Synopsis

On their journey, the travelers meet Nicholai, who has captured a Zangoose. During a sparring match with Ash, Nicholai observes that the creature is behaving unusually. Suddenly, Team Rocket appears, and their Seviper engages Zangoose in battle, inflicting injuries. Recognizing the inherent animosity between the two Pokémon, Ash resolves to assist Nicholai in training, hoping to help Zangoose overcome its adversary.