April 29, 1997 (Japan); September 14, 1998 (US)
Ash and Misty arrive in Pewter City, where Ash eagerly challenges the local Gym Leader, Brock, to win his first badge. After an initial crushing defeat, Ash meets a mysterious man named Flint who helps him "supercharge" Pikachu for a rematch. Key Events Pokémon: Indigo League, Episode 5: Showdown in Pewter City Watch Pokemon S01E05 DVDrip XviD-tsilas1
This pivotal episode marks several "firsts" for the series, including Ash Ketchum's first Gym battle and the introduction of Brock as a major character. April 29, 1997 (Japan); September 14, 1998 (US)
Showdown in Pewter City (Japanese: ニビジムのたたかい！ Nibi Gym Battle! ) Watch Pokemon S01E05 DVDrip XviD-tsilas1