Ep 4. A Shockingly Cheeky Friendship!

Ash and his friends are on their way to their next destination, but as always, their journey is full of surprises. In this episode of Pokemon season 17, titled "A Shockingly Cheeky Friendship!," Pikachu grows an unusual friendship with a wild Dedenne.

After Pikachu rescues Dedenne from a group of aggressive Pokemon, the two become inseparable. However, Dedenne's mischievous nature leads to some trouble along the way. Pikachu is forced to rein in Dedenne's wild behavior, especially when it starts to affect the other Pokemon.

Meanwhile, Team Rocket makes an appearance, and as always, they have their sights set on capturing Pikachu. However, with Dedenne by Pikachu's side, the duo proves to be too much for the bumbling trio to handle.

As the group continues their journey, they come across a group of wild Pokemon who mistake Dedenne for a Pokemon thief. The group must work together to clear Dedenne's name and save it from getting captured.

Throughout the episode, Pikachu and Dedenne continue to strengthen their bond, even as they face various obstacles together. Ash and his friends are happy to see Pikachu making a new friend, and they all learn valuable lessons about the importance of friendship and teamwork.

In the end, Pikachu and Dedenne part ways, but not before making a promise to continue their friendship and meet again someday.

Overall, "A Shockingly Cheeky Friendship!" is a heartwarming episode that showcases the deep connections that can be formed between Pokemon, no matter how different they may seem at first glance.