Pocket Monsters XY&Z
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2 / 2- 25EP 25
Diantha Challenges Ash to a Research Battle to Understand His Unique Power
May 5, 2016Champion Diantha visits Ash and his friends to discuss the prophecy foretold by Olympia. She learns about the unique power shared by Ash and Greninja and engages them in battle alongside her Mega Gardevoir. During the fight, Ash and Greninja’s abilities escalate to a new level, nearly defeating Diantha. However, Ash loses consciousness again before the match reaches a conclusion, leaving the outcome undecided.
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Ash Faces Sawyer in a Three-on-Three Battle Despite Untriggered Greninja Power
May 12, 2016Ash reunites with Sawyer and challenges him to a three-on-three Pokémon battle. Sawyer is a formidable opponent who has collected all eight Kalos Gym Badges needed for the Kalos League. During the match, Ash sends out Greninja to fight against Sawyer's Sceptile. Although a mysterious power typically connects Ash and Greninja, it fails to activate in this specific encounter. Consequently, Ash is unable to turn the tide of the battle. Sawyer emerges victorious, securing the win for his team. The episode highlights the difficulty Ash faces against a fully prepared rival whose Pokémon are well-trained and strategically deployed.
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Ash faces Gym Leader Wulfric in a challenging Ice-type battle at Snowbelle City
May 19, 2016Ash challenges Snowbelle City Gym Leader Wulfric, deploying Hawlucha, Talonflame, and Greninja against the trainer's Ice-type Pokémon. Despite Ash's efforts, Wulfric secures a decisive victory using only Abomasnow and Avalugg. Following this overwhelming defeat, Ash retreats into the surrounding forest alone. He spends time there reflecting on his performance and confronting the self-doubt that has arisen from the loss, seeking clarity amidst the solitude.
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Ash finds renewed passion after defeat, mastering power with Greninja amidst a blizzard
May 26, 2016After a crushing loss to Wulfric, Ash retreats into the forest to contemplate his recent shortcomings in solitude. While his companions search for him during a severe blizzard, a specific encounter with a Pokémon rekindles his drive. This pivotal moment allows Ash and Greninja to perfect their unique abilities together. Consequently, Ash strengthens his resolve to achieve his goal of becoming a Pokémon Master, turning a period of reflection into a breakthrough for his journey.
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Ash challenges Wulfric for his eighth Kalos Gym Badge using Ash-Greninja to defeat Mega Abomasnow.
Jun 2, 2016Ash issues a rematch battle against Wulfric to obtain his eighth Kalos Gym Badge. Facing a big challenge in the form of Wulfric's Mega Abomasnow, Ash fights with renewed determination and passion. With the help of Ash-Greninja, Ash defeats Wulfric and receives his eighth and final Kalos Gym Badge.
- 30EP 30filler
A Diamond in the Rough!
Jun 9, 2016Ash and his friends travel to the Kalos League in Lumiose City, stopping at the Wetlands to see Goodra. A Carbink goes on a rampage, prompting a search. Meanwhile, Alain battles Korrina to obtain his eighth and final Kalos Gym Badge.
- 31EP 31filler
Ash and friends visit the Gadget Festival where Clemont explores inventions while Team Rocket steals Poké Balls
Jun 16, 2016Ash and his companions reach the Gadget Festival, an event showcasing a wide array of mechanical inventions. Clemont displays significant enthusiasm for examining the diverse technological displays available at the venue. However, the atmosphere shifts when Team Rocket initiates a theft operation targeting the attendees' Poké Balls. This criminal activity disrupts the festival, creating immediate conflict as the group must address the security breach and the loss of their Pokémon storage devices amidst the exhibition.
- 32EP 32
The Kalos League Commences in Lumiose City with Intense Trainer Battles
Jun 30, 2016The Kalos League tournament officially starts in Lumiose City, featuring competitors Ash, Sawyer, Tierno, Trevor, and Alain. Returning participants from Mega Evolution Act I, Astrid and Remo, also join the fray. The opening match pits Alain against Trevor, resulting in a clash between their Mega Charizard X and Mega Charizard Y. Meanwhile, Ash prepares for his own scheduled battle when an unexpected trainer interrupts to challenge him directly.
- 33EP 33
Ash and Alain advance while Sawyer defeats Tierno using Mega Evolution
Jul 7, 2016Ash defeats Astrid in the quarter-finals to reach the semi-finals alongside Alain and Remo. Sawyer also advances by beating Tierno, utilizing his new ability to Mega Evolve Sceptile. The upcoming semi-final matchups are set as Alain versus Remo and Ash versus Sawyer. For the full battle against Sawyer, Ash selects Goodra as his sixth Pokémon. This episode covers the conclusion of the quarter-finals and the setup for the next round of competition.
- 34EP 34
Analysis Versus Passion!
Jul 21, 2016After Alain defeats Remo in the first semi-final, Ash and Sawyer begin their long-awaited second semi-final match in a forest. Ash’s Hawlucha falls to Sawyer’s Slaking, and while Talonflame avenges the defeat, it loses to Clawitzer. Pikachu then defeats Clawitzer but must now face Aegislash.
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Ash defeats Sawyer in intense double knockouts before facing Alain in the final match
Jul 28, 2016Pikachu defeats Aegislash through superior maneuvering. The arena shifts to a rocky terrain where Ash replaces Noivern to battle Sawyer’s evolved Salamence, resulting in a mutual knockout. Subsequently, Sawyer’s Slurpuff clashes with Ash’s Goodra, also ending in a double knockout. Although Pikachu falls to Sceptile, Ash-Greninja secures victory against Mega Sceptile. With Sawyer defeated, Ash advances to the championship bout against Alain.
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Ash meets Lysandre while Clemont's group helps Mairin find Chespie.
Aug 4, 2016Ash prepares for his final Kalos League match against Alain, during which he encounters Team Flare leader Lysandre, who shows interest in him and Greninja. Simultaneously, Clemont’s Chespin becomes separated from the group and meets Mairin, Alain’s former traveling companion. This encounter allows the group to learn about the health condition of Mairin’s ill partner, Chespie. Amidst these events, Professor Sycamore explains that the unusual power shared by Ash and Greninja is called the Bond Phenomenon. The narrative focuses on these parallel developments as the tournament approaches.
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Intense Kalos League Final Between Ash and Alain
Aug 11, 2016The Kalos League final between Ash and Alain begins with high tension as neither trainer holds a clear advantage. They trade knockout blows in a closely contested battle. Pikachu defeats Tyranitar but falls to Weavile. Hawlucha takes down Weavile before losing to Bisharp. Talonflame and Unfezant eliminate each other in an aerial clash, tying the score at three and three. Pikachu returns to face Metagross, showing great determination to secure a win and give Ash a 3-2 lead. Alain then sends out Charizard to battle Pikachu. The match remains tightly contested as both trainers push their Pokémon to their limits in this decisive encounter.
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The Kalos League Final Concludes with Alain's Victory Over Ash
Aug 18, 2016The Kalos League championship match between Ash and Alain reaches its conclusion. Charizard defeats a fatigued Pikachu, while Alain’s Bisharp defeats Goodra before losing to Greninja. The battle ultimately ends with Ash-Greninja falling to Mega Charizard X, resulting in Alain being declared the Kalos League winner. Concurrently, Team Flare advances its operations to deploy a mind-controlled Z-2 within Lumiose City, setting the stage for future conflicts.
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Team Flare Seizes Control of Lumiose City While Alain Faces Moral Conflict
Aug 25, 2016Team Flare launches a devastating assault on Lumiose City using Z-2 in its 50% Form. Alain reveals his past connections to the group, leading Lysandre to order the capture of Ash and his Pokémon. Ash and his friends are held hostage to force the use of Ash’s Greninja Bond Phenomenon. Alain immediately regrets his actions and confronts Lysandre, discovering the true extent of Team Flare’s intentions. This revelation shocks him deeply. Meanwhile, Squishy undergoes a transformation into its 50% Form to engage Z-2 in battle. This action exposes Squishy’s true identity as Zygarde to the assembled group, escalating the conflict significantly.
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Dreams Fracture as Squishy Falls Under Team Flare's Control
Sep 1, 2016Squishy fights Z-2 to break Team Flare's hold but becomes controlled. Clemont, Clembot, and Blaziken Mask confront Bryony and Aliana at Prism Tower while Bonnie seeks a cure. Serena, Sycamore, Mairin, and disguised Team Rocket attempt to rescue Chespie from Lysandre Labs. Lysandre tries to exploit Ash and Greninja’s Bond Phenomenon, but their connection with friends helps them resist. Ash breaks free and reunites with a remorseful Alain. Together, they prepare to face Team Flare’s leader Lysandre, having overcome the villain's underestimation of their bonds.
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Ash and Alain face Lysandre while allies sabotage Team Flare's operations across Kalos
Sep 8, 2016Ash and Alain battle Lysandre, but his Mega Gyarados defeats their Pokémon one by one. Former Team Flare member Malva, now Kalos Elite Four, assists them. Meanwhile, Clemont and Clembot infiltrate the Lumiose Gym to destroy Team Flare's control machine, resulting in Clembot's destruction. Serena, Sycamore, and Mairin enter Lysandre Labs to rescue Chespie, supported by Hoenn Champion Steven Stone and Team Rocket distracting Mable and Celosia. Bonnie uses a lullaby to free Squishy from control, and the machine's destruction releases Z-2.
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The heroes unite to stop the Megalith Zygarde from destroying Anistar City.
Sep 15, 2016Ash and Alain defeat Mega Gyarados in their fight against Lysandre. In Lysandre Labs, Chespie is absorbed by the Megalith Crystal, transforming into a giant Megalith Zygarde. This creature moves toward Anistar City to absorb energy from the Anistar Sundial, which would cause a planetary apocalypse. To prevent this disaster, Ash, Clemont, Serena, Alain, Sycamore, Malva, Steven Stone, the Kalos Gym Leaders, and Kalos League Champion Diantha combine their efforts. They join forces specifically to defeat the Megalith Zygarde and stop the impending catastrophe.
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Ash and Alain infiltrate to save Chespie while Zygarde completes its form to defeat Lysandre
Sep 15, 2016Kalos Gym Leaders try to halt the Megalith Crystal, but Ash and Alain break in to rescue Chespie. Lysandre controls the Megalith Zygarde regardless. Squishy and Z-2 merge with global Zygarde Cells to become the 100% Zygarde Complete Forme. This form destroys the Megalith Zygarde and defeats Lysandre using Core Enforcer, leaving his fate unknown. The Complete Forme repairs battle damage. Squishy shares a tearful goodbye with Bonnie before departing with Z-2 to return to the planet.
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Clemont Fixes Clembot While Ash Returns to Kanto to Start Over
Oct 6, 2016As Lumiose City recovers from Team Flare’s destruction, Clemont repairs Clembot, though the robot lacks memory and experience. A returning trainer challenges Clembot to a rematch. Ash decides to return to Kanto to begin anew, leaving Alain and Serena uncertain about their futures. After a heartfelt conversation with Ash, Alain chooses to resume his position as Sycamore’s field assistant. The episode highlights the characters’ reactions to rebuilding their lives and careers following the recent conflict, focusing on personal growth and new beginnings amidst the ongoing recovery efforts in the region.
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Serena hosts a Pokémon Showcase in Lumiose City with help from Shauna and Jessie to lift spirits.
Oct 13, 2016As repairs continue in Lumiose City, Serena observes that the local residents remain unsettled by the recent destruction. To help cheer everyone up, she organizes a Pokémon Showcase with assistance from Shauna and Jessie. Despite this effort, Serena feels uncertain about her future path. Ash notices her hesitation and steps in to provide support, helping her navigate her indecision and make a choice regarding her next steps.
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Ash and Greninja confront remnant vines while Xerosic attempts to revive Team Flare
Oct 20, 2016After departing Lumiose Airport following a farewell to Goodra, Ash and his companions discover a vine energized by subterranean power. Xerosic emerges to abduct Clemont, attempting to brainwash him into restoring the defunct Team Flare, but the plan fails and he is arrested. Subsequently, additional remnant vines and both Zygarde forms appear. Ash entrusts Greninja to Zygarde’s care to assist in restoring order to the Kalos region, marking a significant departure for the Pokémon.
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Ash and Serena part ways at Lumiose Airport before their separate journeys to Kanto and Hoenn.
Oct 27, 2016After bidding farewell to Alain, Mairin, and Sycamore, Ash and his friends reach Lumiose Airport. Ash prepares to return to Kanto, while Serena travels to Hoenn to pursue Pokémon Contests. During the Pokémon goodbyes, Dedenne runs away in frustration until Bonnie convinces him to return by sharing her future aspirations. Serena boards her flight and kisses Ash, finally confessing her feelings before leaving. With time remaining before his departure, Ash engages in a final battle against Clemont, featuring Pikachu versus Bunnelby. Ash then heads back to Pallet Town, carrying cherished memories and friendships from his Kalos adventure in his heart.
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- How many episodes does Pocket Monsters XY&Z have?
- Pocket Monsters XY&Z has 47 episodes.
- When did Pocket Monsters XY&Z come out?
- Pocket Monsters XY&Z came out in 2015.
- Which studio made Pocket Monsters XY&Z?
- Pocket Monsters XY&Z was produced by OLM.
- Who directed Pocket Monsters XY&Z?
- Pocket Monsters XY&Z was directed by Kunihiko Yuyama.
- Is Pocket Monsters XY&Z finished?
- Current status of Pocket Monsters XY&Z: Finished.