Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl: Galactic Battles
Ash, Brock, and Dawn continue their Sinnoh journey.
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl: Galactic Battles marks the twelfth season of the Pokémon anime and the third installment of the Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl arc. In Japan, it is titled Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl. The season aired on TV Tokyo from December 4, 2008, to December 24, 2009, and later on Cartoon Network in the United States from May 9, 2009, to May 15, 2010. The story follows Ash Ketchum, accompanied by Brock and Dawn, as they journey across the Sinnoh region.
The Japanese opening theme for the first 29 episodes is "High Touch!", performed by Rica Matsumoto and Megumi Toyoguchi, while the remaining 23 episodes use "High Touch! 2009". Ending themes include "Surely Tomorrow" by Kanako Yoshii for 16 episodes, "Get Fired Up, Spiky-eared Pichu!" by Shoko Nakagawa for 24 episodes, and "Which One ~ Is It?" by MooMoo Milk and Araki-san for 12 episodes. The English opening is "Battle Cry - (Stand Up!)" by Erin Bowman, with its instrumental version serving as the closing credits.
In the United States, Viz Media and Warner Home Video released the season across four two-disc boxsets or eight single-disc volumes. The first boxset, containing 15 episodes (7 on disc one, 8 on disc two), came out on March 15, 2011. The second boxset, with 12 episodes (6 per disc), followed on May 10, 2011. The third boxset, also 12 episodes (6 per disc), was released on August 30, 2011. The fourth boxset, with 13 episodes (6 on disc one, 7 on disc two), arrived on November 22, 2011. A complete 7-disc DVD boxset was later released on August 18, 2020.
Quick Facts
- Season Number
- 12
- Network
- TV Tokyo
- First Aired
- 2008-12-04
- Last Aired
- 2009-12-24
- Num Episodes
- 53 (Japanese version) · 52 (English version)
- Prev Season
- DP: Battle Dimension
- Next Season
- DP: Sinnoh / League Victors
- Episode List
- List of Pokémon episodes (seasons 10–19)
Facts from the source article.
Lore & Background
The season aired in Japan from December 4, 2008, to December 24, 2009, and in the United States from May 9, 2009, to May 15, 2010. It is the third season of the Diamond and Pearl series. The Japanese opening songs were 'High Touch!' for 29 episodes and 'High Touch! 2009' for 23 episodes, both performed by Rica Matsumoto and Megumi Toyoguchi. The ending songs included 'Surely Tomorrow' by Kanako Yoshii for 16 episodes, 'Get Fired Up, Spiky-eared Pichu!' by Shoko Nakagawa for 24 episodes, and 'Which One ~ Is It?' by MooMoo Milk and Araki-san for 12 episodes. The English opening song was 'Battle Cry - (Stand Up!)' by Erin Bowman, with its instrumental version serving as the ending credit song.
Reader's Guide
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl: Galactic Battles is significant as the twelfth season of the long-running Pokémon anime, continuing the narrative of Ash Ketchum's journey through the Sinnoh region. It aired over a year in both Japan and the United States, bridging the gap between earlier Diamond and Pearl seasons and later ones. The season's music featured multiple Japanese opening and ending themes, reflecting the series' ongoing popularity in Japan. In the United States, Viz Media and Warner Home Video released the season on DVD in four boxsets between March and November 2011, and later as a complete 7-disc set in August 2020. The season's legacy lies in its role as a middle chapter of the Diamond and Pearl saga, maintaining the core trio of Ash, Brock, and Dawn.
Did You Know?
- The Japanese opening song 'High Touch!' was used for 29 episodes, while 'High Touch! 2009' was used for 23 episodes.
- The English opening song 'Battle Cry - (Stand Up!)' was performed by Erin Bowman.
- Viz Media and Warner Home Video released the season in four 2-disc boxsets in 2011, and a complete 7-disc set on August 18, 2020.
- The ending song 'Get Fired Up, Spiky-eared Pichu!' was performed by Shoko Nakagawa for 24 episodes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl: Galactic Battles?
It is the twelfth season of the Pokémon anime and the third chapter within the Diamond and Pearl story arc. The season picks up where the previous Diamond and Pearl installments left off, continuing Ash's adventure in the Sinnoh region.
How many episodes are in Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl: Galactic Battles?
The season consists of 52 episodes in total.
Who are the main characters in Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl: Galactic Battles?
The story follows Ash Ketchum as he journeys through the Sinnoh region, accompanied by his traveling companions Brock and Dawn.
When did Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl: Galactic Battles air?
In Japan, the season ran on TV Tokyo from December 4, 2008, through December 24, 2009. In the United States, Cartoon Network broadcast it from May 9, 2009, to May 15, 2010.
What is the Japanese title of Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl: Galactic Battles?
In Japan, the season is simply called Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl, since the 'Galactic Battles' subtitle is exclusive to the English-language release.
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