Ep 36. Me, Myself and Time

Ash and his friends make their way to their next destination, but when they arrive in a new town, they discover that the local gym leader is missing. As they explore the town, they meet a young girl named Lila who offers to help them find the gym leader.

However, Lila soon reveals that she is not what she seems - she is actually a ghost who has been trapped in the town for many years. She tells Ash and his friends that the only way to free her and the other trapped ghosts is to solve a riddle and find a hidden treasure.

Ash and his friends agree to help Lila, but they soon discover that the riddle is much harder than they anticipated. As they search for clues, they must also battle against a rival group who is also searching for the treasure.

Meanwhile, Ash's Pokemon are dealing with some personal issues of their own. Pikachu is feeling down because he is unable to defeat a powerful opponent, and Swellow is struggling with the pressure of being a leader in battles.

As the group continues their search, they must confront their own insecurities and work together to overcome them. Will they be able to solve the riddle and free the trapped ghosts, or will they be stuck in the town forever?

Throughout the episode, the themes of friendship, perseverance, and self-discovery are explored. The characters learn to trust each other and rely on their own strengths, ultimately coming together to achieve their goal.

In the end, Ash and his friends are successful in solving the riddle and freeing the trapped ghosts. They say goodbye to Lila, who thanks them for their help and encourages them to keep growing and learning on their journey. The episode ends with the group continuing on their journey, ready to face whatever challenges come their way.