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'''Guiding an Awakening!''' (Japanese: '''クチナシの大試練！ルガルガン覚醒！！''' ''{{tt|Kuchinashi|Nanu}}'s Grand Trial! {{tt|Lugarugan|Lycanroc}} Awakens!!'') is the 77th episode of the {{series|Sun & Moon}}, and the 1,016th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on May 31, 2018, in New Zealand on September 28, 2018, and is scheduled to air in Canada on October 20, 2018, and in the United States on November 3, 2018.
'''Guiding an Awakening!''' (Japanese: '''クチナシの大試練！ルガルガン覚醒！！''' ''{{tt|Kuchinashi|Nanu}}'s Grand Trial! {{tt|Lugarugan|Lycanroc}} Awakens!!'') is the 77th episode of the {{series|Sun & Moon}}, and the 1,016th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on May 31, 2018, in New Zealand on September 28, 2018, in Canada on October 20, 2018, in Australia and the United Kingdom on October 30, 2018, and in the United States on November 3, 2018.
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<i>Ash’s grand trial on Ula’ula Island is in full swing, and the kahuna has lots of twists and turns in store for the battle!


==Plot==
Following Ash’s victory at the Abandoned Thrifty Megamart, Ula’ula Island Kahuna Nanu agrees to battle him in a grand trial! But there’s a catch—Ash must defeat three of Nanu’s Pokémon using only one of his.
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[[Acerola]] enters the empty [[Ruins of Abundance]] and leaves an offering of [[berries]]. She soon meets up with [[Nanu]] who is somewhat smiling, though explains that he wants everything to be done as quickly as possible. Elsewhere, {{Ash}} places the [[Rockium Z]] into his [[Z-Ring]], and braces his enthusiastic Pokémon for an upcoming victory in the Grand Trial.  


At the battlefield, Acerola wishes Ash luck as she takes her position as referee. Nanu takes a moment to pray as a gesture of goodwill. In order for Ash to clear the [[Ula'ula Island]] Grand Trial he must defeat three of Nanu's Pokémon with only one of his. Ash and {{an|Rotom Pokédex}} are startled by the three-to-one challenge, but Acerola explains that a Grand Trial needs to be difficult. Ash turns his attention to {{AP|Lycanroc}}, who gladly accepts the {{pkmn|battle}} conditions much to Nanu’s dismay. Despite Nanu’s scrutiny of his challenger, Ash claims that Lycanroc wants revenge and is motivated.
He chooses Lycanroc, whose training has paid off, as it quickly defeats Nanu’s Krookodile. Next up is Sableye, and Lycanroc lands another win. But when Nanu sends out his Alolan Persian and begins taunting Ash, Lycanroc’s temper begins to flare—leading Ash to realize that Lycanroc is channeling that anger into power! Determined, Lycanroc learns the move Counter and defeats Persian. Ash wins a Lycanium Z and his third grand trial!</i>


Nanu calls out his {{p|Krookodile}}, but Lycanroc remains unfazed by its opponent’s {{a|Intimidate}} ability. Acerola calls for the match begin. Nanu starts off with a {{m|Mud-Slap}}, which Lycanroc avoids only to fall into a {{m|Sand Tomb}}. Krookodile launches another Mud-Slap, and Lycanroc’s eyes turn red after its fur is dirtied. Much to Ash’s relief, his Pokémon simply jumps out of the Sand Tomb and its eyes return to normal. Lycanroc shakes off the mud as Ash boasts that they will win today. Nanu dares him to prove his words in battle. Ash goes to call for an {{m|Accelerock}}, but remembers Krookodile used {{m|Counter}} to defeat Lycanroc [[SM074|last time]]. He opts for a {{m|Rock Throw}} instead, which Krookodile destroys with its tail. Ash repeats the move, but Krookodile uses the same tactic to defend itself. Nanu realizes that Ash is attempting to avoid close-range combat and has Krookodile approach with {{m|Crunch}}. Lycanroc dodges and launches another Rock Throw, however the attack is again swatted away by Krookodile’s tail. Nanu claims the battle is getting boring and calls Ash gutless for his fear of Krookodile’s Counter. He reminds Ash that a Pokemon battle is meant to be an exchange of power. Lycanroc shares these sentiments, so Ash calls for an Accelerock. Krookodile goes to use Counter, but is struck by Lycanroc’s blinding speed before it has the chance, much to Nanu’s surprise. Krookodile is overwhelmed by Lycanroc’s follow-up Rock Throw and is defeated. Ash thanks Nanu for his sharp words, which motivated him to want to fight. Nanu states that lying can be a good strategy and that he planned to lure Ash into a Counter situation. Ash is disturbed by Nanu’s admission as Acerola calls for her uncle’s next Pokémon.
==Plot==
Accompanied by [[Nanu]], [[Acerola]] enters the empty [[Ruins of Abundance]] and leaves an offering of {{Berries}}. Later, {{Ash}}, with the [[Rockium Z]] equipped to his [[Z-Ring]], challenges Nanu to a [[Island challenge|grand trial]] {{pkmn|battle}}. At the battlefield, Acerola wishes Ash luck as she takes her position as referee. It is then revealed that in order for Ash to clear the [[Ula'ula Island]] grand trial, he must defeat three of Nanu's Pokémon with only one of his. Ash turns his attention to {{AP|Lycanroc}}, who accepts the battle conditions. Despite Nanu's scrutiny of his challenger, Ash claims that Lycanroc wants revenge and is motivated.
[[File:SM077 Ash VS Nanu.png|thumb|left|230px|Ash facing Nanu]]
Nanu calls out his {{p|Krookodile}}, but Lycanroc remains unfazed by its opponent's {{a|Intimidate}} [[Ability]]. Acerola calls for the match to begin. Nanu starts off with a {{m|Mud-Slap}}, which Lycanroc avoids only to fall into a {{m|Sand Tomb}}. Krookodile launches another Mud-Slap, and Lycanroc's eyes turn red after its fur is dirtied. Much to Ash's relief, his Pokémon simply jumps out of the Sand Tomb and its eyes return to normal. Lycanroc shakes off the mud as Ash boasts that they will win today. Nanu dares him to prove his words in battle. Ash goes to call for an {{m|Accelerock}}, but remembers Krookodile used {{m|Counter}} to defeat Lycanroc [[SM074|last time]]. He opts for a {{m|Rock Throw}} instead, which Krookodile destroys with its tail. Ash repeats the [[move]], but Krookodile uses the same tactic to defend itself. Nanu realizes that Ash is attempting to avoid close-range combat and has Krookodile approach with {{m|Crunch}}. Lycanroc dodges and launches another Rock Throw, however the attack is again swatted away by Krookodile's tail. Nanu claims the battle is getting boring and calls Ash gutless for his fear of Krookodile's Counter. He reminds Ash that a Pokemon battle is meant to be an exchange of power. Lycanroc also shares these sentiments, so Ash calls for an Accelerock. Krookodile goes to use Counter, but is struck by Lycanroc's blinding speed before it has the chance, much to Nanu's surprise. Krookodile is overwhelmed by Lycanroc’s follow-up Rock Throw and is defeated. Ash thanks Nanu for his sharp words, which motivated him to want to fight. Nanu states that lying can be a good strategy and that he planned to lure Ash into a Counter situation. Ash is left disturbed by Nanu's admission as Acerola calls for her uncle's next Pokémon.


Nanu sends out his {{p|Sableye}} and starts the match off with a {{m|Shadow Ball}}. Lycanroc’s Rock Throw cancels out the attack. Sableye follows up with a {{m|Shadow Sneak}} which inflicts some damage on Lycanroc. Ash calls for a {{m|Bite}}, however it collides with Sableye's {{m|Shadow Claw}}. Before Lycanroc can move, Sableye freezes it in place with {{m|Mean Look}}. Ash calls for an attack, but Lycanroc is unable to move. Its Bite is just out of reach while Sableye dishes out several Shadow Claws. Shadow Sneak hits Lycanroc, who returns to its red-eyed form and easily evades the onslaught of Shadow Claws. Nanu takes a moment to inform Ash that Lycanroc seems much stronger when angry, but Ash fears his Pokémon will not listen to instruction. The aside causes Ash to think, so he has Lycanroc unleash a {{m|Stone Edge}} which defeats Sableye. Nanu recalls his Pokémon, and is a little surprised by Lycanroc’s new move. Amongst the congratulations, Ash notices that Lycanroc is panting heavily out of exhaustion. {{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Tapu Bulu}} flies overhead and delivers a much needed [[Sitrus Berry]]. Acerola asks if the item can be used and Nanu replies that he cannot argue with the Island Guardian. Lycanroc chews the berry and is ready for the third and final round of the Grand Trial.
Nanu sends out his {{p|Sableye}} and starts the match off with a {{m|Shadow Ball}}. Lycanroc's Rock Throw cancels out the attack. Sableye follows up with a {{m|Shadow Sneak}} which inflicts some damage on Lycanroc. Ash calls for a {{m|Bite}}, however it collides with Sableye's {{m|Shadow Claw}}. Before Lycanroc can attack, Sableye freezes it in place with {{m|Mean Look}}. Ash calls for an attack, but Lycanroc is unable to move. Its Bite is just out of reach while Sableye dishes out several Shadow Claws. After a Shadow Sneak hits, Lycanroc returns to its red-eyed form and goes onto evade another onslaught of Shadow Claws. Nanu takes a moment to inform Ash that Lycanroc seems much stronger when angry, but Ash fears his Pokémon will not listen to his instructions. The aside causes Ash to think, so he has Lycanroc unleash a {{m|Stone Edge}} which defeats Sableye. Nanu recalls his Pokémon, and is a little surprised by Lycanroc's new move. Amongst the congratulations, Ash notices that Lycanroc is panting heavily from exhaustion. {{DL|Guardian deities (anime)|Tapu Bulu}} flies overhead and delivers a much needed [[Sitrus Berry]]. Acerola asks if the item can be used and Nanu replies that he cannot argue with the {{an|Guardian deities|Island Guardian}}. Lycanroc chews the berry and is ready for the third and final round of the grand trial.


Nanu’s {{alo|Persian}} is sent out. Its {{m|Power Gem}} strikes Lycanroc down, but Persian takes a hit from Lycanroc’s Stone Edge. Nanu takes another swipe at Ash, noting that Lycanroc could perform better without its Trainer. Ash is angered by Nanu’s inflammatory comments, which Nanu uses to launch a {{m|Dark Pulse}}. The attacks hits its mark, and Rotom quickly realizes this is another distraction tactic. Lycanroc shakes off the attack, but after another two Dark Pulses it again enters its red eyed state. Nanu admits he is trying to make Lycanroc lose control and earn himself the victory. Ash calls for Lycanroc to calm down, while Nanu continues to call Ash a worthless {{pkmn|Trainer}}. Nanu sees another opportunity as Ash is again enraged, and Persian strikes Lycanroc with a {{m|Night Slash}}. Nanu argues that he is a {{type|Dark}} specialist and defends his so-called unfair tactics. As Persian is about to finish Lycanroc off, Ash call for his Pokémon to calm down. Lycanroc suddenly turns on Ash and knocks him to the ground.
Nanu's {{alo|Persian}} is sent out. Its {{m|Power Gem}} strikes Lycanroc down, but Persian takes a hit from Lycanroc's Stone Edge. Nanu takes another swipe at Ash, noting that Lycanroc could perform better without its {{pkmn|Trainer}}. While Ash is angered by Nanu's inflammatory comments, Persian lands a {{m|Dark Pulse}} on Lycanroc. The attacks hits its mark, and Rotom quickly realizes that this is another distraction tactic. Lycanroc shakes off the attack, but after another two Dark Pulses it again enters its red eyed state. Nanu admits he is trying to make Lycanroc lose control and earn himself the victory. Ash calls for Lycanroc to calm down, while Nanu continues to call Ash a worthless Trainer. Nanu sees another opportunity as Ash is again enraged, and Persian strikes Lycanroc with a {{m|Night Slash}}. Nanu argues that he is a {{type|Dark}} [[Type expert|specialist]] and defends his so-called unfair tactics. As Persian is about to finish Lycanroc off, Ash call for his Pokémon to calm down. Lycanroc suddenly turns on Ash and knocks him to the ground.


Ash gazes into Lycanroc’s red eyes and realizes that it is a sign that it grew in power, and was not blinded by rage. He apologizes for not noticing Lycanroc’s control over its power and for becoming distracted by Nanu’s comments. Lycanroc nudges Ash and accepts the apology, which allows the match to resume. Lycanroc dodges several Night Slashes and responds with a new move, Counter. Nanu is amused by the development and resorts to using his Z-Crystal. He activiates its power and has Persian perform {{m|Black Hole Eclipse}}. However, Ash replies with a Z-Move of his own and has Lycanroc unleash a {{m|Continental Crush}}. The large mound of rock is consumed by the black hole, and the two attacks cancel each other out. Lycanroc follows up with Accelrock, and Persian is defeated. Acerola officially calls the match, with Ash winning the Grand Trial.
Ash gazes into Lycanroc's red eyes and realizes that it is a sign that it grew in power, and was not blinded by rage. He apologizes for not noticing Lycanroc's control over its power and for becoming distracted by Nanu's comments. Lycanroc nudges Ash and accepts the apology, which allows the match to resume. Lycanroc dodges several Night Slashes and responds with a new move, Counter. Nanu is amused by the development and resorts to using his Z-Crystal. He activates its power and has Persian perform {{m|Black Hole Eclipse}}. However, Ash replies with a Z-Move of his own and has Lycanroc unleash a {{m|Continental Crush}}. The large mound of rock is consumed by the black hole, and the two attacks cancel each other out. Lycanroc follows up with Accelrock, and Persian is defeated. Acerola officially calls the match, with Ash winning the grand trial.


Nanu congratulates his opponent and pulls out a [[Darkinium Z]]. Though he quickly retracts his offering, and notes that Ash isn't the type of guy that would use it. Instead he gives Ash a different Z-Crystal, a [[Lycanium Z]]. Ash is amazed as Nanu explains that the Z-Crystal is exclusive to Lycanroc. A sudden ring of a cow bell causes the group to look up, and it is Tapu Bulu who drops another Sitrus Berry to Lycanroc.  
Nanu congratulates his opponent and pulls out a [[Darkinium Z]]. Though he quickly retracts his offering, and notes that Ash isn't the type of guy that would use it. Instead he gives Ash a different Z-Crystal, a [[Lycanium Z]]. Ash is amazed as Nanu explains that the Z-Crystal is exclusive to Lycanroc. A sudden ring of a cow bell causes the group to look up, and it is Tapu Bulu who drops another Sitrus Berry to Lycanroc.


Later, Ash and his Pokémon leave Ula'ula Island, with Acerola waving him off and wishing for his return someday soon. Ash waves goodbye to her, and invites her to visit the [[Pokémon School]] one day. Nanu watches on and admits Ash is an interesting guy. Acerola points out that he could have said goodbye to Ash, but Nanu shrugs off the idea. Acerola still feels that Nanu enjoyed the battle, though Nanu notes that he couldn’t afford to slack off and did his best. As they sail into the sunset, Ash readies his Pokémon and hopes to clear the next Grand Trial.
Later, Ash and his Pokémon leave Ula'ula Island, with Acerola waving him off and wishing for his return someday soon. Ash waves goodbye to her, and invites her to visit the [[Pokémon School]] one day. As the ship sails into the distance, Nanu watches on and admits Ash is an interesting guy. Acerola points out that he could have said goodbye to Ash, but Nanu shrugs off the idea. Acerola still feels that Nanu enjoyed the battle, though Nanu notes that he couldn't afford to slack off and did his best. As they sail into the sunset, Ash readies his Pokémon and hopes to clear the next Grand Trial.


==Major events==
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* {{p|Mimikyu}} ([[Acerola]]'s; {{Shiny}}; Mimikins)
* {{p|Mudsdale}} ([[Poké Ride|Ride Pokémon]])
* {{p|Mudsdale}} ([[Poké Ride|Ride Pokémon]])
* {{p|Tapu Bulu}} ({{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Tapu Bulu|anime}})
* {{p|Tapu Bulu}} ({{DL|Guardian deities (anime)|Tapu Bulu|anime}})


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
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* [[Aim to Be a Pokémon Master|Aim to Be a Pokémon Master -20th Anniversary-]] is used as an insert song when {{Ash}} and {{AP|Lycanroc}} perform {{m|Continental Crush}}.
* [[Aim to Be a Pokémon Master|Aim to Be a Pokémon Master -20th Anniversary-]] is used as an insert song when {{Ash}} and {{AP|Lycanroc}} perform {{m|Continental Crush}}.
* {{an|Sophocles}}, {{an|Mallow}}, Ash, {{an|Lana}}, {{an|Kiawe}}, {{an|Lillie}}, and a {{p|Blacephalon}} all narrate the preview for the [[SM078|next episode]].
* {{an|Sophocles}}, {{an|Mallow}}, Ash, {{an|Lana}}, {{an|Kiawe}}, {{an|Lillie}}, and a {{p|Blacephalon}} all narrate the preview for the [[SM078|next episode]].
* With only three, this episode features the smallest amount of [[human]] characters of any episode in the {{pkmn|anime}}, surpassing the previous record of four [[EP003|shared]] [[BW018|by]] [[BW024|a]] [[BW025|total]] [[BW028|of]] [[BW032|eight]] [[BW055|previous]] [[BW074|episodes]].
* As of this episode, all variations of {{m|Quick Attack}} have been used in the {{pkmn|anime}}.
** If flashbacks are not counted, ''[[BW032|Facing Fear with Eyes Wide Open!]]'' and ''[[BW074|Battling the Leaf Thieves!]]'' also feature only three human characters.
* The period from ''[[SM073|Why Not Give Me a Z-Ring Sometime?]]'' to this episode marks the longest time Ash has been without {{ashfr}} or classmates in the anime, being a span of five episodes.
* As of this episode, all variations of {{m|Quick Attack}} have been used in the anime.
* Ash, [[Acerola]], [[Nanu]], and {{Rotom}} read the [[Who's That Pokémon?]] segment in the dub.
* Ash, [[Nanu]], and [[Acerola]] read the [[Who's That Pokémon?]] segment in the dub.


===Errors===
===Errors===
* The dubbed closed captions mistakenly shows the answer to the Who's That Pokémon? segment as "''It's Sableye! (Alola Form)''".


===Dub edits===
===Dub edits===
* The kanji for "grand trial" used in the Japanese VS screen was changed to "VS".


==In other languages==
==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn={{tt|默丹的大考驗！鬃岩狼人覺醒！！|Nanu's Grand Trial! Lycanroc Awakens!!}}
|zh_cmn={{tt|默丹的大考驗！鬃岩狼人覺醒！！|Nanu's Grand Trial! Lycanroc Awakens!!}}
|cs={{tt|Jak dosáhnout procitnutí!|How to achieve awakening!}}
|da={{tt|Lycanroc tager kontrollen!|Lycanroc takes control!}}
|nl={{tt|De ogen worden geopend!|The eyes are being opened!}}
|fi={{tt|Ymmärrystä avartamassa!|Widening understanding!}}
|fr_eu={{tt|Les vertus de la colère !|The virtues of anger!}}
|de={{tt|Wachgerüttelt!|Awakened!}}
|it={{tt|Una presa di coscienza!|An awareness!}}
|ko={{tt|나누의 큰 시련! 루가루암의 각성!!|Nanu's Grand Trial! Lycanroc's Awakening!!}}
|ko={{tt|나누의 큰 시련! 루가루암의 각성!!|Nanu's Grand Trial! Lycanroc's Awakening!!}}
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|pl={{tt|Droga do przebudzenia!|The path to awakening!}}
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|es_la={{tt|¡Guiando el despertar!|Guiding the awakening!}}
|es_eu={{tt|¡Canalizando la furia!|Channeling the fury!}}
|he={{tt|!הדרך להתעוררות|The Path to Awakening!}}
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|th={{tt|การทดสอบใหญ่ของคุจินาชิ! ลูกาลูกันตื่นรู้!!|Kuchinashi's Grand Trial! Lugarugan Awakens!!}}
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SM077   EP1016
クチナシの大試練！ルガルガン覚醒！！
Kuchinashi's Grand Trial! Lugarugan Awakens!!
First broadcast
Japan May 31, 2018
United States November 3, 2018
English themes
Opening Under The Alolan Moon
Ending
Japanese themes
Opening 未来コネクション
Ending ジャリボーイ・ジャリガール
Credits
Animation Team Kato
Screenplay 米村正二 Shōji Yonemura
Storyboard 樋口香里 Kaori Higuchi
Assistant director 毛利和昭 Kazuaki Mōri
Animation director 大西雅也 Masaya Ōnishi
No additional credits are available at this time.

Guiding an Awakening! (Japanese: クチナシの大試練！ルガルガン覚醒！！ Kuchinashi's Grand Trial! Lugarugan Awakens!!) is the 77th episode of the Sun & Moon series, and the 1,016th episode of the Pokémon anime. It first aired in Japan on May 31, 2018, in New Zealand on September 28, 2018, in Canada on October 20, 2018, in Australia and the United Kingdom on October 30, 2018, and in the United States on November 3, 2018.

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Blurb

Ash’s grand trial on Ula’ula Island is in full swing, and the kahuna has lots of twists and turns in store for the battle!

Following Ash’s victory at the Abandoned Thrifty Megamart, Ula’ula Island Kahuna Nanu agrees to battle him in a grand trial! But there’s a catch—Ash must defeat three of Nanu’s Pokémon using only one of his.

He chooses Lycanroc, whose training has paid off, as it quickly defeats Nanu’s Krookodile. Next up is Sableye, and Lycanroc lands another win. But when Nanu sends out his Alolan Persian and begins taunting Ash, Lycanroc’s temper begins to flare—leading Ash to realize that Lycanroc is channeling that anger into power! Determined, Lycanroc learns the move Counter and defeats Persian. Ash wins a Lycanium Z and his third grand trial!

Plot

Accompanied by Nanu, Acerola enters the empty Ruins of Abundance and leaves an offering of Berries. Later, Ash, with the Rockium Z equipped to his Z-Ring, challenges Nanu to a grand trial battle. At the battlefield, Acerola wishes Ash luck as she takes her position as referee. It is then revealed that in order for Ash to clear the Ula'ula Island grand trial, he must defeat three of Nanu's Pokémon with only one of his. Ash turns his attention to Lycanroc, who accepts the battle conditions. Despite Nanu's scrutiny of his challenger, Ash claims that Lycanroc wants revenge and is motivated.

Ash facing Nanu

Nanu calls out his Krookodile, but Lycanroc remains unfazed by its opponent's Intimidate Ability. Acerola calls for the match to begin. Nanu starts off with a Mud-Slap, which Lycanroc avoids only to fall into a Sand Tomb. Krookodile launches another Mud-Slap, and Lycanroc's eyes turn red after its fur is dirtied. Much to Ash's relief, his Pokémon simply jumps out of the Sand Tomb and its eyes return to normal. Lycanroc shakes off the mud as Ash boasts that they will win today. Nanu dares him to prove his words in battle. Ash goes to call for an Accelerock, but remembers Krookodile used Counter to defeat Lycanroc last time. He opts for a Rock Throw instead, which Krookodile destroys with its tail. Ash repeats the move, but Krookodile uses the same tactic to defend itself. Nanu realizes that Ash is attempting to avoid close-range combat and has Krookodile approach with Crunch. Lycanroc dodges and launches another Rock Throw, however the attack is again swatted away by Krookodile's tail. Nanu claims the battle is getting boring and calls Ash gutless for his fear of Krookodile's Counter. He reminds Ash that a Pokemon battle is meant to be an exchange of power. Lycanroc also shares these sentiments, so Ash calls for an Accelerock. Krookodile goes to use Counter, but is struck by Lycanroc's blinding speed before it has the chance, much to Nanu's surprise. Krookodile is overwhelmed by Lycanroc’s follow-up Rock Throw and is defeated. Ash thanks Nanu for his sharp words, which motivated him to want to fight. Nanu states that lying can be a good strategy and that he planned to lure Ash into a Counter situation. Ash is left disturbed by Nanu's admission as Acerola calls for her uncle's next Pokémon.

Nanu sends out his Sableye and starts the match off with a Shadow Ball. Lycanroc's Rock Throw cancels out the attack. Sableye follows up with a Shadow Sneak which inflicts some damage on Lycanroc. Ash calls for a Bite, however it collides with Sableye's Shadow Claw. Before Lycanroc can attack, Sableye freezes it in place with Mean Look. Ash calls for an attack, but Lycanroc is unable to move. Its Bite is just out of reach while Sableye dishes out several Shadow Claws. After a Shadow Sneak hits, Lycanroc returns to its red-eyed form and goes onto evade another onslaught of Shadow Claws. Nanu takes a moment to inform Ash that Lycanroc seems much stronger when angry, but Ash fears his Pokémon will not listen to his instructions. The aside causes Ash to think, so he has Lycanroc unleash a Stone Edge which defeats Sableye. Nanu recalls his Pokémon, and is a little surprised by Lycanroc's new move. Amongst the congratulations, Ash notices that Lycanroc is panting heavily from exhaustion. Tapu Bulu flies overhead and delivers a much needed Sitrus Berry. Acerola asks if the item can be used and Nanu replies that he cannot argue with the Island Guardian. Lycanroc chews the berry and is ready for the third and final round of the grand trial.

Nanu's Alolan Persian is sent out. Its Power Gem strikes Lycanroc down, but Persian takes a hit from Lycanroc's Stone Edge. Nanu takes another swipe at Ash, noting that Lycanroc could perform better without its Trainer. While Ash is angered by Nanu's inflammatory comments, Persian lands a Dark Pulse on Lycanroc. The attacks hits its mark, and Rotom quickly realizes that this is another distraction tactic. Lycanroc shakes off the attack, but after another two Dark Pulses it again enters its red eyed state. Nanu admits he is trying to make Lycanroc lose control and earn himself the victory. Ash calls for Lycanroc to calm down, while Nanu continues to call Ash a worthless Trainer. Nanu sees another opportunity as Ash is again enraged, and Persian strikes Lycanroc with a Night Slash. Nanu argues that he is a Dark-type specialist and defends his so-called unfair tactics. As Persian is about to finish Lycanroc off, Ash call for his Pokémon to calm down. Lycanroc suddenly turns on Ash and knocks him to the ground.

Ash gazes into Lycanroc's red eyes and realizes that it is a sign that it grew in power, and was not blinded by rage. He apologizes for not noticing Lycanroc's control over its power and for becoming distracted by Nanu's comments. Lycanroc nudges Ash and accepts the apology, which allows the match to resume. Lycanroc dodges several Night Slashes and responds with a new move, Counter. Nanu is amused by the development and resorts to using his Z-Crystal. He activates its power and has Persian perform Black Hole Eclipse. However, Ash replies with a Z-Move of his own and has Lycanroc unleash a Continental Crush. The large mound of rock is consumed by the black hole, and the two attacks cancel each other out. Lycanroc follows up with Accelrock, and Persian is defeated. Acerola officially calls the match, with Ash winning the grand trial.

Nanu congratulates his opponent and pulls out a Darkinium Z. Though he quickly retracts his offering, and notes that Ash isn't the type of guy that would use it. Instead he gives Ash a different Z-Crystal, a Lycanium Z. Ash is amazed as Nanu explains that the Z-Crystal is exclusive to Lycanroc. A sudden ring of a cow bell causes the group to look up, and it is Tapu Bulu who drops another Sitrus Berry to Lycanroc.

Later, Ash and his Pokémon leave Ula'ula Island, with Acerola waving him off and wishing for his return someday soon. Ash waves goodbye to her, and invites her to visit the Pokémon School one day. As the ship sails into the distance, Nanu watches on and admits Ash is an interesting guy. Acerola points out that he could have said goodbye to Ash, but Nanu shrugs off the idea. Acerola still feels that Nanu enjoyed the battle, though Nanu notes that he couldn't afford to slack off and did his best. As they sail into the sunset, Ash readies his Pokémon and hopes to clear the next Grand Trial.

Major events

Ash holding the Lycanium Z
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Debuts

Pokémon debuts

Characters

Humans

Dare da?

Pokémon

Who's That Pokémon?

Who's That Pokémon?: Sableye (US and international), Persian (Alola Form) (Japan)

Trivia

Errors

  • The dubbed closed captions mistakenly shows the answer to the Who's That Pokémon? segment as "It's Sableye! (Alola Form)".

Dub edits

  • The kanji for "grand trial" used in the Japanese VS screen was changed to "VS".

In other languages



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