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Oct 09 2013
NicoNico Pocket Monsters Broadcasts
To commemorate the launch of the TV Tokyo anime series Pocket Monsters XY (ポケットモンスター ＸＹ), a special live broadcast titled Songs! Talks! Pokémon Battles! A Super Pre-Screening of the Pokémon XY Anime & a Live Broadcast Festival @ Nico Farre (歌に！トークに！ポケモンバトル！ ポケモンアニメＸＹ超試写会＆生ＬＩＶＥ祭り＠ニコファーレ) will be available on NicoNico Monday October 14th, 2013 starting at 18:30JST.
The live broadcast will include the special edition of the first episode, time dedicated to talking to the special guests, performances of the new openings and ending themes and Pokémon X and Y battles. For anime fans and game fans it's a must-see broadcast! The special edition anime episode is also being broadcasted at various malls in Japan.
Speical guests include:
Rica Matsumoto (松本梨香), the voice of SatoshiYuki Kaji (梶裕貴), the voice of Citron (シトロン)
Mariya Ise (伊瀬 茉莉也), the voice of Eureka (ユリーカ)
Mayuki Makiguchi (牧口真幸), the voice of Serena (セレナ役)
Yusuke (遊助), singer of the opening theme: Volt （ＯＰテーマ担当）
Ｊ☆Ｄｅｅ’Z, singers of the ending theme: （ＥＤテーマ担当）
Pocket Monsters XY Launch Festival
To celebrate the debut of the latest Nintendo 3DS games Pocket Monsters X and Y, Pocket Monsters XY Launch Festival: Game Tips Part 2 (『ポケットモンスター Ｘ・Ｙ』発売記念祭り～ゲームのすゝめ 二編) will be broadcasted on NicoNico. Game Freak employees Shigeki Morimoto (森本 茂樹) and Takao Unno (海野 隆雄) will be guests on the show to demonstrate the new battle system. There will also be special appearances by Hiroshi Watanabe (渡辺浩弐) and model Yui.Sources: http://live.nicovideo.jp/watch/lv154719066/, http://live.nicovideo.jp/watch/lv154717510 and https://wwws.toho-ad.com/poke_xy_nico/pc/
It was an overcast Saturday morning in Manhattan as Pokémon fans gathered on 48th Street in front of the Nintendo World Store. The anticipation was high for the lucky fans who waited on line that morning. Nintendo employees gave out paper hats of all three starters to the anxious crowd that awaited something magical. Once the clock struck 12 noon, security ushered fans in ten at a time to try out the demo of Pokémon X and Pokémon Y. The event took place entirely on the second floor, so space was very limited. While I was waiting on line, a Nintendo representative gave us the opportunity to try out the Nintendo 2DS (which I documented on my video overview below). Despite the vast majority of negativity surrounding the console's upcoming release, the 2DS felt very natural in my medium adult sized hands. The balance and button placement of the console made it comfortable to hold. The L/R trigger buttons also felt miles better than the ones on the original Nintendo 3DS. I would definitely recommend purchasing one if you're on a budget or looking to get a second console for trading Pokémon into this new generation of games.
Unfortunately, the staff had forbid me from taking any video footage of the demo. Therefore, with the images below, I shall describe my experience. The overall appearance of the game engine has vastly improved since the beginning of the year. Once I was dropped into the demo and encountered a wild Pokémon, I was very impressed on how much detail they put into this masterpiece. The character models in battle move very fluidly, like a pat of butter on a hot griddle. The way the engine handled attack moves impressed me the most. For example, the move Stomp completely flattened the 3D model of my Fennekin. There was absolutely no visual tearing or stuttering for that move's effect. The battle screens themselves looked polished, and at this point the games look almost as vibrant as GameCube titles. At the end of the demo, Professor Sycamore challenged me to a battle. I was given a level 100 Mewtwo with its Mega Stone to help defeat him. I triggered the Mega Evolution when instructing Mewtwo to use Thunderbolt. Once again, the smoothness of the 3D animation was very satisfying, and I can't wait to play the full game once it's released this Saturday. Overall, the demo put to rest about any doubt I had for the upcoming 6th generation. Once I completed the demo, my left hand was stamped and I received a gift bag which contained six Pokémon X & Y art cards (which I will add to the article later), Pokémon X & Y Dogtags, and a small Pokéball tabletop ornament which can be used to store three Nintendo DS or 3DS cartridges.
Afterwards, I toured the new Pokémon display on the second floor (which is also featured on the video footage below). This display chronicles every generation of the Pokémon universe thus far. Once again, Nintendo World did a fantastic job in organizing the shelved displays.
Despite the fact that this Pre-Launch event was a last minute announcement (it was only announced a few days prior to the actual event), there was quite a large turnout of fans. The upcoming event on Friday is expected to be just as large as previous launch events, and I'm looking forward to bringing every single detail to our loyal readers.
Unfortunately, the staff had forbid me from taking any video footage of the demo. Therefore, with the images below, I shall describe my experience. The overall appearance of the game engine has vastly improved since the beginning of the year. Once I was dropped into the demo and encountered a wild Pokémon, I was very impressed on how much detail they put into this masterpiece. The character models in battle move very fluidly, like a pat of butter on a hot griddle. The way the engine handled attack moves impressed me the most. For example, the move Stomp completely flattened the 3D model of my Fennekin. There was absolutely no visual tearing or stuttering for that move's effect. The battle screens themselves looked polished, and at this point the games look almost as vibrant as GameCube titles. At the end of the demo, Professor Sycamore challenged me to a battle. I was given a level 100 Mewtwo with its Mega Stone to help defeat him. I triggered the Mega Evolution when instructing Mewtwo to use Thunderbolt. Once again, the smoothness of the 3D animation was very satisfying, and I can't wait to play the full game once it's released this Saturday. Overall, the demo put to rest about any doubt I had for the upcoming 6th generation. Once I completed the demo, my left hand was stamped and I received a gift bag which contained six Pokémon X & Y art cards (which I will add to the article later), Pokémon X & Y Dogtags, and a small Pokéball tabletop ornament which can be used to store three Nintendo DS or 3DS cartridges.
Afterwards, I toured the new Pokémon display on the second floor (which is also featured on the video footage below). This display chronicles every generation of the Pokémon universe thus far. Once again, Nintendo World did a fantastic job in organizing the shelved displays.
Despite the fact that this Pre-Launch event was a last minute announcement (it was only announced a few days prior to the actual event), there was quite a large turnout of fans. The upcoming event on Friday is expected to be just as large as previous launch events, and I'm looking forward to bringing every single detail to our loyal readers.
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Images from the Event
Those that purchase a copy of Pokémon X or Pokémon Y at Tesco stores in the UK will receive a unique serial code to get 12 Quick Balls. Players can enter their code in their game to receive this set of Quick Balls. Quick Balls are particularly effective when trying to catch a wild Pokémon at the beginning of battle and they’ll help players start building their Pokémon collection right away! Pokémon X and Pokémon Y game packaging at Tesco stores have stickers on them to indicate they have the serial code inside.
Source: http://www.pokemon.com/uk/pokemon-news/vg_pokemonxy_quickballs-2013-10-03/
Oct 03 2013
Slurpuff and Aromatisse Revealed
Yesterday an image from the latest issue of Ciao (ちゃお) magazine revealed two new Pokémon: Peroream (ペロリーム) and Frafuwan (フレフワン). Today, the official English Pokémon website also revealed the two Pokémon as Slurpuff and Aromatisse.
Slurpuff is the evolved form of Swirlix and it has an unbelievable sense of smell which is a hundred million times more sensitive than a humans smell. With its highly attuned senses, it can distinguish the faintest of odors.
Aromatisse is the evolved form of Spritzee and it can give off a variety of different smells, from a pleasant fragrance to an odor so repugnant to its opponent that it can turn a battle in its favor.
Source: http://www.pokemonxy.com/en-us/pokemon/other_pokemon/
Slurpuff is the evolved form of Swirlix and it has an unbelievable sense of smell which is a hundred million times more sensitive than a humans smell. With its highly attuned senses, it can distinguish the faintest of odors.
Aromatisse is the evolved form of Spritzee and it can give off a variety of different smells, from a pleasant fragrance to an odor so repugnant to its opponent that it can turn a battle in its favor.
| Slurpuff | Aromatisse |
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| Species: Meringue Pokémon Type: Fairy Ability: Sweet Veil Height: 2' 07" Weight: 11.0 lbs. |
Species: Fragrance Pokémon Type: Fairy Ability: Healer Height: 2' 07" Weight: 34.2 lbs. |
Source: http://www.pokemonxy.com/en-us/pokemon/other_pokemon/
The Nintendo World website has confirmed that a special preview event will take place at the Nintendo World store on October 5th, 2013 from 12pm until 2pm Eastern.
Source: http://www.nintendoworldstore.com/
Pokémon Fan Gathering
12:00pm-2:00pm - Can't wait for Pokémon X and Pokémon Y? Be among the first to demo the game during our Pokémon fan gathering event on October 5th from 12pm to 2pm. There will also be Pokémon goodies for fans who stop by, while supplies last.Source: http://www.nintendoworldstore.com/
Oct 02 2013
Mega Charizard X Revealed
During today's special Pocket Monsters THE ORIGIN ( ポケットモンスター THE ORIGIN), a special announcement was shown and it revealed Mega Charizard X.
The previously revealed Mega Charizard is in fact Mega Charizard Y. Players will need to obtain Charizardite Y in Pokémon Y in order to Mega Evolve Charizard into Mega Charizard Y. Mega Charizard Y’s Special Attack increases significantly, and its Ability changes to Drought, increasing the power of Fire-type moves. Mega Charizard Y can use the Fire-type move Blast Burn, which becomes even more powerful with the effect of the Drought Ability.
Mega Charizard X is being introduced for the first time today. Players can obtain Charizardite X in Pokémon X and Mega Evolve Charizard into Mega Charizard X. Mega Charizard X’s Attack increases significantly, and its Ability changes to Tough Claws, which raises the power of moves that make direct contact. This Ability comes in handy when Mega Charizard X uses the Dragon-type move Dragon Tail, which does damage and can force an opposing Pokémon to switch out during battle.
The Pokémon Company International is sharing a gameplay trailer featuring Mega Charizard X and Mega Charizard Y in action.
Source: http://www.pokemonxy.com/en-us/pokemon/mega_pokemon/
| Mega Charizard X | Mega Charizard Y |
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| Species: Flame Pokémon Type: Fire/Dragon Ability: Tough Claws Height: 5' 07" Weight: 243.6 lbs. |
Species: Flame Pokémon Type: Fire/Flying Ability: Drought Height: 5' 07" Weight: 221.6 lbs. |
Mega Charizard X Revealed in Pokémon X
Last month it was revealed that fan favourite Charizard can achieve Mega Evolution, an extremely powerful form that only certain Pokémon can access during battles in the Pokémon X and Pokémon Y video games, launching worldwide October 12 for the Nintendo 3DS. It is now known that Charizard can Mega Evolve into either Mega Charizard X or Mega Charizard Y, depending on which Mega Stone it holds—Charizardite X or Charizardite Y. When Charizard Mega Evolves into Mega Charizard X, its body turns black and its flames burn blue with increased heat. It also changes types when it Mega Evolves, changing from a Fire- and Flying-type Pokémon to a Fire- and Dragon-type Pokémon!The previously revealed Mega Charizard is in fact Mega Charizard Y. Players will need to obtain Charizardite Y in Pokémon Y in order to Mega Evolve Charizard into Mega Charizard Y. Mega Charizard Y’s Special Attack increases significantly, and its Ability changes to Drought, increasing the power of Fire-type moves. Mega Charizard Y can use the Fire-type move Blast Burn, which becomes even more powerful with the effect of the Drought Ability.
Mega Charizard X is being introduced for the first time today. Players can obtain Charizardite X in Pokémon X and Mega Evolve Charizard into Mega Charizard X. Mega Charizard X’s Attack increases significantly, and its Ability changes to Tough Claws, which raises the power of moves that make direct contact. This Ability comes in handy when Mega Charizard X uses the Dragon-type move Dragon Tail, which does damage and can force an opposing Pokémon to switch out during battle.
The Pokémon Company International is sharing a gameplay trailer featuring Mega Charizard X and Mega Charizard Y in action.
Mega Charizard X Trailer
Source: http://www.pokemonxy.com/en-us/pokemon/mega_pokemon/
