Ash and friends are on their way to visit the elder Professor Juniper at the White Ruins. While docked a port, they meet a man who goes by the name of N. Although he appears to be friendly at first, he soon reveals that he can't stand the thought of Pokémon battling and being forced to do what they are told by humans. As the ship sets sail once again, Ash and Iris decide to have a battle. However, Team Rocket is lurking nearby and have a new plan for capturing Pikachu.