: Team Flare uses a red beam to take control of the Zygarde core known as Z-2 .
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
: While Alain is awarded the League Cup, Lysandre and Team Flare initiate their plan. Pokemon XY&Z (Dub) Episode 38
As the tournament concludes, the overarching plot of the season shifts dramatically:
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 : Team Flare uses a red beam to
: Red roots begin spawning throughout Lumiose City, starting from Prism Tower, as Z-2 transforms into its serpent form and begins a massive attack.
: 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 Alain : While Alain is awarded the League
: Ash sends out Goodra , but it is ultimately knocked out by Alain 's Bisharp .