The official Korean Pokémon website has announced that Hankariaseu (한카리아스) will be distributed to Korean Pokémon X and Y players to promote the 2014 Pokémon World Championships Qualifying Tournament. Hankariaseu (한카리아스) will be distributed at two different locations but only one has been revealed so far. On April 12th, 2014 and April 13th, 2014 between 11:00 and 18:00, it will be distributed at the Lotte Department Store located on the 10th floor in Seoul.


Hankariaseu (한카리아스) is level 48, has the ability Sand Veil (모래숨기), is holding a Hankariaseuite (한카리아스나이트), and knows the moves: Draco Meteor (용성군), Dragon Claw (드래곤크루), Dig (구멍파기) and Crunch (깨물어부수기).

Source: http://pokemonkorea.co.kr/?inc=news-news_view&IDX=10197

The official Japanese Pokémon website has announced a Pocket Monsters X Y Battle Festival in Jump Festa (ポケットモンスター Ｘ・Ｙ』バトル祭 in ジャンプフェスタ) will be taking place at Jump Festa at the Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Hall on December 21st, 2013 and December 22nd, 2013. Players that wish to participate need to register for this event. Those that participate in the tournament and get a three-game winning streak will get a special gift.


In addition, there will be a "Cosplayer Battle" area, where cosplayers dressed up as the Boy Protagonist (主人公の男の子), the Girl Protagonist (主人公の女の子), Professor Platane (プラターヌ博士) and Corni (コルニ) will be accepting battles from visitors who don't have a game on their own, with 3DS systems and games with premade teams being made available for use.


Those that win three straight battles and who win the cosplay battle will be entered into a lottery to battle one of the three special guests that will also be attending. Voice actor Nobuhiko Okamoto (岡本信彦), Model Ayana Tsubaki (椿姫彩奈) and Hiroshi Yamamoto from Robert will all be in attendance.


The Weakness Policy (じゃくてんほけん) item will be distributed to players. It is an item that can be held by a Pokémon to sharply increase the Attack and Special Attack if the holder is hit with a move it's weak to. It will also be possible to have the O-Powers Exp. Point Power Max (けいけんちパワー MAX), which doubles the amount of Exp. Points received after a battle, and Bargain Power MAX (やすうりパワー MAX), which halves all shop prices, activated in your games. These powers last for 60 minutes each after being activated.

Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2013/10/131025_g01.html

Nintendo of Korea has revealed that they will be releasing special Pokémon X and Y 2DS on December 7th, 2013. The WHITE X RED Nintendo 2DS Pokémon X Package (WHITE×RED 색상의 닌텐도 2DS 포켓몬스터 X 패키지) and the BLACK X BLUE Pokémon Nintendo 2DS Y Package (BLACK×BLUE 색상의 닌텐도 2DS 포켓몬스터 Y 패키지) will sell for 160,000 won each.



Source: http://www.cnet.co.kr/view/28156

Pokémon THE ORIGIN (포켓몬스터 THE ORIGIN)

The official Korean Pokémon website also revealed that Pokémon THE ORIGIN (포켓몬스터 THE ORIGIN) will air in Korea in December of 2013. The airing dates have yet to be revealed but a website for the special is available that has an Introduction, Story, Cast, Characters and a Gallery.


Source: http://pokemonkorea.co.kr/special_site/origin/main.asp

Nymphia (님피아) Distribution

For those that pre-order tickets for the 16th Pocket Monsters movie in theaters in Korea, patrons will have the opportunity to get a level 10 Nymphia (님피아) for their copy of Pokémon X and Y. The OT is Eevee House (이브이하우스), its Ability is Cute Charm and it knows the moves, Disarming Voice and Baby-Doll Eyes. Further details about the Nymphia will be revealed on November 28th, 2013.


Source: http://movie.pokemonkorea.co.kr/M16/present.asp

The official Japanese Pokémon website has revealed two more O-Power (Ｏパワー) distribution periods. Players of Pokémon X and Y can visit the Pokémon Centers to get these powers. When O-Powers (Oパワー) are used, it allows players the ability to temporarily power up Pokémon in their party and provides other benefits such as making it easier to catch wild Pokémon or increase the Experience Points gained in battle. Three different O-Powers will be distributed during each period.

Distribution Period 2 - November 16th, 2013 to December 13th, 2013

Level 3 Capture Power (ほかくパワー), Bargain Power (やすうりパワー) and Prize Money Power (おこづかいパワー) will be distributed from November 16th, 2013 until December 13th, 2013.

Distribution Period 3 - December 14th, 2013 to January 11th, 2014

Level 3 Capture Power (ほかくパワー), EXP. Point Power (けいけんちパワー) and Hatching Power　（タマゴふかパワー） will be distributed from December 14th, 2013 until January 11th, 2014.

Source: http://voice.pokemon.co.jp/stv/2013/10/post-402.html

The official Japanese Pokémon website announced that the Weakness Policy (じゃくてんほけん) will be distributed at Jump Festa '14 (ジャンプフェスタ '14) which takes place at the Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Hall (幕張メッセ 国際展示場 ) on December 21st, 2013 and December 22nd, 2013. The Weakness Policy will be available to players of Pokémon X and Y that visit Jump Festa '14.


A Battle Festival for Pokémon X and Y will also be taking place at Jump Festa '14. Anyone can join and prior registration is not required. Full details of the battle rules will be announced at a future time.

Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2013/10/131025_g01.html

The official Japanese Pokémon website revealed today that The Pokémon Company is organizing a tournament that is being sponsored by Yomiuri Shimbun (読売新聞社) and the Japan Shogi Association (日本将棋連盟) to determine the Pokémon Dragon King champion. The tournament will be open to elementary school age children or younger. Full details will be revealed in November of 2013.


Each year, Yomiuri Shimbun sponsors a competition to determine the "Dragon King" (竜王). Only the player who wins the current years tournament is given the right to challenge the previous year Dragon King to determine who will be crowned the new Dragon King.

Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/pokemonryuoh/

The Pokémon Company announced today that the Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay will open for business on November 22nd, 2013. This will be the 8th main location Pokémon Center in Japan.

Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay Location

Details	Logo	Map
Pokémon Center Tokyo Bay Opening Hours: 10:00A.M. - 21:00P.M. Address: 273-8530 Funabashi, Chiba Prefecture Hama-cho 2-1-1 Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport TOKYO-BAY West Wing second floor ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイ 〒273-8530 千葉県船橋市浜町2-1-1 三井ショッピングパーク ららぽーとTOKYO-BAY 西館2階

Inkay Event Distribution

As part of the official celebration, an Inkay (マーイーカ) will be distributed to all players of Pokémon X and Y. It is Level 10 and knows the moves called Happy Time (ハッピータイム), Foul Play (イカサマ), Hypnosis (さいみんじゅつ) and Topsy-turvy (ひっくりかえす). It is also holding a Aspear Berry. It will be distributed at the Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay from November 22nd, 2013 until January 26th, 2014.

Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay Merchandise

Pikachu Plushie Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay OP (ぬいぐるみ ピカチュウ ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイOP)　1,200 yen
Mascot Pikachu Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay OP (マスコット ピカチュウ ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイOP)　680 yen
A4 Clear File Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay OP (A4クリアファイル ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイOP)　210 yen
General-purpose notebook Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay OP (じゆうちょう ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイOP)　170 yen
A5 Spiral Notebook (A5リングノート ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイOP)　500 yen
Seal Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay OP (シール ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイOP)　350 yen
5 Set of 2B Pencils Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay OP (2B鉛筆5本セット ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイOP)　350 yen
6 Colored Ballpoint pens Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay OP (6色ボールペン ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイOP)　600 yen
Ruler Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay OP (定規 ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイOP)　250 yen
Pencil Cap Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay OP (ジョイント鉛筆キャップ ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイOP)　320 yen
Hankerchief Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay OP (ハンカチ ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイOP)　350 yen
Drawstring Pouch Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay OP (巾着 ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイOP)　580 yen
Trump Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay OP (トランプ ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイOP)　1,200 yen
Mug Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay OP (マグカップ ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイOP)　1,200 yen
Metal Charm Set Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay OP (メタルチャームセット ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイOP)　450 yen
Logo Pins Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay OP (ロゴピンズ ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイOP)　650 yen
Cookies Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay OP (ヒマワリの種入りクッキー ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイOP)　980 yen
LED Light Marker (LEDライト マーイーカ)　3,200 yen
Card File Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay OP (カードファイル ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイOP)　630 yen
Deck Case Pokémon Center Tokyo-Bay OP (デッキケース ポケモンセンタートウキョーベイOP)　380 yen

Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/pokecen_tokyobay/

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.

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Images from the Event

The Pokémon Company in association with gaming websites IGN and Jeux Video has revealed two new Pokémon: Aurorus and Tyrantrum. Aurorus is a Rock/Ice type and it is the evolved form of Amaura. It can learn the new move Freeze Dry which is an Ice-type move that can freeze opponents but it is super effective against Water-type Pokémon.

To obtain Amaura, players need to restore the Sail Fossil. Tyrunt can be obtained by restoring the Jaw Fossil. Players will need to choose wisely whether they want Tyrunt or Amaura when they pick between the Jaw and Sail Fossil.


Tyrantrum is a Rock/Dragon type and it is the evolved form of Tyrunt. Nothing could stop this Pokémon 100 million years ago, so it behaved like a king! Tyrantrum's greatest weapon is its gargantuan jaws, which can shred thick metal plates as if they were paper.

Aurorus	Tyrantrum
Species: Tundra Pokémon Type: Rock/Ice Ability: Refrigerate Height: 8' 10" Weight: 496.0 lbs.	Species: Despot Pokémon Type: Rock/Dragon Ability: Strong Jaw Height: 8' 02" Weight: 595.2 lbs.

Sources: http://www.jeuxvideo.com/news/2013/00068044-dragmara-revele-dans-pokemon-x-y.htm and http://www.pokemonxy.com/en-us/pokemon/other_pokemon

Birthday Pokémon Center Event Distribution

From Saturday, October 12, 2013, players of the Japanese versions of Pokémon X and Y will be able to visit their local Pokémon Center to receive one of 10 different Pokémon. The previous Birthday Tabunne will stop being distributed on October 11th, 2013. Pikachu, Eievui, Showers, Thunders, Booster, Eifie, Blscky, Leafia, Glacia and Nymphia will be the distributed birthday Pokémon.

Patrons also will receive a special 5% off coupon that can be used on their birthday. It cannot be combined with other discount services. A birth certificate, drivers license or passport must be presented to confirm the date of birth.


Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/gp/pokecen/birthday/

The official Korean Pokémon website has revealed that the Pokémon based on the ones used to win this year Korean World Championships Qualification Tournament will be distributed to players of the Korean versions of Pokémon Black, White, Black 2 and White 2. Three different at Pokémon will be distributed at the COEX Mall in Gangnam-gu Seoul, South Korea via Infared. There is three different time periods that the Pokémon will be distributed.


Junior Division winner Kwon Do Heun (권도훈) who is 12 years old will have his Hitmontop distributed from August 17th, 2013 until August 18th, 2013. Senior Division winner Sa Seung Heon (사승헌) who is 15 years old will have his Cresselia distributed from August 24th, 2013 until August 25th, 2013. Master Division winner Sejun Park (박세준) will have his Liepard distributed from August 31st, 2013 until September 1st, 2013.


Hitmontop: Level: 55, OT: 권도훈, Ability: Intimidate, Moves: Fake Out, Close Combat, Sucker Punch, Helping Hand, Item: Fighting Gem
Cresselia: Level: 68, OT: 사승헌, Ability: Levitate, Moves: Ice Beam, Psyshock, Energy Ball, Hidden Power, Item: Expert Belt
Liepard: Level: 20, OT: 박세준, Ability: Prankster, Moves: Fake Out, Foul Play, Encore, Swagger, Item: Dark Gem

Source: http://pokemonkorea.co.kr/news/news_view.asp?IDX=10054