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* {{BMGf|81568|Original review thread on BMGf}} | * {{BMGf|81568|Original review thread on BMGf}} | ||
* {{BMGf|98268|Dub review thread on BMGf}} | * {{BMGf|98268|Dub review thread on BMGf}} | ||
* ''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AupFEoIkSAE In the Shadow of Zekrom!]'' on [[ | * [https://youtu.be/5aVPMTMRr-w イッシュ地方へ！ゼクロムの影！！] on the official Japanese Pokémon [[YouTube]] channel. | ||
* ''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AupFEoIkSAE In the Shadow of Zekrom!]'' on the official English Pokémon [[YouTube]] channel. | |||
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==Blurb== | ==Blurb== | ||
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<i>Ash excitedly arrives in the Unova region along with Pikachu, his mom, and Professor Oak. Meanwhile, Team Rocket's boss, Giovanni, has given them an important assignment in the Unova region. As Jessie, James, and Meowth prepare for their new assignment, Professor Oak introduces Ash to Professor Juniper, one of the top researchers in Unova. | <i>Ash excitedly arrives in the Unova region along with Pikachu, his mom, and Professor Oak. Meanwhile, Team Rocket's boss, Giovanni, has given them an important assignment in the Unova region. As Jessie, James, and Meowth prepare for their new assignment, Professor Oak introduces Ash to Professor Juniper, one of the top researchers in Unova. | ||
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Emerging from the clouds, the plane finally arrives at the Unova region. It makes a gradual turn and slowly descends into the sea and docks near a pier. Ash expresses relief after landing and together with his mother and Professor Oak, they make their way out of the pier. Pikachu suddenly detects something, stops, and turns to face the sea. He runs forward with his attention now focused on the dark spiraling cloud looming overhead. Ash, witnessing Pikachu's odd behavior, turns back, but becomes distracted by an {{p|Alomomola}} leaping out of the water. Ash reaches the end of the pier and searches for the Alomomola, but it seems to have disappeared. He notices the same ominous black cloud that Pikachu had spotted, surging with erratic bolts of electricity and moving even closer. | Emerging from the clouds, the plane finally arrives at the Unova region. It makes a gradual turn and slowly descends into the sea and docks near a pier. Ash expresses relief after landing and together with his mother and Professor Oak, they make their way out of the pier. Pikachu suddenly detects something, stops, and turns to face the sea. He runs forward with his attention now focused on the dark spiraling cloud looming overhead. Ash, witnessing Pikachu's odd behavior, turns back, but becomes distracted by an {{p|Alomomola}} leaping out of the water. Ash reaches the end of the pier and searches for the Alomomola, but it seems to have disappeared. He notices the same ominous black cloud that Pikachu had spotted, surging with erratic bolts of electricity and moving even closer. | ||
Suddenly, out of nowhere, a metallic frame traps Pikachu. Ash instantly grabs the cage and tries to pry it open and catches sight of Pikachu's captors: three figures dressed in black coats topped with dark hats and sunglasses. Upon asking who the three of them were because of their disguises, they replied with two lines that would signal the start of their | Suddenly, out of nowhere, a metallic frame traps Pikachu. Ash instantly grabs the cage and tries to pry it open and catches sight of Pikachu's captors: three figures dressed in black coats topped with dark hats and sunglasses. Upon asking who the three of them were because of their disguises, they replied with two lines that would signal the start of their [[Team Rocket mottos#Pokémon the Series: Black & White|motto]], and reveal themselves as Team Rocket. | ||
Ash tells Pikachu to use {{m|Thunderbolt}}, but it fails to shock the trio as they open a shield to deflect the attack. At the same time, the swirling black cloud draws ever closer, threatening to engulf the sky in darkness. Suddenly, a large bolt of blue lightning descends, sending Team Rocket flying and freeing Pikachu from the cage. Ash and Pikachu are also sent spiraling towards the ground. Amidst the shining flecks of blue and white light surrounding him, Ash gets up and spots Pikachu being zapped by a bolt of blue lightning. Curious, he looks up at the blue core and notices it shining even brighter than before, radiating both light and electricity. While Team Rocket backs off slowly, Pikachu aims some electricity at the central blue core. However, the electricity dissipates entirely. With glowing red eyes, a {{OBP|Zekrom|recurring}} descends, summoning forth more lightning, causing the core to glow an exceedingly intense blue. | Ash tells Pikachu to use {{m|Thunderbolt}}, but it fails to shock the trio as they open a shield to deflect the attack. At the same time, the swirling black cloud draws ever closer, threatening to engulf the sky in darkness. Suddenly, a large bolt of blue lightning descends, sending Team Rocket flying and freeing Pikachu from the cage. Ash and Pikachu are also sent spiraling towards the ground. Amidst the shining flecks of blue and white light surrounding him, Ash gets up and spots Pikachu being zapped by a bolt of blue lightning. Curious, he looks up at the blue core and notices it shining even brighter than before, radiating both light and electricity. While Team Rocket backs off slowly, Pikachu aims some electricity at the central blue core. However, the electricity dissipates entirely. With glowing red eyes, a {{OBP|Zekrom|recurring}} descends, summoning forth more lightning, causing the core to glow an exceedingly intense blue. | ||
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[[Professor Juniper]] soon arrives, apologizing for being late. Professor Oak introduces her as a young, but very important [[Pokémon Professor]] in Unova. Professor Juniper drives the group back to her laboratory in a red SUV. On the way, Ash expresses his sheer excitement as he spots a herd of {{p|Deerling}}, a flock of {{p|Pidove}} and a scurry of {{p|Patrat}}. All of a sudden, Pikachu's cheeks start emitting sparks, and Professor Juniper suggests giving Pikachu a check-up at her lab. Ash agrees. At that moment, Professor Juniper becomes curious about Pokémon in the Kanto region and requests Professor Oak to tell her more later. Ash interrupts her conversation and asks if {{p|Pikachu}} are rare in Unova, and she replies that they have never been encountered in the wild. The SUV makes a gradual turn to the right near a lake, and Ash watches a flock of {{p|Swanna}} fly across the water. | [[Professor Juniper]] soon arrives, apologizing for being late. Professor Oak introduces her as a young, but very important [[Pokémon Professor]] in Unova. Professor Juniper drives the group back to her laboratory in a red SUV. On the way, Ash expresses his sheer excitement as he spots a herd of {{p|Deerling}}, a flock of {{p|Pidove}} and a scurry of {{p|Patrat}}. All of a sudden, Pikachu's cheeks start emitting sparks, and Professor Juniper suggests giving Pikachu a check-up at her lab. Ash agrees. At that moment, Professor Juniper becomes curious about Pokémon in the Kanto region and requests Professor Oak to tell her more later. Ash interrupts her conversation and asks if {{p|Pikachu}} are rare in Unova, and she replies that they have never been encountered in the wild. The SUV makes a gradual turn to the right near a lake, and Ash watches a flock of {{p|Swanna}} fly across the water. | ||
Eventually, the group arrives in [[Nuvema Town]], and soon Professor Juniper's lab. Over there, Pikachu's condition is being monitored, and Juniper admits the numerical data doesn't show any discrepancies, but further tests will be required. A lab assistant enters the room, announcing the arrival of a new {{pkmn|Trainer}} who is due to receive their [[ | Eventually, the group arrives in [[Nuvema Town]], and soon Professor Juniper's lab. Over there, Pikachu's condition is being monitored, and Juniper admits the numerical data doesn't show any discrepancies, but further tests will be required. A lab assistant enters the room, announcing the arrival of a new {{pkmn|Trainer}} who is due to receive their [[first partner Pokémon]]. Professor Juniper greets the new Trainer, [[Trip]]. Ash interrupts the conversation, talking about how excited he was [[EP001|the night before]] he became a Pokémon Trainer. Professor Juniper introduces him to Trip. Upon learning that Ash comes from Pallet Town, he smirks and passes it off as some mediocre country town, to which Ash takes offense. As Professor Juniper tries to calm the two Trainers and prevent them from fighting, she sends out the three first partner Pokémon, first starting with the {{type|Fire}} {{p|Tepig}}, followed by the {{type|Water}} {{AP|Oshawott}}, and the {{type|Grass}} {{p|Snivy}}. After a moment of deliberation, Trip takes out his camera, snaps a quick picture of the three, and announces that he will choose Snivy. The {{pkmn|category|Grass Snake Pokémon}} smirks, leaving Tepig slightly annoyed and Oshawott extremely shocked. As is standard for beginning Trainers, Trip is also given a [[Pokédex]] which he uses to check the data of his new partner. He is also given five {{i|Poké Ball}}s, along with Snivy's Poké Ball. After [[recall]]ing Snivy into his Poké Ball, he thanks Professor Juniper and takes his leave. | ||
While Trip walks away from the lab, Ash catches up to him and questions him about [[Gym]] matches in Unova. Similar to Kanto, a Pokémon Trainer in Unova has to collect eight [[badge|Gym Badges]] before they can compete in the [[Unova League]]. At that moment, the now-recovered Pikachu runs out of the lab and rejoins Ash. Completely shocked by Pikachu's appearance, Trip checks his Pokédex and starts snapping pictures. Trip realizes that Pikachu is Ash's partner and decides to test the Mouse Pokémon's strength by challenging Ash to a [[Pokémon battle]]. | While Trip walks away from the lab, Ash catches up to him and questions him about [[Gym]] matches in Unova. Similar to Kanto, a Pokémon Trainer in Unova has to collect eight [[badge|Gym Badges]] before they can compete in the [[Unova League]]. At that moment, the now-recovered Pikachu runs out of the lab and rejoins Ash. Completely shocked by Pikachu's appearance, Trip checks his Pokédex and starts snapping pictures. Trip realizes that Pikachu is Ash's partner and decides to test the Mouse Pokémon's strength by challenging Ash to a [[Pokémon battle]]. | ||
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* Ash meets [[Professor Juniper]] and travels to her laboratory in [[Nuvema Town]]. | * Ash meets [[Professor Juniper]] and travels to her laboratory in [[Nuvema Town]]. | ||
* Ash meets a [[photography|photographer]] and beginning {{pkmn|Trainer}} by the name of [[Trip]]. | * Ash meets a [[photography|photographer]] and beginning {{pkmn|Trainer}} by the name of [[Trip]]. | ||
* Trip obtains a {{TP|Trip|Snivy}} from Professor Juniper as his [[ | * Trip obtains a {{TP|Trip|Snivy}} from Professor Juniper as his [[first partner Pokémon]]. | ||
* [[Ash's Oshawott|Professor Juniper's Oshawott]] starts to follow Ash. | * [[Ash's Oshawott|Professor Juniper's Oshawott]] starts to follow Ash. | ||
* Ash has his first {{pkmn|battle}} against Trip and loses. | * Ash has his first {{pkmn|battle}} against Trip and loses. | ||
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====Pokémon debuts==== | ====Pokémon debuts==== | ||
* | * First partner Pokémon of Unova: | ||
** {{p|Snivy}} ({{OP|Trip|Snivy}}) | ** {{p|Snivy}} ({{OP|Trip|Snivy}}) | ||
** {{p|Tepig}} | ** {{p|Tepig}} | ||
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* {{p|Snivy}} ({{OP|Trip|Snivy}}; new; debut) | * {{p|Snivy}} ({{OP|Trip|Snivy}}; new; debut) | ||
* {{p|Minccino}} (child's; debut) | * {{p|Minccino}} (child's; debut) | ||
* {{p|Tepig}} ([[ | * {{p|Tepig}} ([[first partner Pokémon]]; debut) | ||
* {{p|Oshawott}} ([[Ash's Oshawott| | * {{p|Oshawott}} ([[Ash's Oshawott|first partner Pokémon]]; debut) | ||
* {{p|Zekrom}} ({{OBP|Zekrom|recurring|anime}}; debut) | * {{p|Zekrom}} ({{OBP|Zekrom|recurring|anime}}; debut) | ||
* {{p|Reshiram}} (introduction only; debut) | * {{p|Reshiram}} (introduction only; debut) | ||
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[[File:BW eyecatch 2.png|thumb|200px|Eyecatch 2]] | [[File:BW eyecatch 2.png|thumb|200px|Eyecatch 2]] | ||
[[File:Ash Room.png|thumb|200px|Ash's room]] | [[File:Ash Room.png|thumb|200px|Ash's room]] | ||
* [[Professor Oak's Pokémon Live Caster]]: Unova | * [[Professor Oak's Pokémon Live Caster]]: Unova first partner Pokémon. | ||
** This Pokémon Live Caster was moved to [[BW003]] on the first airing, due to BW001-[[BW002]] airing as a one-hour special. | ** This Pokémon Live Caster was moved to [[BW003]] on the first airing, due to BW001-[[BW002]] airing as a one-hour special. | ||
* {{so|Best Wishes!}} replaced [[The Greatest - Everyday!|The Greatest - Everyday! (BAND VERSION)]] as the [[List of Japanese opening themes|Japanese opening theme]]. | * {{so|Best Wishes!}} replaced [[The Greatest - Everyday!|The Greatest - Everyday! (BAND VERSION)]] as the [[List of Japanese opening themes|Japanese opening theme]]. | ||
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** In ''[[PK07|Pikachu and Pichu]]'', Ash didn't say a year has passed when he said, "This is the day we first met. The day we first became friends." However, it implies it has been a year, and the [[Pikachu short]]'s place in the anime canon, as well as all of the other Pikachu shorts, can be brought into question. | ** In ''[[PK07|Pikachu and Pichu]]'', Ash didn't say a year has passed when he said, "This is the day we first met. The day we first became friends." However, it implies it has been a year, and the [[Pikachu short]]'s place in the anime canon, as well as all of the other Pikachu shorts, can be brought into question. | ||
** In ''[[DP003|When Pokémon Worlds Collide!]]'', the moment where {{MTR}} said they had been chasing {{AP|Pikachu}} for as long as {{an|Dawn}} had been alive (ten years) was probably an exaggeration, or maybe due to breaking the fourth wall (since the episode in question aired during the anime's [[S10|tenth season]]). | ** In ''[[DP003|When Pokémon Worlds Collide!]]'', the moment where {{MTR}} said they had been chasing {{AP|Pikachu}} for as long as {{an|Dawn}} had been alive (ten years) was probably an exaggeration, or maybe due to breaking the fourth wall (since the episode in question aired during the anime's [[S10|tenth season]]). | ||
* For the first time since the | * For the first time since the start of ''[[Pokémon the Series]]'', Ash receives a physical redesign, with the most significant change being his irises being enlarged in order to match [[Ken Sugimori]]'s recent character art. [[Jessie]], [[James]], and {{Delia}}'s eyes are also similarly modified, while {{an|Professor Oak}}'s eyebrows were made larger and his hairstyle became more boxy. | ||
* Also, for the first time since the series began, Jessie, James, and {{an|Giovanni}} are given costume changes, and the [[Team Rocket]] logo is also modified, now showing as a stylized "R". However, the logo on the uniforms of Jessie and James remain the same. | * Also, for the first time since the series began, Jessie, James, and {{an|Giovanni}} are given costume changes, and the [[Team Rocket]] logo is also modified, now showing as a stylized "R". However, the logo on the uniforms of Jessie and James remain the same. | ||
* The first scene of this episode of Ash getting ready in his bedroom is a callback to the first scene of ''[[EP001|Pokémon - I Choose You!]]'', in which he was seen doing the same thing. | * The first scene of this episode of Ash getting ready in his bedroom is a callback to the first scene of ''[[EP001|Pokémon - I Choose You!]]'', in which he was seen doing the same thing. | ||