However, the explosive force of the battle rips off the , revealing his true identity as Professor Kukui to Ash and the entire stadium. This revelation sets the stage for the final exhibition match of the series: a full 6-on-6 battle between a mentor and his champion student. Fan Reception
Ash, Professor Kukui (acting as the Masked Royal), and the Island Guardians team up to contain the central threat inside the arena.
One of the most emotional and cheered moments in the episode is the dramatic return of , which returns to Ash as an evolved Naganadel . Naganadel arrives just in time through a wormhole, showcasing a powerful new Thunderbolt attack to aid in the struggle against Guzzlord. This emotional reunion reaffirms the bond Ash creates with his Pokémon, even those he releases. 3. The Masked Royal’s Identity Revealed
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The Alola region brought a massive shift to the Pokémon anime formula. It replaced traditional gym battles with the Island Challenge and introduced a laid-back, slice-of-life atmosphere. However, the stakes peaked during the first-ever Alola Pokémon League. , titled "The Finals! Legend Versus Rival!" , stands as one of the most historic episodes in the entire franchise. It sets the stage for the final showdown between Ash Ketchum and his fierce rival, Gladion. The Premise: A Historic Final
Today was awesome! Mimo wanted to get stronger, so we all went to Wela Volcano Park. Kiawe was super intense—like always—but you could tell he was really proud of her. Then out of nowhere, these two weirdo brothers showed up, trying to swipe everyone's Fire Pokémon. Pikachu and I took care of them, but they weren't the real surprise.
emerge from Ultra Wormholes, forcing the Alolan heroes into three distinct fronts to defend the stadium: The Kahunas and Tapus: However, the explosive force of the battle rips
However, the combined attacks of the trainers fail to penetrate the defenses of Blacephalon and Xurkitree. The Ultra Beasts continue to clash, threatening to destroy the entire island.
Seeing these distinct energy beams light up the Alolan night sky provides an incredible visual payoff for mechanics that were teased and practiced across hundreds of episodes. Legacy and Transition to the Exhibition Match
For fans who followed Ash’s journey through Alola, Episode 140 is not just another standard anime battle. It is a masterclass in pacing, animation, and character development that redefines what a Pokémon exhibition match can be. The Perfect Context: From Champion to Contender One of the most emotional and cheered moments
The episode’s climax features a double Z-Move performed by Ash’s Pikachu and Naganadel alongside the Masked Royal's Pokémon. The combined force of the Z-Moves is enough to blast the Guzzlord back through the Ultra Wormhole, effectively ending the invasion.
The episode resolves the triple-threat crisis through an intentional, synchronized display of Z-Moves across the three defensive groups.
Runtime: ~24 minutes Air date (Japan): mid‑2018 (approx.; episode numbering varies by region/stream)