Ep 25. An Old Family Blend!

Ash and his friends are on their way to Aspertia City to participate in a Gym battle when they bump into an old friend - Mamoswine. This Pokemon belongs to Dawn, one of Ash's previous traveling companions. Dawn is on her way to Johto region to participate in a Pokemon Contest and wants to catch the next flight. However, her Mamoswine's overeating habits land it in trouble and soon the group finds themselves visiting a Pokemon clinic.

Here they meet Dr. Hank, an expert in healing Pokemon. Dr. Hank reveals that he was a childhood friend of Dawn's mother, Johanna. Dr. Hank is fascinated by the fact that Dawn is Johanna's daughter and invites her, along with Ash and friends, to his home. The home turns out to be a large farm that has been turned into a Pokemon sanctuary.

Dr. Hank's love for Pokemon is palpable as he takes the group on a tour of his farm. He introduces Pokemon from the Johto region that he has rescued from human encroachment. His aim is to create a safe haven for all kinds of Pokemon where they can thrive without any fear.

Dr. Hank's approach to healing is unique. He believes that Pokemon's emotional well-being is as important as their physical health. He allows the Pokemon to roam around freely in his farm, providing them with all the necessary resources they need to survive. In turn, the Pokemon protect the farm from outside threats.

As the group spends more time on the farm, they begin to understand Dr. Hank's philosophy and the importance of creating such sanctuaries in different parts of the world. They also get to know more about Dawn's childhood and her relationship with her mother.

However, trouble is brewing in the farm. Dr. Hank's farm is facing financial difficulties, and he is unable to provide enough resources to all the Pokemon. He doesn't want to compromise on the quality of life they deserve but is finding it harder to maintain the farm's operations.

Meanwhile, an organization that believes in capturing all kinds of Pokemon for their own benefit has been keeping an eye on the farm. They want to capture the rare Pokemon found in Dr. Hank's sanctuary and sell them in the black market. The organization has planned an attack, and the group is ready to defend the farm and its inhabitants.

In the midst of all this, there is a glimmer of hope. Dawn is offered a position to work alongside Dr. Hank to save the farm. Dawn is torn between her love for Pokemon and her desire to become a top coordinator. She has to make a tough choice, and her decision will impact her own future as well as the future of Dr. Hank's sanctuary.

As the group prepares for the impending attack, they come to realize the importance of preserving sanctuaries like this. They understand the need to create awareness about such initiatives and to support them in any way possible.

The episode ends with a heartfelt message about the need to protect Pokemon and their natural habitats. The message is loud and clear - it's the responsibility of every Pokemon trainer to protect these wonderful creatures and create safe havens for them to thrive.