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10 Best Episodes of Pokémon - Season 23

Join Ash accompanied by his partner Pikachu, as he travels through many regions, meets new friends and faces new challenges on his quest to become a Pokémon Master.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 12, 2023.

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#15 - A Test in Paradise! (Season 23 - Episode 10)

After a ship's captain reports being saved by a Dragonite, Goh and Ash set out in search of the Dragonite island that they believe exists ... somewhere.

The episode was rated 7.65 from 31 votes.

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#14 - Sword and Shield, Slumbering Weald! (Season 23 - Episode 42)

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Ash and Goh set out for the Galar region to investigate the Dynamax phenomenon. During a train delay, they meet strange Pokémon in a mysterious forest.

The episode was rated 7.65 from 20 votes.

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#13 - Legend? Go! Friends? Go! (Season 23 - Episode 2)

Professor Oak invites Ash to the opening ceremony for Professor Cerise's new lab in Vermilion City. Goh sets out to catch a legendary Pokémon.

The episode was rated 7.67 from 51 votes.

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#12 - Getting More Than You Battled For! (Season 23 - Episode 46)

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When Psychic energy is detected on Cero Island, Ash and Goh head out in hopes of finding Mew. When they get there, they meet an old foe: Mewtwo!

The episode was rated 7.73 from 22 votes.

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#11 - Betrayed, Bothered, and Beleaguered! (Season 23 - Episode 30)

Ash and Riolu are on a roll after the latest World Coronation Series battle, and Pikachu is jealous! When Ash's mom visits, Pikachu follows her home.

The episode was rated 7.74 from 27 votes.

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#10 - Enter Pikachu! (Season 23 - Episode 1)

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Though he's excited to attend Professor Oak's Pokémon camp, Ash oversleeps when the day arrives. Newcomer Goh is just as excited — and on time.

The episode was rated 7.75 from 56 votes.

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#9 - A Festival Reunion! (Season 23 - Episode 25)

Ash and Goh head to the Kalos region, where Goh wants to catch Kalos Pokémon and Ash sets his sights on a World Coronation Series Battle Festival.

The episode was rated 7.81 from 26 votes.

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#8 - A Crackling Raid Battle! (Season 23 - Episode 40)

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When a hot day in Vermilion City turns thunderous, Ash, Goh and Professor Cerise suspect that the Legendary bird Pokémon Zapdos is somewhere nearby.

The episode was rated 7.90 from 20 votes.

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#7 - Solitary and Menacing! (Season 23 - Episode 34)

Ash travels to Saffron City to battle his next opponent, but when he learns that the Karate Master has been defeated, he challenges the victor instead.

The episode was rated 7.91 from 23 votes.

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#6 - Octo-Gridlock at the Gym! (Season 23 - Episode 39)

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Goh and Ash travel to the Cianwood Gym in the Johto region so Ash can take on Bea in a World Coronation Series rematch.

The episode was rated 7.94 from 17 votes.

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#5 - Destination: Coronation! (Season 23 - Episode 18)

Ash and Goh head to the Vermilion Gym, where Ash challenges the substitute Gym Leader as his first World Coronation Series opponent.

The episode was rated 8.00 from 27 votes.

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#4 - Sword and Shield: From Here to Eternatus! (Season 23 - Episode 44)

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Ash heads to Stow-on-Side to meet Sonia and Goh, who conclude that the Darkest Day is a Pokémon. At the Energy Plant, Leon encounters it directly.

The episode was rated 8.05 from 21 votes.

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#3 - Time After Time! (Season 23 - Episode 32)

Goh joins his parents for a family vacation in the Johto region. Walking through the woods, he recalls meeting another trainer there three years ago.

The episode was rated 8.09 from 23 votes.

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#2 - Sword and Shield: The Darkest Day! (Season 23 - Episode 43)

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While Goh and Sonia investigate the Darkest Day in Turffield, Team Rocket infiltrates the Galar Energy Plant, with Ash and Leon heading there too.

The episode was rated 8.13 from 23 votes.

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#1 - Sword and Shield... The Legends Awaken! (Season 23 - Episode 45)

At the stadium, Leon and Team Rocket are no match for Eternatus. Ash takes on Chairman Rose while Goh battles Oleana to break through and end the chaos.

The episode was rated 8.35 from 20 votes.

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