Be sure to check Sunday's massive update and be sure to check our new Event Database. I'll ammend this update with the Pokémon of the Week as soon as possible Since the new Black & White details have been out, such as the starters, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
In The Games Department
Pokémon Black & White
Following on fron Sunday's reveal of 8 brand New Pokémon bringing the total known up to 22, I have updated various pages of our Black & White section with the new information which we were provided. First, I have updated the New Attacks page with details on several brand new attacks that have been introduced. In addition to that, I have updated the New Battle Mechanics page with details on the brand new Triple Battles. Click the respective link to go to the page or click the image to go to the main section
In The Games Department
New WiFi Event - Ash's Pikachu
Within a flyer at the McDonalds restaurants in Japan, there was a note indicating that a new Wi-Fi event is going to occur in Japan following the current Goon's Scizor Wi-Fi event. This event is based upon the Pikachu that has been owned by Ash since the animé started on April 1st 1997 and can be downloaded on all Generation IV Pokémon games. It is currently unknown what its details are. This event is set to begin on July 15th 2010 and it is not currently known what day the event ends
In The TCG Department
HGSS Promos
Finally, with thanks to SkittyOnWailord for scanning his cards, we have added new cards for the Promo card set; HGSS Promos. These Promo cards are based on cards released in Japan as Promo Cards. The Cardex has also been updated with these cards. Click the picture to go to the page.
Until Next Time, See Ya
Sunday: Loads of Black & White Details, Exclusive PokéPark Reveals & Pokémon of the Week
Be sure to check yesterday's update and be sure to check our new Event Database. I'll ammend this update with the Pokémon of the Week as soon as possible Since the new Black & White details have been out, such as the starters, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
Edit @ 12:42 BST; Pokémon of the Week added | Edit @ 17:14 BST; Even more pictures added | Edit @ 23:00 BST; New Stuff from Oha Suta | Edit @ 23:42; Clearer pictures added thanks to 2ch | Edit @ 00:06; Shooter details added | Edit @ 00:09; Our friends at Filb have a video of the showcase if you wish to see.
In The Games Department
Pokémon Black & White - Oha Suta Reveal
Japanese variety show Oha Suta has shown a new trailer for Pokémon Black & White which showed a video containing a lot of new Pokémon. We'll provide pictures shortly. First we have Ononokusu (オノノクス), the mantis like Pokémon Next is Doryuuzu (ドリュウズ) a mole with a giant claw on its tail Next is Desukan (デスカーン), the sarcophagus-esque Pokémon with ghostly arms Then Denchura (デンチュラ )is shown, which appears to be a Tarantula Finally is Moguryu (モグリュー), the baby mole Pokémon seen in the below screenshot. It appears that Doryuuzu may be Moguryu's evolution. It also revealed a Grass-type attack called Grass Mixer (グラスミキサー) and one called Drill Liner (ドリルライナー). We also know of a new are called White High-Link (ホワイトのハイリンク) which has your trainer transform into what may be a multiplayer avatar and the link up with the internet we mentioned earlier this month is called the Pokémon Global Link. Its functions are still unknown
It also confirms that there are now Three on Three battles. There is also a brand new option in the battle menu in what appeared to be a trainer battle. Along with Fight, Run & Pokémon and Shooter. It is unknown what Shooter is for or what use it has. These Pokémon have been added to the new Pokémon section with the little details we know.
In The Games Department
Pokémon Black & White - Pokémon Sunday Reveals Release Date
I'm so sorry that I didn't post these last night, but we have some new images from a trailer aired in Pokémon Sunday in addition to the new character we mentioned yesterday. If you missed that update, the release date was revealed to be September 18th 2010. These images are minor but do show that the story will be more involved with the characters and also showed what looked like a gym with a roller coaster in.
Edit: Further from the Pokémon Sunday reveal, Nintendo has released four more images within a press kit for us. These include images of double battles and of a battle between Reshiram & Zekrom. We expect more details to come tonight so be sure to keep checking back. Click the picture to go to the page.
In The Games Department
Exclusive - PokéPark Attraction English Names
I am happy to exclusively reveal to you all the english names of the attractions within the upcoming game PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure. This game is coming out in Europe in just under two weeks so our european visitors should be sure to get it. As to not spoil it for those who want surprise, I've hidden them in a spoiler box. PokéPark Wii:
In addition to that, I can also reveal the names of the various Zones within the upcoming game PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure. These zones comprise the bulk of the game and will have you exploring them and assisting and battling other Pokémon within them This game is coming out in Europe in just under two weeks so our european visitors should be sure to get it. As to not spoil it for those who want surprise, I've hidden them in a spoiler box. PokéPark Wii:
Eng. Name
Jp. Name
Meadow Zone
Green Zone グリーンゾーン
Meeting Place
Gathering Area つどいのひろば
Cavern Zone
Mine Zone ケイブゾーン
Granite Zone
Stone Zone ストーンゾーン
Flower Zone
Flower Zone フラワーゾーン
Sky Pavilion
Sky Garden スカイガーデン
In The Pokémon of the Week Department
Who's That Pokémon
Once again going into the 4th Generation Competitive Battling strategies, we are covering our one-hundred & seventy-second Pokémon. Today, we are covering a Pokémon introduced within the fourth generation. It can only be female. It is said that when a woman got lost in the mountains, she turned into this Pokémon. So here it is, the one hundred & seventy-second featured Pokémon, Froslass.
Until Next Time, See Ya
Saturday: Black & White Release Date, Black & White Images & Episode Title
Be sure to check yesterday's update and be sure to check our new Event Database. Since the new Black & White details have been out, such as the starters, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
Edit @ 00:25 27-06-2010 BST; Pokémon Sunday stuff added
In The Games Department
Black & White - Pokémon Sunday Reveals Release Date
Pokémon Sunday has just been airing and has provided some brand new details about Pokémon Black & White, specifically the release date in Japan. These games are due for release in Japan on September 18th 2010. This follows the game release dates of the main games since the release of Pokémon Emerald in 2004. They also revealed this new character. It is yet unknown what his role is. We expect more details tomorrow so be sure to check back.
In The Games Department
Black & White - New Images
My good friend Dogasu has got hold of a special rental DVD to promote the upcoming movie. This DVD contained new clips from the movie and also a small segment on Black & White. This segment features a small bit of new footage showing various areas of the game including Sky Arrow Bridge, a standard route and a building. Click the picture to go to our pre-release picture page.
In The Anime Department
Dub Episode Title
The MSN TV schedule has revealed a new title for an episode. This is the episode title for the sixth episode of this season and the 631st episode total. This episode features Ash trying to train his Monferno while training against Barry. This episode is to be called Fighting Ire with Fire and is scheduled to air on the 10th of July. Click the picture for synopsis and episode pictures;
Until Next Time, See Ya
Friday: Serebii.net Event Database & Server Issues
News is now slow once more. If you missed the new Pokémon, be sure to check our New Pokémon Page. Since the new Black & White details have been out, such as the starters, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
Edit @ 22:30 BST; Server Problem detailed. Site fully functional.
In The Site Department
Serebii.net Server Problems
As you may or may not have been aware, today we have been the victim of some serious server problems in which the hard disc drive of the server unfortunately broke down. As such, we're working as fast as we can to bring the site up. At the moment, at time of writing, the bulk of the site should be easily accessible and up to date. However, there are various parts of the site that are currently running off of an old backup while we're uploading the current files. Specifically, the animé and TCG sections will be not completely up to date at the moment so please bear with us while we re-upload the content so if you see something missing, don't contact us just yet. Everything else on the site however should be up to date so you should not notice anything different.
In The Site Department
Serebii.net Event Database
For the past few years, we've had a simple event page dotted with basic details about the events of the past. This page had the details for the Pokémon but was rather hard to navigate, and to top that off, we stopped updating it last year. However, for the past couple of weeks, my good friend Dragonite & I have been hard at work on the Serebii.net Event Database. This database contains almost 600 different event entries from around the world making it a vital resource for all of you event collectors. We have a variety of different navigational methods including the ability to check the details of events by Pokémon species and by year. However, despite the amount of events, we may still be missing some so if you see that we're missing any, just let us know. Click the picture to go to the index
Until Next Time, See Ya
Thursday: New WiFi Event, Episode Pictures Character Biography & Episode Title
Should have episode pictures later today. If you missed the new Pokémon, be sure to check our New Pokémon Page. Since the new Black & White details have been out, such as the starters, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
Edit @ 11:22; Character Biograph & Episode Title Update | Edit @ 15:57; Episode Pictures added
In The Games Department
Pokémon HeartGold & SoulSilver - Jirachi Download
For those of you in America, Europe and Australasia, a new WiFi event has been announced for download this week. From Saturday June 26th 2010 to July 16th, you will be able to download a Jirachi onto your Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, HeartGold & SoulSilver. This Jirachi is identical to the ones given earlier this year in America and Australia and will give people access to the special Night Sky's Edge Pokéwalker course. This Pokéwalker route contains many moon based Pokémon and has some rare items. Be sure to download it while you still can. Click the picture to go to our Pokéwalker page for more details
In The Animé Department
Episode Pictures
As usual, I have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode features Ash deciding to call on his reserves in order to prepare a strategy for the Sinnoh League. However, on transport, Team Rocket manages to kidnap them, but the Pokémon soon get lost. The AniméDex has been updated with the vast contents of this episode. Click the picture to go to the gallery but be warned however as they contain spoilers;
In The Animé Department
Character Biography
With the latest episode of the anime having just aired in Japan, I have been able to update the character biography for another character with a brand new Pokémon. This update focuses upon Ash and abrand new Pokémon of his. Be warned though as thus biography contain major spoilers. Click the respective picture to go to the page
In The Animé Department
Japanese Episode Titles
Another new Japanese episode title has been revealed by the Monthly TV Guide for an episode scheduled to air this July in Japan. This episode features the continuation of the long awaited Sinnoh League. Further details are not yet known. This episode will air on the the 22nd of July following the TV run of last year's movie.
If you missed the new Pokémon, be sure to check our New Pokémon Page. Since the new Black & White details have been out, such as the starters, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
In The Games Department
Pokémon Black & White - Illusion Ability
The latest issue of Nintendo Dream has provided new insights into the special Illusion ability that Zoroark & Zorua both have. This ability, as we knew previously, allows for Zorua/Zoroark to be transformed into another Pokémon when sent into battle, as seen with the special event when you capture Zoroark. However, prior to now, the details of the ability were not known. We now know the details of this ability. The ability allows for Zorua & Zoroark to be in the form of the Pokémon in second place in your party at the time of it being sent out. This means that if you have say Jigglypuff in the front of your party, Zorua & Zoroark would appear in battle as a Jigglypuff. As we know from before, it keeps its Dark-type, but its appearance and name will match the Pokémon of which it has an Illusion.
In addition to those details, it provided a massive image of the Isshu region, showing more areas than the images so far. It doesn't provide new details but does show an airfield and speculates that there is an airport in the game and various places such as a theme park, windmills, ancient ruins and what they think is a blast furnace. I have added the image to our Pre-Release Picture page.
Click the picture to go to our ability page
If you missed the new Pokémon, be sure to check our New Pokémon Page. Since the new Black & White details have been out, such as the starters, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
In The Games Department
Pokémon HeartGold & SoulSilver - Winner's Path Event
For those of you in America, Europe and Australasia, this ia reminder that the WiFi event for Pokémon HeartGold & SoulSilver which allows for the download of the Winner's Path Pokéwalker route is scheduled to end this Friday. This Pokéwalker route contains many special Pokémon in it, several of them knowing moves they wouldn't normally know without breeding or even at all. Be sure to download it while you still can. Click the picture to go to our Pokéwalker page for more details
Until Next Time, See Ya
Sunday: Black & White Zoroark Clarification & Pokémon of the Week
I'll ammend this update with the Pokémon of the Week as soon as it gets sent. Be sure to check the past week of updates. If you missed the new Pokémon, be sure to check our New Pokémon Page. Since the new Black & White details have been out, such as the starters, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
Edit @ 13:34 BST; Pokémon of the Week added
In The Games Department
Black & White - Zoroark Clarification
With the new downloads of the beasts; Entei, Raikou & Suicune in Japan to tie in with the upcoming movie, further details have been revealed about the in-game Zoroark event. As we stated last month, when you bring the beasts to Black & White through the Transfer Machine, you will get access to Zoroark in an as-of-yet undisclosed location in Isshu. This battle with Zoroark has you first face against an Illusion of one of the beasts. Previously, we didn't know what causes Zoroark to change form, but a pamphlet with the download has since confirmed it.
If you send over Raikou, Zoroark will appear as Entei.
If you send over Entei, Zoroark will appear as Suicune.
If you send over Suicune, Zoroark will appear as Raikou.
It is still not currently known how Zoroark's Illusion ability will work outside of this special event. The pamphlet also further confirmed the fact that Zorua & Zoroark can only be obtained through these special events. We'll bring more as it comes.
In The Pokémon of the Week Department
Who's That Pokémon
Once again going into the 4th Generation Competitive Battling strategies, we are covering our one-hundred & seventy-first Pokémon. Today, we are covering a Pokémon introduced within the first generation. Its tail is can easily destroy a telephone pole. It can render enemies helpless with its tail. It is also part of a complex evolution family that has six Pokémon within it. So here it is, the one hundred & seventy-first featured Pokémon, Nidoking.
Until Next Time, See Ya
Friday: Black & White Images, TCG - Big Summit Clash & Pikachu Short
Be sure to check the past few updates, it has been a big week. If you missed the new Pokémon, be sure to check our New Pokémon Page. Since the new Black & White details have been out, such as the starters, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
Edit @ 10:04; Episode Title added | Edit @ 18:16; Short Pictures Added
In The Games Department
Black & White Events
The Official Site has also updated confirming CoroCoro's information that events will be held in Japan for early play of Black & White. These events are to be held from Mid-August to Early September and will provide new information as well as an opportunity for Japanese gamers to play the games. More information about these events is to be revealed next month. We'll bring more as it comes. In addition to this, I've updated the pre-release pictures with several higher quality images of the images that were released last week. Click the picture to go to the section
In The TCG Department
Big Summit Clash
The Official Site has updated with the first details of the upcoming Big Summit Clash set which is due for release in Japan next month. This set focuses on thelegends of Sinnoh & Hoenn and features LEGEND cards such as Dialga & Palkia LEGEND. In addition to that, some new Legend Promos have been revealed. I have updated our card section with these cards, with thanks to yaminokame for assisting in the translations. The Cardex has also been updated with these cards. Click the picture to go to the page
In The Animé Department
Episode Pictures
With thanks to my good friend Sunain, we now have pictures from last year's ANA Pikachu special which came out today in Japan on DVD. This short features Pikachu & Piplup getting seperated from the group while playing and having to find their way back to Ash & Dawn. The AniméDex 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 Animé Department
Japanese Episode Titles
Another new Japanese episode title has been revealed by the official site for an episode scheduled to air this July in Japan. This episode features the continuation of the long awaited Sinnoh League. Further details are not yet known. This episode will air on the the 15th of July following the TV run of last year's movie.
Episode 652: Sinnoh League Third Round! Barry VS Paul!
Until Next Time, See Ya
Thursday: Goon's Scizor WiFi Event Active & Episode Pictures
Be sure to check the past few updates, it has been a big week. Should have episode pictures later today. Since the new Black & White details have been out, such as the starters, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
Edit @ 14:37; Episode Pictures added
In The Games Department
Current WiFi Event - Goon's Scizor
For those of you with the Japanese DS games, the WiFi event for the Pokémon Scizor, based upon the character Goon's Scizor in the upcoming movie; Phantom Champion Zoroark is now active over the Nintendo WiFi Connection. This Scizor is Level 50 and is in a Cherish Ball. It has the Swarm ability, holds a Starf Berry, and the attacks; X-Scissor, Swords Dance, Iron Defence and Agility. This WiFi event will last until July 14th 2010. and does not unlock anything new in any current & future games.
In The Animé Department
Episode Pictures
As usual, I have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode features Ash& co. meeting up with Buck, the treasure hunter from Diamond, Pearl & Platinum and decide to help him find some treasure on an island. The AniméDex 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;
Be sure to check the past few updates, it has been a big week. Since the new Black & White details have been out, such as the starters, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
Edit @ 18:32; Place names confirmed.
In The Games Department
Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs US Reveal
Within Nintendo's E3 conference, they revealed the US name for Pokémon Ranger: Tracks of Light as Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs. It has been given a tentative Fall 2010 Release We extensively covered this game back in March and it also has the ability to give one of four Pokémon to your main-series Pokémon games. It also confirmed the names; Mitonga Island - Dangerous Cliff Oblivia Region - Sky Fortress
It also revealed that the Pokémon Nappers are to be called Pokémon Pinchers. Click the picture to go to our section for all the details
In The Games Department
PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure
In addition to that, they also announced at E3 the US release details of PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure. This Action/Adventure game with a dozen minigames in is due for release in America in Holiday 2010. As we reported previously this month, PokéPark Wii is getting a European release next month. We covered this game in full back in December. Click the picture to go to our PokéPark Wii section.
In The Games Department
The Nintendo 3DS
Finally, Nintendo officially showcased its its brand new handheld, the Nintendo 3DS. As mentioned before, this new handheld has screens capable of displaying the 3D illusion seen in theatres onto the handheld without the need for any special glasses. In addition to that, it is also a technically suprior handheld to the Nintendo DS & DSi, boasting greater processing power and better graphics. The top screen is a 3.5" widescreen and runs at 400*240 resolution (800*240 native for the 3D) and the bottom screen is a 4:3 3 inch screen that runs at 320*240. This is an increase over the Nintendo DS which has two 256*192 screens.
Until Next Time, See Ya
Monday: Final Black & White Information & Next Month's CoroCoro + Clear Pictures
Be sure to check the past few updates, it has been a big week and we should get crisp pictures tomorrow. E3 is tomorrow so there will be news about the currently unreleased games in the US.
Also, in the Pokédex, I have recently been made aware that we missed a few move tutor moves on a couple of dozen Pokémon which then got translated across the web. I have since rectified this and the Pokédex should now be 100% accurate. Since the new Black & White details have been out, such as the starters, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
Edit @ 16:35; Clearer Pictures Added | Edit @ 17:15; Details about C-Gear added
In The Games Department
Pokémon Black & White - Transfer Method Mentioned
Hidden away within CoroCoro's page about Celebi & Zorua in Black & White, there is a screenshot that gives some minor details about the transfer method. In the games, there is a machine called the Pokémon Transfer Machine (転送マシンでポケモン). The screenshot simply states that Celebi is being transferred through the Pokémon Transfer Machine. This appears to be the method of transferring the Pokémon from your 4th Generation games to your 5th Generation ones. This is to be done over the standard local wireless and appears to be one at a time. It is necessary to send Celebi & the shiny beasts obtained from the 13th movie over to Black & White to obtain Zorua & Zoroark. It is currently unknown if there are any limits to the Pokémon Transfer Machine similar to the original Pal Park restrictions in Diamond & Pearl
The official site also elaborates into the C Gear. It also shows on the menu and in the C-Gear that there are three methods of communication; Wireless, WiFi and IR (InfraRed) and you can use the C Gear with all three. These options are shown in the battle menu so it'll be able to tell when you're battling in any of those. These options are running while you're in actual gameplay as opposed to in a Union Room. To what extent, is not yet known.
In addition to that, the preview page for CoroCoro simply states that it will contain a variety of new bits of information, some pertaining to the adventure. It does not go into specifics.
In The Games Department
Pokémon Black & White - Pictures & Details
The official site has just updated with the information from CoroCoro and has included a batch of crisp screenshots. These screenshots don't show anything we haven't seen before but have been added to the Pre-Release Picture page. However, they do confirm that the battle screen does have a tab to detect the weather allowing you to easily see what boosts and/or hinders you.
Click the picture to go to the page.
Until Next Time, See Ya
Sunday: Black & White Info Consolidation & Pokémon of the Week
It has been quite a week. Will be at work to convert the ItemDex to the new style within the next couple of days. We should also get clearer Black & White shots on Tuesday, the same day of the Nintendo E3 Conference. Since the new Black & White details have been out, such as the starters, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
In The Games Department
Pokémon Black & White - CoroCoro July Issue
Following on from Friday's big reveal of 7 brand new Pokémon and a variety of tidbits about the game itself, I have begun updating our Black & White section with the details. In addition to the New Pokémon Page, I have also updated the New Attacks & New Ability pages with the new information, including details on Hihidaruma's ability Encourage which I inadvertantly missed on Friday. I have also updated the Isshu Page with some new areas as well as the region map. I have also made a page detailling the new WiFi Features. Finally, I have updated the Zoroark Event Page with new details and created a Zorua Event Page. If you have any ideas for Black & White sections, let me know and I shall endeavor to add them. Click the picture to go to our main Black & White page or use the links to go to each respective page
In The Pokémon of the Week Department
Who's That Pokémon
Once again going into the 4th Generation Competitive Battling strategies, we are covering our one-hundred & seventieth Pokémon. Today, we are covering a Pokémon introduced within the third generation. It normally walks on its four limbs, except when it is about to battle. It has a longstanding genetic feud with all Seviper and if it sees one, it will immediately stop whatever it's doing and battle one. So here it is, the one hundred & seventieth featured Pokémon, Zangoose.
It begins once more. Have had great feedback about the new look Pokédex, AttackDex & AbilityDex. Many other aspects of the site will soon be converted to match this new style. Since the new Black & White details have been out, such as the starters, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
Edit @ 11:55; CONFIRMED! |
Edit @ 12:00; Bird Pokémon |
Edit @ 12:37; Picture of battle with Reshiram | Edit @ 13:44 More New Pokémon | Edit @ 14:02; And their names | Edit @ 14:23; Even More | Edit @ 14:35; And their details | Edit @ 14:38; Random Match Mode | Edit @ 18:10 First images of Isshu revealed & Zorua confirmation | Edit @ 18:18; Reshiram & Zekrom data added | Edit @ 19:06; Sorry for delay, Reshiram & Zekrom abilities revealed.
Edit @ 20:29; Updated the Pre-Release Picture Page with a variety of screenshots. We should get clearer ones soon. Also, added details on Zorua & Zoroark's attacks
In The Games Department
Pokémon Black & White - CoroCoro July Issue
The first bits of this month's issue of the Japanese publication CoroCoro have leaked on various Japanese forums. As usual, we're getting it gradually so please bare with us. There is lots of rumoured information but we need to wait and see. Keep checking back. As of now, the image we have is too blurry to tell what's said. We'll bring anymore as and when it comes with thanks to yaminokame for translations.
The Mouse Pokémon shown is said to be called Chiramii (チラーミィ). It is Normal-type, the Chinchilla Pokémon. It is 0.4m tall, 5.8kg. It's abilities are Cute Charm & Technician. It has a move called Sweep Slap (スイープビンタ) which attacks several times consecutively.
The pig like Pokémon is called Munna(ムンナ). It is the Dream Eater Pokémon and is Psychic-type. It is 0.6m tall and 23.3kg. It has the abilities Forewarn & Synchronise. It has an attack called Telekinesis (テレキネシス) which makes the opponent float in the air.
The strange dual cog Pokémon is called Gear (ギアル). It is the Gear Pokémon, is a pure Steel-type. It is 0.3m, 21.0kg and has the abilities Plus & Minus. It has a new attach called Gear Saucer (ギアソーサー) which attacks multiple times
The bird Pokémon called Mamepato (マメパト). It is the Baby Pigeon Pokémon. is Normal-Flying type. It is 0.3m and 2.1kg. It has the Super Luck ability or a new ability called Pigeon Heart (はとむね) which seems to prevent its Defense stat from lowering
The ape Pokémon called Hihidaruma (ヒヒダルマ). It is the Flaming Pokémon, is Fire-type. It is 1.3m and 92.9kg. It has a new ability called Encourage (ちからづく)
The zebra Pokémon called Shimama (シママ). It is the Charged Pokémon, is Electric-type. It is 0.8m and 29.8kg. Its abilities are LightningRod & Motor Drive. It has a new attack called Wild Bolt (ワイルドボルト) which hurts both Shimama and the Pokémon)
The crocodile Pokémon called Meguroko (メグロコ). It is the Desert Crocodile Pokémon, is Ground-type & Dark-type. It is 0.7m and 15.2kg. Its abilities are Intimidate & Earthquake Spiral (じしんかじょう) which raises its attack when the opponent is Knocked Out
The new Professor Dr. Araragi (アララギ博士 ) has a Chiramii
Reshiram & Zekrom's types and details were also revealed
Reshiram is a Dragon & Fire-type type. It is the White Yang Pokémon It is 3.2m and 330kg. It has the new TurboBlaze (ターボブレイズ) Ability
Zekrom is an Dragon & Electric-type as predicted.. It is the Black Yin Pokémon. It is 2.9m and 345kg. It has the Terra Voltage (テラボルテージ) ability
To get Zorua, you will need to send over the Celebi from the upcoming movie to Black & White. It is obtained at Level 10
Zorua knows the attacks Leer, Scratch, Pursuit & Fake Tears
Zoroark knows Fury Swipes, Faint Attack, Scary Face, Taunt and a new attack; Night Burst (ナイトバ-スト)
There is a new feature called the C Cog which allows you to play with various connection capabilites. To what end is not known, but there is a screenshot of the player in the Pokémon Centre with various connection stats at the bottom.
In this game Global Terminal inside of the Pokemon center and it is called "Random Match". It just says that you can play freely with people from all over the country in random match mode. Then says that in spring 2011 that foreign players will join. The Global Terminal is now also located in the Pokémon Centres
Sorry about the delay. We're expecting CoroCoro details any day now so keep checking back. Also, I'm working on upgrading the ItemDex with our new standard style implemented in the Pokédex yesterday. Since Reshiram & Zekrom were introduced, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
In The Animé Department
Episode Pictures
As usual, I have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode features Ash& co. meeting up with Kenny, Elite Four member Flint and Olivine Gym Leader Jasmine as they all leave Sunyshore City. The AniméDex 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;
We should get news any day now so keep checking back. Since the new Black & White details have been out, such as the starters, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
Edit @ 16:39 BST; Gen IV AttackDex has also been upgraded
In The Games Department
Serebii.net Generation IV Pokédex Overhaul
On Monday, I decided to begin framework on the Black & White Pokédex in preparation for September. However, in doing so, I fell in love with the new style I implemented and decided I couldn't wait until September to share it on the site so I decided to update the Generation IV Pokédex with this new style. This style is noticiably cleaner, holds a bit more information and even has algorithms to ease scrolling for Pokémon whose forms have different TM and Tutor moves. Various other databases on the site will soon change to match the style introduced here. If however, you prefer the old version, I have kept it here. The Gen IV AttackDex has also been updated to match this new system. In addition to the aesthetic changes, I've also added more information on each Pokémon that learns the move and included the level each Pokémon learns it at. Click the picture to check out our new Pokédex
Just under a week to go until more news. Since the new Black & White details have been out, such as the starters, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
In The Animé Department
Japanese Episode Titles
Another new Japanese episode title has been revealed by Newtype for an episode scheduled to air this July in Japan. This episode features the beginning of the long awaited Sinnoh League. Further details are not yet known. This episode will air on the 1st of July and will be followed by a break on the 8th of July where the 12th movie will be aired.
Episode 651: Opening! Sinnoh League - Suzuran Tournament!!
Just under a week to go until more news. Since the new Black & White details have been out, such as the starters, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
In The Manga Department
Pocket Monsters Special Character Biography
Coronis has also sent in an update of the Pokémon Special character biographies. Today's update of them features Crystal & Silver. The characters of Crystal & Silver were introduced in the Gold & Silver Saga and are based upon the female main characterthat you play as in the game; Crystal and the Rival in them respectively. The new aspects tackle factors implemented in the newly released HGSS Manga Series. Click the picture to go to the biography index page
In The Pokémon of the Week Department
Who's That Pokémon
Once again going into the 4th Generation Competitive Battling strategies, we are covering our one-hundred & sixty-nineth Pokémon. Today, we are covering a Pokémon introduced within the second generation. It has trouble swimming due to its body shape, but has a brilliant defence mechanism that can protect it from predators coming in any direction. So here it is, the one hundred & sixty-nineth featured Pokémon, Qwilfish.
Not long to go until the next load of news. Since Reshiram & Zekrom were introduced, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
In The Manga Department
Pocket Monsters Special Volume 35
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 this new volume. This volume features the adventures of Dia, Pearl & Platinum as they travel through Sinnoh battling gyms and preventing Team Galactic from succeeding at their plans to awaken and capture Dialga & Palkia. Click the picture to go to our Volume 35 page.
Black & White news to come soon, probably around this time next week. Since Reshiram & Zekrom were introduced, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
In The Games Department
New WiFi Event - Scizor
The official site has today updated informing us of a new WiFi event. This event is to tie in with the new movie, Phantom Champion Zoroark, and features a Scizor that represents the Scizor of Goon, one of the antagonists of the film. This Scizor is Level 50 and is in a Cherish Ball. It has the Swarm ability, holds a Starf Berry, and the attacks; X-Scissor, Swords Dance, Iron Defence and Agility. It will be given over WiFi on all current Japanese DS games in from June 18th 2010 to July 14th 2010. We'll bring more as it comes
Should have episode pictures later today. The fun never ends. Since Reshiram & Zekrom were introduced, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
Edit @ 17:24; Episode Pictures added
In The Animé Department
Episode Pictures
As usual, I have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode features Ash's battle at the Sunyshore City gym where he is battling for his eighth and final Sinnoh League Badge. The AniméDex 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 Animé Department
Character Biography
With the latest episode of the animé having just aired in Japan, I have been able to update the character biography for another character with some brand new Pokémon. This update focuses upon Volkner and a couple of Pokémon that he uses in his final match against Ash. Be warned though as this biography does contain major spoilers. Click the respective picture to go to the page
Now, the news gets slow again. However, this time next week, we'll be on the verge of even more Black & White news. The fun never ends. Since Reshiram & Zekrom were introduced, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been booming with discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them.
In The Games Department
Australian Jirachi Events
For our Australian visitors, the Jirachi which unlocks the Pokéwalker course; Night Sky's Edge is to be given away this month in Australia. In addition to being at Toys 'R' Us, it is being given at the Big W stores across Australia from tomorrow, June 3rd until June 13th. This event will not last long so be sure to get it while you still can. Click the picture to go to our PokéWalker Page
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