Welcome to Bulbapedia, the free Pokémon encyclopedia that anyone can edit. Create your account and get started with editing pages!
staging.bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net

BW042: Difference between revisions

From Bulbapedia, the community-driven Pokémon encyclopedia.
Jump to navigationJump to search
m (Text replacement - "episode of the Pokémon anime" to "episode of the Pokémon animated series")
Tags: Mobile edit Mobile web edit
 
(96 intermediate revisions by 56 users not shown)
Line 4: Line 4:
nextcode=BW043 |
nextcode=BW043 |
nexttitle=Meowth's Scrafty Tactics! |
nexttitle=Meowth's Scrafty Tactics! |
series=Best Wishes series |
series=Pokémon the Series: Black & White |
colorscheme=Unova}}
colorscheme=Unova}}
{{EpisodeInfobox|
{{EpisodeInfobox|
Line 17: Line 17:
broadcast_us=November 19, 2011 |
broadcast_us=November 19, 2011 |
en_series= |
en_series= |
en_op={{OBP|Black and White|song}} |
en_op={{so|Black and White}} |
ja_op= [[Best Wishes! (song)|ベストウイッシュ！]] |
ja_op= {{so|Best Wishes!|ベストウイッシュ！}} |
ja_ed= [[Can You Name All the Pokémon? BW|ポケモン言えるかな？ＢＷ]] |
ja_ed= [[Can You Name All the Pokémon? BW|ポケモン言えるかな？ＢＷ]] |
olmteam=Team Kato |
olmteam=Team Kato |
Line 28: Line 28:
artn=1 |
artn=1 |
art=玉川明洋 |
art=玉川明洋 |
morecredits=no |<!--please don't change to "yes" until the corresponding staff page has been updated-->
morecredits=yes |
epstaffpage=BW041-BW050|
epstaffpage=BW041-BW050|
footnotes=*{{filb-eppics|bw|042}}
footnotes=*{{filb-eppics|bw|042}}
}}
}}
'''Club Battle Finale: A Hero's Outcome!''' (Japanese: '''決戦ドンバトル！！サトシVSアイリス！！''' ''Decisive {{tt|Don|Club}} Battle! {{tt|Satoshi|Ash}} VS Iris!!'') is the 42nd episode of the {{series|Best Wishes}}, and the 699th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on August 11, 2011 and in the United States on November 19, 2011.
'''Club Battle Finale: A Hero's Outcome!''' (Japanese: '''決戦ドンバトル！！サトシVSアイリス！！''' ''Decisive {{tt|Don Battle|Club Battle}}! {{tt|Satoshi|Ash}} VS Iris!!'') is the 42nd episode of ''[[Pokémon the Series: Black & White]]'', and the 699th episode of the [[Pokémon animated series]]. It first aired in Japan on August 11, 2011 and in the United States on November 19, 2011.
 
{{spoilers}}
{{spoilers}}
==Synopsis==
The episode is a continuation of the [[Club Battle]] Tournament in [[Nimbasa Town]]. The episode starts with {{Ash}} and {{AP|his Palpitoad|Palpitoad}} battling against [[Dino]]'s {{p|Darumaka}}. Ash commands his Palpitoad to use {{m|Hydro Pump}}, defeating Darumaka and taking Ash into the finals.


Immediately afterwards is the battle between [[Luke]] and {{an|Iris}}. Luke looks over to find {{an|Bianca}} filming his {{TP|Luke|Zorua}} when he had asked her to film his battle. He turn turns his attention back to the battle and sends out his {{p|Golett}} while Iris confidently sends {{TP|Iris|Axew}} into battle. Iris commands Axew to use {{m|Scratch}}. However, Golett took no damage due to its partial {{t|Ghost}} typing, making {{type2|Normal}} attacks useless. Golett counterattacks by using {{m|Mega Punch}}, landing a direct hit. Axew then tries to attack with {{m|Dragon Rage}}, while Golett uses {{m|Double Team}}, causing Dragon Rage to miss its mark. Luke commands his Pokémon to use {{m|Gyro Ball}} while its two other copies do the same. Axew manages to keep an eye on the upcoming attacks until two of them spin in opposite directions, making Axew confused. The three attacks hit the Tusk Pokémon at the same time but Axew is still standing. Iris sees an opportunity to attack and commands Axew to use Dragon Rage again. Luke tells Golett to use {{m|Shadow Ball}}, as its copies disappear and it forms a dark, purple ball in its hands. Golett throws it towards Axew as the two attacks collide into each other and a giant explosion is created.
==Blurb==
<!--https://www.pokemon.com/us/animation/seasons/14/episode-42-club-battle-finale-a-heros-outcome/-->
<i>The Nimbasa Pokémon Club Battle’s final round approaches! Ash has already defeated his opponent in the semi-finals, and Iris and Axew (who is battling in a tournament for the first time) are up against Luke and his Golett for the right to battle Ash for the title. The battling is fierce, and it appears Golett will be victorious, keeping Axew on the run from its powerful attacks. But the tables turn when Axew learns the powerful Dragon-type move Outrage, and it battles back with a vengeance to defeat Golett!


Luke tells his Golett to use Gyro Ball once more as Iris tells Axew to run from it. Golett continues to chase Axew for a while until Axew stumbles over, exhausted from running. As Golett closes in on Axew, Iris dramatically yells Axew's name. Golett is surprisingly thrown up into the air while Axew stands with a bright red aura around it. When Golett reaches the ground, Axew angrily attacks it continuosly with punches and powerful kicks. One kick sends Golett flying backwards and smashing against the border wall of the arena, knocking it out. The judge announces Iris the winner and will be advancing to the final round against Ash. She rushes towards her Pokémon and congratulates him on learning {{m|Outrage}} as Axew begins to sleep.
And now on to the final round, with Ash and Pikachu facing off against Iris and Excadrill. At the same time, Burgundy has challenged Cilan to a Connoisseur Battle! This side event doesn’t last long, as Burgundy soon realizes Cilan’s technique is simply too overwhelming and admits defeat.


Afterwards, everyone heads back to their hotel and Luke is shocked to discover all the footage Bianca shot was of his Zorua. Bianca shrugs off her actions and offers Zorua handmade accessories as gifts, and partial bribery to become her trainer. Zorua refuses these gifts, and Luke reminds Bianca that he's not interested in trading away his star actress. Luke then remembers that he should interview Ash and Iris, the finalists, for his film. In the dining room Cilan presents his friends and their Pokémon with their dinner which he was permitted to make in the hotel's kitchen to celebrate Ash and Iris's victories. During their meal, [[Burgundy]] approached Cilan and challenged him to a Connoisseur Showdown to evaluate his prowess as a [[Pokémon Connoisseur|connoisseur]]. He rejected the invitation at first, but then noticed Luke behind Burgundy filming their conversation. Cilan could not hold back putting on a performance for the camera, and immediately accepted Burgundy's challenge with confidence. The change in personality startled Burgundy, and [[Stephan]] appeared behind them and volunteered to be their referee. Meanwhile, Team Rocket is hiding out in one of the Ferris Wheel's carriages in [[Nimbasa City]], reviewing their newest plan. Meowth mentions there is one thing left to be taken care of and he will take care of it.
Meanwhile, Pikachu and Excadrill are battling with everything they’ve got, and it isn’t long before both Pokémon are running out of steam. Excadrill delivers one final Focus Blast to give Iris the win—for the battle and the competition, claiming the coveted Top-Class Driftveil Wing Set as her prize!


The next day, the final battle between Iris and Ash commences, as does the Connoisseur Showdown between Burgundy and Cilan. Ash sends {{AP|Pikachu}} into battle while Iris decides to use her {{TP|Iris|Excadrill}}. Ash starts the battle with Pikachu using {{m|Thunderbolt}}, which naturally has no effect on a part {{type2|Ground}} like Excadrill. Iris then tells Excadrill to use {{m|Drill Run}}. Ash cleverly commands Pikachu to use {{m|Quick Attack}} which helps it dodge the attack. However, Iris's Excadrill grabs Pikachu's tail between its claws and thrusts Pikachu across the arena, and then slams it using {{m|Metal Claw}}. However, Pikachu manages to flip around and get back on its feet. Cilan and Burgundy continue to comment about Ash's and Iris's battle as Luke and Bianca film.
Bidding their old friends goodbye, our heroes again set their sights on Nimbasa City and Ash’s next Unova Gym Battle!</i>


Ash's Pikachu uses {{m|Iron Tail}} while Excadrill uses another Metal Claw. The two dive towards each other but Pikachu dodges the opposing Pokémon's attack and slams Excadrill to the ground. Iris follows up with {{m|Focus Blast}} while Pikachu charges up {{m|Electro Ball}}. The two attacks collide into an electric light explosion. Burgundy comments on the explosive power between Pikachu and Excadrill, and Cilan responds in agreement and confidence in the two Pokémon's power. Burgundy realizes Cilan's choice of words shows far more experience than her own, and Cilan politely offers to end the showdown, which Burgundy accepts and the two continue watching the battle in silence. Iris's Pokémon drills into the ground and attacks Pikachu. Ash suddenly tells Pikachu to keep spinning and it uses the momentum to land a powerful Iron Tail into Excadrill's face. Despite the powerful attack, Excadrill still stands. It uses Drill Run while Ash tells Pikachu to use another Iron Tail. However, right before Pikachu can execute its attack, the opposing Pokémon rams into Pikachu, making it fall to the ground. Pikachu still manages to stand as Excadrill digs into the ground but misses Pikachu when it rises up. Iris then commands it to use Focus Blast which lands directly into Pikachu, causing it to fly backward and smash against the wall, also making Pikachu faint. With that final attack, the judge proclaims Iris the winner of the Club Battle Tournament. The crowd cheers for Iris and she is gifted a display case of [[Wing]]s. She stands in the center of the stadium with her two Pokémon, Axew and Excadrill. At the end of the episode, Ash, Iris, and Cilan bid farewell to their friends as they all go their separate ways.
==Plot==
{{Ash}} and his {{AP|Palpitoad}} continue battling against [[Dino]]'s {{p|Darumaka}} in the [[Club Battle]] Tournament in [[Nimbasa Town]]. Ash commands his Palpitoad to use {{m|Hydro Pump}}, defeating Darumaka and taking Ash into the finals.
 
Immediately afterwards is the battle between [[Luke]] and {{an|Iris}}. Luke looks over to find {{an|Bianca}} filming his {{TP|Luke|Zorua}} when he had asked her to film his battle. He then turns his attention back to the battle and sends out his {{p|Golett}} while Iris confidently sends {{TP|Iris|Axew}} into battle. Iris commands Axew to use {{m|Scratch}}. However, Golett takes no damage due to its {{t|Ghost}} type, making {{type|Normal}} attacks useless. Golett counterattacks by using {{m|Mega Punch}}, landing a direct hit. Axew then tries to attack with {{m|Dragon Rage}}, while Golett uses {{m|Double Team}}, causing Dragon Rage to miss its mark. Luke commands his Pokémon to use {{m|Gyro Ball}} while its two other copies do the same. Axew manages to keep an eye on the upcoming attacks until two of them spin in opposite directions, making Axew confused. The three attacks hit the Tusk Pokémon at the same time but Axew is still standing. Iris sees an opportunity to attack and commands Axew to use Dragon Rage again. Luke tells Golett to use {{m|Shadow Ball}}, as its copies disappear and it forms a dark, purple ball in its hands. Golett throws it towards Axew as the two attacks collide into each other and a giant explosion is created.
 
Luke tells his Golett to use Gyro Ball once more as Iris tells Axew to run from it. Golett continues to chase Axew for a while until Axew stumbles over, exhausted from running. As Golett closes in on Axew, Iris dramatically yells Axew's name. Golett is surprisingly thrown up into the air while Axew stands with a bright red aura around it. When Golett reaches the ground, Axew angrily attacks it continuously with punches and powerful kicks. One of Axew's kicks sends Golett into the air, Golett then smashes against the arena's border wall and faints. The judge announces Iris the winner and will be advancing to the final round against Ash. She rushes towards her Axew and congratulates him on learning {{m|Outrage}} as Axew begins to sleep.
 
Afterwards, everyone heads back to the Pokémon Center and Luke is shocked to discover all the footage Bianca shot was of his Zorua. Bianca shrugs off her actions and offers Zorua handmade accessories as gifts, and partial bribery to become her Trainer. Zorua refuses these gifts, and Luke reminds Bianca that he's not interested in trading away his star actress. Luke then remembers that he should interview Ash and Iris, the finalists, for his film. In the dining room, {{an|Cilan}} presents his friends and their Pokémon with their dinner which he was permitted to make in the Pokémon Center's kitchen to celebrate Ash and Iris's victories. During their meal, [[Burgundy]] approached Cilan and challenged him to a Connoisseur Showdown to evaluate his prowess as a [[Pokémon Connoisseur|connoisseur]]. He rejected the invitation at first, but then noticed Luke behind Burgundy filming their conversation. Cilan could not hold back putting on a performance for the camera, and immediately accepted Burgundy's challenge with confidence. The change in personality startled Burgundy, and [[Stephan]] appeared behind them and volunteered to be their referee.
 
Meanwhile, {{TRT}} is hiding out in one of the Ferris Wheel's carriages in [[Nimbasa City]], reviewing their newest plan and making note of the [[Battle Subway]]. {{MTR}} mentions there is one thing left to be taken care of, though he will take care of it.
 
The next day, the final battle between Iris and Ash commences, as does the Connoisseur Showdown between Burgundy and Cilan. Ash sends {{AP|Pikachu}} into battle while Iris decides to use her {{TP|Iris|Excadrill}}. Ash has Pikachu start off with {{m|Thunderbolt}}, which naturally has no effect on a part {{type|Ground}} like Excadrill. Iris then tells Excadrill to use {{m|Drill Run}}. Ash cleverly commands Pikachu to use {{m|Quick Attack}} which helps him dodge the attack. However, Iris's Excadrill grabs Pikachu's tail between his claws and thrusts Pikachu across the arena, and then slams him using {{m|Metal Claw}}. However, Pikachu manages to flip around and get back on his feet. Ash's Pikachu uses {{m|Iron Tail}} while Excadrill uses another Metal Claw. The two dive towards each other but Pikachu dodges the opposing Pokémon's attack and slams Excadrill to the ground. Iris follows up with {{m|Focus Blast}} while Pikachu charges up {{m|Electro Ball}}. The two attacks collide into an electric light explosion. Burgundy comments on the explosive power between Pikachu and Excadrill, and Cilan responds in agreement and confidence in the two Pokémon's power. Burgundy realizes Cilan's choice of words shows far more experience than her own, and Cilan politely offers to end the showdown, which Burgundy accepts and the two continue watching the battle in silence.  
 
Iris's Pokémon drills into the ground and attacks Pikachu. Ash suddenly tells Pikachu to keep spinning and it uses the momentum to land a powerful Iron Tail into Excadrill's face. Despite the powerful attack, Excadrill still stands. He uses Drill Run while Ash tells Pikachu to use another Iron Tail. However, right before Pikachu can execute his attack, Excadrill rams him into the ground. Pikachu still manages to stand as Excadrill digs into the ground, but misses Pikachu when he rises up. Iris calls for a Focus Blast, which knocks Pikachu into the stadium barrier and causes him to faint. With that final attack, the referee declares Iris the winner of the Club Battle Tournament. The crowd cheers for Iris and she is gifted a display case of [[Feather|wings]]. She stands on the winner's podium with her two Pokémon, Axew and Excadrill, by her side. Afterwards, Georgia orders Iris to not get carried away with the win. She also orders Iris to hurry up and become a Dragon Master, so they can continue their rivalry, much to Iris's confusion.
 
As for Burgundy and Cilan, the pair agree to amends and keep refining their Connoisseur expertise. Meanwhile Luke hopes that the Club Battle footage will make for a great documentary, to which Bianca agrees to help out so she can spend more time with Zorua. He wishes Ash all the best with his [[Nimbasa Gym]] challenge, as does Stephan. Ash, Iris, and Cilan wish their assortment of friends and rivals well as they prepare to leave for their next destination, Nimbasa City.


==Major events==
==Major events==
[[File:Iris Wings.png|thumb|220px|Iris holding her prize set of wings]]
<!-- This is not for summarizing everything that happens in this episode. Only events pertaining to the series as a whole, such as catching and releasing Pokémon and obtaining badge, go here.-->
<!-- This is not for summarizing everything that happens in this episode. Only events pertaining to the series as a whole, such as catching and releasing Pokémon and obtaining badge, go here.-->
*{{Ash}} defeats [[Dino]] and advances to the finals.
* {{Ash}} defeats [[Dino]] and advances to the final round.
* [[Iris's Axew]] learns {{m|Outrage}}.
* [[Iris's Axew]] learns {{m|Outrage}}.
* {{an|Iris}} defeats [[Luke]] and advances to the finals.
* {{an|Iris}} defeats [[Luke]] and advances to the final round.
* [[Team Rocket trio|Team Rocket]] prepares to begin their latest plan.
* The [[Team Rocket trio]] prepares to begin their latest plan.
* Iris defeats Ash and wins the [[Club Battle]] Tournament and a set of [[Wing]]s.
* Iris defeats Ash and wins the [[Club Battle]], earning a set of [[feather|wings]] as a reward.
* Luke leaves the group.
* Luke leaves the group.
{{animeevents}}
{{animeevents}}
===Debuts===
===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
====Pokémon debuts====
<!--=====TV episode debuts=====-->


==Characters==
==Characters==
Line 67: Line 84:
* [[Jessie]]
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[James]]
* [[Don George]]
* {{an|Bianca}}
* {{an|Bianca}}
* [[Burgundy]]
* [[Burgundy]]
Line 73: Line 89:
* [[Georgia]]
* [[Georgia]]
* [[Luke]]
* [[Luke]]
* [[Don George]]
* [[Freddy O'Martian]]
* [[Dino]]
* [[Dino]]
* [[Freddy O'Martian]]
* Don George's pupil
* Don George's pupil


===Pokémon===
===Pokémon===
[[File:WTP BW042.png|200px|thumb|Who's That Pokémon?]]
[[File:WTP BW042.png|200px|thumb|right|Who's That Pokémon?]]
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Golett}}
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Golett}}
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Axew}} ({{OP|Iris|Axew}})
* {{p|Axew}} ({{OP|Iris|Axew}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Palpitoad}} ({{OP|Ash|Palpitoad}})
* {{p|Palpitoad}} ({{OP|Ash|Palpitoad}})
* {{p|Excadrill}} ({{OP|Iris|Excadrill}})
* {{p|Excadrill}} ({{OP|Iris|Excadrill}})
Line 92: Line 109:


==Trivia==  
==Trivia==  
* There is no [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon Live Caster]] following this episode.
* [[Professor Oak's Pokémon Live Caster]]: {{p|Palpitoad}}{{tt|*|Japanese DVD releases only}}.
* There is no [[Professor Oak's Pokémon Live Caster]] following this episode.
* This episode concludes the four-part [[Club Battle]] arc.
* A new {{wp|mark tree}} sound effect is used for when a Pokémon fully emerges from its [[Poké Ball]].
* A new {{wp|mark tree}} sound effect is used for when a Pokémon fully emerges from its [[Poké Ball]].
* An instrumental version of {{so|Best Wishes!}} is used as background music.
* Despite {{TP|Iris|Axew}} learning {{m|Outrage}} in this episode, he was not seen using the [[move]] again until ''[[JN065|Thrash of the Titans!]]'', 451 episodes later.


===Errors===
===Errors===
* In some airings and streams of this episode, such as the {{pmin|Australia}}n airing, the [[title card]] erroneously reads ''Battle Club Finale: A Hero's Outcome!''. Most reruns, home video, and streaming releases feature the correct title card.
* In the {{pmin|Poland|Polish}} [[dub]], Ash pronounces [[Stephan]]'s name correctly, despite correcting him afterwards.
===Dub edits===
===Dub edits===
* In the English dub, [[Freddy]] identifies the seven wings by name, which he doesn't do in the original Japanese version.
==In other languages==
==In other languages==
{{Epilang|color=C3C3C3|bordercolor=2C2C2C
{{Epilang|color=C3C3C3|bordercolor=2C2C2C
|zh_cmn={{tt|決戰 東·喬治對戰！小智對艾莉絲！！|Decisive Battle - Don George Battle! Ash VS Iris!!}}
|zh_cmn={{tt|決戰 東·喬治對戰！小智對艾莉絲！！|Decisive Battle - Don George Battle! Ash VS Iris!!}}
|it={{tt|Una finale da eroi al Torneo del Club!|A Heroes' Final at the Club Battle Tournament!}}
|hr={{tt|Finale klupske borbe: Pobjednički rezultat!|Club Battle Finale: The winning score!}}
|es_eu={{tt|¡La final del Combate de Club! ¡Un resultado heroico!|Club Battle Finale! A Heroic Outcome!}}
|da={{tt|Klubkamp finalen: En helts udfald!|Club Battle Finale: A Hero's Outcome!}}
|fi={{tt|Ottelukerhon Finaali: Sankarillinen Lopputulos!!|Club Battle Finale: A Heroic Outcome!}}
|nl={{tt|Club gevecht finale: Wie wordt de held?|Club Battle final: Who becomes the hero?}}
|fi={{tt|Ottelukerhon finaali: sankarillinen lopputulos!|Battle Club finale: a heroic outcome!}}
|fr_eu={{tt|La finale du club de combat: un héros est né !|Club Battle Finale: a hero is born !}}
|de={{tt|Das Klubkampf-Finale: Geburt eines Helden!|Club Battle Finale: Birth of a hero!}}
|el={{tt|Τελικός των Μαχών της Λέσχης: Ένα Ηρωικό Αποτέλεσμα!|Club Battle Finale: A Hero's Outcome!}}
|hi=क्लब बातल फ़िनाले: अ हीरो'स् औटकम! {{tt|''Club Battle Finale: A Hero's Outcome!''|Club Battle Finale: A Hero's Outcome! (Same as English)}}
|id={{tt|Pertandingan final Don Battle, Satoshi melawan Iris|Final Don Battle match, Ash versus Iris}}
|it={{tt|Una finale da eroi al Torneo del Club!|A Heroes' final at the Club Battle Tournament!}}
|ko={{tt|결전 돈배틀! 지우 VS 아이리스!|Don Battle Showdown! Ash VS Iris!}}
|no={{tt|Klubbkampfinale: En helts resultat!|Club Battle Finale: A hero's result!}}
|pl={{tt|Finał Klubowej Bitwy: Narodziny bohatera!|Club Battle Finale: Birth of a hero!}}
|pt_br={{tt|Grande Final no Clube de Batalha: Um Heróico Resultado!|Club Battle grand finale! A heroic outcome}}
|ru={{tt|Финал турнира. Победа героя!|The tournament final! A hero's outcome!}}
|es_la={{tt|¡Batalla de Club final! ¡El surgimiento de un héroe!|Final Club Battle! The arising of a hero!}}
|es_eu={{tt|¡La final del Combate de Club! ¡Un resultado heroico!|Club Battle finale! A heroic outcome!}}
|sv={{tt|Stridsklubbsfinal: En hjältes resultat!|Club Battle final: A hero's outcome!}}
|th={{tt|ดอนแบทเทิลรอบชิง! ซาโตชิ ปะทะ ไอริส!!|Decisive Don Battle! Satoshi VS Iris!!}}
}}
}}
 
{{-}}
{{EpicodePrevNext|
{{EpicodePrevNext|
prevcode=BW041 |
prevcode=BW041 |
Line 110: Line 152:
nextcode=BW043 |
nextcode=BW043 |
nexttitle=Meowth's Scrafty Tactics! |
nexttitle=Meowth's Scrafty Tactics! |
series=Best Wishes series |
series=Pokémon the Series: Black & White |
colorscheme=Unova}}
colorscheme=Unova}}
{{Project Anime notice}}
{{Project Anime notice}}


[[Category:Best Wishes series episodes|042]]
{{DEFAULTSORT:0699}}
[[Category:Episodes written by Shōji Yonemura|699]]
[[Category:Pokémon the Series: Black & White episodes|042]]
[[Category:Episodes storyboarded by Kazuomi Koga|699]]
[[Category:Episodes written by Shōji Yonemura]]
[[Category:Episodes directed by Masakatsu Iijima|699]]
[[Category:Episodes storyboarded by Masakatsu Iijima]]
[[Category:Episodes animated by Akihiro Tamagawa|699]]
[[Category:Episodes directed by Kazuomi Koga]]
[[Category:Episodes in which a main character's Pokémon learns a new move|699]]
[[Category:Episodes animated by Akihiro Tamagawa]]
[[Category:Episodes focusing on Ash|699]]
[[Category:Episodes in which a main character's Pokémon learns a new move]]
[[Category:Episodes focusing on Pikachu|699]]
[[Category:Episodes focusing on Ash]]
[[Category:Episodes focusing on Iris|699]]
[[Category:Episodes focusing on Pikachu]]
[[Category:Episodes focusing on Axew|699]]
[[Category:Episodes focusing on Iris]]
[[Category:Episodes focusing on Axew]]


[[de:Ein Klubkampf, der es in sich hat: Emolga gegen Karadonis! (Episode)]]
[[de:Das Klubkampf-Finale: Geburt eines Helden!]]
[[fr:Épisode 701]]
[[es:EP704]]
[[fr:NB042]]
[[it:BW042]]
[[ja:BW編第42話]]
[[ja:BW編第42話]]
[[pl:BW042]]
[[zh:宝可梦 超级愿望 第42集]]

Latest revision as of 05:56, 3 September 2024

← BW041 : The Club Battle Hearts of Fury: Emolga Versus Sawk!
Pokémon the Series: Black & White
BW043 : Meowth's Scrafty Tactics! →
Club Battle Finale: A Hero's Outcome!
BW042.png
BW042   EP699
決戦ドンバトル！！サトシVSアイリス！！
Decisive Don Battle! Satoshi VS Iris!!
First broadcast
Japan August 11, 2011
United States November 19, 2011
English themes
Opening Black and White
Ending
Japanese themes
Opening ベストウイッシュ！
Ending ポケモン言えるかな？ＢＷ
Credits
Animation Team Kato
Screenplay 米村正二 Shōji Yonemura
Storyboard 飯島正勝 Masakatsu Iijima
Assistant director 古賀一臣 Kazuomi Koga
Animation director 玉川明洋 Akihiro Tamagawa
Additional credits

Club Battle Finale: A Hero's Outcome! (Japanese: 決戦ドンバトル！！サトシVSアイリス！！ Decisive Don Battle! Satoshi VS Iris!!) is the 42nd episode of Pokémon the Series: Black & White, and the 699th episode of the Pokémon animated series. It first aired in Japan on August 11, 2011 and in the United States on November 19, 2011.

201
Spoiler warning: this article may contain major plot or ending details.
201

Blurb

The Nimbasa Pokémon Club Battle’s final round approaches! Ash has already defeated his opponent in the semi-finals, and Iris and Axew (who is battling in a tournament for the first time) are up against Luke and his Golett for the right to battle Ash for the title. The battling is fierce, and it appears Golett will be victorious, keeping Axew on the run from its powerful attacks. But the tables turn when Axew learns the powerful Dragon-type move Outrage, and it battles back with a vengeance to defeat Golett!

And now on to the final round, with Ash and Pikachu facing off against Iris and Excadrill. At the same time, Burgundy has challenged Cilan to a Connoisseur Battle! This side event doesn’t last long, as Burgundy soon realizes Cilan’s technique is simply too overwhelming and admits defeat.

Meanwhile, Pikachu and Excadrill are battling with everything they’ve got, and it isn’t long before both Pokémon are running out of steam. Excadrill delivers one final Focus Blast to give Iris the win—for the battle and the competition, claiming the coveted Top-Class Driftveil Wing Set as her prize!

Bidding their old friends goodbye, our heroes again set their sights on Nimbasa City and Ash’s next Unova Gym Battle!

Plot

Ash and his Palpitoad continue battling against Dino's Darumaka in the Club Battle Tournament in Nimbasa Town. Ash commands his Palpitoad to use Hydro Pump, defeating Darumaka and taking Ash into the finals.

Immediately afterwards is the battle between Luke and Iris. Luke looks over to find Bianca filming his Zorua when he had asked her to film his battle. He then turns his attention back to the battle and sends out his Golett while Iris confidently sends Axew into battle. Iris commands Axew to use Scratch. However, Golett takes no damage due to its Ghost type, making Normal-type attacks useless. Golett counterattacks by using Mega Punch, landing a direct hit. Axew then tries to attack with Dragon Rage, while Golett uses Double Team, causing Dragon Rage to miss its mark. Luke commands his Pokémon to use Gyro Ball while its two other copies do the same. Axew manages to keep an eye on the upcoming attacks until two of them spin in opposite directions, making Axew confused. The three attacks hit the Tusk Pokémon at the same time but Axew is still standing. Iris sees an opportunity to attack and commands Axew to use Dragon Rage again. Luke tells Golett to use Shadow Ball, as its copies disappear and it forms a dark, purple ball in its hands. Golett throws it towards Axew as the two attacks collide into each other and a giant explosion is created.

Luke tells his Golett to use Gyro Ball once more as Iris tells Axew to run from it. Golett continues to chase Axew for a while until Axew stumbles over, exhausted from running. As Golett closes in on Axew, Iris dramatically yells Axew's name. Golett is surprisingly thrown up into the air while Axew stands with a bright red aura around it. When Golett reaches the ground, Axew angrily attacks it continuously with punches and powerful kicks. One of Axew's kicks sends Golett into the air, Golett then smashes against the arena's border wall and faints. The judge announces Iris the winner and will be advancing to the final round against Ash. She rushes towards her Axew and congratulates him on learning Outrage as Axew begins to sleep.

Afterwards, everyone heads back to the Pokémon Center and Luke is shocked to discover all the footage Bianca shot was of his Zorua. Bianca shrugs off her actions and offers Zorua handmade accessories as gifts, and partial bribery to become her Trainer. Zorua refuses these gifts, and Luke reminds Bianca that he's not interested in trading away his star actress. Luke then remembers that he should interview Ash and Iris, the finalists, for his film. In the dining room, Cilan presents his friends and their Pokémon with their dinner which he was permitted to make in the Pokémon Center's kitchen to celebrate Ash and Iris's victories. During their meal, Burgundy approached Cilan and challenged him to a Connoisseur Showdown to evaluate his prowess as a connoisseur. He rejected the invitation at first, but then noticed Luke behind Burgundy filming their conversation. Cilan could not hold back putting on a performance for the camera, and immediately accepted Burgundy's challenge with confidence. The change in personality startled Burgundy, and Stephan appeared behind them and volunteered to be their referee.

Meanwhile, Team Rocket is hiding out in one of the Ferris Wheel's carriages in Nimbasa City, reviewing their newest plan and making note of the Battle Subway. Meowth mentions there is one thing left to be taken care of, though he will take care of it.

The next day, the final battle between Iris and Ash commences, as does the Connoisseur Showdown between Burgundy and Cilan. Ash sends Pikachu into battle while Iris decides to use her Excadrill. Ash has Pikachu start off with Thunderbolt, which naturally has no effect on a part Ground-type like Excadrill. Iris then tells Excadrill to use Drill Run. Ash cleverly commands Pikachu to use Quick Attack which helps him dodge the attack. However, Iris's Excadrill grabs Pikachu's tail between his claws and thrusts Pikachu across the arena, and then slams him using Metal Claw. However, Pikachu manages to flip around and get back on his feet. Ash's Pikachu uses Iron Tail while Excadrill uses another Metal Claw. The two dive towards each other but Pikachu dodges the opposing Pokémon's attack and slams Excadrill to the ground. Iris follows up with Focus Blast while Pikachu charges up Electro Ball. The two attacks collide into an electric light explosion. Burgundy comments on the explosive power between Pikachu and Excadrill, and Cilan responds in agreement and confidence in the two Pokémon's power. Burgundy realizes Cilan's choice of words shows far more experience than her own, and Cilan politely offers to end the showdown, which Burgundy accepts and the two continue watching the battle in silence.

Iris's Pokémon drills into the ground and attacks Pikachu. Ash suddenly tells Pikachu to keep spinning and it uses the momentum to land a powerful Iron Tail into Excadrill's face. Despite the powerful attack, Excadrill still stands. He uses Drill Run while Ash tells Pikachu to use another Iron Tail. However, right before Pikachu can execute his attack, Excadrill rams him into the ground. Pikachu still manages to stand as Excadrill digs into the ground, but misses Pikachu when he rises up. Iris calls for a Focus Blast, which knocks Pikachu into the stadium barrier and causes him to faint. With that final attack, the referee declares Iris the winner of the Club Battle Tournament. The crowd cheers for Iris and she is gifted a display case of wings. She stands on the winner's podium with her two Pokémon, Axew and Excadrill, by her side. Afterwards, Georgia orders Iris to not get carried away with the win. She also orders Iris to hurry up and become a Dragon Master, so they can continue their rivalry, much to Iris's confusion.

As for Burgundy and Cilan, the pair agree to amends and keep refining their Connoisseur expertise. Meanwhile Luke hopes that the Club Battle footage will make for a great documentary, to which Bianca agrees to help out so she can spend more time with Zorua. He wishes Ash all the best with his Nimbasa Gym challenge, as does Stephan. Ash, Iris, and Cilan wish their assortment of friends and rivals well as they prepare to leave for their next destination, Nimbasa City.

Major events

Iris holding her prize set of wings
For a list of all major events in the animated series, please see the history page.

Debuts

Pokémon debuts

Characters

Humans

Pokémon

Who's That Pokémon?

Who's That Pokémon?: Golett

Trivia

Errors

  • In some airings and streams of this episode, such as the Australian airing, the title card erroneously reads Battle Club Finale: A Hero's Outcome!. Most reruns, home video, and streaming releases feature the correct title card.
  • In the Polish dub, Ash pronounces Stephan's name correctly, despite correcting him afterwards.

Dub edits

  • In the English dub, Freddy identifies the seven wings by name, which he doesn't do in the original Japanese version.

In other languages



← BW041 : The Club Battle Hearts of Fury, Emolga Versus Sawk!
Pokémon the Series: Black & White
BW043 : Meowth's Scrafty Tactics! →
Project Anime logo.png This episode article is part of Project Anime, a Bulbapedia project that covers all aspects of Pokémon animation.
Retrieved from "https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=BW042&oldid=4101929"