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|en_title = Strong Strategy Steals the Show!
|prevnum = BW107
 
 
|ja_title = ダゲキ登場!サトシ対ケニヤン!!
|nextnum = BW109
 
|name = Sawk Appears! Ash VS Stephan!!
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|image = BW108.png
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|num = 767
|jname = ダゲキ登場!サトシ対ケニヤン!!
 
|image = BW108.png
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|ja_air = {{MDY|12|13|2012}}
|jnum = 765
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|us_air = {{MDY|3|30|2013}}
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|series = Pokémon the Series: Black & White
|jair = Dec-13-2012
 
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|subtitle = Pocket Monsters: Best Wishes! Season 2
|uair = May-12-2013
 
|season = Pokémon: BW Adventures in Unova!
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|season = Pokémon: BW Adventures in Unova and Beyond
|songs = Adventures in Unova! (Song)
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|ja_opening = Be an Arrow!
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|ja_ending = Look Look☆Here
|songs2 = Adventures in Unova!
 
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|en_opening = It's Always You and Me
|b1 = Triobadge.png
 
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|badge = Triobadge.png, Basicbadge.png, Insectbadge.png, Boltbadge.png, Quakebadge.png, Jetbadge.png, Freezebadge.png, Toxicbadge.png
|b2 = Basicbadge.png
 
 
|machars = [[Ash Ketchum|Ash]], [[Iris (anime)|Iris]], [[Cilan (anime)|Cilan]]
|b3 = Insectbadge.png
 
 
|rchars = [[Bianca (anime)|Bianca]], [[Stephan]]
|b4 = Boltbadge.png
 
 
|michars = [[Virgil]], [[Cameron]], [[Freddy O'Martian]], Referee, Trainers, [[Russet]], [[Kenton]], [[Manning]], [[Ramone]], [[Antonio]], [[Dino]], [[Flora]], [[Katharine]]
|b5 = Quakebadge.png
 
 
|pchars = [[Ash's Pikachu]], [[Iris' Haxorus (anime)|Iris' Axew]], [[Ash's Leavanny]], [[Ash's Palpitoad]], [[Ash's Krookodile]], [[Stephan's Zebstrika]], [[Stephan's Sawk]], [[Virgil's Espeon]], [[Virgil's Umbreon]], [[Stephan's Liepard]], [[Cameron's Lucario|Cameron's Riolu]], [[Flora's Gothitelle]], [[Cameron's Hydreigon]], [[Virgil's Eevee]], [[Manning's Jellicent]], [[Kenton's Gigalith]], [[Russet's Eelektross]], [[Pidove]], [[Lillipup]]
|b6 = Jetbadge.png
 
 
;Pokémon belonging to various Trainers
|b7 = Freezebadge.png
 
 
[[Deerling]], [[Watchog]], [[Patrat]], [[Foongus]] (x2)
|b8 = Toxicbadge.png
 
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|local = [[Vertress City]]
|major = Cameron and Virgil advance to the Quarter-finals, Ash's Palpitoad is revealed to have learned Sludge Wave, Ash's Leavanny is revealed to have learned X-Scissor, Ash's Krookodile is revealed to have learned Aerial Ace, Ash's Leavanny is revealed to have Swarm as an ability, Ash beats Stephan and advances to the quarter-finals, Ash and Cameron begin their battle, Cameron is revealed to own a Hydreigon.
 
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|major = Ash's Palpitoad, Leavanny and Krookodile are revealed to have learned Sludge Wave, X-Scissor, and Aerial Ace, respectively.<br />Ash's Leavanny's ability is revealed to be Swarm.<br />Stephan is revealed to have a Liepard.<br />Cameron is revealed to have a Hydreigon.<br />Ash, Cameron and Virgil advance to next round.
|machars = [[Ash]], [[Iris (anime)|Iris]], [[Cilan (anime)|Cilan]]
 
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|ja_title_card =
|rchars = [[Bianca]], [[Stephan]]
 
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|en_title_card =
|michars = [[Virgil]], [[Cameron]], [[Freddy O'Martain]], Referee, Trainers, Imotaro, [[Kenton]], [[Manning]], [[Ramone]], [[Antonio]], [[Dino]], [[Flora]], [[Katharine]]
 
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|animation = 片山みゆき (Miyuki Katayama)
|pchars = [[Ash's Pikachu]], [[Iris' Axew]], [[Ash's Leavanny]], [[Ash's Palpitoad]], [[Ash's Krookodile]], [[Stephan's Zebstrika]], [[Stephan's Sawk]], [[Virgil's Espeon]], [[Virgil's Umbreon]],[[Stephan's Liepard]], [[Cameron's Lucario|Cameron's Riolu]], [[Flora's Gothitelle]], [[Cameron's Hydreigon]], [[Virgil's Eevee]], [[Virgil's Umbreon]], [[Manning's Jellicent]], [[Kenton's Gigalith]], [[Eelektross|Imotaro's Eelektross]], [[Pidove]], [[Lillipup]]<br>
 
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|director = 金崎貴臣 (Takaomi Kanezaki)
Pokémon belonging to various trainers:<br>
 
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|screenplay = 米村正二 (Shōji Yonemura)
[[Deerling]], [[Watchog]], [[Patrat]], [[Foongus]] (x2)}}
 
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|storyboard = 吉村文宏 (Fumihiro Yoshimura)
==Episode Plot==
 
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The battle between Stephan and Ash goes underway and both trainers refuse to lose. Who will be triumphant and move on to the Quarter-Finals?
 
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{{Nihongo|Strong Strategy Steals the Show!|ダゲキ登場!サトシ対ケニヤン!!|Sawk Enters! Ash Against Stephan!}} is the 9th episode of ''[[Pokémon: BW Adventures in Unova and Beyond]]''.
   
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==Synopsis==
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<section begin="Synopsis"/>''Ash and Stephan’s third-round match at the Unova League is just getting under way, and it’s Ash’s Krookodile versus Stephan’s Liepard! There’s no doubt both sides are in it to win it, and they appear evenly matched as they offer move after powerful move. But Krookodile ekes out the win, so Stephan brings out his amazingly fast Zebstrika. Krookodile has taken quite a bit of damage, so Ash switches it out for Palpitoad—a Water- and Ground-type Pokémon to combat Zebstrika’s best moves, Flame Charge and Thunderbolt. With some clever strategies in place on both sides, this bout ends in a draw!''<section end="Synopsis"/>
   
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''Next up is Stephan’s talented Sawk, up against an unexpected Pokémon pick: Ash’s Leavanny! Where Sawk is muscular and determined, Leavanny is graceful and quick, dodging many of Sawk’s moves with style! However, Leavanny’s energy level can’t keep up with Sawk’s tenacity, and Sawk wins.''
* [[Ash's Palpitoad]] makes a comeback in this episode after every episodes of 67 absences since "[[BW041: Reunion Battles In Nimbasa!]]","[[BW044: The Club Battle Finale: A Heroes Outcome!]]","[[BW052: Dazzling the Nimbasa Gym!]]",and "[[BW086: Rocking the Virbank Gym! (Part 2)]]".
 
   
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''Finally, Ash brings Krookodile out again as his last Pokémon. It’s obviously tired from its first battle, and Iris and Cilan are concerned about the type disadvantage. But Ash has a surprise up his sleeve: he’s taught Krookodile to use Aerial Ace! This unexpected Flying-type move turns the tables on Stephan and Sawk, and Ash wins the match!''
   
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''The quarterfinals begin the next morning, and Ash is up against Cameron in a full six-on-six battle. On top of that, Ash finally comes face to face with Cameron’s “secret weapon”—an intimidating Hydreigon! How will Ash respond? Find out next time!''<ref>{{Cite|url = https://www.pokemon.com/us/animation/seasons/16/episode-9-strong-strategy-steals-the-show/|entry = Strong Strategy Steals the Show! {{!}} Pokémon TV (pokemon.com)|title = The Official Pokémon Website {{!}} Pokemon.com|access-date = {{MDY|2|5|2024}}}}</ref>
   
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==Episode plot==
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Ash sends out Krookodile against Stephan's Liepard. Liepard starts with Shadow Claw, which is countered by Krookodile's Dragon Claw. Liepard continues with Shadow Ball, but is countered by Krookodile's Stone Edge. Liepard uses Hyper Beam, though Krookodile dodges with Dig, causing Hyper Beam to miss. Liepard uses Double Team, then Shadow Claw, overpowering Krookodile and hitting it, following up with Shadow Ball. Krookodile retaliates with Stone Edge, attacking Liepard, who uses Double Team. Krookodile uses Dig, but Liepard uses Hyper Beam at the hole it made, hitting Krookodile. Krookodile uses Dragon Claw and Liepard uses Shadow Claw, hitting one another. They repeat the attacks, which causes Liepard to faint.
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Stephan recalls Liepard and sends in Zebstrika, while Ash recalls Krookodile and sends out Palpitoad in its place. [[Cilan (anime)|Cilan]] is pleased, as Zebstrika has the disadvantage here with its moves against Palpitoad. Zebstrika uses Double-Edge, dodging Palpitoad's Mud Shot and hitting him. Zebstrika then uses Stomp on Palpitoad, who uses Sludge Wave, poisoning Zebstrika. Stephan has Zebstrika use Facade, hitting Palpitoad. Cilan is surprised that Stephan knew Palpitoad would use Sludge Wave, since Facade doubles in power if the user has a status affliction. [[Iris (anime)|Iris]] thinks Stephan just planned ahead wisely. Zebstrika repeats Facade, but Palpitoad counters with Supersonic. Zebstrika becomes confused and begins bashing its head against the wall. As Stephan tries to calm it down, Palpitoad uses Hydro Pump, damaging Zebstrika and also snapping it out of its confusion.
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Zebstrika uses Giga Impact, which hits Palpitoad, sending him flying. Palpitoad uses Mud Shot, defeating Zebstrika before being launched into the wall and being defeated as well. Stephan sends out Sawk, while Ash sends out Leavanny. Iris and Cilan feel Ash has a strategy to send Leavanny against Stephan's ace. Sawk starts with Bulk Up, while Leavanny uses String Shot. Despite being wrapped in silk, Sawk breaks out. Sawk uses Close Combat, which Leavanny dodges. Leavanny uses X-Scissor, hitting Sawk back. Sawk tightens his belt and uses Karate Chop, but misses. Leavanny jumps away from Low Sweep and retaliates with Razor Leaf, then uses Energy Ball. Sawk is hurt, but stands up and blocks Leavanny's X-Scissor.
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Leavanny is hit by Low Sweep, then with Close Combat. Leavanny kneels, but starts glowing with a green aura. Cilan explains that Leavanny's Swarm ability has been activated, boosting its Bug-type moves. Leavanny uses X-Scissor, but misses Sawk, who uses Bulk Up. Leavanny uses String Shot, binding Sawk's arms, who cannot break out. Leavanny uses X-Scissor and hits Sawk, who tries to get Leavanny to cut the threads. Sawk manages to break out, but he is too exhausted. Sawk uses Karate Chop, ignoring Leavanny's Razor Leaf and hitting him. Leavanny is defeated, so Ash calls him back and brings Krookodile out. Cilan knows well that Krookodile is at a disadvantage here, not only because it had taken a beating during the battle with Liepard, but also because Dark-type moves aren't effective against Sawk, who is a Fighting-type.
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Stephan is certain this match is theirs, having Sawk use Close Combat. Ash does not believe that, whose Krookodile counters the attacks with Dragon Claw. Sawk uses Karate Chop, but misses, as Krookodile uses Aerial Ace, evading the attack and defeating Sawk. Ash cheers for Krookodile, for they won the match, while Stephan calls Sawk back. Stephan commends Ash for keeping Krookodile until the end. He admits it was a great battle, despite losing the match and shakes hands with Ash. Later, Virgil's Umbreon uses Shadow Ball on a Gothitelle, while Riolu's Circle Throw defeats a Gigalith, allowing both Trainers to enter the next round. The screen displays Ash's next opponent is Cameron.
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Freddy announces that the next quarter-final battles will be six-on-six, then wishes the challengers some rest. Later, Cilan prepares a feast for Ash, containing his favorite meal: croquette, with many trimmings. Ash and Stephan have an eating contest, unamusing Bianca and Iris, who believe such food has to be eaten slowly. Stephan decides to cheer for Ash from tomorrow's battle on and asks of him to win the whole League, which Ash agrees to. Later, Cilan reminds Iris that Cameron was speaking about "the secret weapon". He tells Iris that Ash went for a walk since he was too excited to sleep, making Iris think Ash is a little kid. Ash goes to the stadium and notices Cameron's tent. He greets Cameron, who replies he camps out here so he wouldn't be late for their match. They wish each other luck for tomorrow's battle. Cameron reminds him he still has "the secret weapon", but Ash replies he is ready for any challenge.
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Next day, Ash faces Cameron, who sends his "secret weapon", a Hydreigon.
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==Debuts==
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===Pokémon===
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[[Cameron's Hydreigon]]
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===Move===
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[[Sludge Wave]]
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==Gallery==
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{{Gallery Box|
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BW108 1.png {{!}} Krookodile and Liepard clash
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BW108 2.png {{!}} Krookodile uses Dig to avoid Hyper Beam
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BW108 3.png {{!}} Liepard uses Shadow Claw on Krookodile
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BW108 4.png {{!}} Krookodile uses Dragon Claw against Liepard's Shadow Claw
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BW108 5.png {{!}} Stephan calls Liepard back
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BW108 6.png {{!}} Zebstrika hits Palpitoad
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BW108 7.png {{!}} Palpitoad uses Sludge Wave
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BW108 8.png {{!}} Zebstrika bashes into the wall, confused
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BW108 9.png {{!}} Zebstrika uses Giga Impact
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BW108 10.png {{!}} Sawk tries to strike Leavanny using Karate Chop
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BW108 11.png {{!}} Sawk blocks Leavanny's X-Scissor
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BW108 12.png {{!}} Sawk is tied up
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BW108 13.png {{!}} Krookodile prevents Sawk from striking it
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BW108 14.png {{!}} Krookodile defeats Sawk with Aerial Ace
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BW108 15.png {{!}} Sawk has been defeated
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BW108 16.png {{!}} Ash shakes hands with Stephan
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BW108 17.png {{!}} Cilan prepares a feast for Ash
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BW108 18.png {{!}} Ash and Cameron wish each other luck in tomorrow's battle
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BW108 19.png {{!}} Riolu and Pikachu are determined to battle each other
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==References==
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{{Reflist}}
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{{Pocket Monsters: Best Wishes! Season 2 episodes}}
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{{Pokémon: BW Adventures in Unova and Beyond episodes}}
 
[[Category:Episodes focusing on Ash]]
 
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[[Category:Episodes featuring a Pokémon League]]
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[[Category:Episodes focusing on Stephan]]

Latest revision as of 19:35, 18 February 2024

Strong Strategy Steals the Show! (Japanese: ダゲキ登場!サトシ対ケニヤン!!, HepburnSawk Enters! Ash Against Stephan!) is the 9th episode of Pokémon: BW Adventures in Unova and Beyond.

Synopsis

Ash and Stephan’s third-round match at the Unova League is just getting under way, and it’s Ash’s Krookodile versus Stephan’s Liepard! There’s no doubt both sides are in it to win it, and they appear evenly matched as they offer move after powerful move. But Krookodile ekes out the win, so Stephan brings out his amazingly fast Zebstrika. Krookodile has taken quite a bit of damage, so Ash switches it out for Palpitoad—a Water- and Ground-type Pokémon to combat Zebstrika’s best moves, Flame Charge and Thunderbolt. With some clever strategies in place on both sides, this bout ends in a draw!

Next up is Stephan’s talented Sawk, up against an unexpected Pokémon pick: Ash’s Leavanny! Where Sawk is muscular and determined, Leavanny is graceful and quick, dodging many of Sawk’s moves with style! However, Leavanny’s energy level can’t keep up with Sawk’s tenacity, and Sawk wins.

Finally, Ash brings Krookodile out again as his last Pokémon. It’s obviously tired from its first battle, and Iris and Cilan are concerned about the type disadvantage. But Ash has a surprise up his sleeve: he’s taught Krookodile to use Aerial Ace! This unexpected Flying-type move turns the tables on Stephan and Sawk, and Ash wins the match!

The quarterfinals begin the next morning, and Ash is up against Cameron in a full six-on-six battle. On top of that, Ash finally comes face to face with Cameron’s “secret weapon”—an intimidating Hydreigon! How will Ash respond? Find out next time![1]

Episode plot

Ash sends out Krookodile against Stephan's Liepard. Liepard starts with Shadow Claw, which is countered by Krookodile's Dragon Claw. Liepard continues with Shadow Ball, but is countered by Krookodile's Stone Edge. Liepard uses Hyper Beam, though Krookodile dodges with Dig, causing Hyper Beam to miss. Liepard uses Double Team, then Shadow Claw, overpowering Krookodile and hitting it, following up with Shadow Ball. Krookodile retaliates with Stone Edge, attacking Liepard, who uses Double Team. Krookodile uses Dig, but Liepard uses Hyper Beam at the hole it made, hitting Krookodile. Krookodile uses Dragon Claw and Liepard uses Shadow Claw, hitting one another. They repeat the attacks, which causes Liepard to faint.

Stephan recalls Liepard and sends in Zebstrika, while Ash recalls Krookodile and sends out Palpitoad in its place. Cilan is pleased, as Zebstrika has the disadvantage here with its moves against Palpitoad. Zebstrika uses Double-Edge, dodging Palpitoad's Mud Shot and hitting him. Zebstrika then uses Stomp on Palpitoad, who uses Sludge Wave, poisoning Zebstrika. Stephan has Zebstrika use Facade, hitting Palpitoad. Cilan is surprised that Stephan knew Palpitoad would use Sludge Wave, since Facade doubles in power if the user has a status affliction. Iris thinks Stephan just planned ahead wisely. Zebstrika repeats Facade, but Palpitoad counters with Supersonic. Zebstrika becomes confused and begins bashing its head against the wall. As Stephan tries to calm it down, Palpitoad uses Hydro Pump, damaging Zebstrika and also snapping it out of its confusion.

Zebstrika uses Giga Impact, which hits Palpitoad, sending him flying. Palpitoad uses Mud Shot, defeating Zebstrika before being launched into the wall and being defeated as well. Stephan sends out Sawk, while Ash sends out Leavanny. Iris and Cilan feel Ash has a strategy to send Leavanny against Stephan's ace. Sawk starts with Bulk Up, while Leavanny uses String Shot. Despite being wrapped in silk, Sawk breaks out. Sawk uses Close Combat, which Leavanny dodges. Leavanny uses X-Scissor, hitting Sawk back. Sawk tightens his belt and uses Karate Chop, but misses. Leavanny jumps away from Low Sweep and retaliates with Razor Leaf, then uses Energy Ball. Sawk is hurt, but stands up and blocks Leavanny's X-Scissor.

Leavanny is hit by Low Sweep, then with Close Combat. Leavanny kneels, but starts glowing with a green aura. Cilan explains that Leavanny's Swarm ability has been activated, boosting its Bug-type moves. Leavanny uses X-Scissor, but misses Sawk, who uses Bulk Up. Leavanny uses String Shot, binding Sawk's arms, who cannot break out. Leavanny uses X-Scissor and hits Sawk, who tries to get Leavanny to cut the threads. Sawk manages to break out, but he is too exhausted. Sawk uses Karate Chop, ignoring Leavanny's Razor Leaf and hitting him. Leavanny is defeated, so Ash calls him back and brings Krookodile out. Cilan knows well that Krookodile is at a disadvantage here, not only because it had taken a beating during the battle with Liepard, but also because Dark-type moves aren't effective against Sawk, who is a Fighting-type.

Stephan is certain this match is theirs, having Sawk use Close Combat. Ash does not believe that, whose Krookodile counters the attacks with Dragon Claw. Sawk uses Karate Chop, but misses, as Krookodile uses Aerial Ace, evading the attack and defeating Sawk. Ash cheers for Krookodile, for they won the match, while Stephan calls Sawk back. Stephan commends Ash for keeping Krookodile until the end. He admits it was a great battle, despite losing the match and shakes hands with Ash. Later, Virgil's Umbreon uses Shadow Ball on a Gothitelle, while Riolu's Circle Throw defeats a Gigalith, allowing both Trainers to enter the next round. The screen displays Ash's next opponent is Cameron.

Freddy announces that the next quarter-final battles will be six-on-six, then wishes the challengers some rest. Later, Cilan prepares a feast for Ash, containing his favorite meal: croquette, with many trimmings. Ash and Stephan have an eating contest, unamusing Bianca and Iris, who believe such food has to be eaten slowly. Stephan decides to cheer for Ash from tomorrow's battle on and asks of him to win the whole League, which Ash agrees to. Later, Cilan reminds Iris that Cameron was speaking about "the secret weapon". He tells Iris that Ash went for a walk since he was too excited to sleep, making Iris think Ash is a little kid. Ash goes to the stadium and notices Cameron's tent. He greets Cameron, who replies he camps out here so he wouldn't be late for their match. They wish each other luck for tomorrow's battle. Cameron reminds him he still has "the secret weapon", but Ash replies he is ready for any challenge.

Next day, Ash faces Cameron, who sends his "secret weapon", a Hydreigon.

Debuts

Pokémon

Cameron's Hydreigon

Move

Sludge Wave

Gallery

References

  1. ^ (n.d.) . "Strong Strategy Steals the Show! | Pokémon TV (pokemon.com)". From The Official Pokémon Website | Pokemon.com. Archived from the original on February 5, 2024.