Ep 48. Turning the Other Mask!
- February 25, 2019
Ash and his friends have made their way to the peaceful town of Izabe Island where they hope to participate in the annual Pokémon Mask Parade. The parade, where participants wear masks based on their favorite Pokémon, is the highlight of the festival which commemorates the island's guardian deity, Tapu Koko.
As the group wanders through the market stalls, they notice an unfamiliar Masked Royal who is taking part in the parade. Although he seems to be a seasoned performer, there's something odd about his behavior that leaves Ash feeling suspicious.
As the group watches the parade, they spot a man snatching a young girl's Pikachu mask. The group quickly springs into action and manages to retrieve the stolen mask. However, as they give the mask back to its owner, they notice that it's not just any Pikachu mask – it's a special, one-of-a-kind mask that was made by the girl's mother.
Feeling bad about the incident, the group suggests that they join forces with the young girl and recreate her Pikachu mask. While they work on the mask, the Masked Royal drops by to show his support. However, during their conversation, the group discovers that the Masked Royal isn't what he seems to be.
Determined to uncover the truth, Ash and his friends begin to investigate the Masked Royal and discover that he's not actually a real Masked Royal at all! In fact, he's a person who has taken on the identity of the Masked Royal and is using it for his own personal gain.
Realizing that they need to take action, the group sets out to confront the fake Masked Royal. Using their skills and knowledge of Pokémon, they engage in a heated battle in an abandoned warehouse. However, during the battle, they discover that the fake Masked Royal has a dark secret that he's been keeping hidden.
As they uncover the truth, Ash and his friends must decide what to do next. Will they turn the fake Masked Royal over to the authorities or will they try to help him overcome his dark past? And will they be able to complete the young girl's Pikachu mask in time for the parade? Find out in this thrilling episode of Pokemon the Series!
