Ep. 24: Ash seeks a badge in Saffron City while his ghost Pokémon aids him against the Gym Leader.

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Ash returns to Saffron City aiming to secure a gold badge from the Gym Leader. During the confrontation, his ghost Pokémon disappears, leading to Ash’s humiliation and departure. The Gym Leader then uses her powers to shrink Brock and Misty into helpless dolls. A mysterious man provides Ash with crucial information to defeat her. Motivated to rescue his friends, Ash returns to the gym. Just as hope fades, the ghost Pokémon reappears with a unique combat technique. This unexpected assistance offers a chance to save Brock and Misty, while potentially helping the Gym Leader escape her isolated existence. The outcome hinges on whether this strategy succeeds in overcoming the Gym Leader’s defenses and resolving the crisis.