Ep 22. Dues and Don'ts!

Ash and his friends continue their adventures in the Johto region in Pokemon the Series season 5 episode 22, titled "Dues and Don'ts!" In this episode, the group meets a trainer named Duplica who has a unique ability to transform into any Pokemon using her Ditto. She invites the group to her hometown to participate in a festival celebrating the town's history.

Once they arrive, they discover that the town is being threatened by a gang of Pokemon thieves called Team Rocket. Led by the bumbling trio of Jessie, James, and Meowth, Team Rocket is stealing Pokemon from the local trainers. However, they are not the only ones causing trouble in the town, as a powerful trainer named Vicious is also causing chaos.

As the festival gets underway, Ash and his friends become involved in the town's affairs and team up with Duplica to stop Team Rocket and Vicious. Along the way, they encounter new Pokemon and engage in exciting battles, including a showdown between Ash's Pikachu and Vicious' Scyther.

The episode also delves into the theme of responsibility, as Duplica struggles with taking on the responsibility of using her unique ability to help others. Meanwhile, Team Rocket must grapple with the consequences of their misdeeds.

Overall, "Dues and Don'ts!" is a thrilling episode that showcases the exciting world of Pokemon battles and explores the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions.