February 27th is Pokémon Day! 2021 and it is also the 25th anniversary of Pokémon! To commemorate this anniversary, new Pokémon stamps are now available on UTme! There are 128 different stamps to choose from. Enjoy the 25th anniversary with your favorite Pokémon!


Order acceptance period: Friday, February 19th, 2021 until Friday, April 30th, 2021
Items available: Basic T-Shirt (Type A) WHITE, Basic T-Shirt Long Sleeve WHITE, Color Crew Neck T (KIDS) WHITE, Sweatshirt Pull Hoodie OFF WHITE.





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The official Pokémon website has announced that Max Raid Battles featuring Gigantamax Corviknight and Gigantamax Hatterene will take place in Pokémon Sword and Shield from March 1st, 2021 to April 1st, 2021. Flying-type and Fairy-type Pokémon will have an increased chance of appearing as well.

Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield Max Raid Battles Feature Gigantamax Corviknight and Gigantamax Hatterene

Glide into Galar to face Fairy-type and Flying-type Pokémon throughout March.

Soar along the path to Pokémon Trainer greatness by participating in Max Raid Battles featuring Flying-type and Fairy-type Pokémon. From March 1, 2021, to April 1, 2021, Flying-type and Fairy-type Pokémon will have an increased chance of appearing in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield Max Raid Battles. During this time, Gigantamax Corviknight and Gigantamax Hatterene will also be appearing, providing Trainers with the opportunity to catch Raven Pokémon and Silent Pokémon with the Gigantamax Factor. Once caught, these Pokémon can provide their Trainers with the ability to unleash the forces of their unique G-Max Moves, G-Max Wind Rage and G-Max Smite.

For an opportunity to encounter these Pokémon in a Max Raid Battle, you'll need to connect your Nintendo Switch system to the internet through Y-Comm or by selecting Mystery Gift in the X menu, then selecting Get the Wild Area News. After that, whenever you see a pillar of light shining from a Pokémon Den, you can walk up to the Pokémon Den and interact with it to start a Max Raid Battle with a Dynamax Pokémon. Usually, there'll be an extremely small possibility a Gigantamax Pokémon will appear instead of a Dynamax Pokémon, but during an event, certain Gigantamax Pokémon are more likely to appear. This event does not affect the Pokémon encountered within Dynamax Adventures.

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/pokemon-sword-and-pokemon-shield-max-raid-battles-feature-gigantamax-corviknight-and-gigantamax-hatterene/

The official Pokémon website has announced the details for the Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield Ranked Battles March 2021 Season which will run throughout March 2021.

Compete in the Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield Ranked Battles March 2021 Season

Earn in-game rewards by pitting your most powerful Pokémon against players from around the world.

Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield Ranked Battles has begun and will run throughout March 2021. Test your Trainer skills in head-to-head battles with players around the world, move up the global leaderboards, and earn helpful in-game rewards.

Only Pokémon obtained in Pokémon Sword or Pokémon Shield or those with the battle-ready symbol are eligible. Pokémon from previous games in the Pokémon series can receive the battle-ready symbol from the character next to the door in the center of the Battle Tower. When the battle-ready symbol is applied to your Pokémon, your Pokémon will forget the moves it knows. If your Pokémon forgets moves that it cannot use or learn in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, those moves cannot be relearned.

Eligible Pokémon

The Ranked Battles March 2021 Season (Season 16) will follow Series 8 regulations, which means you can battle with one powerful, usually ineligible Legendary Pokémon at your side. Eligible Pokémon include:

Galar Pokédex No. 001–400, Isle of Armor Pokédex No. 001–210, and Crown Tundra Pokédex No. 001–210, as well as the following Pokémon: Mewtwo, Raikou, Entei, Suicune, Lugia, Ho-Oh, Treecko, Grovyle, Sceptile, Torchic, Combusken, Blaziken, Mudkip, Marshtomp, Swampert, Latias, Latios, Kyogre, Groudon, Rayquaza, Uxie, Mesprit, Azelf, Dialga, Palkia, Heatran, Regigigas, Giratina, Cresselia, Tornadus, Thundurus, Reshiram, Zekrom, Landorus, Kyurem, Xerneas, Yveltal, Zygarde, Rowlet, Dartrix, Decidueye, Litten, Torracat, Incineroar, Popplio, Brionne, Primarina, Tapu Koko, Tapu Lele, Tapu Bulu, Tapu Fini, Cosmog, Cosmoem, Solgaleo, Lunala, Nihilego, Buzzwole, Pheromosa, Xurkitree, Celesteela, Kartana, Guzzlord, Necrozma, Poipole, Naganadel, Stakataka, and Blacephalon.

How to Start a Ranked Battle

To start a Ranked Battle, follow these steps:

1. Launch your Pokémon Sword or Pokémon Shield game.
2. Open the X menu.
3. Select VS.
4. Select Battle Stadium.
5. Select Ranked Battles.

You can press the Y Button to see an overview of Ranked Battles before you begin your match.

Game Rewards

Before battle, you'll be matched up with other players of similar rank to ensure even competition. When the season concludes, the higher the tier you finish in, the greater your in-game rewards. The March 2021 Season rewards include the following:

Master Ball Tier

• Gold Bottle Cap ×3
• 600 Battle Points
• Dynite Ore ×30
• Armorite Ore ×30

Ultra Ball Tier

• Gold Bottle Cap ×1
• 300 Battle Points
• Dynite Ore ×10
• Armorite Ore ×10

Great Ball Tier

• Bottle Cap ×3
• Ability Capsule ×1
• 100 Battle Points
• Dynite Ore ×5
• Armorite Ore ×5

Poké Ball Tier and Beginner Tier

• Ability Capsule ×1
• 50 Battle Points
• Dynite Ore ×5
• Armorite Ore ×5

Once the season is over, you can collect your in-game rewards. Remember, you will need to finish at least one match with a win or loss during the March Season to be eligible for rewards at the end of the season. To receive your in-game rewards, follow these steps:

1. After the competition has ended, launch your Pokémon Sword or Pokémon Shield game.
2. Open the X menu.
3. Select Mystery Gift.
4. Select Get a Mystery Gift.
5. Select Get Battle Stadium Rewards.

Have fun battling and check back later for more Ranked Battles season news!

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/compete-in-the-pokemon-sword-and-pokemon-shield-ranked-battles-march-2021-season/

DUO Backdoor Project has announced that it has released 2 Pokémon Fishing lures featuring Pikachu and Kyogre on February 26th, 2021 in Japan. Pictures of the lures have been added to an Imageboard thread.


Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bAj1sy5b_wE

Pikachu Lure

If a Pikachu lure swims, it must be cute. If Duo makes it, it's bound to catch fish. When you can catch fish with a Pikachu lure, you know it's going to be fun.

The tail hook dramatically improves the hooking rate, and the tail has a built-in wire to make sure you get your chance. Once you have cast it to your target area, wind it slowly to make it appealing.

Pikachu lures are 100% MADE IN JAPAN. Every step of the process, from the mold to the lure, is done in Yaizu, the home of lures!

The line may get tangled in the tail hook. Please remove the tail hook if you are worried about that. The ears are easily damaged by the design. Please be careful not to come in contact with obstacles when casting.

Price: 2,480 yen (tax included)

Source: https://duo-backdoorproject.shop/?pid=155945204

YouTube Clip - Pikachu Lure

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwY3uro8abw

Kyogre Lure

The lure of a legendary Pokémon awakened from a deep sleep. Now it swims...

The powerful action created by the duralumin wing makes it swim well which can switch the instincts of the target fish. It is also effective to give the lure a "trigger" to start swimming and to control the lure by slowing it down after a "dead" throw. It has a feather hook for excellent hooking performance!

The Kyogre Crawler type lure is also made in Japan by DUO International who carefully finish each one.

Let's go fishing with the lure of the legendary Pokémon made in Yaizu!

The paint on the red line on the wing may come off. The painted surface is very easy to be scratched. Please handle with care.

Price: 4,980 yen (tax included)

Source: https://duo-backdoorproject.shop/?pid=156277448

YouTube Clip - Kyogre Lure

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRNMOqPY0F0

UK online retailer Zavvi has announced launching an exclusive, limited-edition and fully licensed Pokémon collection, celebrating the franchise's 25th anniversary. The new merchandise will be available on February 27th, 2021 exclusive to Zavvi.com. High resolution pictures from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread

ZAVVI PARTNERS WITH THE POKÉMON COMPANY INTERNATIONAL ON EXCITING COLLECTION TO CELEBRATE THE FRANCHISE'S 25TH ANNIVERSARY

UK online retailer Zavvi is launching an exclusive, limited-edition and fully licensed Pokémon collection, celebrating the franchise's 25th anniversary.

The range will include an official collector's box, in addition to a mini clothing line consisting of three garments, dedicated to the beloved character Pikachu.

The apparel infuses a mixture of subtle black and white tones with bright pops of yellow, featuring the iconic, electrifying Pokémon character.

Each one-of-a-kind box will contain four exclusive items, including a black hoodie, black embroidered socks, a white printed cosmetics bag and a black cap. It will be adorned with a special 25th anniversary Pikachu logo and is limited to 2,500 units available to purchase.

The three-piece mini clothing range will include a unique hoodie design, as well as a white sweatshirt and a yellow t-shirt.

There will also be a limited-edition Zavvi x Pokémon handcrafted canvas Pikachu high-top trainer design launching, available to order worldwide from 6pm.

The new merchandise will be available from 12pm on 27 February 2021, exclusive to Zavvi.com.

Item List:

Pokémon 25th Anniversary Limited Edition Box - Zavvi Exclusive - £49.99
POKÉMON 25TH ANNIVERSARY HIGH TOPS LIMITED EDITION - ZAVVI Exclusive
Pokémon I Choose You Unisex Hoodie - Black - £29.99
Pokémon Power Up Unisex T-Shirt - Mustard - £14.99
Pokémon Pikachu Jump Unisex Sweatshirt - White - £24.99

YouTube Clip - Pokémon 25th Anniversary High Tops | Zavvi Exclusive

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J8Jfl39Z7EI

YouTube Clip - Pokémon 25th Anniversary High-Top Trainers Unboxing | Zavvi Exclusive

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Cl7Y27SzH0

DeNA has announced a 5★-Select Special Scout ×11 that will be available from February 27th, 2021 at 10:00 p.m. until March 17, 2021 at 9:59 p.m. in Pokémon Masters EX.

5★-Select Special Scout ×11

Scout 11 Sync Pairs PLUS a 5★ sync pair of your choice in the 5★-Select Special Scout ×11. A one-time only 5★-Select Special Scout ×11 will be available during the time period below. This special sync pair scout allows you to select a 5★ sync pair after scouting the initial 11.

Date/Time

February 27, 2021 at 10:00 p.m. - March 17, 2021 at 9:59 p.m.

Important

• This sync pair scout can only be utilized once during the scout period.
• The special 5★ sync pair can only be claimed for a limited time. It cannot be claimed after the scout period ends.
• Please note that you cannot have two or more sync pairs that include Trainers with the same name in your team.
• The pool of 5★ sync pairs available for selection in this sync pair scout is limited.
• To check the available sync pairs in this sync pair scout and their respective offering rates, go to the Offering Rate section on the Sync Pair Scout screen.
• Please read the Notes section under Offering Rate on the Sync Pair Scout screen before using the feature.
• This sync pair scout is available using paid gems only.
• The time period and featured content are subject to change without notice.

Source: https://pokemonmasters-game.com/en-US/announcements/Scout_3020_1W_3