It’s looking good for Ash as he works on his next three Gym Badges, but not so good for Dawn, coming off a pair of Contest defeats. Both will do what they can to become better Trainers, from entering the Wallace Cup competition to attending Professor Rowan’s Pokémon Summer Academy. Hopefully, the new tactics they pick up will give them the tools they need to succeed against the latest plot by Pokémon Hunter J—as well as the emerging threat of Team Galactic!
Episodes
1. Tears for Fears!
Nov 8, 2007 23m 5.0On the way to Veilstone City and Ash's next Gym battle, a trio of angry Zangoose force Chimchar to face its fearful past.
2. Once There Were Greenfields
Nov 15, 2007 23m 5.0James must decide whether to keep his beloved Cacnea or allow it to train and grow strong with Gardenia, the Eterna Gym Leader.
3. Throwing the Track Switch
Nov 22, 2007 23m 5.0As our heroes draw closer to Ash's next Gym battle and Dawn's next Pokémon Contest, they consider the pros and cons of a Pokémon trade!
4. The Keystone Pops!
Nov 29, 2007 23m 5.0Continuing on their way to Solaceon Town and then Veilstone City, our heroes accidentally free a mean-spirited Spiritomb from the keystone that had held it captive for 500 years.
5. Bibarel Gnaws Best!
Nov 29, 2007 23m 5.0On their way to Solaceon Town, our heroes run into a worried stonecutter who's working on a stone bridge that must be completed within three days. Can they help her?
6. Nosing 'Round the Mountain!
Dec 6, 2007 23m 5.0Ash and friends come across a feisty young Trainer named Alan, whose newly evolved Probopass is Team Rocket's latest target!
7. Luxray Vision!
Dec 13, 2007 23m 5.0On their way to Solaceon Town, our heroes meet a young detective who is struggling to cope with her angry Luxray.
8. Journey to the Unown!
Dec 20, 2007 23m 5.0Arriving in Solaceon Town, site of Dawn's upcoming Pokémon Contest, our heroes come across Team Galactic in the process of stealing a valuable treasure guarded by a group of Unown.
9. Team Shocker!
Dec 20, 2007 23m 5.0The Solaceon Pokémon Contest is finally under way! Can Dawn and her newly evolved Ambipom take on her old friend Kenny and "Jessilina"?
10. Tanks for the Memories!
Jan 10, 2008 23m 5.0On the way to Veilstone City for Ash's next Gym battle, our heroes stop at a Maid Café, where one of the owners is having some trouble with her Miltank.
11. Hot Springing a Leak!
Jan 17, 2008 23m 5.0Dawn introduces our heroes to her old friend Leona, whose family runs a hotel built around a hot spring. Unfortunately, business seems to be drying up.
12. Riding the Winds of Change!
Jan 24, 2008 23m 5.0Our heroes find themselves in a sprawling city that has been overrun by a group of lost Gligar and their leader Gliscor.
13. Sleight of Sand!
Jan 31, 2008 23m 5.0On their way to Veilstone City, our heroes must cross a desert, where they meet a massive Hippowdon-a friend of the Hippopotas they once rescued!
14. Lost Leader Strategy!
Feb 7, 2008 23m 5.0When they arrive in Veilstone City, our heroes face several important challenges-but Ash's long-awaited Gym battle isn't one of them!
15. Crossing the Battle Line!
Feb 14, 2008 23m 5.0In an attempt to help Gym Leader Maylene through her crisis of confidence, Dawn issues a challenge. It's Dawn's very first Gym battle!
16. A Triple Fighting Chance!
Feb 28, 2008 23m 5.0Veilstone Gym Leader Maylene is back in action and ready to accept Ash's challenge for his third Sinnoh region Gym badge!
17. Enter Galactic!
Mar 6, 2008 23m 5.0Our heroes are all set to head out toward their next destination when the mysterious Team Galactic appears, with an evil plot to establish a new world!
18. The Bells Are Singing!
Mar 13, 2008 23m 5.0On their way to Pastoria City, our heroes meet a Pokémon magician with a trio of singing Chingling that have caught Team Rocket's eye!
19. Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! (1)
Mar 20, 2008 23m 5.0Our heroes meet Pokémon Ranger Kellyn, who's on a mission to help a very special Riolu return to its home.
20. Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! (2)
Mar 20, 2008 23m 5.0After stealing Riolu for her latest client, Pokémon Hunter J must face Top Ranger Kellyn and our heroes as they attempt to return Riolu to its home!
21. Crossing Paths
Apr 3, 2008 23m 5.0Team Rocket is hot on the trail of our heroes when Jessie's Dustox has an encounter that leaves her with a tough decision!
22. Pika and Goliath!
Apr 3, 2008 23m 5.0Ash and Pikachu meet an unusual Trainer who would really like to add a Pikachu to his team of Pichu and Raichu!
23. Our Cup Runneth Over!
Apr 17, 2008 23m 5.0Our heroes learn about the Wallace Cup, a prestigious Pokémon Contest hosted by Contest Master Wallace-and then Dawn unexpectedly gets to meet the man himself!
24. A Full Course Tag Battle!
Apr 24, 2008 23m 5.0As they prepare for the Wallace Cup, our heroes meet someone else who's getting ready for the same event: Ash and Brock's friend May, from the Hoenn region!
25. Staging a Heroes' Welcome!
May 8, 2008 23m 5.0It's the first stage of the Wallace Cup, and Ash, May, Dawn, and Zoey are all competing! Can all four of them make it to the next round?
26. Pruning a Passel of Pals!
May 8, 2008 23m 5.0The second round of the Wallace Cup has arrived, and Dawn, Ash, May, and Zoey are all in the victory hunt!
27. Strategy with a Smile!
May 15, 2008 23m 5.0Dawn faces the prospect of battling against her rival Zoey or her new friend May in the final round of the prestigious Wallace Cup!
28. The Thief That Keeps on Thieving!
May 22, 2008 23m 5.0On their way to Pastoria City, our heroes meet a beginning Trainer named Tyler, who's trying to catch his first wild Pokémon.
29. Chim-Charred!
May 29, 2008 23m 5.0When our heroes encounter Ash's rival Paul outside Pastoria City, Chimchar-who joined Ash's team after Paul left it behind-is itching for a battle!
30. Cream of the Croagunk Crop!
Jun 5, 2008 23m 5.0Our heroes arrive in Pastoria City and meet Gym Leader Crasher Wake, who introduces them to the annual Croagunk Festival!
31. A Crasher Course in Power!
Jun 19, 2008 23m 5.0It's time for Ash to go up against Pastoria City Gym Leader Crasher Wake in an attempt to win his fourth Sinnoh region Gym badge!
32. Hungry for the Good Life!
Jul 3, 2008 23m 5.0Our heroes are heading back to Hearthome City so Ash can challenge the Gym Leader there when they meet a very hungry wild Swinub who's causing problems for its neighbors!
33. Fighting Fear with Fear!
Jul 3, 2008 23m 5.0After being defeated by Paul, Ash's Gligar wants to do some special training-and they find an unexpected ally to help!
34. Arriving in Style!
Jul 10, 2008 23m 5.0After they learn that the Hearthome City Gym Leader is still away, Ash and Dawn discover a different kind of competition to keep them busy!
35. The Psyduck Stops Here!
Jul 24, 2008 23m 5.0Following a narrow ravine on their way to Celestic Town, our heroes find themselves blocked by a trio of determined and powerful Psyduck.
36. Camping It Up!
Aug 7, 2008 23m 7.0Professor Rowan invites our heroes to participate in his Pokémon Summer Academy, where Trainers are randomly paired with Pokémon so they can learn to work together!
37. Up Close and Personable!
Aug 14, 2008 23m 7.0At Pokémon Summer Academy, our heroes are working on a report about the Water-type Pokémon in a nearby lake when a mystery begins to unfold!
38. Ghoul Daze!
Aug 21, 2008 23m 7.0Our heroes continue their studies at Pokémon Summer Academy, where a close encounter with Ghost-type Pokémon proves challenging for Ash and his new rival Angie!
39. One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
Aug 28, 2008 23m 7.0Pokémon Summer Academy is drawing to a close, and that means it's time for all the students to participate in the Pokémon Triathlon!
40. A Lean Mean Team Rocket Machine!
Sep 4, 2008 23m 5.0Dawn and Piplup are getting serious about their training-maybe too serious. Meanwhile, the Team Rocket trio are trying to get back in shape after their cushy Summer Academy job.
41. Playing the Leveling Field!
Sep 11, 2008 23m 5.0On their way to Celestic Town, our heroes run into two people they didn't expect to see: Dawn's rival Zoey, battling the elusive Hearthome City Gym Leader, Fantina!
42. Doc Brock!
Sep 25, 2008 23m 5.0When Brock goes to run an errand, Ash and Dawn suddenly find themselves dealing with a very sick Pachirisu-and their usual doctor isn't in the house!
43. Battling the Generation Gap!
Sep 25, 2008 23m 5.0While competing in the Celestic Town Pokémon Contest, Dawn meets a Coordinator of legend: one who once defeated Top Coordinator Johanna, Dawn's mom!
44. Losing Its Lustrous!
Oct 2, 2008 23m 5.0The evil Team Galactic is back on the scene once again, this time to steal the Adamant and Lustrous Orbs!
45. Double Team Turnover!
Oct 2, 2008 23m 5.0As Team Galactic continues its evil quest to steal the Lustrous Orb, Champion Cynthia and our heroes discover they must battle both Team Galactic and Team Rocket to protect it!
46. If the Scarf Fits, Wear It!
Oct 16, 2008 23m 7.0Taking some time off to visit their friend Angie on their way to Hearthome City, our heroes investigate the mystery of the Scarf Monster!
47. A Trainer and Child Reunion!
Oct 23, 2008 23m 5.0A surprise encounter with Aaron, a member of the Elite Four, gives our heroes the unique opportunity to witness an emotional reunion between Aaron and his first Pokémon.
48. Aiding the Enemy!
Oct 30, 2008 23m 5.0While Ash is training for his rematch with Fantina at the Hearthome Gym, his rival Paul interrupts him for a battle!
49. Barry's Busting Out All Over!
Nov 6, 2008 23m 5.0On the eve of Ash's long-awaited rematch against Fantina at the Hearthome Gym, a confident new rival suddenly appears to challenge our hero!
50. Shield with a Twist!
Nov 13, 2008 23m 5.0After two previous visits to her empty Gym and an unexpected battle on the road, Ash finally gets to challenge Gym Leader Fantina in Hearthome City!
51. Jumping Rocket Ship!
Nov 20, 2008 23m 7.0After an explosion separates Trainers and Pokémon, Meowth entertains the idea of quitting Team Rocket and joining up with our heroes!
52. Sleepless in Pre-Battle!
Dec 4, 2008 23m 5.0Traveling through Canalave City, our heroes come across an island where everyone is mysteriously having restless nights and nonstop nightmares!