Ep 10. A Rival Battle for Club Champ!

In "A Rival Battle for Club Champ!," Ash and his friends arrive at an exotic resort where they plan to compete in the Club Battle tournament. Ash is excited to participate, but his friends warn him about the tough competition he will face in the tournament. Meanwhile, Ash's rival Trip also appears at the resort, and reveals that he too will be taking part in the Club Battle tournament. Ash and Trip's rivalry heats up, and they agree to battle each other early in the tournament.

As the battle gets underway, Ash and Trip both bring out their strongest Pokemon. The two trainers exchange powerful moves, but the battle quickly becomes one-sided as Ash's Pikachu gets overwhelmed by Trip's powerful Serperior. Despite Pikachu's valiant effort, it is ultimately defeated by Serperior. Ash is heartbroken by his loss, but he takes the defeat as a learning experience and vows to train even harder for his next battle.

As the tournament continues, Ash and his friends explore the resort and get to know some of the other competitors. They run into a cheerful young girl named Burgundy, who challenges Cilan to a battle. Cilan is happy to oblige, but Burgundy is not as skilled a trainer as she thinks she is, and her Cottonee is easily defeated by Cilan's Pansage.

As the tournament draws to a close, Ash and Trip prepare for their final battle. Ash has learned from his previous mistakes, and he is determined to win this time. The two trainers face off in an intense battle, exchanging powerful moves and trading Pokemon. Finally, in a climactic moment, Ash manages to land a decisive blow against Trip's Ferrothorn, securing his victory and earning the title of Club Champ.

In the aftermath of the tournament, Ash and his friends say goodbye to their new friends and set off on the next leg of their journey. As they leave the resort, Ash is left with a newfound confidence in his abilities as a trainer, and a determination to become the very best.