Ep 25. A Battle by Any Other Name!

Ash and his friends arrive at a new town and learn about a local Pokemon Battle Tournament. They decide to enter and test their skills against other trainers from the area. As they prepare for the tournament, they meet a young girl named Penelope who is also participating. Penelope is a very shy and timid girl, but she is an excellent trainer who has a special bond with her Pokemon.

As the tournament begins, Ash and his friends are all placed in different groups, and they begin battling against the other trainers in their group. Ash quickly realizes that this tournament is different from others he's competed in, as each battle has a specific theme that the trainers must follow. For example, one battle requires the trainers to only use Pokemon of a certain type, while another battle requires the trainers to use only Pokemon that are level 50 or lower. Ash and his friends are able to adapt to the different themes well, and they all win their first few battles.

During the tournament, they learn that their opponents are not the only challenges they'll face. The organizers of the tournament, a brother and sister duo named Xander and Alexa, are secretly working to take control of the tournament and use it for their own gain. They have hired a group of skilled trainers to participate in the tournament and do their bidding. These trainers are not limited by the tournament's themes and are free to use any Pokemon they want. They use underhanded tactics to win their battles and advance through the tournament.

Ash and his friends begin to suspect something is amiss when they notice these trainers consistently winning their battles with ease, even when the theme of the battle should have given them a disadvantage. They confront Xander and Alexa, but the siblings deny any wrongdoing and dismiss their accusations.

As the tournament continues, Ash and his friends face off against the hired trainers and are able to defeat them through hard work and determination. Penelope also advances through the tournament and becomes a fierce competitor. She faces off against Ash in a battle, and their match is one of the most memorable of the tournament.

As the final rounds of the tournament approach, Ash and his friends continue to uncover evidence of Xander and Alexa's deceit. They learn that the siblings plan to use the winner of the tournament to help them take control of the local gym and gain power in the town. Ash and his friends have to come up with a plan to stop them before it’s too late.

The final battles of the tournament are intense, and Ash faces off against Penelope in the semi-finals. It’s a close match, but Ash is able to come out victorious. In the final battle, Ash faces off against the last remaining hired trainer, who is a formidable opponent. However, with Pikachu by his side and the support of his friends, Ash is able to triumph in a thrilling and action-packed showdown.

In the end, Ash and his friends are able to expose Xander and Alexa's plan and prevent them from taking control of the local gym. They also learn the importance of making friends and allies in the Pokemon world and the power of determination and hard work. As they leave the town and continue their journey, they know that they’re stronger and more united than ever before.