The film follows the adventures of Ash Ketchum, Misty, and Brock as they arrive on Shamouti Island, where the annual Wind Festival is taking place. They soon learn of a legend surrounding the three legendary Pokémon birds: Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres, which maintain the balance of nature.
Meanwhile, a collector named Lawrence III is determined to capture the legendary Pokémon Lugia, the guardian of the sea, in order to add it to his collection. He captures both Moltres and Zapdos, disrupting the balance of power.
Ash finds himself entangled in the conflict when he inadvertently becomes the chosen one to retrieve the three elemental spheres needed to calm the legendary birds. Along the way, he meets a mysterious girl named Melody, who helps him on his quest.
With the help of his Pokémon and his friends, Ash sets out to find the spheres and prevent Lawrence III from capturing Lugia. As chaos ensues and natural disasters threaten to destroy the world, Ash must race against time to restore harmony to the legendary Pokémon and save the day.
In the climax of the film, Ash succeeds in retrieving the spheres and summoning Lugia. With Lugia’s help, he manages to calm the legendary birds and stop Lawrence III’s plans. Lugia uses its powers to restore balance to the world, and the legendary birds return to their respective habitats.
In the end, Ash and his friends bid farewell to Melody and leave Shamouti Island, continuing their journey to become Pokémon Masters.
“Pokémon: The Movie 2000” is celebrated for its epic storyline, memorable characters, and stunning animation. It explores themes of friendship, cooperation, and environmental conservation, resonating with audiences of all ages.