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title_en=Beauties Battling for Pride and Prestige!|
title_en=Beauties Battling for Pride and Prestige!|
title_ja=世界一華麗なポケモン!?チラチーノVSツタージャ!|
title_ja=世界一華麗なポケモン!?チラチーノVSツタージャ!|
title_ja_trans=The Most Magnificent Pokémon in the World?! Chillaccino VS Tsutarja! |
title_ja_trans=The Most Magnificent Pokémon in the World!? Chillaccino VS Tsutarja! |
broadcast_jp=October 11, 2012 |
broadcast_jp=October 11, 2012 |
broadcast_us=February 2, 2013 |
broadcast_us=February 2, 2013 |
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* {{BMGf|146255|Dub review thread on BMGf}}
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'''Beauties Battling for Pride and Prestige!''' (Japanese: '''世界一華麗なポケモン!?チラチーノVSツタージャ!''' ''The Most Magnificent Pokémon in the World?! {{tt|Chillaccino|Cinccino}} VS {{tt|Tsutarja|Snivy}}!'') is the 98th episode of the {{series|Best Wishes}}, and the 755th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on October 11, 2012 and in the United States on February 2, 2013 as the first episode of the sixteenth season, ''[[Pokémon Black & White: Adventures in Unova]]''.
 
'''Beauties Battling for Pride and Prestige!''' (Japanese: '''世界一華麗なポケモン!?チラチーノVSツタージャ!''' ''The Most Magnificent Pokémon in the World!? {{tt|Chillaccino|Cinccino}} VS {{tt|Tsutarja|Snivy}}!'') is the 98th episode of the {{series|Best Wishes}}, and the 755th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on October 11, 2012 and in the United States on February 2, 2013 as the first episode of the sixteenth season, ''[[S16|Pokémon Black & White: Adventures in Unova]]''.


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==Synopsis==
==Blurb==
Back at Cynthia's villa, [[Cynthia]] tells {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} that the [[Pokémon Center]] has informed her of the Unova League's location, which [[Jervis]] says is [[Vertress City]]. Naturally, Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}} are extremely psyched about this news. Cynthia suggests that the three head there right away so they will have time for preparations before the league. Anxious to go, Ash agrees, and the three head outside.
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<i>After finding out that this year’s Unova League will be taking place in Vertress City, Ash can’t wait! Our heroes say goodbye to Cynthia and Jervis and off they go, planning to stop by the Village of Dragons on the way so Iris can visit her hometown.
 
During a break for lunch, Iris and Emolga have an unpleasant encounter with a group of three well-dressed and snooty girls, who throw around some insults about their appearance and then flounce away laughing. Iris is furious at their arrogance, and heads into town to find out who the mean girls were and where to find them. It seems the three are part of the Flower Garden Troupe, a group of female performers and their Pokémon. That means no guys allowed in their headquarters—and no male Pokémon, either!
 
But Iris is determined to get in and get even, and she manages to talk Ash and Cilan into coming with her, even when that means all three of them getting decked out in fancy dresses, jewelry, and makeup. Pansage has to wear a pink bow—and even Pikachu’s tail gets a disguise!
 
Once inside, our disguised heroes ask if they can watch the troupe rehearse, and the leader Moira agrees. She offers them some pointers on style and poise, and then presents them with a series of challenges. First, our heroes’ Pokémon will have to cross a balance beam to demonstrate their sense of grace. When that proves too easy, the stakes are raised: it’s a balance beam battle, and this time there’s a mud pit underneath! Finally, it’s time for the Beauty Battlefield, where Iris finally gets her revenge, defeating Moira and one of her minions and knocking them into the mud. A beautiful victory!</i>
 
==Plot==
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Back at [[Cynthia]]'s villa, Cynthia tells {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} that the [[Pokémon Center]] has informed her of the [[Unova League]]'s location, which [[Jervis]] says is [[Vertress City]]. Cynthia suggests that the three head there right away so they will have time for preparations before the league. Anxious to go, Ash agrees, and the three head outside.


Outside, the group prepares to say their goodbyes and plan out their route to Vertress. Jervis suggests heading there via [[Opelucid City]]. The mention of Opelucid City shocks {{an|Iris}}, but she denies it the Ash and {{an|Cilan}}. Iris offers an alternate route via the [[Village of Dragons]]. Curious to see Iris' hometown, Ash and Cilan agree on that route. Ash, Iris, and Cilan thank Cynthia for her hospitality, and the group says their goodbyes. Immediately after departing Cynthia's villa, Ash vows that he will win the [[Vertress Conference]].
Outside, the group prepares to say their goodbyes and plan out their route to Vertress. Jervis suggests heading there via [[Opelucid City]]. The mention of Opelucid City shocks {{an|Iris}}, who offers an alternate route via the [[Village of Dragons]]. Curious to see Iris's hometown, Ash and {{an|Cilan}} agree. Ash, Iris, and Cilan thank Cynthia for her hospitality, and they all say their goodbyes. After departing from Cynthia's villa, Ash vows that he will win the [[Vertress Conference]].


After walking through the woods for a while, they decide to stop and enjoy the lunch Jervis packed them. After letting out their Pokémon, they all sit down to eat. Ash and Iris enjoy their meals, and Cilan marvels in a Connoisseur at how the sandwich's components compliment each other. The Pokémon are enjoying their lunch, too, especially {{AP|Oshawott}}, who finishes his food fast. Oshawott is still hungry however, and notices Pignite's near full bowl next to him. Being sneaky, Oshawott swipes Pignite's bowl and devours it in an instant. This angers {{AP|Pignite}}, and fires a {{m|Flamethrower}} on Oshawott in revenge. This, in turn, infuriates Oshawott and the two get in a fight. Ash tells the two to knock it off, but Oshawott fires a {{m|Hydro Pump}} on Pignite anyway. However, the Hydro Pump hits [[Iris's Emolga|Emolga]] instead and sends, her flying. Naturally, Iris is terrified and goes to try and find Emolga. Ash and Cilan, though still eating, go with her, as do the other Pokémon.
After walking through the woods for a while, they decide to stop and enjoy the lunch Jervis packed them. After letting out their Pokémon, they all sit down to eat. Ash and Iris enjoy their meals, and Cilan marvels at how the sandwich's components compliment each other. The Pokémon are enjoying their lunch too, especially {{AP|Oshawott}}, who finishes his food fast. Oshawott is still hungry however, and notices Pignite's near-full bowl next to him. Being sneaky, Oshawott swipes Pignite's bowl and devours it in an instant. This angers {{AP|Pignite}}, who fires a {{m|Flamethrower}} at Oshawott in revenge. This infuriates Oshawott and the two get in a fight. Ash tells them to knock it off, but Oshawott aims a {{m|Hydro Pump}} at Pignite anyway. However, the attack hits {{TP|Iris|Emolga}} instead and sends her flying. Naturally, Iris is terrified and goes to try to find Emolga. Ash, Cilan and the other Pokémon leave their meals and follow her.


The three eventually find Emolga knocked out at the bottom of a cliff, and Iris retrieves Emolga. Ash scolds Pignite and Oshawott for causing this incident, and demands them to apologize, which they do. Suddenly, a female voice asks Iris if "that ugly Emolga" belongs to her. Offended, Iris demands to know who insulted Emolga. Out of nowhere, a trio of elegantly dressed girls and their Pokémon appear at the top of the plateau. The girl in the middle, the one who deemed Iris's Emolga ugly introduces herself as [[Moira]] and her {{p|Cinccino}}, Cinccinoette, as "the most elegant Pokémon in the world."
The three eventually find Emolga knocked out at the bottom of a cliff, and Iris retrieves her. Ash scolds Pignite and Oshawott for causing this incident and demands them to apologize, which they do. Suddenly, a female voice asks Iris if "that unattractive Emolga" belongs to her. Offended, Iris demands to know who insulted Emolga. Out of nowhere, a trio of elegantly-dressed girls and their Pokémon appear at the top of the cliff. The girl in the middle—the one who deemed Iris's Emolga unattractive—introduces herself as [[Moira]] and her {{p|Cinccino}}, Cinccinoette, as "the most elegant Pokémon in the world." Intrigued, Ash scans Cinccino on his [[Pokédex]]. Moira is accompanied by two other girls, [[Mona]] and [[Cher]], who show off their {{p|Lilligant}} and {{p|Roserade}}, Lilligantette and Roserade-ette as the "second- and third-most elegant Pokémon," respectively. Ash scans the other two Pokémon on his Pokédex as well.
Intrigued, Ash scans Cinccino on his [[Pokédex]]. Moira is accompanied by two other girls, [[Mona]] and [[Cher]], who show off their {{p|Lilligant}} and {{p|Roserade}}, Lilligantette and Roserade-ette as the second and third "most elegant Pokémon", respectively. Ash scans the other two Pokémon on his Pokédex as well.


Moira explains that they came out here to get some fresh air to enhance Cinccino's beauty, but Iris' "ugly" Emolga soiled its beauty. This makes Iris very enraged, who defends her Emolga. Moira then goes on to deem [[Ash's Snivy]] "uptight and pathetic", and concludes that every one of their Pokémon is "ugly and pathetic". Mona and Cher agree, and claim that they must leave so they don't catch the ugliness of Ash, Iris, and Cilan's Pokémon, and they walk off. Ash and Cilan are annoyed a little, but Iris is furious and chases after them.
Moira explains that they came out here to get some fresh air to enhance Cinccino's beauty, but Iris's "ugly" Emolga soiled her beauty. This enrages Iris, who defends her Emolga. Moira then goes on to deem [[Ash's Snivy]] "uptight and pathetic," and concludes that every one of their Pokémon is "ugly and pathetic." Mona and Cher agree, and claim that they must leave so they don't catch the ugliness of Ash, Iris, and Cilan's Pokémon, and so the three walk off. Ash and Cilan are annoyed, but Iris is furious and chases after them.


Unfortunately, by the time Iris reaches the road, Iris is too late, as the three girls have already left in their tour bus. Iris is still determined to catch up to them, however, and the three head to the nearest town to track them down.
Unfortunately, by the time Iris reaches the road, she is too late, as the three girls have already left in their tour bus. Iris is still determined to catch up to them, however, and the three head to the nearest town to track them down.


In a nearby town, they ask an employee of a store if she has seen a flower decorated bus. The employee answers that it is the tour vehicle of The Flower Garden Troupe. Surprised that the group has never heard of them, she goes on to explain that they are a very popular theater group expressing elegance in Pokémon in their shows. Both female humans and Pokémon, “elegant” Pokémon, perform the shows in particular. When they aren't doing shows, they practice their acts in their clubroom down the street. Cilan thanks her for the directions, but the woman notes that only girls are allowed in their club, so only Iris is allowed in. Iris takes them over there anyway.
In a nearby town, they ask an employee of a store if she has seen a bus decorated with flowers. The employee answers that it is the tour vehicle of The Flower Garden Troupe. Surprised that the group has never heard of them, she goes on to explain that they are a very popular theater group expressing elegance in Pokémon in their shows, but only female humans and Pokémon may perform. When they aren't doing shows, they practice their acts in their club room down the street. Cilan thanks her for the directions, but the woman notes that only girls are allowed in their club, so only Iris would be allowed in. Iris takes them over there anyway.


They reach the Flower Garden Troupe club building, and Iris is ready to go in. Ash points out that he and Cilan can't enter since they're boys, but Iris has a plan to solve that issue. Iris then drags them in to a costume store.
They reach the Flower Garden Troupe club building, and Iris is ready to go in. Ash points out that he and Cilan can't enter since they're boys, but Iris has a plan to solve that issue. Iris then drags them into a costume store.


Inside, Iris puts on a fancy dress. Ash and Cilan are forced to crossdress, much to their embarrassment. Iris has also taped a yellow heart-shaped piece of paper onto Pikachu's tail to make him look female, and [[Cilan's Pansage|Pansage]] is forced to wear a bow on his head to look more feminine as well. Ash questions Iris why he and Cilan should be forced to do this just for her, but Iris points out that his Snivy was ridiculed as well and he must want revenge as well. Though reluctant, Ash and Cilan go along with Iris' plan, and the three "ladies" exit the shop.
Inside, Iris puts on a fancy dress. Ash and Cilan are forced to cross-dress, much to their embarrassment. Iris has also taped a yellow heart-shaped piece of paper onto Pikachu's tail to make him look female, and {{TP|Cilan|Pansage}} must wear a bow on his head to look more feminine as well. Ash asks Iris why he and Cilan have to do this just for her, but Iris points out that his Snivy was ridiculed too and he should want revenge as well. Though reluctant, Ash and Cilan go along with Iris's plan, and the three "ladies" exit the shop.


They arrive at the club building, and the receptionist asks why they have come. Iris responds that she needs to speak with "Lady Moira". The receptionist, thinking they are friends of Moira's, let them in. Ash thanks her, but the receptionist is puzzled by Ash's masculine voice.  
Once they arrive at the club building, the receptionist asks why they have come. Iris responds that she needs to speak with "Lady Moira." The receptionist, thinking they are friends of Moira's, lets them in. Ash thanks her, but the receptionist is puzzled by Ash's masculine voice.  


Inside the building, Iris is ready to confront the girls. They arrive at their practice room, and Mona answers the door. Due to their disguises, Mona doesn't recognize them from before and is suspicious about the unknown guests. Iris assures her that this is, in fact, the first time they have met. Iris explains that they would like to see them practice their acts so they can learn from them. Mona is still somewhat hesitant to let them in, so she asks Moira if it's OK to. Moira says yes, but she first wants them to introduce themselves. Moira first evaluates their attire. She appears to disapprove them at first, but suddenly says their pick of attire is perfect. She goes onto say that the Flower Garden Troupe's members always dress in such an elegant way, even in casual times. Ash does not agree with this wisdom, but Cilan whispers to Ash to just play along with it. Next, Moira asks them to introduce themselves, which Iris does. Moira asks who the others are, so Iris introduces Ash and Cilan as [[Ashley]] and Cilanor, respectively. Moira then checks to make sure the Pokémon are female, and Pikachu emphasizes with his tail that he is.
Inside the building, Iris is ready to confront the girls. They arrive at their practice room, and Mona answers the door. Due to their disguises, Mona doesn't recognize them and is suspicious about the unknown guests. Iris assures her that this is, in fact, the first time they have met. She then explains that they would like to see them practice their acts so they can learn from them. Mona is still somewhat hesitant to let them in, so she asks Moira if it's all right. Moira says yes, but she first wants them to introduce themselves, and then evaluates their attire. She appears to disapprove of them at first, but suddenly says their pick of attire is perfect. She goes on to say that the Flower Garden Troupe's members always dress in such an elegant way, even in casual times. Ash does not agree with this wisdom, but Cilan whispers to Ash to just play along with it. Next, Moira asks them to introduce themselves, which Iris does. Moira asks who the others are, so Iris introduces Ash and Cilan as [[Ashley]] and Cilanor, respectively. Moira then checks to make sure the Pokémon are female, and Pikachu emphasizes with his tail that he is.


Moira says that in order for the Pokémon to behave elegantly, you need to add "-ette" to their names when addressing him. Ash whispers to Iris that he doubts this will make any difference, but he agrees to call Pikachu "Pikachu-ette". [[Iris's Axew|Axew]] wants to come out, but Iris tells him to stay in and go along with it until the session is over. They then enter the first room.
Moira says that in order for the Pokémon to behave elegantly, you need to add "{{tt|-ette|-san in the original Japanese version}}" to their names when addressing them. Ash whispers to Iris that he doubts this will make any difference, but he agrees to call Pikachu "Pikachu-ette". {{TP|Iris|Axew}} wants to come out, but Iris tells him to stay in and go along with it until the session is over. They then enter the first room.


Moira says that the first rule in a performance is to always be aware of your audience, that way you will make the best impression. To practice, the three girls pose in front of a mirror with their eyes closed and praise their Pokémon's elegance, while Iris angrily grunts at their vainness. Ash embarrassingly imitates the pose, but Cilan keeps an open mind and reassures Ash. Pikachu and Pansage sigh, still not completely on board with this "Pokémon elegance" stuff.
Moira says that the first rule in a performance is to always be aware of your audience, that way you will make the best impression. To practice, the three girls pose in front of a mirror with their eyes closed and praise their Pokémon's elegance, while Iris angrily grunts at their vanity. Ash embarrassingly imitates the pose, but Cilan keeps an open mind and reassures Ash. Pikachu and Pansage sigh, still not completely on board with this "Pokémon elegance" stuff.


Upon entering the next room, Moira explains Rule #2 in performance: unless you or your Pokémon walk with style and grace, your Pokémon's beauty won't shine through.  
Upon entering the next room, Moira explains Performance Rule #2: unless you and your Pokémon walk with style and grace, your Pokémon's beauty won't shine through.  


After saying this, Moira sets up a balance beam. The first test is that the Pokémon must be able to walk the balance beam without ever looking down. Snivy and Emolga easily accomplish this, but Moira says there is more to the test. With a push of a button, a pool of muddy water emerges from the floor under the balance beam. Iris asks why the sudden change. Cher explains that grace is harder than it looks - one wrong turn and a Pokémon's beauty is soiled like a rose being thrown into filthy water - sinking, rather than blooming. Moira explains the first test is for the Pokémon to safely cross the balance beam. The Pokémon that makes it first to the other side of the balance beam is the winner. Though a risky task, Iris politely agrees to do it.
After saying this, Moira sets up a balance beam. The first test is that the Pokémon must be able to walk the balance beam without ever looking down. Snivy and Emolga easily accomplish this, but Moira says there is more to the test. With a push of a button, a pool of muddy water emerges from the floor under the balance beam. Iris asks why the sudden change. Cher explains that grace is harder than it looks: one wrong turn, and a Pokémon's beauty is soiled like a rose being thrown into filthy water—sinking, rather than blooming. Moira explains the first test is for the Pokémon to safely cross the balance beam. The Pokémon that makes it first to the other side of the balance beam is the winner. Though a risky task, Iris politely agrees to do it.


First up is Roserade vs. Pansage. Pansage and Roserade bump into each other and each of them attempts to push each other away. Both successfully push each other a little to the side, but when Pansage attempts to punch Roserade away, Roserade dodges to the side and Pansage trips into the mud. Mona hysterically laughs at Pansage's clumsiness, to which Cher agrees. Moira deems Pansage untrained, much to Cilan's disappointment.  
First up is Roserade vs. Pansage. Pansage and Roserade bump into each other and each of them attempts to push the other away. Both successfully push each other a little to the side, but when Pansage attempts to punch Roserade away, Roserade dodges to the side and Pansage trips into the mud. Mona hysterically laughs at Pansage's clumsiness. Moira deems Pansage untrained, much to Cilan's disappointment.  


Next up is Lilligant vs. Emolga, and once again, the two fight for the balance beam. Emolga almost gets pushed into the muddy water, but Emolga, being part Flying-type glides back up. Still in the air, Emolga effortlessly kicks Lilligant from above into the mud, causing Mona to panic. Iris then imitates her hysterical laugh, and makes Ash and Cilan do so as well. Imitating them once again, Iris then goes on to rub her victory in Mona's face, claiming Lilligant "sank like a rock". Mona, being a sore loser, is concerned, but Moira assures her that she will confront Iris in the next round.
Next up is Lilligant vs. Emolga, and once again, the two fight for the balance beam. Emolga almost gets pushed into the muddy water, but being part Flying-type, she glides back up. Still in the air, Emolga effortlessly kicks Lilligant from above into the mud, causing Mona to panic. Iris then imitates her hysterical laugh, and makes Ash and Cilan do so as well. Imitating them once again, Iris then goes on to rub her victory in Mona's face, claiming Lilligant "sank like a rock." Mona, being a sore loser, is concerned, but Moira assures her that she will confront Iris in the next round.


In the final round, it is Cinccino vs. Snivy. Both perform the usual fighting, but Snivy jumps and pounces Cinccino. When Cinccino charges forward at Snivy, she grabs onto her hand and tosses her into the muddy water. Ash and co. are amazed, while the three girls are shocked. Ash starts to do his victory pose, but soon switches to a more lady-like praise.  
In the final round, it is Cinccino vs. Snivy. Both perform the usual fighting, but Snivy jumps and pounces Cinccino. When Cinccino charges forward at Snivy, she grabs onto Cinccino's hand and tosses her into the muddy water. All of the competitors are surprised by the maneuver. Ash starts to do his victory pose, but soon switches to a more ladylike one.  


Cinccino, however, doesn't stay dirty for long, and cleans itself off in a flash. This suprises Iris and Cilan a lot. Moira explains that Cinccino's body is coated with oil, which keeps Cinccino looking glamourous. Ash questions the fairness of Cinccino restoring itself, but Iris is furious!
Cinccino doesn't stay dirty for long, and cleans herself off in a flash, surprising Iris and Cilan. Moira explains that Cinccino's body is coated with oil, which keeps Cinccino looking glamorous. Ash questions the fairness of Cinccino restoring herself, but Iris is furious!


Upon entering the third room, Moira recites Performance Rule #3: The true beauty of Pokémon is in their strength. She then introduces them to their battlefield, which is surrounded by a moat of muddy water. Moira notes that their battles have a special rule: not only will the losing Pokémon be covered in mud, but the Trainer will be drenched as well. This is to show the rule that both the Trainer's and their Pokémon need to show of their beauty. Iris, content to win, agrees with this wisdom.
Upon entering the third room, Moira recites Performance Rule #3: The true beauty of Pokémon is in their strength. She then introduces them to their battlefield, which is surrounded by a moat of muddy water. Moira notes that their battles have a special rule: not only will the losing Pokémon be covered in mud, but the Trainer will be drenched as well. This is to emphasize that both the Trainer and their Pokémon need to show off their beauty. Iris, determined to win, agrees.


They have a re-battle with Emolga VS Roserade, Pansage VS Lilligant, and Snivy VS Cinccino. Emolga wins her battle, and Pansage loses his, causing Cilan and Pansage to be drenched in the mud. Snivy is up next, but Iris, content to have a confronting victory, tells Ash to let her take this one. Iris commandes Snivy to use {{m|Leaf Storm}} many times in the battle, while letting Snivy take hits from Cinccino. At last when Snivy knocks Cinccino and Moira into the mud, Cinccino cannot use the oil to shake the mud off, much to Moira's dismay. Moira wonders how that could happen to Cinccino. Iris then explains that after so many Leaf Storm's from Snivy, Cinccino's oil coat had been rubbed off. Ash and Cilan realize that was why the Leaf Storm's weren't hitting Cinccino, and they remark it was a smart move.
All six competitors battle again in the traditional manner with Emolga vs. Roserade, Pansage vs. Lilligant, and Snivy vs. Cinccino. Emolga wins her battle, but Pansage loses his, causing Cilan and Pansage to be drenched in the mud. Snivy is up next, but Iris, content to have a confronting victory, tells Ash to let her take this one. Iris commands Snivy to use {{m|Leaf Storm}} many times in the battle, while letting Snivy take hits from Cinccino. At last when Snivy knocks Cinccino and Moira into the mud, Cinccino cannot use the oil to shake the mud off, much to Moira's dismay. Moira wonders how that could happen to Cinccino. Iris then explains that the flurry of Leaf Storms from Snivy gradually rubbed away the oil on Cinccino's fur. Ash and Cilan then realize why the Leaf Storms weren't hitting Cinccino, and they say it was a smart move.


Iris arrogantly tells Moira that she deserved that defeat, and hysterically laughs, which infuriates Moira. They are interrupted, though, by [[Ms. Chandler]], the manager of The Flower Garden Troupe. Ms. Chandler congratulates the guests on defeating their top member Moira, and asks if they would join the Flower Garden Troupe. The three anxiously thank her for the offer, but they must leave. Immediatley, the three leave the club. Ms. Chandler tries to catch up with them, but they are too fast, much to their dismay.
Iris arrogantly tells Moira that she deserved that defeat, and hysterically laughs, which infuriates Moira. They are interrupted, though, by [[Ms. Chandler]], the manager of the Flower Garden Troupe. Ms. Chandler congratulates the guests on defeating their top member Moira, and asks if they would join the Troupe. The three anxiously thank her for the offer, but decline and say they must leave, and do so immediately. Ms. Chandler tries to catch up with them, but they are too fast, much to her dismay.


After changing back into their normal clothes, the three head off to Vertress City once again.
After changing back into their normal clothes, the three head off to Vertress City once again.
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==Major events==
==Major events==
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* {{Ash}} learns that the [[Unova League]] will be held in [[Vertress City]].
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} learn that the [[Unova League]] will be held in [[Vertress City]] and decide to visit the [[Village of Dragons]] en route.  
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} leave [[Cynthia]]'s villa.
* Ash and his friends leave [[Cynthia]]'s villa.
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
[[File:Pikachu_as_female_Pikachu.png|thumb|200px|right|Pikachu disguised as a female]]
[[File:Pikachu_as_female_Pikachu.png|thumb|250px|Pikachu disguised as a female]]
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon Live Caster]]: {{p|Heatmor}}
* [[Professor Oak's Pokémon Live Caster]]: {{p|Heatmor}}
* This episode includes {{Ash}} cross-dressing, which he has done once in every past series. The previous occasions involved him [[EP026|dressing up to challenge the girls-only Celadon Gym]], [[AG042|helping someone practice confessing their feelings]] and [[DP062|serving at the Mountain Hut Maid Café]].
* This episode includes {{Ash}} cross-dressing, which he has done once in every preceding series. The previous occasions involved him [[EP026|dressing up to challenge the Celadon Gym (which he had been banned from)]], [[AG042|helping someone practice confessing their feelings]], and [[DP062|serving at the Mountain Hut Maid Café]].
** Additionally, Ash assumes the name "[[Ashley]]," the same name he took when he cross-dressed for the first time. In another similarity, both this and the first cross-dressings were for disguise.
** Additionally, Ash assumes the name "[[Ashley]]", the same name he took when he cross-dressed for the first time. In another similarity, both this and the first cross-dressings were for disguise.
* During this episode, {{AP|Pikachu}}'s tail has a heart-shaped piece of paper taped on to make him appear female, marking the first time that the Pikachu [[List of Pokémon with gender differences|gender difference]] has been acknowledged in the anime.
* This is the season premiere of [[S16|Pokémon BW: Adventures in Unova and Beyond]].
* Moira [[Breaking the fourth wall|breaks the fourth wall]] in this episode by pushing the split screen out while arguing with Iris.
* During this episode, {{AP|Pikachu}}'s tail has a heart-shaped piece of paper taped on to make him appear female, marking the first time that the Pikachu [[List of Pokémon with gender differences|gender difference]] has been acknowledged in the {{pkmn|anime}}.
* [[Moira]] [[Breaking the fourth wall|breaks the fourth wall]] in this episode by pushing the split-screen out while arguing with {{an|Iris}}.
* In the shot after Iris puts her disguise on, the costumes she and Ash wore in ''[[BW082|An Epic Defense Force!]]'' can be seen in the background.
* In the shot after Iris puts her disguise on, the costumes she and Ash wore in ''[[BW082|An Epic Defense Force!]]'' can be seen in the background.
* This is one of the few episodes where {{AP|Snivy}} actually laughs as opposed to merely smiling, with the other episode being ''[[BW077|Evolution by Fire!]]''. In this case, she is laughing at how bad Moira and {{p|Cinccino}} look along with {{TP|Iris|Emolga}} and Iris. However, she is also laughing at the fact that she finally got revenge.
* A woman who appeared in this episode has a [[Anime character recycling|strong resemblance]] to [[Otane]], a [[character of the day]] who appeared in ''[[AG090|Pokéblock, Stock, and Berry]]''.
* This episode marks the final appearance of [[Cynthia]].


===Errors===
===Errors===
* On the R1 DVD Release, the opening animation featured the version that had clips from [[Be an Arrow!#Opening animation: Version 2 (BW109 - BW122)|Be an Arrow! 2013]] instead of the proper version that had clips from [[Be an Arrow!#Opening animation: Version 1 (BW085 - BW108)|Be an Arrow!]]. It should also be noted that this error did not occur in the television broadcast of this episode.
* In the {{pmin|Poland|Polish}} dub, "''{{m|Tail Slap|Moc Ogona}}''" is called "''Moc Ognia''".
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BW097 : Unova's Survival Crisis!
Best Wishes series
BW099 : A Surface to Air Tag Battle Team!
Beauties Battling for Pride and Prestige!
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BW098   EP755
世界一華麗なポケモン!?チラチーノVSツタージャ!
The Most Magnificent Pokémon in the World!? Chillaccino VS Tsutarja!
First broadcast
Japan October 11, 2012
United States February 2, 2013
English themes
Opening It's Always You and Me
Ending
Japanese themes
Opening やじるしになって!
Ending みてみて☆こっちっち
Credits
Animation Team Kato
Screenplay 大橋志吉 Yukiyoshi Ōhashi
Storyboard 吉村文宏 Fumihiro Yoshimura
Assistant director 吉村文宏 Fumihiro Yoshimura
Animation director 篠原隆 Takashi Shinohara
No additional credits are available at this time.

Beauties Battling for Pride and Prestige! (Japanese: 世界一華麗なポケモン!?チラチーノVSツタージャ! The Most Magnificent Pokémon in the World!? Chillaccino VS Tsutarja!) is the 98th episode of the Best Wishes series, and the 755th episode of the Pokémon anime. It first aired in Japan on October 11, 2012 and in the United States on February 2, 2013 as the first episode of the sixteenth season, Pokémon Black & White: Adventures in Unova.

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Blurb

After finding out that this year’s Unova League will be taking place in Vertress City, Ash can’t wait! Our heroes say goodbye to Cynthia and Jervis and off they go, planning to stop by the Village of Dragons on the way so Iris can visit her hometown.

During a break for lunch, Iris and Emolga have an unpleasant encounter with a group of three well-dressed and snooty girls, who throw around some insults about their appearance and then flounce away laughing. Iris is furious at their arrogance, and heads into town to find out who the mean girls were and where to find them. It seems the three are part of the Flower Garden Troupe, a group of female performers and their Pokémon. That means no guys allowed in their headquarters—and no male Pokémon, either!

But Iris is determined to get in and get even, and she manages to talk Ash and Cilan into coming with her, even when that means all three of them getting decked out in fancy dresses, jewelry, and makeup. Pansage has to wear a pink bow—and even Pikachu’s tail gets a disguise!

Once inside, our disguised heroes ask if they can watch the troupe rehearse, and the leader Moira agrees. She offers them some pointers on style and poise, and then presents them with a series of challenges. First, our heroes’ Pokémon will have to cross a balance beam to demonstrate their sense of grace. When that proves too easy, the stakes are raised: it’s a balance beam battle, and this time there’s a mud pit underneath! Finally, it’s time for the Beauty Battlefield, where Iris finally gets her revenge, defeating Moira and one of her minions and knocking them into the mud. A beautiful victory!

Plot

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Back at Cynthia's villa, Cynthia tells Ash and his friends that the Pokémon Center has informed her of the Unova League's location, which Jervis says is Vertress City. Cynthia suggests that the three head there right away so they will have time for preparations before the league. Anxious to go, Ash agrees, and the three head outside.

Outside, the group prepares to say their goodbyes and plan out their route to Vertress. Jervis suggests heading there via Opelucid City. The mention of Opelucid City shocks Iris, who offers an alternate route via the Village of Dragons. Curious to see Iris's hometown, Ash and Cilan agree. Ash, Iris, and Cilan thank Cynthia for her hospitality, and they all say their goodbyes. After departing from Cynthia's villa, Ash vows that he will win the Vertress Conference.

After walking through the woods for a while, they decide to stop and enjoy the lunch Jervis packed them. After letting out their Pokémon, they all sit down to eat. Ash and Iris enjoy their meals, and Cilan marvels at how the sandwich's components compliment each other. The Pokémon are enjoying their lunch too, especially Oshawott, who finishes his food fast. Oshawott is still hungry however, and notices Pignite's near-full bowl next to him. Being sneaky, Oshawott swipes Pignite's bowl and devours it in an instant. This angers Pignite, who fires a Flamethrower at Oshawott in revenge. This infuriates Oshawott and the two get in a fight. Ash tells them to knock it off, but Oshawott aims a Hydro Pump at Pignite anyway. However, the attack hits Emolga instead and sends her flying. Naturally, Iris is terrified and goes to try to find Emolga. Ash, Cilan and the other Pokémon leave their meals and follow her.

The three eventually find Emolga knocked out at the bottom of a cliff, and Iris retrieves her. Ash scolds Pignite and Oshawott for causing this incident and demands them to apologize, which they do. Suddenly, a female voice asks Iris if "that unattractive Emolga" belongs to her. Offended, Iris demands to know who insulted Emolga. Out of nowhere, a trio of elegantly-dressed girls and their Pokémon appear at the top of the cliff. The girl in the middle—the one who deemed Iris's Emolga unattractive—introduces herself as Moira and her Cinccino, Cinccinoette, as "the most elegant Pokémon in the world." Intrigued, Ash scans Cinccino on his Pokédex. Moira is accompanied by two other girls, Mona and Cher, who show off their Lilligant and Roserade, Lilligantette and Roserade-ette as the "second- and third-most elegant Pokémon," respectively. Ash scans the other two Pokémon on his Pokédex as well.

Moira explains that they came out here to get some fresh air to enhance Cinccino's beauty, but Iris's "ugly" Emolga soiled her beauty. This enrages Iris, who defends her Emolga. Moira then goes on to deem Ash's Snivy "uptight and pathetic," and concludes that every one of their Pokémon is "ugly and pathetic." Mona and Cher agree, and claim that they must leave so they don't catch the ugliness of Ash, Iris, and Cilan's Pokémon, and so the three walk off. Ash and Cilan are annoyed, but Iris is furious and chases after them.

Unfortunately, by the time Iris reaches the road, she is too late, as the three girls have already left in their tour bus. Iris is still determined to catch up to them, however, and the three head to the nearest town to track them down.

In a nearby town, they ask an employee of a store if she has seen a bus decorated with flowers. The employee answers that it is the tour vehicle of The Flower Garden Troupe. Surprised that the group has never heard of them, she goes on to explain that they are a very popular theater group expressing elegance in Pokémon in their shows, but only female humans and Pokémon may perform. When they aren't doing shows, they practice their acts in their club room down the street. Cilan thanks her for the directions, but the woman notes that only girls are allowed in their club, so only Iris would be allowed in. Iris takes them over there anyway.

They reach the Flower Garden Troupe club building, and Iris is ready to go in. Ash points out that he and Cilan can't enter since they're boys, but Iris has a plan to solve that issue. Iris then drags them into a costume store.

Inside, Iris puts on a fancy dress. Ash and Cilan are forced to cross-dress, much to their embarrassment. Iris has also taped a yellow heart-shaped piece of paper onto Pikachu's tail to make him look female, and Pansage must wear a bow on his head to look more feminine as well. Ash asks Iris why he and Cilan have to do this just for her, but Iris points out that his Snivy was ridiculed too and he should want revenge as well. Though reluctant, Ash and Cilan go along with Iris's plan, and the three "ladies" exit the shop.

Once they arrive at the club building, the receptionist asks why they have come. Iris responds that she needs to speak with "Lady Moira." The receptionist, thinking they are friends of Moira's, lets them in. Ash thanks her, but the receptionist is puzzled by Ash's masculine voice.

Inside the building, Iris is ready to confront the girls. They arrive at their practice room, and Mona answers the door. Due to their disguises, Mona doesn't recognize them and is suspicious about the unknown guests. Iris assures her that this is, in fact, the first time they have met. She then explains that they would like to see them practice their acts so they can learn from them. Mona is still somewhat hesitant to let them in, so she asks Moira if it's all right. Moira says yes, but she first wants them to introduce themselves, and then evaluates their attire. She appears to disapprove of them at first, but suddenly says their pick of attire is perfect. She goes on to say that the Flower Garden Troupe's members always dress in such an elegant way, even in casual times. Ash does not agree with this wisdom, but Cilan whispers to Ash to just play along with it. Next, Moira asks them to introduce themselves, which Iris does. Moira asks who the others are, so Iris introduces Ash and Cilan as Ashley and Cilanor, respectively. Moira then checks to make sure the Pokémon are female, and Pikachu emphasizes with his tail that he is.

Moira says that in order for the Pokémon to behave elegantly, you need to add "-ette" to their names when addressing them. Ash whispers to Iris that he doubts this will make any difference, but he agrees to call Pikachu "Pikachu-ette". Axew wants to come out, but Iris tells him to stay in and go along with it until the session is over. They then enter the first room.

Moira says that the first rule in a performance is to always be aware of your audience, that way you will make the best impression. To practice, the three girls pose in front of a mirror with their eyes closed and praise their Pokémon's elegance, while Iris angrily grunts at their vanity. Ash embarrassingly imitates the pose, but Cilan keeps an open mind and reassures Ash. Pikachu and Pansage sigh, still not completely on board with this "Pokémon elegance" stuff.

Upon entering the next room, Moira explains Performance Rule #2: unless you and your Pokémon walk with style and grace, your Pokémon's beauty won't shine through.

After saying this, Moira sets up a balance beam. The first test is that the Pokémon must be able to walk the balance beam without ever looking down. Snivy and Emolga easily accomplish this, but Moira says there is more to the test. With a push of a button, a pool of muddy water emerges from the floor under the balance beam. Iris asks why the sudden change. Cher explains that grace is harder than it looks: one wrong turn, and a Pokémon's beauty is soiled like a rose being thrown into filthy water—sinking, rather than blooming. Moira explains the first test is for the Pokémon to safely cross the balance beam. The Pokémon that makes it first to the other side of the balance beam is the winner. Though a risky task, Iris politely agrees to do it.

First up is Roserade vs. Pansage. Pansage and Roserade bump into each other and each of them attempts to push the other away. Both successfully push each other a little to the side, but when Pansage attempts to punch Roserade away, Roserade dodges to the side and Pansage trips into the mud. Mona hysterically laughs at Pansage's clumsiness. Moira deems Pansage untrained, much to Cilan's disappointment.

Next up is Lilligant vs. Emolga, and once again, the two fight for the balance beam. Emolga almost gets pushed into the muddy water, but being part Flying-type, she glides back up. Still in the air, Emolga effortlessly kicks Lilligant from above into the mud, causing Mona to panic. Iris then imitates her hysterical laugh, and makes Ash and Cilan do so as well. Imitating them once again, Iris then goes on to rub her victory in Mona's face, claiming Lilligant "sank like a rock." Mona, being a sore loser, is concerned, but Moira assures her that she will confront Iris in the next round.

In the final round, it is Cinccino vs. Snivy. Both perform the usual fighting, but Snivy jumps and pounces Cinccino. When Cinccino charges forward at Snivy, she grabs onto Cinccino's hand and tosses her into the muddy water. All of the competitors are surprised by the maneuver. Ash starts to do his victory pose, but soon switches to a more ladylike one.

Cinccino doesn't stay dirty for long, and cleans herself off in a flash, surprising Iris and Cilan. Moira explains that Cinccino's body is coated with oil, which keeps Cinccino looking glamorous. Ash questions the fairness of Cinccino restoring herself, but Iris is furious!

Upon entering the third room, Moira recites Performance Rule #3: The true beauty of Pokémon is in their strength. She then introduces them to their battlefield, which is surrounded by a moat of muddy water. Moira notes that their battles have a special rule: not only will the losing Pokémon be covered in mud, but the Trainer will be drenched as well. This is to emphasize that both the Trainer and their Pokémon need to show off their beauty. Iris, determined to win, agrees.

All six competitors battle again in the traditional manner with Emolga vs. Roserade, Pansage vs. Lilligant, and Snivy vs. Cinccino. Emolga wins her battle, but Pansage loses his, causing Cilan and Pansage to be drenched in the mud. Snivy is up next, but Iris, content to have a confronting victory, tells Ash to let her take this one. Iris commands Snivy to use Leaf Storm many times in the battle, while letting Snivy take hits from Cinccino. At last when Snivy knocks Cinccino and Moira into the mud, Cinccino cannot use the oil to shake the mud off, much to Moira's dismay. Moira wonders how that could happen to Cinccino. Iris then explains that the flurry of Leaf Storms from Snivy gradually rubbed away the oil on Cinccino's fur. Ash and Cilan then realize why the Leaf Storms weren't hitting Cinccino, and they say it was a smart move.

Iris arrogantly tells Moira that she deserved that defeat, and hysterically laughs, which infuriates Moira. They are interrupted, though, by Ms. Chandler, the manager of the Flower Garden Troupe. Ms. Chandler congratulates the guests on defeating their top member Moira, and asks if they would join the Troupe. The three anxiously thank her for the offer, but decline and say they must leave, and do so immediately. Ms. Chandler tries to catch up with them, but they are too fast, much to her dismay.

After changing back into their normal clothes, the three head off to Vertress City once again.

Major events

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

Debuts

Pokémon debuts

Characters

Humans

Dare da?

Pokémon

Who's That Pokémon?

Who's That Pokémon?: Roserade (US and international) Cinccino (Japan)

Trivia

Pikachu disguised as a female

Errors

  • On the R1 DVD Release, the opening animation featured the version that had clips from Be an Arrow! 2013 instead of the proper version that had clips from Be an Arrow!. It should also be noted that this error did not occur in the television broadcast of this episode.
  • In the Polish dub, "Moc Ogona" is called "Moc Ognia".

Dub edits

In other languages



BW097 : Unova's Survival Crisis!
Best Wishes series
BW099 : A Surface to Air Tag Battle Team!
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