Pokémon (1997)
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Masaaki Iwane — Key Animation
Episodes 3
Ash Catches a Pokémon
Ash discovers and catches a Caterpie—his first Pokémon capture! Though Ash is excited, Misty is grossed out by Bug-type Pokémon, so she is repulsed by its attempts to be friends with her. At night, as Ash and Misty sleep, Caterpie shares with Pikachu its dream of evolving into a Butterfree.
Read MoreShowdown in Pewter City
Jessie, James, and Meowth dig a trap for our heroes, but they end up falling into it themselves! Ash and Misty arrive at Pewter City and meet a curious fellow named Flint, who notices that Pikachu is tired and shows them the way to the Pokémon Center.
Read MoreA Battle of Mega Versus Max!
With a contentious back-and-forth battle with Bea, Ash brings out Sirfetch'd, Pikachu and Lucario to bolster his attacks and defensive strength.
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