Ep 40. I Politoed Ya So

In episode 40 of season 5 of Pokemon, titled "I Politoed Ya So," Ash and his companions continue on their journey through the Johto region. The group encounters a Politoed in the middle of a field. Politoed appears to be injured and struggling to get up. Before the group can help Politoed, they are confronted by a group of trainers who claim Politoed as their own. These trainers reveal themselves to be members of the Pokemon Sumo Wrestling Association, a group that trains Pokemon for sumo wrestling competitions.

Ash and his friends find themselves caught in the middle of a heated debate over the ownership of Politoed. The group of trainers claim to have a contract with Politoed's previous owner that gives them the right to train and compete with Politoed. However, Politoed seems unhappy and unwilling to participate in the competitions. Ash and his friends, including Misty and Brock, decide to investigate the situation further.

The group discovers that the contract between Politoed's previous owner and the Pokemon Sumo Wrestling Association was signed under false pretenses. The owner was tricked into signing the contract by the Association's leader, who is revealed to be a less-than-scrupulous character. The group realizes that Politoed has been mistreated and overworked, causing the injuries they had seen earlier.

Ash and his friends decide to help Politoed by challenging the Pokemon Sumo Wrestling Association to a battle. They use a combination of Pokemon battling skills and quick thinking to outsmart the Association's powerful lineup of Pokemon. After a hard-fought battle, Ash and his friends emerge victorious and Politoed is freed from its contract.

With Politoed now in their care, Ash and his friends must decide what to do with the Pokemon. They realize that Politoed has a natural talent for singing and decide to enroll the Pokemon in a singing competition. Politoed quickly becomes a fan favorite with its powerful and soulful voice.

In the end, Ash and his friends reflect on their adventure with Politoed. They realize that Pokemon can be used for many different purposes, from sumo wrestling to singing competitions. However, they also realize that it is important to treat Pokemon with respect and kindness, and to never force them into situations that they are not comfortable with.

Overall, "I Politoed Ya So" is a heartwarming and action-packed episode that demonstrates the importance of treating Pokemon with care and respect. With its blend of humor, drama, and thrilling Pokemon battles, this episode is sure to delight fans of all ages.