Ep 43. Turning Over A New Bayleef

Ash and his friends arrive at Chikorita's homeland, the peaceful and beautiful Johto region. They are greeted by the sight of a giant tree, which is said to be over 1,000 years old, and its guardian Bayleef. However, when they meet the local trainer, Casey, she is upset because her Bayleef has been stolen by Team Rocket.

Determined to get Bayleef back, Ash and his friends offer to help Casey track down the thieves. With the help of Chikorita's tracking abilities, they eventually find the Team Rocket hideout and engage in an epic battle. But even with the odds stacked against them, Ash and his team refuse to give up, and use all of their skills and Pokemon to defeat Team Rocket and save Bayleef.

Once Bayleef is rescued, Casey decides that it's time for a change. She realizes that she has been neglecting her Pokemon by only focusing on winning battles, and makes a vow to become a better trainer. Ash and his friends encourage her to keep trying and offer to battle her again someday.

In the end, Ash and his team bid farewell to Casey and set off on their next adventure in the Johto region. They are eager to see what new challenges and Pokemon await them, and are determined to become the very best like no one ever was.