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* 日高政光 ''Hidaka Masamitsu'' was the former director of the Pokémon anime.
* 日高政光 ''Hidaka Masamitsu'' was the former director of the Pokémon anime.
* Early reports credited 高木信一郎 ''{{r|高木信一郎}}'' as the animation director for this episode. }}
* Early reports credited 高木信一郎 ''{{r|高木信一郎}}'' as the animation director for this episode. }}
'''Dawn Of A New Era!''' (Japanese: '''ポッチャマ対スボミー！ヒカリ初バトル！！''' ''{{tt|Pochama|Piplup}} VS {{tt|Subomie|Budew}}! {{tt|Hikari|Dawn}}'s First Battle!!'') is the fourth episode of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 470th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It was first broadcast in Japan on October 5, 2006 and in the United States on June 7, 2007.
'''Dawn Of A New Era!''' (Japanese: '''ポッチャマ対スボミー！ヒカリ初バトル！！''' ''{{tt|Pochama|Piplup}} VS {{tt|Subomie|Budew}}! {{tt|Hikari|Dawn}}'s First Battle!!'') is the fourth episode of ''[[Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl]]'', and the 470th episode of the [[Pokémon animated series]]. It was first broadcast in Japan on October 5, 2006 and in the United States on June 7, 2007.


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==Blurb==
==Blurb==
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<i>Dawn is still trying to catch her first wild Pokémon, but Ash's coaching isn't helping at all and both Trainers are getting annoyed. The outlook suddenly gets much brighter when Nando, a traveling Pokémon bard, has his Budew use Sunny Day to lighten the mood. To show Ash her skills, Dawn requests a Contest battle with Nando, but Budew's Grass-type moves are too tough for Piplup. Budew wins and our heroes head to a Pokémon Center, where they learn that Nando can't decide whether to dedicate himself to Pokémon Contests or Gym battles.
<i>Dawn is still trying to catch her first wild Pokémon, but Ash's coaching isn't helping at all and both Trainers are getting annoyed. The outlook suddenly gets much brighter when Nando, a traveling Pokémon bard, has his Budew use Sunny Day to lighten the mood. To show Ash her skills, Dawn requests a Contest battle with Nando, but Budew's Grass-type moves are too tough for Piplup. Budew wins and our heroes head to a Pokémon Center, where they learn that Nando can't decide whether to dedicate himself to Pokémon Contests or Gym battles.


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==Plot==
==Plot==
{{an|Dawn}} makes her second attempt to {{pkmn2|caught|capture}} a {{p|Buneary}}. She pulls out a {{i|Poké Ball}}, but {{Ash}} reminds her to make it larger. She expands the Ball and throws it, but it slips and hits Ash in the face. Ash gets angry and scolds Dawn, and an argument ensues. Buneary slips away, and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} notices, alerting everyone else. Ash and Dawn continue to argue as they continue down the path. {{an|Brock}} tries to stop them, but bright sunlight silences all three of them. Brock mentions that it is {{m|Sunny Day}}. A {{TP|Nando|Budew}} walks up and Ash checks his [[Pokédex]]. A {{wp|minstrel}} steps out from behind a tree, playing a {{wp|harp}} and mentioning that the move helped calm the argument. The group exchanges introductions, the man identifying himself as [[Nando]] and his Budew. Dawn asks Nando for a {{pkmn|battle}} in order to show Ash how strong she is. Nando asks her if she is going for the [[Sinnoh League]], her reply being that she is going for the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]]. Nando decides to make it a [[Contest Battle]] as they head to a clearing. {{TRT}} follows and notices Dawn with Ash and Brock, [[Jessie]] irritated that she is going for the [[Grand Festival]].
{{an|Dawn}} makes her second attempt to {{pkmn2|caught|capture}} a {{p|Buneary}}. She pulls out a {{i|Poké Ball}}, but {{Ash}} reminds her to make it larger. She expands the Ball and throws it, but it slips and hits Ash in the face. Ash gets angry and scolds Dawn, and an argument ensues. Buneary slips away, and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} notices, alerting everyone else. Ash and Dawn continue to argue, even as they continue down the path. {{an|Brock}} tries to stop them, though a ray of intense sunlight silences all three of them. Brock mentions that it is {{m|Sunny Day}}. A {{TP|Nando|Budew}} soon approaches the group, so Ash checks his [[Pokédex]]. A {{wp|minstrel}} steps out from behind a tree, playing a {{p|Mew}}-shaped {{wp|harp}} and mentioning that the move helped calm the argument. The group exchanges introductions, the man identifying himself as [[Nando]] and his Budew. Hoping to prove her strength, Dawn asks Nando for a {{pkmn|battle}}. Nando asks if she is going for the [[Sinnoh League]], though Dawn declares that she is going for the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]]. At that, Nando decides to make it a [[Contest Battle]] and escorts everyone over to a nearby clearing. {{TRT}} follows and notices Dawn is now with Ash and Brock. With the new [[twerp]] in her sights, [[Jessie]] irritated that she is going for the [[Grand Festival]].


Dawn chooses Piplup to go against Budew. Dawn goes first with {{m|Peck}}, but Nando's Budew dodges easily, jumping up in the air and firing {{m|Bullet Seed}}. Piplup dodges and fires {{m|Bubble Beam}}. It hits, but it is [[Type#Type effectiveness|ineffective]] against Budew. Ash points out the [[type]] disadvantage while Brock notices that Budew used the smoke as an [[appeal]]. Nando orders Budew to use {{m|Solar Beam}} and Dawn decides to rush Piplup in with Peck. However, Sunny Day was still in effect, something she overlooked, and Solar Beam fires immediately, scoring a hit and [[fainting|incapacitating]] Piplup. Nando commends Dawn for her first battle as he departs. Team Rocket watches and Jessie snubs Dawn for her loss as they group planning to steal {{AP|Pikachu}}.
Dawn chooses Piplup to go against Budew. Nando offers her the first move, so Dawn starts things off with {{m|Peck}}. However Budew dodges easily, jumping up in the air and firing {{m|Bullet Seed}}. Piplup dodges and hits its opponent with a {{m|Bubble Beam}}, which proves [[Type#Type effectiveness|ineffective]] against Budew. Ash points out the [[type]] disadvantage while Brock notices that Budew used the smoke as an [[Appeal]]. Nando orders Budew to use {{m|Solar Beam}} and Dawn decides to rush Piplup in with Peck. However, Sunny Day was still in effect, something she overlooked, and Solar Beam fires immediately, scoring a hit and [[fainting|incapacitating]] Piplup. Nando commends Dawn on her first battle before he departs. Team Rocket watches and Jessie snubs Dawn for her loss as they plan to steal {{AP|Pikachu}}.


As sunset passes, Dawn sulks at her loss and her inability to catch Pokémon. Brock looks at his guidebook and mentions a nearby [[Pokémon Center]], where they can stay the night. Brock brings out {{TP|Brock|Bonsly}} as Dawn checks her Pokédex. Ash asks if Brock brought {{cat|Brock's Pokémon|his other Pokémon}}, but Bonsly is his only {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}, his other Pokémon [[Pewter Gym|back at home]]. Dawn learns that Brock was the {{ci|Pewter}} [[Gym]] [[Gym Leader|Leader]].
As sunset passes, Dawn sulks at her loss and her inability to catch Pokémon. Brock looks at his guidebook and mentions a nearby [[Pokémon Center]], where they can stay the night. Brock brings out {{TP|Brock|Bonsly}} as Dawn checks her Pokédex. Ash asks if Brock brought {{cat|Brock's Pokémon|his other Pokémon}}, but he affirms that Bonsly is his only {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}, while his other Pokémon are [[Pewter Gym|back at home]]. Dawn learns that Brock was the {{ci|Pewter}} [[Gym Leader]].


At the center, Dawn thinks the [[Nurse Joy]] there was the same one from [[Sandgem Town]]. Brock shows how all the Nurse Joys are related as he makes his romantic advances, Dawn noticing the familiar behavior. Dawn calls [[Johanna|her mother]] as she thanks them for watching her. Nurse Joy comes up and asks Ash if he already registered for the Sinnoh League, which he has not. She takes his Pokédex and plugs it into a computer, registering him. Dawn asks if she can register for {{pkmn|Contest}}s as well, but Joy mentions that she does that at the [[Contest Hall]], as well as getting a [[Contest Pass]]. Three {{pkmn|Trainer}}s arrive with the three [[Sinnoh]] {{pkmn2|starter}}s, one with a {{p|Prinplup}}. Dawn checks her Pokédex as Nando shows up. Nurse Joy hands Nando his Budew as Nando takes off to ponder a decision. Nurse Joy reveals to Ash and his friends that Nando is trying to decide whether to focus on winning [[Badge]]s or [[Ribbon]]s. Ash and Dawn argue about what Nando should choose, running off after Nando to ask, forcing Brock to follow.
At the Center, [[Nurse Joy]] greets the group, and Dawn thinks this Nurse Joy is the same one from [[Sandgem Town]]. Brock promptly shows her a group photo of all the Joys, taking Dawn aback by their startling similarities. As Brock confesses his love to Joy, Dawn notices the familiar behavior. Ash admits even he doesn’t understand it. Later, Dawn calls [[Johanna|her mother]], who thanks the boys for watching out for her daughter. Dawn admits that there is nothing to worry about, though Johanna replies that such a statement only makes her more concerned. Johanna wishes the traveling trio all the best with their ventures before signing off. Afterwards, Nurse Joy approaches and gets Ash to register for the Sinnoh League, using his Pokédex for the registration process. Dawn asks if she can register for {{pkmn|Contest}}s as well, but Joy mentions that she does that at the [[Contest Hall]], as well as getting a [[Contest Pass]]. Three {{pkmn|Trainer}}s arrive with the three [[Sinnoh first partner Pokémon]], one with a {{p|Prinplup}}. Dawn is particularly excited and checks her Pokédex for information on Prinplup.  


Night falls as Ash and Dawn lose Nando. [[Ash's Starly]] did not find Nando as he recalls Starly. Ash mentions that the group will have to camp out for the night as Brock scolds them for being impulsive. A [[List of Team Rocket's disguises|disguised]] Team Rocket shows up and points them to a building in the forest where they can stay. The wind blows and the building, which was really a large, propped board, falls over and removes Team Rocket's disguise. They recite their {{motto|their motto}} as [[James]] brings out {{TP|James|Carnivine}}. Noting the new Pokémon, Ash checks his Pokédex. Dawn brings out Piplup and fires Bubble Beam, but Carnivine literally eats it and charges forward with {{m|Bite}}. However, Budew intercepts, pushing Carnivine back and fires Bullet Seed, sending Team Rocket flying. Nando shows up as Ash and Dawn try to persuade him to focus specifically on either Contests or Gym battles. Ash and Dawn continue to argue as Nando stops them, mentioning that they can hear the forest sounds and [[wild Pokémon]] roaming. The group stops and listens at the various Pokémon. Dawn apologizes to Ash for her anger and the two make up. Ash mentions the time when he first spotted {{an|Ho-Oh}} at [[EP001|the beginning of his journey]]. Dawn mentions her [[DP001|sighting]] of a {{p|Mesprit|projected soul}} of a [[legendary Pokémon]] back at [[Lake Verity]].
Nando also enters the Center, where he retrieves his Budew from treatment. Dawn wonders if he is staying at the Center as well, though Nando admits he needs time to ponder and leaves for the great outdoors. Nurse Joy reveals to Ash and his friends that Nando is trying to decide whether to focus on winning [[Badge]]s or [[Ribbon]]s. Ash and Dawn argue about what Nando should choose, running off after Nando to ask, forcing Brock to follow. However, their night time search fails, even with the assistance of [[Ash's Starly]]. Ash mentions that the group will have to camp out for the night as Brock scolds them for being impulsive.  


Ash asks Nando to battle, which happens the next day, pitting Pikachu against Budew. Pikachu uses {{m|Quick Attack}} on Budew, but it fires Bullet Seed. Pikachu dodges and hits with Quick Attack. Budew uses {{m|Mega Drain}}, ensnaring Pikachu and sending him flying, taking {{stat|Hit Points|energy}} and healing Budew. Pikachu gets up and uses {{m|Thunderbolt}}, shocking Budew. Budew gets up and glows, [[Evolution|evolving]] into {{TP|Nando|Roselia}}. Ash is shocked by Budew's evolution. Roselia uses Sunny Day to amplify the rays and proceeds to complete the combo with SolarBeam. Pikachu darts forward as the beam launches. Pikachu jumps up to dodge and comes down with {{m|Iron Tail}}, knocking out Roselia. Nando picks up Roselia and recalls it. He thanks Ash and Dawn, announcing his decision to do both Contests and Gym battles based on his battles with Ash and Dawn. The group parts way and Ash's group continues on to [[Jubilife City]].
A [[List of Team Rocket's disguises|disguised]] Team Rocket shows up and directs the group to their inn. The group are lured in by the offer of a free overnight stay, and {{MTR}} recommends Pikachu stay in their custom sleeping capsule. The wind suddenly whips up, causing the fake inn façade to collapse and removing Team Rocket's disguises. Now revealed, the Rocket trio recites their {{motto}} and [[James]] brings out {{TP|James|Carnivine}}. Noting the new Pokémon, Ash checks his Pokédex. Dawn orders Piplup to attack with Bubble Beam, but Carnivine literally eats it and charges forward with {{m|Bite}}. However, Budew intercepts, pushing Carnivine back and fires Bullet Seed, sending Team Rocket flying. Nando shows up and is glad to see everyone is fine. He is surprised to encounter them yet again, though he takes them back to his campsite. Ash and Dawn try to persuade him to focus specifically on either Contests or Gym battles, which quickly turns into an argument. Nando stops them, calls for them to hear the forest sounds and [[wild Pokémon]] roaming. The echoing sounds enchant Dawn, admitting she has never stopped to listen to the forest before. Dawn apologizes to Ash for her anger and the two make up. Ash mentions the time when he first spotted {{an|Ho-Oh}} at [[EP001|the beginning of his journey]]. Dawn reveals her own [[DP001|sighting]] of a {{DL|Lake guardians (anime)|Mesprit|mysterious figure}} back at [[Lake Verity]]. Nando plucks at his harp, relieved to see the group understand and shares his same appreciation for mysteries of the world.
 
Ash challenges Nando to battle, which happens the next day, pitting Pikachu against Budew. Pikachu uses {{m|Quick Attack}} on Budew, but it fires Bullet Seed. Pikachu dodges and hits with Quick Attack. Budew replies with {{m|Mega Drain}} to replenish its energy while absorbing Pikachu’s. Pikachu gets up and lands a direct {{m|Thunderbolt}} on its opponent. Budew gets up and glows, [[Evolution|evolving]] into {{TP|Nando|Roselia}}. Ash is shocked by Budew's evolution. Roselia uses Sunny Day to amplify the rays and proceeds to complete the combo with Solar Beam. Pikachu darts forward as the beam launches. Pikachu jumps up to dodge and comes down with {{m|Iron Tail}}, knocking out Roselia. Nando picks up Roselia and [[recall]]s it. He thanks Ash and Dawn, announcing his decision to do both Contests and Gym battles based on his battles with the pair. Nando heads on his way while Ash's group continues on towards [[Jubilife City]].


==Major events==
==Major events==
* {{an|Dawn}} fails to {{pkmn2|caught|catch}} a {{pkmn2|wild}} {{p|Buneary}} for the second time.
* {{an|Dawn}} fails to {{pkmn2|caught|catch}} a {{pkmn2|wild}} {{p|Buneary}} for the second time.
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} meet [[Nando]].
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} meet [[Nando]].
* Dawn has her first {{pkmn|battle|Trainer battle}} against Nando and loses.
* Dawn has her first {{pkmn|Trainer}} {{pkmn|battle}} against Nando and loses.
* {{an|Brock}} reveals that he has only brought {{TP|Brock|Bonsly}} with him to [[Sinnoh]], having left {{cat|Brock's Pokémon|his other Pokémon}} at the [[Pewter Gym]].
* Ash registers for the [[Sinnoh League]].
* Ash registers for the [[Sinnoh League]].
* {{an|Brock}} reveals that he has only brought {{TP|Brock|Bonsly}} with him to [[Sinnoh]], having left {{cat|Brock's Pokémon|his other Pokémon}} at the [[Pewter Gym]].
* Ash, Dawn, and Brock learn that [[James]] owns a {{TP|James|Carnivine}}.
* Ash, Dawn, and Brock learn that [[James]] owns a {{TP|James|Carnivine}}.
* James's Carnivine is revealed to know {{m|Bite}}.
* James's Carnivine is revealed to know {{m|Bite}}.
* Nando's {{p|Budew}} [[Evolution|evolves]] into {{TP|Nando|Roselia}}.
* Ash has a battle with Nando and wins.
* Ash has a battle with Nando and wins.
* Nando's {{p|Budew}} [[Evolution|evolves]] into {{TP|Nando|Roselia}}.
* Nando declares his intention to compete for both [[Badge]]s and [[Ribbon]]s, thus making him a [[rival]] of both Ash and Dawn.
* Nando declares his intention to compete for both [[Badge]]s and [[Ribbon]]s, thus making him a [[rival]] of both Ash and Dawn.
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* {{p|Chimchar}} ({{pkmn|Trainer}}'s)
* {{p|Chimchar}} ({{pkmn|Trainer}}'s)
* {{p|Prinplup}} ({{pkmn|Trainer}}'s; debut)
* {{p|Prinplup}} ({{pkmn|Trainer}}'s; debut)
* {{p|Kricketot}} (debut; multiple)
* {{p|Ho-Oh}} ({{an|Ho-Oh|anime}}; flashback)
* {{p|Ho-Oh}} ({{an|Ho-Oh|anime}}; flashback)
* {{p|Mesprit}} ({{DL|Lake guardians (anime)|Mesprit|anime}}; flashback)
* {{p|Mesprit}} ({{DL|Lake guardians (anime)|Mesprit|anime}}; flashback)
* {{p|Kricketot}} (debut; multiple)
* {{p|Hoothoot}} (×2)
* {{p|Hoothoot}} (×2)
* {{p|Noctowl}} (×2)
* {{p|Noctowl}} (×2)
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* {{p|Duskull}}
* {{p|Duskull}}
* {{p|Chimecho}} (×2)
* {{p|Chimecho}} (×2)
* {{p|Burmy}}
* {{p|Burmy}} (multiple)
* {{p|Buneary}} (multiple)
* {{p|Buneary}} (multiple)
* {{p|Mew}} (on Nando's harp)
* {{p|Mew}} (on Nando's harp)
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* [[Professor Oak's Big Pokémon Encyclopedia]]: [[Pokémon Center]]s
* [[Professor Oak's Big Pokémon Encyclopedia]]: [[Pokémon Center]]s
** Pokémon senryū: ジョーイさん　あいたくなったら　ポケモンセンター ''Jōi-san aitaku nattara, Pokémon sentā.'' "When I want to meet [[Nurse Joy]], Pokémon Center."
** Pokémon senryū: ジョーイさん　あいたくなったら　ポケモンセンター ''Jōi-san aitaku nattara, Pokémon sentā.'' "When I want to meet [[Nurse Joy]], Pokémon Center."
* [[Together]] replaced [[Spurt!]] as the [[List of Japanese opening themes|Japanese opening theme]]{{tt|*|TV airing only, as the previous three episodes did not include an opening theme in their original TV run. &quot;Together&quot; was used in their DVD release, however.}}.
* [[Together]] replaces [[Spurt!]] as the [[List of Japanese opening themes|Japanese opening theme]]{{tt|*|TV airing only, as the previous three episodes did not include an opening theme in their original TV run. &quot;Together&quot; was used in the DVD release for DP002 and DP003, however.}}.
* At the time the Japanese title was revealed, {{p|Budew}} was not yet known to the public.
* At the time the Japanese title was revealed, {{p|Budew}} was not yet known to the public.
* Music from ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' was used as background music.
* Music from ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' and the [[Hoenn]] arc is used as background music.
* The eyecatches feature {{Ash}} (wearing his {{series2|Diamond & Pearl}} outfit), {{an|Dawn}}, and {{an|Brock}}. The first shot shown just before the commercial is a close up of them, while the second shot shown right after the commercials shows their whole bodies. These would be the same shots until the show moved into HD in ''[[DP121|The Lonely Snover!]]''.
* [[4Kids Entertainment|4Kids]] background music is used in this episode.
* The eyecatches feature {{Ash}}, now wearing his ''[[Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl]]'' [[List of clothing (anime)|outfit]], alongside {{an|Dawn}}, and {{an|Brock}}. The first shot shown just before the commercial is a close up of them, while the second shot shown right after the commercials shows their whole bodies. These would be the same shots used until the show moved into HD in ''[[DP121|The Lonely Snover!]]''.


===Errors===
===Errors===
* After Dawn talks to [[Johanna]], her hair-clips turn blue.
* When {{an|Brock}} shows {{an|Dawn}} the [[Nurse Joy]] photo, his hand briefly has Dawn's skin tone.
* Before the end of the episode, the semi Poké Ball on Dawn's hat is missing the filled in pink circle, leaving only the outer circle icon on the hat.
* When Brock proposes to Nurse Joy, his vest turns completely orange.
* Several voice errors can be heard in the Swedish dub:
* After Dawn talks to [[Johanna]], her hairclips turn blue.
* When Dawn asks Nurse Joy if she can register for the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] at the [[Pokémon Center]], Brock's vest pockets are colored orange instead of brown.
* When Ash and Dawn run out of the Pokémon Center after [[Nando]], the z mark on Ash's face is missing.
* Before the end of the episode, the semi {{i|Poké Ball}} on Dawn's hat is missing the filled-in pink circle, leaving only the outer circle pattern on the hat.
* In the English [[dub]], the singing {{p|Buneary}}'s dubbed voices overlap with their Japanese voices.
* A couple vocal errors can be heard in the {{pmin|Sweden|Swedish}} dub:
** When Dawn hits Ash in the face with a Poké Ball, his English voice can be heard.
** When Dawn hits Ash in the face with a Poké Ball, his English voice can be heard.
** Before Ash introduces himself to Nando, Budew's mouth is moving without any sound being heard resulting in an awkward silence.
** Before Ash introduces himself to Nando, {{TP|Nando|Budew}}'s mouth is moving, but no sound can be heard. This also occurs with {{TP|Brock|Bonsly}} before Dawn scans it with her [[Pokédex]].
** Before Dawn scans Bonsly with her Pokédex, Bonsly's mouth is moving but no sound can be heard.


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DP004 Error.png|Dawn's hat error
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Dawn Of A New Era!
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DP004   EP470
ポッチャマ対スボミー！ヒカリ初バトル！！
Pochama VS Subomie! Hikari's First Battle!!
First broadcast
Japan October 5, 2006
United States June 7, 2007
English themes
Opening Diamond and Pearl
Ending
Japanese themes
Opening Together
Ending 君のそばで 〜ヒカリのテーマ〜
Credits
Animation Team Iguchi
Screenplay 冨岡淳広 Atsuhiro Tomioka
Storyboard 日高政光 Masamitsu Hidaka
Assistant director 牧野行洋 Yukihiro Makino
Animation directors 木下和栄 Kazue Kinoshita
牧野行洋 Yukihiro Makino
Additional credits
  • Screenshots on Filb.de
  • 日高政光 Hidaka Masamitsu was the former director of the Pokémon anime.
  • Early reports credited 高木信一郎 Shin'ichirō Takagi as the animation director for this episode.

Dawn Of A New Era! (Japanese: ポッチャマ対スボミー！ヒカリ初バトル！！ Pochama VS Subomie! Hikari's First Battle!!) is the fourth episode of Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl, and the 470th episode of the Pokémon animated series. It was first broadcast in Japan on October 5, 2006 and in the United States on June 7, 2007.

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Blurb

Dawn is still trying to catch her first wild Pokémon, but Ash's coaching isn't helping at all and both Trainers are getting annoyed. The outlook suddenly gets much brighter when Nando, a traveling Pokémon bard, has his Budew use Sunny Day to lighten the mood. To show Ash her skills, Dawn requests a Contest battle with Nando, but Budew's Grass-type moves are too tough for Piplup. Budew wins and our heroes head to a Pokémon Center, where they learn that Nando can't decide whether to dedicate himself to Pokémon Contests or Gym battles.

To help him decide, Ash and Dawn set off to find Nando again, only to end up deep in the forest. It's too late to get back to the Pokémon Center, but three very familiar and suspicious-looking individuals offer them a free inn room for the night. Of course, it's all another Team Rocket scheme to snatch Pikachu! Nando and his Budew come to the rescue, and now it's Ash's turn to ask Nando for a friendly battle.

Ash decides to use Pikachu to battle Budew. Nando's style may be elegant, but even though Budew evolves into Roselia during the match, it's still not enough to defeat Pikachu. Still, Nando had so much fun battling Dawn and Ash that he's decided to do both Gym battles and Pokémon Contests! Our heroes say goodbye to Nando with promises to meet again, then continue their journey towards Dawn's first Contest and Ash's first Sinnoh Gym battle.

Plot

Dawn makes her second attempt to capture a Buneary. She pulls out a Poké Ball, but Ash reminds her to make it larger. She expands the Ball and throws it, but it slips and hits Ash in the face. Ash gets angry and scolds Dawn, and an argument ensues. Buneary slips away, and Piplup notices, alerting everyone else. Ash and Dawn continue to argue, even as they continue down the path. Brock tries to stop them, though a ray of intense sunlight silences all three of them. Brock mentions that it is Sunny Day. A Budew soon approaches the group, so Ash checks his Pokédex. A minstrel steps out from behind a tree, playing a Mew-shaped harp and mentioning that the move helped calm the argument. The group exchanges introductions, the man identifying himself as Nando and his Budew. Hoping to prove her strength, Dawn asks Nando for a battle. Nando asks if she is going for the Sinnoh League, though Dawn declares that she is going for the Sinnoh Grand Festival. At that, Nando decides to make it a Contest Battle and escorts everyone over to a nearby clearing. Team Rocket follows and notices Dawn is now with Ash and Brock. With the new twerp in her sights, Jessie irritated that she is going for the Grand Festival.

Dawn chooses Piplup to go against Budew. Nando offers her the first move, so Dawn starts things off with Peck. However Budew dodges easily, jumping up in the air and firing Bullet Seed. Piplup dodges and hits its opponent with a Bubble Beam, which proves ineffective against Budew. Ash points out the type disadvantage while Brock notices that Budew used the smoke as an Appeal. Nando orders Budew to use Solar Beam and Dawn decides to rush Piplup in with Peck. However, Sunny Day was still in effect, something she overlooked, and Solar Beam fires immediately, scoring a hit and incapacitating Piplup. Nando commends Dawn on her first battle before he departs. Team Rocket watches and Jessie snubs Dawn for her loss as they plan to steal Pikachu.

As sunset passes, Dawn sulks at her loss and her inability to catch Pokémon. Brock looks at his guidebook and mentions a nearby Pokémon Center, where they can stay the night. Brock brings out Bonsly as Dawn checks her Pokédex. Ash asks if Brock brought his other Pokémon, but he affirms that Bonsly is his only Pokémon, while his other Pokémon are back at home. Dawn learns that Brock was the Pewter Gym Leader.

At the Center, Nurse Joy greets the group, and Dawn thinks this Nurse Joy is the same one from Sandgem Town. Brock promptly shows her a group photo of all the Joys, taking Dawn aback by their startling similarities. As Brock confesses his love to Joy, Dawn notices the familiar behavior. Ash admits even he doesn’t understand it. Later, Dawn calls her mother, who thanks the boys for watching out for her daughter. Dawn admits that there is nothing to worry about, though Johanna replies that such a statement only makes her more concerned. Johanna wishes the traveling trio all the best with their ventures before signing off. Afterwards, Nurse Joy approaches and gets Ash to register for the Sinnoh League, using his Pokédex for the registration process. Dawn asks if she can register for Contests as well, but Joy mentions that she does that at the Contest Hall, as well as getting a Contest Pass. Three Trainers arrive with the three Sinnoh first partner Pokémon, one with a Prinplup. Dawn is particularly excited and checks her Pokédex for information on Prinplup.

Nando also enters the Center, where he retrieves his Budew from treatment. Dawn wonders if he is staying at the Center as well, though Nando admits he needs time to ponder and leaves for the great outdoors. Nurse Joy reveals to Ash and his friends that Nando is trying to decide whether to focus on winning Badges or Ribbons. Ash and Dawn argue about what Nando should choose, running off after Nando to ask, forcing Brock to follow. However, their night time search fails, even with the assistance of Ash's Starly. Ash mentions that the group will have to camp out for the night as Brock scolds them for being impulsive.

A disguised Team Rocket shows up and directs the group to their inn. The group are lured in by the offer of a free overnight stay, and Meowth recommends Pikachu stay in their custom sleeping capsule. The wind suddenly whips up, causing the fake inn façade to collapse and removing Team Rocket's disguises. Now revealed, the Rocket trio recites their motto and James brings out Carnivine. Noting the new Pokémon, Ash checks his Pokédex. Dawn orders Piplup to attack with Bubble Beam, but Carnivine literally eats it and charges forward with Bite. However, Budew intercepts, pushing Carnivine back and fires Bullet Seed, sending Team Rocket flying. Nando shows up and is glad to see everyone is fine. He is surprised to encounter them yet again, though he takes them back to his campsite. Ash and Dawn try to persuade him to focus specifically on either Contests or Gym battles, which quickly turns into an argument. Nando stops them, calls for them to hear the forest sounds and wild Pokémon roaming. The echoing sounds enchant Dawn, admitting she has never stopped to listen to the forest before. Dawn apologizes to Ash for her anger and the two make up. Ash mentions the time when he first spotted Ho-Oh at the beginning of his journey. Dawn reveals her own sighting of a mysterious figure back at Lake Verity. Nando plucks at his harp, relieved to see the group understand and shares his same appreciation for mysteries of the world.

Ash challenges Nando to battle, which happens the next day, pitting Pikachu against Budew. Pikachu uses Quick Attack on Budew, but it fires Bullet Seed. Pikachu dodges and hits with Quick Attack. Budew replies with Mega Drain to replenish its energy while absorbing Pikachu’s. Pikachu gets up and lands a direct Thunderbolt on its opponent. Budew gets up and glows, evolving into Roselia. Ash is shocked by Budew's evolution. Roselia uses Sunny Day to amplify the rays and proceeds to complete the combo with Solar Beam. Pikachu darts forward as the beam launches. Pikachu jumps up to dodge and comes down with Iron Tail, knocking out Roselia. Nando picks up Roselia and recalls it. He thanks Ash and Dawn, announcing his decision to do both Contests and Gym battles based on his battles with the pair. Nando heads on his way while Ash's group continues on towards Jubilife City.

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Errors

  • When Brock shows Dawn the Nurse Joy photo, his hand briefly has Dawn's skin tone.
  • When Brock proposes to Nurse Joy, his vest turns completely orange.
  • After Dawn talks to Johanna, her hairclips turn blue.
  • When Dawn asks Nurse Joy if she can register for the Sinnoh Grand Festival at the Pokémon Center, Brock's vest pockets are colored orange instead of brown.
  • When Ash and Dawn run out of the Pokémon Center after Nando, the z mark on Ash's face is missing.
  • Before the end of the episode, the semi Poké Ball on Dawn's hat is missing the filled-in pink circle, leaving only the outer circle pattern on the hat.
  • In the English dub, the singing Buneary's dubbed voices overlap with their Japanese voices.
  • A couple vocal errors can be heard in the Swedish dub:
    • When Dawn hits Ash in the face with a Poké Ball, his English voice can be heard.
    • Before Ash introduces himself to Nando, Budew's mouth is moving, but no sound can be heard. This also occurs with Bonsly before Dawn scans it with her Pokédex.
  • Brock's skin tone

    Brock's skin tone

  • Dawn's miscolored hairclips

    Dawn's miscolored hairclips

  • Dawn's hat error

    Dawn's hat error

Dub edits

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