IL008: The Path to the Pokémon League

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The Path to the Pokémon League is the eighth episode of the Pokémon Anime Franchise.

Synopsis
After receiving his second badge, Ash sets off triumphantly for Vermilion City. Along the way, they hear of a trainer named A.J. – a fierce pokémon trainer who has never lost a match. Full of self-confidence from his own record of ten victories in a row, Ash heads directly for the gym to find his new opponent. When they arrive, a huge bulletin is in front of the gym with a neon sign declaring “98 Consecutive Victories” appeal to Ash’s over-confidence. A.J. is on the brink of achieving his goal of 100 straight victories, after which he will embark on a journey to gather badges. Will victory fall on the side of Ash and his 10 straight victories or with A.J. and his string of 98? In the process, will Ash learn some important lessons about the bonds between pokémon and trainer?

Major Events

 * Ash beats Lt. Surge on his second attempt at the Vermillion Gym


 * Ash receives the Thunder Badge

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