The mysterious creatures of this planet,
Pocket Monsters...
"Pokémon" for short!
Now, the story of Satoshi and Hikari,
and Pokémon, their meetings, adventures,
and battles are about to begin!
Let's cross over the tall Mt. Tengan
with Indomitable Heart and Last Resort
Who should I get? Where will I meet them?
It's as exciting as a secret base!
We'll advance
to a new town
as it glitters
Yay yay yay yay!!
I’m not soft, I'll battle you any time!
Spicy? Bitter? Dry? Sour?
Live! So, feel!
Together!
Yay yay yay yay!!
Get blown away by Aqua Jet,
Fog Clear the sad feelings,
Look! When we climb over it with Rock Climb
GOOD GOOD SMILE!!
Everyone, GOOD GOOD SMILE!!
Pokémon Contest! Zui Tournament!!
Alright, let's go!
Naetle, Energy Ball!
Naetle!
Are you okay, Naetle?
We should just work on keeping the Energy Ball in form for now.
There's nothing wrong with taking it slow, Naetle.
But Naetle has already gotten the hang of concentrating hard.
It won't be long.
Thank you.
Kengo, you probably want to get back to your training since tomorrow's the Contest, right?
Hikari's working hard too.
Tomorrow is the Zui Town Contest and after being beaten in her last competition...
...Hikari and Eteboth are looking for nothing less than victory.
Eteboth, Swift!
So pretty!
Here, you earned this.
You guys too.
It's my way of saying thank you.
That rainbow Swift was great.
You really gave it your all, Eteboth.
We didn't do very well at the Yosuga Contest...
...because we got too involved in double performances.
But this time, I'm just using Eteboth,
and we're going to work on showing off just one move as much as we can.
Good strategy, and I think Eteboth agrees.
Thank you, Takeshi.
Okay, let's try it once more.
Aiming to be Top Coordinator!
With my foolproof strategy.
What's that?
Don't be modest!
I can't wait to hear the amazing strategy you promised to come up with for me!
Oh no!
We forgot about that.
What? I can't hear you...
With our patented plan, you can't lose!
Don't worry, that Ribbon is as good as yours!
Don't be silly. A plan is a plan, and a stage is a stage.
Just think Dokucale, we're going to get that Ribbon!
Lying to her seems like a bad idea.
If she doesn't win first place, we're in trouble.
Fans have lined up in droves...
...stretching as far as the eye can see, in numbers too massive to count!
And they're all here to witness this amazing Pokémon Contest!
We're coming to you live from Zui Town!
It's starting.
Everyone, let's cheer for Eteboth's debut.
The winner of today's Contest wins this... the Zui Ribbon!
Our contestants are competing to win one of five total ribbons, earning a spot in the Grand Festival!
This win is mine, Pikari.
No, I'm winning that Ribbon.
How ignorant. This win is mine alone.
And now a word from our judges!
Good afternoon, everyone!
I hope you're all looking forward to a marvelous competition!
I like it Zui Town.
There's so many wonderful Pokémon here. I can't wait to see them!
And without further delay,
it's time for our first round.
The performance stage!
Entry number one, welcome!
Kengo's up first!
Go, Kinogassa!
Kinogassa, Stun Spore!
It leads of with Stun Spore!
Sending off a fine mist while Kinogassa vibrates at a rapid speed!
Amazing. He's using the shine from Stun Spore to show off Kinogassa's fur.
Energy Ball!
Mach Punch!
What a powerful Mach Punch!
We're seeing the beauty of a Grass type move mixed with the power of a Fighting type!
You did it, Kinogassa!
Using Stun Spore in tandem with Mach Punch to show of Kinogassa's beauty and power...!
What a brilliant strategy!
Yeah, I liked it.
It's easy to see from that fluid performance how well Kinogassa's been trained.
Amazing.
Kengo has really improved.
I can't give up. I've worked too hard.
What's wrong? Are you worried about Hikari?
Pochama can tell how much better Kengo has gotten.
No need to worry. Believe in Hikari.
Okay, moving right along!
Our next entry is Candy Musalina-san!
I know it's a thrill to see me, Candy Musalina!
Dokucale, rocket start!
Dokucale spreads it's wings to show off it's sparkling scales!
Pretty!
Dokucale, you can do it!
Pay close attention.
You might learn something. Use Whirlwind!
Look, no strings!
Look at that!
Everyone, look how pretty we are!
That got old really quick!
Too avant-garde for the masses.
What's she doing?
It's always the same thing with her.
Amazing.
She's one of a kind.
It's time for the big finish, Dokucale!
Psybeam!
Psybeam has collided with the scales and exploded!
But where's Musalina-san?
Right here!
A phenomenal illusion!
The combination of that explosion and scream...
...had us fearing the worst, but Musalina-san and Dokucale are just fine!
They got the most applause so far.
Thank you, thank you!
I'm drawn to your adoration!
That's the kind of performance you can only get if Coordinator and Pokémon are in perfect harmony.
An excellent performance!
Yeah, I really liked it.
Dokucale's sparkling scales were a wonder to behold!
They loved her!
We're saved!
Our next entry, welcome!
Hikari, you'll be great!
Eteboth, charm up!
Double Hit!
Swift!
Amazing!
That Swift is even stronger than when they were practicing!
Hikari and Eteboth have lit the stage with their Swift move!
Eteboth, more!
Way to go!
I've never seen such a brilliant Swift!
The stars just keep pouring off in a nonstop passionate display!
What? She's even gaudier than me.
You've got to love that rainbow Swift!
But isn't it a bit much?
No need to worry. You have to get their attention, right?
Eteboth, finish it up!
You did it! You were great, Eteboth!
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That was an amazing Swift.
Surprised, aren't you?
Hikari, you were great.
Everyone!
Pochama, did you watch us?
Wasn't Eteboth amazing?
Alright, we have a decision!
Here are the Coordinators who made it past the first stage!
There's absolutely no need to worry.
We need to get ready for the second round, Eteboth.
Here are the results!
The eight Coordinators moving on to the second stage!
Here they are!
Tell me something I don't know.
Alright, we live another day!
I'm so happy!
Why?
No way.
Hikari...
These eight Coordinators will battle it out...
...in our second round, as they compete for the Zui Ribbon!
Hikari.
Let's see how our battle cards stack up!
The match-ups are determined by a random shuffle from our computer!
Kengo, congratulations on making it to the second round.
Come on, don't look so sad.
Hikari.
We're sorry you lost.
You know, there's no need to worry.
I just had a bad day out there, that's all.
Come on Kengo, you have to get ready.
Do your best!
I get it.
Root for me.
Thanks for coming.
Musalina-san.
Don't let the door hit you on the way out.
I'm staying until the end.
Pottaishi, use Drill Peck!
Dokucale, Psybeam!
You can do it, Kengo and Pottaishi!
There's less than one minute on the clock, mere seconds before we find out...
...which of these two will take home the Zui Ribbon!
Dokucale, Whirlwind!
Pottaishi, Bubble Beam!
Poison Sting!
This feels good!
A great performance by Dokucale!
Using water spray from the Bubble Beam to show off it's beautiful wings was inspired strategy!
Shoot, I'm losing all my points!
The time!
Time's up!
And the Zui Ribbon goes to...
Candy Musalina-san!
We won!
She actually did it!
I don't believe it!
It's time to present the Zui Town Ribbon to today's winner, Musalina-san!
That was a marvelous win. Is this your first Ribbon?
You can say the most embarrassing things!
Musalina-san, your performance today was much more relaxed and focused than I'd ever seen you.
Yeah, I liked it.
We're looking forward to seeing you again.
I know, she must have been so confident about winning this time,
that not even her brain could catch up.
Especially with a brain that slow.
I got the Zui Ribbon!
This feels good!
That wraps up another exciting Zui Town Pokémon Contest!
Thank you all for coming by...
...for all the fun and excitement, and we'll be keeping sharp eye out for you at our next Contest!
You're going already?
I need to get ready for the next Contest.
You're going to be there too, right Pikari?
I don't think so. Not the next one.
I guess...
Let's get one thing straight, I won't let you quit Contests, Pikari!
Not until I've had the chance to beat you!
I get it! No need to worry!
Bye.
Alright, take care.
Keep practicing Energy Ball.
Right, we'll finish our battle next time!
Yeah.
Mama, I lost again.
But why?
I don't know...
What am I going to do?
Hikari's still not up.
I saw the whole thing on TV.
Nozomi!
Get up!
Let's battle.
You partner with Eteboth, and I want you to battle based on what you did yesterday.
Let's go, Hikari!
Eteboth, Swift!
What's Nozomi up to?
Pay attention, Hikari!
It's a pretty move, however...
Where's Eteboth?
In the middle of all that flash, Eteboth disappeared.
Remember, you're Pokémon are the main focus.
You've spent so much time polishing your moves, you've forgotten how to show your Pokémon off.
Nyarmar, Iron Tail!
Shock Wave!
Eteboth!
Hikari.
Do you know why I passed on Zui Town after the Yosuga Contest?
Everybody gets upset when they lose.
When you're not thinking clearly, it's easy to forget what's important.
That's why I always take time off after a loss to recharge, and get ready for the next challenge.
I don't worry about Ribbons.
Recharge, huh?
I'm sure we'll meet in the finals some day.
Thank you.
That's the spirit, Hikari.
Yeah.
Thank you Nozomi, that was great advice.
Where are you headed next?
To the Tobari gym.
Make sure you win.
A victory might be the best present you can give Hikari.
Yeah, you're right.
Turning defeat into a chance to grow stronger is what it's all about.
So, while Hikari's journey heads in that direction..
...Satoshi will be facing his own challenge at the Tobari City gym.
Glittering pink, my Pokétch;
When I’m lost, I’ll use coin toss
I’m always looking straight ahead,
I can become strong by being at your side
It's not so much
Do your best!
As it is “You’re fine!” that I want to convey
If you have the bravery to believe then GO GO GO!!
When I'm with you, Yeah!!
Step together!!
Make a big jump!!
We can jump over
any mountain or valley, it's not scary!
Everybody, Yeah!!
Step together!!
Jump towards tomorrow!!
Feel the instant right now
Let's start running, riding the wind,
becoming stronger!!