Ash and Alain continue their battle against Lysandre. Ash's Pokémon are quickly being overpowered by Lysandre's Mega Gyarados. Ash and Alain get help from former Team Flare member and current Kalos Elite Four member Malva. Clemont and Clembot are able to get into the Lumiose Gym to destroy Team Flare's control machine. Clemont and Clembot are able to do so, but Clembot is destroyed in the process. Serena, Sycamore, and Mairin infiltrate Lysandre Labs to rescue Chespie. Hoenn Champion Steven Stone and Team Rocket distract most of Team Flare's forces. Bonnie is able to reach through to Squishy with her lullaby. Squishy and Z-2 are released from Team Flare's control.