Summary:

After losing in the Unova League Ash's spirit is crushed. He decides to train in isolation, leaving behind all his friends and family.

5 years later a new tournament forces him out of his self-imposed exile, leading to renewed friendships and unforeseen romances as Ash and the gang reunite. Events unfold and it seems that the Battle of the Champions tournament not just revitalizes Ash’s career, it lays the foundation for the rest of their lives…