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After learning he would be battling [[Nando]] first, {{Ash}} exchanges wishes of good luck with him. Later, the gang is sitting together, thinking about Ash's strategy. Brock tells him that Nando often uses {{t|Bug}}- and {{type|Grass}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}, and so {{t|Fire}}-, {{t|Flying}}-, and {{type|Ice}} Pokémon would be effective. {{an|Dawn}} also reminds Ash that Nando used a {{DL|Nando|Lopunny}}, a {{t|Normal}} type, in the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]].

Just then, [[Paul]] walks past them. Ash stops him and tells him that he's going to give it his all so that he can face Paul in the finals, but Paul says that Ash is pathetic. 'Giving it his all' wouldn't mean anything, because everyone there had already earned eight Badges.

Meanwhile, inside a room, a woman is giving a talk to the vendors. Team Rocket is also there among all the vendors. They had all drawn lots to see where they would set up shop. [[Jessie]] is angry as their booth will be lot #139, which is out in the back of the complex, away from the others, but [[James]] and {{MTR}} tell her that with some {{TRT}} ingenuity, they can make do.

Late at night, Ash ponders on what Paul said, causing him to second-guess his strategy. Frustrated, he retreats goes to the balcony and begins looking at eight shining stars in the sky. Ash remembers how he won his Badges by believing in his Pokémon and with that, he decides it is how it always has been, and always will be, and that's how he can beat Nando.

The next morning, Ash swaps out his team with Professor Oak at the [[Pokémon Center]]. Dawn asks him what Pokémon he plans to use against Nando, but Ash says that it's a secret. Just then, Barry runs by and crashes into Ash. After a brief argument, he remembers that he's late for his first battle and runs off. While Dawn wonders what kind of team Barry has put together, [[Conway]] suddenly appears behind her, reminding her that he can answer any question she has. He then slinks away, snickering.

Outside the stadium, Team Rocket are selling their merchandise in their distant stall. Not a single person is there. Jessie sends out Seviper to forcibly bring in customers, but James and Meowth discourage her. Meowth already has a great idea.

Inside the stadium, Barry had just won his first match, and will be moving on to the next battle. He passes by a {{si|Tobias|man}} and feels a frightening chill.

Finally, Ash's battle against Nando is about to begin. The gang cheers him on. Nando sends out his {{TP|Nando|Roserade}} as his first Pokémon and Ash sends out his {{AP|Staraptor}}, which is a type advantage over Roserade. Nando gets the first move, and tells Roserade to use {{m|Sweet Scent}}, which Staraptor fails to dodge. Then, Roserade uses {{m|Magical Leaf}}, hitting Staraptor once again. Staraptor falls, and Nando tells Roserade to use {{m|Solar Beam}}. As Roserade is preparing to launch its Solar Beam, Ash begs Staraptor to stand up and dodge. Roserade launches its Solar Beam, but at the last second, Staraptor opens its eyes, and an explosion occurs. Staraptor flies out of the smoke, which astonishes both Nando and Roserade. Ash tells Staraptor to use {{m|Brave Bird}}, and hits Roserade, which knocks Roserade out, but Staraptor is affected by the recoil damage. Nando recalls Roserade and sends out {{p|Armaldo}}. Dawn checks it with her [[Pokédex]]. Ash realizes that Staraptor is worn out, so he tells it to use {{m|Close Combat}}, but Armaldo suddenly uses {{m|Protect}}, causing Staraptor to fall back. Then, Armaldo uses {{m|Rock Blast}}, knocking out Staraptor.

With Dawn and Brock discussing Ash's situation, Barry runs down the stairs and stands in front of Brock and Dawn, and tells them that {{si|Tobias|an unknown Trainer}} has entered the competition with a powerful {{p|Darkrai}}. Dawn doesn't listen to what Barry says and continues cheering for Ash. Barry gets angry that he isn't being listened to, but then turns and sees that Ash is battling. Barry sits down to watch Ash, who sends out his {{AP|Quilava}} and tells it to do its best. Meanwhile, outside the stadium, Team Rocket is putting their plan into action. They are now in the middle of the complex, giving merchandise away.

 

 

Outside the stadium, Team Rocket has lots of customers at their booth. [[Selma]] says to herself that she will have to get them a better booth. Nando thanks Ash for the great battle and then leaves. Then, Paul is shown winning his battle. Brock tells Ash about the Trainer with the Darkrai. Ash is surprised at first, but becomes excited about battling a strong foe.