Pocket Monsters Sun & Moon
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2 / 7- 25EP 25
Team Rocket and Team Skull compete for a Z-crystal in a Raticate-infested rock
May 4, 2017After witnessing Ash and Kiawe perform Z-moves, Team Rocket seeks Z-crystals and encounters Team Skull. Both groups discover a Darkinium Z-crystal lodged in a large rock that serves as the lair for a Raticate and Rattata infestation. The two gangs engage in a competition to claim the crystal. Team Rocket wins the contest but realizes that possessing the Z-crystal is distinct from understanding how to utilize its power effectively.
- 26EP 26
Sophocles faces leaving his school and friends while hiding his sadness before a farewell party.
May 11, 2017Sophocles and his family are relocating, which means he must depart from his Pokémon school and all his companions. Although he attempts to conceal this news from his classmates, they notice that both he and Togedemaru are deeply distressed. Ash and his friends collaborate to organize a farewell party intended to lift Sophocles' spirits. However, the situation becomes complicated when Sophocles realizes he has made an error, making it extremely difficult for him to confess the truth to his friends.
- 27EP 27
Ash and Gladion prepare for a clash between their Lycanroc and Rockruff amidst Team Rocket interference.
May 18, 2017Gladion, a trainer in black with a fiery-eyed Lycanroc and Z-ring, arrives on Melemele Island. Ash desires a battle but is stunned when Lillie reveals Gladion is her brother. Initially cold and refusing the challenge, Gladion agrees after learning Ash received his Z-ring from Tapu Koko and fought the Island Guardian. That night, Umbreon delivers a note confirming the match between Ash’s Rockruff and Gladion’s Lycanroc. Team Rocket, having witnessed Gladion defeat Team Skull grunts, intervenes and captures Pikachu and Lycanroc. Consequently, Ash and Gladion must cooperate to rescue their Pokémon from the villains.
- 28EP 28filler
Ash and Team Rocket Compete in a High-Stakes Pokémon Baseball Match
May 25, 2017Pokémon Base, a popular sport in the Alolan Islands featuring human and Pokémon players, draws Ash and his friends as avid fans. Professor Kukui, Principal Oak, and star player Olu'olu judge a match between Ash’s team and Kiawe’s group. After Team Rocket’s Meowth is hit by Lana’s home run, Jessie, who admires Olu'olu, challenges the students to a game for his autograph. The contest features Ash, Pikachu, Rockruff, Kiawe, Olu'olu, and his Snorlax against James, Mareanie, Jessie, Wobbuffet, Mimikkyu, and Meowth.
- 29EP 29filler
Ash and friends face a mysterious energy-draining Morelull during their forest camping trip.
Jun 8, 2017Ash and his classmates embark on a camping trip in the forest, but the outing begins poorly when Lana frightens the group with a ghost story about a traveler whose energy was drained while asleep. Unbeknownst to them, a mysterious Pokémon is watching their every move. One by one, the group members, excluding Lillie, are attacked and knocked out as their energy is siphoned away. The culprit is revealed to be a hungry Morelull. Ash eventually discovers a method to provide the Morelull with all the energy it requires, leading the group to understand the reason behind the Pokémon's intense need for sustenance.
- 30EP 30
Students Swap Pokémon Partners for Weekend Care Duties
Jun 15, 2017Students exchange Pokémon for weekend care. Lillie hosts Pikachu at her mansion, using Ash’s methods to overcome her fear of closeness. At Lana’s home, Turtonator struggles with her twin sisters. Mallow faces issues with Togedemaru while working at her family restaurant. Sophocles finds Steenee unsuitable for experiments but useful as a night-time comfort. Kiawe tasks Popplio with helping his sister Mimo on their dairy farm, where the water Pokémon proves helpful with the Tauros. Meanwhile, Snowy initially ignores Ash but eventually warms up to him after being included in his training sessions.
- 31EP 31
Olivia arrives to stop a fight and the class travels to Akala Island
Jun 22, 2017Olivia, the Akala Island Kahuna, and her Lycanroc arrive at the school to halt a conflict between Kiawe's Charizard and a Tauros. She successfully charms the class Pokémon, including Litten. The students and Professor Kukui then journey to Akala Island for practical training under her guidance. During the trip, they observe various Sea Pokémon. Ash and Pikachu swim with Olivia and discover a Wailmer stuck in a rock crevice while being attacked by a hostile Bruxish. The group must simultaneously rescue the trapped Wailmer and defend against the aggressive Bruxish.
- 32EP 32
Olivia’s Akala Island Lesson Features Diverse Stoutland Reactions and Treasure Hunt Results
Jun 29, 2017During a practical lesson on Akala Island, Olivia assigns the group to hunt for treasures while riding Stoutland. Each Pokémon reacts uniquely to its rider: Ash’s is enthusiastic, Lana’s is resistant, and Lillie struggles to approach hers. In the first round, Ash collects three gemstones, Mallow discovers giant mushrooms, and Kiawe uncovers a large fossil, while Lana and Sophocles find nothing. In the second round, Lana’s Stoutland repels a hostile Pokémon, Ash fails to catch an Alolan Geodude, Mallow finds a giant fruit, Kiawe locates another fossil, and Sophocles uses technology to find a meteorite fragment. Lana wins by finding a metal lump for a Z-ring. Finally, Lillie applies lessons from Snowy and Pikachu to successfully get close to her Stoutland.
- 33EP 33
Ash and Lana fish for a Totem Pokémon while Kiawe visits his family farm.
Jul 6, 2017Ash and Lana spend a day off Pokémon-fishing in a lagoon that might house a water-type Totem Pokémon. Lana is eager to battle it if found. Kiawe brings the group to his family’s dairy farm, where they prefer tasting the food over assisting him. Team Rocket attempts their own Totem Pokémon-fishing but fails, largely due to interruptions from Bewear. The episode highlights these separate activities without revealing specific battle outcomes or plot resolutions.
- 34EP 34
A Crowning Moment of Truth!
Jul 20, 2017At the Wela Volcano Festival, an Alolan Marowak steals the Wela Crown, believed to boost Pokémon strength. Ash and Kiawe pursue it, leading to a fierce battle where Kiawe’s Turtonator loses to Marowak despite using a Z-move. Devastated by the defeat, Kiawe is encouraged by Ash and Turtonator. The following day, they face Marowak in a rematch, with Turtonator emerging victorious. Marowak returns the crown and chooses to join Kiawe as a Pokémon, establishing a rivalry with Turtonator.
- 35EP 35
Ash and Mallow gather ingredients for Akalan Curry while facing wild Pokémon and a Totem Lurantis.
Jul 27, 2017Olivia and Professor Kukui assign the class to collect ingredients for Akalan Curry in pairs. Ash and Mallow encounter unexpected difficulties, particularly when dealing with hostile Fomantis, Parasect, and Alolan Digletts. Their quest for the final component leads them to a Totem Lurantis. Ash and his Pokémon engage in a battle against Lurantis and its partner Castform. However, the situation appears to hold deeper significance beyond the immediate conflict. The pair must navigate these challenges to complete their culinary task while uncovering the true nature of their encounter with the powerful Pokémon and its companion.
- 36EP 36
Ash faces Olivia in a Grand Trial while Rockruff battles Lycanroc
Aug 3, 2017Ash challenges Olivia for the Akala Island Grand Trial using a new Grassium Z-crystal. Rockruff insists on fighting Olivia’s Lycanroc before the main event begins. Olivia pairs Lycanroc with Probopass, while Ash teams Rowlet with Rockruff in a Double Battle. Both trainers utilize Z-moves during the intense fight. Ash’s Grassium Z-move, Bloom Doom, allows Rowlet to defeat Probopass. However, Rockruff’s fierce desire to battle Lycanroc causes it to accidentally attack Rowlet when Ash orders assistance. Horrified by its actions, Rockruff is comforted and encouraged by Ash. Rockruff then defeats Lycanroc. Olivia awards Ash a Rockium Z-crystal, noting Rockruff’s potential evolution. Tapu-Lele appears to honor the pair.
- 37EP 37
Rockruff Meets Tapu Lele and Evolves into Dusk Form Lycanroc
Aug 10, 2017A Rockruff nearing evolution wanders off at night and challenges Akala Island guardian Tapu Lele, suffering an easy defeat. Ash and Pikachu locate the Pokémon, but Rockruff attacks Ash in distress before fleeing. The next day, a search party including Olivia’s Lycanroc joins the effort. Rockruff is discovered injured near a river by Olivia’s and Gladion’s Lycanroc, who carry it to the Ruins of Life. Ash arrives with Olivia and Professor Kukui just as Tapu Lele prepares to fight the two Lycanroc. Tapu Lele uses energy from Ash and the Lycanroc to heal Rockruff, triggering its evolution into Dusk Form Lycanroc.
- 38EP 38
Mimikyu's Disguise Damaged in Shopping Mall Encounter with Murkrow
Aug 17, 2017Ash and friends return to Melemele Island, where Team Rocket attempts to steal Pikachu. Ash’s new Z-move Continental Crush fails, but Kiawe’s move blasts the villains off. Bewear does not appear, causing Jessie and Mimikyu to crash in a shopping mall. Mimikyu’s disguise is damaged, so Jessie creates a temporary paper bag cover while searching for a replacement. Meanwhile, James, Meowth, and Wobbuffet search for their partner. Ash and Lycanroc practice Continental Crush. Jessie repairs the Pikachu disguise, but Murkrow steal it while seeking Jessie’s donut. The group reunites, and Mimikyu drives off the angry Murkrow. Jessie and Mimikyu challenge Ash again, confident in their bond. Ash and Lycanroc master the move, blasting Team Rocket off once more, but Bewear rescues them this time.
- 39EP 39
Mallow and the Forest Teacher!
Aug 24, 2017A TV crew visits Mallow’s family restaurant, where Team Rocket operates a failing food truck nearby. After her father overworks her, Mallow runs off with Steenee. Team Rocket pursues them, but Mallow falls and loses consciousness. An Oranguru finds and cares for her. While Mallow’s father and friends search for her, Team Rocket captures Steenee. Oranguru uses psychic powers to free Steenee, and together they defeat Team Rocket. Bewear appears but refuses to fight Oranguru, allowing Team Rocket to be blasted off again. When Mallow’s father and the group arrive, he recognizes Oranguru as his former cooking teacher. Mallow and her father reconcile, ending the conflict peacefully.
- 40EP 40
Lana and friends help Ida find Mystic Water while battling Team Rocket and Dhelmise
Aug 31, 2017Lana struggles to master the Z-move Hydro Vortex until she meets trainer Ida and her Brionne, who successfully perform the technique. Ida and her boyfriend Kanoa are searching for a Mystic Water near a sunken ship wreck, prompting Ash, Lana, and Mallow to assist. Team Rocket attempts to steal the item but accidentally provokes a Dhelmise residing on the wreck, causing it to attack Kanoa’s boat and create a dangerous whirlpool. During the chaos, Brionne is knocked out, forcing Lana and Popplio to finally execute Hydro Vortex to defeat Dhelmise and save everyone. With the threat neutralized, Kanoa locates the Mystic Water and presents it to Ida.
- 41EP 41
Sophocles and Charjabug race in a special mini-car event with Ash and Kiawe's help.
Sep 7, 2017Sophocles competes in a special race using a miniature car powered by his Charjabug, with Ash serving as track partner and Kiawe as mechanic. Although Charjabug initially struggles to generate sufficient speed, the trio’s collaboration strengthens the Pokémon and improves performance. On race day, they face a rival team with a flashy vehicle and arrogant demeanor, alongside Team Rocket, who enter with James as track partner, Jessie as spotter, and a fake car operated by Meowth. The competition features three stages: rocky terrain, desert terrain, and an urban area, each containing obstacles powered by Pokémon. Despite Ash being knocked unconscious in the urban section, Sophocles assumes the track partner role. Through unorthodox tactics, teamwork, and exposing Team Rocket’s cheating, Sophocles and Charjabug secure the victory.
- 42EP 42
Ash and friends visit Kanto for a school project comparing regional Pokémon differences.
Sep 14, 2017Ash, Professor Kukui, and Principal Oak arrive in Kanto for a school project comparing regional Pokémon. Misty and Brock greet them at the airport, where Brock tends to Lillie's Snowy and chases a flight attendant. At Professor Oak's lab, the Alolan group interacts with local Pokémon: Ash is trampled by Tauros and reunites with Bulbasaur and Muk; Kiawe races a Rapidash on his Charizard; Mallow and Steenee encounter a Vileplume; Sophocles and Togedemaru meet Raichu; Snowy meets Ninetales; and Lana and Popplio swim with Dewgong. While the group reminisces, Team Rocket attempts to steal Pokémon with a giant mecha, prompting Ash, Misty, and Brock to battle using Lycanroc, Staryu, and Crobat. The fight is interrupted by Bewear and Jigglypuff. The day concludes with a feast prepared by Delia and Mr. Mime, observed by Mew.
- 43EP 43
Ash and Kiawe face Misty and Brock in intense Mega-Evolution Gym Battles
Sep 21, 2017Ash and the Alolan visitors travel to Cerulean City to visit Misty’s Gym. Professor Kukui explains Gym Battles and Leagues, then organizes practice matches where Mallow, Lana, and Lillie compete against Misty and Brock. Following these exercises, the students engage in official Gym Battles. Kiawe battles Brock, while Ash faces Misty. Both trainers reveal Key Stones and utilize Mega-Evolution to power up their Pokémon. Kiawe’s Z-Move Inferno Overdrive fails against Brock’s Mega-Evolved Steelix, resulting in a loss. In the second match, Ash and Pikachu employ an unorthodox strategy to defeat Misty’s Mega-Evolved Gyarados using the Z-Move Gigavolt Havoc.
- 44EP 44
Ash struggles to wake from a dream about Solgaleo and Lunala before meeting a mysterious star-like creature.
Oct 5, 2017Ash finds it difficult to wake up after a strange dream featuring the Legendary Pokémon Solgaleo and Lunala. While heading to school, Tapu Koko diverts his path to reveal a small, cloud-like Pokémon that Rotom cannot identify. Lillie gives the creature the nickname Nebby, prompting Ash to recall his dream promise to protect it. This event draws the attention of Lusamine, head of the Aether Foundation, who arrives with colleagues to study and care for the unknown entity. However, Ash remains determined to keep his promise, leaving Nebby’s true identity a mystery for the time being.
- 45EP 45
The class vanishes during clay sculpting, reappearing at locations Nebby teleported them to via their thoughts.
Oct 12, 2017During a clay sculpting session at Pokémon School, the students vanish one by one, only to reappear at the specific locations and Pokémon they were contemplating. The group discovers that Nebby used Teleport to transport them to these sites. Concurrently, Team Rocket aims to capture Nebby and succeeds when Ash and Pikachu, having been teleported to the same locations as the other students, inadvertently arrive at Team Rocket’s hideout. Utilizing Teleport once more, Team Rocket is sent back to Bewear, while Nebby independently returns to Ash, resolving the chaotic situation without further incident.
- 46EP 46
Heroes Vaccinate Ditto at Aether Paradise While Team Rocket Investigates Faba's Lab
Oct 19, 2017Ash and friends visit Aether Paradise, a conservation area managed by Lusamine, Lillie's mother. Professor Burnet asks them to help vaccinate a group of Ditto while Lusamine is occupied on the phone. One Ditto escapes and transforms repeatedly, leading the group on a chase. They finally capture it when it disguises itself as Snowy, causing Lillie to realize she cannot touch it. Simultaneously, Team Rocket secures employment at the facility. They pursue Nebby but accidentally discover Faba's secret laboratory during their investigation.
- 47EP 47
Ash battles Gladion after Nebby teleports them following a Lycanroc bath incident
Oct 26, 2017Ash accidentally splashes dirty water on Lycanroc during a bath, triggering its unexpected red-hot temper. While Ash wonders about Gladion's whereabouts, Nebby teleports him and Pikachu to his location. There, they encounter Silvally, a Pokémon designed to defeat Ultra Beasts. Gladion suspects Nebby is an Ultra Beast and demands to know Ash's identity. Ash proposes a battle to prove his character, pitting his Dusk-Form Lycanroc against Gladion's Silvally. Although Lycanroc fights well, its inexperience leads to a temper tantrum that results in defeat. Despite the loss, Gladion determines that Ash is trustworthy, marking the beginning of their growing friendship.
- 48EP 48
Sleepover mishaps lead Lillie to encounter a mysterious creature that frightens her.
Nov 2, 2017The group enjoys a sleepover at Professor Kukui’s residence, with Professor Burnet joining the festivities. Fun is interrupted when Kiawe accidentally triggers Turtonator’s Inferno Overdrive during a Z-Move pose game, and Burnet’s Munchlax devours the prepared dinner. Later, Lillie struggles with insomnia and receives comforting advice from Professor Burnet regarding her family matters. The following day, Nebby unexpectedly takes Lillie to meet her brother and his partner, the enigmatic Silvally. This encounter leaves Lillie deeply terrified, causing her to lose the ability to touch any Pokémon, including her own Snowy.
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- How many episodes does Pocket Monsters Sun & Moon have?
- Pocket Monsters Sun & Moon has 146 episodes.
- When did Pocket Monsters Sun & Moon come out?
- Pocket Monsters Sun & Moon came out in 2016.
- Which studio made Pocket Monsters Sun & Moon?
- Pocket Monsters Sun & Moon was produced by OLM.
- Who directed Pocket Monsters Sun & Moon?
- Pocket Monsters Sun & Moon was directed by Daiki Tomiyasu.
- Is Pocket Monsters Sun & Moon finished?
- Current status of Pocket Monsters Sun & Moon: Finished.