Ep 15. Trials and Adulations!

Ash and his friends arrive at a city where a Pokemon race competition called the Faldera cup is being held. Excited at the prospect of participating in the event, Ash and his friends decide to enter the competition as well. As they explore the city, they find out about a new method being used to train Pokemon, known as the "Trials". The Trials are a series of physical and mental challenges that the trainers must undergo in order to train their Pokemon to be stronger and more obedient.

Ash and his friends decide to try out the Trials, but it turns out to be much harder than they had anticipated. Each Trial is designed to test a different aspect of the trainer's and their Pokemon's abilities, and they must complete all of them in order to be considered a "Master Trainer". Along the way, they encounter a disgruntled former trainer who has been defeated by the Trials, and who warns them of the dangers of the Trials.

Despite the warning, Ash and his friends continue with the Trials, and manage to complete them all successfully. As a result, they are awarded the title of "Master Trainer". However, they soon realize that there is more to being a Master Trainer than just completing the Trials. They must also be able to use their skills in real battles, against other trainers and their Pokemon.

Determined to test their new abilities, Ash and his friends enter the Faldera cup competition, where they face off against a number of tough opponents. With their new training techniques and abilities, they manage to make it to the final round of the competition, where they face off against the reigning Faldera cup champion.

The final battle is intense, with both sides giving it their all. In the end, Ash and his friends emerge victorious, winning the Faldera cup and proving themselves to be true Champions. With their newfound skills and confidence, they set off on their next adventure, ready to take on whatever challenges come their way.

Overall, Trials and Adulations! is a thrilling episode that showcases the importance of training and hard work in becoming a successful Pokemon trainer. Through their experiences in the Trials and the Faldera cup competition, Ash and his friends learn valuable lessons about teamwork, determination, and perseverance, which they will carry with them on their future adventures.