Synopsis

Ash resolved to journey to Petalburg City for his next Gym challenge. As they traveled, the group encountered a pod of Spinda. A young woman named Claire approached them, but Brock's reaction startled the creatures, causing them to scatter. She explained she was searching for her lucky Spinda, distinguished by a heart-shaped marking on its face. Ash and his companions readily offered their assistance. Team Rocket attempted to capture the Spinda with a device that emitted a powerful suction, b