Pokémon Ultimate Journeys: The Series (2024)

Overall №Ep. CodeTitle(s)Airdates(s)Image(s)1188PJ091

"The Spectral Express!"
ゴースト列車(れっしゃ)、出発(しゅっぱつ)、だよ…
Ghost Ressha, Shuppatsu, da yo…
(Ghost Train, Departure…)

: December 17, 2021
: October 21, 2022

Ash and Goh are headed to Stow-on-Side in the Galar region, but when it’s time to transfer, they accidentally board the Ghost Train! While on board, they encounter an eerie stone that seems to have an odd effect on Ash—now he won’t stop picking on Goh. They eventually meet a boy wearing a mask, and he says Ash has been possessed by an ill-natured spirit belonging to a Spiritomb. With the boy’s help, the spirit leaves Ash’s body, and Gengar manages to grab it and return it to Spiritomb. The train arrives in Stow-on-Side, but Ash and Goh are puzzled when it suddenly disappears, along with the masked boy…1189PJ092

"The Winding Path to Greatness!"
ゲンガー頑(がん)張(ば)る！キョダイマックスへの道(みち)!!
Gangar Ganbaru! Kyodaimax e no Michi!!
(Gengar Does Its Best! Road to Gigantamax!!)

: December 24, 2021
: October 21, 2022

Ash and Goh have arrived in Stow-on-Side. Their goal? Help Gengar to Gigantamax! They once again cross paths with the masked boy they met on the Ghost Train—he’s Allister, one of the town’s Gym Leaders! He joins our heroes on a quest through a spooky forest in search of Max Mushrooms—the main ingredient in the Max Soup that allows Pokémon to Gigantamax. After several ghostly encounters, they gather enough ingredients for Allister to make the Max Soup needed for Gengar to achieve its gigantic goal. Then it’s back to the train as Ash and Goh say farewell to their new friend and set off for their next adventure!1190PJ093

"It's All in the Name!"
君(きみ)の名(な)はフランソワーズ
Kimi no Na wa Françoise
(Your Name Is Francois)

: January 14, 2022
: October 21, 2022

When magnetic waves from a malfunctioning satellite cause the Magnemite in Vermilion City to start acting strangely, Ren is determined to protect his partner Francois. Ash and Goh try to escort Ren and Francois out of the city, but other Magnemite attack and eventually cause Francois to assimilate into a massive, Magnemite-like being. During the ordeal, Ren recalls how he met Francois and reflects on the bond they’ve formed since then. A struggle ensues, but Ren stands his ground, and Francois snaps out of its confusion! The other Magnemite also stop rampaging, and Ren and Francois return to the place they met, now with an even stronger friendship.1191PJ094

"Suffering the Flings and Arrows!"
ヘラクロスロス、恋(こい)するカイロス
Heracross Loss, Kailios Kairosu
(Heracross Loss, Pinsir in Love)

: January 21, 2022
: October 21, 2022

When Lilligant joins the other Pokémon at Cerise Laboratory, Heracross, who was infatuated with Pinsir, is now smitten with Lilligant! While Goh tries to cheer Pinsir up, Chloe discovers a Pokémon flower-arranging class. It seems like a great way to lift Pinsir’s spirits, so our heroes want to join in, too! Guided by Celadon City’s Gym Leader, Erika, the group learns about the importance of flower decorating with Pokémon! But Team Rocket wants to “pick flowers,” too…and steal Pikachu. Team Rocket attacks, but when Pinsir steps in to protect Heracross, their relationship is restored! Now no one will ever forget the connection between Pokémon and flower arranging!1192PJ095

"The Good, the Bad, and the Lucky!"
サラバ！さすらいのロケット団(だん)!
Saraba! Sasurai no Rocket-dan!
(Farewell! Wandering Team Rocket!)

: January 28, 2022
: October 21, 2022

After the Prize Master lends Team Rocket some unhelpful Pokémon, the group chases Pelipper to find out who’s responsible for the machine. The pursuit leads them to a café run by their former rival Cassidy, who’s no longer in Team Rocket. As James stays behind at the café, Jessie and Meowth press on, ending up at a bakery run by Butch. Meowth becomes smitten with a familiar-looking female Meowth, so Jessie and Wobbuffet leave him behind to continue chasing Pelipper. But a series of mishaps brings Jessie, James, Meowth, and Wobbuffet back together again, and they realize that their life in Team Rocket is all about luck—good and bad!1193PJ096

"Lighting the Way Home!"
宇宙(うちゅう)にとどけ！デンリュウの光(ひかり)!!
Uchuu ni Todoke! Denryu no Hikari!

: February 4, 2022
: October 21, 2022

Ash and Goh have reunited with Sophocles at the Mossdeep Space Center in Hoenn! Sophocles is joined by his cousin Molayne’s Ampharos, who he borrowed for a project to bring a research satellite back home from space. Ampharos’s powerful tail light reaches the satellite, but a malfunction puts the mission on hold. Sophocles and Ampharos worry that the malfunction was their fault, and Ampharos becomes so discouraged that its tail won’t light up. But when Grookey gets lost, Ampharos saves the day, and its confidence returns. Back at the Space Center, Sophocles devises a plan to get the satellite safely home despite a course correction—and it works!1194PJ097

"An Evolution in Taste!"
ヤドキング! カレーなる遭遇(そうぐう)!!
Yadoking! Curry Naru Sougou!!
(Slowking! Curry Encounter!!)

: February 11, 2022
: October 21, 2022

Ash and Goh pay another visit to Slowpoke Island, where the masses of Slowpoke are as spaced out as ever. After Goh catches a Slowpoke of his own, he and Ash discover another group of Slowpoke, as well as a Slowbro and a Slowking, who look a little different. They’re from the Galar region, and they want to make friends with the Slowpoke, Slowbro, and Slowking from Kanto. After offering to help, Ash and Goh once again end up with Shellder clamped on to their heads, and an ensuing rap battle results in the creation of a delicious curry noodle dish that everyone absolutely adores!1195PJ098

"Out of Their Elements!"
ポケモンサーカス! ブースターとサンダース
Pokemon Circus! Booster to Thunders
(Pokémon Circus! Flareon and Jolteon)

: February 18, 2022
: October 21, 2022

Ash and Goh are guest performers at the Pokémon Circus! Chloe tags along, hoping to see a Jolteon and Flareon who are also set to perform. But it turns out the two Pokémon are still Eevee—and when their Trainers go to evolve them, their Evolution stones get switched! Now, Harmony the Fire-type Trainer has a Jolteon, and Billy the Electric-type Trainer has a Flareon. The performances they’ve planned are in shambles, but the newly evolved Pokémon are determined to set things right. With the help of Chloe’s Eevee and our heroes, they find a way to work together with their Trainers and put on a great show!1196PJ099

"Battling Turned Up to Eleven!"
スパイクタウンのマリィ!
Spike Town no Mary!
(Mary of Spike Town!)

: February 25, 2022
: October 21, 2022

Ash is continuing his quest to challenge Leon, but when he and Goh arrive at Spikemuth Gym for his next Pokémon World Coronation Series battle, they discover they’ve been given the wrong directions! Gym Leader Piers gives him a ride to Wyndon, where Piers’s little sister Marnie is patiently waiting to battle. The match gets off to a roaring start, and both Marnie’s Grimmsnarl and Ash’s Gengar show off their massive powers in Gigantamax form. Although Grimmsnarl is a powerhouse, Ash and Gengar execute an unusual strategy to win the battle, catapulting Ash’s World Coronation Series ranking to 15!1197PJ100

"Meeting Up With the Monarch!"
密着(みっちゃく)! ダンデのスペシャルトレーニング!!
Mitchaku! Dande no Special Training!!
(Close Contact! Leon's Special Training!!)

: March 4, 2022
: October 21, 2022

Following Ash’s victory over Marnie at the Galar region’s Wyndon Stadium, our hero’s ranking is 15th!1198PJ101

"A One-Stick Wonder!"
スティック一本(いっぽん)、バチンキー!
Stick Ippon, Bachinkii!
(The Thwackey with One Stick!)

: March 11, 2022
: October 21, 2022

Ash and Goh are in the Galar region’s Wild Area as Goh continues his quest to catch every kind of Pokémon. They make curry for dinner, hoping the delicious smell will attract wild Pokémon. A Thwackey appears, and it gets along well with Goh’s Grookey, but it has a problem—it has only one stick instead of the usual two, so it can’t keep up with the drumming of the other Thwackey in its troop. Inspired by Grookey, the Thwackey practices until it’s able to tap just as fast—or faster—using its single stick. As it rejoins its troop, Goh considers letting Grookey stay with them—what will it decide?1199PJ102

"Battling in the Freezing Raid!"
トライアルミッション! 氷結(ひょうけつ)のレイドバトル!!
Trial Mission! Hyouketsu no Raid Battle!!
(Trial Mission! A Freezing Raid Battle!!)

: March 18, 2022
: October 21, 2022

Goh’s quest to join Project Mew continues in high gear! His next mission? A Raid Battle!1200PJ103

"The Future Is Now, Thanks to Strategy!"
サトシとシトロン! 友情(ゆうじょう)大(だい)特訓(とっくん)!
Satoshi to Citron! Yuujou dai Tokkun!
(Ash and Clemont! Great Friendship Training!)

: April 1, 2022
: February 24, 2023

Ash’s next World Coronation Series battle is against Drasna of the Kalos Elite Four! But first, he pays a visit to his old friends Clemont and Bonnie at the Lumiose City Gym, and Goh takes a detour to catch a new Pokémon. At the Gym, Ash’s Sirfetch’d seems to be struggling to master a new move, Meteor Assault, so Clemont performs an analysis to find out what’s holding it back. It turns out some special training with Dracovish is the key! Ash and Clemont have a Double Battle, giving Sirfetch’d a chance to perfect Meteor Assault…and Dracovish learns a new move of its own, too!1201PJ104

"Taking Two for the Team!"
ハイパークラス! VS四天王(してんのう)ドラセナ!!
Hyper Class! VS sh*tennou Dracaena!!
(Hyper Class! VS Drasna of the Elite Four!!)

: April 1, 2022
: February 24, 2023

The Pokémon World Coronation Series is in full swing! After training with his old friend Clemont, Ash is ready to battle with Dracovish and Sirfetch’d by his side. They’re facing Drasna of the Kalos Elite Four. She may seem sweet, but she’s totally serious about victory! As the battle progresses, Drasna becomes increasingly impressed with Ash and his Pokémon, and both sides show off intense moves. It doesn’t look good for Ash when Drasna has her Altaria Mega Evolve, but as usual, our hero comes up with a strategy to propel himself to victory and raise his Ultra Class ranking to ninth place!1202PJ105

"Reuniting for the First Time!"
イーブイとニンフィア! 出会(であ)いと再会(さいかい)!
Eievui to Nymphia! Deai to Saikai!
(Eevee and Sylveon! Encounters and Reunions!!)

: April 8, 2022
: February 24, 2023

Chloe heads to Lilycove City to meet up with Ash and Goh and watch a Sylveon compete in a Pokémon Contest. There, she’s approached by Contest Idol Lisia, who encourages her to enter. She then runs into Serena, Sylveon’s Trainer and Ash’s former traveling companion, and the two go to the Contest Hall. Meanwhile, Ash and Goh get delayed because Gym Leader Wallace insists on battling Ash! Chloe, Serena, and Lisia all give amazing performances with their Pokémon, and as Serena bids Chloe goodbye, Ash and Goh finally arrive. Although their reunion is short, Ash and Serena promise to keep cheering each other on as they pursue their goals!1203PJ106

"Radio Lulled the Mischievous Stars!"
新(しん)番組(ばんぐみ)! ロケット団(だん)ないしょ王国(おうこく)ラジオ!!
Shin Bangumi! Rocket-dan Naisho Oukoku Radio!!
(New Show! Team Rocket Undercover Kingdom Radio!!)

: April 15, 2022
: February 24, 2023

Team Rocket may be up to their usual tricks, but their latest plot to recruit new members involves something uniquely entertaining: a late-night web radio show! But “Team Rocket’s Undercover Kingdom” isn’t just unpopular—it has no listeners. So Jessie, James, and Meowth reformat the show into “Dum-Dum-Dum Z”, which becomes a success with games, giveaways, and listener questions. Meanwhile, Ren and Professor Cerise have become huge fans of the show, not realizing the true identities of its charismatic hosts. Team Rocket’s original goal of finding new members may have faded, but their web radio show is a big hit!1204PJ107

"Big Brother to the Rescue!"
助(たす)けて、ワンパチのアニキ!
Tasukete, Wanpachi no Aniki!
(Help Me, Big Brother Yamper!)

: April 22, 2022
: February 24, 2023

Ash and Goh are in Cerise Park, looking after the Pokémon living there. Chloe is also there photographing Pokémon, and Yamper's scurrying around helping everyone. They discover two groups of Pokémon who are fighting because dirty water has driven one group from their usual spot. With Yamper's help, our heroes find the source of the pollution: Grimer and its nest under the waterfall. As our heroes build Grimer a new nest, Suicune suddenly appears, summoning a gentle rain and restoring the waters of Cerise Park. Before departing, it shares a moment with Yamper, whose efforts helped save the day. Then, Ash receives a message—his next battle opponent is Raihan!1205PJ108

"Catching the Aura of Fate!"
ルカリオとゲッコウガ! 運命(うんめい)の波導(なみしるべ)!!
Lucario to Gekkouga! Unmei no Nami Shirube!!
(Lucario and Greninja! The Aura of Fate!!)

: April 29, 2022
: February 24, 2023

Ash is training fiercely for his upcoming Masters Eight entrance battle against Raihan, and when he sees Goh’s Froakie evolve into Frogadier, he gets an idea! Realizing that his friendship with Lucario is similar to the bond he shares with Greninja, he and Goh travel to Kalos. They find Greninja, who runs circles around Lucario in battle, but eventually Lucario learns how to focus its Aura powers and connect with Ash on a closer level. And when gigantic roots attack, the Pokémon show their strengths and defeat them together! With Lucario boasting newfound strength, Greninja once again departs—but Ash knows they’ll always be close despite being regions apart!1206PJ109

"Aim for the Eight!"
VSキバナ! マスターズエイトをかけた戦(たたか)い!!
VS Kibana! Masters Eight o Kaketa Tatakai!!
(VS Raihan! Battle for the Masters Eight!!)

: May 6, 2022
: February 24, 2023

It’s time for Ash’s battle against Raihan—the winner gets to compete in the Masters Eight Tournament! As Leon watches, the three-on-three battle begins with Raihan’s Flygon versus Ash’s Dragonite. But Flygon overwhelms Dragonite, and Raihan is in the lead! Then, Ash chooses Gengar. Flygon attacks fiercely, but after recovering from an attack, Gengar Gigantamaxes! Flygon is taken down, and then Gengar and Raihan’s Goodra knock each other out! With one Pokémon left on each side, Raihan chooses Duraludon, while Ash chooses Lucario. Although Duraludon Gigantamaxes, it’s no match for Ash and Lucario’s new technique: G-Max Aura Sphere. Ash wins the battle, officially becoming a member of the Masters Eight!1207PJ110

"Narrowing the Chaser Chase!"
裏切(うらぎ)りのバトルロイヤル!
Uragiri no Battle Royale!
(Battle Royal of Betrayal!)

: May 13, 2022
: February 24, 2023

At the Sea Mauville nature preserve, Goh is tackling his next Project Mew trial mission—survival in battle! With only Inteleon, he must battle other challengers until just one Trainer remains. Luckily for Goh, Horace appears, and the two of them team up. Many of the other challengers form teams, too, and one pair in particular threatens to end the boys’ winning streak. In the end, only Goh and Horace remain, but only one can win. Horace reluctantly battles and defeats Goh, winning three Project Mew tokens. Goh receives two, but he’s discouraged when he finds out the Chaser selection will happen soon—he has some catching up to do.1208PJ111

"The Homecoming Crown!"
モーンとリーリエ、雪原(せつげん)の再会(さいかい)
Moon to Lillie, Setsugen no Saikai
(Mohn and Lillie, Tundra Reunion)

: May 20, 2022
: February 24, 2023

Ash, Goh, and Chloe visit the frigid mountains of the Crown Tundra to investigate a report of an unusual Pokémon. Coincidentally, Lillie and Gladion are there, too, still searching for their missing father, Mohn. Along with Lusamine, they press on and find Mohn living in a cabin, but he has amnesia and doesn’t recognize them. It turns out he’s been living with a Nihilego who he believes to be his human daughter. Worried that Mohn would send it away, Nihilego did everything possible to keep him from remembering his previous life. But his memory finally returns, and the happy family asks Nihilego to join them!1209PJ112

"Helping the Hometown Hero!"
凱旋(がいせん)! アローラチャンピオン!!
Gaisen! Alola Champion!!
(Triumphant Return! Alola Champion!!)

: May 27, 2022
: February 24, 2023

With Lillie’s family reunited, Ash, Goh, and Chloe accompany them home to Alola. The visit gives Ash a chance to show how much his skills have grown since he became the region’s Champion: a Battle Royal has been scheduled, and Professor Kukui, Gladion, and Kiawe are his opponents! The battling is intense, and the Battle Royal Dome is packed with people cheering for Ash and wishing him success in the upcoming Masters Eight Tournament. After the event, Ash heads to the beach, where he’s soon joined by Professor Kukui and Tapu Koko. The Island Guardian gives Ash a show of support, and our hero vows to give it his all!1210PJ113

"Chasing to the Finish!"
ラストミッション! レジエレキ・レジドラゴをゲットせよ!!
Last Mission! Regieleki Regidrago o Get Seyo!!
(Last Mission! Catch Regieleki and Regidrago!!)

: June 3, 2022
: February 24, 2023

Goh has been working tirelessly to become a Project Mew Chaser, and now he's down to his last mission: catch Regieleki and Regidrago!1211PJ114

"Friends, Rivals, Lend Me Your Spirit!"
炎(ほのお)の特訓(とっくん)バトル! サトシ対(たい)シンジ!!
Honoo no Tokkun Battle! Satoshi Tai Shinji!!
(Training Battle of Flames! Satoshi Against Shinji!!)

: June 10, 2022
: February 24, 2023

With the Masters Eight Tournament approaching, Ash is training hard when he receives a call from Professor Oak encouraging him to visit all his Pokémon at the lab. So, he and Goh set off to Pallet Town. There, Ash’s current team begins training with his other Pokémon, but when Gengar ends up in the forest, our heroes unexpectedly run into Paul, Ash’s rival from Sinnoh! Although Paul isn’t in the World Coronation Series, he agrees to battle Ash using his Gyarados, Garchomp, and Metagross—all Pokémon used by members of the Masters Eight. Though Paul’s skills are formidable, Ash wins after Gengar unleashes a fiery new move!1212PJ115

"Curtain Up! Fight the Fights!"
開幕(かいまく)! マスターズトーナメント!!
Kaimaku! Masters Tournament!!
(Opening! Masters Tournament!!)

: June 17, 2022
: February 24, 2023

Excitement is in the air as the Pokémon World Coronation Series Masters Eight Tournament is about to start! Ash and Goh are there, of course, and so is Leon’s younger brother, Hop. After Hop challenges Ash to a quick unofficial battle (Hop loses), the tournament begins. The Masters Eight are introduced, and then the first match gets underway—it’s Leon versus Alain! Both Trainers are formidable indeed, but Leon’s command of his Pokémon’s skills give him the edge and the victory. Next up? It’s a battle between Lance and Diantha, and the winner will get to battle Leon. Who will be victorious?1213PJ116

"Pride of a Champion!"
チャンピオンの誇(ほこ)り！ワタルVSカルネ!!
Champion no Hokori! Wataru VS Carne!!
(Champion's Pride! Wataru VS Carne!!)

: July 8, 2022
: February 24, 2023

The Masters Eight Tournament continues as the action moves to the second match of the first round: Lance, Champion of Kanto and Johto, versus Kalos Champion Diantha! Ash, Goh, and Hop watch from the stands, and there’s plenty of action. It’s three on three, starting with Lance’s Dragonite and Diantha’s Aurorus. Both teams are skilled, but the first bout goes to Lance! Next, Diantha brings out Gourgeist, while Lance switches Dragonite out and sends in Gyarados. Diantha wins, and the battle continues until finally it’s down to Lance’s Dynamax Dragonite versus Diantha’s Mega Gardevoir. Mega Gardevoir is victorious, and Diantha advances to the semifinals! Next up? Iris versus Cynthia!1214PJ117

"The Fiery Road to Mastership!"
VSシロナ! アイリスドラゴンマスターへの道(みち)
VS Shirona! Iris Dragon Master e no Michi
(VS Shirona! Iris' Road to Be a Dragon Master)

: July 15, 2022
: February 24, 2023

The third match of the Masters Eight Tournament is Sinnoh Champion Cynthia versus Unova Champion Iris. They already know each other well—Cynthia has been a helpful mentor to Iris for some time. The first win goes to Iris and Excadrill, using a powerful Horn Drill move on Cynthia’s Gastrodon. That’s followed by a victory for Cynthia’s Milotic, giving both sides one loss! Iris brings out Dragonite, who is defeated, so she calls on Haxorus, who eliminates Milotic. That leaves both sides with one Pokémon each! The last bout is Garchomp versus Haxorus, and the Dragon-type matchup is ferocious. But Mega Garchomp proves too much for Haxorus, and Cynthia wins!1215PJ118

"Battling as Hard as Stone!"
サトシ出陣(しゅつじん)! VSダイゴ!!
Satoshi Shutsujin! VS Daigo!!
(Satoshi Heads Into Battle! VS Daigo!!)

: July 22, 2022
: June 23, 2023

The Pokémon World Coronation Series Masters Eight Tournament is in full swing, and the final match of the first round is between Ash and Steven Stone, the Champion of Hoenn! First, Steven’s Metagross takes on Ash’s Dracovish, but when Steven realizes that Ash is predicting his moves, he switches out Metagross for Aggron. Aggron takes down Dracovish, so Ash brings out Gengar to get revenge. Next, Steven’s Cradily defeats Gengar, meaning Ash has one Pokémon left—Pikachu! It defeats Cradily, but then Steven Mega Evolves his Metagross. It seems Pikachu can’t land a single attack…until Ash uses 10,000,000 Volt Thunderbolt, winning and securing his spot in the semifinals!1217PJ120

"Infinite Possibilities!"
コハルとイーブイ、可能性(かのうせい)は無限大(むげんだい)!
Koharu to Eievui, Kanousei wa Mugendai!
(Koharu and Eievui, the Possibilities Are Endless!)

: August 5, 2022
: June 23, 2023

A Cerise family discussion about Pokémon Evolution prompts Professor Cerise to suggest a camping trip! On the way, he and Chloe stop to visit Grover, who knew Professor Cerise when he was a young child. The reunion causes the Professor to recall his friendship with a wild Clefairy and the emotional moment when they parted ways. Later, the family watches a group of Clefairy dancing in an Evolution ceremony under the full moon. After the Pokémon depart, Professor Cerise is certain that one of the evolved Clefable was his old friend. The experience helps Chloe realize that when it comes to herself and Eevee, the possibilities are infinite.1219PJ122

"It's… Champion Time!"
セミファイナルⅠ「圧勝(あっしょう)」
Semifinal I: "Asshou"
(Semifinal I: "Victory")

: August 26, 2022
: June 23, 2023

The semifinals of the Masters Eight Tournament are about to begin, with Galar Champion Leon set to battle Kalos Champion Diantha. Nearby, Ash and his Pokémon are training hard when they bump into their upcoming opponent—Cynthia! They’re soon joined by a young brother and sister with lots of enthusiasm for Pokémon, but when the sister wanders off on her own, our heroes are determined to help. After finding her, everyone returns to the stadium to see that Leon is already far ahead of Diantha, having eliminated several of her Pokémon. Leon goes on to win, claiming a spot in the finals. Next up: Ash versus Cynthia!1220PJ123

"Bewitch, Battle, and Bewilder!"
セミファイナルⅡ「幻惑(げんわく)」
Semifinal II: "Genwaku"
(Semifinal II: "Dazzle")

: September 2, 2022
: June 23, 2023

The second match of the Masters Eight Tournament semifinals is here, and it’s Ash versus Cynthia! Our hero wants to battle Leon in the finals, but Cynthia’s determined to keep that from happening. It’s a six-on-six battle, and first is Ash’s Dragonite versus Cynthia’s Spiritomb, who eliminates Dragonite. Then Cynthia switches out Spiritomb, and the next matchup is Roserade versus Gengar. But Roserade is switched out for Spiritomb again, and Gengar goes down. Ash calls out Pikachu, and Cynthia rotates through several of her Pokémon until she reaches Spiritomb again. Pikachu almost lands a win, but Spiritomb has the last laugh with Destiny Bond. Can Ash make a comeback?1221PJ124

"Valor: A Strategic Part of Battling!"
セミファイナルⅢ「武勇(ぶゆう)」
Semifinal III: "Buyuu"
(Semifinal III: "Bravery")

: September 9, 2022
: June 23, 2023

The Masters Eight Tournament battle between Ash and Cynthia is underway, and Ash has three Pokémon left, while Cynthia has four. After switching her Pokémon repeatedly to gain the advantage, Cynthia calls Garchomp to the field, while Ash calls on Dracovish. Cynthia soon switches to Roserade, and it’s defeated by Dracovish, but Dracovish ends up poisoned. Refusing to retreat, Dracovish goes up against Cynthia’s Milotic. The two Pokémon clash, but Milotic wins, and Ash’s Sirfetch’d is up next. Overcoming hazards on the battlefield, Sirfetch’d defeats Milotic but falls to Garchomp. Now Ash is down to his final Pokémon, Lucario, and Cynthia switches out Garchomp for Togekiss—who starts to Dynamax!1222PJ125

"Whittle While You Work!"
セミファイナルⅣ「勝負(しょうぶ)」
Semifinal IV: "Shoubu"
(Semifinal IV: "Battle")

: September 16, 2022
: June 23, 2023

The second match of the Masters Eight Tournament semifinals continues with Ash battling Sinnoh Champion Cynthia. The six-on-six Full Battle has promised lots of action…and it has certainly delivered! With five of Ash’s Pokémon already eliminated, it’s now up to Mega Lucario. First up is Cynthia’s Dynamax Togekiss, and Lucario wins, leaving Cynthia with only Garchomp. This is the last battle of the match, and both Pokémon fight hard, but Lucario’s endurance gives Ash the victory! Moving on to the finals round, our hero now must prepare for his toughest battle yet—against Leon!1224PJ127

"Just a Scone's Throw From Here!"
ゴウとエースバーン! はじまりの場所(ばしょ)!!
Gō to Aceburn! Hajimari no Basho!!
(Gō and Aceburn! Place Where It All Began!!)

: September 30, 2022
: June 23, 2023

It’s the day before Ash and Leon’s battle, and our heroes are meeting up with Leon, Sonia, and Professor Magnolia—and Eternatus! Leon has been working to calm the Legendary Pokémon’s rage, for which Goh is grateful. Ash and Goh then visit the scone shop where Goh first met Scorbunny, and the since-evolved Cinderace reunites with its Nickit friends. However, chaos ensues when Team Rocket joins forces with a Perrserker and two Galarian Meowth—but the Nickit evolve into Thievul, and with a little help from Goh’s Pokémon, they send Team Rocket blasting off again. Goh then receives a message from Project Mew: it’s time for his next mission!1226PJ129

"A Flood of Torrential Gains!"
ファイナルⅠ「激流(げきりゅう)」
Final I: "Gekiryuu"
(Final I: "Torrent")

: October 21, 2022
: June 23, 2023

Following an emergency communication from Project Mew, Goh is off to Hoenn, while Ash battles Leon in the Masters Eight Tournament finals. It’s a six-on-six Full Battle, and although each Trainer can typically use Dynamax, a Z-Move, or Mega Evolution only once, Leon insists that Ash use all three. Leon first sends out his Cinderace, who spars with Pikachu, and then Leon’s Inteleon battles Ash’s Gengar. After Gigantamaxing, Gengar takes down Inteleon, but Leon’s Mr. Rime manages to defeat it. Ash and Leon are now back on equal footing, and this massive battle promises to keep going strong!1227PJ130

"Toying With Your Motions!"
ファイナルⅠⅠ「翻弄(ほんろう)」
Final II: "Honrou"
(Final II: "Toy Around")

: October 28, 2022
: June 23, 2023

The Pokémon World Coronation Series Masters Eight Tournament is currently in its dazzling final round, and both Ash and Leon are waging an extraordinary battle, displaying powerful and creative back-and-forth strategies. But soon, Ash realizes that every time he takes the lead, his opponent never fails to catch up! After Mega Lucario takes down Leon’s Mr. Rime, it struggles against Dragapult, so Ash switches in Dracovish instead. Dragapult’s Dragon Tail attack causes Ash’s Pokémon to switch in and out until Dragonite is on the field. With a powerful Dragonite Meteor attack, Ash scores another win, and the battle continues!1228PJ131

"Paring Pokémon While Parrying!"
ファイナルⅢ「最強(さいきょう)」
Final III: "Saikyou"
(Final III: "The Strongest")

: November 4, 2022
: June 23, 2023

During the finals of the Pokémon World Coronation Series Masters Eight Tournament, Ash and Leon continue to enjoy their fierce battle! Noticing the match’s back-and-forth rhythm, Dawn points out that both Champions have similar battling styles. The battle action is as intense as can be. First, Leon’s Rillaboom takes down Ash’s Dragonite and Sirfetch’d, but Dracovish gets revenge. Then, Leon brings out Cinderace, who eliminates Dracovish. With Ash down to only Pikachu, Leon switches in his Charizard, who was his first partner Pokémon, just like Pikachu was Ash’s. After Gigantamaxing, Charizard attacks, while Ash and Pikachu counter with a Z-Move—and the combined power causes Eternatus to appear! But why?1229PJ132

"Partners in Time!"
ファイナルIV「相棒(あいぼう)」
Final IV: "Aibou"
(Final IV: "Partner")

: November 11, 2022
: June 23, 2023

The final round of the Pokémon World Coronation Series Masters Eight Tournament is roaring along, and the power generated by 10,000,000 Volt Thunderbolt and G-Max Wildfire causes a storm of Galar particles! But the Legendary Pokémon Eternatus appears, quelling the disturbance and recharging Leon and Ash’s Dynamax bands. Leon Gigantamaxes his Cinderace, and Ash has Pikachu Gigantamax, too. Pikachu wins the matchup, leaving it and Leon’s Charizard to battle to the end. The battle is like nothing anyone has seen before, and all of Ash’s friends and Pokémon show him and Pikachu their support. In the end, Pikachu wins, and Ash becomes the new World Champion!1230PJ133

"The Mew From Here!"
プロジェクト・ミュウ
Project Mew

: November 25, 2022
: June 23, 2023

While Ash was battling in the Masters Eight Tournament, Goh took on his biggest challenge yet as a member of Project Mew! He joins up with Danika, Quillon, Horace, and Gary, and his excitement mounts as he considers the possibility of finding Mew…or even catching it! But the expedition to Table Mountain is fraught with challenges, detours, and wild Pokémon who aren’t happy to see humans in their territory. Eventually, the Chasers are confronted by two Legendary Pokémon—Groudon and Kyogre. With powerful Pokémon standing in the way, will Goh and the others finally get to meet Mew?1231PJ134

"In the Palms of Our Hands!"
つかみとる未来(みらい)!
Tsukamitoru Mirai!
(Grasp the Future!)

: December 2, 2022
: June 23, 2023

Project Mew is embarking on its most important mission—finally encountering Mew! After the rampaging Groudon and Kyogre are revealed to actually be Mew, the Mythical Pokémon shows Goh and the other Chasers a vision of the beginning of the universe. It then starts to battle them with overwhelmingly powerful attacks, but Goh thinks it’s only playing around. He tells Mew that it’s been the inspiration for so much of his life and adventures and that he’s grateful. Vowing to see it again someday, he’s shocked when Mew suddenly appears in the palm of his hand—literally! Mew then departs, and the Chasers return to a grateful Professor Amaranth.1232PJ135

"Heroes Unite!"
ポケモン! きみにあえてよかった!
Pokemon! Kimi ni Aete Yokatta!!
(Pokémon! I'm Glad I Got to Meet You!)

: December 9, 2022
: June 23, 2023

Now that Ash has won his battle against Leon and Goh has encountered Mew, our heroes have reunited. But Goh wants to become a more capable Trainer, so he contemplates going on his own journey, unsure of what Ash’s reaction might be. The two go camping with Chloe, and they all catch up and share memories of their lives with Pokémon. Suddenly, Ash declares that he wants to start a new journey with Pikachu, causing Goh to storm off in anger. After a heart-to-heart talk with Chloe, Ash meets back up with Goh, and all is peaceful again—but then Lugia appears! That means it’s time for a raid battle!1233PJ136

"This Could Be the Start of Something Big!"
サトシとゴウ! あらたなる旅(たび)立(だ)ち!!
Satoshi to Gō! Aratanaru Tabidachi!!
(Satoshi and Gō! Setting Off on a New Journey!!)

: December 16, 2022
: June 23, 2023

A camping trip becomes even more exciting when Ash and Goh challenge the Legendary Pokémon Lugia to a Raid Battle! The action is fierce but friendly, and eventually Ash and Goh ride on Lugia’s back as it flies over Kanto. The boys are filled with wonder at the Pokémon they see, and it reinforces their own decisions to go on separate journeys. The next day, Ash and Goh depart Cerise Laboratory, with Chloe taking over their work as research fellows, and then they part ways when they reach a fork in the road. The future is in the palms of their hands—as the journey continues!