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Episode 1: A Scare in the Air (a.k.a. Spirits in the Sky) (s02e01)

Plot Summary: The gang stop at a convenience store to pick up enough food and supplies to last them the year's four month journey to the islands. They spot a booth where they are having a contest and the lucky winner gets a free ride to Valencia Islands by blimp. Ash gets really lucky and wins it. They approach the Blimp which seems broken down and old looking. It is secretly controlled by Team Rocket's blimp brigade. Jessie and James guide them to their first class seats. Jigglypuff hitches a ride, too. The blimp is very tippy and Team Rocket cannot control it. After stabilizing, Misty notices Togepi is missing. They search everywhere, but first spot Jigglypuff under a white sheet that they think is a ghost. Misty spots Togepi high up and goes after it, Bulbasaur helping her to keep balance on the thin rails. Misty saves Togepi. They then try to keep the blimp stable until they land at the island.
Originally aired on: 1/8/2000
Fan Rating: 9.2

Episode 2: Pokéball Peril (s02e02)

Plot Summary: They are on the island, and they are searching for Professor Ivy. They find some girls and ask them where he is. They are directed to a girl, where they see a Gyarados who she has trained. She shows them the GS Ball which is a mysterious Pokéball with special properties that they cannot open. It cannot be transported. They tell Professor Oak about it over the phone. They are to give it to Professor Oak for examination. They go out to look at some of the Pokémon on the island. They notice they look different, which is because of the different climate on the island. There is a Butterfree that won't eat, but Brock prepares something it will eat because it tastes good. Brock proceeds to clean up the girls' kitchen and do some other things. He joins Ivy on a late night observing session, as they watch the Vileplume spread their pollen. A Raticate gets in the way and begins to suffer. Ivy leaps out to save it, but gets caught in the pollen. They are both rushed to Nurse Joy who tells them they are going to both be okay. The gang begin to head off, except Brock decides to stay behind and take care of things. They proceed back to find the blimps looking new and fresh. When they get on board, Team Rocket trap Ash and Misty in the cage. They make a few jokes about Ash and Misty loving each other. They both blush, and Jigglypuff jumps out to start singing. Team Rocket make it off the blimp with Jigglypuff riding on the top of their parachute. Ash, Misty and their Pokémon are trapped on the blimp.
Originally aired on: 1/15/2000
Fan Rating: 9.3

Episode 3: The Lost Lapras (s02e03)

Plot Summary: After picking up the "GS Ball" from Professor Ivy, Brock decided to stay on the island so Ash and Misty head back home by blimp. Unfortunately, our duo gets double-crossed by Team Rocket once again, and Jigglypuff puts the whole crew to sleep. After another crash landing in the middle of nowhere they meet a new friend named Tracey while trying to help a Lapras that washed up on the beach.
Originally aired on: 1/22/2000
Fan Rating: 9.0

Episode 4: Fit To Be Tide (s02e04)

Plot Summary: Ash, Misty and their new friend, Tracey, are on a new adventure exploring the Orange Islands as Ash sets out to qualify for the Orange League Tournament. After hearing that the Mikan Gym Leader is known as one of the toughest trainers in the Orange Crew, Ash can't wait for the challenge. He learns that Pokémon battles are run a little differently on the Orange Islands, but he can always rely on his Squirtle to pull them through!
Originally aired on: 2/5/2000
Fan Rating: 9.1

Episode 5: Pikachu Re-Volts (s02e05)

Plot Summary: The group are headed towards Mandarin Island on Lapras. When they arrive there, they see a person being attacked by some Pokémon. As they go to investigate; Pikachu stops, turns around, and attacks Ash. Togepi jumps out of Misty's arms. Then a group of Magnemite surround Ash, shocking him. To create a distraction, an Electrode rolls by and explodes in front of Ash. When the smoke clears Pikachu and Togepi are gone. They find out from Officer Jenny that the same thing has happened to many others. They believe it is some sort of psychic Pokémon behind all of this, because Jenny's Gastly is not effected. Meanwhile, Jessie and James are on the island and Meowth suddenly goes bad. They follow him to the source of all this, it is the work of Butch and Cassidy. They argue over the correct way to say the motto. They then send their evil Pokémon on Jessie and James. When they wake up a bit later after being unconscious they are with Ash and the group and Officer Jenny. Although not wanting to help, they agree to tell them who is behind this and come up with a plan. Jessie and James return to the building with a huge cart of Pokéballs. The rest of the gang are hiding inside. Once in; Ash, Misty, Tracy, and Officer Jenny burst out of the cart. The brainwashed Pokémon begin to attack, and Ash rushes to get Pikachu. Gastly protects Ash from the attacks, and he gets to Pikachu. Ash taunts Pikachu into attacking him, and he dodges the thunderbolts. Ash rushes towards the machine that which have been amplifying the Drowzee's psychic waves that have been causing all of this. Pikachu's thunderbolt, besides shocking Ash, destroys the machine. Pikachu and all the other Pokémon revert to their normal selves and return to their trainers. Outside of the place, they battle Butch and Cassidy. Drowzee tries a metronome attack, and Togepi starts one simultaneously. The whole building explodes, and it was because of Togepi's metronome. After receiving an award, Ash and the others get back on Lapras to head for the next island.
Originally aired on: 2/5/2000
Fan Rating: 9.6

Episode 6: The Crystal Onix (s02e06)

Plot Summary: While riding around the Orange Islands on his Lapras, Ash finds a mysterious message in a bottle, which leads the gang on a new adventure. Ash, Misty and Tracey travel to Sunburst Island, which is famous for its artists and glassblowers. They meet a struggling young shopkeeper who's seeking inspiration from a legendary "Crystal Onix." Having been unable to find this special Pokémon, the shopkeeper turns to our heroes. With Tracey and his observational Pokémon on board, they set out to fire up a new friend's creative drive!
Originally aired on: 2/5/2000
Fan Rating: 8.4

Episode 7: In The Pink (s02e07)

Plot Summary: A raging whirlpool whisks our heroes to top-secret Pinkan Island, a magical place where sheer cliffs and special berries have created a plethora of pink Pokemon. Tracey's Pokemon watching skills are put to quite a test, while Ash's attempts at observing lead to trouble for both his friends and a feisty pink Rhyhorn. Officer Jenny and Professor Oak must explain to the gang why scientists alone are allowed on the island: poachers would run wild in such a unique environment. Have some found their way to Pinkan already?
Originally aired on: 2/12/2000
Fan Rating: 8.4

Episode 8: Shell Shock (s02e08)

Plot Summary: Aboard Lapras, the group follows a news crew to an uninhabited island, where a scientific expedition is underway after the discovery of a fossilized Kabuto. A series of natural disasters place our heroes in mortal danger, with only the power of their Pokemon to help them. What is the secret of the Kabuto, and who wants that secret to remain hidden?
Originally aired on: 3/4/2000
Fan Rating: 8.7

Episode 9: Stage Fight (s02e09)

Plot Summary: Ash, Misty, and Tracey buy tickets to the Pokémon Showboat, a wonderful carnival where Pokémon can speak and perform plays! A young actress from the performance has been having problems with her Raichu ever since it shocked her early in their relationship. Ash and Pikachu may be able to help. Of course, they'll have to deal with Team Rocket first, as they attempt to steal all the talking Pokémon.
Originally aired on: 2/12/2000
Fan Rating: 8.3

Episode 10: Bye Bye Psyduck (s02e10)

Plot Summary: While Pikachu, Togepi and Psyduck are sleeping on Lapras' back, Psyduck slips off and into the water. They search, but cannot find him, until a girl named Marina comes by because her Tentacruel had found Psyduck. They notice the tail is glowing, and Marina says that's a sign it's going to evolve. The two girls decide to have a battle. During the battle, when Misty goes to use Psyduck, she notices the pokéball is empty. She asks Ash to throw her the bag, but he doesn't throw far enough and it lands in the water. When Misty goes to recover her bag, there is a Golduck hanging from it. She believes it to be hers and starts to use it in battle. Then, Team Rocket decide to steal Golduck. Meanwhile, Where's Psyduck!
Originally aired on: 2/26/2000
Fan Rating: 9.1

Episode 11: The Joy Of Pokémon (s02e11)

Plot Summary: Ash and friends continue their journey through the Orange Islands. The come across a very athletic Nurse Joy who travels to nearby islands and helps Pokémon. Then, a huge storm hits while Nurse Joy is heading to another island. Ash, Misty, and Tracey go out to help her.
Originally aired on: 3/4/2000
Fan Rating: 9.0

Episode 12: Navel Maneuvers (s02e12)

Plot Summary: Ash finally arrives on Navel Island for his second gym battle. On the island, they meet Danny, the gym leader. Misty falls head over heels for him. In order to begin the challenge, Ash must climb the mountain with Danny. At the top, the other two tests begin, will ash win his second badge?
Originally aired on: 3/11/2000
Fan Rating: 8.9

Episode 13: Snack Attack (s02e13)

Plot Summary: While Ash and friends are still discovering new islands, they come upon the seven "Grapefruit Islands" where groves of giant grapefruit are ripe and in season. When it looks like thieves are stealing the grapefruit, Ash, Tracey and Misty volunteer to help catch them. Surprisingly enough, what looked like hundreds of thieves was actually just one giant, hungry� and sleepy culprit!
Originally aired on: 3/25/2000
Fan Rating: 9.2

Episode 14: A Shipful Of Shivers (s02e14)

Plot Summary: Ash, Tracey and Misty find more excitement than they bargain for when they reach their next destination. Professor Oak tells them that divers have recovered an Orange League Championship trophy off the coast of Moro Island that dates back over three hundred years! The trophy is on display at the Moro Island Museum of Art for all to see. By the time they get to the museum, Team Rocket has already paid a visit and now it's up to our heroes to track them down!
Originally aired on: 3/25/2000
Fan Rating: 8.9

Episode 15: Meowth Rules! (s02e15)

Plot Summary: Team Rocket has engine trouble and lands on an island where the natives are waiting for the "Great Meowth of Bounty" to arrive and fulfill an ancient prophesy. When Meowth gets mistaken for this great creature with special powers, he enjoys the special treatment and decides to play along. But, when he's unable to perform the ancient ritual that's expected of him, the treatment he gets isn't quite so fun anymore.
Originally aired on: 3/25/2000
Fan Rating: 8.5

Episode 16: Tracey Gets Bugged (s02e16)

Plot Summary: They land on another island known for all the bug Pokémon you can catch. Misty is afraid to go because of her fear of bugs. Anyway, they all go and search for bugs, eventually discovering an injured Scyther in the woods, they try to catch it, but it's reluctant to go anywhere, Tracey has Venonat put it to sleep so then they catch it and take it to Nurse Joy. It is upset to be taken away to be nursed, it's spirit destroyed having lost leadership of it's group to another Scyther. Meanwhile, Team Rocket schemes to catch the entire group of Scyther, first blasting them with glue so they can't move, then a net to trap them. This is revenge from Jessie for them having cut off her hair. Scyther rushes off to help his trapped friends, and Ash's group follows originally believing Scyther was just going to battle the leader again for the group. When they arrive, Scyther cuts the group free, except they are still stuck in the glue. Scyther beats all of Team Rocket's Pokémon with the help of one of the other Scyther. They all go to wash off in a small pond and Tracey having previously caught Scyther calls it back. He attempts Ash's pose for catching a Pokémon, but Ash corrects him on it, and shows him how to do it correctly.
Originally aired on: 4/1/2000
Fan Rating: 8.6

Episode 17: A Way Off Day Off (s02e17)

Plot Summary: Ash and friends arrive on a small island hoping to get some rest and relaxtion. However, things don't turn out so peachy when Charizard and Scyther begin to fight, and Team Rocket is once again looming in the distance.
Originally aired on: 4/8/2000
Fan Rating: 8.9

Episode 18: The Mandarin Island Miss-match (s02e18)

Plot Summary: Ash, Misty and Tracey are on Mandarin Island where Ash has just won three battles in a row. But, he finally meets his match when they run into, Prima, one of the very best trainers on the Orange Islands. Misty is thrilled to meet her hero because she also trains water-type Pokémon, but, it's Ash who learns a very valuable lesson from this trainer who also sets him on course for a chance at another Orange League badge!
Originally aired on: 4/15/2000
Fan Rating: 8.8

Episode 19: Wherefore Art Thou, Pokémon? (s02e19)

Plot Summary: Our heroes are on their way to Trovita Island when they come across two Pokémon trainers who seemingly hate each other, even though their two Pokémon are in love. He has a male Nidoran and she has a female Nidoran and all that the two Pokémon want is to be together. It takes Misty, the true romantic, to see that perhaps it's the two trainers that are in love as well!
Originally aired on: 4/22/2000
Fan Rating: 9.0

Episode 20: Get Along, Little Pokémon (s02e20)

Plot Summary: Ash's group continuing on toward Trovita island find themselves tiring from the long walk. A storm approaches and they head for cover, having to help Misty because she can barely move. They spot several Magnemite absorbing the electricity of the storm. They meet a guy named Ethan who explains about his Magnemite who gather up electricity from the storms to help out towns that are experiencing power failures. The number 6 Magnemite often strays from the group and Ethan's Jolteon has to bring it back. There is a town that is left without power and it is up to Ash to bring the Magnemite to the town to provide it. On the way, Ash is stopped by none other than Team Rocket. By generating electricity by rubbing themselves very fast, they draw the Magnemite towards themselves and into their net. Pikachu helps to bring back the Magnemite and then in helping Pikachu, Magnemite number 6 evolves into a Magneton defeating Team Rocket. Ethan, Misty and Tracey arrive at the town to see that power has been restored, all thanks to Ash and the Magnemite.
Originally aired on: 4/29/2000
Fan Rating: 8.4

Episode 21: The Mystery Menace (s02e21)

Plot Summary: Ash and the group have finally made their way to the city of Trovitopolis, which should lead them right to Trovita Island and the next Orange League gym! Everything seems normal until the earth cracks right beneath their feet and they find themselves in the sewer underground, and not alone. There seems to be some sort of a "monster" living there that has been terrorizing the town. Will Ash, Misty and Tracey be able to find it, before it finds them?
Originally aired on: 5/6/2000
Fan Rating: 9.0

Episode 22: Misty Meets Her Match (s02e22)

Plot Summary: Ash, Misty, and Tracey finally arrive on Trovita Island. Before Ash can challenge the gym leader, Rudy, he must complete some tests. Meanwhile, Rudy develops a crush on Misty and wants her to stay on the island with him. The next day, Ash finally gets his battle, a three on three battle with the same types!
Originally aired on: 9/9/2000
Fan Rating: 9.3

Episode 23: Bound For Trouble (s02e23)

Plot Summary: On the way to the fourth gym, Team Rocket attacks and captures Pikachu. They attach Pikachu to a ring that is also attached to another ring with Meowth on it. Then, Meowth and Pikachu get lost. The biggest problem, the island is home to giant Pidgeot and Rhydon!
Originally aired on: 9/15/2000
Fan Rating: 9.4

Episode 23: The Power of One (s02e23)

Plot Summary: Ash Ketchum must put his skill to the test when he attempts to save the world from destruction. The Greedy Pokemon collector Lawrence III throws the universe into chaos after disrupting the balance of nature by capturing one of the Pokemon birds that rule the elements of fire, lightning and ice. Will Ash have what it takes to save the world?
Originally aired on: 7/21/2000
Fan Rating: 9.1

Episode 24: Charizard Chills (s02e24)

Plot Summary: Ash, Tracey and Misty are sailing along on Lapras when they almost crash into another Pokémon trainer wanting to battle Ash. This trainer heard about Ash from the Trovita Island gym leader and wants to put his Pokémon up against Ash's. When the new trainer uses a super-powerful Poliwrath on Charizard, it's more than anyone expects. Charizard finally decides to obey and respect Ash as not only his trainer but also his friend, and the two become closer than ever!
Originally aired on: 9/2/2000
Fan Rating: 9.3

Episode 25: The Pokémon Water War (s02e25)

Plot Summary: Our heroes try, but are unable to extinguish a dangerous fire, until the local fire brigade � a trained team of Wartortles � arrives and squelches the flames. As a second fire rages, however, Team Rocket abducts the Wartortles, leaving Ash, Misty, Tracey, and their Pokémon to somehow save the nearby town from a fiery end.
Originally aired on: 8/26/2000
Fan Rating: 9.5

Episode 26: Pokémon Food Fight (s02e26)

Plot Summary: On the middle of an island, Snorlax's PokéBall breaks. Now Ash, Misty, and Tracey must get Snorlax to the Pokémon Center on the otherside of the mountain, somehow.
Originally aired on: 8/19/2000
Fan Rating: 9.3

Episode 27: Pokémon Double Trouble (s02e27)

Plot Summary: Ash and friends finally arrive on Kamquat Island. Ash is exciting for his gym battle, but first he must take care of Team Rocket's Robo-Rhydon robot. After that, Ash battle ths gym leader in a double battle.
Originally aired on: 9/9/2000
Fan Rating: 8.6

Episode 28: The Wacky Watcher (s02e28)

Plot Summary: Ash, Misty, And Tracey are suddenly caught in a migrating group of Magikarp. A submarine surfaces and a man named Dr. Quakenpoker comes out and tells them that he studies the Magikarp. Ash, Misty, and Tracey decide to help him.
Originally aired on: 9/16/2000
Fan Rating: 8.8

Episode 29: The Stun Spore Detour (s02e29)

Plot Summary: Ash and Pikachu stand at the edge of a rock by the water, all excited about the upcoming battle, and then a huge wave from the sea looms over them and splashes down. Meanwhile, Tracey is studying a Vileplume and Ash is going to meet Tracey, but after meeting Tracey, trips on a rock and tumbles into him. They both land inside the Vileplume and breathe in the stun spore. Pikachu rushes to get help, and a clueless Misty doesn't understand Pikachu's desperation so quickly. She sees they've breathed in the stun spore, and they collapse. will they ever be found.
Originally aired on: 9/16/2000
Fan Rating: 9.6

Episode 30: Hello Pummelo (s02e30)

Plot Summary: Ash, Misty, and Tracey finally arrive on Pummelo Island. Ash is excited for his battle for the championship. After he registers, his Snorlax won't wake up, so he must trade it. The next day, Ash begins his long-awaited battle against Drake.
Originally aired on: 9/23/2000
Fan Rating: 9.9

Episode 31: Enter The Dragonite (s02e31)

Plot Summary: As if a gym battle with a Dragonite isn't challenge enough for one day, Team Rocket secretly surveys the weakened state of Ash's battling Pokémon and plots to turn the situation to their advantage.
Originally aired on: 9/23/2000
Fan Rating: 9.7

Episode 32: Viva Las Lapras (s02e32)

Plot Summary: It's piracy on the open seas and Ash and friends must rescue a local school of Lapras from would-be poachers, but how can they be of help when the Lapras, conditioned to fear humans, shun the young Trainers?
Originally aired on: 9/30/2000
Fan Rating: 9.0

Episode 33: The Underground Round Up (s02e33)

Plot Summary: Ash, Misty, and Tracey are on their way back to Pallet Town when they reach and island where a ferry is supposed to from their to Pallet Town. The town is deserted except for tons of electrode. Togepi befriends a Voltob but then tons of electrode appear. A guy saves them who says heys a diglett rancher. He is moving the electrode to a field away from town on the mainland.
He gets a phone call from the mayor saying he has hired somebody else to get rid of the electrode.
Originally aired on: 9/30/2000
Fan Rating: 9.5

Episode 34: A Tents Situation (s02e34)

Plot Summary: Ash returns home, where he is pleasantly surprised by an old friend. Unfortunately he faces a new trial, as Team Rocket has besieged the famous Oak Laboratory and captured all the Pokéballs there.
Originally aired on: 10/7/2000
Fan Rating: 9.6

Episode 35: The Rivalry Revival (s02e35)

Plot Summary: An errand of Professor Oak's sets Ash on the road once again, but first he must face his old hometown rival, Gary, in a Pokémon battle.
Originally aired on: 10/14/2000
Fan Rating: 9.1

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