Original
06/21/2012 - 01/10/2013 Finished
Pokémon: Black & White: Rival Destinies (Pokemon Best Wishes! Season 2)
Also known as: ポケットモンスター ベストウイッシュ シーズン2
Satoshi, Iris and Dent continue their travels through the Isshu region. After successfully winning his eighth Gym Badge against Homika in Tachiwaki City, Shirona invites everyone to stay at her villa in east Isshu, where old friend Hikari is also staying, and participate in the Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup before Satoshi participates in the Isshu League. Team Rocket, meanwhile, initiate their final plan for the Isshu region. What is the purpose of their desire for the legendary Pokémon Meloetta?
24
Total episodes
20
Canon episodes
4
Filler episodes
16.67%
% Filler
Canon episodes · 20 Filler episodes · 4
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Watch order: filler vs canon
Pokemon Best Wishes! Season 2 has 4 filler episodes out of 24 (16.67%), grouped into 3 runs. These are the ranges you can skip without missing anything from the main plot.
16.67% Filler
Episodes you can skip
4
1 episodes
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Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
24 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | All For The Love Of Meloetta06/21/2012 | 06/21/2012 | Canon |
| 2 | Piplup, Pansage, and a Meeting of the Times!06/28/2012 | 06/28/2012 | Canon |
| 3 | Expedition to Onix Island!07/05/2012 | 07/05/2012 | Canon |
| 4 | The Mystery of the Missing Cubchoo!07/19/2012 | 07/19/2012 | Filler |
| 5 | Iris and the Rogue Dragonite!07/26/2012 | 07/26/2012 | Canon |
| 6 | Jostling for the Junior Cup!08/02/2012 | 08/02/2012 | Canon |
| 7 | Battling Authority, Once Again!!08/23/2012 | 08/23/2012 | Canon |
| 8 | Ash, Iris, and Trip: Then There Were Three!!08/30/2012 | 08/30/2012 | Canon |
| 9 | Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!09/06/2012 | 09/06/2012 | Canon |
| 10 | The Road to Humilau09/13/2012 | 09/13/2012 | Canon |
| 11 | Unrest at the Nursery09/20/2012 | 09/20/2012 | Filler |
| 12 | Meloetta and the Undersea Temple09/27/2012 | 09/27/2012 | Canon |
| 13 | Unova's Survival Crisis10/04/2012 | 10/04/2012 | Canon |
| 14 | Beauties Battling for Pride and Prestige!10/11/2012 | 10/11/2012 | Filler |
| 15 | A Surface to Air Tag Battle Team!10/18/2012 | 10/18/2012 | Filler |
| 16 | A Village Homecoming!10/25/2012 | 10/25/2012 | Canon |
| 17 | Drayden Versus Iris: Past, Present, and Future!11/08/2012 | 11/08/2012 | Canon |
| 18 | Team Eevee and the Pokémon Rescue Squad!11/15/2012 | 11/15/2012 | Canon |
| 19 | Curtain Up, Unova League!11/22/2012 | 11/22/2012 | Canon |
| 20 | Mission: Defeat your Rival!11/29/2012 | 11/29/2012 | Canon |
| 21 | Lost at the League!12/06/2012 | 12/06/2012 | Canon |
| 22 | Strong Strategy Steals the Show!12/13/2012 | 12/13/2012 | Canon |
| 23 | Cameron's Secret Weapon!12/20/2012 | 12/20/2012 | Canon |
| 24 | A Unova League Evolution!01/10/2013 | 01/10/2013 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Pokemon Best Wishes! Season 2 have?
Pokemon Best Wishes! Season 2 is season 5 of 12 in the franchise: Pokemon, Pokemon Advanced Generation, Pokemon Diamond & Pearl, Pokemon Best Wishes!, Pokemon Best Wishes! Season 2, Pokemon Best Wishes! Season 2: Episode N, Pokemon Best Wishes! Season 2: Decolora Adventure, Pokemon XY, Pokemon XY&Z, Pokemon Sun & Moon, Pokemon (2019), and Pokemon: Mezase Pokemon Master. All of them have finished airing.
How many episodes does Pokemon Best Wishes! Season 2 have?
This page covers 24 episodes. Adding up every season, the franchise has 1234 episodes in total.
What is the best order to watch Pokemon Best Wishes! Season 2?
It is recommended to watch Pokemon Best Wishes! Season 2 in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Pokemon Best Wishes! Season 2 online?
Pokemon Best Wishes! Season 2 is available on various legal streaming platforms. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to see where it's currently available. Options may vary depending on your geographic region.
Is Pokemon Best Wishes! Season 2 a complete anime?
Yes, Pokemon Best Wishes! Season 2 is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
How much filler does Pokemon Best Wishes! Season 2 have?
Yes, Pokemon Best Wishes! Season 2 has 4 filler episodes, which represents 16.67% of its 24 episodes. We have created a complete guide that indicates which episodes are canon (original from the manga) and which are filler. Check our "Watch Order" section for more details.
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