Pokémon Horizons: The Series Episode 111: Better, Farther, Stronger!
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Pokémon Horizons: The Series Episode 111: Better, Farther, Stronger!
Canon/HIGH
OSHIMETER
8.3
58 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
QUICK TAKES
geeta_360
Ceruledge using bitter blade on charcadet to give it a flash fire boost was such a clever move. It shows they are thinking about more than just power in these big battles
jessie
I think it was smart to let the kids lose, because they needed a wake up call and going to Blueberry Academy makes sense now that they know they are not ready yet
ikkaku_iron
I really hated how Amethio just showed up with Zygarde out of nowhere. It felt like he cheated to get that strong off screen and it ruined his return for me
hoho_hurricane
Liko screaming to break those crystals was such a huge moment for her. She really showed everyone that her heart is just as strong as any pokémon in a fight
keukegen_king
Woah, Lapras just going all out and smashing through everything was super intense, I almost couldn't believe what I was seeing! The way those rival trainers' Pokémon went on such a rampage really made me feel the weight of that defeat for Liko and the others, especially with how great the animation looked this week.
lauriam_453
I seriously felt for Ult when she just froze up like that, I mean, the pressure she must've been under felt super real, and it kinda made me wonder if she's always been a bit overwhelmed by big moments, even with all her confidence. It was such a relief to see Captain Pikachu just take over, though, totally saving the day for her.
krillin_ki_59
Honestly, I was pretty surprised when Amethio helped the group out, but then seeing him go rogue with Zirc really made me wonder what his deal is with the other Explorers now. It's like he's totally charting his own path, and I'm here for it.
kaminari_chargebolt_126
Woah, seeing Ult just completely fall apart when she was up against that super tough opponent really threw me for a loop. I always thought she was totally unshakeable, but watching her get so overwhelmed made me realize she's got way more on her shoulders than I gave her credit for, and it actually makes her feel more human.
hell_butterfly_hunter
Oh wow, seeing Charcadet finally join Liko's team was such a relief! I've been really hoping she'd get another strong attacker, 'cause Meowscarada can't do everything, and this totally gives her more options for future battles, which is awesome.
tengu_tempest_61
Ugh, I seriously don't get why they fast-forwarded everything with that time skip at the end of the arc; it totally killed the vibe and just felt so anticlimactic. I was actually really invested, and it feels like they just rushed through what could have been some awesome moments. Honestly, that left me pretty disappointed.
ozzyohm
Wait, those spheres weren't just for catching Pokémon, they seriously messed up the crew! My jaw dropped seeing how truly dangerous Spinel is with those things, and I can't help but wonder what other crazy gadgets he's hiding up his sleeve to use against Liko and Roy next.
romani_274
Okay, so Amethio and Zirc actually becoming fugitives? My jaw literally dropped, I did not see that coming at all! I'm genuinely stoked to see how this plays out, because honestly, them turning on the Explorers feels like a huge step towards maybe even becoming allies, which would be such a fun twist for Liko and Roy.
ihateeveryone
Woah, seeing the whole team get absolutely wiped out by the Six Heroes like that totally caught me off guard, I mean, I knew they were strong but *that* strong? It just hammers home how much more Liko and Roy still need to grow to face whatever comes next, and honestly, I'm kinda excited to see how they train up after this.
nia_teppelin
When the spheres made everyone go wild, I honestly just stared at my screen, shocked at how easily they were overpowered, especially the heroes. It makes me wonder if Liko and Roy will finally feel the urgent need to power up, because they totally got bodied and need to catch a serious break next time.
sasuke_shadow_62
I honestly didn't expect to feel so much for Ult when those berserk heroes just completely overwhelmed her, but seeing her hit that moment of pure despair? It really made me think about how much pressure she's probably been under all along, and I just wanted to give her a hug.
kaito_kromatic
Ugh, I was really looking forward to a satisfying ending for this arc, but that weird time jump just pulled the rug right out from under me. it totally sucked all the excitement away, and I'm left wondering what the point was with such a rushed conclusion.
izanagi_idol_15
Whoa, I seriously didn't see Cervantis linking up with Amethio and Hamber to take down Spinel coming; it’s wild to think about what this means for the Explorers, since I figured they were all just in it for themselves.
rem_rebel
Captain Pikachu getting completely wiped out caught me so off guard; I was genuinely shocked to see him defeated like that! For a second there, when Ult actually looked like he was giving up, my stomach dropped because he's always been the picture of unwavering strength in my eyes.
tatl_264
Liko and Roy looked absolutely stuck watching Spinel just casually escape with their Pokémon, and I felt so powerless right along with them. Then, that 10% Zygarde showing up completely floored me; now I'm seriously wondering how they're even supposed to compete at Blueberry Academy without their strongest partners.
koromodako_74
Okay, I was completely caught off guard when Amethio showed up with Zygarde in his arms and just, like, *met* Ult; the whole vibe of that scene with the music got me super hyped, wondering what kind of crazy plan they're cooking up together now.
EPISODE CONTEXT
Episode 111 serves as the climactic escalation following Episode 110, 'The Six Heroes Bare Their Fangs,' where the rampage of the Super Strong Sphere-corrupted Pokémon began in earnest. This installment pushes that conflict to its breaking point, demanding everything from Liko and her allies. It directly sets the stage for Episode 112, 'Roy: Training,' which shifts focus to character development and preparation, suggesting the dust settles here but the war is far from over.
QUICK TAKES
geeta_360
Ceruledge using bitter blade on charcadet to give it a flash fire boost was such a clever move. It shows they are thinking about more than just power in these big battles
jessie
I think it was smart to let the kids lose, because they needed a wake up call and going to Blueberry Academy makes sense now that they know they are not ready yet
ikkaku_iron
I really hated how Amethio just showed up with Zygarde out of nowhere. It felt like he cheated to get that strong off screen and it ruined his return for me
hoho_hurricane
Liko screaming to break those crystals was such a huge moment for her. She really showed everyone that her heart is just as strong as any pokémon in a fight
keukegen_king
Woah, Lapras just going all out and smashing through everything was super intense, I almost couldn't believe what I was seeing! The way those rival trainers' Pokémon went on such a rampage really made me feel the weight of that defeat for Liko and the others, especially with how great the animation looked this week.
lauriam_453
I seriously felt for Ult when she just froze up like that, I mean, the pressure she must've been under felt super real, and it kinda made me wonder if she's always been a bit overwhelmed by big moments, even with all her confidence. It was such a relief to see Captain Pikachu just take over, though, totally saving the day for her.
krillin_ki_59
Honestly, I was pretty surprised when Amethio helped the group out, but then seeing him go rogue with Zirc really made me wonder what his deal is with the other Explorers now. It's like he's totally charting his own path, and I'm here for it.
kaminari_chargebolt_126
Woah, seeing Ult just completely fall apart when she was up against that super tough opponent really threw me for a loop. I always thought she was totally unshakeable, but watching her get so overwhelmed made me realize she's got way more on her shoulders than I gave her credit for, and it actually makes her feel more human.
hell_butterfly_hunter
Oh wow, seeing Charcadet finally join Liko's team was such a relief! I've been really hoping she'd get another strong attacker, 'cause Meowscarada can't do everything, and this totally gives her more options for future battles, which is awesome.
tengu_tempest_61
Ugh, I seriously don't get why they fast-forwarded everything with that time skip at the end of the arc; it totally killed the vibe and just felt so anticlimactic. I was actually really invested, and it feels like they just rushed through what could have been some awesome moments. Honestly, that left me pretty disappointed.
ozzyohm
Wait, those spheres weren't just for catching Pokémon, they seriously messed up the crew! My jaw dropped seeing how truly dangerous Spinel is with those things, and I can't help but wonder what other crazy gadgets he's hiding up his sleeve to use against Liko and Roy next.
romani_274
Okay, so Amethio and Zirc actually becoming fugitives? My jaw literally dropped, I did not see that coming at all! I'm genuinely stoked to see how this plays out, because honestly, them turning on the Explorers feels like a huge step towards maybe even becoming allies, which would be such a fun twist for Liko and Roy.
ihateeveryone
Woah, seeing the whole team get absolutely wiped out by the Six Heroes like that totally caught me off guard, I mean, I knew they were strong but *that* strong? It just hammers home how much more Liko and Roy still need to grow to face whatever comes next, and honestly, I'm kinda excited to see how they train up after this.
nia_teppelin
When the spheres made everyone go wild, I honestly just stared at my screen, shocked at how easily they were overpowered, especially the heroes. It makes me wonder if Liko and Roy will finally feel the urgent need to power up, because they totally got bodied and need to catch a serious break next time.
sasuke_shadow_62
I honestly didn't expect to feel so much for Ult when those berserk heroes just completely overwhelmed her, but seeing her hit that moment of pure despair? It really made me think about how much pressure she's probably been under all along, and I just wanted to give her a hug.
kaito_kromatic
Ugh, I was really looking forward to a satisfying ending for this arc, but that weird time jump just pulled the rug right out from under me. it totally sucked all the excitement away, and I'm left wondering what the point was with such a rushed conclusion.
izanagi_idol_15
Whoa, I seriously didn't see Cervantis linking up with Amethio and Hamber to take down Spinel coming; it’s wild to think about what this means for the Explorers, since I figured they were all just in it for themselves.
rem_rebel
Captain Pikachu getting completely wiped out caught me so off guard; I was genuinely shocked to see him defeated like that! For a second there, when Ult actually looked like he was giving up, my stomach dropped because he's always been the picture of unwavering strength in my eyes.
tatl_264
Liko and Roy looked absolutely stuck watching Spinel just casually escape with their Pokémon, and I felt so powerless right along with them. Then, that 10% Zygarde showing up completely floored me; now I'm seriously wondering how they're even supposed to compete at Blueberry Academy without their strongest partners.
koromodako_74
Okay, I was completely caught off guard when Amethio showed up with Zygarde in his arms and just, like, *met* Ult; the whole vibe of that scene with the music got me super hyped, wondering what kind of crazy plan they're cooking up together now.
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