Pocket Monsters Best Wishes! Season 2
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- 1EP 1
Ash trains for the League while Iris battles Cynthia and Team Rocket targets Meloetta
Jun 21, 2012After securing his eighth Unova Gym badge, Ash learns the Unova League begins in three months. He and his friends visit Virbank City for Bearticone, where they encounter Sinnoh Champion Cynthia. She is attending the Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup in eastern Unova, prompting Ash, Iris, and Cilan to enter. Meanwhile, Team Rocket pursues Meloetta, a Mythical Pokémon that has followed Ash since Pokéstar Studios. The villains injure Meloetta, but the heroes rescue and heal it. Grateful, Meloetta sings before disappearing. Iris then challenges Cynthia to a battle, allowing Axew to learn Giga Impact against Garchomp. The group boards a seaplane to Undella Town, unaware that Team Rocket and Meowth are tracking Meloetta. Cynthia reveals an old friend awaits them, and Dawn arrives with Piplup to greet the group upon landing.
- 2EP 2
Dawn and Piplup Meet Cynthia and Cilan in Undella Town
Jun 28, 2012The group arrives in Undella Town, where Cynthia guides them to her villa. Dawn and Piplup are already present, having traveled to Unova to refine their Coordinator abilities. Upon learning of Dawn's presence and goals, Cilan proposes a Tasting Battle. This competition is intended to demonstrate Dawn's current skill level and culinary expertise. The meeting brings together trainers from different regions, highlighting the intersection of Pokémon battling and the unique cultural aspects of the Unova region. The episode focuses on this initial encounter and the subsequent challenge issued by Cilan.
- 3EP 3
Ash and friends visit uninhabited island while Cynthia prepares for Junior Cup
Jul 5, 2012As Cynthia focuses on her preparations for the Junior Cup tournament, Ash, Cilan, Iris, and Dawn travel to an uninhabited island seeking a relaxing break from their journey. Their peaceful getaway is quickly interrupted when they encounter a population of Onix residing on the island. These Pokémon become hostile and begin attacking the group, forcing them to defend themselves against the sudden assault. The excursion intended for leisure turns into a dangerous confrontation as the travelers must navigate the threat posed by the aggressive Onix while stranded on the remote location.
- 4EP 4filler
Cilan and Chris search for a missing Cubchoo in Undella Town
Jul 19, 2012While visiting Undella Town, Cilan assists a boy named Chris in locating his missing Cubchoo. Their investigation leads them to encounter a wandering Beartic instead. The group suspects that this large bear may have been Chris's Cubchoo at an earlier stage of its life. The narrative focuses on the search efforts and the surprising discovery of the evolved Pokémon, shifting the objective from finding a lost pet to identifying a potentially familiar creature in the wild.
- 5EP 5
Iris Encounters a Rampaging Dragonite During an Undella Town Power Outage
Jul 26, 2012A power failure in Undella Town prompts the group to investigate a suspected rampaging Dragonite. Iris identifies the creature and argues that it is not inherently malicious. However, she becomes trapped in a room with the Dragonite alongside Ash's Oshawott and Dawn's Piplup. The situation escalates as the trio finds themselves confined with the powerful Pokémon, raising concerns about their safety amidst the chaos caused by the blackout. The narrative focuses on Iris's attempt to understand the Dragonite's behavior while dealing with the immediate danger of being locked in with it.
- 6EP 6
Junior Cup Tournament Begins with Rivals and Exhibition Match
Aug 2, 2012The Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup commences, drawing participants including Trip, Georgia, and Burgundy. Before the competition starts, an exhibition match features Sinnoh Champion Cynthia’s Garchomp against Unova Elite Four member Caitlin’s Gothitelle, resulting in no official winner. Following this display, the first round of the tournament begins. Iris faces Georgia in her initial match, pitting her newly captured Dragonite against Georgia’s Beartic. This opening stage sets the competitive tone for the event as the rivals engage in battle to advance through the preliminary rounds of the prestigious tournament.
- 7EP 7
Iris faces Dawn in Junior Cup quarter-finals with Dragonite versus Mammoswine
Aug 23, 2012The Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup advances to its quarter-final stage. Iris competes against Dawn, featuring a battle between her Dragonite and Dawn's Mammoswine. Simultaneously, Cilan and his Crustle face off against Trip and his Serperior in a separate match. These encounters determine the progression of the tournament as the competitors showcase their strategic abilities and Pokémon skills. The outcomes of these specific pairings contribute to the overall standings and narrative development within the competitive event.
- 8EP 8
Ash, Iris, and Trip: Then There Were Three!!
Aug 30, 2012The Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup semi-finals are currently in progress, with the grand prize being a battle against Alder. Ash, Iris, and Trip compete intensely during this stage of the tournament. The trio pushes their limits as they face off in these crucial matches to determine who advances to the final round. Their efforts are driven by the high stakes involved in securing the opportunity to challenge Alder.
- 9EP 9
Junior Cup Concludes as Ash and Friends Meet New Traveler Cameron
Sep 6, 2012Following Trip's match against Alder, the Junior Cup tournament ends, prompting the participants to say their goodbyes. Ash, Iris, and Cilan encounter Cameron, an inexperienced trainer who expresses a desire to join their journey. Dawn also departs, but first engages Ash in a practice battle to test her skills before leaving. This episode marks the conclusion of the regional competition and the beginning of new travel plans for the main cast as they prepare to move forward.
- 10EP 10
Ash, Iris, and Cilan assist Cameron in reaching Humilau City for his eighth Unova League Gym Badge challenge against Marlon.
Sep 13, 2012Following a separation, Ash, Iris, and Cilan reunite and assist Cameron in his journey to Humilau City. Cameron’s objective is to challenge Marlon for his eighth Unova League Gym Badge. The group travels together to support Cameron in this specific goal. The narrative focuses on their collective effort to reach the destination where the gym battle will take place. This segment highlights the characters' cooperation as they navigate the path toward the city, ensuring Cameron arrives prepared to face the gym leader. The storyline remains centered on the travel and the impending challenge without introducing unrelated plot points or side characters.
- 11EP 11filler
Ash and friends assist Layla at the nursery during the Unova League training
Sep 20, 2012While training for the Unova League at Cynthia's villa, Ash, Iris, and Cilan encounter Rufflet and Vullaby, who have escaped from the inexperienced Day Care Nurse Layla. With the manager absent, the trio helps Layla manage the Nursery. The situation is complicated by the ongoing rivalry between the two Pokémon, who are both competing intensely for Layla's attention. This conflict continues to disrupt their duties as the group attempts to maintain order in the facility while balancing their preparation for the upcoming conference.
- 12EP 12
Meloetta and the Undersea Temple
Sep 27, 2012Ash trains at Cynthia's villa when Ridley, a guardian from an ancient civilization, arrives with Golurk to retrieve Meloetta after hearing her song. Ridley initially suspects Ash of theft but realizes the error. Before they can depart, Team Rocket attacks, capturing Meloetta and using her song to summon the ancient Abyssal Temple. The heroes attempt to resist the assault, but their efforts fail against the overwhelming strength of Team Rocket, who are led by Giovanni himself during this confrontation.
- 13EP 13
Giovanni's Loss of Control Over the Legendary Birds Threatens Unova's Existence
Oct 4, 2012Giovanni utilizes the reveal glass and Meloetta’s song to command Tornadus, Thundurus, and Landorus in their Therian Formes. Ash, Cilan, Iris, Cynthia, and Ridley attempt to rescue Meloetta and prevent global catastrophe. However, Giovanni loses his ability to control the trio, who instead pursue a path of total destruction against Unova rather than serving Team Rocket's interests.
- 14EP 14filler
The group detours to Iris' hometown where they face a beauty-focused Pokémon battle challenge.
Oct 11, 2012Upon discovering that the Unova League takes place in Vertress City, Ash and his companions begin their preparations for the upcoming tournament. Before heading to the city, they take a detour to visit Iris' hometown, known as the Village of Dragons. During this journey, Iris involves the boys and their Pokémon in a competition against a group of women. These women assert that their Pokémon are not only powerful but also superior in beauty compared to others. The group must engage in this contest as part of their travel plans before reaching their final destination.
- 15EP 15filler
A Surface to Air Tag Battle Team!
Oct 18, 2012While traveling toward the Unova League, Ash and Cilan encounter a challenge from brothers Soren and Rocko. These opponents have rigorously trained their Braviary, known as the Soldier of the skies, and their Drilbur, the Warrior of the land. The brothers utilize these specific Pokémon to execute impressive combination attacks during the Tag Battle. The encounter highlights the specialized coordination between the two trainers and their respective partners as they face off against the protagonists on their journey.
- 16EP 16
Iris Returns to Her Dragon Village Home with Axew and Friends
Oct 25, 2012Ash, Cilan, and Iris arrive at Iris's hometown, the Village of Dragons. Iris introduces Axew to her elder and assists her childhood friend Shannon. Shannon's Zweilous suddenly evolves into Hydreigon and becomes uncontrollable. Iris helps manage the situation as the evolved Pokémon goes out of control. The group navigates the challenges presented by the sudden evolution and the resulting chaos in the village. Iris relies on her knowledge and connection to the area to support her friend during this critical moment involving the powerful new dragon-type Pokémon.
- 17EP 17
Iris faces Drayden in Opelucid City for a rematch involving her past struggles and new Pokémon.
Nov 8, 2012The group reaches Opelucid City for Iris to challenge Gym Leader and Dragon Master Drayden, who defeated her and Excadrill years ago. Iris recalls her difficult adjustment to urban school life in this city. She and her companions head to the Opelucid Gym for the rematch. During the battle, Iris uses Excadrill and Dragonite against Drayden’s Haxorus and Druddigon. This match allows Drayden to assess her current training and skills. The episode focuses on this significant encounter between Iris and her former opponent, highlighting her growth since their initial defeat.
- 18EP 18
The group assists Virgil and Davey in helping troubled Cryogonal near Vertress City
Nov 15, 2012While traveling in the vicinity of Vertress City, the main characters encounter Virgil, a trainer associated with the Pokémon Rescue Squad who leads Team Eevee, alongside his brother Davey. The group decides to lend their support to the brothers as they work to assist a specific group of Cryogonal that are experiencing difficulties. This encounter involves the gang interacting with the Rescue Squad members and participating in efforts to aid the distressed Pokémon in the area.
- 19EP 19
The Unova League commences with Ash facing Trip in the preliminary matches
Nov 22, 2012The Unova League tournament officially begins, marking the start of the preliminary round matches. As the competition gets underway, Ash Ketchum finds himself paired against Trip for his first battle. This encounter sets the stage for the league proceedings, highlighting the initial challenges faced by the trainers as they compete in the early stages of the tournament. The narrative focuses on the start of the event and the specific matchup between these two characters, establishing the context for the subsequent rounds of the league.
- 20EP 20
Ash and Trip battle while Bianca fights Cameron in the preliminaries
Nov 29, 2012The preliminary matches continue as Ash engages in a battle against Trip, featuring Pikachu confronting Serperior. Following the conclusion of the preliminary rounds, the first round commences. In a separate match, Bianca competes against Cameron. Bianca deploys her Escavalier and Emboar to battle Cameron's Samurott and Riolu. These encounters mark the progression of the tournament as the initial phase ends and the subsequent stage begins, highlighting the strategic choices made by the trainers involved in these specific pairings.
- 21EP 21
Iris's Axew becomes separated in Vertress City during a competition break.
Dec 6, 2012While the tournament is paused, Iris's Axew chases a balloon and wanders off into Vertress City. Pikachu takes it upon himself to locate the missing dragon-type. After finding him, the two are suddenly surrounded by a pack of Trubbish. Their leader, a Garbodor, confronts them, trapping Pikachu and Axew in a difficult situation. The pair must navigate this unexpected danger while stranded in the city away from their trainer and the main event.
- 22EP 22
Ash Faces Stephan in the Third Round of Unova League Battles
Dec 13, 2012The third round of battles at the Unova League begins. Ash finds himself up against Stephan. He puts Krookodile, Palpitoad, and Leavanny up against Stephan's Liepard, Zebstrika, and Sawk. This match marks a significant step in the tournament for both trainers. The battle involves specific Pokémon matchups that determine the outcome of this round. The event takes place during the Unova League competition. The participants are Ash and Stephan. The Pokémon involved are Krookodile, Palpitoad, Leavanny, Liepard, Zebstrika, and Sawk. The context is the third round of the league battles.
- 23EP 23
Ash faces Cameron's Hydreigon in the fourth round match
Dec 20, 2012During the fourth round of the tournament, Ash engages in a battle against the trainer Cameron. At the start of this specific match, Cameron introduces his secret weapon, which is the Pokémon Hydreigon. The encounter focuses on the initial exchange between Ash and Cameron as the latter reveals this powerful creature to begin their competitive fight.
- 24EP 24
Ash's Snivy and Pikachu confront Cameron and his evolved Lucario in a Unova League battle
Jan 10, 2013During the Unova League tournament, Ash Ketchum prepares his team for a challenging match against the skilled trainer Cameron. The episode focuses on the strategic confrontation between Ash's Snivy and Pikachu and Cameron's newly evolved Lucario. This battle highlights the intense competition and the power of Pokémon evolution within the league setting. The narrative centers on the tactical decisions made by both trainers as they navigate this significant encounter, showcasing the growth and capabilities of the participating Pokémon in a high-stakes environment.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Pocket Monsters Best Wishes! Season 2 have?
- Pocket Monsters Best Wishes! Season 2 has 24 episodes.
- When did Pocket Monsters Best Wishes! Season 2 come out?
- Pocket Monsters Best Wishes! Season 2 came out in 2012.
- Which studio made Pocket Monsters Best Wishes! Season 2?
- Pocket Monsters Best Wishes! Season 2 was produced by OLM.
- Who directed Pocket Monsters Best Wishes! Season 2?
- Pocket Monsters Best Wishes! Season 2 was directed by Staff #106454.
- Is Pocket Monsters Best Wishes! Season 2 finished?
- Current status of Pocket Monsters Best Wishes! Season 2: Finished.