular staff was there. {{TRT}} is intimidated.
Drake escorts everyone to the docks as his grand ship sails into view. Once aboard, everyone marvels over the ship's grandeur. Max then asks Drake to show them his Pokémon, and Ash eagerly joins in. Drake instead suggests a battle with Ash, and the young Trainer agrees almost immediately. {{an|Brock}} cautions Ash given his earlier over-confidence, but Ash is certain that he'll win. Meanwhile, Team Rocket realize that this may be their chance to nab Pikachu. The first round of the three-on-three match begins with Drake choosing {{p|Shelgon}} while Ash selects Pikachu. Ash seems confident, thinking that Pikachu's {{stat|Speed}} will give it the advantage. Pikachu starts off by using {{m|Thunderbolt}}, and it hits Shelgon directly. However, Drake seems calm. Pikachu repeats the attack, but this time Shelgon dodges it, although barely, with {{m|Double-Edge}}. Shelgon keeps charging at Pikachu, but he is easily able to avoid it with a {{m|Quick Attack}}. Believing that he has Shelgon all tired out, Ash tells Pikachu to use {{m|Iron Tail}}. Drake doesn't seem to react until Pikachu is in range before having Shelgon counter with {{m|Dragon Breath}} and follow up with {{m|Dragon Claw}}. The two attacks prove to be too much for Pikachu, and the little Pokémon faints. Ash retrieves Pikachu from the field as Brock comments favorably on Drake's strength in battle. Drake’s first mate, [[Fitzwilliam]], admits that Shelgon's incredible endurance was key to Drake's strategy.


Meanwhile, Ash and {{ashfr}} are looking for a place to relax after the recent battle. They spot the restaurant and they decide to sit at one of the tables outside the building. After settling down, [[Max]] brings up the recent battle, and how Torkoal had a [[type]] advantage, and Ash states that he won't lose to anyone who challenges him. Just then, James comes outside to take everyone's orders, but does a double take when he recognizes Ash and his friends. James nervously runs off, confusing everyone. Drake has now noticed Ash and the others sitting outside.  
Drake brings out {{p|Altaria}}, and Ash responds with {{AP|Grovyle}}. Max is worried because a {{type|Grass}} is weak against a {{type|Flying}}, but Ash seems to have a plan. As Fitzwilliam predicted, Ash has Grovyle jump from mast to mast, allowing it to reach the Flying Pokémon. It then uses {{m|Bullet Seed}}, but Altaria flies behind one of the masts to evade the onslaught. Grovyle prepares to lash its opponent with a {{m|Leaf Blade}}, but Altaria is nowhere to be seen. Suddenly, it appears from behind with a {{m|Take Down}} attack. With its opponent starting to wear out, Altaria then uses Dragon Breath, knocking Grovyle to the ground. Drake advises Ash that he needs to fully focus on the battle if he hopes to win. Altaria then charges downward with a {{m|Sky Attack}}, but Grovyle is able to dodge it with Quick Attack, before throwing out a Leaf Blade at its opponent. However, Altaria dodges the attack with {{m|Aerial Ace}} and fires a {{m|Solar Beam}}, which sends Grovyle crashing through two barrels before slamming into a wall and knocking itself out. Drake gently picks up Grovyle, and after a quick inspection admits that some rest at the [[Pokémon Center]] will help it recover. Ash agrees and [[recall]]s Grovyle. Drake commends Ash on his improved abilities, admitting that maintaining a clear mind will help him go far.


In the restaurant's kitchen, Jessie and Team Rocket plot to kidnap {{AP|Pikachu}}. However, they decide against their regular tactics when they imagine Drake making them blast off again with his massive punch. They decide to bide their time for the time being.
Drake invites everyone to have dinner on his ship after Ash's Pokémon have been treated at the Pokémon Center, and everyone happily accepts. Off to the side, Team Rocket put their latest Pikachu-nabbing scheme into motion. They distract May, who is holding the now-conscious Pikachu, with a drink. As May tries to take it, Jessie quickly snatches Pikachu from her hands, and Team Rocket jumps into their waiting [[Team Rocket's mechas|balloon]]. The trio recites their {{motto}} as they remove their [[List of Team Rocket's disguises|waiter uniforms]]. Drake wastes no time in calling out his {{p|Salamence}}, which uses a Dragon Claw on the balloon's basket, causing the balloon to shake violently. This, in turn, causes Jessie to drop Pikachu and Salamence swoops in to save the little Pokémon. With Pikachu riding on its back, Salamence unleashes a Flamethrower attack on the balloon, sending Team Rocket blasting off. May checks her [[Pokédex]] for information about Salamence, while Ash, watching Drake's Pokémon in action, comments that this must be the true power of the Elite Four.  


Back outside, Brock asks {{an|May}} about her next {{pkmn|Contest}}. Just at that moment, Drake approaches the group and tells the young {{pkmn|Coordinator}} that her choice of {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} is very important. She thanks him for the advice. Suddenly, Max recognizes Drake as a member of the [[Elite Four]], surprising the group. Inside the restaurant, Team Rocket is also impressed by this bit of news.
That night, the group join Drake and crew for a hearty dinner. Drake tells Ash that he shouldn't focus so much on winning, but should always seek stronger and stronger opponents, having suffered from overly large self-confidence in the past as well. Ash nods at this advice, having learned a lesson in humility, and is now ready for his next adventure.
 
Outside, Drake compliments Ash on his battle with Torkoal, pointing out that he had good timing. Ash thanks him and introduces himself, and his friends follow suit. Drake then invites everyone to his boat, and his invitation is eagerly accepted. Suddenly, Jessie shows up, and although she's intimidated by the Elite Four member, she is relieved when she's complimented on his drink. Drake then invites Jessie and James to come to his boat as well.
 
The group (including Team Rocket) is led to the edge of one of the docks. Drake stands at the edge and stares at the ocean, waiting for his boat to arrive. The boat swings into view from the distance, but it looks more like a pirate ship than the small boat Ash and the others were imagining. The ship's crew greet their captain as the ship docks. As {{p|Wingull}} fly overhead, Brock marvels at the ship's large masts. Max then asks Drake to show them his Pokémon, and Ash eagerly joins in. Drake instead asks for a battle with Ash, and the young Trainer agrees almost immediately. Brock yells at Ash to wait and think about his decision, but Ash is confident that he'll win. Meanwhile, Team Rocket realize that this may be their chance to nab Pikachu.
 
The battle begins with Drake choosing {{p|Shelgon}} while Ash chooses Pikachu. Ash seems confident, thinking that Pikachu’s {{Stat|Speed}} will give it the advantage. Pikachu starts off by using {{m|Thunderbolt}}, and it hits Shelgon directly. However, Drake seems calm. Pikachu repeats the attack, but this time Shelgon dodges it, although barely, with {{m|Double-Edge}}. Meanwhile, May and James comment about Pikachu's attack.
 
Shelgon keeps changing at Pikachu, but the mouse Pokémon is easily able to avoid it with a {{m|Quick Attack}}. Believing that he has Shelgon all tired out, Ash tells Pikachu to use {{m|Iron Tail}}. Drake doesn't seem to react, but just when Pikachu's attack is about to make contact, he had Shelgon counter with {{m|Dragon Breath}}, and then follow up with {{m|Dragon Claw}}. The two attacks prove to be too much for Pikachu, and the little Pokémon faints. Ash retrieves Pikachu as Brock comments favorably on Drake's strength in battle. One of the crew members describes Shelgon's incredible endurance and how strong the captain is as the battle resumes.
 
Drake brings out {{p|Altaria}}, and Ash responds with {{AP|Grovyle}}. Max is worried because {{type|Grass}} are weak against {{type|Flying}}, but Ash seems to have a plan. He tells Grovyle to jump from mast to mast, allowing it to reach the flying Pokémon. It then uses {{m|Bullet Seed}}, but Altaria is able to avoid it by ducking behind one of the masts. Grovyle then uses {{m|Leaf Blade}}, but Altaria seems to have disappeared. Suddenly, it appears from behind with a {{m|Take Down}} attack. With its opponent starting to wear out, Altaria then uses Dragon Breath, knocking Grovyle to the ground. Drake then tells Ash that he needs to fully focus on the battle if he hopes to win. Altaria then charges downward with a {{m|Sky Attack}}, but Grovyle is able to dodge it with Quick Attack, before throwing out a Leaf Blade at the opponent. However, Altaria dodges the attack with {{m|Aerial Ace}} and fires a {{m|Solar Beam}}, which sends Grovyle crashing through two barrels before slamming into a wall and knocking itself out.
 
Drake gently picks up Ash's Pokémon and tells the young Trainer that Grovyle's injuries aren't too serious but it should be taken to a [[Pokémon Center]] immediately after the battle. Ash agrees and recalls Grovyle. Drake invites everyone to have dinner on his ship after Ash's Pokémon have been treated at the Pokémon Center, and everyone happily accepts. Off to the side, May is holding the now-conscious Pikachu. As Jessie puts on a pair of rubber gloves, James offers May a drink. When she tries to take it, Jessie quickly snatches the Pokémon from her hands, and Team Rocket jumps into their balloon, which is seen floating nearby. The trio recites their {{motto}} as they reveal who they are to the group.
 
Drake wastes no time in calling out his {{p|Salamence}}, which uses a Dragon Claw on the balloon's basket, causing the balloon to shake violently. This, in turn, causes Jessie to drop Pikachu and Salamence swoops in to save the little Pokémon. With Pikachu riding on its back, Salamence unleashes a Flamethrower attack on the balloon, sending Team Rocket blasting off again. May checks her [[Pokédex]] for information about Salamence, while Ash, watching Drake's Pokémon in action, comments that this must be the true power of the Elite Four.
 
That same night, Drake, Ash and his friends, and Drake's crew enjoy a hearty dinner. Drake tells Ash that he shouldn't focus so much on losing, but should always seek stronger and stronger opponents, having suffered from overly large self-confidence in the past as well. Ash nods at this advice, having learned a lesson in humility, and is now ready for his next adventure.


==Major events==
==Major events==
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} meet [[Drake]], a member of [[Hoenn]]'s [[Elite Four]].
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} meet [[Drake]], a member of the [[Hoenn]] [[Elite Four]].
* Ash has a {{pkmn|battle}} with Drake and loses.
* Ash has a {{pkmn|battle}} with Drake and loses.
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====Humans====
====Humans====
* [[Drake]]
* [[Drake]]
====Pokémon debuts====


==Characters==
==Characters==
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* [[James]]
* [[James]]
* [[Drake]]
* [[Drake]]
* [[Fitzwilliam]]
* Drake's crew members
** [[Fitzwilliam]]
* {{pkmn|Trainer}}


===Pokémon===
===Pokémon===
[[File:PTC AG101.png|thumb|200px|right|Pokémon Trainer's Choice]]
[[File:PTC AG101.png|thumb|200px|Pokémon Trainer's Choice]]
[[Pokémon Trainer's Choice]]: {{p|Wingull}}
[[Pokémon Trainer's Choice]]: {{p|Wingull}}


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* {{p|Altaria}} ([[Drake]]'s)
* {{p|Altaria}} ([[Drake]]'s)
* {{p|Salamence}} ([[Drake]]'s)
* {{p|Salamence}} ([[Drake]]'s)
* {{p|Scizor}} (unnamed {{pkmn|Trainer}}'s)
* {{p|Scizor}} ({{pkmn|Trainer}}'s)
* {{p|Wingull}} (multiple)
* {{p|Wingull}} (multiple)


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* This episode was initially intended to be the 102nd episode of the {{series|Advanced Generation}} and the 376th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]], but was moved up in the schedule due to {{wp|2004 Chuetsu Earthquake|strong earthquakes in Niigata Prefecture}} nearly a week before the airing of [[AG100]].
* This episode was initially intended to be the 102nd episode of ''[[Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire]]'', and the 376th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]] overall, but it was moved up in the schedule due to {{wp|2004 Chūetsu earthquake|strong earthquakes}} occurring in Niigata Prefecture nearly a week before the airing of [[AG100]].
* The title is a pun on the fashion magazine "''Vanity Fair''".
* The title is a pun on the fashion magazine ''{{wp|Vanity Fair (magazine)|Vanity Fair}}''.
* This episode marks the only time a member of the [[Hoenn]] [[Elite Four]] appears in the anime.
* This episode marks the only time a member of the [[Hoenn]] [[Elite Four]] appears in the anime.
* This is the first episode that makes a running change in an English dub opening. From this point ''[[Unbeatable]]'' replaces the {{p|Mew}} and {{p|Lucario}} scene with [[AG100|Pikachu using Iron Tail]] and edited out {{p|Mime Jr.}} and {{p|Weavile}} from the Team Rocket scene. This is due to the fact that Lucario, Mime Jr. and Weavile had not yet been revealed to American audiences.
* This is the first episode that makes a running change in an English dub opening. From this point, [[Unbeatable]] replaces the {{p|Mew}} and {{p|Lucario}} scene with [[AG100|Pikachu using Iron Tail]], and edits out {{p|Mime Jr.}} and {{p|Weavile}} from the Team Rocket scene. This is due to the fact that Lucario, Mime Jr., and Weavile had not yet been revealed to American audiences.
* Altaria is shown using five moves during its battle against {{AP|Grovyle}} instead of only four.  
* {{p|Altaria}} is shown using five moves during its battle against {{AP|Grovyle}}, instead of only four.  
* This episode shares several notable similarities with ''[[EP099|The Mandarin Island Miss Match]]'': {{Ash}} gets overconfident after winning multiple straight {{pkmn|battle}}s, {{ashfr|the group}} meets an Elite Four member whom Ash battles and loses to, and said Elite Four member teaches Ash a lesson in humility.
** Both of these episodes were storyboarded by Yoshitaka Fujimoto.
 
===Errors===
===Errors===
* After {{p|Scizor}} has dodged {{AP|Torkoal}}'s {{m|Flamethrower}}, it lands for a second and jumps for more speed. But when it leaves the screen, its foot gets stuck on the corner of the screen, even though Brock's, Max's and May's faces can be seen moving after this, clearly following Scizor.
* After {{p|Scizor}} has dodged {{AP|Torkoal}}'s {{m|Flamethrower}}, it lands for a second and jumps for more speed. However, when it leaves the screen, its foot gets stuck on the corner of the screen, even though {{an|Brock}}, [[Max]], and {{an|May}}'s faces can be seen moving after this, clearly following Scizor.


===Dub edits===
===Dub edits===
* In the Japanese version, [[Drake]] wants his milk with sugar instead of peppermint.
====[[Pokémon Trainer's Choice]]====
====[[Pokémon Trainer's Choice]]====
* Question: Trainers, which Pokémon is Pikachu most effective against?
* Question: Trainers, which Pokémon is Pikachu most effective against?
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|he=שיעור בגאווה{{tt|shioor bega'ava|A Lesson in Pride}}
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Vanity Affair
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AG101   EP375
海の男！四天王ゲンジ登場！！
Man of the Sea! Four Heavenly Kings Genji Appears!!
First broadcast
Japan November 4, 2004
United States November 12, 2005
English themes
Opening Unbeatable
Ending
Japanese themes
Opening チャレンジャー!!
Ending GLORY DAY 〜輝くその日〜
Credits
Animation Team Ota
Screenplay 十川誠志 Masashi Sogo
Storyboard 藤本義孝 Yoshitaka Fujimoto
Assistant director 渡辺正彦 Masahiko Watanabe
Animation director 志村泉 Izumi Shimura
Additional credits

Vanity Affair (Japanese: 海の男！四天王ゲンジ登場！！ Man of the Sea! Four Heavenly Kings Genji Appears!!) is the 101st episode of Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire, and the 375th episode of the Pokémon anime. It was first broadcast in Japan on November 4, 2004 and in the United States on November 12, 2005.

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Blurb

Ash is battling with another Trainer by the waterfront, not realizing he is being watched by a mysterious sailor. After he wins, Ash is confident and boastful. The kids decide to grab something to eat.

Team Rocket is currently working in a small restaurant, when the old sailor walks in and demands some hot milk. While he is there, Ash and friends sit down outside and talk about battling. The man approaches them, and Max recognizes him as Drake of the Elite Four!

Drake invites all of them (including the disguised Team Rocket) to his boat, where he challenges Ash to a battle. Drake sends out his Shelgon, and though it is slower, it waits for Pikachu to get just close enough to take it down with Dragonbreath and Dragon Claw.

Ash calls out Grovyle against Drake's Altaria, and though Grovyle has a better time leaping on the masts of the ship, it gets knocked out by some powerful moves from Altaria, including Aerial Ace and Solar Beam.

Team Rocket takes advantage of a weakened Pikachu to steal it, but Drake calls out his Salamence. It uses Dragon Claw and Flamethrower to send the thieves blasting off. With Team Rocket thwarted and a few lessons learned, Ash and friends have dinner with Drake and his crew on the boat.

Plot

Ash takes on another Trainer and his Scizor while Drake watches on from afar. Scizor goes for a Fury Cutter, but Torkoal uses Flamethrower, forcing Scizor to dodge it and stop its attack. Scizor responds with a Hyper Beam, but Torkoal tucks itself into its shell, negating the effects of the attack. As Torkoal emerges from its shell unharmed, Scizor's charges in with Metal Claw. Torkoal responds with Overheat to win the match. Afterwards, Ash and his friends decide to relax at a local restarant, unaware that Team Rocket are working there to make money to fund their schemes. James approaches to get the customer's orders, though is startled to see the twerps. He rushes back into the kitchen to alert his teammates to the twerps' arrival, so they consider kidnapping Pikachu. However, they decide to bide theit time for now after imagining the rather intimidating Drake, who is also a customer, blasting them off with a massive punch. While enjoying his hot cup of peppermint milk, Drake also notices the group through a window and approaches them. As May discusses strategy for her next Contest, Drake advises the young Coordinator that her choice of Pokémon is very important. May is startled by the man and Max suddenly recognizes Drake as a member of the Elite Four, surprising the group and impressing Team Rocket. Drake compliments Ash on his earlier battle. He promptly invites the group aboard his boat, as well as the waiters, Jessie and James, for the great glass of peppermint milk.

Drake escorts everyone to the docks as his grand ship sails into view. Once aboard, everyone marvels over the ship's grandeur. Max then asks Drake to show them his Pokémon, and Ash eagerly joins in. Drake instead suggests a battle with Ash, and the young Trainer agrees almost immediately. Brock cautions Ash given his earlier over-confidence, but Ash is certain that he'll win. Meanwhile, Team Rocket realize that this may be their chance to nab Pikachu. The first round of the three-on-three match begins with Drake choosing Shelgon while Ash selects Pikachu. Ash seems confident, thinking that Pikachu's Speed will give it the advantage. Pikachu starts off by using Thunderbolt, and it hits Shelgon directly. However, Drake seems calm. Pikachu repeats the attack, but this time Shelgon dodges it, although barely, with Double-Edge. Shelgon keeps charging at Pikachu, but he is easily able to avoid it with a Quick Attack. Believing that he has Shelgon all tired out, Ash tells Pikachu to use Iron Tail. Drake doesn't seem to react until Pikachu is in range before having Shelgon counter with Dragon Breath and follow up with Dragon Claw. The two attacks prove to be too much for Pikachu, and the little Pokémon faints. Ash retrieves Pikachu from the field as Brock comments favorably on Drake's strength in battle. Drake’s first mate, Fitzwilliam, admits that Shelgon's incredible endurance was key to Drake's strategy.

Drake brings out Altaria, and Ash responds with Grovyle. Max is worried because a Grass-type is weak against a Flying-type, but Ash seems to have a plan. As Fitzwilliam predicted, Ash has Grovyle jump from mast to mast, allowing it to reach the Flying Pokémon. It then uses Bullet Seed, but Altaria flies behind one of the masts to evade the onslaught. Grovyle prepares to lash its opponent with a Leaf Blade, but Altaria is nowhere to be seen. Suddenly, it appears from behind with a Take Down attack. With its opponent starting to wear out, Altaria then uses Dragon Breath, knocking Grovyle to the ground. Drake advises Ash that he needs to fully focus on the battle if he hopes to win. Altaria then charges downward with a Sky Attack, but Grovyle is able to dodge it with Quick Attack, before throwing out a Leaf Blade at its opponent. However, Altaria dodges the attack with Aerial Ace and fires a Solar Beam, which sends Grovyle crashing through two barrels before slamming into a wall and knocking itself out. Drake gently picks up Grovyle, and after a quick inspection admits that some rest at the Pokémon Center will help it recover. Ash agrees and recalls Grovyle. Drake commends Ash on his improved abilities, admitting that maintaining a clear mind will help him go far.

Drake invites everyone to have dinner on his ship after Ash's Pokémon have been treated at the Pokémon Center, and everyone happily accepts. Off to the side, Team Rocket put their latest Pikachu-nabbing scheme into motion. They distract May, who is holding the now-conscious Pikachu, with a drink. As May tries to take it, Jessie quickly snatches Pikachu from her hands, and Team Rocket jumps into their waiting balloon. The trio recites their motto as they remove their waiter uniforms. Drake wastes no time in calling out his Salamence, which uses a Dragon Claw on the balloon's basket, causing the balloon to shake violently. This, in turn, causes Jessie to drop Pikachu and Salamence swoops in to save the little Pokémon. With Pikachu riding on its back, Salamence unleashes a Flamethrower attack on the balloon, sending Team Rocket blasting off. May checks her Pokédex for information about Salamence, while Ash, watching Drake's Pokémon in action, comments that this must be the true power of the Elite Four.

That night, the group join Drake and crew for a hearty dinner. Drake tells Ash that he shouldn't focus so much on winning, but should always seek stronger and stronger opponents, having suffered from overly large self-confidence in the past as well. Ash nods at this advice, having learned a lesson in humility, and is now ready for his next adventure.

Major events

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Debuts

Humans

Pokémon debuts

Characters

Humans

Pokémon

Pokémon Trainer's Choice

Pokémon Trainer's Choice: Wingull

Trivia

  • This episode was initially intended to be the 102nd episode of Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire, and the 376th episode of the Pokémon anime overall, but it was moved up in the schedule due to strong earthquakes occurring in Niigata Prefecture nearly a week before the airing of AG100.
  • The title is a pun on the fashion magazine Vanity Fair.
  • This episode marks the only time a member of the Hoenn Elite Four appears in the anime.
  • This is the first episode that makes a running change in an English dub opening. From this point, Unbeatable replaces the Mew and Lucario scene with Pikachu using Iron Tail, and edits out Mime Jr. and Weavile from the Team Rocket scene. This is due to the fact that Lucario, Mime Jr., and Weavile had not yet been revealed to American audiences.
  • Altaria is shown using five moves during its battle against Grovyle, instead of only four.
  • This episode shares several notable similarities with The Mandarin Island Miss Match: Ash gets overconfident after winning multiple straight battles, the group meets an Elite Four member whom Ash battles and loses to, and said Elite Four member teaches Ash a lesson in humility.
    • Both of these episodes were storyboarded by Yoshitaka Fujimoto.

Errors

  • After Scizor has dodged Torkoal's Flamethrower, it lands for a second and jumps for more speed. However, when it leaves the screen, its foot gets stuck on the corner of the screen, even though Brock, Max, and May's faces can be seen moving after this, clearly following Scizor.

Dub edits

  • In the Japanese version, Drake wants his milk with sugar instead of peppermint.

Pokémon Trainer's Choice

  • Question: Trainers, which Pokémon is Pikachu most effective against?
  • Choices: Torkoal, Wingull, Manectric
  • Answer: Okay, Trainers! If you chose Wingull, you were right!

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