To celebrate the launch of Pokémon Black 2 and Pokémon White 2, players get the chance to catch the newly discovered legendary bug Pokémon Genesect during a special distribution event via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection between October 7th and November 12th! The Pokémon Company International has released this great video to showcase this amazing mythical Pokémon.


This incredibly powerful and versatile Pokémon has a signature Techno Blast that only it can learn, plus has the ability to adjust its power levels based on opponents' attacks. The Genesect distribution is for a limited time only, so make sure that you catch yours before time runs out!

In addition to the Nintendo World Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 pre-launch events announced last week, New York Comic Con will also be hosting a massive Pokémon interactive experience to celebrate the release of the new games in the United States. Below are the details.


New York Comic Con is the East Coast's biggest and most exciting popular culture convention. The show floor plays host to the latest and greatest in comics, graphic novels, anime, manga, video games, toys, movies, and television.

TWO SPECIAL EVENTS CELEBRATE THE LAUNCH WEEK OF POKÉMON BLACK VERSION 2 AND POKÉMON WHITE VERSION 2

Nintendo is hosting two special events in New York to celebrate the upcoming launch of Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 for the Nintendo DS family of portable video game systems. On Oct. 6 at the Nintendo World store from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., fans can gather for a chance to be among the first in the nation to purchase the games in advance of their Oct. 7 release. Additionally, the first 1,000 people in line to purchase either game will receive a unique Pokémon scarf, and all attendees will have the opportunity to take photos with costumed characters of Pokémon Snivy, Tepig and Oshawott.

A week later on Oct. 13, during New York Comic-Con, Pokémon fans can participate in a massive interactive experience at the nearby Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 Launch Celebration, enjoying a wide array of activities highlighting the imaginative fun of the Pokémon franchise. Planned activities include live performances from the Chicago-based band I Fight Dragons, a live stage show, a Pokémon photo booth, an opportunity to receive the mythical Pokémon Genesect for attendees who bring their Nintendo 3DS or Nintendo DS and copy of the game, hands-on time with Pokédex 3D Pro for Nintendo 3DS prior to its Nov. 8 launch and live Pokémon-themed ice sculpting.

Attendees who participate in the event's activities will receive tickets that can be redeemed on-site during event hours for a variety of Pokémon giveaways (while supplies last). The Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 Launch Celebration will be open from noon to 8 p.m. at SIR Stage37 at 508 W. 37th St. (one block north of the Javits Center). A New York Comic-Con badge is not needed for admission to this free event. Event attendees who are interested in purchasing Pokémon Black Version 2 or Pokémon White Version 2 can take free Nintendo shuttles between the Javits Center, SIR Stage37 and the Nintendo World store during event hours.

Sources: http://www.newyorkcomiccon.com/ and http://press.nintendo.com/articles.jsp?id=35367

Official Nintendo distributor Maxsoft will be holding a Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 Launch Event on October 7th, 2012 at the Funan DigitaLife Mall Level 5 just outside Cawaii Koohii in Singapore. A Pokémon tournament will be held as part of the event. Below are the details.

To Participate:

• Players must pre-register at Maxsoft’s website. (A registration link will be up on 1st October, limited to 48pax)
• Players are to bring their SEALED Pokémon Black Version 2 or Pokémon White Version 2 video game to register for the event at Level 5 Funan DigitaLife Mall before 12pm.
• At 1pm, players will start removing the seals to start the Pokémon Black Version 2 or Pokémon White Version 2 video game together.
• There would be a 15 minutes break for every hour of gameplay.
• Trainers are strictly NOT allowed to trade from any other games, including neighbor’s Pokémon Black Version 2 or Pokémon White Version 2 video game or even his/her own Pokémon Black Version or Pokémon White Version video game.

Rules for Competition:

• This competition will be using the Triple Battle format.
• The Wonder Launcher may be used.
• Players may use Pokémon found in the Pokémon Black 2 Version or Pokémon White 2 Version, including Genesect (Unova Dex #300)

Pokémon information:

• All Pokémon will automatically become Level 50 during battles.
• A player's team may consist more than one of the same Pokémon with the same National Pokédex number.
• Pokémon may only use moves learned by one of these methods: Leveling up, TM or HM, As an Egg Move – Via breeding, From a character in the game
• Already known by a Pokémon received at an official Pokémon event or promotion

Items:

• Each Pokémon on a player’s team may use held items
• All items must have been acquired in Pokémon Black Version 2 or Pokémon White Version 2
• BATTLES and Results Tracking: Battles will be conducted in 4 rounds of Swiss (battles); Trainers will be paired in teams; No one will be battling against someone whom they have already fought.

Random checks will be conducted throughout the competition. Anyone caught with illegal Pokémon will be disqualified immediately.

Source: http://www.maxsoftonline.com/events.html

Pokémon Town opened on September 20th, 2012 on the 5th floor of Core Pacific City in Taipei, Taiwan. Pikachu was on hand for the opening celebration of the store which features genuine imported Pokémon goods from the Japanese Pokémon Center. Toys, plushies and clothes are all available for purchase at the store.


Also announced was the Taiwanese titles of the 15th movie and short. Kyurem VS the Sacred Swordsman Keldeo (酋雷姆VS聖劍士 凱路迪歐) and Meloetta's Sparkling Recital (美洛耶塔的閃亮音樂會) will premiere in theaters in Taiwan on October 5th, 2012. Keldeo is also being distributed to players of Japanese versions of Pokémon Black and White (ポケットモンスター ブラック・ホワイト) or Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 (ポケットモンスター ブラック2・ホワイト2) from September 20th, 2012 until October 20th, 2012. Players need to pre-order a ticket for the 15th movie, have a genuine cartridge of one of the games and a Nintendo DS variant.

Keldeo Distribution Locations

Location	Address	Phone
Pokémon Town Core Pacific City (5F) 京華城(5F)	Bade Road, Section 4, 5th Floor, No. 138 台北市八德路4段138號5樓	(02)3762-2051
Itabashi FE21 板橋大遠百(5F)	5th Floor, No. 28, Station Road, Banqiao District, New Taipei City 新北市板橋區新站路28號5樓	(02)2951-3309
Hsinchu Big City Mall (5F) 新竹巨城購物中心(5F)	Hsinchu City Central Road No. 229, 5th Floor 新竹市中央路229號5樓	(03)535-0236
Taichung FE21 (5F) 台中大遠百(5F)	Taichung Station Chungkang 5th Floor, No. 105, Sec. 台中市台中港路二段105號5樓	(04)2259-1960
Kaohsiung FE21 (6F) 高雄大遠百(6F)	Kaohsiung Sanduo 4th, 6th Floor, No. 21 高雄市三多四路21號6樓	(07)536-2116

Pokémon Town Grand Opening Video

Images from the grand opening of Pokémon Town have been posted on our Imageboard. You can visit the thread by clicking here.

Sources: http://www.my-cartoon.com.tw/ and http://www.my-cartoon.com.tw/pokemon/m15/download.htm

The mythical Pokémon Keldeo is to be given away in advance to the three winners of a special Pokémon-related contest that is taking place in Greece as of today. It has been announced that in-store events for the distribution of Keldeo will follow, although the dates have not been revealed yet.

Press Release (Translated)

Are you a Pokémon fan?

After the designation of the winner and Mario's most loyal friend via the "Are you a Super Mario fan?" contest of www.nintendo.gr and on the occasion of the release of Pokémon Black 2 and Pokémon White 2, www.nintendo.gr is organizing a unique contest for the community of Pokémon friends in Greece, rewarding them with a special and rare gift.

Are you a Pokémon fan? Have you experienced countless adventures, hours of battling, joy and fun trying to collect as many and strong Pokémon as possible? Have you traveled to magical places, fought endless battles and traded with your friends trying to get the largest Pokémon collection?

The three most ardent Pokémon friends will win the mythical Pokémon Keldeo first.

How can you prove that you're a fan of the Pokémon series and that you deserve the aforementioned gift?

It's simple.

Step number one: Take a picture of yourself, together with all the Pokémon video games that you have in your possession.

Step number two: List the Pokémon games that appear in your picture.

Step number three: Send the picture together with your list to [email protected] in an e-mail with "Pokémon fan" as the title.

The three Nintendo friends that send the largest list of games until the 30th of September will see their pictures on the www.nintendo.gr main page and will win the mythical Pokémon Keldeo.

The list may only include games that Pokémon star in or mention "Pokémon" in their title, as well as items that are Pokémon-related (e.g. plush toys, shirts, keychains, etc.) The games and items that are listed must be included in the picture as well in order for them to count.

Only permanent residents of Greece may take part in this competition and a user account on www.nintendo.gr is required.

For any questions or comments, you can post on the related forum thread on www.nintendo.gr by clicking here.

The three winning Pokémon fans will be able to obtain the new mythical Pokémon Keldeo on Pokémon Black Version or Pokémon White Version.

This colourful, incredibly powerful Fighting- and Water-type Pokémon cannot be caught during normal gameplay except via its distribution as the prize of this competition or its distribution during the exclusive events that will follow for a limited time only. Players who receive the Original [sic] Form Keldeo in their game can then transfer it to the Pokémon Black Version 2 or Pokémon White Version 2 games, that will be released on the 12th of October. In the new games, players will be able to play out a scenario that not only transforms Keldeo into a new form but also teaches it its signature move!

After the announcement of the results, the three winners, in order to obtain the Original [sic] Form Keldeo, must:

• Send us a European copy of the Pokémon Black or Pokémon White games
• Have obtained the Pokédex in their game
• Have no more than 11 Wonder Cards in their possession

Sources: http://www.nintendo.gr/fan-pokemon.html and http://www.nintendo.gr/forum/viewtopic.php?f=30&p=99094#p99094 (in Greek)

The official Pokémon site has revealed the mythical Pokémon Keldeo and has updated with information on its distribution. This Keldeo is identical to the one given out to Japanese players of Pokémon Black and White and Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 and will be distributed in-store in America and Europe to players of Pokémon Black and White. More specifically:

• In the United States, Keldeo will be distributed in GameStop stores from August 27th to October 6th.


• In the United Kingdom, Keldeo will be distributed in Game and Gamestation stores from September 1st to October 11th.


• In France, Germany and Spain Keldeo will be distributed in participating stores from September 1st to October 11th.


• In Italy, Keldeo will be distributed in GameStop stores from September 1st to October 11th.

When Keldeo is transferred to Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 and players visit a field close to Floccesy Town with this Pokémon in their party, Keldeo will be able to learn its signature move, Secret Sword. This will enable it to change from its Ordinary to its Resolute Form, thus gaining a new appearance. If the move is deleted or Keldeo is transferred back to Pokémon Black and White, it will revert to its Ordinary Form.

Press Release

DISCOVER THE NEW MYTHICAL POKÉMON KELDEO - Limited-Time Distribution of the Colt Pokémon Keldeo at GameStop Stores Nationwide

BELLEVUE, WA-August 20th, 2012-Beginning August 27th at GameStop stores nationwide, Pokémon fans can receive the newly discovered Mythical Pokemon Keldeo in their copies of Pokémon Black Version or Pokémon White Version. This colorful, incredibly powerful Fighting- and Water-type Pokémon cannot be caught during normal gameplay, and this GameStop distribution is only for a limited time. Once players receive the Original Form Keldeo in their game, it can be transferred into the new Pokémon Black Version 2 or Pokémon White Version 2 games, arriving in stores on October 7th. In the new games, players will be able to play out a cool scenario that not only transforms Keldeo into a new form but also teaches it its signature move!

Because the Colt Pokémon cannot be found during normal gameplay, this distribution is the only way Pokémon players can receive it at this time. During the distribution period, August 27th through October 6th, Pokémon fans can bring their Nintendo 3DS or Nintendo DS system and a copy of Pokémon Black Version or Pokémon White Version to GameStop and receive a Keldeo that knows Aqua Jet, Leer, Double Kick, and BubbleBeam. As a Fighting- and Water-type Pokémon, Keldeo excels at moves that are super effective against seven different Pokémon types: Normal, Fire, Ice, Ground, Rock, Dark, and Steel.

Powerful in its own right, when transferred into Pokémon Black Version 2 or Pokémon White Version 2, Keldeo will learn its signature move, Secret Sword, and transform into Resolute Form, a new look that features a more prominent horn on its head. Secret Sword is a Fighting-type move, well suited to Keldeo's high Special Attack stat. And, because Keldeo can learn this move from the very first stages of Pokémon Black Version 2 or Pokémon White Version 2, it will be a powerful ally as you continue your adventure.

Sources:
http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/vg_keldeo_reveal-2012-08-20/
http://www.pokemonblackwhite.com/pokemon-black-and-white-1/en-us/pokemon/get-keldeo/
http://www.pokemonblackwhite.com/pokemon-black-and-white-2/#en-us/story/keldeo
http://www.pokemonblackwhite.com/pokemon-black-and-white-2/#en-us/story/keldeo/details-keldeo-extended
http://www.pokemonblackwhite.com/pokemon-black-and-white-2/#en-us/pokemon/keldeo

As previously reported, a Genesect WiFi event is taking place for the Japanese versions of Pokémon Black 2 and White 2. The Japanese official Pokémon site has updated with information on this event. The details of the Genesect that is being distributed are as follows:

Pokémon	Info
	Level: 50
	OT: Plasma (プラズマ)
	Poké ball: Cherish Ball
	Ribbon: Classic Ribbon
	Ability: Download
	Held Item: None
	Attack 1: Techno Blast
	Attack 2: Magnet Bomb
	Attack 3: SolarBeam
	Attack 4: Signal Beam

Genesect's Techno Blast attack changes type depending on the item that Genesect is holding. In total, it can have four different types, which are:

• Fire Type (when Genesect is holding the Burn Drive)
  
  
  


• Electric Type (when Genesect is holding the Shock Drive)
  
  
  


• Water Type (when Genesect is holding the Douse Drive)
  
  
  


• Ice Type (when Genesect is holding the Chill Drive)
  
  
  

The special Drives that are needed to change Techno Blast's type can be obtained when players take Genesect to the P2 Lab. There, they will be challenged to a battle by a Team Plasma researcher and if they win, the researcher will give them two out of the four Drives. Pokémon Black 2 players will get the Burn and Shock Drives, while Pokémon White 2 players will get the Douse and Chill Drives.

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

All Star Cup 2012

A new WiFi tournament has been announced for the Japanese players of Pokémon Black 2 and White 2, called the All Star Cup 2012. This tournament will be held in September and lets players use any Pokémon from the Isshu dex, even legendary and mythical Pokémon that were excluded from previous competitions, such as Victini, Reshiram, Zekrom, Kyurem, Keldeo, Meloetta and Genesect.

Source: http://ja.pokemon-gl.com/#/information/417

Single Battle Strongest-class Pokémon event

Japanese players of Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 who visit a Pokémon Center from September 15th until October 28th will get the chance to obtain a random Pokémon out of several that are deemed to be the most powerful Pokémon in Single Battles. These will be selected based on the Pokémon that are used more frequently in Single Battles on the Pokémon Global Link. More information on this event will be revealed on the official site on September 15.

Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2012/08/120817_p01.html

Pikachu-themed 3DS XL

A new Pokémon-inspired design for the newly-released 3DS XL has been announced for Japan. It's called Pikachu Yellow and follows the dual-color scheme like the rest of the 3DS XL designs, with the exterior being yellow and featuring a Dream World art Pikachu and the interior being white. It will go on sale in Pokémon Centers nationwide for 18,900 yen and only for people who have pre-ordered it. Pre-orders start on August 25th and reservations are to be executed on a first-come, first-served basis. It's only possible to pre-order one console per person and only while supplies last.



Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2012/08/120817_p02.html

The Pokémon Global Link has announced a special distribution for Japanese players of Pokémon Black 2 and White 2. Those who participate in the "Summer Vacation Mission! 2012 Pokemon Sports League" online battle tournament that will be held by the Pokémon Daisuki Club until September 2nd, 2012 will be able to obtain a code that will give them access to a special Pikachu with its hidden ability and a special move. The event distribution will take place from September 19th, 2012 until January 31st, 2013. Players of Pokémon Black and White cannot participate in this tournament.
The details of the Pikachu to be distributed are as follows:

Pokémon	Info
	Level: 10
	Gender: Male
	Held Item: None
	Ability: Lightningrod
	Move 1: ThunderShock
	Move 2: Tail Whip
	Move 3: Thunder Wave
	Move 4: Headbutt

Source: http://ja.pokemon-gl.com/#/information/412

The Beginning Cup tournament and a new C-Gear skin

Another WiFi tournament for the Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 games was also announced on the the Pokémon Global Link website, called The Beginning Cup. This tournament will be held from August 24th until August 26th. People who want to participate must be registered to the Pokémon Daisuki Club and Pokémon Global Link sites and can sign up for the tournament from August 20th to August 23rd. The registration will operate on a first-come-first-serve basis. There are three age brackets, Juniors (for those born after 2001), Seniors (for those born from 1997 to 2000) and Masters (for those born before 1996). The Beginning Cup is a Double Battle tournament and the eligible Pokémon include all the Pokémon from the new Isshu dex in the Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 games with the exception of Victini, Reshiram, Zekrom, Kyurem, Keldeo, Meloetta and Genesect.
To commemorate the new WiFi tournament that will be held, a new C-Gear skin will be distributed to all Japanese players of Pokémon Black 2 and White 2. The design is inspired by the place where the Pokémon World Championships 2012 will be held, Hawaii. It will be available from August 20th until September 25th. Our B2W2 C-Gear page has been updated with the new information.



Sources: http://ja.pokemon-gl.com/about/sp/bc2012/ and http://ja.pokemon-gl.com/#/information/409

Manaphy Doll

Following from the distribution of the Reshiram and Zekrom dolls in July, the Pokémon Global Link website has updated with the information on the Dream World doll that will be given out to Japanese players for the month of August. The password that will be included in the August "issue" of the Pokémon Daisuki e-mail magazine will contain a password that will give players access to a special Manaphy doll. In order to receive this doll that will be distributed starting August 17th, players will need to have subscribed to the e-mail magazine no later than August 14th. Our Dream World Furnishings page will be updated as the new dolls and passwords are revealed.

Source: http://ja.pokemon-gl.com/#/information/408

To coincide with the Porygon events in Japan and Korea, the Pokémon Global Link in association with IGN are distributing various Porygon related event downloads. Our event database has been updated to include this Porygon. Below are all the passwords.

• North America: IGNPORYGON
• United Kingdom: PORYEUROGAMERNET
• France: PORYEUROGAMERFR
• Germany: PORYEUROGAMERDE
• Italy: PORYEUROGAMERIT

Also, players can get a Porygon2 Doll to decorate their house in the Pokémon Dream World. Once players have claimed the Porygon2 Doll on the promotions page, they can visit the Pokémon Dream World and check their Dream Catalogue to find it. This is a free item and does not cost any Berries. Our Dream World Furnishings page has been updated.


Finally a C-Gear skin featuring Porygon-Z is also available. The password to unlock it is: PORYZCGEAR2012. Our C-Gear page has been updated. Both the Porygon event download and the C-Gear skin are for Pokémon Black Version or Pokémon White Version. The Porygon event runs from July 12th, 2012 until September 27st, 2012.

Source: http://www.pokemon.com/pokemon-news/pgl_porygon-2012-07-12/

The official Pokémon YouTube page has reposted the Pokémon Black and White 2 - July Trailer. Below is the clip. It reveals that Achroma's English name is Colress.

Korean Summer Carnival Pikachu

The official Korean Pokémon website has revealed that a Summer Carnival Pikachu will be distributed in Seoul, South Korea from July 14th, 2012 until August 29th, 2012 for players of the Korean versions of Pokémon Black and White via infrared at the aT Center. The Pikachu will be level 100, has the OT 'Summer Carnival (썸머카니발)' and will know the moves: Thunder, Volt Tackle, Grass Knot and Quick Attack.


Source: http://pokemonkorea.co.kr/html/event/event_Off_view.asp?pFlag=Y&idx=219&mPage=Y

15th Movie Revealed for Korea

The official 15th Pocket Monsters website has now launched for Korea and the tentative title has been revealed as Kyurem VS the Sacred Swordsman (큐레무 VS 성검사). The movie will be released in South Korea sometime in 2012 but the exact date has not been announced. A poster and teaser trailer can be viewed on the official site.


Source: http://movie.pokemonkorea.co.kr/M15/index.asp

Cobalon, Terrakion and Virizion C-Gear Skins

To promote the announcement of the 15th movie in Korea the Cobalon, Terrakion and Virizion C-Gear skins were posted. They will be available from July 5th, 2012 until August 31st, 2012 for all players of the Korean versions of Pokémon Black and White that have linked their carts to the Pokémon Global Link. Our Black and White C-Gear page has been updated with the info.


Source: http://ko.pokemon-gl.com/#/information/387

Super Pokémon Scramble (슈퍼 포켓몬 대격돌)

Super Pokémon Scramble (슈퍼 포켓몬 대격돌) will be released in Korea on July 12th, 2012 for 44,000won. The Nintendo 3DS game finally arrives in South Korea a year after it debuted in Japan. Our passwords page has been updated and will be continuously updated as new passwords are revealed for the Korean version of the game.


Source: http://www.nintendo.co.kr/3DS/software/SuperPokemon/index.php