Pokémon (1997)

S08E40 The Scheme Team

As Ash heads back to Pallet Town after bidding farewell to his friends, he encounters Scott, the Leader of the Battle Frontier. After Scott shares his recent defeat by Elite Four member Agatha, he introduces Ash to the concept of the Battle Frontier. Intrigued, Ash decides to accept the challenge but knows he needs to handle Team Rocket and make it back to Pallet Town first. Once he arrives home, he reunites with his former traveling companion, Misty.