Pokémon: Adventures in the Orange Islands facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Pokémon: Adventures in the Orange Islands |
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English front cover of the Pokémon: Adventures on the Orange Islands DVD collection box, containing all 36 episodes of this season
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| Country of origin | Japan |
| No. of episodes | 36 |
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| Original network | TV Tokyo |
| Original release | January 28 – October 7, 1999 |
Pokémon: Adventures in the Orange Islands is the second exciting season of the Pokémon TV show. It's also the last part of Pokémon the Series: The Beginning. In Japan, this anime (Japanese animation) series is called Pocket Monsters Episode Orange Islands.
This season first aired in Japan from January to October 1999 on TV Tokyo. In the United States, it aired from December 1999 to October 2000 on The WB and Kids’ WB!.
The story follows ten-year-old Ash Ketchum, a brave Pokémon trainer. His loyal electric mouse partner, Pikachu, is always by his side. They travel through the Orange Archipelago, also known as the Orange Islands. Ash's goal is to collect special Gym Badges so he can compete in the Orange League competition.
The episodes were directed by Masamitsu Hidaka. The animation studio OLM produced the series.
Contents
Music and Songs
The Japanese opening song for all 36 episodes is "The Rivals" by Rika Matsumoto. She also sang "Type: Wild" for 23 ending songs. Other ending songs included "Pokémon March" and "Riding on Lapras".
In English, the main opening song was "Pokémon World" by Russell Velazquez. Some episodes also used "Pokémon Theme" by Jason Paige. Many episodes ended with "Pikachu's Jukebox," which featured short music videos like "My Best Friends" and "Double Trouble."
Orange Islands Adventures
This season is packed with adventures as Ash, Misty, and their new friend Tracey explore the Orange Islands. They meet many new Pokémon and face exciting challenges.
New Friends and Challenges
Ash starts his journey to the Orange Islands after Professor Oak asks him to pick up a mysterious GS Ball from Professor Ivy. On Valencia Island, they meet Professor Ivy and the GS Ball. Brock decides to stay with Professor Ivy to learn more about Pokémon.
Ash and Misty then meet Tracey, a Pokémon Watcher. He loves to sketch Pokémon in their natural habitats. Tracey joins Ash and Misty on their journey through the Orange Islands.
Gym Battles in the Orange League
The Orange League is different from the Kanto League. Instead of eight Gym Badges, trainers need four special badges to enter the Orange League competition. Each Gym Leader has unique challenges for Ash.
- First Badge: On Mikan Island, Ash battles Cissy at the Mikan Gym. He earns the Coral Eye Badge.
- Second Badge: On Navel Island, Ash climbs a snowy mountain to reach the Navel Gym. He battles Gym Leader Danny and earns the Sea Ruby Badge.
- Third Badge: On Trovita Island, Ash faces Rudy, the Gym Leader. Rudy is a talented trainer who also likes Misty! Ash wins the Spike Shell Badge.
- Fourth Badge: On Kumquat Island, Ash battles Luana, the final Gym Leader. She uses a special double battle style. Ash earns the Jade Star Badge.
Memorable Moments
- Ash's Pidgeot: In "Pallet Party Panic," Ash's Pidgeotto evolves into Pidgeot to protect a flock of Pidgey and Pidgeotto. Ash later releases Pidgeot to lead them.
- Lapras Joins the Team: Ash rescues a young Lapras from bullies in "The Lost Lapras." Lapras becomes a key part of his team, helping them travel between islands.
- Crystal Onix: Ash and friends help a glass sculptor find a rare Crystal Onix in "The Crystal Onix."
- Pink Pokémon: On Pinkan Island, they discover a special reserve where all the Pokémon are pink in "In the Pink."
- Charizard's Change: In "Charizard Chills," Ash's Charizard finally starts to obey him after Ash helps it recover from being frozen. This is a big moment for their friendship!
- Snorlax's Appetite: Ash catches a very hungry Snorlax on the Grapefruit Islands in "Snack Attack." Snorlax causes a lot of trouble by eating all the fruit!
Orange League Champion
After earning all four badges, Ash travels to Pummelo Island for the Winners' Cup. He faces the Orange League Champion, Drake, in a full six-on-six Pokémon battle. This is Ash's toughest battle yet! Drake's powerful Dragonite proves to be a huge challenge.
In the end, Ash wins the battle and becomes the Orange League Champion! He is inducted into the Orange League Hall of Fame.
Returning Home
After his big win, Ash and his friends head back to Pallet Town in Kanto. On their way, Lapras finds its family, and Ash says goodbye to his loyal Pokémon.
Back in Pallet Town, they find Brock has returned from Professor Ivy's lab. Ash also has a final battle with his rival, Gary. Although Gary wins, Ash is more determined than ever. Tracey decides to stay in Pallet Town to help Professor Oak. Brock rejoins Ash and Misty, and they set off for the Johto region to continue their Pokémon journey!
Home Media releases
In the United States, the entire season was released on three DVD sets between 2002 and 2003 by Viz Video and Ventura Distribution.
Viz Media later released a box set with all three DVDs in 2008.
In 2016, Viz Media and Warner Home Video released Pokémon: Adventures in the Orange Islands – The Complete Collection on DVD.
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