Ep. 74: Satoshi battles Mache for the Fairy Badge and learns not to judge by appearances.
Aired on May 28, 2015

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Satoshi issues a challenge to Mache to compete for the Fairy Badge. During the encounter, he encounters her Fairy-type Pokémon and realizes that outward appearances can be deceptive. The battle forces him to look beyond initial impressions to understand the true nature of his opponent's team. This confrontation highlights the importance of not underestimating adversaries based on how they present themselves, as the outcome depends on strategic combat rather than superficial judgments.
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