A week has passed since their time on Ascorbia Island, and Ash and his friends have been unable to get off Butwal Island due to the fierce current. Despite the scarcity of human food, Tracey concedes that their Pokémon will be well-fed, as much of the local plant life is considered safe for Pokémon consumption. However, when they try to pull up some edible flowers from a group of rocks, they come across a local Trainer named Gulzar, who is not pleased, as the flowers were part of a headband on his head. A series of faux pas made by Ash and Tracey prompt Gulzar to challenge the former to a battle.
Gulzar begins by sending out a Gloom. Knowing that Gloom is weak to Fire and Flying attacks, Ash intends to send out Charizard, but Squirtle is sent out instead. Sticking with Squirtle,... Show Full Summary