Ep 30. Whichever Way The Wind Blows

Ash, Misty, and Brock are on their way to the next gym in Johto when they come across a group of Hoppips caught in a whirlwind. They quickly jump into action, helping the Pokémon by calming the wind and directing them to safety. As a reward for their help, the Hoppips lead the group to a nearby festival celebrating the annual migration of Butterfree.

At the festival, the group meets a young trainer named Melanie and her Butterfree, as well as a group of balloonists who use their balloons to guide the migrating Butterfree safely across the sea. However, their plans are put in jeopardy when a sudden change in wind direction threatens to push the Butterfree towards dangerous rocks.

Ash and his friends team up with Melanie and the balloonists to try and push the Butterfree back on course using their Pokémon's abilities. Meanwhile, Team Rocket has their own plans to capture the Butterfree and disrupt the festival.

The episode explores themes of teamwork, friendship, and the power of nature. Through their efforts to work together and use their skills and resources, Ash and his friends are able to help the Butterfree and save the festival from disaster.

Overall, "Whichever Way The Wind Blows" is a fun and action-packed episode that showcases the bonds between humans and Pokémon, as well as the importance of respecting and working with nature.