Pokemon (2019) (dub) Episode 114 -

The episode concludes with Paul departing, seemingly satisfied with Ash's progress. It is revealed that Paul was offered a position as a . This reunion not only showcases how much both trainers have grown but also provides the final boost Ash needs to enter the world's most prestigious tournament with his head held high.

: Ash’s current team (Lucario, Dragonite, Gengar, Sirfetch'd, and Dracovish) begins training with his older Pokémon. Pokemon (2019) (Dub) Episode 114

: In the final round, Gengar uses its newly learned Will-O-Wisp to burn and defeat Paul's Metagross , securing a 2-1 victory for Ash . Legacy and Growth : Seeking to improve, Gengar is mentored by

: Lucario boxes with fighting types, while Sirfetch'd clashes blades with masters like Sceptile and Oshawott. Unlike their past hostile encounters

: Seeking to improve, Gengar is mentored by Ash’s veteran Fire-types, eventually learning the move Will-O-Wisp . The Surprise Reunion: Ash vs. Paul

The episode’s emotional peak occurs when Ash unexpectedly runs into his greatest Sinnoh-era rival, , in the woods near the lab. Unlike their past hostile encounters, Paul shows a matured respect for Ash, having visited the Professor to learn more about Pokémon biology.