117 | Pokemon (2019) (dub) Episode
: The battle concludes with Cynthia revealing her Mega Garchomp , which ultimately overpowers Iris’s Haxorus. Emotional Resonance and Cameos
: The episode calls back to their previous encounter, where Cynthia acted as a mentor to a beginning Iris. Pokemon (2019) (Dub) Episode 117
The match is a 3-on-3 full-stadium event held at Wyndon Stadium. : Iris : Dragonite, Excadrill, and Haxorus. Cynthia : Gastrodon, Milotic, and Garchomp. : The battle concludes with Cynthia revealing her
The episode is noted for its emotional weight, ending with a "heartbreaking" but respectful defeat for Iris . It features numerous cameos of past characters watching the broadcast, reinforcing the global scale of the tournament: : Iris : Dragonite, Excadrill, and Haxorus
: Iris’s Excadrill is revealed to have learned Horn Drill , a high-risk move reflecting her aggressive style. Cynthia counters with her signature calm precision, utilizing Milotic's versatile defense and Garchomp's overwhelming power.
: Paul and his brother Reggie watch from their home, while Cynthia's grandmother, Professor Carolina, is also present. Wider Implications
: Iris enters the arena not just as a challenger, but as a peer Champion seeking to overcome the "wall" that Cynthia represents.