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This article is about an episode of the Pokémon animated series that has not been dubbed into English. As such, its coverage may contain romanized Japanese names, rather than dub names.
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ふたり、友として
Two People, As Friends
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First broadcast
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August 22, 2025
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English themes
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Japanese themes
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(Japanese: ふたり、友として Two People, As Friends) is the 107th episode of Pokémon Horizons: The Series, and the 1,339th episode of the Pokémon animated series. It first aired in Japan on August 22, 2025.
Spoiler warning: this article may contain major plot or ending details.
Plot
Diana and Hamber are walking side by side in a forest after the latter helped the former catch a Pokémon. At a crossroad, Hamber prepares to return to the Explorers to finish his business despite Diana suggesting he leave. He gives Diana information about Spinel and the Six Heroes as repayment for Liko's help with Amethio. Musing how he never expected to ally with his old friend once more, both Hamber and Diana agree the ones who are essential for Spinel's downfall are the ones who inherited Gibeon's and Lucius's wills — Amethio and Liko. After declaring he will not lose his way again and that the feud shall end, Hamber parts ways with Diana amicably.
Meanwhile, Uruto loses the two Explorers he was chasing until Sableye senses something. Following his Pokémon, Uruto finds Indy and Rubella entering an Explorers base and follow them inside, witnessing them interacting with Spinel. Unfortunately, they get caught by Spinel's Beheeyem. Before Uruto can initiate a battle, an oppressive force sends him and Sableye to the ground as the three Explorers approach them. Spinel figures Uruto is the newest member of the Rising Volt Tacklers, leading to Uruto to introduce himself as he throws Sableye out of the way, allowing it to escape while Uruto is captured. As he is taken somewhere, Uruto notices some Pokémon trapped in boxes. At the same time, Sableye manages to find Roy, Crocalor, and Captain Pikachu and brings them to the base they found earlier. Unbeknownst to the group, they are being watched by Spinel, who is joined by Chalce. She feels that Spinel is acting too hastily even though he is capable to bringing down the Rising Volt Tacklers at any point. Spinel doesn't deny it, but points out not only are the Rising Volt Tacklers becoming stronger, but that he is aware of Amethio acting behind the scenes. Not keen on repeating Gibeon's mistakes, Spinel seeks to eliminate everyone opposing him as soon as possible.
Uruto lays down on the bed in the room he's being held captive in and calls Sableye before remembering he sent it away earlier. Taking out his Dusk Ball, Uruto attempts to get Dragonite to get him out, but it doesn't respond, making him feel regretful for running away in the first place. Just as he decides to find a way out, something suddenly hits the door. A few more hits causes the door to break down, revealing none other than Lucario, with Roy appearing behind right after. The boys awkwardly talk before escaping, only to be caught by Indy and Rubella in the process. In preparation for a battle, Roy and Uruto send out their Pokémon while Indy and Rubella exchange theirs. When both Darmanitan come out, they activate their Hidden Ability, Zen Mode, transforming them into Zen Mode. After using the Strong Spheres on both Darmanitan, Sableye and Lucario make the first attack, but it does not do much damage. Rubella calls for four Rabsca, which are also under the influence of Laquium. The Rolling Pokémon float over and immediately let out an oppressive force that sends everyone, including Kilowattrel, to the ground. Uruto realizes it's the same feeling as earlier as Rubella reveals it's Rabsca's Gravity at work. However, Galarian Darmanitan is able to still move around, despite Gravity also affecting it, thanks to Darmanitan using Psychic. As a result of the combination of Psychic and Gravity, it proves to be difficult to land any attacks. Roy has his Pokémon shield Sableye so that it can use Shadow Sneak on Darmanitan to stop it from using Psychic, while Cap uses Volt Tackle, while using Gravity to accelerate, to knock it out. Indy isn't fazed and calls for a Rabsca, which uses Revival Blessing to revive Darmanitan. With both Darmanitan back on their feet, they manage to overwhelm Roy and Uruto's Pokémon.
Seeing the scene in front of him, Uruto wants to do something to save everyone. He brings out his Dusk Ball and pleads for Dragonite to help him save everyone, remembering his father's words to Dragonite. The Dragon Pokémon comes out and is immediately suppressed by Gravity. Uruto encourages Dragonite, causing it and Uruto's Mega Ring to glow. While surprised, Uruto Mega Evolves Dragonite into Mega Dragonite and orders it to use Dragon Rush that successfully defeats all the Rabsca. With Gravity no longer in effect, Roy Mega Evolves Lucario into Mega Lucario, and the two Mega Pokémon defeat the two Darmanitan.
After leaving the base, Roy congratulates Uruto on gaining Dragonite's approval. However, Uruto doesn't agree, saying that he wants to be strongest with the purpose of protecting the people he cares about as only then will he gain Dragonite's approval. With the promise of protecting Roy, the two boys and their Pokémon return to the Brave Olivine. After explaining what happened earlier, Uruto meets with Mollie, who advises him based on her own experience. While confused, Uruto thanks Mollie for not telling anyone about him running away. Later outside the observation deck, Uruto warms up to being part of the Rising Volt Tacklers.
Major events
- For a list of all major events in Pokémon Horizons: The Series, please see the timeline page.
Debuts
Pokémon debuts
Characters
Humans
Pokémon
Trivia
- The first eyecatch features Roy with his Crocalor, Kilowattrel, Lucario, and Captain Pikachu, and the second features Uruto and his Sableye.
- There is no Mega Nidothing's Mega Mega! Mega Evolution segment for this episode. Instead, the next episode preview is followed by a trailer for the three-part special Pocket Monsters Episode: Mega Evolution. This trailer was uploaded on the official Japanese Pokémon YouTube channel, but is geo-locked to Japan.
- This episode features Mega Dragonite, making it the first episode to debut a Mega Evolution introduced after Generation VI.
- It is also the first Mega Evolution to debut in the animated series before its first appearance in a game.
- Despite having existed since Generation IV, this is the first time the move Gravity is used in the animated series.
- Murdock, Diana, Liko, and Meowscarada narrate the preview for the next episode.
Errors
Dub edits
In other languages
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