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(Pokémon, I'll get you!)

Whether in fires, in the water, in the grass, in the forests,

In the ground, in the clouds, in that girl's skirt, (KYAA~~~!!)

It's very, very, very, very tricky, but

I'm sure I'll get you!

Pokémon, I'll get you!

Pallet Town, farewell, bye-bye,

I'm going on a journey with this guy (Pikachu~)

We'll win every time with skills we've trained,

Make new friends, and head off to the next town. (We're waiting)

That things will always go well

Is never guaranteed (That's right),

But, forever and always, I live life to the fullest,

When these guys are with me.

Ah! I aim to be a Pokémon Master,

I want to be, I have to be,

I know I'll be one!

I humbly receive!

It was sparked by a few words from Kasumi.

Come to think of it...

You always seem to get badges on compassionate grounds, Satoshi.

You haven’t gotten them properly with true merit.

Aren't you a little worried for yourself?

Here, here. Settle down, Satoshi.

Well, luck is a talent, too.

But hasn't Satoshi only really won against the Rocket Gang?

What? Did you have to go that far?

In that case, let's have a Pokémon match right here, right now!

Don't stop me, Pikachu!

Why are you taking shots?

Pikachu has a very natural expression right now.

This is not good at all!

I get it, I get it.

Long story short, you need to know your ability level, right?

That's why I'm battling Kasumi.

What if you could get it assessed properly?

Assessed?

The Pokémon League Certification Exam!

Pokémon League...

Certification Exam?

Pokémon Certification Exam!?

In order to participate in the Pokémon League, one must visit several Gyms

and obtain badges which are proof one has won matches against Gym Leaders.

However...

At this official Pokémon League Certification Center,

officials assess whether one passes with an overall score in written and practical skills.

For those that succeed,

they will receive a badge that qualifies them to challenge the Pokémon League.

Here is your examinee number.

Lucky seven!

See? Luck is a talent.

You're not getting carried away again, are you?

Lucky seven? He gets everything.

I'm 17 years old, and I work as an idol.

I feel like I've met her.

Hey look, there're so many different kinds of people here.

You're right. But, they don't look like much.

Oh, Nurse Jōi!

Huh? It really is!

Wait a moment.

You need to leave your Monster Balls in our care.

What?

The examination is not conducted with your Pokémon.

What?

Here.

You can rely on us.

I will take care of this Pikachu.

Understood. Please, do your best.

Now, Satoshi. Keep a level head.

Got it!

Wow. So even your aim is to be a Pokémon Master, Nurse Jōi?

Yes. I've always aspired to be one.

Excuse me, which Nurse Jōi are you?

I came from Fuchsia City.

I'm the little sister of the one from Vermilion.

You are the most beautiful!

He says that every single time.

I usually can't visit the Gyms due to work, so I've come to take the examination.

This exam is pretty convenient.

Yes. It is for people who find it difficult to travel around due to their age, or if they're busy working like me.

It's very handy.

You can do it! I'll be cheering you on in my heart.

Thank you.

Think we'll see your true ability while we're here?

Of course. I'll get the highest grade.

I feel like I've seen him somewhere...

E-Excuse me...

Yes?

So you're Kojirō.

Uh-oh!

Your voice is too loud!

Kojirō?

What are you looking at, old lady? Shoo, shoo!

Old lady?

What are you doing, old lady?

What are you doing here?

Musashi?

This disguise of yours has no fashion sense.

Why are you here?

Well... You see... That's...

Well, as a person living in this world, in this age...

I suppose my dream is naturally to be a Pokémon Master.

It's laughable! Come on, laugh!

You have a pretty regular dream.

What does a young man chase if not his dreams?

There is no loss in trying!

You sure are something.

Aren't you here for a similar reason, Musashi?

Oh. I just wanted to add a new page to my already brilliant book of licences.

I'll be honest with you...

Tea ceremony, flowers, kimono fitting...

Sommelier, beautician, shoe-fitter...

There's just one I'm missing...

That is...

...to be a Pokémon Master!

Why are you here?

Searching for you!

You said that you suddenly remembered you had something to do and disappeared.

So then...

Where's nyat wedding?

Where's nyat relative's memorial service?

Isn't the weather lovely?

The tea is delicious...

Dyon't change the subject!

Lies mark the beginning of a thief.

We're not on business today!

Go play until the examination is over!

Hurry, while we have the chance!

1st Test

This is the first test.

It will measure your knowledge about Pokémon.

Now then, begin!

Bring it on! I'm going to get all the questions right.

Lickitung's tongue is twice the length of their body. True or false?

Err... I feel like it's a longer length.

False.

The Pokémon proverb goes as follows:

"The Ninetales lives 1000 years, the Wartortle lives 10,000 years".

True or False?

This is simple. True! True!

Another name for Hitmonlee is "the Punching Demon".

Huh? Hitmonlee and Hitmonchan? Which one punches and which one kicks again?

I'm sure it's true.

The only move Magikarp knows from the outset is "Splash".

True or False?

What? Magikarp?!

I get angry whenever I remember that, but I don't know!

True, yup, that one's true.

Caterpie is the smallest Pokémon.

True or False?

...and that's true.

Musashi's an impressive one.

Koffing was first discovered in public bath houses.

True or False?

Yes, it's true.

True. True. They're all true.

I'll hit half of them this way, whether they're true or false.

2nd Test

The second test will measure how well you can recognize Pokémon.

Look here.

Part of a Pokémon's body will be displayed.

Please put in what Pokémon it is.

All right! I'm going to get all the questions right!

Now then, first question...

What Pokémon is this?

Come on! This is easy-peasy.

Voltorb.

Easy win. I'm sure it's a Monster Ball.

That's an Electrode.

Now then, the correct answer is...

A Jigglypuff, as seen from above.

No way!

Second question!

Which Pokémon has this pattern?

What's that?

It's an Omanyte's shell.

It's a coiled-up Arbok.

Okay, I've decided. It's Poliwhirl.

The correct answer is...

Poliwag.

This one is often mistaken.

When Poliwag evolves into Poliwhirl...

The stomach swirl reverses.

That's a difficult one!

Really high level.

Fifteenth question...

Which Pokémon has this tail?

Charmander? Charmeleon?

Charizard?

This time there's no doubt about it...

The correct answer is Ponyta.

No... No way...

Give me just one question I know!

You! Sit down!

You've got to be kidding me!

How can I become a Pokémon Master like this?!

To be a Pokémon Master,

one must be suitably cool, calm, and collected with any kind of Pokémon.

You must have a firm grasp of their ecology.

I don't even know what you're saying anymore!

I refuse to do this!

Disqualified!

I'm out of here.

Musashi...

What a shame...

I've seen that attitude somewhere before...

Hey, we're going!

Where are we gyoing?

I've decided to get my revenge!

That's my Nurse Jōi!

Where are you, Satoshi?

Well. I'm sure I'm under "performed well".

Satoshi!

You're over here.

See? Here.

That's impossible!

Two or Three More Efforts

Toru!

It's just a commemorative photo...

You're going to make everyone who gave you Badges lose face.

Those were Pokémon battles, not tests!

I have to work hard for Musashi, too!

Who is it?

Jigglypuff as seen from above

3rd Test

Squirtle, Water Gun!

Squirtle, Skull Bash!

Go, Nurse Jōi! You're so beautiful!

Toru! That shining sweat right now must be one of your shutter chances!

Right, right.

Now then, which do you like? Go on!

Which one, I wonder?

We don't get to know the Pokémon inside?

That's what makes it a test.

But these Pokémon are trained for battle.

They'll obey you perfectly.

We want to see that, no matter which Pokémon comes out,

you will be able to respond properly as a Trainer.

Will we battle the instructors?

That's right.

All right! This one's mine.

This one for me!

Here we go!

Kojirō! Go and tear him apart!

I don't really care though.

Enemy of Musashi! Go!

I'll win with this one!

Electric!

Thunder! Thunderbolt!

I know every single one of Pikachu's moves thoroughly!

This is just making me sad.

Now, I shall go.

There!

Pikachu, Thunderbolt!

This sort of feels right!

What? Why? What's wrong with me?

Electric-type moves not flowing through Rock Pokémon is a basic fundamental!

One point deducted!

How about this then?!

Can you win now?!

Disqualified!

What?

It is a violation of the rules to bring out two Pokémon on the field at once.

What do you know?

I am the rulebook!

This is awful.

Well, I guess a villain has the dreams of a villain.

Look, now it's Satoshi's turn!

Keep calm!

Leave it to me!

Don't let this shutter chance get away, Toru!

Don't worry. You can count on me.

Darn it...

Kojirō...

Come on, playtime's over.

Ready, Satoshi?

Yes!

Go, Monster Ball!

Eevee's evolved form, Flareon, huh?

Okay! First shot, go!

What? Weezing?

Well, I'll be damned.

I got it! His expression is the same as the Pokémon's!

Don't capture that!

The test has already begun!

Go, Flareon!

Flamethrower!

I know! Weezing, spray your Smog!

Flareon, Leer!

Dodge, Weezing!

Smokescreen!

Excellent work!

Now, Tackle!

All right! I got the first win!

He's so much more animated when it comes to battles!

I guess that's from fighting the Rocket Gang...

He's remembered it!

Now, up next!

It's a Jolteon this time!

Next Monster Ball, go!

All sorts of Rocket Gang stuff today!

So, Arbok's moves are...

Jolteon, Agility!

I got it! Arbok, Glare!

Bind them with your Wrap attack!

Oh no!

I forgot all about Jolteon' spikes!

Now! Thunder attack!

Arbok...

Jolteon's spikes are not for showing off!

Watching your opponents closely to decide your attacks is a basic fundamental for a Trainer.

Arbok, return!

My third Monster Ball...

Go! There it is!

Meowth...

It really is the Rocket Gang all over again.

Go for it, Meowth!

So Meowth's moves would be...

Fury Swipes!

Next up is this one!

Vaporeon, huh?

Okay, Meowth!

Fury Swipes!

Vaporeon, Ice Beam!

Meowth!

That's the match, Satoshi.

Darn...

You idiot!

You should study harder about us!

You're a shameful one!

A Meowth that can speak words. How unusual!

I'll get you, Meowth!

You, return those Pokémon!

Silence!

How dare you make fools of us!

Tests like this should not exist!

What?

Whatever it is you ask us about...

it is the world's pity to answer you!

Oh, it's the Rocket Gang!

To prevent the world's destruction.

To protect the world's peace.

Fulfilling the evils of love and truth.

The lovely, charmy villains.

Musashi!

Kojirō!

The Rocket Gang duo soars through the galaxy.

A white hole, a white tomorrow awaits us.

Nya-t's about right!

Hey! Don't interfere with the examination!

You should do your revision and aim to be a Pokémon Master!

We don't care about being Pokémon Masters anymore.

We've gotten them and turned them into our evil minions!

Pikachu, Ivysaur, Charizard, go!

Blast this place to smithereens!

I can't forgive you for bullying a Meowth!

What?

We've never let that happen!

Go, Pikachu!

Ivysaur, Vine Whip!

Charizard, Flamethrower!

Pikachu, time for Thunder!

Ivysaur, Charizard, Pikachu! All turn to your right!

How?

You were originally the instructor of that Pikachu and the others?

Correct.

All right. Meowth, Weezing, Arbok! Deal the final blow!

Weezing, Explosion!

This feels bad!

I deeply apologize for the trouble.

Due to the intrusion of the Rocket Gang,

things have gotten very jumbled up.

I reckon the test will need to be redone from the beginning.

Oh my. We've all worked so hard.

Satoshi...

Your efforts to drive out the Rocket Gang were terrific.

How about it? Would you like to redo the test once more?

Well, I think I'll have to decline.

Come on, no need to hold back.

Well, the thing is,

I think it's more in my nature to collect badges at my own pace.

Right, Pikachu?

In other words, you're more of a battle type?

That's it!

Is that bad?

Not really!

It's not worth doing the test if you know that.

I guess you could put it that way.

But it was pretty fun to battle against the different sorts of people here.

The Pokémon League...

There are various ways to reach there.

But eight badges are proof of hard work.

You can do it, Satoshi.

Beyond that hard work is the path to the Pokémon League.

Huh? Where's Satoshi and the others?

They're already headed for the next Gym.

Oh my! That Meowth?

They were blown away with me.

Anything to eat?

Could this one be...

Where am I? Who are you?

I'm going to get this talking Meowth!

Hold it right there!

Well then, what will Meowth's fate be?

Watch out for next time!

The Rocket Gang shall get victory!

Don't you have anything to say, Meowth?

(Yes~)

(ha-dokkoi-dokkoi-dokkoi-natto)

(a-sate-a-sate-sate-sate-sate-sate)

(dod-dod-Dogas do-dod-ga-dod shaa~!)

(do-dod-ga-Dogas dod-dod-dod shaa~!)

The swirling whirlpool, the stomach of the Poliwhirl

(Yes, yes!)

It may be very, very, very, very tough, but...

That's where you (dig, dig), that's where you dig

Woof! Woof!

Poké-Poké-Poké-Pokémon Ondo

Get it with a one-two-a-three, very good

Dance, and dance, and be surprised

(Victreebel!)

Be surprised, be surprised, and step back from there

(Golbat!)

That's all for now~

(Yes~!)

A care center where they raise Pokémon splendidly?

I'd like to try leaving some with them.

Something's strange about this situation.

Could it be one of the Rocket Gang's traps?

Everyone's Pokémon will be in danger if it is.

All right! I'll get them all back!

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