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==Plot==
==Plot==
At the [[Pokémon School]], Ash's classmates are playing with their Pokémon. {{an|Lana}} tells her {{TP|Lana|Popplio}} to make a balloon, which pops, while {{an|Sophocles}} puts {{TP|Sophocles|Togedemaru}} in a wheel to charge his computer program. Meanwhile, {{an|Lillie}} walks up to {{an|Mallow}} and recommends to her that she should add some [[Berry|berries]] to the [[Pokémon food]] in her new recipe. However, as Mallow thanks Lillie for the suggestion, {{TP|Mallow|Bounsweet}} jumps up in front of Lillie, scaring her frozen on the spot. Mallow comments that it is a shame that Lillie is afraid to touch Pokémon, to which Lillie denies. {{an|Kiawe}} walks in, feeling tired after making a delivery to [[Ula'ula Island]]. [[Professor Kukui]] then enters and greets the class, with {{Ash}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} behind him. Kiawe notices the new [[Z-Ring]] that Ash is wearing. Professor Kukui reveals that Ash will be a student in the Pokémon School and tells the class not to hesitate to help him out with any questions that he has. Ash introduces himself to his new classmates and his intention of becoming a [[Pokémon Master]], saying he is glad to be here.
At the [[Pokémon School]], {{Ash}}'s {{ashcl|classmates}} are playing with their Pokémon. {{an|Lana}} tells her {{TP|Lana|Popplio}} to make a balloon, which pops, while {{an|Sophocles}} puts {{TP|Sophocles|Togedemaru}} in a wheel to charge his computer program. Meanwhile, {{an|Lillie}} walks up to {{an|Mallow}} and recommends to her that she should add some {{Berries}} to the [[Pokémon food]] in her new recipe. However, as Mallow thanks Lillie for the suggestion, {{TP|Mallow|Bounsweet}} jumps up in front of Lillie, scaring her frozen on the spot. Mallow comments that it is a shame that Lillie is afraid to touch Pokémon, to which Lillie denies. {{an|Kiawe}} walks in, feeling tired after making a delivery to [[Ula'ula Island]]. {{an|Professor Kukui}} then enters and greets the class, with {{Ash}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} behind him. Kiawe notices the new [[Z-Ring]] that Ash is wearing. Professor Kukui reveals that Ash will be a student in the Pokémon School and tells the class not to hesitate to help him out with any questions that he has. Ash introduces himself to his new classmates and his intention of becoming a [[Pokémon Master]], saying he is glad to be here.


Soon afterward while Ash is talking to his new classmates, Sophocles and Mallow notice the Z-Crystal on Ash's Z-Ring, with Kiawe identifying it as an [[Electrium Z]]. He asks where Ash got it, as he has not taken part in any trial of the [[island challenge]]. Ash explains that {{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Tapu Koko}} had given it to him, which surprises the class. Ash then explains that he had heard Tapu Koko's voice, so he had took off after it, and when he found Tapu Koko, the ring had come floating down to him. Kiawe wonders how Tapu Koko had obtained the Z-Ring, but Ash says it simply felt like Tapu Koko had been telling him the ring was for him. Lillie explains to Ash that she has read about Tapu Koko, and that it is very well known as the guardian who likes to help travelers, but also likes to play tricks and can punish people if it thinks it is necessary. Upon hearing that on rare occasions, Tapu Koko can provide gifts to people, Mallow realizes that Tapu Koko must really like Ash. Sophocles checks with Kiawe who reveals that he got his Z-Crystal from clearing the [[Akala Island]]'s grand trial. Ash becomes excited that he can now use [[Z-Move]]s just like Kiawe, but Kiawe objects strongly, telling Ash about the duties of Z-Move users. Ash says he doesn't understand what Kiawe said, but reassures Kiawe that he will do his best. Professor Kukui tells the class that [[Samson Oak]] will be their teacher for the next lesson. Later, Samson Oak, wearing an {{p|Exeggutor}} costume, teaches the class about the different appearances and types of the Pokémon in different regions as Sophocles comments on certain Pokémon's heights being totally different. Oak explains that the reason Exeggutor is different in Alola is because of the local climate. He then says that the {{alo|Exeggutor}} they are looking at is a [[regional variant]], and explains the biology of Exeggutor - they are usually {{2t|Grass|Psychic}}. This surprises Lillie who mentions that in Alola, Exeggutor are {{2t|Grass|Dragon}}. Ash is surprised about the typing of Alolan Exeggutor and runs forward to stroke its tail. Lillie tries to warn Ash about this, but he ends up getting thrown up a ladder before Lillie explains that the tail has a mind of its own.
Soon afterward while Ash is talking to his new classmates, Sophocles and Mallow notice the Z-Crystal on Ash's Z-Ring, with Kiawe identifying it as an [[Electrium Z]]. He asks where Ash got it, as he has not taken part in any trial of the [[island challenge]]. Ash explains that {{DL|Guardian deities (anime)|Tapu Koko}} had given it to him, which surprises the class. Ash then explains that he had heard Tapu Koko's voice, so he had took off after it, and when he found Tapu Koko, the ring had come floating down to him. Kiawe wonders how Tapu Koko had obtained the Z-Ring, but Ash says it simply felt like Tapu Koko had been telling him the ring was for him. Lillie explains to Ash that she has read about Tapu Koko, and that it is very well known as the guardian who likes to help travelers, but also likes to play tricks and can punish people if it thinks it is necessary. Upon hearing that on rare occasions, Tapu Koko can provide gifts to people, Mallow realizes that Tapu Koko must really like Ash. Sophocles checks with Kiawe who reveals that he got his Z-Crystal from clearing the [[Akala Island]]'s grand trial. Ash becomes excited that he can now use [[Z-Move]]s just like Kiawe, but Kiawe objects strongly, telling Ash about the duties of Z-Move users. Ash says he doesn't understand what Kiawe said, but reassures Kiawe that he will do his best. Professor Kukui tells the class that [[Samson Oak]] will be their teacher for the next lesson. Later, Samson Oak, wearing an {{p|Exeggutor}} costume, teaches the class about the different appearances and types of the Pokémon in different regions as Sophocles comments on certain Pokémon's heights being totally different. Oak explains that the reason Exeggutor is different in Alola is because of the local climate. He then says that the {{alo|Exeggutor}} they are looking at is a [[regional variant]], and explains the biology of Exeggutor - they are usually {{2t|Grass|Psychic}}. This surprises Lillie who mentions that in Alola, Exeggutor are {{2t|Grass|Dragon}}. Ash is surprised about the typing of Alolan Exeggutor and runs forward to stroke its tail. Lillie tries to warn Ash about this, but he ends up getting thrown up a ladder before Lillie explains that the tail has a mind of its own.


At Professor Kukui's house, Kukui treats Ash and Pikachu to dinner, where both of them finish their food very quickly. Ash and Pikachu pet {{AP|Rockruff}}, and Kukui explains that it has taken a liking to Ash. As Ash continues to pet Rockruff, Kukui receives a phone call from Mallow and agrees to proceed with a welcome party planned for Ash on the following day. The next morning, Ash and Pikachu are late to school, and rushing to make it on time. As they arrive, they are greeted with confetti and Popplio's bubbles, and Mallow explains that they had planned a surprise party for Ash. Sophocles and Togedemaru start by issuing a challenge to Ash and Pikachu, which Ash mistakes for a battle. However, he soon finds out that it is actually a balloon popping challenge. Sophocles uses Togedemaru's spikes to gain the lead, and Lillie tells Ash that he can also use moves to burst the balloons. Ash commands Pikachu to use {{m|Thunderbolt}}, but it is absorbed by Togedemaru's {{a|Lightning Rod}} [[Ability]]. She then uses {{m|Zing Zap}} to burst the remaining balloons, easily winning the challenge for Sophocles. Lana and Popplio then challenge Ash and Pikachu to a race, unknowingly being watched by a yellow Pokémon from afar. Although off to a strong start, Pikachu starts to fall behind, and Popplio eventually wins the challenge with its superior swimming speed.
At Professor Kukui's house, Kukui treats Ash and Pikachu to dinner, where both of them finish their food very quickly. Ash and Pikachu pet {{AP|Rockruff}}, and Kukui explains that it has taken a liking to Ash. As Ash continues to pet Rockruff, Kukui receives a phone call from Mallow and agrees to proceed with a welcome party planned for Ash on the following day. The next morning, Ash and Pikachu are late to school, and rushing to make it on time. As they arrive, they are greeted with confetti and Popplio's bubbles, and Mallow explains that they had planned a surprise party for Ash. Sophocles and Togedemaru start by issuing a challenge to Ash and Pikachu, which Ash mistakes for a battle. However, he soon finds out that it is actually a balloon popping challenge. Sophocles uses Togedemaru's spikes to gain the lead, and Lillie tells Ash that he can also use moves to burst the balloons. Ash commands Pikachu to use {{m|Thunderbolt}}, but it is absorbed by Togedemaru's {{a|Lightning Rod}} [[Ability]]. She then uses {{m|Zing Zap}} to burst the remaining balloons, easily winning the challenge for Sophocles. Lana and Popplio then challenge Ash and Pikachu to a race, unknowingly being watched by a yellow Pokémon from afar. Although off to a strong start, Pikachu starts to fall behind, and Popplio eventually wins the challenge with its superior swimming speed.
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Next, Ash is up against Kiawe in a {{p|Tauros}} race, with Kukui and Samson Oak watching them from the balcony. Oak asks the professor if he will take part in the party, to which Kukui replies that he is the fifth surprise. The race ends with Kiawe winning in a photo finish. Kukui walks up to Ash for his surprise, but Mallow says that it is time for lunch first. As they all eat, Ash hears a Pokémon's [[cry]] and Tapu Koko appears, much to everyone's surprise. Ash thanks it for bestowing him the Z-Ring, but Tapu Koko grabs [[Ash's hat]] and flies around with it. It then flies off towards the forest, with Ash on its heels.
Next, Ash is up against Kiawe in a {{p|Tauros}} race, with Kukui and Samson Oak watching them from the balcony. Oak asks the professor if he will take part in the party, to which Kukui replies that he is the fifth surprise. The race ends with Kiawe winning in a photo finish. Kukui walks up to Ash for his surprise, but Mallow says that it is time for lunch first. As they all eat, Ash hears a Pokémon's [[cry]] and Tapu Koko appears, much to everyone's surprise. Ash thanks it for bestowing him the Z-Ring, but Tapu Koko grabs [[Ash's hat]] and flies around with it. It then flies off towards the forest, with Ash on its heels.


Tapu Koko and Ash race to the forest and everyone else follows behind. In the middle of the forest, Tapu Koko returns Ash his hat, and reveals its will to battle him. Tapu Koko's {{a|Electric Surge}} comes into effect, and it lunges at Pikachu. Pikachu manages to dodge Tapu Koko's {{m|Dazzling Gleam}} and proceeds with Thunderbolt, but this has little effect. Tapu Koko charges at Ash and activates his Z-Ring. Ash realizes Tapu Koko wants him to use a Z-Move. Ash prepares to launch his first Z-Move, as everyone watches nervously. Ash and Pikachu make the required pose and Pikachu fires a strong {{m|Gigavolt Havoc}}, causing a huge explosion. However, Ash's Electrium Z shatters as the explosion settles, and Tapu Koko flies away. Mallow is impressed at how powerful Ash's first Z-Move was, but Kiawe notices that Ash's Z-Crystal had disintegrated. He explains that it was still too early for Ash to fully utilize Z-Moves, as he had not taken a trial. Upon hearing this, Ash decides to participate in the island challenge to prove his worthiness, and his classmates agree that they will be cheering for him.
Tapu Koko and Ash race to the forest and everyone else follows behind. In the middle of the forest, Tapu Koko returns Ash his hat, and reveals its will to battle him. Tapu Koko's {{a|Electric Surge}} activates, causing {{m|Electric Terrain}} to come into effect, and it lunges at Pikachu. Pikachu manages to dodge Tapu Koko's {{m|Dazzling Gleam}} and proceeds with Thunderbolt, but this has little effect. Tapu Koko charges at Ash and activates his Z-Ring. Ash realizes Tapu Koko wants him to use a Z-Move. Ash prepares to launch his first Z-Move, as everyone watches nervously. Ash and Pikachu make the required pose and Pikachu fires a strong {{m|Gigavolt Havoc}}, causing a huge explosion. However, Ash's Electrium Z shatters as the explosion settles, and Tapu Koko flies away. Mallow is impressed at how powerful Ash's first Z-Move was, but Kiawe notices that Ash's Z-Crystal had disintegrated. He explains that it was still too early for Ash to fully utilize Z-Moves, as he had not taken a trial. Upon hearing this, Ash decides to participate in the island challenge to prove his worthiness, and his classmates agree that they will be cheering for him.


Back at Kukui's house, Ash receives an {{Rotom|Alola Pokédex}} from Professor Kukui while having dinner, as Ash looks forward to his island challenge.
Back at Kukui's house, Ash receives an {{Rotom|Alola Pokédex}} from Professor Kukui while having dinner, as Ash looks forward to his island challenge.
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* {{Ash}} learns about [[regional variant]]s.
* {{Ash}} learns about [[regional variant]]s.
* [[Sophocles's Togedemaru]] is revealed to know {{m|Zing Zap}} and have {{a|Lightning Rod}} as her [[Ability]].
* [[Sophocles's Togedemaru]] is revealed to know {{m|Zing Zap}} and have {{a|Lightning Rod}} as her [[Ability]].
* Ash encounters {{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Tapu Koko}} again, with {{ashcl}} encountering it for the first time.
* Ash encounters {{DL|Guardian deities (anime)|Tapu Koko}} again, with {{ashcl}} encountering it for the first time.
* Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}} have a battle against Tapu Koko, which gets called off when Tapu Koko [[Escape|flees]].
* Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}} have a battle against Tapu Koko, which gets called off when Tapu Koko [[Escape|flees]].
* Ash and Pikachu perform {{m|Gigavolt Havoc}} for the first time.
* Ash and Pikachu perform {{m|Gigavolt Havoc}} for the first time.
** In the process, Ash also performs a [[Z-Move]] for the first time.
** In the process, Ash also performs a [[Z-Move]] for the first time.
* Ash's [[Electrium Z]] shatters.
* Ash's [[Electrium Z]] shatters right after being used.
* Ash decides to take on the [[island challenge]] in order to get new [[Z-Crystal]]s and qualify as a Z-Move user.
* Ash decides to take on the [[island challenge]] in order to get new [[Z-Crystal]]s and qualify as a Z-Move user.
* Ash receives a {{Rotom|Pokédex}} from [[Professor Kukui]].
* Ash receives a new {{Rotom|Pokédex}} from {{an|Professor Kukui}}.
{{animeevents}}
{{animeevents}}


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* {{an|Sophocles}}
* {{an|Sophocles}}
* {{an|Mallow}}
* {{an|Mallow}}
* [[Professor Kukui]]
* {{an|Professor Kukui}}
* [[Samson Oak]]
* [[Samson Oak]]


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* {{p|Electabuzz}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Electabuzz}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Elekid}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Elekid}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Tapu Koko}} ({{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Tapu Koko|anime}})
* {{p|Tapu Koko}} ({{DL|Guardian deities (anime)|Tapu Koko|anime}})
* {{p|Alomomola}} (×2)
* {{p|Alomomola}} (×2)
* {{p|Goldeen}}
* {{p|Goldeen}}
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* During the first airing on [[TV Tokyo]] as one-hour special, viewers could take part in a [[Media:Keyword quiz SM001 SM002.png|three-characters keyword quiz]], in which ten viewers could win a Nintendo New 3DS XL Pokemon Solgaleo Lunala Black Edition and copies of [[Pokémon Sun and Moon]]. The second character was ワ and the third ザ.
* This and [[SM001|the previous episode]] are the last episodes to air before the release of [[Pokémon Sun and Moon]].
* During the first airing on [[TV Tokyo]] as one-hour special, viewers could take part in a [[Media:Keyword quiz SM001 SM002.png|three-characters keyword quiz]], in which ten viewers could win a Nintendo New 3DS XL Pokémon Solgaleo Lunala Black Edition and copies of [[Pokémon Sun and Moon]]. The second character was ワ and the third ザ.
* During the first airing on TV Tokyo as one-hour special the Japanese comedian Abareru-kun appeared in typical Hawaiian clothes, he announced the {{DL|Data broadcasting|Poké Problem|Poké Problem data broadcast}}, {{DL|Data broadcasting|QR code|a data broadcast that works with Pokémon Sun and Moon}}, and that next week another one-hour special would air.
* During the first airing on TV Tokyo as one-hour special the Japanese comedian Abareru-kun appeared in typical Hawaiian clothes, he announced the {{DL|Data broadcasting|Poké Problem|Poké Problem data broadcast}}, {{DL|Data broadcasting|QR code|a data broadcast that works with Pokémon Sun and Moon}}, and that next week another one-hour special would air.
* This episode aired as a sneak peek on November 18, 2016, in {{pmin|France}}; November 19, 2016, in {{pmin|Italy}}; November 20, 2016, in {{pmin|Germany}} and {{pmin|Belgium}}; November 26, 2016, in {{pmin|Spain}}; November 27, 2016, in {{pmin|the Netherlands}}; December 5, 2016, in {{pmin|the United States}}; and December 31, 2016, in {{pmin|Canada}} alongside ''[[M19|Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel]]'' and [[SM001]]. Its airdate in France was only one day after its airing in Japan.
* This episode aired as a sneak peek on November 18, 2016, in {{pmin|France}}; November 19, 2016, in {{pmin|Italy}}; November 20, 2016, in {{pmin|Germany}} and {{pmin|Belgium}}; November 26, 2016, in {{pmin|Spain}}; November 27, 2016, in {{pmin|the Netherlands}}; December 5, 2016, in {{pmin|the United States}}; and December 31, 2016, in {{pmin|Canada}} alongside ''[[M19|Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel]]'' and [[SM001]]. Its airdate in France was only one day after its airing in Japan.
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* As the screen flashes between Ash and Pikachu just before Pikachu fires off Gigavolt Havoc, Pikachu can be heard talking but not actually opening his mouth.
* As the screen flashes between Ash and Pikachu just before Pikachu fires off Gigavolt Havoc, Pikachu can be heard talking but not actually opening his mouth.
* When Ash uses Electrobolt on the balloons, Sophocles has a little pile of balloons left to pop, but when Togedemaru is charged up after Pikachu's attack, there's only one layer of balloons left instead of a pile.
* When Ash uses Electrobolt on the balloons, Sophocles has a little pile of balloons left to pop, but when Togedemaru is charged up after Pikachu's attack, there's only one layer of balloons left instead of a pile.
* The {{pmin|Brazil|Brazilian Portuguese}} [[Pokémon TV]] blurb refers to {{an|Lana}} by her English name.


===Dub edits===
===Dub edits===
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|zh_yue={{tt|守護神卡璞・鳴鳴登場！挑戰我們的Z招式！！| The Guardian Deity Tapu Koko Appears! Challenge Our Z-Move!!}}
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Revision as of 14:07, 18 February 2019

← SM001 : Alola to New Adventure!
Sun & Moon series
SM003 : Loading the Dex! →
The Guardian's Challenge!
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SM002   EP941
守り神カプ・コケコ登場！挑戦、オレたちのZワザ！！
The Guardian Deity Kapu-Kokeko Appears! Challenge, Our Z-Move!!
First broadcast
Japan November 17, 2016
United States December 5, 2016*
February 11, 2017*
March 17, 2017*
May 12, 2017*
English themes
Opening Under The Alolan Sun
Ending
Japanese themes
Opening アローラ!!
Ending ポーズ
Credits
Animation Team Kato
Screenplay 松井亜弥 Aya Matsui
Storyboard 冨安大貴 Daiki Tomiyasu
樋口香里 Kaori Higuchi
Assistant directors 高橋知也 Tomoya Takahashi
牧野吉高 Yoshitaka Makino
Animation directors 安田周平 Shūhei Yasuda
村田理 Osamu Murata
松田真路 Shinji Matsuda
No additional credits are available at this time.

The Guardian's Challenge! (Japanese: 守り神カプ・コケコ登場！挑戦、オレたちのZワザ！！ The Guardian Deity Kapu-Kokeko Appears! Challenge, Our Z-Move!!) is the second episode of the Sun & Moon series, and the 941st episode of the Pokémon anime. It first aired in Japan on November 17, 2016 as a one-hour special alongside SM001, and in the United Kingdom as a sneak peek preview of the full series on November 20, 2016 as a one-hour special alongside Alola to New Adventure!. It aired in the United States as a sneak peek preview of the full series on December 5, 2016 as part of a marathon with Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel and Alola to New Adventure!. The final version of the episode was broadcast in the United States on March 17, 2017, and was later broadcast in sequence on May 12, 2017.

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Blurb

Now that Ash has decided to become a Pokémon School student in the Alola region, his classmates throw him a welcome party! Three of them challenge him to various competitions—a balloon-popping contest versus Sophocles and his Togedemaru, a land-and-water race between Pikachu and Lana’s Popplio, and a Tauros race against Kiawe.

Finally, Professor Kukui challenges him to a Pokémon battle, but Tapu Koko interrupts. It wants to battle Ash instead—and it wants him to try out his very first Z-Move, Gigavolt Havoc! As Pikachu unleashes an astonishingly powerful burst of electricity, Ash’s Z-Crystal shatters. He decides to undergo an island challenge trial to earn a new one!

Plot

At the Pokémon School, Ash's classmates are playing with their Pokémon. Lana tells her Popplio to make a balloon, which pops, while Sophocles puts Togedemaru in a wheel to charge his computer program. Meanwhile, Lillie walks up to Mallow and recommends to her that she should add some Berries to the Pokémon food in her new recipe. However, as Mallow thanks Lillie for the suggestion, Bounsweet jumps up in front of Lillie, scaring her frozen on the spot. Mallow comments that it is a shame that Lillie is afraid to touch Pokémon, to which Lillie denies. Kiawe walks in, feeling tired after making a delivery to Ula'ula Island. Professor Kukui then enters and greets the class, with Ash and Pikachu behind him. Kiawe notices the new Z-Ring that Ash is wearing. Professor Kukui reveals that Ash will be a student in the Pokémon School and tells the class not to hesitate to help him out with any questions that he has. Ash introduces himself to his new classmates and his intention of becoming a Pokémon Master, saying he is glad to be here.

Soon afterward while Ash is talking to his new classmates, Sophocles and Mallow notice the Z-Crystal on Ash's Z-Ring, with Kiawe identifying it as an Electrium Z. He asks where Ash got it, as he has not taken part in any trial of the island challenge. Ash explains that Tapu Koko had given it to him, which surprises the class. Ash then explains that he had heard Tapu Koko's voice, so he had took off after it, and when he found Tapu Koko, the ring had come floating down to him. Kiawe wonders how Tapu Koko had obtained the Z-Ring, but Ash says it simply felt like Tapu Koko had been telling him the ring was for him. Lillie explains to Ash that she has read about Tapu Koko, and that it is very well known as the guardian who likes to help travelers, but also likes to play tricks and can punish people if it thinks it is necessary. Upon hearing that on rare occasions, Tapu Koko can provide gifts to people, Mallow realizes that Tapu Koko must really like Ash. Sophocles checks with Kiawe who reveals that he got his Z-Crystal from clearing the Akala Island's grand trial. Ash becomes excited that he can now use Z-Moves just like Kiawe, but Kiawe objects strongly, telling Ash about the duties of Z-Move users. Ash says he doesn't understand what Kiawe said, but reassures Kiawe that he will do his best. Professor Kukui tells the class that Samson Oak will be their teacher for the next lesson. Later, Samson Oak, wearing an Exeggutor costume, teaches the class about the different appearances and types of the Pokémon in different regions as Sophocles comments on certain Pokémon's heights being totally different. Oak explains that the reason Exeggutor is different in Alola is because of the local climate. He then says that the Alolan Exeggutor they are looking at is a regional variant, and explains the biology of Exeggutor - they are usually Grass/Psychic. This surprises Lillie who mentions that in Alola, Exeggutor are Grass/Dragon. Ash is surprised about the typing of Alolan Exeggutor and runs forward to stroke its tail. Lillie tries to warn Ash about this, but he ends up getting thrown up a ladder before Lillie explains that the tail has a mind of its own.

At Professor Kukui's house, Kukui treats Ash and Pikachu to dinner, where both of them finish their food very quickly. Ash and Pikachu pet Rockruff, and Kukui explains that it has taken a liking to Ash. As Ash continues to pet Rockruff, Kukui receives a phone call from Mallow and agrees to proceed with a welcome party planned for Ash on the following day. The next morning, Ash and Pikachu are late to school, and rushing to make it on time. As they arrive, they are greeted with confetti and Popplio's bubbles, and Mallow explains that they had planned a surprise party for Ash. Sophocles and Togedemaru start by issuing a challenge to Ash and Pikachu, which Ash mistakes for a battle. However, he soon finds out that it is actually a balloon popping challenge. Sophocles uses Togedemaru's spikes to gain the lead, and Lillie tells Ash that he can also use moves to burst the balloons. Ash commands Pikachu to use Thunderbolt, but it is absorbed by Togedemaru's Lightning Rod Ability. She then uses Zing Zap to burst the remaining balloons, easily winning the challenge for Sophocles. Lana and Popplio then challenge Ash and Pikachu to a race, unknowingly being watched by a yellow Pokémon from afar. Although off to a strong start, Pikachu starts to fall behind, and Popplio eventually wins the challenge with its superior swimming speed.

Next, Ash is up against Kiawe in a Tauros race, with Kukui and Samson Oak watching them from the balcony. Oak asks the professor if he will take part in the party, to which Kukui replies that he is the fifth surprise. The race ends with Kiawe winning in a photo finish. Kukui walks up to Ash for his surprise, but Mallow says that it is time for lunch first. As they all eat, Ash hears a Pokémon's cry and Tapu Koko appears, much to everyone's surprise. Ash thanks it for bestowing him the Z-Ring, but Tapu Koko grabs Ash's hat and flies around with it. It then flies off towards the forest, with Ash on its heels.

Tapu Koko and Ash race to the forest and everyone else follows behind. In the middle of the forest, Tapu Koko returns Ash his hat, and reveals its will to battle him. Tapu Koko's Electric Surge activates, causing Electric Terrain to come into effect, and it lunges at Pikachu. Pikachu manages to dodge Tapu Koko's Dazzling Gleam and proceeds with Thunderbolt, but this has little effect. Tapu Koko charges at Ash and activates his Z-Ring. Ash realizes Tapu Koko wants him to use a Z-Move. Ash prepares to launch his first Z-Move, as everyone watches nervously. Ash and Pikachu make the required pose and Pikachu fires a strong Gigavolt Havoc, causing a huge explosion. However, Ash's Electrium Z shatters as the explosion settles, and Tapu Koko flies away. Mallow is impressed at how powerful Ash's first Z-Move was, but Kiawe notices that Ash's Z-Crystal had disintegrated. He explains that it was still too early for Ash to fully utilize Z-Moves, as he had not taken a trial. Upon hearing this, Ash decides to participate in the island challenge to prove his worthiness, and his classmates agree that they will be cheering for him.

Back at Kukui's house, Ash receives an Alola Pokédex from Professor Kukui while having dinner, as Ash looks forward to his island challenge.

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?: Rockruff (US and international), Tapu Koko (Japan)

Trivia

Errors

  • As the screen flashes between Ash and Pikachu just before Pikachu fires off Gigavolt Havoc, Pikachu can be heard talking but not actually opening his mouth.
  • When Ash uses Electrobolt on the balloons, Sophocles has a little pile of balloons left to pop, but when Togedemaru is charged up after Pikachu's attack, there's only one layer of balloons left instead of a pile.
  • The Brazilian Portuguese Pokémon TV blurb refers to Lana by her English name.

Dub edits

  • The Japanese text depicting Gigavolt Havoc's name when Pikachu is about to use the move is edited out in the dub.
  • The text saying "To Be Continued" when Ash receives the Rotom Pokédex from Professor Kukui is edited out in the dub.
    • This only occurred for the sneak preview. For its official debut, the text saying "To Be Continued" was put back in.
  • In the official debut of this episode's dub, a large portion of the original music is replaced with dub music. However, this was not the case in the preview airing, in which the episode used all of the original music.

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