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The season—and the series—concludes at Vermilion City. Iris and Cilan part ways with Ash to pursue their own dreams in the Johto region. Ash returns to Pallet Town briefly before deciding to accompany Alexa to Kalos, setting the stage for the next series, Pokémon the Series: XY . Pokémon: Black & White: Adventures in Unova and Beyond

: In a dramatic quarterfinal match, Ash is eliminated by Cameron after Cameron's Riolu evolves into Lucario mid-battle. season16PokГ©mon

: N is introduced as a traveler who can "hear" the voices of Pokémon and initially opposes Pokémon battling. It is later revealed he is a former member of Team Plasma. The season—and the series—concludes at Vermilion City

: Led by Ghetsis and the scientist Colress, Team Plasma attempts to use a mind-control device to awaken the Legendary Pokémon Reshiram at the White Ruins. Pokémon: Black & White: Adventures in Unova and

: The tournament is eventually won by Virgil and his "Team Eevee". Arc 2: Episode N & Team Plasma

: Ash finally settles his score with his main rival, Trip, defeating him in the qualifying round. He also faces familiar faces like Bianca, Stephan, and the eccentric Cameron.

Season 16 of the Pokémon anime, titled , serves as the grand finale for the Black & White era. It is divided into two distinct narrative halves: the conclusion of the Unova League and the high-stakes battle against Team Plasma, followed by a nostalgic island-hopping cruise toward Kanto. Arc 1: The Vertress Conference (Unova League)