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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!

There are three weeks left until the Pokémon League.

However, Satoshi is running out of time, as he hasn't done as much independent training as he thought.

Come on out, Hitmonchan!

Oh! It's a Hitmonchan!

Exactly what you'd expect from a Fighting-type Trainer.

Hitmonchan, Thunder Punch!

Come on...

What are you doing, Kasumi?

You don't have the time to be watching television.

You still haven't done any independent training!

What are you talking about?

We were just watching a video about Shiba of the Elite Four, a Trainer among Trainers!

We thought we'd grasp some of Shiba's esoteric Pokémon techniques by watching.

That's right. Esoteric techniques.

Wait. What are esoteric techniques?

So you're going to learn it without even knowing what it is?

Esoteric techniques are the most important things for a Pokémon Trainer to grow stronger.

Yup! That's esoteric techniques!

We'll become Shiba's students and learn those esoteric techniques.

That's totally impossible.

The Elite Four are superstars. They're people far higher in rank than us.

I wonder if there's a way to meet Shiba?

Oh, there is.

People have seen Shiba of the Elite Four up on Mount Miyazaki.

All right. We're off to become Shiba's students and get a hold of his esoteric techniques.

Enter Elite Four Shiba!

What? The mountain's pretty close to Pallet Town.

There.

Let's get going quickly.

Let's take a break at the tea house up ahead.

Agreed.

Seriously? How are you going to become Shiba's students?

My stomach is rumbling.

My legs are worn out.

So feeble.

Welcome!

Excuse me...

Have you heard of a person called Shiba coming to the mountain for independent training?

Shiba?

Yes.

Not sure.

But recently there's been some rural mountain people dressed for training appearing all over the place.

They've stolen dumplings and are being an absolute nuisance.

My dumplings! It can't be!

These are pretty good.

Nice and sweet.

Are you serious about the independent training?

The rural mountain people have appeared!

What's this?

Return my dumplings, you mountain people!

What are you people?

Wha—

Wha—

Wha—

—atever it is you ask us about...

it is the world's pity to answer you!

We're fast-forwarding from this point...

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!

There we go.

Nya-t's about right!

We got through it.

My tongue feels like it's going to fall out.

The Rocket Gang!

What exactly are you up to as mountain people?

What does it look like? We're in the mountains to train.

We've had enough of always winding up in pain thanks to you guys.

So we thought of obtaining the esoteric techniques of the mountain person's life.

But the life of a mountain person is harsh.

Yes. The food isn't great.

So we've gotten all these dumplings.

How about you get this?!

We'll remember this!

That was amazing, ma'am.

Are you going into the heart of the mountain?

Yes, ma'am.

Then I'm sure you've seen the giant Onix?

Giant Onix?

Yes!

The good quality earth around here has caused the Onix to grow very well.

They say this is the breeding ground for giant Onix.

The giant Onix of Mount Miyakazi, huh?

Sounds a little bit scary.

It's all right. They may be huge, but they have a docile disposition.

Is Master Shiba really training in a place like this?

What's the matter?

Look. There's a huge path here.

I think this path means

that something huge came through and left its tracks.

What's that sound?

What's that?

A huge Onix!

It's coming this way!

Run or it'll squash us flat!

I'm impressed that the Mount Miyazaki giant Onix has grown so well.

Is this really the time for that?

We'll be crushed!

Oh no!

This way!

We're saved.

You're not hurt, are you?

We're fine.

Thanks to you.

What's with you two?

I-it's Master Shiba!

Huh?

Why are you here?

Well... the truth is...

Master Shiba, this guy's entering the Pokémon League soon.

He's a scatterbrain and a bit of a dummy, but he's an earnest person.

Please teach him your esoteric techniques. We'll do anything.

Hey, Satoshi. You ask, too.

Please do.

Hey, show more courtesy!

I humbly beg you.

Please, Master Shiba!

Please!

Are you saying you're prepared to do anything?

Of course.

We will!

Yeah!

We will! Please consider us!

What does drawing water have to do with esoteric techniques?

I've seen this before in a movie.

Drawing water is like kenpō to train up your muscle strength.

Master Shiba is sure to instruct us in his esoteric techniques!

Sorry about that. It wasn't on purpose.

Next is chopping firewood.

What is the significance of chopping firewood?

It is said that the basis of secluded mountain training is building grip strength with firewood chopping.

Sorry for not getting involved. I'm not part of this.

Put your back into it.

It wasn't on purpose.

Next is stacking rocks over there.

Got it.

Master Shiba, what is the significance of this training?

Stacking fieldstones brings about a sense of delicate balance.

Heavy...

This time it's definitely on purpose!

Shave this stick.

Okay.

Wh-what is this?

Esoteric techniques are so profound that I have no idea.

Master, I did it with all my might. It must be about time for the esoteric techniques.

After all, when you build a fire to cook rice gruel with soy sauce, you must fan it.

I'm a fan for the taste of that e-soy-teric technique. Get it?

You saved me. I thought I was going without food today.

He's just used us as an opportunity to eat.

I'm no fan of his taste in dad jokes.

I'm sure this guy is a Shiba impostor.

You two just don't see the greatness of Master Shiba.

Even if it looks like the Master is just taking the time to eat...

His mind's eye is open!

Master, please show us your esoteric techniques!

Th-that hurts...

Master!

The esoteric techniques of a Pokémon Trainer...

Yes, please teach us!

That's not how it works.

Do you mean you aren't training in the mountains to master your esoteric techniques?

I've secluded myself on this mountain

in order to get the most giant Onix among the giant Onix.

After all, to become a stronger Pokémon Trainer,

one must get stronger Pokémon!

My idealized image of Master Shiba is crumbling away!

Did you, did you, did you hear that?

That Shiba from the Elite Four wants to get a giant Onix among Onix.

Maybe we can get stronger without any training.

Who is it?

Giant Onix

These are the tracks of Onix passing through?

They're rumored to be quite big.

I'm anxious about getting them.

Have no fear. We have a secret weapon!

It's always a bazooka.

Now, come on out.

Giant Onix among the darling giant Onix!

Yahoo!

It's coming...

It's huge!

Don't be surprised! If you move, I reckon it'll be the end of us!

Right!

That Shiba of the Elite Four...

I wonder if he even has one esoteric technique...

Maybe you have to go through hardship to find out the esoteric techniques for yourself?

Could be.

What was that?

Sounded like an explosion.

Let's go!

We did it!

Loaded with strong spirit.

We got it!

Let's get out of here!

It should be ladies first at a time like this!

That's not fair!

I'm going on ahead!

Those voices!

The Rocket Gang!

Looks like they've bungled something.

An Onix for an Onix!

Water Pokémon for Rock Pokémon!

Staryu!

All right. If this is how it is, I'll use a Water Pokémon, too!

Squirtle, I choose you!

Onix, Tackle!

It's no good. Its power is too great!

Save us!

Don't forsake us!

Hurry up!

Staryu, Water Gun!

Weaken that Onix!

Staryu can't do it alone. Let's work together, Satoshi!

Okay. Squirtle, Water Gun!

Look, it's working!

It's super-effective!

Musashi, Kojirō! Let's run while we can!

Less talking, just run!

Wait! Don't leave me behind!

In the end...

We should have known...

Here it comes...

This feels bad!

I have seen many Onix

but never one so strong and ferocious!

Satoshi!

Pikachu, you're...

Pikachu, Electric moves won't get through to that Rock Pokémon.

That's enough!

Watch out, Pikachu!

Are you all right?

M-master...

Satoshi!

Master Shiba!

Return your Pokémon. I will take it from here.

Understood!

Return, Squirtle!

Return, Staryu!

Onix, return!

Master, are you going to demonstrate your esoteric techniques?

Please show us Trainer esoteric techniques.

Which Pokémon will you use?

I won't use Pokémon.

What?

Master Shiba!

Onix!

Why are you rampaging?

Watch out!

What happened, Onix?

Master Shiba!

Why? Why won't he use Pokémon?

Master Shiba!

Watch out!

Look at Onix!

Onix, you have nothing to fear.

Now, communicate your heart to me.

Is this it?

Endure it a little bit, Onix!

So, you're the one causing Onix distress?

That's...

Sandslash, the Mouse Pokémon.

The evolution of Sandshrew.

They attack opponents with the spikes on their backs.

It's okay now, Onix.

How do you feel about following me?

Go, Monster Ball!

I got an Onix.

Master Shiba, how did you know a Sandslash was stuck there?

What kind of esoteric technique did you use?

I told you earlier. There's no esoteric technique.

Don't start with that again, please teach us.

I had thought you all understood, but...

If there's one thing anything like an esoteric thing, it's this...

The hearts of Pokémon and humans are connected.

Just like how you and Pikachu help each other out.

I look forward to the day where we one day battle.

Master Shiba!

So long!

Connected hearts, huh?

Just what I expected from Master Shiba.

Satoshi was taught the importance of connecting hearts with Pokémon by one of the Elite Four, Shiba...

The training for the League battles still continues...

Everyone, as you can see, there are Onix all around us.

It would appear this place is their breeding grounds.

We're in some pretty big trouble here.

Since I said goodbye to Pallet town

I guess a bit of time has passed

As with the number of scrapes, cuts, and friends I've got

They all give me a sense of pride

A while ago, because they were so popular

I ran out to buy these sneakers

And now, anywhere else in the world

They can't even be found

They're the best pair of worn out shoes!

Before you know it, Type: Wild!

Little by little, Type: Wild!

More and more, Type: Wild!

I will become strong, Type: Wild!

And someday I will say:

"Hello, my dream."

Professor Ōkido's Pokémon Lecture

Now then, for this round's Pokémon...

Pi-Pikachu!

#118.

Yes, it's Goldeen.

Goldeen's dorsal and pectoral fins are developed like muscles.

Contrary to their appearance, they do have power and speed.

Though they're, of course, more known for their beauty than their power.

Many enthusiasts enter them in competition shows for their beauty.

You better prepare if you're a regular patron of those competition shows.

Have you ever seen one in your daily life?

I was going to put you one, two and three, in a show!

Now, for the poem.

Goldeen.

On their such beautiful faces...

They possess a horn.

Everyone, you must get Pokémon as well!

We're in the mountains for some independent training.

That's where we find the ruins of an ancient civilization.

However, Pidgeotto, Onix, and even the Rocket Gang get absorbed by the mysterious body that is excavated.

...and then a mighty shadow strikes the clouds that have appeared.

What in the world is it?

Next time on Pocket Monsters:

"Fierce Battle! The Super-Ancient Pokémon"

Everyone, get Pokémon!

Fierce Battle! The Super-Ancient Pokémon