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'''The Misty Mermaid''' (Japanese: '''ハナダジム！すいちゅうのたたかい！''' ''{{tt|Hanada|Cerulean}} Gym! Underwater Battle!'') is the 61st episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It was first broadcast in Japan on September 3, 1998 and in the United States on September 23, 1999.  
 
'''The Misty Mermaid''' (Japanese: '''ハナダジム！すいちゅうのたたかい！''' ''{{tt|Hanada|Cerulean}} Gym! Underwater Battle!'') is the 61st episode of the [[Pokémon animated series]]. It was first broadcast in Japan on September 3, 1998, and in the United States on September 23, 1999.


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==Blurb==
==Blurb==
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<i>One of Misty's water Pokémon is in desperate need of exercise, so the gang decides to take her Horsea to a gym that's run by her sisters in Cerulean City. But, Misty gets more than she bargains for when she learns that her sisters are planning an exciting underwater ballet.</i>
<i>One of Misty's water Pokémon is in desperate need of exercise, so the gang decides to take her Horsea to a gym that's run by her sisters in Cerulean City. But, Misty gets more than she bargains for when she learns that her sisters are planning an exciting underwater ballet.</i>


==Plot==
==Plot==
While in [[Viridian City]], [[Misty's Horsea]], swimming in a fountain looks ill. {{an|Brock}} suggests that it needs to find a bigger pool to swim in, and so, the gang decides to head for {{an|Misty}}'s home town, [[Cerulean City]]. When they get there, they discover that [[The Sensational Sisters|Misty's sisters]] at the [[Cerulean Gym]] are having trouble attracting crowds to their performances and have advertised Misty to be in a new performance called the "Underwater Ballet." Misty is reluctant to be a part of this at first, but finally agrees after much begging from her sisters. They then celebrate.
While {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} are on their way to [[Viridian City]], [[Misty's Horsea]] looks ill as it swims in a fountain. {{an|Brock}} suggests that it needs to find a bigger pool to swim in, and so, the gang decides to head for {{an|Misty}}'s home town, [[Cerulean City]]. When they get there, they discover that [[Sensational Sisters|Misty's sisters]] at the [[Cerulean Gym]] are having trouble attracting crowds to their performances and have advertised Misty to be in a new performance called the Underwater Ballet. Misty is reluctant to be a part of this at first and shocked to learn that the first performance is tomorrow. She finally agrees after a lot of begging from her sisters alongside Ash and Brock's encouragement. They then celebrate after convincing their little sister to do what they want, much to Misty's frustration.
 
The sisters soon begin rehearsing as Violet, the scriptwriter, reads it out. Misty remains disinterested and nervous, though her sisters actively act out the scenes including the sword fights. Meanwhile, {{TRT}} is in front of the Cerulean Gym when they notice the Underwater Ballet show poster. [[James]] is immediately interested and notes that he used to learn dance, though [[Jessie]] and {{MTR}} have different motives. The trio decides to infiltrate the show to steal all of the {{type|Water}} Pokémon.
 
On the day of the performance, a large crowd fills the whole Gym, eager to see the show. Ash and Brock are sitting among the audience, and Ash is excited to see Misty, though she is nervous after seeing the size of the crowd. After an introductory announcement, the lights dim and the Gym's pool rises close to the ceiling. The show starts smoothly with Misty swimming with the water Pokémon. While {{ka|Lily}} and {{an|Violet}}, in costume, are watching, Team Rocket attacks them. {{an|Daisy}}, who had been taking tickets, hears her cue on the pre-recorded voice-over and goes to change. As the antagonists of the show appear, Ash and Brock quickly realize that Team Rocket has gate-crashed the show and leave their seats to address the situation. Jessie and James insert breathing devices into their mouths before diving into the pool. Misty emerges from a clam shell to see Team Rocket swimming towards her. They perform their {{motto}} underwater and are thrilled by the crowd's applause.


The whole Gym fills up with people eager to see the show. {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}} are sitting among the audience, and Ash is excited to see Misty. The show starts smoothly with Misty swimming with the water Pokémon. While {{ka|Lily}} and [[Violet]] (in costume) are watching {{TRT}} attacks them and replaces them to be the antagonists of the show. {{an|Daisy}}, who had been taking tickets, hears her cue on the pre-recorded voiceover and goes to change. Ash and Brock rush past them to help Misty. Confused at this, Daisy hears banging on a nearby locker, and finds Lily and Violet bound and gagged. An underwater battle commence between Misty's and Ash's water Pokémon and [[Jessie's Arbok]]. Despite being outnumbered, Arbok is able to defend itself against Horsea, Seaking, Squirtle and Starmie.
Meowth, waiting on a diving board, presses a button, and the Meowth Balloon crashes through the ceiling. Meowth then releases a net, which ensnares several {{p|Goldeen}}. Misty and Team Rocket tussle over the Pokémon. Meanwhile, Daisy has since changed into her costume and is about to enter the stage when Ash and Brock appear. They quickly inform her of Team Rocket's arrival and hand her {{TP|Misty|Togepi}} before diving in to help Misty. Confused at this, Daisy hears banging on a nearby locker, and finds Lily and Violet bound and gagged. An underwater battle commences between Misty and Ash's Water Pokémon against [[Jessie's Arbok]]. Horsea's {{m|Bubble}} is swatted way by Arbok's tail, and it then disappears in a {{m|Smokescreen}}. When the black cloud clears, a {{p|Seaking}} attacks Arbok with its horn. Misty then orders Seaking to use {{m|Horn Drill}}, which hits Arbok multiple times.


The battle continues and the audience are completely convinced that it's all part of the show and are practically enjoying it. Although Weezing floats to the surface, unable to be underwater, Arbok dominates its opponents and rounds them up, looking to finish them off. As it looks like Arbok has won, {{OBP|Seel|Cerulean Gym}} fights well against Arbok and eventually evolves into {{p|Dewgong}} to freeze Team Rocket in ice. After Misty and Brock pull out the Water Pokémon, {{AP|Pikachu}} electrocutes the water, sending Jessie, James, and Arbok upwards, hitting Meowth and the balloon, sending them blasting off once more. The crowd goes wild, an obvious fact that they enjoyed the show. Because of this, the Cerulean Gym shows are popular again.  
The battle continues, but the audience is still convinced that it is all part of the show and are practically enjoying it. Violet attempts to help and summons [[Misty's Psyduck]], though they are shocked to learn that it hates water. Although {{TP|James|Weezing}} floats to the surface, unable to breathe underwater, Arbok dominates its opponents and rounds them up, hoping to finish them off. Just then, {{OBP|Seel|Cerulean Gym}} intervenes, quickly encircling Arbok. At Misty's command, it follows up with several {{m|Headbutt}}s. Misty's sisters are impressed by Seel's battling, admitting they never thought about using it. After delivering a successful {{m|Aurora Beam}}, Seel begins spinning and evolves into {{p|Dewgong}}. Arbok advances again, though Dewgong sends it flying into Jessie and James before freezing them with its {{m|Ice Beam}}. After Misty and Brock bring the Water Pokémon to a rock, {{AP|Pikachu}} electrocutes the water, sending Jessie, James, and Arbok upwards. They hit Meowth and the balloon, sending them all blasting off once more. The crowd goes wild, having enjoyed the show. Because of this, the Cerulean Gym shows are popular again, with months worth of bookings set up.


Before departing, Misty decides to leave Horsea in the Gym, and her sisters also borrow her {{TP|Misty|Starmie}}. They also want {{TP|Misty|Togepi}} and Pikachu as well, but Misty and Ash refuse to hand them over, but Misty offers to let them have {{TP|Misty|Psyduck}}, which the sisters say they aren't that desperate for. After all that, Ash and his friends bid farewell to the Sensational Sisters to continue their journey. As they leave Cerulean City, Ash says that Misty was pretty amazing back there, but Misty reminds him that he still owes her a bike.
Before departing, Misty decides to leave Horsea at the Gym after Brock reminds her of Horsea's condition, and her sisters also borrow her {{TP|Misty|Starmie}}. They also want Togepi and Pikachu as well, but Misty and Ash refuse to hand them over. Misty then offers to let them have Psyduck, which the sisters say they aren't that desperate for. Later, Ash and his friends bid farewell to the Sensational Sisters to continue their journey. As they leave Cerulean City, Ash compliments Misty's performance, but Misty reminds him that he still owes her a bike.


==Major events==
==Major events==
* {{an|Misty}}'s {{TP|Misty|Horsea}} is revealed to know {{m|Smokescreen}}.
<!-- 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 Badges, go here. -->
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} visit [[Cerulean City]] again.
* [[Misty's Horsea]] is revealed to know {{m|Smokescreen}}.
* [[Ash's Squirtle]] is revealed to know {{m|Tackle}}.
* [[Ash's Squirtle]] is revealed to know {{m|Tackle}}.
* [[The Sensational Sisters|Misty's sisters']] {{p|Seel}} evolves into {{OBP|Dewgong|Cerulean Gym}}.
* [[Sensational Sisters|Misty's sisters]]' {{p|Seel}} evolves into {{OBP|Dewgong|Cerulean Gym}}.
* Misty leaves her {{TP|Misty|Horsea}} and {{TP|Misty|Starmie}} at the [[Cerulean Gym]].
* {{an|Misty}} leaves her {{TP|Misty|Starmie}} and Horsea at the [[Cerulean Gym]].
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==Characters==
==Characters==
===Humans===
===Humans===
[[File:Dare da EP061.png|200px|thumb|right|{{tt|Dare da?|Who's That Pokémon?}}]]
[[File:Dare da EP061.png|200px|thumb|{{tt|Dare da?|Who's That Pokémon?}}]]
* {{Ash}}
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Misty}}
* {{an|Misty}}
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* [[Jessie]]
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[James]]
* [[The Sensational Sisters]]
* [[Sensational Sisters]]
** {{an|Daisy}}
** {{an|Daisy}}
** [[Violet]]
** {{an|Violet}}
** {{ka|Lily}}
** {{ka|Lily}}
* Crowd


===Pokémon===
===Pokémon===
[[File:WTP EP061.png|thumb|200px|right|Who's That Pokémon?]]
[[File:WTP EP061.png|thumb|200px|Who's That Pokémon?]]
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Clefairy}} ''(US and international)'', {{p|Horsea}} ''(Japan)''
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Clefairy}} ''(US and international)'', {{p|Horsea}} ''(Japan)''


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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
[[File:EP061 fish.png|thumb|200px|Real world fish]]
[[File:EP061 fish.png|thumb|200px|Real world fish]]
* This is the first episode in the Japanese version to feature [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon Lecture]], which would last until mid-{{series|Advanced Generation}} then resume in the early {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}. It is still used as of the {{series|Best Wishes}}.
* This is the first episode in the Japanese version to feature [[Professor Oak's Pokémon Lecture]], which would last until mid-''[[Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire]]''. His lectures resumed in the early ''[[Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl]]'' and continued through ''[[Pokémon the Series: XY]]''.
** Professor Oak's lecture: {{p|Magikarp}}
** [[Professor Oak's Pokémon Lecture]]: {{p|Magikarp}}
*** Pokémon senryū summary: {{p|Magikarp}}, splashes lively, energetic child.
*** Pokémon senryū summary: {{p|Magikarp}}, splashes lively, energetic child.
* The dub title of the episode is a reference to the story ''{{wp|The Little Mermaid}}''.
* The English dub title of the episode is a reference to the fairy-tale story and Disney film ''{{wp|The Little Mermaid}}''.
* Jessie and James's outfits when they appear to ruin the show appear to be based upon the ballet Swan Lake.
** The play itself is also a reference to the fairy-tale, although the overall premise (namely the fact that pirates were the main villains, as well as the main mermaid's overall appearance and her even being named, or at least played by a person named "Misty") more closely resembles the Disney storyteller record ''Misty the Mischievous Mermaid''.
* Since Ash registered Dewgong underwater, the [[Pokédex]] is apparently waterproof, this also marks the first time Ash uses the Pokédex underwater.
* [[Jessie]] and [[James]]'s outfits when they appear to ruin the show appear to be based upon the ballet Swan Lake.
* Unlike its pre-evolution {{p|Ekans}}, [[Jessie's Arbok]] is shown to have the ability to breathe underwater. [[James's Weezing]] however, is less dense than water and immediately floats to the surface.
* Since {{Ash}} registered {{p|Dewgong}} underwater, the [[Pokédex]] is apparently waterproof. This also marks the first time Ash uses the Pokédex underwater.
* The DVD and VHS releases of this episode incorrectly places it directly after ''[[EP053|The Purr-fect Hero]]''.
* Unlike its pre-evolution {{p|Ekans}}, [[Jessie's Arbok]] is shown to have the ability to breathe underwater. [[James's Weezing]], however, is less dense than water and immediately floats to the surface.
* The book ''[[Splashdown in Cerulean City]]'' is based on this episode.
* This marks the final appearance of [[Misty's Starmie]] in the main series, excluding a flashback in ''[[EP073|Bad To The Bone]]'', until ''[[JN140|Bearing Down Easy!]]'', 1,164 episodes later.
** This also marks the final appearance of [[Misty's Horsea]] in the main series.
* The DVD and VHS releases of this episode incorrectly place it directly after ''[[EP053|The Purr-fect Hero]]'', as that episode takes chronologically place right before Ash and {{ashfr}} head to [[Cinnabar Island]].
* This episode was partially adapted into the book [[Splashdown in Cerulean City]].
* This episode is featured on the ''Volume 3: Water'' copy of [[Pokémon Elements]].
* This episode is featured on the ''Volume 3: Water'' copy of [[Pokémon Elements]].
* It's revealed that {{TP|Misty|Psyduck}} is unable to breathe underwater, despite being a Water Pokémon.
* It is revealed that {{TP|Misty|Psyduck}} is unable to breathe underwater, despite being a {{type|Water}} Pokémon.
* [[Animals in the Pokémon world|Real world fish]] are seen in an aquarium inside the Cerulean Gym, for some reason, instead of additional Generation I fish Pokémon {{p|Magikarp}}, {{p|Seaking}}, and {{p|Goldeen}}.
* [[Animals in the Pokémon world|Real world fish]] are seen in an aquarium inside the [[Cerulean Gym]], instead of additional [[Generation I]] fish Pokémon {{p|Magikarp}}, {{p|Seaking}}, and {{p|Goldeen}}.
* This is one of [[Team Rocket mottos#Variations in the original series|many episodes]] in which a variation of the Team Rocket motto is given. In the last line, Meowth replaces "Meowth, that's right" with "Meowth, that's wet".
* This is one of [[Team Rocket motto#Variations in the original series|many episodes]] in which a variation of {{TRT}}'s motto is given. In the last line, {{MTR}} replaces "Meowth, that's right" with "Meowth, that's wet".
* These are Lily and Violet's last major appearances.


===Errors===
===Errors===
* The swords Misty's sisters are using are made of rubber, however when Daisy unleashes her sword as she is about to go on stage, it has a metal sound effect.
[[File:EP061 error.png|thumb|200px|Ash's missing glove]]
* When Pikachu falls in the water, its mouth doesn't move when it says "Pika-Pi".
* When Daisy says that the [[Sensational Sisters]] have been performing for so long that they no longer garner large crowds, Ash's left glove is missing.
* Despite Arbok fighting in the water, it is said that only Water Pokémon could do so. However, many real snakes have the ability to survive and fight under water, which may explain why Arbok can do so.
* The swords {{an|Misty}}'s sisters are using are made of rubber, but when {{an|Daisy}} unleashes her sword as she is about to go onstage, it has a metal sound effect.
* When {{AP|Pikachu}} falls in the water, his mouth doesn't move when he says "Pika-Pi".
* Despite Arbok fighting in the water, it is said that only Water Pokémon could do so. However, many real world snakes have the ability to survive and fight underwater, which may explain why Arbok can do so.
 
===Dub edits===
* [[Pikachu's Jukebox]]: [[2.B.A. Master]] (US DVD box set), {{so|Viridian City}} (Pokémon TV)
* The sign in front of the [[Gym]] has its text changed from "Hanada Gym" to "Cerulean Gym".
* Ash compares the mermaid on the poster to Misty in the dub, while he comments on the oddness of the gym doing swimming and underwater ballet shows in the original.
* In the English dub, {{ka|Lily}} guilt-trips Misty by saying the customers will be disappointed, but she simply teases her inexperience in the original version.
* Lily starts narrating the ballet's plot earlier in the dub; in the original, she starts by saying she is more worthy for the role but is being kind by giving it to Misty.
* When {{an|Brock}} and Ash are applauding the ballet rehearsal, they specifically compliment the prince and the {{p|Seel}} respectively in the dub. In the original version, they simply complimented the story in general.
* James' quip that "next time [they'll] steal men's clothes" was originally just a remark on the magnificence of their plan.
* The sign that says "Metamon Coffee & Tea" had the word {{tt|Metamon|Ditto}} digitally erased from it.
* In the final exchange of the dub, Ash compliments Misty's performance while Misty tells him flattery won't make her forget about her destroyed [[Bicycle|bike]]. In the original, Ash reaffirms his original suspicion of the Gym while Misty tells him not to think much of it.


==In other languages==
==In other languages==
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ハナダジム！すいちゅうのたたかい！
Hanada Gym! Underwater Battle!
First broadcast
Japan September 3, 1998
United States September 23, 1999
English themes
Opening Pokémon Theme
Ending
Japanese themes
Opening めざせポケモンマスター
Ending ポケモン音頭
Credits
Animation Team Ota
Screenplay 大橋志吉 Yukiyoshi Ōhashi
Storyboard 井硲清高 Kiyotaka Itani
Assistant director 岡崎幸男 Yukio Okazaki
Animation director 林広道 Hiromichi Hayashi
Additional credits

The Misty Mermaid (Japanese: ハナダジム！すいちゅうのたたかい！ Hanada Gym! Underwater Battle!) is the 61st episode of the Pokémon animated series. It was first broadcast in Japan on September 3, 1998, and in the United States on September 23, 1999.

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Blurb

One of Misty's water Pokémon is in desperate need of exercise, so the gang decides to take her Horsea to a gym that's run by her sisters in Cerulean City. But, Misty gets more than she bargains for when she learns that her sisters are planning an exciting underwater ballet.

Plot

While Ash and his friends are on their way to Viridian City, Misty's Horsea looks ill as it swims in a fountain. Brock suggests that it needs to find a bigger pool to swim in, and so, the gang decides to head for Misty's home town, Cerulean City. When they get there, they discover that Misty's sisters at the Cerulean Gym are having trouble attracting crowds to their performances and have advertised Misty to be in a new performance called the Underwater Ballet. Misty is reluctant to be a part of this at first and shocked to learn that the first performance is tomorrow. She finally agrees after a lot of begging from her sisters alongside Ash and Brock's encouragement. They then celebrate after convincing their little sister to do what they want, much to Misty's frustration.

The sisters soon begin rehearsing as Violet, the scriptwriter, reads it out. Misty remains disinterested and nervous, though her sisters actively act out the scenes including the sword fights. Meanwhile, Team Rocket is in front of the Cerulean Gym when they notice the Underwater Ballet show poster. James is immediately interested and notes that he used to learn dance, though Jessie and Meowth have different motives. The trio decides to infiltrate the show to steal all of the Water-type Pokémon.

On the day of the performance, a large crowd fills the whole Gym, eager to see the show. Ash and Brock are sitting among the audience, and Ash is excited to see Misty, though she is nervous after seeing the size of the crowd. After an introductory announcement, the lights dim and the Gym's pool rises close to the ceiling. The show starts smoothly with Misty swimming with the water Pokémon. While Lily and Violet, in costume, are watching, Team Rocket attacks them. Daisy, who had been taking tickets, hears her cue on the pre-recorded voice-over and goes to change. As the antagonists of the show appear, Ash and Brock quickly realize that Team Rocket has gate-crashed the show and leave their seats to address the situation. Jessie and James insert breathing devices into their mouths before diving into the pool. Misty emerges from a clam shell to see Team Rocket swimming towards her. They perform their motto underwater and are thrilled by the crowd's applause.

Meowth, waiting on a diving board, presses a button, and the Meowth Balloon crashes through the ceiling. Meowth then releases a net, which ensnares several Goldeen. Misty and Team Rocket tussle over the Pokémon. Meanwhile, Daisy has since changed into her costume and is about to enter the stage when Ash and Brock appear. They quickly inform her of Team Rocket's arrival and hand her Togepi before diving in to help Misty. Confused at this, Daisy hears banging on a nearby locker, and finds Lily and Violet bound and gagged. An underwater battle commences between Misty and Ash's Water Pokémon against Jessie's Arbok. Horsea's Bubble is swatted way by Arbok's tail, and it then disappears in a Smokescreen. When the black cloud clears, a Seaking attacks Arbok with its horn. Misty then orders Seaking to use Horn Drill, which hits Arbok multiple times.

The battle continues, but the audience is still convinced that it is all part of the show and are practically enjoying it. Violet attempts to help and summons Misty's Psyduck, though they are shocked to learn that it hates water. Although Weezing floats to the surface, unable to breathe underwater, Arbok dominates its opponents and rounds them up, hoping to finish them off. Just then, Seel intervenes, quickly encircling Arbok. At Misty's command, it follows up with several Headbutts. Misty's sisters are impressed by Seel's battling, admitting they never thought about using it. After delivering a successful Aurora Beam, Seel begins spinning and evolves into Dewgong. Arbok advances again, though Dewgong sends it flying into Jessie and James before freezing them with its Ice Beam. After Misty and Brock bring the Water Pokémon to a rock, Pikachu electrocutes the water, sending Jessie, James, and Arbok upwards. They hit Meowth and the balloon, sending them all blasting off once more. The crowd goes wild, having enjoyed the show. Because of this, the Cerulean Gym shows are popular again, with months worth of bookings set up.

Before departing, Misty decides to leave Horsea at the Gym after Brock reminds her of Horsea's condition, and her sisters also borrow her Starmie. They also want Togepi and Pikachu as well, but Misty and Ash refuse to hand them over. Misty then offers to let them have Psyduck, which the sisters say they aren't that desperate for. Later, Ash and his friends bid farewell to the Sensational Sisters to continue their journey. As they leave Cerulean City, Ash compliments Misty's performance, but Misty reminds him that he still owes her a bike.

Major events

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Debuts

Pokémon debuts

Characters

Humans

Dare da?

Pokémon

Who's That Pokémon?

Who's That Pokémon?: Clefairy (US and international), Horsea (Japan)

Trivia

Real world fish

Errors

Ash's missing glove
  • When Daisy says that the Sensational Sisters have been performing for so long that they no longer garner large crowds, Ash's left glove is missing.
  • The swords Misty's sisters are using are made of rubber, but when Daisy unleashes her sword as she is about to go onstage, it has a metal sound effect.
  • When Pikachu falls in the water, his mouth doesn't move when he says "Pika-Pi".
  • Despite Arbok fighting in the water, it is said that only Water Pokémon could do so. However, many real world snakes have the ability to survive and fight underwater, which may explain why Arbok can do so.

Dub edits

  • Pikachu's Jukebox: 2.B.A. Master (US DVD box set), Viridian City (Pokémon TV)
  • The sign in front of the Gym has its text changed from "Hanada Gym" to "Cerulean Gym".
  • Ash compares the mermaid on the poster to Misty in the dub, while he comments on the oddness of the gym doing swimming and underwater ballet shows in the original.
  • In the English dub, Lily guilt-trips Misty by saying the customers will be disappointed, but she simply teases her inexperience in the original version.
  • Lily starts narrating the ballet's plot earlier in the dub; in the original, she starts by saying she is more worthy for the role but is being kind by giving it to Misty.
  • When Brock and Ash are applauding the ballet rehearsal, they specifically compliment the prince and the Seel respectively in the dub. In the original version, they simply complimented the story in general.
  • James' quip that "next time [they'll] steal men's clothes" was originally just a remark on the magnificence of their plan.
  • The sign that says "Metamon Coffee & Tea" had the word Metamon digitally erased from it.
  • In the final exchange of the dub, Ash compliments Misty's performance while Misty tells him flattery won't make her forget about her destroyed bike. In the original, Ash reaffirms his original suspicion of the Gym while Misty tells him not to think much of it.

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