August 2013 News

Friday: Dialga Event + Pok�mon Tretta Lab - Version 1.1

30-08-2013 06:10 BST / 01:10 EDT by Serebii

This update will be updated throughout the day. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With the news of Pok�mon X & Y, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of the amazing showcase and speculation over contents while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for people to hunt down the new Dream World Pok�mon for trade and to battle other trainers so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 09:20 BST
Edit @ 09:20: Dialga Event

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Black, White, Black 2 & White 2 - Dialga Event

For those of you in Europe, the Dialga event is now running in stores across the contintent as well as in Canada and Australia. This event gives a Level 100 Shiny Dialga to Pok�mon Black, White, Black 2 & White 2 games. This event is unique in that it's the first event to distribute a Dialga as a shiny The event lasts until September 12th so be sure to get it while you can. The stores you can get it in are as follows
GAME in the UK, EB Games in Canada and Australia, JB HiFi in New Zealand, Micromania, Toys "R" Us, Cultura, Fnac, La Grande R�cr�, Picwic, and Jou�Club in France, GameStop and Toys "R" Us in Italy, Germany, Switzerland & Austria, Blade Center, Fnac, Canal Ocio, El Corta Ingl�s, GAME, GameStop, Gamestore, Hipercor, Media Markt, Toys "R" Us, and Worten in Spain, Fnac in Portugal, TOYS"R"US and GameStop in Sweden, GameMania in Belgium and Media Markt and Saturn in the Netherlands

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Tretta Lab - Download

For those of you who have imported it, a new patch has been released for Pok�mon Tretta Lab. This patch fixes some sensitivity issues in regards to the scanner picking up signals and sending it to the 3DS. The patch is available for free on the Nintendo eShop and is recommended before play. You know you have the patch due to the listing of the game being Version 1.1 on the top right of the title screen. The patch is just 34 blocks and is easy to download through the QR Code here

Pok�mon Tretta Lab QR Code

Until Next Time, See Ya

Thursday: Pok�mon Rumble U - US Release + Password + Episode Title

29-08-2013 07:33 BST / 02:33 EDT by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Rumble U

For those of you in North America, Pok�mon Rumble U is now available on the eShop for $18. This game is the latest in the Pok�mon Rumble series and includes various new and returning features like multiplayer and NFC Figures, which are now for sale in Gamestop. Back in April, we covered this game in full including Location Listings which contain details on every stage, including challenges, and Complete Pok�mon Listings, plus our Spin-off Pok�dex. Check our section for full coverage
Edit @ 17:45: In addition to this, various North American passwords have been revealed for various Pok�mon. As such, since there are too many to list, they have been added to our Password Page

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Rumble U - Eighth European Password

The next European Pok�mon Rumble U password has been revealed. This password unlocks a special shiny Garchomp with the ability Gift, Power of 1000 and the moves Fire Fang and Dragon Claw. This Pok�mon is unlocked by the password 46585756 . We'll bring more passwords as time progresses
Edit @ 17:46: Two new European Passwords have been revealed. First, a Serperior with Frenzy Plant and Dragon Tail is released with the password 23740396. Finally, a special Chandelure is distributed with the moves Fire Blast and Shadow Ball with the password 86228367

In The Anime Department

Pok�mon Best Wishes Season 2

The magazine, Famitsu, has revealed the next title for the series Pok�mon Best Wishes Season 2 Decolora Adventures. This episode has Ash return to the Kanto region. It is due to air on September 26th 2013.
Episode 803: My Dream, Pok�mon Master!!

Until Next Time, See Ya

Wednesday: Nintendo 2DS Announced + XY Demo in USA

28-08-2013 16:25 BST / 11:25 EDT by Serebii

This update may be updated throughout the day. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With the news of Pok�mon X & Y, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of the amazing showcase and speculation over contents while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for people to hunt down the new Dream World Pok�mon for trade and to battle other trainers so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 17:48 BST
Edit @ 17:48: XY Demos

In The Games Department

Nintendo 2DS

Nintendo has just released details of a new variant of the Nintendo 3DS handheld. This variant is called the Nintendo 2DS and is essentially a slim version of the Nintendo 3DS without the stereoscopic 3D effect. It is due for release for $129.99 in North America on October 12 to coincide with the launch of the games X & Y. In Europe, it'll be released October 12th as well for �109.99.

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y Demo

Nintendo has also announced that demoes of Pok�mon X & Pok�mon Y will be available across the US in the Nintendo Experience Tour. These demoes will be identical to those in the Pok�mon Game Show and Gamescom recently. The locations are
Detroit - Briarwood Mall | Macy�s Corridor - August 31st/September 1st
Indianapolis - Castleton Square | Center Court - September 8th/9th
Chicago Orland Square | Upper Caron's Court - September 14th
Chicago - Woodfield Mall | Grand Court - September 15th
Milwaukee - Southridge Mall | Center Court - September 21st/22nd
Minnesota - Southdale Center | Center Court - September 25th
Kansas City - Independence Center | Lower Level Dilliard's Court - September 28th/29th
Tulsa - Woodland Hills Mall | Dilliard's Court - October 2nd
Dallas - Grapevine Mills | Entry 2 - October 5th/6th
Houston - Houston Galleria | Galleria IV in front of Adidas - October 12th/13th
Denver - Colorado Mills | Food Court - October 16th
Tempe - Arizona Mills | Food Court or Saks Court - October 19th/20th
San Francisco - Great Mall | Grand Court - October 26th
San Francisco - Stroneridge Shopping Center | Grand Court - October 27th
Los Angeles - Brea Mall | Lower Level Center Court - November 2nd
Los Angeles Del Amo Fashion Center | Lower Level JoAnn's Court November 3rd

Until Next Time, See Ya

Tuesday: Pok�mon Rumble U Password

28-08-2013 01:10 BST / 27-08-2013 20:10 EDT by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Rumble U - Next Password

The next two European Pok�mon Rumble U passwords have been revealed by GAME. The first password unlocks a special Charizard with the ability Gift, Power of 1000 and the moves Blast Burn & Dragon Claw. This Pok�mon is unlocked by the password 13307436 . In addition to that, a Hydreigon password was revealed. Like the Charizard, it has a strength of 1000 and the ability of Gift with the special moves Dark Pulse and Draco Meteor and is unlocked by the password 55188682. We'll bring more passwords as time progresses

Until Next Time, See Ya

Monday: Pok�mon X & Y - Pok�mon Amie

26-08-2013 13:13 BST / 08:13 EDT by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Pok�mon Amie

Following the demo at the PGS and Gamescom over the last week, we have received further details on random effects that occur in battle, seemingly tied with the Pok�mon Amie feature. As such, I have updated our Pok�mon Amie page with details of these effects, in addition to details on the Pok�mon Amie specific stats and how to boost them. Click the image to go to the page

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Rumble U - Fifth Password

The next European Pok�mon Rumble U password has been revealed. This password unlocks a special Eelektross with the ability Gift, Power of 1000 and the moves Thunderbolt & Coil. This Pok�mon is unlocked by the password 50958047 . We'll bring more passwords as time progresses

Until Next Time, See Ya

Sunday: Pok�mon of the Week

25-08-2013 13:05 BST / 08:05 EDT by Serebii

In The Pok�mon of the Week Department

Who's That Pok�mon

Today marks the one hundred & thirty-eighth entry into the Generation V competitive field with a Sinnoh Pok�mon. These entries are created by the visitors for the visitors and then compiled by our writers Miror, KingTorterra & Tai. To get involved, Click here for the discussion forum.
Today, we are covering a Pok�mon introduced in the fourth generation. If it succeeds in catching even a faint breeze properly, it can circle the globe without flapping once. It dances silently through the sky. When it approaches prey, it can land a critical hit in an instant.Its flight is soundless. It uses its lengthy tail to carry off its prey... Then its elongated fangs do the rest. It observes prey while hanging inverted from branches. When the chance presents itself, it swoops! So here it is, the one hundred & thirty-eighth entry, Gliscor.

Until Next Time, See Ya

Friday: Pok�mon Smash Event + Trademarks

23-08-2013 06:06 BST / 01:06 EDT by Serebii

It has been a big news week so check the previous updates. This update will be updated throughout the day. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With the news of Pok�mon X & Y, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of the amazing showcase and speculation over contents while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for people to hunt down the new Dream World Pok�mon for trade and to battle other trainers so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 14:30 BST
Edit @ 14:30: Trademarks

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Smash Event

It has been announced that, from September 15th to September 28th at the Pok�mon Centers across Japan, there is to be a special distribution of Pok�mon for Black, White, Black 2 & White 2 games. This event will be fully announced on September 15th 2013 within the episode airing on that day, so the contents are currently unknown, though it is likely to be one Pok�mon of the following: Lucario, Oshawott, Zoroark, Chimchar, Sableye, or Treecko. We'll provide details as soon as we can

In The Games Department

Pok�mon - Video Game Championships

Following on from Pokk�n Fighters & Pokk�n Tournament trademarks discovered last week, it has been discovered that The Pok�mon Company has registered several new trademarks. These trademarks are Pok�Tretta Battles, PokeTretta Tournament, Pok�Figure and Pok�Figure Arena. Like all trademarks, they cover everything from video games, to arcade machines, to keyrings and many trademarks go unused so it's hard to say if these will be used. However, Pok�mon Tretta is a successful arcade game in Japan, and recent had a companion title released on the Nintendo 3DS

Until Next Time, See Ya

Thursday: Pok�mon Rumble U Password + Episode Pictures + Anime News + World Championships 2014

22-08-2013 10:06 BST / 05:06 EDT by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Rumble U - Fourth Password

The next European Pok�mon Rumble U password has been revealed. This password unlocks a special Piplup with the ability Gift, Power of 1000 and the moves Drill Peck & Hydro Pump. This Pok�mon is unlocked by the password 66972109. We'll bring more passwords as time progresses

In The Anime Department

Pok�mon Black & White - Episode Pictures

As usual, I have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode features Ash & Co. taking a break on an island, only to find that Alexa's Gogoat has disappeared. The Anim�Dex has been updated with the massive contents of this episode. Click the picture to go to the gallery but be warned however as they contain spoilers;

In The Anime Department

Pok�mon Best Wishes Season 2

After the end of today's episode, a trailer aired featuring clips form the last few episodes of Pok�mon Best Wishes Season 2 Decolora Adventures. In this clip, in addition to showcasing Rayquaza, and Iris facing off against Clair, it showcased that Brock is to make a return in an episode. This episode is part of the climax due to air from September 26th 2013. We'll provide more details as they come

In The Games Department

Pok�mon - Video Game Championships

Following on from the VGC 2013 finals earlier this month, The Pok�mon Company has pushed out details on the next year of tournaments. The specific details for these have yet to be properly announced, including the rulesets that will be enforced, but the setup looks like this for North America. TCG rules also changed with Play! Pok�mon TCG Championship Events above the City Championships level will be using best-of-three match play in Swiss rounds with a time limit of 50 minutes plus three turns. Ties are also being reintroduced. Also, entry into the TCG Masters division now require an entry fee determined by the event organisers at Premier Events. VGC players and Junior/Senior Division still don't have to pay.
Fall Regionals: Weekends of October 12th, 19th, and 26th (Running on Black 2 & White 2)
Winter Regionals: Weekends of January 11th, 18th, and 25th
Spring Regionals: Weekends of April 5th, 12th, and 19th
Nationals: Indianapolis, IN - July 4th - 6th, 2014
Finals: Washington, DC - August 15th - 17th, 2014

Until Next Time, See Ya

Wednesday: Pok�mon XY - English Demo Footage + US Demo

21-08-2013 10:35 BST / 05:35 EDT by Serebii

It has been a big news week so check the previous updates. This update may be updated throughout the day. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With the news of Pok�mon X & Y, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of the amazing showcase and speculation over contents while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for people to hunt down the new Dream World Pok�mon for trade and to battle other trainers so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 14:06 BST
Edit @ 14:06: US Demo

In The Games Department

Pok�mon - Gamescom Demo

The special games conference, Gamescom, has begun today and contains the recent Pok�mon X & Y demo. This demo is being shown in English for the first time in Gamescom and thanks to NintenDaan, we have footage of the entire demo. While not much is shown that is new, it does showcase the mechanics of the game in English, ending with a special montage
Edit @ 14:06: Nintendo have also announced that the Pok�mon X & Y demos, most likely the same as seen at the Pok�mon Games Show and at Gamescom this past week, will be available for play by visitors to the gaming event PAX Prime at the Washington State Convention Center in Seattle from August 30th to September 2nd.

New Footage

Until Next Time, See Ya

Tuesday: Pokk�n Fighters Trademark + Episode Title

20-08-2013 07:42 BST / 02:42 EDT by Serebii

In The Games Department

The Pok�mon Company - Trademark

It has been uncovered by Siliconera that The Pok�mon Company has recently filed for two trademarks in the United States. These trademarks are for the titles Pokk�n Fighters and Pokk�n Tournament. It is currently unknown to what these trademarks pertain, but they could be anything from a line of merchandise to a new game, possibly the one shown at the Pok�mon Game Show. We'll provide details as and when they come
Edit @ 13:42; It has also been found on the Japanese trademark database under the name ポッ拳.

In The Anime Department

Pok�mon Best Wishes Season 2

The magazine, Famitsu, has revealed the next title for the series Pok�mon Best Wishes Season 2 Decolora Adventures. This episode has Ash & Co. start to approach Vermillion City. It is due to air on September 19th 2013.
Episode 802: Best Wishes! Until The Day We Meet Again!!

Until Next Time, See Ya

Monday: Gamestop Dialga Event + Rumble U Password + TCG Set

19-08-2013 13:20 BST / 08:20 EDT by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Black, White, Black 2 & White 2 - Dialga Event

For those of you in America,the Dialga event is now running in Gamestop stores across the country. This event gives a Level 100 Shiny Dialga to Pok�mon Black, White, Black 2 & White 2 games. This event is unique in that it's the first event to distribute a Dialga as a shiny The event lasts until September 8th so be sure to get it while you can
As a reminder, this event runs in Europe from August 30th to September 12th, in various stores such as GAME in the UK and various other stores depending on the country and Canada & Australia has it run from August 30th to September 12th in EBGames. Be sure to check your local store to see if they're participating.

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Rumble U - Third Password

The next European Pok�mon Rumble U password has been revealed. This password unlocks a special Zoroark with the ability Gift, Power of 1000 and the moves Night Daze and Flamethrower. This Pok�mon is unlocked by the password 31682288. We'll bring more passwords as time progresses

In The TCG Department

Pok�mon TCG Set - Legendary Treasures

The next English Language set has been revealed thanks to Pok�Collection. This set, Black & White: Legendary Treasures is to be the final set before Pok�mon X & Y and is likely to be based upon the recent EX Battle Boost set in Japan. It is due for release on November 8th. We'll bring more as it comes.

Until Next Time, See Ya

Sunday: Pok�mon of the Week

18-08-2013 13:00 BST / 08:00 EDT by Serebii

In The Pok�mon of the Week Department

Who's That Pok�mon

Today marks the one hundred & thirty-seventh entry into the Generation V competitive field with a Unova Pok�mon. These entries are created by the visitors for the visitors and then compiled by our writers Miror, KingTorterra & Tai. To get involved, Click here for the discussion forum.
Today, we are covering a Pok�mon introduced in the fifth generation. It flies across the sky at Mach speeds. Removing the seal on its chest makes its internal energy go out of control. It is said that Golurk were ordered to protect people and Pok�mon by the ancient people who made them.Golurk were created to protect people and Pok�mon. They run on a mysterious energy. So here it is, the one hundred & thirty-seventh entry, Golurk.

Until Next Time, See Ya

Saturday: Pok�mon XY Demo Screenshots + Mystery Retrospective Video

17-08-2013 12:11 BST / 07:11 EDT by Serebii

Be sure to check the past yesterday's update for demo details, a mysterious picture and a brand new anime special. This update may be updated throughout the day. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With the news of Pok�mon X & Y, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of the amazing showcase and speculation over contents while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for people to hunt down the new Dream World Pok�mon for trade and to battle other trainers so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 16:00 BST
Edit @ 12:30: Retrospective

In The Games Department

Pok�mon XY - Official Demo Screenshots

Following on from the demo within the Pok�mon Game Show, The Pok�mon Company have iussued several official screenshots to be used in writeups about the demo. These screenshots showcase various parts of the game including Pok�mon such as Fletchling being available in the field, riding Skiddo and the Mega Evolution battle featuring Mega Mewtwo. Check the previous update for full details on the demo
Edit @ 16:00: Some new abilities of various Pok�mon have been made clear. Litleo has the Unnerve ability, Helioptile has the Dry Skin ability, and Sylveon has the Cute Charm ability

In The Games Department

Pok�mon - Mystery Title

Following on from the mystery picture that came yesterday, youtube user, SIZUMA1, has posted up a video of the entire Pok�mon retrospective which ends with this mystery clip. At present, it is not clear as to whether or not this footage is for a new game, or if it is just a CGI scene created especially for this trailer, but based on the context it is worthy of posting. We'll provide details on this as soon as it becomes available. New picture thanks to Kiri

New Footage

Until Next Time, See Ya

Friday: Pok�mon XY Demo + Pok�mon: The Origins + TCG - XY News + Rumble U - EU Password

16-08-2013 11:45 BST / 06:45 EDT by Serebii

Be sure to check the past few updates for more XY screenshots and trailer. This update may be updated throughout the day. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With the news of Pok�mon X & Y, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of the amazing showcase and speculation over contents while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for people to hunt down the new Dream World Pok�mon for trade and to battle other trainers so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 08:00 BST
Edit @ 12:04: Figures | Edit @ 01:20: Pok�mon TCG XY | Edit @ 02:05: New Anime | Edit @ 02:16: XY Demo | Edit @ 04:12; Pok�mon The Origins Trailer & Confirmation as Special

In The Games Department

Pok�mon XY - Demo

During the Pok�mon Game Show, it was shown thanks to a picture from a Twitter user, that the method of Mega Evolution is through a simple button in the attack interface when your Pok�mon has the Mega Stone attached to it. In the demo, you also ride on a Skiddo in a route and seen riding a Rhyhorn. In it, you also battle Professor Sycamore, where you use Mega Evolution, and battle Shauna & the other playable character. Fennekin has the moves Psybeam, Flame Charge, Fire Spin and Tail Whip. The Mega Evolution battle has you face off against Chandelure, Dragonite and Crobat with Mega Mewtwo. Helioptile has Tail Whip, Thundershock, Quick Attack & Parabolic Charge. Sylveon has Swift, Quick Attack, Fairy Wind & Tail Whip. Froakie has Water Pulse, Quick Attack, Lick and Round.
In the demo, you start off with Alexa telling you to go see Professor Sycamore. On your way there, you battle the rival, with a time limit. Once you get to Professor Sycamore, he will give you Mewtwo and teach you about Mega Evolution, which is just done by a tap of a button with a move the same turn, and he'll then battle you. After the battle, a video runs of the game. It is also said that running is default due to the analogue stick, with you having to press the B Button to walk
03:53: In the Pok�mon Amie feature, there are three stats listed for your Pok�mon. Friendliness, Hunger and Play. It's currently unclear whether these features affect gameplay. The sweets you obtain for it are called Pofure.
04:00: As always, there are also Pok�mon on the field, and the character kneels down to encounter them
We're still getting more information so keep your eyes peeled on the site. Image thanks to raim2005
04:05: Finally, at the end of a sizzle reel, a picture of a battle with graphics different to X & Y was showcased
Edit @ 08:00: Some minor more demo details have come. First, it appears Mega Mewtwo doesn't have an increase in Hit Points. Also, non-Kalos Pok�mon such as Skitty and Exeggutor make an appearance in the overworld. Fairy-type moves are also not very effective on Fire-type Pok�mon
Edit @ 16:40 17/08: A Shiny Sylveon was spotted

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In The Anime Department

Pok�mon: The Origins

During the Pok�mon Game Show, it was announced that a brand new anime special will run to coincide with Pok�mon XY. This anime is called Pok�mon: The Origin, features Red & Green, is based directly on the games, and is to air on October 2nd as a special broadcast. The show features Red as he starts his journey and battles his rival Green, and the Gym Leader Brock. Click the image to go to our dedicated page

New Footage

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In The TCG Department

Pok�mon TCG X & Y - Pok�mon Game Show Reveals

The Pok�mon Game Show is about to begin in Japan and promotional material from those there has already begun to reveal new information. First off, is TCG news. It appears that within the TCG later this year, it is confirmed that Fairy-type Pok�mon are to have their own special Energy within the TCG, as symbolised by the image to the right. This follows on from the addition of the Dragon-type last year when it became the first new type in the TCG since 1999. We'll bring more details as they come

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Rumble U - Promo Kyurem Figures

Following on from the coverage of the 18 standard figures upon their release in Japan, I have continued to work on the NFC features for the recent game, Pok�mon Rumble U specifically for the special edition Kyurem. First, I've added the base stats to the Promotional Figure page. I have also updated the NFC page with details on the upgrades, and costs of those upgrades and updated the Spin-off Pok�dex with the learnable moves. Click the image to go to our section

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Rumble U - Second Password

The next European Pok�mon Rumble U password has been revealed. This password unlocks a special Bulbasaur with the ability Gift, Power of 1000 and the moves Razor Leaf and SolarBeam. This Pok�mon is unlocked by the password 08040585. We'll bring more passwords as time progresses

Until Next Time, See Ya

Thursday: Pok�mon Rumble U - EU Release + UK Figures + Character Biography

15-08-2013 07:50 BST / 02:50 EDT by Serebii

Be sure to check the past few updates for more XY screenshots and trailer. This update may be updated throughout the day. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With the news of Pok�mon X & Y, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of the amazing showcase and speculation over contents while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for people to hunt down the new Dream World Pok�mon for trade and to battle other trainers so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 18:30 BST
Edit @ 11:25: Character Biography | Edit @ 12:00: Rumble U | Edit @ 13:10: Episode Pictures | Edit @ 15:41: Rumble U Password

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Rumble U

For those of you in Europe, Pok�mon Rumble U is now available on the eShop through eShop Download Codes, and will be available shortly throughout the eShop itself. This game is the latest in the Pok�mon Rumble series and includes various new and returning features like multiplayer and NFC Figures. Back in April, we covered this game in full including Location Listings which contain details on every stage, including challenges, and Complete Pok�mon Listings, plus our Spin-off Pok�dex. Check our section for full coverage

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Rumble U

Ahead of its release in Europe today, the UK retailer GAME has announced that they will sell the figures for �3.99 each. This confirms that all 18 figures match the ones in Japan and that there are the three shiny figures of Pikachu, Genesect and Eevee. In addition to this, GAME have announced a special edition of the game for sale for �19.99 which includes a poster, a figure and a special bonus Black Kyurem or White Kyurem figure. We'll provide full details on the game later today
Edit @ 18:30: It has also been revealed that Gamestop will be providing the Black Kyurem or White Kyurem figures in the USA if you purchase the game from them

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Rumble U - First Password

The first European Pok�mon Rumble U password has been revealed. This password unlocks a special Samurott with the ability Gift, Power of 1000 and the moves Ice Beam and Hydro Cannon. This Pok�mon is unlocked by the password 87818558. We'll bring more passwords as time progresses

Noivern Appears! The Legend of the Comet & the Hero!!

In The Anime Department

Pok�mon Black & White - Episode Pictures

As usual, I have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode features Ash & Co. climbing a mountain to view a spectacular comet, only to be disrupted by Team Rocket. The Anim�Dex has been updated with the massive contents of this episode. Click the picture to go to the gallery but be warned however as they contain spoilers;

In The Anime Department

Pok�mon Best Wishes - Character Biography

Following on from the episode that just aired in Japan, I have been able to create a biography for the character from the Kalos region, Alexa. Be warned as this biography includes spoilers. Click the image to go to the biography

Until Next Time, See Ya

Wednesday: Pok�mon X & Y Global Link + Tretta Lab Downloads

14-08-2013 08:23 BST / 03:23 EDT by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Pok�mon Global Link

Recently, the official site has updated with the full look at the upcoming Pok�mon Global Link that was previously on the notice site, following on from the look at the timeline that we previously had. This appearance showcases the various new features of the Pok�mon Global Link, including photos, a timeline and details of various battles. It changes in colour between Pok�mon X & Pok�mon Y.
In this statement, it showcases a Battle Competition called the Kalos Cup and states all participants get a special Pikachu. It's unclear if this will actually exist within the Global Link when it opens

Pok�mon X & Y Global Link

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Tretta Lab - Download

The recently released utility, Pok�mon Tretta Lab for Nintendo 3DS has brought out its first downloadable update. This update has included further data on various Promotional Tretta in order for them to be scanned at a later point. This download can be initiated when you boot up the game, or automatically via SpotPass
I also create a page detailing the Tretta List

Until Next Time, See Ya

Monday: Pok�mon X & Y - Demo + Pok�mon Tretta Lab Coverage

12-08-2013 06:10 BST / 01:10 EDT by Serebii

Be sure to check yesterday's update for more XY screenshots and trailer. This update will be updated throughout the day. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With the news of Pok�mon X & Y, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of the amazing showcase and speculation over contents while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for people to hunt down the new Dream World Pok�mon for trade and to battle other trainers so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 15:01 BST
Edit @ 08:15: Soundtrack details | Edit @ 12:28: Tretta Lab

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Japanese Experience Events

Following on from the game demo at Pok�mon Game Show this coming weekend in Japan, and the demo in Gamescom in Germany next week, The Pok�mon Company has announced even more experience events, and also confirmed that the demo will focus upon Mega Evolution. On August 20th and 21st, the games will be playable in Aeon Malls in Ishinomaki, South Niigata, Kasukabe, Dainichi and Lake Town Mori. On August 24th and 25th, it'll be playable in the Aeon Malls in Hassamu Sapporo, Fujinomiya, Takanohara, Kurashiki and Haebary. Finally, on August 31st and September 1st, it'll be playable at the Aeon Mall Musashi Murayama in Tokyo, and the Aeon Mall in Fukuoka. We'll provide details on this demo this weekend

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Pok�mon X & Y - Soundtrack Details

The full details on the upcoming Pok�mon X & Y soundtrack have been revealed. While it's to be released on iTunes in the west, Japan is also getting a retail release on November 13th 2013 for 2625 Yen. The CD has 212 tracks that last for over 3 and a half hours. It, and the 3DS, are said to deliver sharper, higher quality, more realistic sound. It comes with a 28 page book with details on development and background on the tracks. It also has some special bonus tracks

Pok�mon X & Y Soundtrack

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Pok�mon Tretta Lab

The new utility, Pok�mon Tretta Lab for Nintendo 3DS came out this weekend in Japan and we have finally got out hands on a copy. As such, our coverage has begun. As this is a small companion utility to the arcade game, there's not too much to cover but we'll be making sections about each part of the game over the next day or so, so keep checking back
12:56: The game will receive new information through SpotPass to contain data for new sets and new promo Trettas as time progresses. We'll notify you whenever there's a new set
14:14: Created a page detailing Game Modes
15:01: Create a page detailing SpotPass Features

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Sunday: Pok�mon X & Y + Pok�mon of the Week

11-08-2013 13:00 BST / 08:00 EDT by Serebii

Be sure to check the past few updates for some mega news. There's more to come over the next few days so keep checking back. This update will be updated throughout the day. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With the news of Pok�mon X & Y, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of the amazing showcase and speculation over contents while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for people to hunt down the new Dream World Pok�mon for trade and to battle other trainers so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 02:12 BST
Edit @ 02:12: Pok�mon X & Y Screenshots

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Pok�mon X & Y - English Names & Screenshots

Following their reveal over the last few days, The Pok�mon Company has sent out a press release giving even more Mega Evolutions their details. This specifically focuses upon Mega Ampharos, Mega Absol &Mega Mawile. It also reveals that Mega Mawile's Defense and Special Defense stats are increase. All details have been added to our Mega Evolutions page. Many new screenshots were also released and have been added to our pre-release screenshot page. Click the image to go to the page.
They have also revealed that the 2014 World Championships will be held in Washington D.C. Finally, it confirms that the Torchic distribution will run until the same day as in Japan, January 15th 2014

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Who's That Pok�mon

Today marks the one hundred & thirty-sixth entry into the Generation V competitive field with a Hoenn Pok�mon. These entries are created by the visitors for the visitors and then compiled by our writers Miror & Tai. To get involved, Click here for the discussion forum.
Today, we are covering a Pok�mon introduced in the third generation. The world's laziest Pok�mon. When it is lounging, it is actually saving energy for striking back. This Pok�mon lives lying on its side. It only rolls over and moves when there is no more grass to eat.It moves to another spot when there's no food left within its reach. So here it is, the one hundred & thirty-sixth entry, Slaking.

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Saturday: Pok�mon X & Y Mega Evolution Details + Mega Kangaskhan

10-08-2013 12:45 BST / 07:45 EDT by Serebii

Be sure to check the previous updates. There's more to come over the next few days so keep checking back. This update will be updated throughout the day. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With the news of Pok�mon X & Y, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of the amazing showcase and speculation over contents while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for people to hunt down the new Dream World Pok�mon for trade and to battle other trainers so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 18:05 BST

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Mega Evolution Clarification

With the official Japanese site update, a small note came out regarding further clarification on the Mega Evolutions. Within this site, it details that with Mega Evolutions, you can only have one Mega Evolution Pok�mon in battle. It's not known whether it's talking about all of the battle, or just within your team. This is presumably to allow for a specific balance in the Pok�mon. It also clarifies that the Pok�mon will revert after the battle has ended, not within it itself when the battle finishes. We're still not 100% on the specifics of this new process, but we'll keep you updated as more information comes
Edit @ 17:14: During the VGC Opening Ceremony, Junichi Masuda revealed a new Mega Pok�mon, Mega Kangaskhan which has the baby Kangaskhan grow and come out of battle. It has the ability Parental Bond that allows its attacks to hit twice in one turn. We'll have pictures and details as soon as possible. Picture thanks to @pklug on Twitter
Edit @ 18:05: It has also been confirmed that the Pok�mon X & Y soundtrack will be available worldwide in November 2013 on iTunes

Pok�mon Mega Kangaskhan

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Friday: Pok�mon X & Y Official Screenshots + CoroCoro

09-08-2013 05:00 BST / 00:00 EDT by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - English Names & Screenshots

Following their reveal in CoroCoro yesterday, The Pok�mon Company has now announced the US names of the latest Pok�mon and features. First, the Mega Evolutions; MegaMewtwo, MegaBlaziken, MegaAmpharos, MegaMawile, MegaLucario and MegaAbsol retain their Japanese names. Lucario needs an item called Lucarionite
First, the rabbit Pok�mon Horubii is to be called Bunnelby . Its new special ability, Cheek Pouches, has the name of Cheek Pouch. If a Pok�mon with this Ability eats a Berry during battle, it will not only reap the benefit from the Berry, but the Pok�mon will also be able to regain HP.
Next, the Electric/Fairy-type Pok�mon Dedenne will be known as Dedenne . It Nuzzle, which looks cute as the user nuzzles up to a target with its cheeks fully charged, but it�s quite dangerous! Nuzzle will do damage while paralyzing the opponent.
Finally, the pre-evolution of Gogoat, Meekuru will be known as Skiddo. It is rideable in the field
Next, the Gym Leader Koruni will be known in English as Korrina. She is the Gym Leader in Shalour City where the Tower of Mastery is
The Torchic distribution is also confirmed for North America and Europe
Super Training or S.T. is being introduced in Pok�mon X and Pok�mon Y, allowing players to help their Pok�mon grow stronger when they�re not in battle. On the Touch Screen of the Nintendo 3DS system, players can have their Pok�mon participate in Super Training, activities that will increase a Pok�mon�s Effort Values, the underlying values that define its HP, Attack, Defense, Sp. Atk, Sp. Def, and Speed stats.
One Super Training activity involves having Pok�mon train by facing huge Pok�mon-shaped Balloon Bots in a virtual space, with both sides trying to shoot balls into the opponent�s goal. Using the Circle Pad and Touch Screen to avoid shots from the Balloon Bots while landing their own in the goal, players will enjoy this action-packed feature while increasing their Pok�mon�s Effort Values to help them become stronger for battle.
For a more casual way to help Pok�mon strengthen their Effort Values, Core Training lets players set up training bags, earned by completing Super-Training Regimens, for Pok�mon in their party to use. Pok�mon will work on Core Training by themselves, raising their stats on their own. By tapping on the Touch Screen during a Core Training session, players can help their Pok�mon increase their Effort Values, too. Players will be able to see how their Pok�mon are doing at their Core Training at any time from the main Super Training screen.
EVs can now be tracked by an Effort o Meter which shows the progress of the Pok�mon and the amount in can still have
14:37: Updated the New Pok�mon Page and Mega Evolutions page
14:49: Updated the Gym Leader Page and created a page for Event Pok�mon
15:03: Created a page for Super Training
15:14: Updated the page on the Kalos Region

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Pok�mon - CoroCoro Reveals

Following yesterdays reveal of the new Pok�mon, and the Mega Evolutions, some clear images have surfaced which showcase some of these Pok�mon in battle. It also provides a few further bits of information. First, Pok�mon can only Mega Evolve when they are holding a Mega Stone. Mega Stones are a type of item like Evolutionary Stones and include specific items such as the Blazikenite that the event Torchic holds. The Blazikenite is not found within normal gameplay. It also confirms that Mega Evolutions are temporary, being only in battle.
It confirms that not all Pok�mon will have Mega Evolutions. The Master Tower has a connection to Mega Evolutions
It also confirms stat increases, stating that MegaLucario's Attack is higher. MegaAbsol has increased Attack & Speed.
We also can confirm that Meekuru has the ability Sap Sipper. Finally, it also confirms that Super Training will increase Pok�mon's "Kiso" Points. This is what EVs are commonly called in Japan.
05:33: Next month's CoroCoro to feature new Pok�mon, new Mega Evolutions and type chart featuring the Fairy-type

Pok�mon Pok�mon

Pok�mon Pok�mon

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Thursday: Pok�mon X & Y CoroCoro + Gamescom Demo + Rumble U + Tretta Lab - New Details + Mewtwo Special on 3DS

08-08-2013 07:00 BST / 02:00 EDT by Serebii

CoroCoro is due any day now so keep checking backThis update may be updated throughout the day. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With the news of Pok�mon X & Y, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of the amazing showcase and speculation over contents while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for people to hunt down the new Dream World Pok�mon for trade and to battle other trainers so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 22:44 BST
Edit @ 12:15: Episode Titles | Edit @ 14:10: Gamescom Demo | Edit @ 15:33: CoroCoro | Edit @ 22:44: Rumble U European Figures

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Pok�mon - CoroCoro Reveals

The next batch of CoroCoro information has been posted to Japanese forums and this batch showcases more information on the upcoming games Pok�mon X & Y. We're currently in the process of translating, with thanks to my good friend StreetsAhead, so keep checking back. Edit @ 16:30: This is all confirmed thanks to CoroCoro's cover
First off are various "Mega" forms of various Pok�mon, specifically MegaBlaziken, MegaAbsol, MegaMawile, MegaMewtwo, MegaLucario and MegaAmpharos. They're all called "Mega". MegaMawile is Steel/Fairy-type, as is normal Mawile now. MegaMawile has the ability Huge Power. MegaBlaziken has Speed Boost. MegaLucario has Adaptability. MegaAbsol has the ability Magic Bounce. MegaMewtwo has the ability Insomnia. MegaAmpharos is Electric/Dragon and has the ability Mold Breaker
They "evolve" through a process called "Mega Evolution"
Pre-evolution of Gogoat is called Meekuru (メェークル). It is a Grass-type. It is 0.9m and 31.0kg
We have an Electric/Fairy-type called Dedenne (デデンネ). It is 0.2m and 2.2kg. It is the Antenna Pok�mon and has the abilities Pick Up or the new ability Cheek Pouches
The Rabbit is a Normal-type called Horubii (ホルビー). It is 0.4m and 5.0kg. It is the Digging Pok�mon and also has the abilities Pick Up or Cheek Pouches
The Super Training facility is also showcased
A new character is shown called Koruni. She is a Gym Leader and holds the key to understanding Mega Evolutions
16:18: First event for Pok�mon X & Y. Torchic to be distributed from October 12th to January 15th. Hold a new item called Blaziken Knight (possibly Blazikenite) and has its Hidden Ability of Speed Boost. Can eventually become MegaBlaziken. It's also mentioned to utilise something called a Mega Stone
Edit @ 17:44: Updated the New Pok�mon Page and created a page about Mega Evolutions

Pok�mon - Three New Pok�mon Pok�mon - Mega Pok�mon

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CoroCoro Cover

In The Games Department

Pok�mon - Gamescom Demo

It has been revealed that the upcoming game show, Gamescom in Cologne, Germany, will feature a special playable demo of Pok�mon X & Pok�mon Y. It's not currently known what the demo contains, but it will likely be a translated version of the demo that will be in the Pok�mon Game Show in Japan next week. The Gamescom demo will be playable from the 21st to 25th of August.

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Rumble U

Following the revelation of the exclusion of NFC figures for Europe in Pok�mon Rumble U, it has now been announced through my good friend Filb that the figures are region free. As such, the figures from the Japanese version are perfectly useable within Pok�mon Rumble U's European version. We'll provide more details on this game as its localisation nears

In The Games Department

Pok�mon - Mewtwo: The Prologue to Awakening

For those of you with a Japanese 3DS, to celebrate the release of the dedicate Hulu app on the eShop, the eShop has updated to included the first 12 minutes of the recent anime special, Mewtwo - The Prologue to Awakening, free for everyone to view on the eShop. The rest of the episode can be seen through the Hulu app which requires payment and is geographically locked based on IP.

In The Anime Department

Pok�mon Best Wishes Season 2

The official TV Tokyo site has revealed two brand new episode titles. These episodes are due to air on September 5th and September 12th respectively.
Episode 800: Emolga Joins Team Rocket!
Episode 801: Cilan VS The Ice Challenger! The Crisis at Striation Gym!!

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Tuesday: Pok�mon Rumble U - Localisation Details

06-08-2013 22:20 BST / 17:20 EDT by Serebii

Be sure to check the past updates. This update may be updated throughout the day. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With the news of Pok�mon X & Y, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of the amazing showcase and speculation over contents while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for people to hunt down the new Dream World Pok�mon for trade and to battle other trainers so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 22:20 BST

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Rumble U

Following its reveal for US and European launch last month, we now have confirmation that, as with Japan, there will be some secret figures released for Pok�mon Rumble U within the usual batch. It's currently unknown if these secret figures will match the three that have been in the Japanese sets, a shiny Pikachu, Eevee and Genesect. As noted before, the figures will be sold in North America at Gamestop. The official site, however, lacks NFC listings for Europe at this time.
It also confirms that any Smart Card, such as transit passes and other NFC cards, will work in this game outside of Japan and will provide random Pok�mon to aid you in your journey. We'll provide full localisation details on this game upon its release in Europe next week

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Monday: Pok�mon TCG - Plasma Blast

05-08-2013 12:27 BST / 07:27 EDT by Serebii

In The TCG Department

Pok�mon Black & White - Plasma Blast

The latest set based upon the games; Pok�mon Black2 & White 2 is released next week and SkittyOnWailord has kindly scanned his collection from the pre-release this past week. Not all cards have images yet, but we'll add them as soon as we can. This set features the majority of cards from the Japanese Megalo Cannon set. As such, I have added them to the database. I have updated the CardDex with the cards from these sets. Click the image to go to our Black & White: Plasma Blast page

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Sunday: Pok�mon of the Week

04-08-2013 13:00 BST / 08:00 EDT by Serebii

In The Pok�mon of the Week Department

Who's That Pok�mon

Today marks the one hundred & thirty-fifth entry into the Generation V competitive field with a Kanto Pok�mon. These entries are created by the visitors for the visitors and then compiled by our writers Miror & Tai. To get involved, Click here for the discussion forum.
Today, we are covering a Pok�mon introduced in the first generation. At the center of its body is a red core, which sends mysterious radio signals into the night sky. The middle section of its body is called the core. It glows in a different color each time it is seen. Regardless of the environment it lives in, its body grows to form a symmetrical geometric shape. Its core shines in many colors and sends radio signals into space to communicate with something. So here it is, the one hundred & thirty-fifth entry, Starmie.

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Friday: Pok�mon -X & Y - Download Size + Shiny Legend Event in Australia

02-08-2013 05:58 BST / 00:58 EDT by Serebii

Be sure to check the past update. This update will be updated throughout the day. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With the news of Pok�mon X & Y, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of the amazing showcase and speculation over contents while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for people to hunt down the new Dream World Pok�mon for trade and to battle other trainers so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 16:00 BST
Edit @ 06:05: X & Y Download Size | Edit @ 06:10: Anime Event details

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Download Card & File Size

It has been announced that the games Pok�mon X & Y will both be distributed via a special download card in various retail stores across Japan in addition to the standard release as both cartridges and directly on the eShop. This follows on from various previous games on the Nintendo 3DS and Wii U. However, these download cards have confirmed how much space is required on the SD card in order to play it. You need to have at least 1.7GB, approximately 14,000 blocks, of space on your SD card to download the game. It's also confirmed that you'll be unable to have two games communicate on the same system should both be downloaded
Edit @ 16:00: In addition to this, the full box art for the Xerneas & Yveltal Blue 3DS LLs has been released. This 3DS LL comes in two varieties, both with a game pre-installed, but allowing you to be sure which one you purchase.

Pok�mon XY 3DS LL Box

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Pok�mon Black, White, Black 2 & White 2 - Anime Event

Following their reveal last week, the official site has published the various details for the upcoming anime event. This event, distributed at Pok�mon Centers across Japan from August 10th to September 6th, allows for you to download some Pok�mon based upon the Pok�mon in the anime. First is Ash's Pikachu. This Pikachu is Level 50 and has the moves Thunderbolt, Quick Attack, Iron Tail and ElectroBall. Iris' Axew is Level 30 and has the moves Dragon Rage, Scratch, Outrage and Giga Impace. Cilan's Pansage is Level 30 and has the moves Seed Bomb, Solar Beam, Rock Tomb and Dig. Oak's Rotom is Level 10 and has the moves Uproar, Astonish, Trick and Volt Switch. The Event Database has been updated with these events

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Black 2 & White 2 - Shiny Dialga Event

For those in Australia and New Zealand, the new event has been revealed to be distributed in participating EB Games and JB Hi-Fi Stores. This event is to run from August 30th 2013 to September 12th 2013 and is to offer a download of a Shiny Dialga. On September 13th to September 26th, a Shiny Palkia will be distributed and from September 27th to October 11th, a shiny Giratina will be distributed. The Event Database has been updated with these events

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Thursday: Pok�mon Best Wishes - Episode Pictures + Character Biography

01-08-2013 11:22 BST / 06:22 EDT by Serebii

In The Anime Department

Pok�mon Black & White - Episode Pictures

As usual, I have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode features Ash & Co. meeting up with the Blackthorn City Gym Leader, Clair, who is hunting for a shiny Druddigon. The Anim�Dex has been updated with the massive contents of this episode. Click the picture to go to the gallery but be warned however as they contain spoilers;

In The Anime Department

Pok�mon Best Wishes - Character Biography

Following on from the episode that just aired in Japan, I have been able to update the biography for the Blackthorn City Gym Leader, Clair with several new Pok�mon based on her re-appearance. Be warned as this biography includes spoilers. Click the image to go to the biography

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