December 2013 News

Tuesday: Pok�mon X & Y & Pok�mon Bank Coverage Day 8

31-12-2013 12:13 GMT / 07:13 EST by Serebii

We are close to being done with the X & Y Pok�dex, providing all moves for all Pok�mon. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With X & Y out for over a month, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of their playthrough while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles, trades and Friend Safari hunting, 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: 15:35 GMT

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Bank - Coverage Day 7

The coverage of Pok�mon Bank and its effects in Pok�mon X & Y are slowly coming to a close with the Pok�dex nearing completion and the site's sections all complete with all unlocked features.
As a reminder: As reported yesterday, Pok�mon Bank has been delayed in North America, Europe and Oceania. It has also been removed from the eShop in Japan but if already downloaded, it will still work. We'll bring details on its release as they come
12:13: Created a page on Storage Features & Restrictions
15:35: Updated the Pok�mon Bank Features page to give full details on all the search criteria, including the Pok�dexes from all accessible generations

Until Next Time, See Ya

Monday: Pok�mon X & Y & Pok�mon Bank Coverage Day 7 + Pok� Transporter Japanese eShop Addition

30-12-2013 08:27 GMT / 03:27 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Bank - Coverage Day 7

The coverage of Pok�mon Bank and its effects in Pok�mon X & Y are slowly coming to a close with the Pok�dex nearing completion and the site's sections all complete with all unlocked features.
As a reminder: As reported yesterday, Pok�mon Bank has been delayed in North America, Europe and Oceania. It has also been removed from the eShop in Japan but if already downloaded, it will still work. We'll bring details on its release as they come
11:21: Updated the X & Y Pok�dex with all the pre-evolution moves and transfer only moves of the various Pok�mon that were previously unobtainable
12:25: Added the in-game Pok�dex entries to the X & Y Pok�dex
14:31: Updated the Egg Chains part of the Pok�dex to go further back with compatibility for moves that have previously been Tutor moves in previous generations
16:27: Done various bugfixes and additions to the Pok�dex

In The Games Department

Pok� Transporter - eShop Addition

For those of you with Japanese 3DS console who managed to download Pok�mon Bank before it was removed after a day, the companion utility, Pok� Transporter, has been re-added to the Nintendo 3DS eShop, after it potentially being inaccessible over the past few days. This utility is accessed through the Pok�mon Bank software which sends you to the eShop page, and cannot be found on the eShop without it. Pok�mon Bank itself is still unavailable in all regions, with Nintendo recommending you register a Nintendo Network ID on your 3DS console ahead of its re-release. We'll bring more details on its worldwide release dates as they come

Until Next Time, See Ya

Sunday: Pok�mon X & Y & Pok�mon Bank Coverage Day 6 + Pok�mon of the Week

29-12-2013 09:58 GMT / 04:58 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Bank - Coverage Day 6

The coverage of Pok�mon Bank and its effects in Pok�mon X & Y are slowly coming to a close with the Pok�dex nearing completion and the site's sections all complete with all unlocked features.
As a reminder: As reported yesterday, Pok�mon Bank has been delayed in North America, Europe and Oceania. It has also been removed from the eShop in Japan but if already downloaded, it will still work. We'll bring details on its release as they come
09:58: Updated the X & Y Pok�dex, X & Y Attackdex & the New Egg Moves page with the Egg Moves of the previously unobtainable Generation V Pok�mon
17:24: Updated with various other Egg Moves for Gen V Pok�mon

In The Pok�mon of the Week Department

Who's That Pok�mon

Today marks the ninth entry into the Generation VI competitive field with a Kanto Pok�mon. These entries are created by the visitors for the visitors and then compiled by our writer BlueHarvest & KingTorterra. To get involved, Click here for the discussion forum
Today, we are covering a Pok�mon introduced in the first generation. Emanations from its fingertips solidify the air into invisible walls that repel even harsh attacks. It is adept at conning people. It is said to be able to create walls out of thin air by miming.It shapes an invisible wall in midair by minutely vibrating its fingertips to stop molecules in the air.It is a pantomime expert that can create invisible but solid walls using miming gestures. A skilled mime from birth, it gains the ability to create invisible objects as it matures. Its fingertips emit a peculiar force field that hardens air to create an actual wall. So here it is, the ninth entry, Mr. Mime.

Until Next Time, See Ya

Saturday: Pok�mon X & Y & Pok�mon Bank Coverage Day 5

28-12-2013 07:44 GMT / 02:44 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Bank - Coverage Day 4

Continuing from yesterday, we are covering Pok�mon Bank and its features in X & Y. As usual, I'll be posting the main focal points here, while more in-depth details go on the discovery thread on the forums, which will likely have more screenshots of various currently unobtainable Pok�mon. We'll be updating with any pertinent information from this app and its relation to Pok�mon X & Y, including if there are any special unlocks, and we'll get to work on updating the Pok�dex and various other site sections as soon as we can
As a reminder: As reported yesterday, Pok�mon Bank has been delayed in North America, Europe and Oceania. It has also been removed from the eShop in Japan but if already downloaded, it will still work. We'll bring details on its release as they come
07:43: Updated the X & Y Pok�dex & the New Egg Moves page with more previously unobtainable Egg Moves for Pok�mon from Generation III
12:01: Updated the X & Y Pok�dex & X & Y Attackdex with the Egg Moves of the previously unobtainable Generation IV Pok�mon
17:13: Added more previously unavailable Egg Moves for Gen IV Pok�mon

Until Next Time, See Ya

Friday: Pok�mon X & Y & Pok�mon Bank Coverage Day 4

27-12-2013 09:00 GMT / 04:00 EST by Serebii

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays to all! We have a busy week ahead so be sure to keep checking back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With X & Y out for over a month, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of their playthrough while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles, trades and Friend Safari hunting, 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: 20:03 GMT
Edit @ 14:00: Manga

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Bank - Coverage Day 4

Continuing from yesterday, we are covering Pok�mon Bank and its features in X & Y. As usual, I'll be posting the main focal points here, while more in-depth details go on the discovery thread on the forums, which will likely have more screenshots of various currently unobtainable Pok�mon. We'll be updating with any pertinent information from this app and its relation to Pok�mon X & Y, including if there are any special unlocks, and we'll get to work on updating the Pok�dex and various other site sections as soon as we can
As a reminder: As reported yesterday, Pok�mon Bank has been delayed in North America, Europe and Oceania. It has also been removed from the eShop in Japan but if already downloaded, it will still work. We'll bring details on its release as they come
09:00: I have updated the X & Y Pok�dex with the Egg Moves of the unobtainable Pok�mon from Generation I. In addition to that, a few other Gen I Pok�mon have had their Egg Moves updated
09:40: I have also updated the X & Y Pok�dex to list further details on if the Hidden Ability of a Pok�mon is available and if it requires transfer or not
11:56: Updated the New Egg Moves page with the above. It will be updated whenever we add more
12:49: Updated the X & Y Pok�dex with the Egg Moves of the unobtainable Pok�mon and Egg Moves that were previously unobtainble from Generation II
20:03: Updated the X & Y Pok�dex with more of the Egg Moves of the unobtainable Pok�mon and Egg Moves that were previously unobtainble from Generation III and some more for Generation I & II

In The Manga Department

Pocket Monsters Special Volume 48

The new volume of the Pocket Monsters Special manga came out recently in Japan and as usual, Coronis has kindly taken time to transcribe each chapter of the new volume. This volume feature the continuation of the Black & White Saga and focus on Black & White as they travel through the Unova region. Click the picture to go to the respective page.

Until Next Time, See Ya

Thursday: Pok�mon X & Y & Pok�mon Bank Coverage Day 3 + Pok�mon Bank Removal & Possible Delay

26-12-2013 08:40 GMT / 03:40 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Bank - eShop Removal & Possible Delay

Nintendo have announced that they have temporarily removed Pok�mon Bank from the Nintendo 3DS eShop. This is following the massive influx of users on both Nintendo 3DS and Wii U coming on Christmas, plus the addition of Pok�mon Bank causing the Nintendo Network to drive to a halt. This means users cannot download it anymore and currently cannot access the features of the game.. It is currently unclear when Pok�mon Bank and Pok� Transporter will return, or if the western release is delayed. They have made it clear that the 30 day trial for previously registered users will restart when it returns.
Edit @ 13:14: Pok�mon Bank is now listed with a release of TBD (To Be Decided) on the North American and European eShops. We'll bring details on this as soon as we can

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Bank - Coverage Day 3

Continuing from yesterday, as Pok�mon Bank is now available on the Japanese eShop for the Nintendo 3DS, we are covering Pok�mon Bank and its features in X & Y. As usual, I'll be posting the main focal points here, while more in-depth details go on the discovery thread on the forums, which will likely have more screenshots of various currently unobtainable Pok�mon. We'll be updating with any pertinent information from this app and its relation to Pok�mon X & Y, including if there are any special unlocks, and we'll get to work on updating the Pok�dex and various other site sections as soon as we can
08:40: I have updated the X & Y Pok�dex and X & Y AttackDex with Level up moves up to Gen IV. Like before, there is a little bit of extrapolation for Pok�mon for legendary Pok�mon where we couldn't get a low level based on past instances. As before, this is human entered so if there's any errors, let me know. We will hopefully have Gen V up soon
09:16: Updated the Holo Caster page with more Holo Caster news bulletins
11:50: Updated the Sky Battles page with the unobtainable eligible Pok�mon
15:25: Created a page on the Pok�mon Link feature
18:47: Following on from previously, we have updated the X & Y Pok�dex and X & Y AttackDex with Level up moves up to Gen V, meaning all Pok�mon will have level up moves listed now. As before, they were manually entered with a bit of haste so if you spot any errors, let me know

Until Next Time, See Ya

Wednesday: Pok�mon X & Y & Pok�mon Bank Coverage Day 2

25-12-2013 08:03 GMT / 03:03 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Bank - Coverage Day 2

Continuing from yesterday, as Pok�mon Bank is now available on the Japanese eShop for the Nintendo 3DS, we are covering Pok�mon Bank and its features in X & Y. As usual, I'll be posting the main focal points here, while more in-depth details go on the discovery thread on the forums, which will likely have more screenshots of various currently unobtainable Pok�mon. We'll be updating with any pertinent information from this app and its relation to Pok�mon X & Y, including if there are any special unlocks, and we'll get to work on updating the Pok�dex and various other site sections as soon as we can
I have added more images native to X & Y for all the Pok�mon that have been previously unobtainable to the X & Y Pok�dex as well as having retroactive inclusion in all X & Y sections including Pok�arth for Pok�mon such as Arceus, Shaymin and other Pok�mon with forms.
In addition to that, I have updated the AttackDex with all the previously unobtainable moves, learnsets to come, as well as updating the New Attacks page and Updated Attacks page with new details
08:37: If you transfer a Pok�mon from Generation III or IV into the game, and it isn't nicknamed, Pok�mon Bank will correct its name so it's not all in caps
09:30: I have updated the X & Y Pok�dex and X & Y AttackDex with all the TM moves learnable by all the previously unobtainable Pok�mon. As these were done fast and were manually entered, there may be errors so let me know if you spot any
10:33: I have updated the Pok� Transporter page with details on the restrictions that were listed last night
11:10: Updated the Pok�mon Bank Features page
11:42: Added the up to date selection screen icons to the X & Y Pok�dex and everywhere across the site
16:54: I have updated the X & Y Pok�dex and X & Y AttackDex with Level up moves up to Gen III. There is a little bit of extrapolation for Pok�mon for legendary Pok�mon where we couldn't get a low level based on past instances. As before, this is human entered so if there's any errors, let me know

Until Next Time, See Ya

Tuesday: Pok�mon X & Y & Pok�mon Bank Coverage Day 1 + Rating Battle Season 2

24-12-2013 07:48 GMT / 02:48 EST by Serebii

We have a busy week ahead so be sure to keep checking back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With X & Y out for over a month, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of their playthrough while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles, trades and Friend Safari hunting, 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: 03:13 GMT
Edit @ 23:10: Pok�mon Bank coverage begins

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Bank - Coverage Day 1

It's that time again, as Pok�mon Bank is now available on the Japanese eShop for the Nintendo 3DS. Our copies have downloaded and we are making a start on coverage. As usual, I'll be posting the main focal points here, while more in-depth details go on the discovery thread on the forums, which will likely have more screenshots of various currently unobtainable Pok�mon. We'll be updating with any pertinent information from this app and its relation to Pok�mon X & Y, including if there are any special unlocks, and we'll get to work on updating the Pok�dex and various other site sections as soon as we can
The app is a small 239 blocks to download. That's approximately 30MB. Pok� Transporter is accessed within the app to download when you manage to get to the main menu
First, I have created a page on Pok�mon Bank's special features .
23:18: You get shown details of the 30 day trial pass when you log in, and it prompts you to extend it by subscribing
23:35: Pok� Transporter is 218 blocks / 27.25MB
00:09: Pok� Transporter only gives you the option to transfer Box 1.
You get 100 Pok�Miles or 10 Battle Points for transferring a box
01:33: You can transfer partial boxes
01:49: Hiker gives you all four drives, not splitting across the versions. According to the hiker, Genesect is "rumoured" to have been found in Glittering Cave. The five meteors are irrelevant to the specific form of Deoxys. They aren't red herrings or anything. Each meteor will cycle through: Normal > Attack > Defense > Speed and loop round
01:49: Feebas has a second ability: Oblivious
02:10: Shiny Charm is the reward for completing the National Pok�dex
03:13: I have added images native to X & Y for all the Pok�mon that have been previously unobtainable to the X & Y Pok�dex as well as having retroactive inclusion in all X & Y sections including Pok�arth

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

The latest Pok�mon Global Link Battle Season has just begun. This season runs until February 24th and causes a reset in the rankings. It also contains the new set of rules for the Special Battle, where the rules now match the rules for the upcoming year's Video Game Championships where you can only use Pok�mon in the Kalos Pok�dex which have been hatched/caught in Kalos

In The Site Department

Serebii.net Advent Calendar

As we have done since 2003, this year, I have been working on an Advent Calendar. For those of you who are unfamiliar with the term, an Advent Calendar is essentially a countdown until Christmas. For the past 24 days, we have added loads of puzzles puzzles and wallpapers for you to download. Today, marks the end of the advent calendar for this year with a massive 250 word Crossword, capable of being completed in your browser rather than requiring printing. The Advent Calendar and the goods within it will remain up until January 1st so check it out and do the puzzles while you still can. Click the picture you go to our Advent Calendar.

Until Next Time, See Ya

Sunday: Pok�mon XY Coverage + Pok�mon of the Week

22-12-2013 13:00 GMT / 08:00 EST by Serebii

If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With X & Y out for over a month, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of their playthrough while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles, trades and Friend Safari hunting, 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: 14:27 GMT

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

Our coverage is coming to a close, with us compiling Shiny images to be added to the Pok�dex over the coming weeks and various updates throughout the XY section. If there's anything you wish to see me cover, feel free to contact me
14:27: Ahead of the release of Pok�mon Bank in the coming week, I have updated the Egg Chains subsection of the X & Y Pok�dex with details of possible parents of moves should that move have been a TM move or a Tutor move in Generation V

In The Pok�mon of the Week Department

Who's That Pok�mon

Today marks the eighth entry into the Generation VI competitive field with a Kalos Pok�mon. These entries are created by the visitors for the visitors and then compiled by our writer BlueHarvest & KingTorterra. To get involved, Click here for the discussion forum
Today, we are covering a Pok�mon introduced in the sixth generation. Its ice-covered body is as hard as steel. Its cumbersome frame crushes anything that stands in its way. The way several Bergmite huddle on its back makes it look like an aircraft carrier made of ice. So here it is, the eighth entry, Avalugg.

Until Next Time, See Ya

Saturday: Pok�mon X & Y Coverage

21-12-2013 11:37 GMT / 06:37 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

Our coverage is coming to a close, with us compiling Shiny images to be added to the Pok�dex over the coming weeks and various updates throughout the XY section If there's anything you wish to see me cover, feel free to contact me
11:37: Continuing on from before, I have been updating various Game Mechanic pages including the creation of a new page on Event Only Moves.
12:20: Updated the X & Y Pok�dex with more intricate and in-depth details on moves obtained in previous generations, expanding the range back even further

Until Next Time, See Ya

Friday: Pok�mon X & Y Coverage + Bank Requirements

20-12-2013 12:03 GMT / 07:03 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Bank Requirements

It has been announced by Nintendo of Japan that, before you can download Pok�mon Bank onto your Nintendo 3DS, you need to set up a Nintendo Network ID. This ID system was implemented on the Nintendo 3DS last week with the latest system update and can be the same Nintendo Network ID as registered on the Wii U. This can be done when you load up the eShop or in the System Settings of the 3DS console.

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

Our coverage is coming to a close, with us compiling Shiny images to be added to the Pok�dex over the coming weeks and various updates throughout the XY section If there's anything you wish to see me cover, feel free to contact me
12:03: Continuing on from before, I have been updating various Game Mechanic pages such as Forms among others.
14:15: Updated the Holo Caster page with the latest announcements, this time for Pok�mon Bank and various other events

Until Next Time, See Ya

Thursday: Pok�mon XY Coverage + Bank Events + Episode Pictures + Character Biography

19-12-2013 10:24 GMT / 05:24 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

Our coverage is coming to a close, with us compiling Shiny images to be added to the Pok�dex over the coming weeks and various updates throughout the XY section If there's anything you wish to see me cover, feel free to contact me
11:40: Following on from the announcement of the event yesterday, I have created a page that will detail any and all Pok�mon Bank event distributions over the years
14:53: Updated the X & Y Pok�dex with more Shiny Pok�mon

A Chase Through the Bamboo Grove! Pancham & Pangoro!!

In The Anime Department

Pok�mon XY - Episode Pictures

As usual, I have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode features Ash and Co. getting separated from their Pok�mon in an attack by Team Rocket. The Anim�Dex has been updated with the 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 XY - Character Biography

With the episode that just aired in Japan, I have been able to update Jessie's biography with a new Pok�mon that she has captured within the latest episode. Click the image to go to the biography but be warned as it contains spoilers

In The Anime Department

Pok�mon the Series: XY

It has been announced that the new Pok�mon series, Pok�mon the Series XY, is to air in the US on Cartoon Network on January 18th with the first episode of the series,with episodes running weekly.
In addition to that, it has been confirmed that the special episode, Mewtwo � Prologue to Awakening will air on January 11th

Until Next Time, See Ya

Wednesday: Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage + Nintendo Direct

18-12-2013 11:56 GMT / 06:56 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Bank - Nintendo Direct

Within today's Nintendo Direct, further details were announced for the upcoming release, Pok�mon Bank. In the Direct, it was announced that if you access Pok�mon Bank before September 30th 2014, you will receive a special Celebi. The details of this Celebi distribution are not currently known but we'll have them as soon as we get the game
Edit @ 15:22: The Celebi is Level 10 when downloaded and has Recover, Heal Bell, a new move called Hold Back, which acts like False Swipe, and Safeguard. it is downloaded by accessing the Pok�mon Link option that will appear on the main menu of Pok�mon Bank

Pok�mon Link Pok�mon Link

New Footage

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

Our coverage is coming to a close, with us compiling Shiny images to be added to the Pok�dex over the coming weeks and various updates throughout the XY section If there's anything you wish to see me cover, feel free to contact me
11:55: Ahead of the release of Pok�mon Bank next week, I have updated the Pok� Transporter page with details on the transfer process

Until Next Time, See Ya

Tuesday: Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

17-12-2013 11:45 GMT / 06:45 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

Our coverage is coming to a close, with us compiling Shiny images to be added to the Pok�dex over the coming weeks and various updates throughout the XY section If there's anything you wish to see me cover, feel free to contact me
11:45: With the new battle season beginning next week on the Global Link, I have begun a page about the varying rules of Special Battle

Until Next Time, See Ya

Monday: Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

16-12-2013 11:37 GMT / 06:37 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

Our coverage is coming to a close, with us compiling Shiny images to be added to the Pok�dex over the coming weeks and various updates throughout the XY section If there's anything you wish to see me cover, feel free to contact me
11:37: As many have requested, I have created a page onRock Smash & Trash Cans, detailing all the items and Pok�mon obtained from them

Until Next Time, See Ya

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

15-12-2013 11:16 GMT / 06:16 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

Our coverage is coming to a close, with us compiling Shiny images to be added to the Pok�dex over the coming weeks and various updates throughout the XY section If there's anything you wish to see me cover, feel free to contact me
11:16: Continuing on from before, I have been updating various Game Mechanic pages such as Gender, Pok�Rus and Hidden Power among others.

In The Pok�mon of the Week Department

Who's That Pok�mon

Today marks the seventh entry into the Generation VI competitive field with a Unova Pok�mon. These entries are created by the visitors for the visitors and then compiled by our writer BlueHarvest & KingTorterra. To get involved, Click here for the discussion forum
Today, we are covering a Pok�mon introduced in the fifth generation. Groups of them beat up anything that enters their territory. Each can spit acidic liquid from its mouth. It can smash concrete blocks with its kicking attacks. The one with the biggest crest is the group leader. It pulls up its shed skin to protect itself while it kicks. The bigger the crest, the more respected it is. So here it is, the seventh entry, Scrafty.

Until Next Time, See Ya

Saturday: Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

14-12-2013 13:41 GMT / 08:41 EST by Serebii

Be sure to check yesterday's update for a lot of news If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With X & Y out for over a month, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of their playthrough while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles, trades and Friend Safari hunting, 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: 13:41 GMT

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

Our coverage is coming to a close, with us compiling Shiny images to be added to the Pok�dex over the coming weeks and various updates throughout the XY section If there's anything you wish to see me cover, feel free to contact me
13:41: Following on from the confirmation yesterday, plus confirmation in the latest guide, I have begun a page detailing Features Unlocked After Transfer.

Until Next Time, See Ya

Friday: Pok�mon X & Y - Version 1.2 Patch + Holo Caster + Pok�mon Bank Overview + Japanese Events

13-12-2013 06:00 GMT / 01:00 EST by Serebii

We'll be continually updating with content over the coming weeks so be sure to keep checking back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With X & Y out for over a month, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of their playthrough while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles, trades and Friend Safari hunting, 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: 02:17 GMT
Edit @ 16:02: Pok�mon Bank | Edit @ 02:10: Japanese Event | Edit @ 02:17: Movie Details

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Version 1.2 Patch Live

For those of you who have purchased Pok�mon X & Y, the second patch, V 1.2, is now live on the eShop. This patch fixes various exploits that allowed people to read data through data interception. This patch is required to go online and comes in at 236 blocks.
In conjunction with this patch, Rating Battles have been reactivated in the Battle Spot part of the game

Pok�mon Update Codes

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Bank - Overview Trailer

In anticipation of its release in two weeks, The Pok�mon Company has issued an overview trailer for the upcoming release, Pok�mon Bank. It confirms that you can transfer entire boxes immediately within the Pok� Transporter system that comes with it and that Pok�mon Bank has advanced search filter systems akin to the ones in the boxes on Pok�mon X & Y
You can also choose Battle Points to be earned rather than Pok�Miles in Pok�mon Bank when you deposit Pok�mon
If your annual Bank fee ends, you can still withdraw your Pok�mon for a short time, but will be lost afterwards forever. The period of time has yet to be announced.
Pok�mon Bank ignores the 3DS's region lock so all games can be read and used for depositing/withdrawing Pok�mon so if you have a US game, you can put it on a Japanese 3DS with Pok�mon Bank installed and put Pok�mon on there
Edit @ 16:21: Many new Pok�mon Bank screenshots are added to its pre-release screenshot section. Click the image to go to the page

New Footage

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Japanese Event

Following on from its release in the newly opened Pok�mon Center in Tokyo Bay, it has been announced that the recent gift of an Inkay is to be distributed in all Pok�mon Center stores across Japan from December 26th 2013 until January 26th 2014. This special Inkay knows the move Happy Hour, which can only be obtained there
In addition to that, the next wave of O Power distributions in Pok�mon Centers has been announced. From January 11th, the Pok�mon Centers will be distributing Capture Power S, Exp. Point Power S, Hatching Power S and Prize Money Power S. These special O Powers last 8 minutes each

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

Our coverage is coming to a close, with us compiling Shiny images to be added to the Pok�dex over the coming weeks and various updates throughout the XY section If there's anything you wish to see me cover, feel free to contact me
11:19: Updated the Holo Caster page with the latest announcement, this time for the Wobbuffet event

In The Anime Department

Pok�mon XY the Movie - Official Reveal

The official site has updated and has given the first clear look at the upcoming movie, Cocoon of Destruction. Not much is known about the movie still, but it is accompanied by a short, featuring the Pok�mon Klefki, called Pikachu, What Kind of Key is This?

Cocoon of Destruction Pok�mon

First Footage

Until Next Time, See Ya

Thursday: Pok�mon X & Y - CoroCoro + Episode Pictures + Character Biography + XY TCG Sets

12-12-2013 04:45 GMT / 11-12-2013 23:45 EST by Serebii

We'll be continually updating with content over the coming weeks so be sure to keep checking back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With X & Y out for over a month, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of their playthrough while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles, trades and Friend Safari hunting, 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: 15:30 GMT
Edit @ 04:52: Pok�mon Bank | Edit @ 10:25: Character Biography | Edit @ 12:05: Episode Pictures | Edit @ 14:43: New TCG Set | Edit @ 15:30: Japanese TCG set

In The Anime Department

Pok�mon - CoroCoro Reveals

The next batch of CoroCoro information has been posted to Japanese forums and this batch showcases more information. This provides details on the upcoming movie, due for release on July 19th 2014. This movie is said to feature Xerneas, Yveltal and Mega Evolutions and is called Cocoon of Destruction (破壊の繭), which could also translated as Broken Cocoon, but we can't be 100% sure until further context is given at a later point. With thanks to StreetsAhead for translation. The first trailer of this movie is expected this weekend on Pok�mon Get☆TV

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In The Games Department

Pok�mon Bank - CoroCoro Reveals

In addition to that, CoroCoro featured some details on Pok�mon Bank, due for release in two weeks. It didn't provide much new but did detail that there is a controller of the Bank system and she is Brigette, the same character as from Pok�mon Box: Ruby & Sapphire, and that you receive Pok�Miles when you transfer your Pok�mon and confirms that the Hiker in Ambrette Town and Punk Girl in Kiloude City will have special things happen when you have transferred certain Pok�mon, specifically Genesect and Kyurem respectively.

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In The Anime Department

Pok�mon XY - Episode Pictures

As usual, I have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode features Ash and Co. visiting Professor Sycamore, only to be present when he gets kidnapped by Team Rocket. The Anim�Dex has been updated with the 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 XY - Character Biography

With the episode that just aired in Japan, I have been able to update Clemont's biography with a new Pok�mon that he has captured. In addition to that, I have made a biography for the recurring character, Limone. Click the image to go to the biography but be warned as it contains spoilers

In The TCG Department

Pok�mon TCG - Collection X and Collection Y

Tomorrow in Japan, two new card sets are to be released. These sets, Collection X and Collection Y are based upon Pok�mon X & Y. As such, I have updated our extensive card database with details of the cards in this set with thanks to Guested for assistance on translations. In addition to this, I have also updated our Cardex with these Pok�mon. Click the respective image to go to the set page;

In The TCG Department

Pok�mon XY TCG - Wild Blaze

The next Japanese TCG set has been announced through retailer listings. This set, called Wild Blaze, is due for release in Japan on March 15th 2014. The full contents of this set are currently unknown. In addition, on the same day, a new Battle Deck is to be relased. This battle deck is called Mega Battle Deck 60: Mega Charizard EX. We'll bring full details on these sets as the time approaches

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Wednesday: Pok�mon XY Coverage

11-12-2013 11:05 GMT / 06:05 EST by Serebii

CoroCoro is due any day now so be sure to keep checking back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
With X & Y out for over a month, the Chatroom has been rife with discussion of their playthrough while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles, trades and Friend Safari hunting, 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.
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In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

Our coverage is coming to a close, with us compiling Shiny images to be added to the Pok�dex over the coming weeks and various updates throughout the XY section If there's anything you wish to see me cover, feel free to contact me
11:05: I have been updating various Game Mechanics pages with the XY details, including the Escape & Retreat page

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Tuesday: Pok�mon XY Coverage

10-12-2013 11:24 GMT / 06:24 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

Our coverage is coming to a close, with us compiling Shiny images to be added to the Pok�dex over the coming weeks and various updates throughout the XY section If there's anything you wish to see me cover, feel free to contact me
11:54: Continuing on from the previous instances, I have updated Pok�dex with more Shiny images. There are still more to come, and they will be added as time progresses

In The Games Department

Pok�mon FireRed & LeafGreen Soundtrack

For those of you in North America and Europe, the next wave of soundtracks has been released by The Pok�mon Company. This particular soundtrack is the Pok�mon FireRed & LeafGreen soundtrack and contains 90 tracks from the games for $11.99/�10.99/�11.99 on the iTunes platform. The Pok�mon Company has promised that the soundtracks for Ruby & Sapphire, Diamond & Pearl, HeartGold & SoulSilver, Black & White and Black 2 & White 2 are to be released within 2014.

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Monday: Pok�mon XY Coverage

09-12-2013 10:26 GMT / 05:26 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

Our coverage is coming to a close, with us compiling Shiny images to be added to the Pok�dex over the coming weeks and various updates throughout the XY section If there's anything you wish to see me cover, feel free to contact me
10:26: Updated the X & Y Pok�dex with exact levels of moves learned by legendary Pok�mon prior to the level of their capture
11:35: With the update yesterday about the Egg Moves, people have been asking what Pok�mon have received new Egg Moves between Generations 5 & 6. As such, I have created a page listing all new Egg Moves. This page will likely be updated as we catalogue the details of the currently unobtainable Pok�mon, and any compatibility with Friend Safari Pok�mon at the end of the year

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Sunday: Pok�mon XY Coverage + Pok�mon of the Week

08-12-2013 11:52 GMT / 06:52 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

Our coverage is coming to a close, with us compiling Shiny images to be added to the Pok�dex over the coming weeks and various updates throughout the XY section If there's anything you wish to see me cover, feel free to contact me
11:52: On Friday, the latest guide was released in Japan which contained a full Kalos region Pok�dex. As such, this Pok�dex includes the Egg Moves for all Pok�mon within the Kalos Pok�dex. However, this includes various Egg Moves that have not been catalogued due to the fact the potential parents that can pass the move are currently unavailable, such as Barrier on Avalugg, Drill Run on Escavalier and Tailwind on Drifblim among various others. As such, the Pok�dex has been updated with these moves

In The Pok�mon of the Week Department

Who's That Pok�mon

Today marks the fifth entry into the Generation VI competitive field with a Kanto Pok�mon. These entries are created by the visitors for the visitors and then compiled by our writer BlueHarvest & KingTorterra. To get involved, Click here for the discussion forum
Today, we are covering a Pok�mon introduced in the first generation. It is not satisfied unless it eats over 880 pounds of food every day. When it is done eating, it goes promptly to sleep. Its stomach can digest any kind of food, even if it happens to be moldy or rotten.When its belly is full, it becomes too lethargic to even lift a finger, so it is safe to bounce on its belly.What sounds like its cry may actually be its snores or the rumblings of its hungry belly. Its stomach's digestive juices can dissolve any kind of poison. It can even eat things off the ground. So here it is, the sixth entry, Snorlax.

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Saturday: Pok�mon XY Coverage

07-12-2013 11:50 GMT / 06:50 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

Our coverage is coming to a close, with us compiling Shiny images to be added to the Pok�dex over the coming weeks and various updates throughout the XY section If there's anything you wish to see me cover, feel free to contact me
11:52: Over the last couple of weeks, I have had numerous questions about how the Ability Capsule works, specifically what Pok�mon it works on and what abilities it switches to. As such, I have made a page all about the Ability Capsule, as well as updating its Itemdex Page with a full list of Pok�mon it can work on

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Friday: Pok�mon XY Coverage + Event Details + XY Movie

06-12-2013 05:09 GMT / 00:09 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

Our coverage is coming to a close, with us compiling Shiny images to be added to the Pok�dex over the coming weeks and various updates throughout the XY section If there's anything you wish to see me cover, feel free to contact me
09:19: Updated the Holo Caster page with the latest announcement, this time for the event detailed below

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Event

It has been announced that within the Pok�mon Centers across Japan, as well as Toys 'R' Us stores, several Pok�mon are to be distributed. The distribution will run from December 21st to December 26th 2013 if you win a lottery.
The first gift is a Level 25 Gengar with no hold item and the moves Psychic, Confuse Ray, Sucker Punch and Shadow Punch.
The second gift is a Scizor, also Level 25, with the ability Technician and the moves Aerial Ace, False Swipe, Agility and Fury Cutter.
Unlike previous distributions, this is done by trade with staff members where you get given a Haunter/Gengar in trade which will then evolve as soon as the trade as complete, meaning the Scyther you get traded will have a Metal Coat attached until the evolution is complete. The Event Database has been updated with details of these events.
In addition to this, if you bring Pok�mon Black, White, Black 2 or White 2 as well as Pok�mon X or Y to this event, you will be given a Serial Code to allow for the download of a Lucky Egg

In The Animy Department

Pok�mon XY Movie

It has been announced that the Japanese variety show, Pok�mon Get☆TV is to showcase the latest news on the upcoming Pok�mon movie within their Pok�mon Morning News segment in their episode on December 15th. This movie was teased at the end of the last one and is to be the first Pok�mon XY movie. No details are known for this movie, but it is highly likely the first details will come prior to that within CoroCoro. We'll provide all details as and when they come

Until Next Time, See Ya

Thursday: Pok�mon XY Episode Pictures + Character Biography

05-12-2013 10:28 GMT / 05:28 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

Our coverage is coming to a close, with us compiling Shiny images to be added to the Pok�dex over the coming weeks and various updates throughout the XY section If there's anything you wish to see me cover, feel free to contact me
13:05: I have updated the Juice Shoppe page with details on the cost of the juice and its corresponding boost

In The Anime Department

Pok�mon XY - Episode Pictures

As usual, I have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode features Ash and Co. returning to Lumiose City where the news that Clemont is the Gym Leader is revealed. The Anim�Dex has been updated with the 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 XY - Character Biography

With the episodes that just aired in Japan, I have been able to update Clemont's biography with a multitude of new Pok�mon that are in his possession. Click the image to go to the biography but be warned as it contains spoilers

Until Next Time, See Ya

Wednesday: Pok�mon X & Y Coverage + North Amercan 2DS Bundles

04-12-2013 11:49 GMT / 06:49 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

Our coverage is coming to a close, with us compiling Shiny images to be added to the Pok�dex over the coming weeks and various updates throughout the XY section If there's anything you wish to see me cover, feel free to contact me
11:49: As several have requested, since the Global Link closes in a week and transfer opens up in three weeks, I have updated the Hidden Ability page with details on the Hidden Abilities that will only be made available through transfer

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - 2DS Bundles

Previously announced for Europe, it has been confirmed that the Pok�mon X & Y 2DS bundles are also coming to North America. These bundles, released on December 6th, retail for $150 and come with Pok�mon X or Pok�mon Y pre-installed onto them. The Pok�mon X bundle with the White/Red 2DS is exclusive to Target while the Pok�mon Y bundle with the Black/Blue 3DS is exclusive to Toys 'R' Us. As with Europe, the actual 2DS hardware lacks any special aesthetic feature, and is just a standard 2DS with the game installed.

Pok�mon 2DS

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Tuesday: Pok�mon X & Y Coverage

03-12-2013 10:14 GMT / 05:14 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

In The Anime Department

Pok�mon Origins - International Release

It has been announced that the short, Eevee & Friends, released in Japan with the recent movie Genesect & The Legends Awakened, is to be on the Pok�mon TV website and app this month. From December 6th to December 15th, this special, featuring Pikachu, Eevee and Sylveon, will be available to be watched for free

Until Next Time, See Ya

Monday: Pok�mon X & Y Coverage + Generation V Global Link Reminder

02-12-2013 11:03 GMT / 06:03 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Generation V Global Link

For those of you who still play the Generation V Games, Black, White, Black 2 & White 2, the Global Link for those games is to go through the next phase of its shutdown on Tuesday December 10th. From December 10th, you'll be unable to put Pok�mon to sleep any more, and will only be able to wake up your Pok�mon one more time. This means that any of the C-Gear skins you pick will remain from that day onwards for the rest of your game. In addition to that, after you have sent the Pok�mon back for the last time, you will have no more access to any Pok�mon or Items in your Dream World so be sure to download them. Be sure to get this done as much as possible before the Global Link closes.

Until Next Time, See Ya

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

01-12-2013 08:04 GMT / 03:04 EST by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon X & Y - Coverage

Our coverage is coming to a close, with us compiling Shiny images to be added to the Pok�dex over the coming weeks and various updates throughout the XY section If there's anything you wish to see me cover, feel free to contact me
09:34: As many have requested, I have updated the Horde Page with a list of all the moves that will hit all the opponents
10:23: Updated the images of Mega Evolutions, removing the Pok�dex overlay
14:03: It is now confirmed that you can reteach event Pok�mon any special moves that they had that they have since forgotten, much like the moves known on hatching. This is only possible with Pok�mon distributed to Pok�mon X & Y.

Pok�mon X & Y - Event Move Relearner

In The Pok�mon of the Week Department

Who's That Pok�mon

Today marks the fifth entry into the Generation VI competitive field with a Johto Pok�mon. These entries are created by the visitors for the visitors and then compiled by our writer BlueHarvest & KingTorterra. To get involved, Click here for the discussion forum
Today, we are covering a Pok�mon introduced in the second generation. Its long ears are superb sensors. It can distinguish the movements of living things on riverbeds. The bubble-like pattern on its stomach helps it camouflage itself when it�s in the water. It can spend all day in water, since it can inhale and store a large volume of air. Its long ears are superb sensors. It can distinguish the movements of things in water and tell what they are. So here it is, the fifth entry, Azumarill.

In The Site Department

Serebii.net Advent Calendar

As we have done since 2003, this year I have created an Advent Calendar. For those of you who are unfamiliar with the term, an Advent Calendar is essentially a countdown until Christmas. Every day, a new puzzle and a variety of new downloads for you to enjoy. As time goes on, the puzzles get harder and the downloads get more plentiful, so be sure to check back every day. Following last year, we are doing a variety of puzzles which can be done in-browser rather than via printing. Click the picture you go to our Advent Calendar.

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