Narrator quotes from Pokémon

There seems to be a little mix-up!

Will he be out of the league? Who knows? He's got to be in it to win it.

Ash battled bravely in his first Pokémon League competition, and although he had lost one crucial match, our young hero won a life-long friend. Now, he's more determined than ever to achieve his dreams of becoming a Pokémon Master.

Chikorita, Totodile, and Cyndaquil work down their differences, pulled together, and got through an exciting adventure. Now, their friends again, and after they've been enjoyed some rest and relaxation, they'll set out once more on the road to Johto.

Ash's goal is to battle one of the world's greatest trainers, Leon. Goh's goal is to catch one of every kind of Pokémon, including Mew. This is the story of their adventure-filled journey through the world of Pokémon!

And Nidorino begins the battle with a Horn Attack! Oh, but Gengar bounces right back, [Gengar uses Hypnosis] and there it is, the Hypnosis Power of Gengar! This could be the end of Nidorino. [Nidorino gets recalled by his trainer] Wait, the trainer recalled Nidorino. Which Pokémon will he use now? [the trainer throws a green and white Poké ball, Gengar steps back and out comes an Onix] Oh, it's Onix! Now this giant Pokémon's on the attack. [the camera pulls back to reveal that the battle is on television] Ho-ho, but Gengar jumps aside! Gengar is moving beautifully today. Its training is top-notch, no doubt about it!

[in his mind] Yes, I am Ash. [the camera cuts to him in his room, He wore a red and white cap with a dark green L like symbol and a blue and white buttoned short sleeved shirt under a dark slate gray shirt, and light blue cuffed jeans]

Ash Ketchum is a boy from Pallet Town.

[speaks] And now that I'm 10, I can finally get my Pokémon license.

10-year-olds can get a beginner Pokémon from Professor Oak, the town's Pokémon expert.

[puts on his hat, then flips it backwards] I will journey to gain the wisdom of Pokémon training, [picks up a Voltorb alarm clock and gets a green Speed Stripes background behind him] and I hereby declare to the Pokémon of the world; I will be a Pokémon Master. Pokémon Master! That is what I'll-

[offscreen] Ash, get to bed! [Ash yelps and flings the Voltorb alarm clock toward her, who catches it and shows Ash the time] It's 11:00, and you should be asleep!

But tomorrow, I begin my Pokémon journey. I can't even sleep.

Well, if you can't sleep, at least get ready for tomorrow, so, here, watch this. [changes channels on Ash's television]

Professor Oak

[on TV] Good evening, Pallet, tomorrow's the big day for the newest class of Pokémon students. I'd like to introduce you to Bulbasaur, Charmander and Squirtle. Each one is available for new trainees. Which one shall you choose?

Go to bed when this is done.

[seeing the commercial] Alright, I'm going.

And change into your pajamas, OK? [closes the door]

Professor Oak

[on TV] ...character to help them develop their special powers.

I'm going.

Pikachu

[weakly] Pikachu.

[breathes a sigh of relief] Well, we beat 'em.

Pikachu

[in agreement] Chu.

Huh? [notices what he doesn't yet know to be Ho-Oh as it flies off towards a rainbow, leaving a trail of sparkles] What's that?

There is no data. There are still Pokémon yet to be identified.

This is just the beginning of the amazing adventures of Ash and Pikachu. Their journey is destined to be packed with non-stop action, millions of laughs, heart-pounding perils, and endless excitement. [Ash, holding Pikachu, stops at the top of a hill. Pikachu then licks Ash's face, which moves him to near tears. However, he holds them in, as he realizes he must get to a Pokémon Center to heal Pikachu's wounds as soon as possible] Together, they'll encounter fantastic friends, evil enemies and meet creatures beyond their wildest imagination, and as their story unfolds, we'll unlock the magic and mystery of a most wondrous place: the incredible world of Pokémon!

May I have your attention? Anyone who didn't leave the ship safely, please say "Aye." Good. Well done. Everyone's safe then.

Not everyone, Captain. And as the St. Anne heads to the bottom of the sea, our heroes, are trapped unconscious inside, and so is Team Rocket. Could this be the end?! How will they escape their "watery" fate? I don't know, but, I have a terrible "sinking" feeling.

Now we need a total makeover so nobody we ripped off can recognize us!

They're all just jealous because they're not attractive enough to wear our designs!

BACK TO THE DRAWING BOARD!

So long, Salon Roquet!

What do you think they're doing?

Well, I think they might be cheering. For Ash and for Pikachu!

Pikachu

[leaps up to him] Pikapi!

Pikachu!

Another adventure has brought Ash and Pikachu even closer. In their hearts, they know they'll go on to face every challenge together.

Hey, Ash! You didn't do any training. The Pokémon League competition is less than two months away. When are you gonna get ready?

Don't worry, Misty. There's always tomorrow.

Oh!

Don't be so sure, Ash. You're already one tomorrow closer to the battle of your life!

After battling in the Pokémon League competition at the Indigo Plateau... [The camera fades to outside Professor Oak's Laboratory where a party is about to start] ...Ash and his friends return to Pallet Town for a hero's welcome.

Uh, I'm very happy to be back in Pallet home, and to everybody who supported me throughout the Pokémon League, I just want to say "thank you very much."

Pikachu

Pikachu.

Professor Oak

And thanks to Ash for representing us so well.

And we all owe Professor Oak a big thank you for hosting us here today. Now, let's start the party!

Professor Oak

First, let's salute Ash for finishing in the top 16 at the Pokémon League, and doing Pallet Town proud! Hip hip...

Hooray!

Thank you, too, Pikachu. And all the Pokémon. [Clings glasses with Pikachu]

Pikachu

Pika!

[voiceover] Pallet Party Panic.

[with his mouth full] Mmmm, Pallet Town really knows how to throw a party! [Eats a bit of his candy stick] The food is delicious!

Hey, guys, we shouldn't be the only ones celebrating, why don't we let our Pokémon join the party, too?

Good idea! We couldn't have gone to the Pokémon League without them.

Pikachu

Pikachu.

[With his mouth full] You're right. Geodude, Onix, Zubat, Vulpix, it's time to come out and chow down! Aaaah, ah!

Goldeen, Staryu, Psyduck, you're invited, too! Go!

Squirtle, Bulbasaur, Pidgeotto, join the party! [Sends out Squirtle, Bulbasaur and Pidgeotto]

Squirtle.

Bulbasaur.

Chariza... [Brock and Misty stop him] Ahh!

Think about this first, Ash!

Letting Charizard out is not such a great idea, Ash!

But, I... [Thinks back to when Charizard disobeyed him, breathes fire at him and napped during the Indigo League, thus costing Ash his match in Round 5 and letting Ritchie win. Then, Ash returns to the present] OK, OK. I'll invite Charizard next time.

Okay, everybody! Time to dig in!

Psy!

Bulba. Bulbasaur. [Walks over Psyduck]

Geodude.

Squirtle, Squirtle.

Ash must be really proud.

I think he's grown up a lot since being in the Pokémon League. Don't you? Huh?

Huh?

Where's Ash?

Let's eat fast so we can eat again! [Laughs]

Pikachu

Pikachu.

[sighs]

Once again, our heroes have left the comforts of Pallet Town behind them. Their sights set on a new goal. Now, Ash and his friends are heading for New Bark Town, and the Johto League. Well, maybe.

Pikachu

Pika, Pi! ("Ash!")

Huh?

Pikachu

[pointing ahead] Pika, Pika. ("Look up ahead.")

What, Pikachu? [Looks up and sees a branch above him] Yeah, that branch looks familiar.

Ash! You mean...

Pikachu

Pika. ("We're lost.")

[collapses] Now we've been walking around in circles all day! You said you knew where we were going and we're totally lost, now! Where do we go?!

Well, if you're so smart, why don't you be the one to decide?!

[stands up] That's a good idea. I'll find a way out of here.

Come on, Misty, let's go. We're waiting for your directions.

Don't rush me, Ash! I just have to think!

Well, this is gonna be a brand new experience for you.

[yells at Ash] WE'RE NOT LOST 'CAUSE OF ME!

Hey! Yelling never solves anything, so just calm down! You two have to learn to be more mature like me.

Uhh...

Togepi

Toge. [Jumps out of Misty's arms] Toge, Togepi!

Pikachu! Pikachu! [Starts pursuing Pikachu and Togepi] Ohhh! [He, Pikachu and Togepi see the glowing blue figure of a creature]

[voiceover] Don't Touch That 'Dile.

It's a perfect day as our heroes head toward Blackthorn City, where Ash hopes to win his eighth and final badge to qualify for the Johto League.

Let me see. It looks like we're close.

Hey!

Look! There it is!

The Pokémon Center.

What do you say we go check it out? Huh?

Keep it up, Poliwrath!

Hitmontop, hang in there!

Hey, look at that!

Sounds like lots of fun!

You're right. Come on!

Hitmontop, Triple Kick, now!

Dodge it, Poliwrath! [...] Now, Poliwrath, Double Slap!

Poliwrath and Hitmontop, huh?

Well, I'm certain that Poliwrath will win, hands down!

Well, that's no surprise.

We know you'll always take the side of Water Pokémon, Misty.

Poliwrath, Submission, go!

Hang in there, Hitmontop! [...] Oh, no!

Sorry, Mason.

Wow! That was an amazing move!

But I thought only Fighting Pokémon use Submission.

True, but Poliwrath acquired Submission Attack when it evolved from a Poliwhirl.

Since their arrival in Silver Town, our heroes have been spending time at the Pokémon Center, finishing up final details before Ash can begin competing in the Silver Conference.

[exiting the Pokémon Center] Glad that's out of the way. Are you ready for some battling, Pikachu?

Pikachu

Pika, Pika!

Not so fast, Ash...

Huh?

Have you even looked at the Guide Book yet?

Pikachu

Pi?

Uh, not really...

Huh? [They notice a rather familiar person in front of Ash, and who else would it be than his rival, Gary Oak?]

Old habits die hard, eh, Ashy Boy?

Gary!

Yeah, long time no see, huh?

I know! So are you gonna battle in the Silver Conference too?

Yep! I dotted every I and crossed every T and figured out which Pokémon I'm using, so now I'm just chilling out!

Wow! You not only finished all your paperwork, but you picked out all your Pokémon as well?

That's great, Gary!

Thanks, guys. This conference means a lot to me. It's Numero Uno or bust!

Then you better prepare for a bust, because I'm gonna battle you and I'm gonna beat you!

Pikachu

Pika!

Heheheheh! Still got that naïve enthusiasm, I see! [obviously, this riles up Ash and Pikachu]

Oh, really?!

Just because you got lucky at the Indigo Plateau doesn't mean a hill of beans! [He starts to walk toward the Pokémon Center.]

Wow. He's sure feeling pretty confident...

Togepi

Toge...

I don't care! I'm putting him in his place once and for all!

Pikachu

[agitated] Pika, Pika!