Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ash, the Kamen Rider, is viewed as a villain by the Pretty Cures due to his past actions.
• Ash helps the Pretty Cures defeat a Tragedy Kingdom executive but refuses to return their powers, stating they must do it themselves with their resolve.
• Ash's smug attitude and lack of respect for the Pretty Cures cause tension, leading to an argument with Akane.
• Ash follows Yayoi, who is feeling lonely and struggling with her identity as a Pretty Cure.

Character Developments

• Ash: Maintains his smug and arrogant attitude, but shows concern for Yayoi's well-being.
• Yayoi: Struggles with her identity as a Pretty Cure and feels lonely without her powers. She draws manga to cope with her feelings.
• Akane: Becomes increasingly hostile towards Ash due to his attitude and refusal to return their powers.

Significant Themes

• Identity and self-worth: Yayoi struggles with her identity as a Pretty Cure and feels lost without her powers.
• Trust and acceptance: The Pretty Cures struggle to accept Ash as an ally due to his past actions and attitude.
• Resolve and determination: Ash challenges the Pretty Cures to regain their powers by summoning their resolve.

Character Interactions

• Ash and the Pretty Cures: Tension and argument due to Ash's attitude and refusal to return their powers.
• Ash and Yayoi: Ash follows Yayoi and teases her, causing her to become frightened and upset. Despite this, he shows concern for her well-being.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yayoi, stripped of her powers, is bullied by Ash, leading to a emotional outburst.
• Ash, despite his initial teasing, praises Yayoi's manga skills and expresses his liking for heroes, trying to befriend her.
• Yayoi reveals her past and her connection to Kamen Rider, leading to a heated argument with Ash.
• Yayoi runs away after the argument, leaving Ash feeling remorseful.
• Yayoi realizes she left her homework notebook at school and reflects on her name's meaning.

Character Developments

• Yayoi: She stands up to Ash, expressing her feelings and revealing her past. Her emotional growth is evident as she faces her fears and insecurities.
• Ash: He shows a more empathetic side, understanding Yayoi's feelings and feeling remorse for hurting her. He also expresses his liking for heroes, showing a softer side to his character.

Significant Themes

• Identity and Belonging: Both Yayoi and Ash struggle with their identities, with Yayoi trying to live up to her father's legacy and Ash trying to find his place in the world.
• Emotional Growth: Both characters experience emotional growth, with Yayoi learning to stand up for herself and Ash learning to empathize with others.
• The Power of Words: Both characters' words have a significant impact on each other, highlighting the power of communication and understanding.

Character Interactions

• Yayoi and Ash: Their interactions are marked by conflict and growth. Yayoi's emotional outburst leads to a deeper understanding of each other's perspectives, leading to a more complex relationship.
• Yayoi and her Father: Yayoi's memories of her father drive her actions and motivations, influencing her interactions with Ash.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Akaoni, a Tragedy Kingdom executive, has created a localized Tragedy Ending barrier in a factory, absorbing people's Tragedy Energy.
• Yayoi, recalling her past with her father, ends up at the factory where he used to work.
• She discovers Akaoni's plan and tries to save the workers, using her physical strength despite not being able to transform.

Character Developments

• Yayoi reflects on her past and her desire to be a hero, finding the courage to act despite her fears.
• Akaoni is shown to be careless and unaware of his surroundings, leading to his defeat.

Significant Themes

• Bravery and cowardice: Yayoi struggles with her fears but ultimately acts to save others.
• The power of determination: Yayoi's physical strength allows her to save many workers, highlighting the power of will and action.

Character Interactions

• Yayoi interacts with the workers, showing empathy and determination to save them.
• Akaoni, though not directly interacting with Yayoi, is affected by her actions, leading to his defeat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ash, a Kamen Rider, saves Yayoi from a factory explosion, revealing his identity as a Kamen Rider to her.
• Ash summons Kamen Rider Fourze to help extinguish the flames and rescue workers.
• Akaoni, a high-ranking executive, survives the explosion but is confused and angry about the incident.

Character Developments

• Yayoi: Overcomes her fear and saves workers, gains confidence after Ash's praise.
• Ash: Apologizes to Yayoi, acknowledges her bravery, and shows camaraderie with Fourze.
• Fourze: Demonstrates his firefighting capabilities and reinforces the bond of friendship with Ash.

Significant Themes

• Bravery and cowardice: Yayoi's actions show that even without powers, one can be brave.
• Friendship and camaraderie: Ash and Fourze's interaction highlights the importance of friendship.
• Identity and acceptance: Ash's revelation of his Kamen Rider identity to Yayoi and Fourze.

Character Interactions

• Ash and Yayoi: Ash saves Yayoi, apologizes, and praises her, leading to a shift in their relationship.
• Ash and Fourze: They acknowledge each other's actions and reinforce their bond of friendship.
• Akaoni and Ash/Fourze: Implicitly, Akaoni blames Kamen Riders for the explosion, setting up potential future conflict.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Witch Reina, a Pretty Cure villain, appears and curses Kamen Rider.
• Ash and Fourze encounter Yayoi, who wants to befriend Kamen Rider.
• Akaoni attacks Fourze, while Witch Reina confronts Ash.
• Ash protects Yayoi from Witch Reina's attack and sends her away.

Character Developments

• Ash: Struggles with being a hero and interacting with others, but shows care for Yayoi's safety.
• Yayoi: Realizes Ash is Kamen Rider and becomes more determined to befriend him.
• Fourze: Shows concern for Ash's well-being and encourages him to be more open.
• Witch Reina: Reveals herself as a powerful and agile fighter, seeking revenge on Kamen Rider.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and trust: Ash and Yayoi's relationship develops, and Fourze encourages Ash to trust others.
• Heroism: Ash struggles with his role as a Kamen Rider, while Yayoi idolizes them.
• Villainy: Witch Reina's appearance adds another powerful enemy to the mix.

Character Interactions

• Ash and Yayoi: Ash protects Yayoi and sends her away, showing concern for her safety.
• Fourze and Ash: Fourze encourages Ash to be more casual and trust others.
• Ash and Witch Reina: They clash, with Ash defending against Witch Reina's attacks.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ash, a Kamen Rider, encounters Witch Reina, who holds a grudge against him due to a misunderstanding.
• Witch Reina attacks Ash using a magnet that attracts lightning, overwhelming him.
• Ash survives the attack and stands up to face Witch Reina's next assault.
• A steel pile falls from above, and Calibur, a Pretty Cure, appears, saving Ash and preparing to fight Witch Reina.

Character Developments

• Ash demonstrates his resilience and determination, surviving a powerful attack and preparing to face the enemy again.
• Witch Reina reveals her true form and displays her power, but also shows vulnerability and panic when her plans don't go as expected.
• Calibur, a Pretty Cure, makes her appearance, showing her ability to manipulate steel and her eagerness to fight.

Significant Themes

• The power of determination and resilience in the face of adversity (Ash's survival and continued fight).
• The consequences of misunderstandings and miscommunication (Witch Reina's grudge against Ash).
• The introduction of new allies and their abilities (Calibur's appearance and her steel manipulation).

Character Interactions

• Ash and Witch Reina's interaction reveals their contrasting personalities and powers, setting up their conflict.
• Ash's survival and Calibur's appearance hint at a potential alliance or team-up between them against Witch Reina.
• The author's note emphasizes the fusion of Tokusatsu and Pretty Cure elements, the book's niche genre, and the author's dedication to writing more engaging stories.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ash, a Kamen Rider-like character, severely injures Witch Reina, who is later saved by Yayoi's intervention.
• Yayoi's father, Kise Yuichi, reveals himself as a Kamen Rider and saves Yayoi from falling to her death.
• Yayoi learns that her father is a Kamen Rider and has been protecting her in secret.
• Witch Reina, believing Yayoi and her father are dead, prepares to attack them again.

Character Developments

• Ash: Shows relentless determination and strategic thinking in battle.
• Witch Reina: Becomes increasingly desperate and reckless as she loses control of the situation.
• Yayoi: Grows in courage and self-awareness, deciding to act like a hero despite her lack of powers.
• Kise Yuichi: Reveals his true identity as a Kamen Rider and expresses pride in Yayoi's growth.

Significant Themes

• The power of determination and willpower in the face of adversity.
• The struggle between maintaining one's identity and embracing change.
• The bond between a father and daughter, and the impact of their separation on both characters.

Character Interactions

• Ash and Witch Reina: Engage in a fierce battle, with Ash gaining the upper hand.
• Yayoi and Kise Yuichi: Reunite after nine years, with Yayoi learning her father's true identity and Kise expressing pride in Yayoi's growth.
• Yayoi and Witch Reina: Yayoi's actions cause Witch Reina to underestimate her, leading to a potential miscalculation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yayoi, unable to transform, stands up to Witch Reina to protect Ash.
• Yayoi transforms into Cure Peace using her determination and the power of her friendship with Ash.
• Ash, presumed dead, escapes from under the steel and joins the fight.
• Ash and Cure Peace team up to defeat Witch Reina using their combined lightning powers.

Character Developments

• Yayoi overcomes her fear of thunder and transforms into Cure Peace, demonstrating her growth and determination.
• Ash reveals his survival and his ability to escape from seemingly inescapable situations.
• Witch Reina's overconfidence and underestimation of her opponents lead to her defeat.

Significant Themes

• The power of determination and friendship in overcoming fears and obstacles.
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponents.
• The importance of teamwork and unity in battle.

Character Interactions

• Yayoi and Ash's bond deepens as they fight together against Witch Reina.
• Yayoi's determination to protect Ash inspires her transformation into Cure Peace.
• Ash's survival and reappearance surprise and delight Yayoi.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ash (Kamen Rider) uses a mechanical hand to distract and disarm Akaoni, then sends him to space using a wormhole.
• Ash defeats Akaoni with his "Super Galaxy Finale" attack.
• Yayoi (Pretty Cure) explains how she transformed to protect Ash.
• Ash scolds Yayoi for risking her life recklessly.
• Yayoi's father appears, and they share a heartfelt goodbye.
• Ash explains that Yayoi's father was a hero to her.

Character Developments

• Ash: Shows concern for Yayoi's safety, demonstrates his power and confidence, and displays understanding of Yayoi's relationship with her father.
• Yayoi: Shows bravery in protecting Ash, feels guilty for her harsh words, and experiences emotional turmoil during her father's farewell.
• Kise Yuichi (Yayoi's father): Shows love and pride for Yayoi, accepts her growth, and says his final goodbye.

Significant Themes

• The power of love and gentleness (as shown through Yayoi's relationship with her father and her transformation as Pretty Cure).
• The consequences of reckless bravery (as demonstrated by Yayoi's actions and Ash's scolding).
• The importance of acceptance and letting go (as seen in Yayoi's father's farewell).

Character Interactions

• Ash and Yayoi: Ash scolds Yayoi for her reckless behavior, then comforts her during her father's farewell. Yayoi hugs Ash to ease her sorrow.
• Yayoi and her father: They share a heartfelt goodbye, with her father expressing his pride in her growth and love for her.
• Ash and Fourze: They fist-bump, showing their friendship and understanding of each other's seriousness in their mission.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ash is informed by Gentaro (Fourze) that he's been seen in the Kamen Rider world, and the 39 separate worlds are merging back into one, potentially due to Ash's reappearance.
• Ash infiltrates Miyuki's school, much to the surprise and dismay of the students and teachers.
• Ash steals Akane's homework and teases her, causing a commotion at school.
• Yayoi reveals she has regained her Pretty Cure powers, surprising her friends.

Character Developments

• Ash: Shows a playful and mischievous side, enjoying teasing the girls and causing a stir at school. He also reflects on the meaning of his name and his past.
• Yayoi: Gains confidence and composure after regaining her powers, no longer panicking or crying in front of her friends. She keeps a secret about her transformation with Ash.
• Akane: Becomes more assertive and confrontational, standing up to Ash despite her initial fear of him.
• Candy: Develops a dislike for Ash due to his bullying of Akane and the uncomfortable aura he emits.

Significant Themes

• The power of friendship and teamwork, as seen in Yayoi's regained confidence and the girls' support for each other.
• The struggle between good and evil, represented by Ash's playful antics and the girls' attempts to maintain order and justice at school.
• The consequences of one's actions, as Ash's reappearance in the Kamen Rider world may have caused the merging of the 39 worlds.

Character Interactions

• Ash interacts playfully with the girls, teasing them and causing commotion at school.
• Yayoi mediates between Ash and Akane, showing her newfound confidence and composure.
• Akane stands up to Ash, challenging his mischievous behavior and demanding justice.
• Candy, driven by her simple understanding of good and evil, tries to confront Ash on behalf of Akane.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ash, the Kamen Rider, is tricked by Candy, a Pretty Cure's fairy partner, and falls from a window, landing on the ground.
• The Pretty Cure girls find Ash unconscious and believe he's injured.
• Akane, a student, checks on Ash and realizes he's just asleep.
• The girls try to cover up Ash's presence from their teacher, with Akane dragging him to the gym equipment storage room.

Character Developments

• Ash: Despite being the Kamen Rider, a hero, he's tricked by Candy, showing he's not invincible.
• Akane: She shows concern for Ash's well-being, displaying her kind heart despite her initial dislike for him.

Significant Themes

• Appearances can be deceiving: Ash, the Kamen Rider, is seen as a villain by the Pretty Cures, but he's actually not evil.
• The power of friendship and teamwork: The Pretty Cure girls work together to cover up Ash's presence.

Character Interactions

• Ash and Candy: Candy tricks Ash, showing their playful and mischievous nature.
• Akane and Ash: Akane checks on Ash, showing her concern for him, despite her initial dislike.
• The Pretty Cure girls: They work together to cover up Ash's presence, showing their teamwork and friendship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Akane finds Ash awake and vents her frustration about his interference in their battles.
• Ash saves Akane from an attack by an enemy card.
• They receive a challenge letter from Tragedy Kingdom, hinting at an upcoming battle in the sky.

Character Developments

• Akane: Struggles with her identity as a Pretty Cure and her feelings for Ash.
• Ash: Shows a softer side by styling Akane's hair and saving her, but continues to tease and provoke her.

Significant Themes

• Identity and self-discovery (Akane's struggle with her role as a Pretty Cure and her feminine side).
• Power dynamics and manipulation (Ash's control over the situation and the girls' reliance on him).
• The nature of heroism and villainy (Ash's ambiguous role as both a protector and an antagonist).

Character Interactions

• Ash and Akane: Their interactions are filled with tension and mutual provocation, with Ash teasing Akane and Akane expressing her frustration with Ash's behavior.
• Ash and the other Pretty Cures: Ash continues to interact with the other Pretty Cures, often teasing or provoking them, while also showing moments of concern or care, such as saving Akane.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ash reveals that an asteroid, "Original Lifeform Nibiru," is falling towards Earth and could cause a catastrophic impact.
• The Pretty Cures and Ash discuss the impending disaster and Ash's plan to stop it.
• Ash reveals that the asteroid is being pulled towards Earth by an unknown force, likely a Tragedy Kingdom or Buffoon.

Character Developments

• Ash maintains his calm and confident demeanor, even in the face of a global catastrophe.
• Miyuki displays resilience and hope, encouraging the other Pretty Cures not to despair.
• The Pretty Cures initially feel anxious and helpless but regain their determination to face the threat.

Significant Themes

• Hope and resilience in the face of adversity.
• The power of belief and determination in overcoming challenges.
• The responsibility of heroes to protect their world.

Character Interactions

• Ash teases and interacts with the Pretty Cures, showing a mix of sternness and playfulness.
• The Pretty Cures support and encourage each other, demonstrating their strong bond.
• Ash and the Pretty Cures work together to face the impending disaster, showing unity and cooperation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ash secretly eats snacks left by the Pretty Cures, leading to a playful interaction with Akane.
• Ash reveals his plan to save Earth from the asteroid Nibiru using the Pretty Cures' Fairies and his own power as Kamen Rider.
• The Gokai Galleon, Ash's robot, is found damaged, and a bootleg version of GokaiOh is summoned instead.
• Ash discovers notes left for him by Luka and Emu, realizing he's been supported and cared for throughout his journey.

Character Developments

• Ash: Shows a playful and childlike side when eating snacks with Akane. He also demonstrates his strategic planning and confidence in his abilities. Later, he feels touched and appreciated after finding notes left for him by Luka and Emu.
• Akane: Shows concern for Ash's well-being after he was injured, marking a shift in her perception of him. She also expresses determination to contribute to saving the world despite her current limitations.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and Support: The notes left for Ash by Luka and Emu highlight the theme of friendship and support, showing that even when he feels alone, he has people who care for him.
• Growth and Change: Ash's journey through different worlds has led to a change in his perspective, allowing him to appreciate the bonds he's formed and the support he's received.

Character Interactions

• Ash and Akane: Their interaction over snacks shows a growing familiarity and comfort between them, with Akane even showing concern for Ash's injury.
• Ash and the Pretty Cures: Ash shares his plan to save Earth with the Pretty Cures, demonstrating a level of trust and teamwork. However, Yayoi's excitement over the GokaiOh leads to a playful argument with Ash over who gets to pilot it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ash finds notes and crumpled paper, reminiscent of Pretty Cures' smiles, which stirs his heart.
• Ash and Akane meet in the kitchen, leading to a scuffle over food.
• Akane reveals she snuck onto GokaiOh and wants to prove herself to Ash.
• Ash and Akane discuss the meteor threat; Akane apologizes to Ash for misunderstanding him.

Character Developments

• Ash: Shows a softer side when discussing his past mistakes and understanding Akane's apology.
• Akane: Realizes her prejudice against Ash and apologizes, showing growth in self-awareness.

Significant Themes

• Misunderstanding and prejudice: Akane's realization of her prejudice against Ash.
• Growth and self-awareness: Akane's apology and Ash's reflection on his past actions.
• Communication and understanding: Ash and Akane's conversation about their actions and motivations.

Character Interactions

• Ash and Akane: Their interaction in the kitchen leads to a heart-to-heart conversation about their actions and motivations, fostering understanding and growth.
• Ash and the Pretty Cures (off-screen): Ash's actions and words influence the Pretty Cures' understanding of him and their own actions.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ash and Akane are in space, trying to push an asteroid away from Earth.
• GokaiOh malfunctions, and Ash goes out to repair it, leaving Akane in the cockpit.
• Joker appears, having set a trap for Ash, and they engage in a sword fight on GokaiOh's chest.
• Akane, in the cockpit, tries to help by restarting GokaiOh but struggles and causes minor explosions.

Character Developments

• Ash shows determination to protect Earth and faces Joker's trap, demonstrating his resolve and skill as Kamen Rider.
• Akane tries to help but feels helpless and unqualified, questioning her ability as a Pretty Cure.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against overwhelming odds and the determination to protect one's home.
• The feeling of helplessness and self-doubt when one cannot contribute as expected.

Character Interactions

• Ash and Akane's relationship improves as they work together, with Ash showing concern for Akane's safety.
• Ash and Joker's rivalry deepens as they engage in a fierce sword fight, with Joker gaining the upper hand initially.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Akane watches Ash's battle with Joker, feeling helpless and sorrowful.
• Ash, injured and exhausted, encourages Akane to believe in herself and her power.
• Akane, inspired by Ash, reactivates GokaiOh and moves the asteroid.
• Ash, severely injured, uses a desperate move to restrain Joker but falls towards Earth.
• Akane transforms into Cure Sunny, saves Ash, and uses her power to slow their descent.

Character Developments

• Akane: Overcomes self-doubt and fear, regains her confidence and transforms into Cure Sunny to save Ash.
• Ash: Despite his injuries and dire situation, he continues to fight and encourage Akane, showing his determination and selflessness.

Significant Themes

• Self-belief and confidence: Akane struggles with self-doubt but ultimately overcomes it, regaining her confidence and power.
• Sacrifice and determination: Ash, despite knowing he might die, continues to fight and encourages Akane, showing his determination to save everyone.

Character Interactions

• Ash and Akane: Ash encourages Akane to believe in herself, while Akane, inspired by Ash, transforms into Cure Sunny to save him.
• Akane and Joker: Akane's determination to save Ash leads her to confront and defeat Joker.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Pretty Cures purify the Telescope Buffoon, causing Wolfurun to retreat.
• Akane, transformed as Cure Sunny, appears in space with Ash, saving him from the cold of space.
• Akane's passionate flame destroys the asteroid Nibiru, but its core transforms into a 'Special Super Buffoon' controlled by Joker.
• GokaiOh battles the monster clown monster, with Ash and Akane piloting together. Akane recognizes Pierrot's shadow behind the monster.
• Ash uses a Pretty Cure Ranger Key to empower GokaiOh, creating a solar flame to counter the Tragedy Energy.

Character Developments

• Akane discovers her ability to perform miracles, becoming more confident and passionate.
• Ash becomes more excited and hyped during the battle, unlike his usual self.
• Akane faces her fears and stands up to Pierrot's oppressive aura, showing growth in courage.

Significant Themes

• Passion and determination can lead to miracles and extraordinary abilities (Akane's transformation, Ash's excitement).
• Teamwork and unity (Ash and Akane piloting GokaiOh together, using the Pretty Cure Ranger Key).
• Facing fears and adversity with courage (Akane confronting Pierrot's shadow).

Character Interactions

• Ash and Akane work together to pilot GokaiOh, with Akane providing her spirit and Ash guiding her.
• Ash encourages Akane, helping her overcome her fears and gain confidence.
• Akane and Ash share a moment of understanding and connection while piloting GokaiOh, with Akane feeling Ash's confidence and courage.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ash, as Kamen Rider, defeats Joker using GokaiOh's powerful attack, "Gokai Rainbow Burst."
• Akane, concerned for Ash's well-being after his battle wounds, hugs him, using her Pretty Cure powers to heal him.
• Ash shares his perspective on his lonely fight and his ability to find joy in battles with strong enemies and meeting cute heroes like the Pretty Cures.
• The Kaizoku Sentai members receive Ranger Keys from Ash, each containing a Pretty Cure's image, and discuss their potential use against their current enemies.

Character Developments

• Akane shows empathy and concern for Ash's well-being, even after their initial disagreements.
• Ash opens up about his perspective on his fight and finds solace in his interactions with the Pretty Cures.
• Nao Midorikawa reflects on the current peaceful state and the decrease in invasions from the Kingdom of Tragedy.

Significant Themes

• The theme of finding joy and solace in unlikely places, as seen in Ash's perspective on his fight.
• The theme of empathy and understanding, as seen in Akane's concern for Ash's well-being.
• The theme of change and growth, as seen in the decrease in invasions from the Kingdom of Tragedy.

Character Interactions

• Akane and Ash share a moment of understanding and connection, with Akane hugging Ash to heal his wounds.
• The Kaizoku Sentai members discuss the potential use of the Pretty Cure Ranger Keys and Ash's relationship with the Pretty Cures.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yayoi and Akane regain their transformation abilities, becoming even stronger.
• Nao feels left out and frustrated due to her lack of progress.
• Ash appears in the classroom, teasing Nao about seeing her bear panties.
• Nao sees Ash interacting warmly with Akane and Yayoi, feeling shocked and jealous.

Character Developments

• Nao struggles with feelings of inadequacy and jealousy as her friends regain their powers and grow closer to Ash.
• Ash shows a playful and caring side towards Akane and Yayoi, challenging Nao's initial perception of him.
• Akane and Yayoi become more comfortable and affectionate with Ash, further surprising Nao.

Significant Themes

• Jealousy and inadequacy: Nao grapples with these feelings as her friends progress while she remains stagnant.
• Changing perceptions: Nao's view of Ash evolves as she witnesses his interactions with Akane and Yayoi.
• Friendship and camaraderie: The bond between the Pretty Cure girls deepens, even as they compete with one another.

Character Interactions

• Nao and Ash: Their dynamic shifts as Nao becomes more aware of Ash's positive qualities, despite her initial frustration and jealousy.
• Akane and Ash: They develop a friendly, teasing rapport, with Akane showing concern for Ash's well-being.
• Yayoi and Ash: Yayoi becomes more comfortable with Ash, even referring to him as "brother," much to Nao's surprise.
• Miyuki and Ash: Miyuki's playful antics lead to a humorous exchange between her and Ash.