Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl |
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| Original release | September 28, 2006 – October 25, 2007 |
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl is the tenth season of the Pokémon anime series. It's also the first part of Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl. In Japan, it's called Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl.
This exciting season first aired in Japan from September 28, 2006, to October 25, 2007. In the United States, it was shown from April 20, 2007, to February 1, 2008. The story follows the main hero, Ash Ketchum, and his loyal Pikachu. His good friend Brock also joins them. They meet a new friend named Dawn, who wants to be a great Pokémon Coordinator. Together, they travel through the Sinnoh region, having many adventures and facing new challenges.
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About the Season
This season kicks off Ash's journey in the Sinnoh region. He aims to collect Gym Badges and become a Pokémon Master. Dawn, a new character, joins the group. She dreams of winning Pokémon Contests, just like her mother. Brock continues his journey, helping Ash and Dawn with his knowledge of Pokémon.
They meet many new Pokémon from the Sinnoh region. They also face off against the sneaky Team Rocket, who are always trying to steal Pokémon. Ash and Dawn also meet new rivals who push them to become stronger trainers and coordinators.
Episode Adventures
This season has 52 episodes in Japan and 51 in English. Each episode brings new adventures, battles, and friendships for Ash, Dawn, and Brock. Here are some of the first few episodes that start their journey:
First Steps in Sinnoh
- Following a Maiden's Voyage!: Dawn, a 10-year-old girl, starts her journey to become a Pokémon Coordinator. She goes to get her first Pokémon and chooses Piplup! Meanwhile, Ash arrives in Sinnoh, but Team Rocket tries to snatch Pikachu, causing Ash to get lost in a forest.
- Two Degrees of Separation!: Dawn and her new Piplup head towards Jubilife City for her first Pokémon Contest. She finds Pikachu, thinking it's a wild Pokémon, and tries to find its trainer. Ash is also looking for Pikachu with the help of his new Starly, Brock, Professor Rowan, Nurse Joy, and Officer Jenny.
- When Pokémon Worlds Collide!: Ash finds Pikachu during a battle with Team Rocket. Dawn and Ash become friends and tell Professor Rowan that Pikachu is safe. Ash also meets a new rival named Paul. They have different ideas about training Pokémon, leading to their first three-on-three battle.
- Dawn of a New Era!: Ash tries to help Dawn catch Pokémon, but they start arguing. Dawn challenges a Pokémon bard named Nando to a battle to prove herself. They learn Nando is unsure if he wants to compete in Gyms or Contests. Ash and Dawn try to convince him to choose their preferred competition.
- Gettin' Twiggy with It!: After a Team Rocket plan goes wrong, Pikachu meets a wild Turtwig. This Turtwig takes care of other Pokémon in its area. When Ash finds Pikachu, Turtwig tries to protect Pikachu, not knowing it's Ash's partner.
- Different Strokes for Different Blokes!: Ash meets Paul again, and their rivalry grows. Ash learns that Paul releases Pokémon he thinks are too weak. They have another battle, with Ash's new Turtwig facing Paul's Chimchar.
More Exciting Episodes
The season continues with many more exciting episodes. Ash battles Gym Leaders like Roark and Gardenia to earn his Sinnoh Gym Badges. Dawn enters more Pokémon Contests, trying to win ribbons. They meet new friends and rivals, including the powerful Pokémon Hunter J. They also encounter Cynthia, the Champion of Sinnoh's Elite Four, who is incredibly strong!
The episodes show them learning new battle strategies, helping other Pokémon, and growing as trainers and people.
Music from the Show
The music in Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl helps set the mood for all the adventures!
In Japan, the first few episodes had instrumental music. Later, the main opening song was "Together" by Fumie Akiyoshi. The ending songs included different versions of "By Your Side 〜Hikari's Theme〜" (which means "By Your Side 〜Dawn's Theme〜").
For the English version, the opening song was "Diamond and Pearl" sung by "Breeze" Barczynski. An instrumental version of this song was used during the end credits.
DVDs and Home Videos
If you want to watch the season at home, it was released on DVD! In the United States, Viz Media released the series on several DVDs. Each disc had about 8 or 9 episodes.
Later, Viz Media and Warner Home Video released Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl – The Complete Season on DVD on August 20, 2019. This means you could get the whole season in one set!
See also
In Spanish: Anexo:Episodios de Pokémon (décima temporada) para niños
