At the conclusion of the episode, both trainers have five Pokémon remaining. The episode received high praise for its strategic depth and animation, often being rated a by reviewers on platforms like YouTube . Episode Title "The Finals I: Torrent" (Japanese: Finals I: "Torrent" ) Match Type 6-on-6 Full Battle (Masters Eight Finals) Current Score Ash (5) vs. Leon (5) Key Mechanic Used Gigantamax (Ash's Gengar)
: The battle opens with Ash's Pikachu facing Leon's Cinderace. After Cinderace uses its Libero ability to change types, Ash decides to switch Pikachu out to avoid a tactical disadvantage. Pokemon (2019) Episode 129
: Leon reveals Mr. Rime as his next Pokémon. It uses Psychic Terrain and Freeze-Dry to gain the upper hand. While Gengar's Cursed Body ability successfully disables Mr. Rime's Freeze-Dry, Gengar is ultimately knocked out by a powerful Expanding Force . Match Status at Episode End At the conclusion of the episode, both trainers
: Ash triggers his first major mechanic, Gigantamaxing Gengar . Despite being trapped by Inteleon’s Aqua Jet, Gengar manages to defeat Inteleon using G-Max Phantom. Leon (5) Key Mechanic Used Gigantamax (Ash's Gengar)