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'''The Lonely Snover!''' (Japanese: '''さびしがりやのユキカブリ！''' ''The Lonely {{tt|Yukikaburi|Snover}}!'') is the 121st episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 587th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on April 2, 2009, as part of a one-hour special along with [[DP122|''Stopped in the Name of Love!'']] and in the United States on August 22, 2009.
'''The Lonely Snover!''' (Japanese: '''さびしがりやのユキカブリ！''' ''The Lonely {{tt|Yukikaburi|Snover}}!'') is the 121st episode of ''[[Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl]]'', and the 587th episode of the [[Pokémon animated series]]. It first aired in Japan on April 2, 2009, as part of a one-hour special along with [[DP122]], and in the United States on August 22, 2009.
 
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==Synopsis==
==Blurb==
“Pausing for a moment on their way to [[Snowpoint City]], and {{Ash}}’s next Sinnoh Gym Battle; A mountain cliff with a sprawling view catches their attention.” As they admire the view, they hear a group of {{p|Cherrim}} cheerfully singing in their sunshine form. {{an|Dawn}} comments on their cuteness, while Ash announces his restlessness on days such as this. Ash voices his eagerness for his battle in Snowpoint City, and Dawn remarks that she knows he's ready for it. However what the gang don't know is that they're being watched.
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<i>In the middle of a practice battle between Grotle and Chimchar, Ash and his friends are frozen solid by an icy blast from an unseen Pokémon. Once Chimchar thaws everyone out, they decide it's a sign to get out of the area. But as they try to leave, they're tripped up by a Grass Knot, tied up by Ingrain, and put to sleep with Grass Whistle! When our heroes wake up, they see the Snover who's behind all the attacks—but Snover isn't hostile, it's downright friendly! It just wants everyone to stop and taste the delicious berries that grow on its body. Snover looks so lonely, Ash even invites it to stay with the group for a while.
 
That night, Team Rocket sneaks over and kidnaps Snover, thinking its berries will be a big hit with their boss. The plan is cut short when Ash's Grotle easily rescues Snover, forcing Team Rocket to make a hasty retreat. The next morning, Grotle makes more new friends; wild Pokémon show up to eat the nuts that grow on Grotle's leafy back. But that just makes it an added bonus for Team
 
Rocket, who return and scoop up Grotle and Snover in a cage! Team Rocket takes off in their balloon, but Grotle escapes the cage and Snover uses Ingrain to break Grotle's fall. Snover itself is still trapped, and now Team Rocket is speeding off into the distance!


Ash begins to train {{AP|Grotle}} and {{AP|Chimchar}} in a battle, as {{an|Brock}}, Dawn, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} and Pikachu watch. Ash commands Grotle to use {{m|Razor Leaf}}, and Chimchar to dodge and use {{m|Flamethrower}}. Chimchar doges the storm of leaves, and unleashes its Flamethrower. Ash tells Grotle to dodge and use {{m|Bite}}, however due to its speed lost from evolving Grotle is hit in the side of the face. Grotle shakes off the attack and continues with its previous instructions. Grotle clenches its jaws onto Chimchar’s arm, pinning it to the ground. Brock and Dawn comment on how strong Grotle has become since it evolved. Ash orders Chimchar to knock Grotle off with another flamethrower. Temporarily phased by the flames, Grotle lets loose and backs away allowing Chimchar to stand up. Grotle remarks on Chimchar’s attack, and Ash calls an end to the training match. Ash praises Chimchar for a good job, then Grotle with Pikachu joining in. Ash notices Grotle’s exhaustion and suggests to Grotle that it heal itself with {{m|Synthesis}}. Grotle agrees, and uses Synthesis restoring its health. Healed it wallows with happiness, that is until a {{m|Powder Snow}} hurtles towards it and the others. Ash and the gang are flash-frozen in various poses of surprise, with the exception of Chimchar’s tail flame. Just then the group's mysterious stalker reveals itself... a {{p|Snover}}, which pops out from behind a bush and cautiously approaches. Snover investigates them, then breaks into a gleeful dance before noticing Chimchar’s still roaring tail flame. The flame melts and breaks free from the ice causing Snover to retreat in fear. Snover hides behind its bush, then peaks back to see Chimchar freshly thawed from the ice. Chimchar is a little dazed as it falls back, then it becomes fully aware when it sees the other's frozen condition. Chimchar uses Flamethrower to thaw and free the others. Confused on what had taken place, they decide to go.
As Ash, Dawn, and Brock chase the balloon, Grotle struggles to catch up. Determined to save its new friend, it uses a new move, Rock Climb, to race up the walls of a canyon. This gets Grotle close enough to Team Rocket's balloon that it can leap into the air and burst the balloon, then catch Snover as it falls out of the cage. After Grotle is congratulated for its amazing save, Ash and his friends meet a teacher out for a stroll with her class. The teacher tells Dawn about an upcoming contest in nearby Sandalstraw Town, so our heroes make that the next stop on their journey to Snowpoint City. And since the teacher's students all love playing with Snover, it looks like its lonely days are over!</i>


{{p|Snover}} continues to stalk them from behind bushes, stopping to use {{m|Grass Knot}} against them. Ash falls causing Brock to rush to his aid, also falling victim to Grass Knot. Dawn begins to comment on how they should watch where they are going, only to meet a similar fate. Brock questions the event, and observes two grass blades tied into a loop around his foot. Brock identifies it as a Grass Knot, and the group realizes that the strange events from before and this was caused by a Pokémon. Dawn suspects the Pokémon of still being around as Snover laughs. Ash calls attention to the bush Snover is hiding behind, and they go to investigate. Snover panics from their threats and uses {{m|Ingrain}}, which caues vines to burst out of the ground and capture Ash and the others. Snover comes out of hiding and dances in celebration, revealing who it was that been playing pranks on them. Ash, who had his hands free, pulls out his Pokédex to identify Snover. Thinking it has secured them, Snover approaches them. Ash angrily calls out Grotle and has it use Razor Leaf to free them. Snover preemptively uses {{m|GrassWhistle}} to put everyone asleep, then happily goes over to Ash to wake him. Snover shakes Ash’s shoulder, waking him up and surprising him. Snover gleefully hugs Ash, and snuggles him. GrassWhistle’s effects wear off the others, who wake up to the scene. Dawn questions Ash on what was happening, and Ash replies that Snover is showing what it's friendly. Snover lets go of Ash, picking a Snoverberry off itself for Ash. Ash accepts, causing Dawn and Brock to examine the strange gift. Ash splits his giving half to Brock, and Snover hands Dawn a whole one. They all split their shares with the Pokémon and consume the pieces. They are surprised by the taste, and then they thank Snover. Brock comes up with the conclusion that Snover used all the pranks so he could stop them, then share the fruit with them. Snover becomes embarrassed as Ash comments on how extreme its approach was, while Team Rocket spies on them from above. From their balloon, Team Rocket begin to plan a scheme to give Snover to [[Giovanni|the boss]]. They fantasize about him opening up Snoverberry stands, and becoming richer by cornering the market... naturally Giovanni will then decide to return the favor and make them rich too. They cheer happily at the thought, with James the only one to question if a Snover can produced enough berries.
==Plot==
Pausing for a moment on their way to [[Snowpoint City]], and {{Ash}}'s next Sinnoh Gym Battle; a mountain cliff with a sprawling view catches their attention. As they admire the view, they hear a group of {{p|Cherrim}} cheerfully singing in their [[List of Pokémon with form differences#Cherrim|Sunshine Form]]. {{an|Dawn}} comments on their cuteness, while Ash announces his restlessness on days such as this. Ash voices his eagerness for his battle in Snowpoint City, and Dawn remarks that she knows he's ready for it. However what the gang don't know is that they're being watched.


Night falls and Ash and the others are enjoying dinner with the Pokémon. Snover displays a healthy appetite, enjoying all of the attention. After dinner Ash and his friends say their good nights to Snover, but Snover is reluctant to leave his friends. They notice this behavior and Ash invites Snover for breakfast, in extension to staying the night with them. Snover eagerly accepts in a comical manner, much to the other's amusement. As the group sleeps, Team Rocket lands their balloon. With a robotic arm, they steal a berry and eat it. They all cry in joy from the flavor, and compares the berries to perfection and paradise. They regain their composure, extending the robotic arm to net Snover. Pikachu and Piplup alert the others, and team rocket begin their motto. Having dressed during the motto, Ash questions Team Rocket on what they were doing with Snover. Jessie reveals their plan to give Snover to the boss, and use its berries to make them rich. Ash angrily refuses to let them have Snover, calling Grotle out and commanding it to use Razor Leaf on the net and free Snover. Snover quickly takes shelter behind Ash, who then tells Pikachu to use Thunderbolt. Pikachu zaps Team Rocket, causing Jessie to become furious. Jessie calls out {{TP|Jessie|Yanmega}} to do a {{m|Silver Wind}} which strikes at Ash and his friends feet, causing them to be distracted as James calls out {{TP|James|Carnivine}}. Carivine, as per usual and much to Jessie and Meowth's dismay, bites James's head upon release. James commands Carnivine to use {{m|Bullet Seed}}, and it to strikes at the Ash and the others feet. Team Rocket takes this opportunity to escape, and Ash commands Grotle to stop them with Razor Leaf. Grotle is however unable to reach much to its churnings. Ash has Pikachu use Iron Tail, who dashes up the mountain side and attacking Team Rocket’s Balloon. The balloon ruptures and sends Team Rocket blasting off. Snover celebrates by dancing happily.
Ash begins to train {{AP|Grotle}} and {{AP|Chimchar}} in a battle, as {{an|Brock}}, Dawn, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} and Pikachu watch. Ash commands Grotle to use {{m|Razor Leaf}}, and Chimchar to dodge and use {{m|Flamethrower}}. Chimchar dodges the storm of leaves, and unleashes its Flamethrower. Ash tells Grotle to dodge and use {{m|Bite}}, however due to its speed lost from evolving Grotle is hit in the side of the face. Grotle shakes off the attack and continues with its previous instructions. Grotle clenches its jaws onto Chimchar's arm, pinning it to the ground. Brock and Dawn comment on how strong Grotle has become since it evolved. Ash orders Chimchar to knock Grotle off with another flamethrower. Temporarily phased by the flames, Grotle lets loose and backs away allowing Chimchar to stand up. Grotle remarks on Chimchar's attack, and Ash calls an end to the training match. Ash praises Chimchar for a good job, then Grotle with Pikachu joining in. Ash notices Grotle's exhaustion and suggests to Grotle that it heal itself with {{m|Synthesis}}. Grotle agrees, and uses Synthesis restoring its health. Healed it wallows with happiness, that is until a {{m|Powder Snow}} hurtles towards it and the others. Ash and the gang are flash-frozen in various poses of surprise, with the exception of Chimchar's tail flame. Just then the unknown Pokémon reveals itself as a {{p|Snover}}, which pops out from behind a bush and cautiously approaches. Snover investigates them, then breaks into a gleeful dance before noticing Chimchar's still roaring tail flame. The flame melts and breaks free from the ice causing Snover to retreat in fear. Snover hides behind its bush, then peeks back to see Chimchar freshly thawed from the ice. Chimchar is a little dazed as it falls back, then it becomes fully aware when it sees the other's frozen condition. Chimchar uses Flamethrower to thaw and free the others. Confused on what had taken place, they decide to go.


The next morning Dawn comments on the weather, while the gang has breakfast. Snover tricks Chimchar out of its Pokéfood, which causes Chimchar to become unhappy. Snover apologizes and presents Chimchar with its food, and Ash comments on it liking practical jokes. Brock suggest that they move on, and Ash tells the Pokémon to get ready. Ash finishes recalling everyone but Grotle. Ash looks for Grotle and notice some wild Pokémon perched on Grotle’s back. Ash and the others investigate and find nuts growing on its back, which the Pokémon were enjoying. Ash samples one and finds out it doesn’t taste good to humans, but great to Pokémon as Pikachu gladly finishes it. The gang notes that this mean that Grotle has now completely adjusted to it's evolution from {{p|Turtwig}} and the fact that some Pokémon grow such things as nuts and berries on their bodies reminds the gang of the wonder and mystery that still surrounds them. Things don’t stay peaceful long though, as Team Rocket launches a surprise attack and captures Grotle and Snover in a cage. Ash and Pikachu retaliate with Thunderbolt, but Team Rocket has protected the balloon from electric attacks. Thinking quickly, Ash tells Grotle to use Energy Ball and destroy Team Rocket’s cage. Grotle blows the side off, and causing Team Rocket’s balloon to descend. The cage rocks, and to everyone’s horror Grotle falls out hurtling towards the ground. Snover uses {{m|Ingrain}} to catch Grotle, setting it down safely. Ash and the others run up to Grotle, and call to Snover to jump and they’ll catch it but it's to scared to move. Jessie tells them that they’re one step ahead of them, and Meowth actives the balloon’s rocket engines. Snover holds on to the cage in fright, and Ash and the others go after them. Ash tells {{AP|Pikachu}} to use {{m|Thunderbolt}}, and Dawn tells Piplup to use {{m|BubbleBeam}} but they can't catch up to the balloon. Grotle, who is lagging badly behind the others, trips over and becomes discouraged at how slow it still is. Grotle remembers how kind and playful Snover was towards the group, and can't bear to allow Team Rocket to get away with it. Hearing it cry in fear Grotle stands up strong, roaring with a outburst of energy. Grotle use Synthesis to regain its strength, then its claws began to grow and illuminate and suddenly glow and sharpen.
{{p|Snover}} continues to pops up without knowing, stopping to use {{m|Grass Knot}} against them. Ash falls causing Brock to rush to his aid, also falling victim to Grass Knot. Dawn begins to comment on how they should watch where they are going, only to meet a similar fate. Brock questions the event, and observes two grass blades tied into a loop around his foot. Brock identifies it as a Grass Knot, and the group realizes that the strange events from before and this was caused by a Pokémon. Dawn suspects the Pokémon of still being around as Snover laughs. Ash calls attention to the bush Snover is hiding behind, and they go to investigate. Snover panics from their threats and uses {{m|Ingrain}}, which causes vines to burst out of the ground and capture Ash and the others. Snover comes out of hiding and dances in celebration, revealing who it was that been playing pranks on them. Ash, who had his hands free, pulls out his Pokédex to identify Snover. Thinking it has secured them, Snover approaches them. Ash angrily calls out Grotle and has it use Razor Leaf to free them. Snover preemptively uses {{m|Grass Whistle}} to put everyone {{status|asleep}}, then happily goes over to Ash to wake him. Snover shakes Ash's shoulder, waking him up and surprising him. Snover gleefully hugs Ash, and snuggles him. Grass Whistle's effects wear off the others, who wake up to the scene. Dawn questions Ash on what was happening, and Ash replies that Snover is showing that it's friendly. Snover lets go of Ash, picking a Snoverberry off itself for Ash. Ash accepts, causing Dawn and Brock to examine the strange gift. Ash splits his giving half to Brock, and Snover hands Dawn a whole one. They all split their shares with the Pokémon and consume the pieces. They are surprised by the taste, and then they thank Snover. Brock comes up with the conclusion that Snover used all the pranks so he could stop them, then share the fruit with them. Snover becomes embarrassed as Ash comments on how extreme its approach was, while {{TRT}} spies on them from above. From their balloon, Team Rocket begin to plan a scheme to give Snover to {{an|Giovanni|their boss}}. They fantasize about him opening up Snoverberry stands, and becoming richer by cornering the market. They cheer happily at the thought, with James the only one to question if a Snover can produced enough Berries.


The gang are having no luck catching up to the balloon when suddenly Grotle stampedes past them at high speed... on the side of the cliff! Brock comments that Grotle is using {{m|Rock Climb}} and Ash cheers Grotle on, as it has soon not only caught up to Team Rocket but is also matching the height of the balloon. Team Rocket decide to try and outrun Grotle and take the balloon up higher. Grotle gets on the top of cliff and launches itself high into the air much to Team Rocket's surprise it slashes through their balloon. The balloon explodes, as Grotle sails clear... as for Team Rocket, they're sent  blasting off again... again. Grotle lands safely, but Snover is unconscious and is hurtling to the ground. Everyone rushes to catch Snover before its to late, with Brock calling {{TP|Brock|Happiny}} to catch Snover. Happiny speeds ahead but clearly won't make it in time. Grotle however saves the day by launching off the side of the cliff, and using Bite to catch Snover. Grotle drops Snover into Happiny's arms and lands on the ground. Grotle collapses, exhausted but Ash and Snover rush towards it, Ash telling the Grove Pokémon how impressed and proud he is while Snover thanks his friend for saving him.
Night falls and Ash and the others are enjoying dinner with the Pokémon. Snover displays a healthy appetite, enjoying all of the attention. After dinner Ash and his friends say their good nights to Snover, but Snover is reluctant to leave his friends. They notice this behavior and Ash invites Snover for breakfast, in extension to staying the night with them. Snover eagerly accepts in a comical manner, much to the other's amusement. As the group sleeps, Team Rocket lands their balloon. With a robotic arm, they steal a Berry and eat it. They all cry in joy from the flavor, and compares the Berries to perfection and paradise. They regain their composure, extending the robotic arm to net Snover. Pikachu and Piplup alert the others, and team rocket begin their motto. Having dressed during the motto, Ash questions Team Rocket on what they were doing with Snover. Jessie reveals their plan to give Snover to the boss, and use its Berries to make them rich. Ash angrily refuses to let them have Snover, calling Grotle out and commanding it to use Razor Leaf on the net and free Snover. Snover quickly takes shelter behind Ash, who then tells Pikachu to use Thunderbolt. Pikachu zaps Team Rocket, causing Jessie to become furious. Jessie calls out {{TP|Jessie|Yanmega}} to do a {{m|Silver Wind}} which strikes at Ash and his friends feet, causing them to be distracted as James calls out {{TP|James|Carnivine}}. Carnivine, as per usual and much to Jessie and Meowth's dismay, bites James's head upon release. James commands Carnivine to use {{m|Bullet Seed}}, and it to strikes at the Ash and the others feet. Team Rocket takes this opportunity to escape, and Ash commands Grotle to stop them with Razor Leaf. Grotle is however unable to reach much to its chagrin. Ash has Pikachu use Iron Tail, who dashes up the mountain side and attacking Team Rocket's Balloon. The balloon ruptures and sends Team Rocket blasting off. Snover celebrates by dancing happily.


Later they approach the foot of the mountain, when a group of school children notice Snover. Excited about seeing a Snover, the children hurry over with their teacher following behind. Brock falls for the teacher and scatters over to her, and begin flirting hoping to take the teacher out... however, as usual, Brock is only one taken by {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}}'s {{m|Poison Jab}}. Croagunk drags Brock away, as Ash, Dawn and the Pokémon approach. The kids run over to Snover and gather around it as it danced happily. Snover gives the Teacher a Snoverberry, which Brock (recovered from Croagunk’s Poison Jab) tells them is very delicious. The teacher splits the berry up into pieces so all the kids could have some, and they are delighted by the taste. The teacher thanks Snover, and the kids and Snover begin playing together. The teacher then ask Ash and the others if they were Pokémon trainers, to which Ash eagerly replies. Dawn specifies that she is a Coordinator, and the teacher asks if she's arrived for the [[Sandalstraw Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}. Unaware of the contest, the teacher reveals to Dawn that the contest is only a few days away... and luckily Sandalstraw Town is very near and within visual distance. Dawn decides to enter, knowing this is the perfect chance for her to get the fifth [[Ribbon]] she needs for the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival|Grand Festival]] so the gang agree to head there. Ash tells Snover they have to go, but with his new friends he shouldn’t be lonely anymore. The gang say their goodbyes and make their way to Sandalstraw Town.
The next morning Dawn comments on the weather, while the gang has breakfast. Snover tricks Chimchar out of its Pokéfood, which causes Chimchar to become unhappy. Snover apologizes and presents Chimchar with its food, and Ash comments on it liking practical jokes. Brock suggest that they move on, and Ash tells the Pokémon to get ready. Ash finishes recalling everyone but Grotle. Ash looks for Grotle and notice some wild Pokémon perched on Grotle's back. Ash and the others investigate and find nuts growing on its back, which the Pokémon were enjoying. Ash samples one and finds out it doesn't taste good to humans, but great to Pokémon as Pikachu gladly finishes it. The gang notes that this mean that Grotle has now completely adjusted to its evolution from {{p|Turtwig}} and the fact that some Pokémon grow such things as nuts and Berries on their bodies reminds the gang of the wonder and mystery that still surrounds them. Things don't stay peaceful long though, as Team Rocket launches a surprise attack and captures Grotle and Snover in a cage. Ash and Pikachu retaliate with Thunderbolt, but Team Rocket has protected the balloon from electric attacks. Thinking quickly, Ash tells Grotle to use Energy Ball and destroy Team Rocket's cage. Grotle blows the side off, and causing Team Rocket's balloon to descend. The cage rocks, and to everyone's horror Grotle falls out hurtling towards the ground. Snover uses {{m|Ingrain}} to catch Grotle, setting it down safely. Ash and the others run up to Grotle, and call to Snover to jump and they'll catch it but it's too scared to move. Jessie tells them that they're one step ahead of them, and Meowth activates the balloon's rocket engines. Snover holds on to the cage in fright, and Ash and the others go after them. Ash tells {{AP|Pikachu}} to use {{m|Thunderbolt}}, and Dawn tells Piplup to use {{m|Bubble Beam}} but they can't catch up to the balloon. Grotle, who is lagging badly behind the others, trips over and becomes discouraged at how slow it still is. Grotle remembers how kind and playful Snover was towards the group, and can't bear to allow Team Rocket to get away with it. Hearing it cry in fear Grotle stands up strong, roaring with an outburst of energy. Grotle use Synthesis to regain its strength, then its claws began to grow and illuminate and suddenly glow and sharpen.
 
The gang is having no luck catching up to the balloon when suddenly Grotle stampedes past them at high speed on the side of the cliff. Brock comments that Grotle is using {{m|Rock Climb}} and Ash cheers Grotle on, as it has soon not only caught up to Team Rocket but is also matching the height of the balloon. Team Rocket decide to try to outrun Grotle and take the balloon up higher. Grotle gets on the top of cliff and launches itself high into the air much to Team Rocket's surprise it slashes through their balloon. The balloon explodes, as Grotle sails clear, while Team Rocket is sent blasting off again. Grotle lands safely, but Snover is unconscious and is hurtling to the ground. Everyone rushes to catch Snover before it's too late, with Brock calling {{TP|Brock|Happiny}} to catch Snover. Happiny speeds ahead but clearly won't make it in time. Grotle however saves the day by launching off the side of the cliff, and using Bite to catch Snover. Grotle drops Snover into Happiny's arms and lands on the ground. Grotle collapses, exhausted but Ash and Snover rush towards it, Ash telling the Grove Pokémon how impressed and proud he is while Snover thanks his friend for saving him.
 
Later they approach the foot of the mountain, when a group of school children notice Snover. Excited about seeing a Snover, the children hurry over with their teacher following behind. Brock falls for the teacher and scatters over to her, and begin flirting hoping to take the teacher out. However, Brock is taken out by {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}}'s {{m|Poison Jab}}. Croagunk drags Brock away, as Ash, Dawn and the Pokémon approach. The kids run over to Snover and gather around it as it danced happily. Snover gives the teacher a Snoverberry, which Brock (recovered from Croagunk's Poison Jab) tells them is very delicious. The teacher splits the Berry up into pieces so all the kids could have some, and they are delighted by the taste. The teacher thanks Snover, and the kids and Snover begin playing together. The teacher then ask Ash and the others if they were [[Pokémon Trainer]]s, to which Ash eagerly replies. Dawn specifies that she is a [[Pokémon Coordinator]], and the teacher asks if she has arrived for the [[Sandalstraw Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}. Unaware of the Contest, the teacher reveals to Dawn that the Contest is only a few days away. Luckily, Sandalstraw Town is very near and within visual distance. Dawn decides to enter, knowing this is the perfect chance for her to get the fifth [[Ribbon]] she needs for the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival|Grand Festival]] so the gang agree to head there. Ash tells Snover they have to go, but with his new friends he shouldn't be lonely anymore. The gang say their goodbyes and make their way to Sandalstraw Town.


==Major events==
==Major events==
* [[Ash's Grotle]] learns {{m|Rock Climb}}.
* [[Ash's Grotle]] learns {{m|Rock Climb}}.
* {{an|Dawn}} learns of a {{pkmn|Contest}} in [[Sandalstraw Town]].
* {{an|Dawn}} learns that a [[Pokémon Contest]] will be held in [[Sandalstraw Town]].
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===Debuts===
===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
====Pokémon debuts====
=====TV episode debuts=====
=====Main series debuts=====
* {{p|Snover}}
* {{p|Snover}}


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* [[Jessie]]
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[James]]
* [[Giovanni]] (fantasy)
* {{an|Giovanni}} ([[Boss fantasy|fantasy]])
* {{OBP|Teacher|DP121}}
* {{OBP|Teacher|DP121}}
* Schoolchildren
* Schoolchildren
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* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Grotle}} ({{OP|Ash|Grotle}})
* {{p|Grotle}} ({{OP|Ash|Grotle}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ({{OP|Ash|Staraptor}})
* {{p|Chimchar}} ({{OP|Ash|Chimchar}})
* {{p|Chimchar}} ({{OP|Ash|Chimchar}})
* {{p|Buizel}} ({{OP|Ash|Buizel}})
* {{p|Buizel}} ({{OP|Ash|Buizel}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Buneary}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buneary}})
* {{p|Buneary}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buneary}})
* {{p|Pachirisu}} ({{OP|Dawn|Pachirisu}})
* {{p|Pachirisu}} ({{OP|Dawn|Pachirisu}})
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* {{p|Carnivine}} ({{OP|James|Carnivine}})
* {{p|Carnivine}} ({{OP|James|Carnivine}})
* {{p|Snover}}
* {{p|Snover}}
* {{p|Starly}} (×2)  
* {{p|Starly}} (×2)
* {{p|Kricketot}}
* {{p|Kricketot}}
* {{p|Swablu}} (×2)
* {{p|Swablu}} (×2)
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* ''[[Together]]'' is used as background music.
[[File:DP121 Title Card JP.png|thumb|250px|The Japanese title card featuring Spiky-eared Pichu]]
* This is the first episode in which a main character's Pokémon explicitly uses a current [[HM]] move.
[[File:DP121 Title Card.png|thumb|250px|The English title card]]
* This episode marks the first time [[Ash's Grotle]] has used a move besides {{m|Razor Leaf}} since its evolution in ''[[DP100|Aiding the Enemy!]]''.
[[File:New TBC.png|thumb|250px|The new "To Be Continued"]]
*Snover's {{m|GrassWhistle}} is a remix of Oracion.
* [[Get Fired Up, Spiky-eared Pichu!]] replaced [[Surely Tomorrow]] as the [[List of Japanese ending themes|Japanese ending theme]].
* After eating a piece of Snoverberry, Jessie says "full speed to Shangri-La." This is a reference to the fictional Himalayan utopia {{wp|Shangri-La}} from {{wp|James Hilton}}'s novel {{wp|Lost Horizon}}. Snover is a mountain dwelling Ice Pokémon and the Himalayas are a freezing cold mountain range. Thus Jessie felt like she ate a piece of cold paradise.
* [[Together]] is used as background music.
* The dub title is the English equivalent of the original title, the first title that is a direct translation since ''[[DP014|Leave It To Brocko!]]''.
* This episode marks the first time [[Ash's Grotle]] has used a [[move]] besides {{m|Razor Leaf}} since its [[evolution]] in ''[[DP100|Aiding the Enemy!]]''.
* {{p|Snover}}'s {{m|Grass Whistle}} is a remix of [[Oración]].
* After eating a piece of Snoverberry, [[Jessie]] says, "Full speed to Shangri-La." This is a reference to the fictional Himalayan utopia {{wp|Shangri-La}} from {{wp|James Hilton}}'s novel ''{{wp|Lost Horizon}}''.
* The episode's English [[dub]] title is the English equivalent of the original title, the first title that is a direct translation since ''[[DP014|Leave It To Brocko!]]''.
* The English title is similar to that of [[BW056|a future episode]].
* Much like ''[[EP261|Here's Lookin' at You, Elekid]]'' and ''[[AG105|Once in a Mawile]]'' before it, this episode implements a myriad of new changes for the [[Pokémon anime]]:
** A new [[title card]] is introduced, depicting the [[Sinnoh]] [[Gym]] [[Badge]]s {{Ash}} has acquired, the {{pkmn|Contest}} [[Ribbon]]s {{an|Dawn}} has acquired, and silhouettes of {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}}.
** The Japanese version also features [[Spiky-eared Pichu]] under the title. The Pichu was for a Japanese contest only, so she did not appear in the dub version's title card.
** New [[eyecatch]]es are introduced. This time, Ash is positioned at the center for the first eyecatch, and Dawn is positioned at the center of the second eyecatch. Previously, Dawn was at the center of the eyecatches. In addition, a quiz, only in the Japan version, is introduced, involving answering where the Spiky-eared Pichu appeared in.
** The font used for the "To Be Continued" text at the end of the episode has been changed, after being the same since [[AG001|the first episode of ''Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire'']].
** In Japan, all episodes from this one onward are broadcast in a 16:9 {{wp|aspect ratio}}, as opposed to the 4:3 aspect ratio the series had always used before. However, the dub did not start using this aspect ratio until [[DP126|five episodes later]].
** Pikachu's light-yellow fur is once again in a dark-yellow color.
** [[Battle Cry - (Stand Up!)]] undergoes a complete change from this episode onward. While the music remains the same, this version of the opening contains clips from [[High Touch!]] as well as clips from ''[[DP129|Pillars of Friendship!]]''.


===Changes===
===Errors===
[[File:DP121 new title card.png|The new title card|thumb]]
* At the beginning of the episode, when the group turns around to look at {{p|Cherrim}}, one of Dawn's stockings is miscolored for a split-second.
[[File:New tbc.png|The new "To Be Continued"|thumb]]
* In one scene, the spot on {{AP|Staraptor}}'s head is missing.
* Much like ''[[EP261|Here's Looking at You, Elekid]]'' before it, this episode begins a new era for the Pokémon anime, as it switches from a 4:3 aspect ratio to a widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio, while broadcasting in high-definition for the first time. The US airing of the dub however implemented this change from ''[[DP126| Classroom Training!]] onwards.
* In the scene where Snover gives out his Berries, his tail is the same color as his body.
** However, [[Cartoon Network]]'s standard definition feed from this point still airs the episodes in a 4:3 aspect ratio for viewers accustomed to the 4:3 aspect ratio.
* In one scene, the patch on {{TRT}}'s balloon is the same color as the rest of the balloon, but appears gray in all other shots.
* A new title card is introduced. It features the [[Sinnoh]] [[Gym]] [[Badge]]s {{Ash}} currently has and {{pkmn|Contest}} [[Ribbon]]s {{an|Dawn}} earned. It also features the silhouettes of {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}}, with the [[Spiky-eared Pichu]] under the title. The Pichu was for a Japanese contest only so she did not appear in the dub version's title card.
* The new [[eyecatch]]es are introduced. This time, Ash was positioned at the center for the first eyecatch and Dawn was positioned at the center of the second eyecatch. Previously, Dawn was at the center of the eyecatches. In addition, a quiz in Japan was introduced where residents from Japan had to answer where the Spiky-eared Pichu appeared in.
* The font used for the "To Be Continued" text at the end of the episode has been changed, after being the same since [[EP001|the first episode]] of the series.
* ''[[Battle Cry - (Stand Up!)]]'' undergoes a complete change from this episode onwards. While the music remains the same, this version of the opening contains clips from ''[[High Touch!]]'' as well as clips from ''[[DP129|Pillars of Friendship!]]''.


===Errors===
<gallery>
[[File:DP121 error.png|The error|thumb]]
DP121 Error Dawn Stockings Miscolor.png|Dawn's miscolored stockings
* In one scene, the dot on Staraptor's head is missing.
DP121 error.png|Staraptor's missing spot
* In the scene where Snover gives out his berries, his tail is the same color as his body.
DP121 Error Snover Tail Miscolor.png|Snover's miscolored tail
DP121 Error Balloon Patch Miscolor.png|Balloon patch color error
</gallery>


===Dub edits===
===Dub edits===
* In the English dub, {{an|Brock}} calls the woman with the children a teacher. In the original Japanese version, this isn't mentioned.


==In other languages==
==In other languages==
* Chinese (Taiwan): '''{{tt|怕寂寞的雪笠怪！|The Lonely Snover!}}'''
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← DP120
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The Lonely Snover!
DP121.png
DP121   EP587
さびしがりやのユキカブリ！
The Lonely Yukikaburi!
First broadcast
Japan April 2, 2009
United States August 22, 2009
English themes
Opening Battle Cry - (Stand Up!)
Ending
Japanese themes
Opening ハイタッチ！
Ending もえよ　ギザみみピチュー！
Credits
Animation Team Iguchi
Screenplay 松井亜弥 Aya Matsui
Storyboard 山田浩之 Hiroyuki Yamada
Assistant director 渡辺正彦 Masahiko Watanabe
Animation director 夏目久仁彦 Kunihiko Natsume
Additional credits

The Lonely Snover! (Japanese: さびしがりやのユキカブリ！ The Lonely Yukikaburi!) is the 121st episode of Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl, and the 587th episode of the Pokémon animated series. It first aired in Japan on April 2, 2009, as part of a one-hour special along with DP122, and in the United States on August 22, 2009.

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Blurb

In the middle of a practice battle between Grotle and Chimchar, Ash and his friends are frozen solid by an icy blast from an unseen Pokémon. Once Chimchar thaws everyone out, they decide it's a sign to get out of the area. But as they try to leave, they're tripped up by a Grass Knot, tied up by Ingrain, and put to sleep with Grass Whistle! When our heroes wake up, they see the Snover who's behind all the attacks—but Snover isn't hostile, it's downright friendly! It just wants everyone to stop and taste the delicious berries that grow on its body. Snover looks so lonely, Ash even invites it to stay with the group for a while.

That night, Team Rocket sneaks over and kidnaps Snover, thinking its berries will be a big hit with their boss. The plan is cut short when Ash's Grotle easily rescues Snover, forcing Team Rocket to make a hasty retreat. The next morning, Grotle makes more new friends; wild Pokémon show up to eat the nuts that grow on Grotle's leafy back. But that just makes it an added bonus for Team

Rocket, who return and scoop up Grotle and Snover in a cage! Team Rocket takes off in their balloon, but Grotle escapes the cage and Snover uses Ingrain to break Grotle's fall. Snover itself is still trapped, and now Team Rocket is speeding off into the distance!

As Ash, Dawn, and Brock chase the balloon, Grotle struggles to catch up. Determined to save its new friend, it uses a new move, Rock Climb, to race up the walls of a canyon. This gets Grotle close enough to Team Rocket's balloon that it can leap into the air and burst the balloon, then catch Snover as it falls out of the cage. After Grotle is congratulated for its amazing save, Ash and his friends meet a teacher out for a stroll with her class. The teacher tells Dawn about an upcoming contest in nearby Sandalstraw Town, so our heroes make that the next stop on their journey to Snowpoint City. And since the teacher's students all love playing with Snover, it looks like its lonely days are over!

Plot

Pausing for a moment on their way to Snowpoint City, and Ash's next Sinnoh Gym Battle; a mountain cliff with a sprawling view catches their attention. As they admire the view, they hear a group of Cherrim cheerfully singing in their Sunshine Form. Dawn comments on their cuteness, while Ash announces his restlessness on days such as this. Ash voices his eagerness for his battle in Snowpoint City, and Dawn remarks that she knows he's ready for it. However what the gang don't know is that they're being watched.

Ash begins to train Grotle and Chimchar in a battle, as Brock, Dawn, Piplup and Pikachu watch. Ash commands Grotle to use Razor Leaf, and Chimchar to dodge and use Flamethrower. Chimchar dodges the storm of leaves, and unleashes its Flamethrower. Ash tells Grotle to dodge and use Bite, however due to its speed lost from evolving Grotle is hit in the side of the face. Grotle shakes off the attack and continues with its previous instructions. Grotle clenches its jaws onto Chimchar's arm, pinning it to the ground. Brock and Dawn comment on how strong Grotle has become since it evolved. Ash orders Chimchar to knock Grotle off with another flamethrower. Temporarily phased by the flames, Grotle lets loose and backs away allowing Chimchar to stand up. Grotle remarks on Chimchar's attack, and Ash calls an end to the training match. Ash praises Chimchar for a good job, then Grotle with Pikachu joining in. Ash notices Grotle's exhaustion and suggests to Grotle that it heal itself with Synthesis. Grotle agrees, and uses Synthesis restoring its health. Healed it wallows with happiness, that is until a Powder Snow hurtles towards it and the others. Ash and the gang are flash-frozen in various poses of surprise, with the exception of Chimchar's tail flame. Just then the unknown Pokémon reveals itself as a Snover, which pops out from behind a bush and cautiously approaches. Snover investigates them, then breaks into a gleeful dance before noticing Chimchar's still roaring tail flame. The flame melts and breaks free from the ice causing Snover to retreat in fear. Snover hides behind its bush, then peeks back to see Chimchar freshly thawed from the ice. Chimchar is a little dazed as it falls back, then it becomes fully aware when it sees the other's frozen condition. Chimchar uses Flamethrower to thaw and free the others. Confused on what had taken place, they decide to go.

Snover continues to pops up without knowing, stopping to use Grass Knot against them. Ash falls causing Brock to rush to his aid, also falling victim to Grass Knot. Dawn begins to comment on how they should watch where they are going, only to meet a similar fate. Brock questions the event, and observes two grass blades tied into a loop around his foot. Brock identifies it as a Grass Knot, and the group realizes that the strange events from before and this was caused by a Pokémon. Dawn suspects the Pokémon of still being around as Snover laughs. Ash calls attention to the bush Snover is hiding behind, and they go to investigate. Snover panics from their threats and uses Ingrain, which causes vines to burst out of the ground and capture Ash and the others. Snover comes out of hiding and dances in celebration, revealing who it was that been playing pranks on them. Ash, who had his hands free, pulls out his Pokédex to identify Snover. Thinking it has secured them, Snover approaches them. Ash angrily calls out Grotle and has it use Razor Leaf to free them. Snover preemptively uses Grass Whistle to put everyone asleep, then happily goes over to Ash to wake him. Snover shakes Ash's shoulder, waking him up and surprising him. Snover gleefully hugs Ash, and snuggles him. Grass Whistle's effects wear off the others, who wake up to the scene. Dawn questions Ash on what was happening, and Ash replies that Snover is showing that it's friendly. Snover lets go of Ash, picking a Snoverberry off itself for Ash. Ash accepts, causing Dawn and Brock to examine the strange gift. Ash splits his giving half to Brock, and Snover hands Dawn a whole one. They all split their shares with the Pokémon and consume the pieces. They are surprised by the taste, and then they thank Snover. Brock comes up with the conclusion that Snover used all the pranks so he could stop them, then share the fruit with them. Snover becomes embarrassed as Ash comments on how extreme its approach was, while Team Rocket spies on them from above. From their balloon, Team Rocket begin to plan a scheme to give Snover to their boss. They fantasize about him opening up Snoverberry stands, and becoming richer by cornering the market. They cheer happily at the thought, with James the only one to question if a Snover can produced enough Berries.

Night falls and Ash and the others are enjoying dinner with the Pokémon. Snover displays a healthy appetite, enjoying all of the attention. After dinner Ash and his friends say their good nights to Snover, but Snover is reluctant to leave his friends. They notice this behavior and Ash invites Snover for breakfast, in extension to staying the night with them. Snover eagerly accepts in a comical manner, much to the other's amusement. As the group sleeps, Team Rocket lands their balloon. With a robotic arm, they steal a Berry and eat it. They all cry in joy from the flavor, and compares the Berries to perfection and paradise. They regain their composure, extending the robotic arm to net Snover. Pikachu and Piplup alert the others, and team rocket begin their motto. Having dressed during the motto, Ash questions Team Rocket on what they were doing with Snover. Jessie reveals their plan to give Snover to the boss, and use its Berries to make them rich. Ash angrily refuses to let them have Snover, calling Grotle out and commanding it to use Razor Leaf on the net and free Snover. Snover quickly takes shelter behind Ash, who then tells Pikachu to use Thunderbolt. Pikachu zaps Team Rocket, causing Jessie to become furious. Jessie calls out Yanmega to do a Silver Wind which strikes at Ash and his friends feet, causing them to be distracted as James calls out Carnivine. Carnivine, as per usual and much to Jessie and Meowth's dismay, bites James's head upon release. James commands Carnivine to use Bullet Seed, and it to strikes at the Ash and the others feet. Team Rocket takes this opportunity to escape, and Ash commands Grotle to stop them with Razor Leaf. Grotle is however unable to reach much to its chagrin. Ash has Pikachu use Iron Tail, who dashes up the mountain side and attacking Team Rocket's Balloon. The balloon ruptures and sends Team Rocket blasting off. Snover celebrates by dancing happily.

The next morning Dawn comments on the weather, while the gang has breakfast. Snover tricks Chimchar out of its Pokéfood, which causes Chimchar to become unhappy. Snover apologizes and presents Chimchar with its food, and Ash comments on it liking practical jokes. Brock suggest that they move on, and Ash tells the Pokémon to get ready. Ash finishes recalling everyone but Grotle. Ash looks for Grotle and notice some wild Pokémon perched on Grotle's back. Ash and the others investigate and find nuts growing on its back, which the Pokémon were enjoying. Ash samples one and finds out it doesn't taste good to humans, but great to Pokémon as Pikachu gladly finishes it. The gang notes that this mean that Grotle has now completely adjusted to its evolution from Turtwig and the fact that some Pokémon grow such things as nuts and Berries on their bodies reminds the gang of the wonder and mystery that still surrounds them. Things don't stay peaceful long though, as Team Rocket launches a surprise attack and captures Grotle and Snover in a cage. Ash and Pikachu retaliate with Thunderbolt, but Team Rocket has protected the balloon from electric attacks. Thinking quickly, Ash tells Grotle to use Energy Ball and destroy Team Rocket's cage. Grotle blows the side off, and causing Team Rocket's balloon to descend. The cage rocks, and to everyone's horror Grotle falls out hurtling towards the ground. Snover uses Ingrain to catch Grotle, setting it down safely. Ash and the others run up to Grotle, and call to Snover to jump and they'll catch it but it's too scared to move. Jessie tells them that they're one step ahead of them, and Meowth activates the balloon's rocket engines. Snover holds on to the cage in fright, and Ash and the others go after them. Ash tells Pikachu to use Thunderbolt, and Dawn tells Piplup to use Bubble Beam but they can't catch up to the balloon. Grotle, who is lagging badly behind the others, trips over and becomes discouraged at how slow it still is. Grotle remembers how kind and playful Snover was towards the group, and can't bear to allow Team Rocket to get away with it. Hearing it cry in fear Grotle stands up strong, roaring with an outburst of energy. Grotle use Synthesis to regain its strength, then its claws began to grow and illuminate and suddenly glow and sharpen.

The gang is having no luck catching up to the balloon when suddenly Grotle stampedes past them at high speed on the side of the cliff. Brock comments that Grotle is using Rock Climb and Ash cheers Grotle on, as it has soon not only caught up to Team Rocket but is also matching the height of the balloon. Team Rocket decide to try to outrun Grotle and take the balloon up higher. Grotle gets on the top of cliff and launches itself high into the air much to Team Rocket's surprise it slashes through their balloon. The balloon explodes, as Grotle sails clear, while Team Rocket is sent blasting off again. Grotle lands safely, but Snover is unconscious and is hurtling to the ground. Everyone rushes to catch Snover before it's too late, with Brock calling Happiny to catch Snover. Happiny speeds ahead but clearly won't make it in time. Grotle however saves the day by launching off the side of the cliff, and using Bite to catch Snover. Grotle drops Snover into Happiny's arms and lands on the ground. Grotle collapses, exhausted but Ash and Snover rush towards it, Ash telling the Grove Pokémon how impressed and proud he is while Snover thanks his friend for saving him.

Later they approach the foot of the mountain, when a group of school children notice Snover. Excited about seeing a Snover, the children hurry over with their teacher following behind. Brock falls for the teacher and scatters over to her, and begin flirting hoping to take the teacher out. However, Brock is taken out by Croagunk's Poison Jab. Croagunk drags Brock away, as Ash, Dawn and the Pokémon approach. The kids run over to Snover and gather around it as it danced happily. Snover gives the teacher a Snoverberry, which Brock (recovered from Croagunk's Poison Jab) tells them is very delicious. The teacher splits the Berry up into pieces so all the kids could have some, and they are delighted by the taste. The teacher thanks Snover, and the kids and Snover begin playing together. The teacher then ask Ash and the others if they were Pokémon Trainers, to which Ash eagerly replies. Dawn specifies that she is a Pokémon Coordinator, and the teacher asks if she has arrived for the Sandalstraw Town Contest. Unaware of the Contest, the teacher reveals to Dawn that the Contest is only a few days away. Luckily, Sandalstraw Town is very near and within visual distance. Dawn decides to enter, knowing this is the perfect chance for her to get the fifth Ribbon she needs for the Grand Festival so the gang agree to head there. Ash tells Snover they have to go, but with his new friends he shouldn't be lonely anymore. The gang say their goodbyes and make their way to Sandalstraw Town.

Major events

For a list of all major events in the animated series, please see the history page.

Debuts

Pokémon debuts

Main series debuts

Characters

Humans

Pokémon

Trivia

The Japanese title card featuring Spiky-eared Pichu
The English title card
The new "To Be Continued"

Errors

  • At the beginning of the episode, when the group turns around to look at Cherrim, one of Dawn's stockings is miscolored for a split-second.
  • In one scene, the spot on Staraptor's head is missing.
  • In the scene where Snover gives out his Berries, his tail is the same color as his body.
  • In one scene, the patch on Team Rocket's balloon is the same color as the rest of the balloon, but appears gray in all other shots.
  • Dawn's miscolored stockings

    Dawn's miscolored stockings

  • Staraptor's missing spot

    Staraptor's missing spot

  • Snover's miscolored tail

    Snover's miscolored tail

  • Balloon patch color error

    Balloon patch color error

Dub edits

  • In the English dub, Brock calls the woman with the children a teacher. In the original Japanese version, this isn't mentioned.

In other languages



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