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The next day, the Hearthome Contest begins as the stadium roof opens, letting the sunshine in as [[Marian]] talks about Double Performances and introduces the [[Contest Judge]]s: [[Raoul Contesta]] from the [[Pokémon Activities Committee]], [[Mr. Sukizo]] from the [[Pokémon Fan Club]], and the [[Nurse Joy]] from the local [[Pokémon Center]]. The [[Appeal|Performance Stage]] begins with Nando as the first contestant, using his {{p|Sunflora}} and {{TP|Nando|Kricketune}}. Sunflora's {{m|Grass Whistle}} and Kricketune's {{m|Sing}} combined with Nando's harp captivates the audience with the melodic music. The performance also earns him Zoey's respect as Nando earns high marks. | The next day, the Hearthome Contest begins as the stadium roof opens, letting the sunshine in as [[Marian]] talks about Double Performances and introduces the [[Contest Judge]]s: [[Raoul Contesta]] from the [[Pokémon Activities Committee]], [[Mr. Sukizo]] from the [[Pokémon Fan Club]], and the [[Nurse Joy]] from the local [[Pokémon Center]]. The [[Appeal|Performance Stage]] begins with Nando as the first contestant, using his {{p|Sunflora}} and {{TP|Nando|Kricketune}}. Sunflora's {{m|Grass Whistle}} and Kricketune's {{m|Sing}} combined with Nando's harp captivates the audience with the melodic music. The performance also earns him Zoey's respect as Nando earns high marks. | ||
Other {{pkmn|Coordinator}}s take their turns, as Dawn is still confident despite many high-experience Coordinators. | Other {{pkmn|Coordinator}}s take their turns, as Dawn is still confident despite many high-experience Coordinators. Zoey cautions Dawn against overconfidence, but still belives Dawn will do well. Dawn's turn arrives as she takes the stage with {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}} and {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}. Pachirisu launches {{m|Sweet Kiss}} while Piplup encases the attack with {{m|Bubble Beam}}. Pachirisu follows up with {{m|Discharge}} as Piplup whips up a {{m|Whirlpool}}, the electricity causing the whirlpool to dissipate in a flash of sparkles. Marian expresses joy at a Water-type and Electric-type working so harmonious with each other. Each of the three judges give Dawn's performance positive reviews, commenting particularly on the power and visuals, while [[Johanna|her mother]] watches from [[Twinleaf Town|home]] intently. | ||
Jessie takes her turn, sending out Mime Jr. and {{TP|James|Cacnea}}. Cacnea uses {{m|Needle Arm}}, which Mime Jr. {{m|Mimic}}s before using {{m|Tickle}} on Jessie as both Cacnea and Mime Jr. hug and tickle Jessie, spinning her around the stage. The unique experience gets Dawn's attention but actually creeps out Ash and Brock. Cacnea then fires {{m|Pin Missile}}, which Mime Jr. mimics, into the sky and creating fireworks. | Jessie takes her turn, sending out Mime Jr. and {{TP|James|Cacnea}}. Cacnea uses {{m|Needle Arm}}, which Mime Jr. {{m|Mimic}}s before using {{m|Tickle}} on Jessie as both Cacnea and Mime Jr. hug and tickle Jessie, spinning her around the stage. The unique experience gets Dawn's attention but actually creeps out Ash and Brock. Cacnea then fires {{m|Pin Missile}}, which Mime Jr. mimics, into the sky and creating fireworks. | ||
Jessie gets a very high score as Zoey then takes the stage with {{TP|Zoey|Glameow}} and {{TP|Zoey|Shellos}}. Shellos fires {{m|Mud Bomb}} as Glameow's {{m|Iron Tail}} breaks the attack. Glameow | Jessie gets a very high score as Zoey then takes the stage with {{TP|Zoey|Glameow}} and {{TP|Zoey|Shellos}}. Shellos fires {{m|Mud Bomb}} as Glameow's {{m|Iron Tail}} breaks the attack. Glameow transitions right into {{m|Secret Power}}, which results in a pink wave of light engulfing the stage. Brock explains to Ash that Secret Power has various effects depending upon the user's present location: on stage it can create a paralyzing light. Glameow then jumps and slashes the light with {{m|Shadow Claw}} to create a dazzling visual. Shellos than launches {{m|Water Pulse}}, surrounding Glameow as it descends. Glameow uses its claws to split the Water Pulse, causing the water to then rebound on itself and create multiple rainbows. Her performance also gets a great score. | ||
The first round ends as the results are calculated. Backstage, Dawn is confident that she passed, even predicting that her and Zoey will be in the finals. However her hopes are quickly dashed as she fails to make the cut while Nando, Zoey and Jessilina all clear the Performance Round. Dawn is clearly upset by the result as her friends notice, Dawn's Pokémon and her friends all try to cheer her up. Though Dawn is still distraught, even angry, as she gets up and runs out of the room | The first-round ends as the results are calculated. Backstage, Dawn is confident that she passed, even predicting that her and Zoey will be in the finals. However, her hopes are quickly dashed as she fails to make the cut while Nando, Zoey and Jessilina all clear the Performance Round. Dawn is clearly upset by the result as her friends notice, Dawn's Pokémon and her friends all try to cheer her up. Though Dawn is still distraught, even angry, as she gets up and runs out of the room, Zoey suggests that they leave her be for the moment as Dawn runs outside and lets out a scream of frustration. Meanwhile, Jessie and Nando wind up battling as Nando's Kricketune and {{TP|Nando|Nando's Roselia|Roselia}} easily corner Seviper and Dustox. Kricketune finishes the fight with {{m|X-Scissor}, depleting all of Jessilina's points and sending Nando to the finals. | ||
Backstage, Dawn gets back into her travel clothes and as she heads out, Ash and Brock | Backstage, Dawn gets back into her travel clothes and as she heads out, Ash and Brock inform her that the final round will pit Nando against Zoey. Dawn joins her friends and watches from the stands as her two rivals battle it out. That night, Ash and Brock talk to Johanna over the videophone, as she knows that both Dawn and Zoey are upset, since Nando managed to beat Zoey in the final round. Johanna decides to leave Dawn talk to Zoey instead as both can sympathize with one another. On the balcony, Zoey reveals her respect for Nando and her inspiration. Dawn is still upset over losing in the first round, but Zoey orders her to cut it out and focus on how to improve for next time. With Zoey’s encouragement, Dawn cheers up and looks forward to her next Contest. | ||
==Major events== | ==Major events== | ||