Ep. 256: Ash battles Clair's Dragon-types with Snorlax, Pikachu, and Charizard in a second rematch
Aired on June 27, 2002
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Ash engages in a second rematch against Clair, deploying Snorlax, Pikachu, and Charizard to counter her Dragon-type Pokémon. The battle determines whether Ash achieves victory and secures the necessary qualification for the Johto League. This confrontation serves as a critical test of his strategic abilities and team strength as he seeks to advance in the tournament. The outcome of this intense duel directly impacts his eligibility to participate in the upcoming league competition.
Episodes
- Ep. 252 · Brock falls ill with a cold while traversing the Ice Path
- Ep. 253 · Clair faces a Dragon Fang ritual while protecting a Dratini in Blackthorn City
- Ep. 254 · Ash and Clair pause their gym battle to pursue Team Rocket who stole the Dragon Fang
- Ep. 255 · James ignites forest fire with Prayer Flame, causing Dragonite rampage threatening Holy Land destruction
- Ep. 256 · Ash battles Clair's Dragon-types with Snorlax, Pikachu, and Charizard in a second rematch
- Ep. 257 · Team Rocket's Stolen Badges Taken by a Wild Wynaut
- Ep. 258 · Ash, Misty, and Brock seek a battle with Dorian at the unregistered Coastline gym
- Ep. 259 · Ash and a Lapras reunite while delivering a Pokémon egg to Professor Elm.
- Ep. 260 · Ash's Larvitar Hatches From The Egg Professor Elm Gave Him