Pokémon Heroes Timeline ( Real )

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July 17, 2002

Release of Pokémon Heroes in Japan

The movie Pokémon Heroes was released in Japan, marking the second Pokémon movie to be released in theaters in the country.

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May 16, 2003

Release of Pokémon Heroes in the United States

Pokémon Heroes was released in the United States, expanding the global reach of the Pokémon movie franchise.

Pokémon Heroes Timeline ( Fictional )

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Year 10, Day 1, Morning

Arrival in Alto Mare

Ash and friends arrive in the city of Alto Mare, a coastal city inspired by Venice.

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Year 10, Day 1, Afternoon

Meeting with Bianca and Lana

Ash and friends meet two new characters, Bianca and Lana, who are residents of Alto Mare.

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Year 10, Day 2

Discovery of the Water Guardian's Tears

The group learns about the Water Guardians Lugia and the twin Pokémon Latias and Latios, and their connection to the Water Guardian's Tears, mystical jewels that protect Alto Mare.

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Year 10, Day 3

Convincing Lugia to Trust Humans

Ash helps convince the legendary Pokémon Lugia to trust humans again after it has become wary due to past events.

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Year 10, Day 3, Evening

Encounter with the Rocket Gang

Team Rocket arrives in Alto Mare seeking the Water Guardian's Tears to use them for their evil plans.

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Year 10, Day 4

Latias and Latios Protect Alto Mare

The twin Pokémon Latias and Latios help protect the city from Team Rocket's attempts to steal the Water Guardian's Tears.

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Year 10, Day 4, Night

Final Battle at the Shrine

Ash and friends, aided by Lugia and the twin Pokémon, confront Team Rocket in a final battle to save Alto Mare and the Water Guardian's Tears.

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Year 10, Day 5

Restoration of Peace in Alto Mare

After Team Rocket is defeated, peace is restored in Alto Mare, and the Water Guardian's Tears remain safe under the protection of Lugia and the twin Pokémon.