Ep 23. Say It Ain't So Joe

Joe is feeling left out because he doesn't have a Bakugan partner, so he decides to join a group of Bakugan poachers. Meanwhile, Dan, Runo, and Marucho discover that Shun has been captured by the poachers and decide to mount a rescue mission. As they make their way to the poachers' hideout, they encounter Joe, who's working with the poachers to capture more Bakugan. The group tries to convince Joe to join them, but he refuses, claiming that he doesn't need their help.

Once they reach the poachers' hideout, the group splits up to find Shun and take down the poachers. Joe ends up confronting the group and challenges Dan to a Bakugan battle. Although Joe is at a disadvantage without a partner, he uses his wits and manages to put up a good fight. However, in the end, Dan emerges victorious, and Joe finally realizes that he's been wrong to work with the poachers.

After the battle, everyone regroups and manages to rescue Shun and the captured Bakugan. Joe apologizes for his previous actions and tells the group that he wants to join them. The others welcome him with open arms, and Joe finally gets his own Bakugan partner - a pyrus attribute dragon called Helios.

Throughout the episode, the theme of teamwork and friendship is emphasized, as the group shows the importance of sticking together and supporting each other. It also highlights the negative consequences of greed and selfishness, as Joe learns from his mistakes and realizes that he's better off working with his friends. Overall, "Say It Ain't So Joe" is an enjoyable and action-packed episode that showcases the fun and excitement of the Bakugan world.