: This arc features standalone adventures, including a heartwarming episode where Ash helps a lone Caterpie evolve into Butterfree , reminiscent of his very first catch.
: Ash reunites with his Charizard , which rejoins his team for the remainder of the journey. season16PokГ©mon
The season—and the series—concludes at Vermilion City. Iris and Cilan part ways with Ash to pursue their own dreams in the Johto region. Ash returns to Pallet Town briefly before deciding to accompany Alexa to Kalos, setting the stage for the next series, Pokémon the Series: XY . Pokémon: Black & White: Adventures in Unova and Beyond : This arc features standalone adventures, including a
: Led by Ghetsis and the scientist Colress, Team Plasma attempts to use a mind-control device to awaken the Legendary Pokémon Reshiram at the White Ruins. Iris and Cilan part ways with Ash to
: Ash, Iris, Cilan, and Detective Looker team up (with unexpected help from Team Rocket) to thwart Team Plasma’s plan to rule the region. Arc 3: The Decolore Islands