25x04 - Suffering the Flings and Arrows!

[bunniefuu]

[cheerful music]

[narrator] Ash's goal is to battle one of the world's greatest Trainers, Leon!

Goh's goal is to catch one of every kind of Pokémon,

including Mew!

This is the story of their adventure-filled journey

through the world of Pokémon!

[camera shutter clicks]

-Hey! -We're back, everyone!

[narrator] Ash and Goh have just returned from a trip to the Unova region.

Okay, get ready to meet your new friend.

[warbles]

-[mutters] -Meet Lilligant!

Make it feel at home!

[mumbling]

[Pokémon chitter]

[cheerful music]

[all giggling]

-[Ash laughs] -[Pokémon squawking]

[Pokémon cheering]

Absol.

[cheeky music]

-Gengar. -Raichu.

[mumbling]

[happy gasp]

[grunts]

[muttering]

[calm music]

[chitters]

[muttering]

[chattering]

[tinkling]

[light music]

[gasps]

[dramatic music]

♪ I'll go anywhere if I'm with you ♪

♪ Lightning strikes or any shade of blue ♪

♪ The journey's the best part ♪

♪ Even when the road gets hard ♪

♪ I'll go anywhere if I'm with you ♪

♪ With you ♪

[theme music]

-[Ash] "Suffering the Flings…" -[Goh] "And Arrows!

[Pokémon chomping]

Here you go.

Now, who else?

Oh. Hey, Pinsir, why don't you come and get it?

[sighs]

[somber music sting]

But… What's wrong?

[Ash] That's weird…

[Goh] Yeah.

It's like Pinsir's lost its motivation.

All it does is sigh. I wonder what it feels bad about.

I think it needs to have a battle! Although Pinsir doesn't like battles.

-Hmm… -Grookey, key, key.

You know, if Heracross can cheer it up, that'll do the trick.

-[muttering, gasps] -[groans]

[grunts]

[loud thud]

-Heracro. -[cheering]

It looks like Heracross and Lilligant are friends already.

They don't look like just friends. I think they might be in love.

[tinkling]

Hmm… Heracross has always loved the sweet smell of flowers.

That's why it likes Lilligant. And just maybe…

That's the whole reason Pinsir's been feeling so down.

It thinks its beloved Heracross has been stolen by Lilligant.

Really? Goh, look over there.

-Grookey? -Pika?

-[sobbing] -[somber music]

-Hey, Pinsir! -Wait up!

[somber music]

[Goh] It looks so upset.

-Pika. -What am I gonna do now?

Having Heracross not hang out with Lilligant

doesn't feel like the right solution.

[somber music continues]

[sighs]

[sighs]

[sobbing]

What was that about?

I think it's probably trying to give itself a flower,

just like Lilligant.

Aw, man.

Pinsir's awesome. An amazing Pokémon, and just so gentle.

[Goh] I've got to find a way to help it out somehow!

Hey, if it were me, I'd do lots of training, then I'd eat!

We need something more specific, just for Pinsir.

Pokémon flower arranging class, and there's a free demo.

You and your Pokémon partner

will learn all the artistic charms of flower arranging.

-That certainly sounds interesting. -For sure!

And if we take the class, we may get to meet a Leafeon.

-Can we go? -I don't see why not!

All right! Isn't that great, Eevee?

Eevee, vee!

-That's it! -What's it?

Pokémon and the charm of flowers!

If Pinsir could learn more about flower arranging,

it could become better friends with Heracross.

-You know, that just might work! -Oh!

What's this about?

[horn honks]

Wow.

Pinsir's got a romantic rival?

I really wanna help it however I can.

That's why you're learning flower arranging?

I see. Great idea!

We're supposed to go to the Celadon City Gym.

-Isn't that a Pokémon Gym? -Erika's the Gym Leader!

Her specialty is Grass types.

Huh? How do you know her?

We challenged that Gym a while back, right, buddy?

Pika, pika.

-Oh. -Wow!

-[Goh] So this is Celadon City Gym. -It smells so wonderful!

-Eevee! -Grookey!

Excuse me.

We're here for the Pokémon flower arranging.

That's wonderful.

Then would you please fill out this form?

You wanna try it out too?

Pikachu.

[Erica] Welcome to the Celadon City Gym.

Nice to meet you.

My name's Erika, the Gym Leader.

[kids] Hi there! It's a pleasure to see you.

Thank you. Oh, my…

-Don't I know you? -That's right.

-I'm Ash. -I recognize you now.

Hi, Ash!

[Erica] You helped rescue all the Pokémon after the Gym caught fire!

I want to thank you again. You did a really wonderful thing!

-Aw… -Ash, you really did that?

So today, you're here for the demonstration

about our Pokémon flower arranging class.

And your partners are Pikachu, Eevee, and Grookey?

No, not quite.

Here's who I'd like you to meet. [chuckles]

[zapping]

Oh, my, a Pinsir!

Oh, dear.

[sniffing]

I can't get enough of that wonderful flower smell!

It's just so fragrant!

The Celadon City Gym researches the different scents

given off by flowers, other plant life, and Pokémon.

We make perfumes out of them.

The scent you smell is derived from the leaves of our Leafeon.

-[mutters] -[gasps]

[chimes]

[Rotom Phone] Leafeon. The Verdant Pokémon.

A Grass type.

Like plants, Leafeon photosynthesize and generate extremely fresh air.

The perfume made from its leaves is quite popular.

Eevee, vee!

Now, what could be happening here?

My Eevee isn't sure what to evolve into,

so it's busy studying all of its Evolutions.

Remarkable!

That means need to set an excellent example for Eevee, Leafeon.

[Pokémon mutter]

[light music]

Pokémon flower arranging,

decorating Pokémon with flowers until the two are one.

You're witnessing a brand-new art form.

First, you select a flower you like, and cut it to the desired length.

[Erica] Then you decorate your Pokémon partner with it.

You must keep in mind how you want to decorate your partner,

as well as how your partner would like to be decorated.

These must be carefully considered.

You're both contributing to its creation, joining art, nature,

and the love in your heart,

while simultaneously deepening the bonds between the two of you.

-Gorgeous! -How pretty!

Eevee! Eevee, eevee, eevee.

Pinsir, what do you think?

Do you see how much beauty a Pokémon is capable of creating?

[grumbling]

-Isn't this awesome, Pinsir? -Yeah!

Heracross will fall back in love with you, for sure!

Then you and Heracross will end up being a happy couple in no time at all!

A happy couple?

Could it be you want to use Pokémon flower arranging for romance?

Uh? Well, it's just that…

[Goh] Am I doing this for the wrong reasons?

I think that's wonderful!

A Trainer should want to see their Pokémon be happy.

I insist that you two allow me to help you out.

-[both chuckle] -Thanks! What a relief!

So, everyone.

First, find flowers that you and your partner enjoy,

then arrange them any way that you like!

[kids] Okay!

[Jessie] Pokémon flower arranging class.

Perfect for picking lots of Pokémon fast.

We're witnessing a Twerp fest running amuck.

What it is, Jessie?

But first, they'll give us lots and lots of Pikachu luck!

[Wobbuffet grumbling]

[Ash] Who's that Pokémon?

-Pika? -[Leafeon] Feon.

Pika, pika!

[light music]

[humming]

So, what do you think of these flowers, Eevee?

-[muttering] -[gasps]

You mean you want the same kind of flowers as Leafeon?

-Eevee, vee. -Okay.

Let's try it!

[Ash] Pikachu, how about this?

Pika.

Pika, pika.

Awesome! That isn't half bad!

This is really getting to be fun, so let's do a bunch more!

You know, I think Heracross may really like it.

[Goh] Perfect! It looks great on you!

[happy gasp]

Really? I'm so happy!

Now, let's decorate you with that as the centerpiece!

-Grookey will help us. -[Grookey] Grookey!

Stop it! Don't go playing on your own!

-Okay. -[chittering]

-[gasps] -[chittering continues]

Um, aren't you overdoing it a little bit?

-[giggling] -[Jessie] I do beg your pardon!

Huh?

We're here to learn all about this Pokémon flower arranging.

Our apologies if we startled you.

[meowing]

Then do come in.

Who are your partners? Wobbuffet and Meowth, right?

-[Wobbuffet] Wobbuffet! -Wobbuffet and Meowth?

[both whimper]

-[meowing] -Well, it can't be.

[sneaky music]

As soon as we get our chance, we poach Pikachu!

-A big / on that. -Hmm…

[Goh] It's not bad, but it's still missing something.

Let's see. Flower buds?

But shouldn't they be blooming?

Let's see.

Let's put this flower here. As for your back…

Look. This is pretty tough.

[grunting] Eevee!

Oh, Eevee! I'm sorry!

Uh, it's just not coming together.

-Man. What am I missing? -Pika, pika.

[pensive music]

The instant that they let their guards are down…

We're in for the grab. Ready to pounce?

[meowing]

[gasps] Oh, I'm so sorry.

Think nothing of it.

-Oy! -[gasps]

[both] Think nothing of it!

Sure.

Each Pokémon has its own personality and its own quirks.

[Erica] For the energetic, super flowery is best.

For quieter ones, more elegant and refined.

Why not try arrangements that reflect their personalities?

Their personalities?

Huh?

Could we use these too?

Reflect their personalities…

-Hm… -[Grookey chitters]

Of course! That's it!

It appears that each of you has spent some enjoyable time

with your partners.

Therefore, perhaps we should present the results.

So, first up, we have… And where might you be going?

[James] Busted!

We're all right here.

We simply felt the urge to pick flowers!

Of course, we did! We adore picking flowers!

-[meowing] -[Wobbuffet chitters]

-[James] If you'll excuse us… -[Jessie] Ta-ta!

What is wrong with those people?

[exhales heavily] With the Twerps standing so close,

plucking Pikachu will be impossible!

They're such a headache, we'll be forced to use force!

Of course!

[both] All right, come on down!

[singing]

[cheers] Yahoo!

[James and Jessie] Our secret… Rocket Prize Master!

And what do we get this time?

[Jessie] The Bloom Sickle Pokémon, Lurantis!

[Lurantis] Lurantis.

[James] And the Nurturing Pokémon, Leavanny!

[Leavanny moans]

-Mission, rev up! -Obvy, ma'am!

Now, Chloe, I'd like you to start things off.

Thank you! Eevee?

Vee! Eevee, vee, vee.

-[twinkling] -[Erica] Oh, my!

You really accentuated Eevee's unique personality,

while matching Leafeon at the same time.

-Leafy! -You've made Leafeon so happy!

[Chloe] What a relief!

-Wow! -Perfect match!

Grookey.

-And now, it's Ash's turn. -Sure!

-Pikachu? -Pika!

-[Goh] Hm? What's that? -[Ash snickers]

'Kay, Pikachu. Thunderbolt, now, let's go!

-Pikachu! -[crackling]

-Gorgeous! -[gasps]

You're so bright and beautiful.

Pika!

[Erica] An arrangement specifically meant for an Electric type Pokémon!

Well, I just wanted to show off what makes Pikachu Pikachu!

Pretty good! But my ideas are still gonna win!

All right then, Goh. You're up!

Yes, ma'am! Pinsir!

[lively music]

[Chloe giggles]

-So pretty! -It sure is!

We're not through.

Get ready, Grookey. Give it the finishing touch.

Grookey!

-[gibbering] -[twinkling]

[screeches]

-Incredible! -Stupendous!

Truly wonderful!

Now, that's an arrangement that could only come

from both Pinsir and Grookey combining their hearts

into a single display!

It's too bad Heracross isn't here.

[Goh snickers] I brought Heracross along too!

-[Ash] No way! -[gasps]

-They're face to face! -This'll be great!

It makes my heart bloom with happiness and joy!

Heracross, come on out!

-[yelps] -Pikachu!

[grunts]

-Pikachu! -What's this all about?

[tense music]

Prepare for trouble, it's all about us!

And make it double. No muss, no fuss!

To protect the world from devastation!

To unite all people within our nation!

To denounce the evils of truth and love!

To extend our reach to the stars above!

-Jessie! -And James!

Team Rocket blasts off at the speed of light!

Surrender now or prepare for a floral fight!

-Meowth! That's right! -Wobbuffet!

-It's Team Rocket! -Of course!

I thought they looked weird!

Pikachu's on our team, see?

Joined by your other Pokémon, yippee!

All right, Leavanny, use String Shot!

[mumbles]

I won't allow troublemakers in my Gym!

Leafeon, use Razor Leaf!

[yells]

Get out of there using Iron Tail, Pikachu!

[grunts] Pika!

[Pokémon chatter]

[grunts]

Quick, Lurantis, use Leaf Blade!

Lurantis.

Heracross, Fury Attack!

-[yells] -[grunting]

Leafeon, use Razor Leaf!

-[shrieks] -Eevee?

Eevee!

[determined grunt] Eevee, use Razor Leaf!

-Eevee! -[grunting]

Pikachu, Thunderbolt, let's go!

-[grunting] -[screams]

[groans]

Lurantis, Petal Blizzard!

[blasting]

And Solar Beam!

Lurantis!

[Goh] Heracross, brace yourself!

-[blasting] -[gasps]

[tense music]

-Pinsir, no! -Hera?

[groaning]

[grumbles]

Good going, Pinsir! X Scissor!

-[grunts] -[Team Rocket whimper]

[blasts]

[Team Rocket] We're blasting off again!

[Wobbuffet] Wobbu!

-Incredible! -Pinsir, you did it!

-[mutters] -[gasps]

Huh? Pinsir's flowers.

I'm so sorry.

[somber music]

[gasps]

Hera.

[mutters]

Look, Pinsir's bravery has made Heracross fall in love again!

Uh-huh. Good for the both of you.

They make a wonderful couple, don't they?

That was certainly some ordeal today.

Now, please, never forget your love for flowers and Pokémon.

-Right! -Thank you for all of your help!

Oh, and here's something for Chloe.

It's Leafeon perfume.

Please accept this with my sincere wish that Eevee finds its answer.

Thank you so very much!

[narrator] And so, the Pokémon flower arranging class

has helped our heroes deepen their bonds with their Pokémon.

[light music]

[quivering]

[shouting]

[screams]

[Goh] What are you doing?

Maybe that's a hug. [Chloe awkward chuckle]

[Ash] Pinsir's so strong!

[narrator] But there may be some adjusting to do,

as the journey continues.

[closing theme music]