Ep. 276: Ash heads to Hoenn alone with Pikachu after leaving friends and other Pokemon behind
Aired on November 14, 2002
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Deprived of Misty and Brock, Ash chooses to travel to the Hoenn region to continue his Pokemon journey. He makes the decision to leave his other Pokemon behind, bringing only Pikachu with him. This move allows him to start fresh in the new region. The synopsis notes that this departure is a strategic choice for a new beginning, emphasizing his solo approach to the adventure ahead without the support of his previous companions or his full team.
Episodes
- Ep. 272 · Ash secures a major victory over Gary before facing new rival Harrison in his next match
- Ep. 273 · Ash battles Harrison in the Silver Conference quarter finals with Blaziken versus Charizard
- Ep. 274 · Ash loses to Harrison while Gary announces his retirement from battling to become a researcher.
- Ep. 275 · Ash bids farewell to Brock and Misty before departing for Hoenn
- Ep. 276 · Ash heads to Hoenn alone with Pikachu after leaving friends and other Pokemon behind