Ep 19. A Grand Fight for Winning!

Ash and his friends have arrived at the Sunyshore City Gym and are ready to battle for their eighth badge. But before they can challenge the Gym Leader, they must first solve a puzzle that involves navigating through a complex maze of mirrors.

Once they complete the maze, they finally meet Volkner, the Gym Leader of Sunyshore City. He is a talented trainer who has been feeling unmotivated and bored with battles lately. However, he is quickly inspired by Ash's passion for battling and accepts his challenge.

The battle begins with Ash and Volkner selecting their first Pokemon. Ash chooses Pikachu while Volkner selects his Electivire. The two electric-type Pokemon clash in an intense battle, with Pikachu proving to be a worthy opponent.

The battle continues with both trainers swapping out their Pokemon, each one demonstrating their unique skills and techniques. Ash's Infernape and Volkner's Jolteon battle it out in an all-out brawl, with Infernape eventually coming out on top.

With only one Pokemon left each, Ash and Volkner are evenly matched. Ash selects his Torterra while Volkner chooses his last resort, Luxray. The battle is intense with both Pokemon giving it their all, but in the end, Ash's Torterra proves to be the stronger one and Ash is declared the winner of the battle.

With his eighth badge in hand, Ash and his friends are now qualified to compete in the Sinnoh League. Volkner, who regained his passion for battling, thanks Ash for the exhilarating match and expresses his excitement for future battles.

Although Ash has obtained all eight badges and is qualified for the Sinnoh League, he knows that the real challenge has just begun. He and his friends must continue their journey, train hard, and face tough opponents if they want to become Pokemon Masters.

As the episode comes to a close, Ash and his friends wave goodbye to Volkner and the Sunyshore City Gym as they head off to their next adventure.