Pokemon the Series Season 9 Episode 36 Thinning the Hoard!

Ash and the gang continue their journey through the Hoenn region, on their way to the next gym battle. As they trek through the forest, they notice an unusual, chaotic scene in the distance. There seems to be a massive horde of Pokemon gathered together, all rushing towards one particular spot. Upon closer inspection, they realize that this is a migration of sorts - a group of Swellow are leading their young to a safer place, away from the dangers of the approaching wildfire.

However, as they watch, an unlikely threat emerges from the shadows - a band of thieves, led by the notorious Team Rocket. They have set their sights on capturing as many Swellow as they can, to sell for a hefty profit in the black market. Ash and his friends decide to intervene, but find themselves severely outnumbered by the thieves and their Pokemon.

Making matters worse, they soon realize that the Swellow aren't the only ones in danger. In the midst of the chaos, they notice a group of rare and exotic Pokemon, who have been unwittingly drawn into the fray. These Pokemon have been hoarded by Team Rocket for years, kept hidden away in secret, only coming out to do their bidding. It's up to Ash and the gang to rescue these Pokemon, while defending the Swellow and putting an end to Team Rocket's evil plans.

It's a race against time, as the wildfire grows closer and the battle intensifies. With quick thinking and teamwork, Ash and his friends are able to thin the hoard of Pokemon that Team Rocket has amassed, freeing them from their captors one by one. With each victory, they gain more allies in the fight against the thieves, including some unexpected friends who show up to lend a hand.

As the battle rages on, Ash finds himself facing off against his longtime rivals, Jessie, James, and Meowth. It's a heated battle, with both sides pulling out all the stops to gain the upper hand. In the end, it's Ash and Pikachu who emerge victorious, taking down the Team Rocket trio and sending them blasting off once again.

With the danger finally over, Ash and his friends bid farewell to their new Pokemon allies and continue on their journey, with a newfound sense of purpose and determination. They have saved countless lives and struck a major blow against Team Rocket, but there are still more battles to come. Who knows what challenges the road ahead may hold? They can only keep moving forward and facing them head-on.