Shiranui saw the Meowth Balloon and sent Honoh out. After mounting the Talonflame, the duo took off in pursuit of the balloon. The combination of Honoh's Gale Wings ability and the Tailwind move allowed the Talonflame to catch up. "Yoto, slice those arms with Sacred Sword!" The Aegislash drew itself out from Shiranui's back, changed to his Blade Forme and sliced the arms off. "Honoh, rescue the hostages with Quick Attack!" The Talonflame swooped down and rescued Liam, Pikachu and Dedenne. "Yoto, pop that balloon with Shadow Sneak!" The airborne Aegislash phased out of sight and a moment later, several rips, tears and slices appeared on the balloon, sending it falling. Yoto phased onto Shiranui's back as Honoh landed.