Ash and his friends learn about the history of the Orange League.
This episode marks the second time that a Pokémon speaks through Meowth. The first time was by a giant Tentacruel in Menokurage dokukurage (1997).
Ash learns that he needs four Badges in order to enter the Orange League.
James's Victreebel and Jessie's Arbok are revealed to know Razor Leaf and Tackle, respectively.