Pokémon the Series: XY Kalos Quest facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Pokémon the Series: XY Kalos Quest |
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| Country of origin | Japan |
| No. of episodes | 45 |
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| Original network | TV Tokyo |
| Original release | November 6, 2014 – October 22, 2015 |
Pokémon the Series: XY Kalos Quest is the eighteenth season of the popular Pokémon animated series. In Japan, it's known as Pocket Monsters: XY. This exciting season first aired in Japan from November 2014 to October 2015 on TV Tokyo. In the United States, it was shown from February to December 2015 on Cartoon Network.
The story takes place in the amazing Kalos region. Our hero, Ash Ketchum, and his best friend, Pikachu, go on many adventures. Ash's main goal is to collect special Gym Badges. These badges let him compete in the big Kalos League tournament. Meanwhile, his friend Serena is a Pokémon Performer. She works hard to win Princess Keys from Pokémon Showcases. These keys are her ticket to the Pokémon Showcase Master Class.
The episodes were directed by Tetsuo Yajima. The animation studio OLM brought all the characters and Pokémon to life.
The Japanese opening songs were "Mega (Volt)" and "Mad-Paced Getter". The ending songs were "DreamDream" and "Roaring All-Stars". The English opening song is "Be a Hero".
Contents
Adventures in the Kalos Region
Meet the Main Characters
In Kalos Quest, you'll follow the journey of three main friends.
Ash and Pikachu's Journey
Ash Ketchum is a determined Pokémon trainer. He travels with his loyal electric mouse partner, Pikachu. Ash's big dream is to become a Pokémon Master. To do this, he challenges Gym Leaders across the Kalos region. Each win earns him a Gym Badge, bringing him closer to the Kalos League.
Serena's Performance Dream
Serena is a talented Pokémon Performer. She aims to become the Kalos Queen. This title is given to the best Pokémon Performer in the region. To reach her goal, Serena takes part in Pokémon Showcases. Winning these shows earns her Princess Keys. She needs these keys to enter the Master Class competition.
What Happens in the Episodes?
This season is packed with action, new friends, and exciting battles. Here are some of the cool things that happen:
- Mega Evolution Specials: You'll see special episodes where trainers explore Mega Evolution. This is a powerful transformation for certain Pokémon.
- New Pokémon Friends: Ash catches new Pokémon like Goomy. You'll watch as Goomy grows and evolves into the strong Goodra.
- Exciting Gym Battles: Ash faces tough Gym Leaders. He battles Ramos for the Plant Badge and Clemont for the Voltage Badge.
- Pokémon Showcases: Serena competes in her first Pokémon Showcases. She works hard to improve her performances.
- Team Rocket's Schemes: The sneaky Team Rocket is always trying to cause trouble. They often try to steal Pikachu or other Pokémon.
- Evolutions and Growth: Many Pokémon evolve during this season. Ash's Froakie becomes Frogadier. Serena's Fennekin evolves into Braixen. Ash's Goomy evolves into Sliggoo, then Goodra. Clemont's Luxio becomes Luxray.
- Special Encounters: The group meets legendary Pokémon like Moltres. They also encounter mysterious Pokémon like Hoopa.
Here's a quick look at some key episodes:
| J# | E# | English title | Original air date | English air date |
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| — | — | "Pokémon: Mega Evolution Special II" | November 6, 2014 | February 7, 2015 |
| 850 | 844 | "Pathways to Performance Partnering!" | November 13, 2014 | February 7, 2015 |
| 851 | 845 | "An Undersea Place to Call Home!" | November 20, 2014 | February 7, 2015 |
| 852 | 846 | "When Light and Dark Collide!" | November 27, 2014 | February 7, 2015 |
| 853 | 847 | "A Stealthy Challenge!" | December 11, 2014 | February 28, 2015 |
| 854 | 848 | "A Race for Home!" | December 18, 2014 | March 7, 2015 |
| 855 | 849 | "Facing the Grand Design!" | December 25, 2014 | March 14, 2015 |
| 856 | 850 | "A Slippery Encounter!" | January 8, 2015 | March 21, 2015 |
| 857 | 851 | "One for the Goomy!" | January 15, 2015 | March 28, 2015 |
| 858 | 852 | "Thawing an Icy Panic!" | January 22, 2015 | April 4, 2015 |
| 859 | 853 | "The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!" | January 29, 2015 | April 11, 2015 |
| 860 | 854 | "Under the Pledging Tree!" | February 5, 2015 | April 18, 2015 |
| 861 | 855 | "A Showcase Debut!" | February 12, 2015 | April 25, 2015 |
| 862 | 856 | "An Oasis of Hope!" | February 19, 2015 | May 2, 2015 |
| 863 | 857 | "The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!" | February 26, 2015 | May 9, 2015 |
| 864 | 858 | "A Fork in the Road! A Parting of the Ways!" | March 5, 2015 | May 16, 2015 |
| 865 | 859 | "Battling with Elegance And a Big Smile!" | March 12, 2015 | May 23, 2015 |
| — | — | "Pokémon: Mega Evolution Special III" | March 19, 2015 | August 15, 2015 |
| 866 | 860 | "Good Friends, Great Training!" | March 26, 2015 | May 30, 2015 |
| 867 | 861 | "Confronting the Darkness!" | April 2, 2015 | June 6, 2015 |
| 868 | 862 | "The Moment of Lumiose Truth!" | April 9, 2015 | June 13, 2015 |
| 869 | 863 | "Garchomp's Mega Bond!" | April 16, 2015 | June 20, 2015 |
| 870 | 864 | "Defending the Homeland!" | April 23, 2015 | June 27, 2015 |
| 871 | 865 | "Beyond the Rainbow!" | April 30, 2015 | July 4, 2015 |
| 872 | 866 | "So You're Having a Bad Day!" | May 7, 2015 | July 11, 2015 |
| 873 | 867 | "Scary Hospitality!" | May 14, 2015 | July 18, 2015 |
| 874 | 868 | "A Fashionable Battle!" | May 21, 2015 | July 25, 2015 |
| 875 | 869 | "Fairy-Type Trickery!" | May 28, 2015 | August 1, 2015 |
| 876 | 870 | "Rivals: Today and Tomorrow!" | June 4, 2015 | August 8, 2015 |
| 877 | 871 | "A Not-So-Flying Start!" | June 11, 2015 | August 22, 2015 |
| 878 | 872 | "A Relay in the Sky!" | June 18, 2015 | August 29, 2015 |
| 879 | 884 | "Lights! Camera! Pika!" | June 18, 2015 | November 21, 2015 |
| — | — | "Hoopa, The Mischief Pokémon" | June 19, 2015 | December 3, 2015 |
| 880 | 873 | "A Frenzied Factory Fiasco!" | June 25, 2015 | September 5, 2015 |
| 881 | 874 | "Performing with Fiery Charm!" | July 2, 2015 | September 12, 2015 |
| 882 | 875 | "Rotom's Wish!" | July 9, 2015 | September 19, 2015 |
| 883 | 876 | "A Festival Trade! A Festival Farewell?" | July 23, 2015 | September 26, 2015 |
| 884 | 877 | "Over the Mountain of Snow!" | July 30, 2015 | October 3, 2015 |
| 885 | 878 | "Adventures in Running Errands!" | August 13, 2015 | October 10, 2015 |
| 886 | 879 | "Mending a Broken Spirit!" | August 20, 2015 | October 17, 2015 |
| 887 | 880 | "A Legendary Photo Op!" | August 27, 2015 | October 24, 2015 |
| 888 | 881 | "The Tiny Caretaker!" | September 10, 2015 | October 31, 2015 |
| 889 | 882 | "A Trip Down Memory Train!" | September 17, 2015 | November 7, 2015 |
| 890 | 883 | "A Frolicking Find in the Flowers!" | September 24, 2015 | November 14, 2015 |
| 891 | 885 | "Tag Team Battle Inspiration!" | October 1, 2015 | November 28, 2015 |
| 892 | 886 | "A Performance Pop Quiz!" | October 8, 2015 | December 5, 2015 |
| 893 | 887 | "Cloudy Fate, Bright Future!" | October 15, 2015 | December 12, 2015 |
| 894 | 888 | "All Eyes on the Future!" | October 22, 2015 | December 19, 2015 |
| — | — | "Pokémon: Mega Evolution Special IV" | October 29, 2015 | December 26, 2015 |
Home Media Releases
You can watch the entire Pokémon the Series: XY Kalos Quest season at home! Viz Media and Warner Home Video released all the episodes on two 3-disc sets in the United States in 2016.
