: Team Flare uses a red beam to take control of the Zygarde core known as Z-2 .
: Ash 's Greninja quickly enters the fray and defeats Bisharp , narrowing the field.
As the tournament concludes, the overarching plot of the season shifts dramatically: Pokemon XY&Z (Dub) Episode 38
Alain 's Mega Charizard X emerges triumphant, making . This outcome was highly controversial among fans, many of whom expected Ash to finally win a regional league at this point in the series. Rising Conflict: Team Flare
: Despite an impressive performance, an exhausted Pikachu is finally defeated by Alain 's Charizard . : Team Flare uses a red beam to
: The match culminates in a clash between Ash-Greninja and Mega Charizard X . Both Pokémon exchange devastating blows, including a massive "orange" Water Shuriken from Greninja and a powerful Blast Burn from Charizard . Match Result
In the 38th episode of Pokémon the Series: XYZ , titled , the Kalos League reaches its conclusion as Ash Ketchum faces Alain in the finals. Match Overview: Ash vs. Alain This outcome was highly controversial among fans, many
: While Alain is awarded the League Cup, Lysandre and Team Flare initiate their plan.