Episode Overview
While Ash and his friends enjoy lunch in the woods, they realize Treecko has strayed away. After attempts to coax the Grass-type down from the tree fail, their meal is interrupted by a wild Loudred, whose Trainer, Guy, soon arrives to regain control. Seeing both Pokémon could use some exercise, Ash and Guy engage them in a battle. During the fight, both Pokémon evolve simultaneously into Grovyle and Exploud. However, Exploud becomes uncontrollable, striking Grovyle before dashing off. Later, Grovyle finds Exploud by a waterfall, and they resume their battle. Just then, Team Rocket shows up to capture Exploud, but Guy steps in to defend his Pokémon. With Pikachu's help, they send Team Rocket flying. Afterward, Guy and Exploud mend their bond, and Ash and Guy prepare to continue their battle.