Ep. 187: Ash and friends follow Gan Gogh's inspiration to find strange desert lights
Aired on February 15, 2001Filler

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Following the artistic inspiration of an elderly creator named Gan Gogh, Ash and his companions travel across the desert to locate mysterious luminous phenomena. Their expedition leads them to a massive crystal monolith situated in the arid landscape. Upon arrival, they discover the structure is encircled by numerous Remoraid. The group encounters these Pokémon while investigating the unusual lights that initially drew them to this remote location, marking a significant point in their journey through the barren terrain.
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