: The hunter uses a specialized device to turn Pokémon into stone, a technique reminiscent of Hunter J from the Diamond and Pearl series.
: The episode concludes with Latios and Latias returning to the city of Alto Mare , the setting of the fifth movie. Pokemon: Mezase Pokemon Master Episode 10
: Initially hostile toward humans due to its injuries, Latios eventually trusts Ash after seeing his selfless bravery and willingness to protect Pokémon at all costs. Together, they defeat the hunter and destroy the petrification device. Major Callbacks and Canonization : The hunter uses a specialized device to
: Ash uses his Swellow (a possible callback to his battle against Tobias) to engage in an aerial battle against the hunter's Steelix and Salamence. Together, they defeat the hunter and destroy the
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: Ash, Brock, and Misty follow Latias to rescue a wounded Latios being hunted by a ruthless Pokémon Hunter.