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The official Pokémon movie website has updated with information on the movie short's narration. Translations follow:
We are happy to announce that Mizuki Yamamoto (山本美月), popular feature model for the magazine "CanCam" and active mainstream actress will be providing the narration for Pokémon the Movie XY: Pikachu and the Pokémon Musicians! This will be her first time doing animation narration!
The short "Pikachu and the Pokémon Musicians" is a music-themed story that unfolds as the Pokémon produce a lovely harmony! Pay note to the kind of narration this fun story about cute Pokémon will receive!
As the narration serves as a bridge between the story and the audience, "I think it's a very important part of the movie" Mizuki says with a suddenly serious expression in the middle of her cute smiles. She had the following to say:
A personal comment from Mizuki Yamamoto
Ever since I was a child, my entire family loved "Pokémon" so much that it was the most natural thing in the world for us to go watch the new movie every year. The anime was always very close to me, so I was extremely happy I was chosen to be a part of it.
I had to rerecord even really short lines many times each, which made me not only feel how committed the production staff is to their work, but also increased my respect for the voice actors and made me understand even better how dedicated they are to doing their best. Also, I believe the narration plays a very big role in how easy it is to understand the story and think it's a very important part of the movie, which made me very tense during all this.
I've always looked up to and wanted to be like the kind of older sister-character singing songs on childrens' television shows, so I want to get across the feeling that I'm the older sister of all the children in the audience with this narration and do my best as only Mizuki Yamamoto can.
Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=1572
"Pokémon the movie XY: Pikachu and the Pokémon Musicians"'s Narrator is Announced
We are happy to announce that Mizuki Yamamoto (山本美月), popular feature model for the magazine "CanCam" and active mainstream actress will be providing the narration for Pokémon the Movie XY: Pikachu and the Pokémon Musicians! This will be her first time doing animation narration!
The short "Pikachu and the Pokémon Musicians" is a music-themed story that unfolds as the Pokémon produce a lovely harmony! Pay note to the kind of narration this fun story about cute Pokémon will receive!
As the narration serves as a bridge between the story and the audience, "I think it's a very important part of the movie" Mizuki says with a suddenly serious expression in the middle of her cute smiles. She had the following to say:
A personal comment from Mizuki Yamamoto
Ever since I was a child, my entire family loved "Pokémon" so much that it was the most natural thing in the world for us to go watch the new movie every year. The anime was always very close to me, so I was extremely happy I was chosen to be a part of it.
I had to rerecord even really short lines many times each, which made me not only feel how committed the production staff is to their work, but also increased my respect for the voice actors and made me understand even better how dedicated they are to doing their best. Also, I believe the narration plays a very big role in how easy it is to understand the story and think it's a very important part of the movie, which made me very tense during all this.
I've always looked up to and wanted to be like the kind of older sister-character singing songs on childrens' television shows, so I want to get across the feeling that I'm the older sister of all the children in the audience with this narration and do my best as only Mizuki Yamamoto can.
CanCam Pokemon Special
There's more! The magazine "CanCam", where Mizuki Yamamoto works as a model, is putting out a special Pokémon issue! It will be on sale March 23rd!
Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=1572
The official Pokémon movie website has updated with information on upcoming festivals. Translations follow:
Last year's blockbuster, "The Cocoon of Destruction and Diancie" and its co-feature "Pikachu, What Kind of Keys are These?" will be shown at the "Tokyo Anime Award Festival 2015" being held Thursday March 19th to Monday March 23rd!
Pikachu will be there as a special guest as well!
The screening will be at TOHO Cinemas Nihonbashi, March 21st at 12:30pm!
For further information, see the official Tokyo Anime Award Festival 2015 website
"AnimeJapan 2015" will be held at the Tokyo Big Sight Saturday March 21st and Sunday March 22nd!
There, the movie's protagonist Pokémon "Pikachu" and "Hoopa" will be at the ShoPro ooth, which will be marked with a Pikachu balloon!! The popular "Appear! Box Challenge" from the Next Generation World Hobby Fair '15 Winter will be held there! Take the correct Pokémon out of the "Appear!" box and win a special sticker set! In addition, all participants, including those who fail the challenge, will be given a post card!
In addition, the family area "Family Anime Festa" will have a special Pokémon stage show Sunday the 22nd at 12:30pm. Move your bodies and dance with Pikachu and the others!
There will also be a special stage show featuring Tomohisa Sako, who sings the "Pocket Monsters XY" anime's opening theme "Getta Banban"!
Entry is free for elementary schoolers! Come to AnimeJapan 2015!
*The "Family Anime Festa" is limited to elementary schoolers and accompanying parents only
For further information, see the official AnimeJapan 2015 website
Sources: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=1552 and http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=1562
"The Cocoon of Destruction and Diancie" Will Be Shown at the "Tokyo Anime Festival 2015"! Pikachu Will Be There As Well!
Last year's blockbuster, "The Cocoon of Destruction and Diancie" and its co-feature "Pikachu, What Kind of Keys are These?" will be shown at the "Tokyo Anime Award Festival 2015" being held Thursday March 19th to Monday March 23rd!
Pikachu will be there as a special guest as well!
The screening will be at TOHO Cinemas Nihonbashi, March 21st at 12:30pm!
For further information, see the official Tokyo Anime Award Festival 2015 website
Pikachu and Hoopa Will "Appear!" at "AnimeJapan 2015"
There, the movie's protagonist Pokémon "Pikachu" and "Hoopa" will be at the ShoPro ooth, which will be marked with a Pikachu balloon!! The popular "Appear! Box Challenge" from the Next Generation World Hobby Fair '15 Winter will be held there! Take the correct Pokémon out of the "Appear!" box and win a special sticker set! In addition, all participants, including those who fail the challenge, will be given a post card!
In addition, the family area "Family Anime Festa" will have a special Pokémon stage show Sunday the 22nd at 12:30pm. Move your bodies and dance with Pikachu and the others!
There will also be a special stage show featuring Tomohisa Sako, who sings the "Pocket Monsters XY" anime's opening theme "Getta Banban"!
Entry is free for elementary schoolers! Come to AnimeJapan 2015!
*The "Family Anime Festa" is limited to elementary schoolers and accompanying parents only
For further information, see the official AnimeJapan 2015 website
Sources: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=1552 and http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=1562
The official Pokémon movie website has updated with new story details and character profiles. Translations follow:
Story
One hundred years ago, the desert city "Désser City" got severely damaged in a battle between Pokémon. The battle was started due to one specific Pokémon.However, the Pokémon got sealed by someone, and the city went back to being as peaceful as ever, a state it still is in today.
As Satoshi, Pikachu and the others continue their journey, they encounter the mythical Pokémon Hoopa, who carries "rings that can summon anything and everything", and a girl named Mary who takes care of Hoopa.
The mischievous Hoopa starts summoning all kinds of things from its rings, including its favorite food, donuts, to everyone's surprise and enjoyment.
Ever a prankster, the simple-minded and innocent Hoopa starts referring to Satoshi and Pikachu as "Saton" and "Pikan". It quickly befriends the group, and they all decid to travel together.
Once they arrive in Désser City, Satoshi and the others meet Mary's older brother, Barza.
However, something seems off about him. On a closer look, he's holding the "Prison Bottle" that's said to have sealed the Pokémon that once destroyed the city!
An evil air drifts out of the bottle. It appears that the seal has become undone over all this time.
Just then, legendary Pokémon giving off that same air appear! Primal Groudon, Primal Kyogre, Dialga, Palkia, Giratina and Kyurem... This will put the city in extreme danger.
In order to protect the city, Hoopa makes more legendary Pokémon "Appear!" from its rings! Will Satoshi and his friends manage to protect Désser City alongside the legendary Pokémon Hoopa made "Appear!"? And what is the true identity of this evil power?
LEGEND VS LEGEND!
The most fierce battle in Pokémon movie history is about to begin!
Character Profiles
Mythical Pokémon:| Picture | Biography |
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Hoopa: By speaking the word "Appear!", it is able to summon all kinds of things, Pokémon and people included, with its rings! It loves pranks and donuts! Species: Mischief Pokémon Type: Psychic/Ghost Height: 0.5 m Weight: 9.0 kg Ability: Magician |
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Arceus: A one-of-a-kind Pokémon said to have created the world! Species: Creation Pokémon Type: Normal Height: 3.2 m Weight: 320.0 kg Ability: Multitype |
Legendary Pokémon:
| Picture | Biography |
|---|---|
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Latias: Species: Eon Pokémon Type: Dragon/Psychic Height: 1.4 m Weight: 40.0 kg Ability: Levitate |
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Giratina (Another Forme): Species: Renegade Pokémon Type: Ghost/Dragon Height: 4.5 m Weight: 750.0 kg Ability: Pressure |
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Lugia: Species: Diving Pokémon Type: Psychic/Flying Height: 5.2 m Weight: 216.0 kg Ability: Pressure |
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Dialga: Species: Time Pokémon Type: Steel/Dragon Height: 5.4 m Weight: 683.0 kg Ability: Pressure |
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Black Mega Rayquaza: Species: Sky High Pokémon Type: Dragon/Flying Height: 10.8 m Weight: 392.0 kg Ability: Delta Stream |
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Kyurem: Species: Boundary Pokémon Type: Dragon/Ice Height: 3.0 m Weight: 325.0 kg Ability: Pressure |
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Palkia: Species: Space Pokémon Type: Water/Dragon Height: 4.2 m Weight: 336.0 kg Ability: Pressure |
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Primal Groudon: Species: Continent Pokémon Type: Ground/Fire Height: 5.0 m Weight: 999.7 kg Ability: Desolate Land |
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Latios: Species: Eon Pokémon Type: Dragon/Psychic Height: 2.0 m Weight: 60.0 kg Ability: Levitate |
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Primal Kyogre: Species: Sea Basin Pokémon Type: Water Height: 9.8 m Weight: 430.0 kg Ability: Primordial Sea |
Characters:
| Picture | Biography |
|---|---|
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Mary (メアリ): A girl taking care of the mythical Pokémon Hoopa. She used to live together with Hoopa in Arkhē Valley. Barza's younger sister. She encounters Satoshi and the others in Désser City. |
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Barza (バルザ): A young man who used to live together with Hoopa in Arkhē Valley. Mary's older brother. He found the "Prison Bottle" in the desert and took it with him. |
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The Traveler (旅人): The person who sealed the Pokémon that caused great damage to Désser City in the "Prison Bottle" one hundred years ago. |
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Serena: A girl from Asame Town who loves to dress well. She competes in Tripokalons while traveling around with Satoshi and the others! Her dream is to win the Tripokalons and become Kalos Queen! |
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Satoshi: A Pokémon Trainer from Masara Town. Together with his partner Pikachu, he has come to the Kalos region to pursue his dream of becoming a "Pokémon Master". He loves Pokémon more than anyone else, has a strong heart and never gives up. |
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Citron: He is from Miare City. He is the Gym Leader of the Miare Gym and uses Electric types. A talented inventor, his backpack is equipped with an Eipam Arm he is very proud of. |
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Eureka: She is from Miare City. Citron's little sister. A girl with a strong character who is always looking for brides for Citron. Citron lets her "keep" his Pokémon until she becomes a Pokémon Trainer. |
Sources: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/story/and http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/chara/
The official Japanese Movie 18 website has recently updated with a new trailer and information on the moie short. Translations follow:
For the first time ever!
"A musical performance using Pokémon cries! The Pokémon produce a lovely harmony! Will Pikachu and the others manage a successful performance?"
Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/short/ and http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/trailer/
Story
For the first time ever!
"A musical performance using Pokémon cries! The Pokémon produce a lovely harmony! Will Pikachu and the others manage a successful performance?"
Characters
Movie Trailer
Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/short/ and http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/trailer/
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The official Japanese Movie 18 website has recently updated with information relating to the movie's pre-order ticket. Translations follow:
The special pre-order movie ticket finally goes on sale Saturday March 7th!
This year we have a double giveaway! Amazingly, in addition to receiving the mythical Pokémon "Arceus", you will also receive one more legendary Pokémon! *
Look up further information on the "special pre-order ticket that includes an Arceus present code and an "Appear! Legendary Pokémon!" exchange voucher" this instant!
*The Pokémon can be received for the Nintendo 3DS games Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire/X/Y. The Pokémon are video game data, they are not figures, plushies, etc.
For further information, see the ticket section on the official Pokémon Movie Website
There's more! If you purchase the special pre-order movie ticket at the theater, you will receive an "Appear! clear file folder" limited to 300 000 patrons nationwide. It's a clear file with two different images: When you remove the sheet inside the folder, the legendary Pokémon will "Appear!"
*You will receive one folder with each special pre-order movie ticket purchased (parent-child tickets come with two folders).
*This folder is not for sale. Please do not purchase one from resellers.
*Each theater has a limited number of folders. Please understand if supplies have run out.
*Please contact your local theater for further information.
The mythical Pokémon "Arceus" will be available for download when the special pre-order movie tickets go on sale.
Look forward to Saturday March 7th, 2015!
Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=1541
The special pre-order movie ticket giving access to a double giveaway will be on sale starting Saturday March 7th, 2015! If you purchase it at the theater you will be given a limited edition "Appear!" clear file folder!
The special pre-order movie ticket finally goes on sale Saturday March 7th!
This year we have a double giveaway! Amazingly, in addition to receiving the mythical Pokémon "Arceus", you will also receive one more legendary Pokémon! *
Look up further information on the "special pre-order ticket that includes an Arceus present code and an "Appear! Legendary Pokémon!" exchange voucher" this instant!
*The Pokémon can be received for the Nintendo 3DS games Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire/X/Y. The Pokémon are video game data, they are not figures, plushies, etc.
For further information, see the ticket section on the official Pokémon Movie Website
There's more! If you purchase the special pre-order movie ticket at the theater, you will receive an "Appear! clear file folder" limited to 300 000 patrons nationwide. It's a clear file with two different images: When you remove the sheet inside the folder, the legendary Pokémon will "Appear!"
*You will receive one folder with each special pre-order movie ticket purchased (parent-child tickets come with two folders).
*This folder is not for sale. Please do not purchase one from resellers.
*Each theater has a limited number of folders. Please understand if supplies have run out.
*Please contact your local theater for further information.
The mythical Pokémon "Arceus" will be available for download when the special pre-order movie tickets go on sale.
Look forward to Saturday March 7th, 2015!
Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=1541
Feb 24 2015
Arceus Movie Ticket Event
Pre-Order Ticket Arceus
From March 7th, 2015 until July 17th, 2015, patrons that pre-order a ticket for the 18th Pocket Monster movie - Pokémon the Movie XY - The Archdjinni of Rings: Hoopa will receive Arceus an as serial code present. The tickets can be purchased at the following participating locations: 7-11 (セブン-イレブン)、Ito-Yokado (イトーヨーカドー)、Aeon (イオン)、 Aeon Supercenter (イオンスーパーセンター)、Toys"R"Us (トイザらス)、Apita (アピタ)、Piago (ピアゴ)、Al-Plaza (アル・プラザ)、Heiwado (平和堂)、 Daiei (ダイエー)、Fuji (フジ)、Pokémon Centers (ポケモンセンター), Pokémon Stores (ポケモンストア), and participating cinemas (一部映画館). General admission is 1400yen, youth admission is 800yen and a parent/child combo is 2100yen.
Arcues can be redeemed from March 7th, 2015 until August 31, 2015 via the serial code that is included on the ticket. Multiple Arcues codes can be used on a single cartridge but each tickets serial code can only be redeemed once. Arceus can be redeemed in: Pocket Monsters X or Y or Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby or Alpha Sapphire.
| Pokémon | Info |
|---|---|
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Level: 100 |
| Poké ball: Cherish Ball | |
| Ability: Multitype (マルチタイプ) | |
| Held Item: Silk Scarf or 1 of 17 different Plates | |
| Attack 1: Judgment | |
| Attack 2: Blast Burn | |
| Attack 3: Hydro Cannon | |
| Attack 4: Earth Power |
From June 20th, 2015 until August 31st, 2015, people that present their ticket at a participating retailer will also get 1 of 6 different Legendary Pokémon in addition to Arceus. Details on that distribution will be revealed on April 15th, 2015.
Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/tickets/
The official Japanese Movie 18 website has recently updated with information relating to the move and its tie-in events. Translations follow:
The stunning poster for this year's Pokémon movie, "Pokémon the Movie XY - The Archdjinni of Rings: Hoopa", has been revealed! It features a massive lineup of legendary Pokemon, with the movie's star Pokémon Hoopa in the center. In addition, it also shows some people that will play key roles in the movie!?
For further information, keep checking the official Pokémon movie website for updates!
The "Appear! Drawing Contest" run through 10 of Shogakukan's children's magazines started February 20th with the release of "Pokémon Fan" issue 40. This year's theme is the new Pokémon Hoopa! Color in Hoopa, then draw your favorite Pokémon around it and send in your drawing!
In addition to "Pokémon Fan" issue 40, entry forms will also be included in Shogakukan children's magazines like the April issue of "First Grader Magazine" and the April issue of "Corocoro Comic", 10 magazines in total. You can even download forms from the official Pokémon movie site!
New this year is the addition of a "Pokémon Art Academy Prize" you can apply for by submitting entries through the Nintendo 3DS game "Pokémon Art Academy"!
The winners of the Grand Prizes, the Pokémon With You Prize and the Pokémon Art Academy Prize will be listed by name in the movie itself!
Further winners will receive extravagant prizes as well!
Entries must arrive by Friday April 17th!
We're waiting for your masterpieces!
*An original Pokémon Center "New Nintendo 3DS Groudon Edition" or "New Nintendo 3DS Kyogre Edition" (you will receive one of the two variants. Winners will not be able to choose which variant they receive)
*A copy of the Nintendo 3DS game "Pokémon Art Academy"
*Your name and drawing included in the movie
Winners from Corocoro, Corocoro Ichiban, Shonen Sunday, Kindergartener Magazine, First Grader Magazine, Second Grader Magazine, Pokémon Fan and TV-kun: A set of four Monster Collection figures (Primal Groudon, Primal Kyogre, Mega Rayquaza and Hoopa)
Winners from Pucchigumi and Ciao: A PitaPoké Tree House toy set
Four booster packs from the Pokémon Card Game expansion Emerald Break (each pack contains 5 cards. The cards are randomly inserted)
*Your submitted drawing will be used (or a limited time) as the headmark on a train that will actually run in the Tohoku region.
*Your name and drawing will also be included in the movie.
This is a really fun train run by JR East in full collaboration with the disaster relief organization "Pokémon With You". It was born December 22nd 2012 in order to bring joy to the people of Tohoku, a result of many people's desire to help the people in that region. It's currently running weekends and holidays on the Ofunato Line (between Ichinoseki and Kesennuma). Make sure to ride the Pokémon With You Train and create fun memories from Tohoku.
*An original Pokémon Center "New Nintendo 3DS Groudon Edition" or "New Nintendo 3DS Kyogre Edition" (you will receive one of the two variants. Winners will not be able to choose which variant they receive)
*A Nintendo 3DS Pokémon game of your choice (You can select 1 cartridge or download version of any Pokémon game released after January 1st 2013)
*Your name and drawing included in the movie
The participating magazines are the following:
Pokémon Fan issue 40, on sale February 20th
Corocoro Ichiban April issue, on sale February 21st
Kindergartener April issue, on sale February 28th
First Grader April issue, on sale February 28th
Second Grader April issue, on sale February 28th
TV-kun April issue, on sale February 28th
Ciao April issue, on sale March 3rd
Corocoro Comic April issue, on sale March 14th
Pucchigumi April issue, on sale March 14th
Shonen Sunday issue 16/1015, on sale March 18th
Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=1530,http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=1533 and http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/illustration_contest/
The Poster for "Pokémon the Movie XY - The Archdjinni of Rings: Hoopa" is revealed
The stunning poster for this year's Pokémon movie, "Pokémon the Movie XY - The Archdjinni of Rings: Hoopa", has been revealed! It features a massive lineup of legendary Pokemon, with the movie's star Pokémon Hoopa in the center. In addition, it also shows some people that will play key roles in the movie!?
For further information, keep checking the official Pokémon movie website for updates!
We're now taking entries for the "Appear! Drawing Contest"! This year's theme is the new Pokémon Hoopa!
The "Appear! Drawing Contest" run through 10 of Shogakukan's children's magazines started February 20th with the release of "Pokémon Fan" issue 40. This year's theme is the new Pokémon Hoopa! Color in Hoopa, then draw your favorite Pokémon around it and send in your drawing!
In addition to "Pokémon Fan" issue 40, entry forms will also be included in Shogakukan children's magazines like the April issue of "First Grader Magazine" and the April issue of "Corocoro Comic", 10 magazines in total. You can even download forms from the official Pokémon movie site!
New this year is the addition of a "Pokémon Art Academy Prize" you can apply for by submitting entries through the Nintendo 3DS game "Pokémon Art Academy"!
The winners of the Grand Prizes, the Pokémon With You Prize and the Pokémon Art Academy Prize will be listed by name in the movie itself!
Further winners will receive extravagant prizes as well!
Entries must arrive by Friday April 17th!
We're waiting for your masterpieces!
The Grand Prize (1 winner per magazine)
*An original Pokémon Center "New Nintendo 3DS Groudon Edition" or "New Nintendo 3DS Kyogre Edition" (you will receive one of the two variants. Winners will not be able to choose which variant they receive)
*A copy of the Nintendo 3DS game "Pokémon Art Academy"
*Your name and drawing included in the movie
Runner-Up Prize (5 winners per magazine)
Winners from Corocoro, Corocoro Ichiban, Shonen Sunday, Kindergartener Magazine, First Grader Magazine, Second Grader Magazine, Pokémon Fan and TV-kun: A set of four Monster Collection figures (Primal Groudon, Primal Kyogre, Mega Rayquaza and Hoopa)
Winners from Pucchigumi and Ciao: A PitaPoké Tree House toy set
Lucky Prize (100 winners per magazine)
Four booster packs from the Pokémon Card Game expansion Emerald Break (each pack contains 5 cards. The cards are randomly inserted)
Pokémon With You Prize (1 winner total between all 10 magazines)
*Your submitted drawing will be used (or a limited time) as the headmark on a train that will actually run in the Tohoku region.
*Your name and drawing will also be included in the movie.
About the Pokémon With You Train:
This is a really fun train run by JR East in full collaboration with the disaster relief organization "Pokémon With You". It was born December 22nd 2012 in order to bring joy to the people of Tohoku, a result of many people's desire to help the people in that region. It's currently running weekends and holidays on the Ofunato Line (between Ichinoseki and Kesennuma). Make sure to ride the Pokémon With You Train and create fun memories from Tohoku.
New: Submit via the Nintendo 3DS game "Pokémon Art Academy"
Those of you who own "Pokémon Art Academy" can submit via that as well! See the official website for information
Pokémon Art Academy Prize (1 winner)
Those of you who own "Pokémon Art Academy" can submit via that as well! See the official website for information
Pokémon Art Academy Prize (1 winner)
*An original Pokémon Center "New Nintendo 3DS Groudon Edition" or "New Nintendo 3DS Kyogre Edition" (you will receive one of the two variants. Winners will not be able to choose which variant they receive)
*A Nintendo 3DS Pokémon game of your choice (You can select 1 cartridge or download version of any Pokémon game released after January 1st 2013)
*Your name and drawing included in the movie
The participating magazines are the following:
Pokémon Fan issue 40, on sale February 20th
Corocoro Ichiban April issue, on sale February 21st
Kindergartener April issue, on sale February 28th
First Grader April issue, on sale February 28th
Second Grader April issue, on sale February 28th
TV-kun April issue, on sale February 28th
Ciao April issue, on sale March 3rd
Corocoro Comic April issue, on sale March 14th
Pucchigumi April issue, on sale March 14th
Shonen Sunday issue 16/1015, on sale March 18th
Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=1530,http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=1533 and http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/illustration_contest/
The official Italian Pokémon website announced that the 17th Pokémon Movie Diancie e il bozzolo della distruzione will debut in theaters in Italy in a 4-Day event from February 21st, 2015 until February 24th, 2015. Last year the 17th movie debuted in theaters in Japan, Australia, and Canada marking an increased theatrical distribution of the movies worldwide.
Nel film Pokémon Diancie e il bozzolo della distruzione, il Pokémon misterioso Diancie è la principessa del sotterraneo Regno dei diamanti popolato da centinaia di Carbink. Il cuore di diamante che alimenta il mondo in cui vivono si sta esaurendo e Diancie non è ancora abbastanza forte per crearne un altro. Mentre è alla ricerca del Pokémon leggendario Xerneas, Diancie s'imbatte in uno stuolo di furfanti che vogliono sfruttare il suo potere di produzione di diamanti, ma che finiscono per risvegliare il Pokémon leggendario Yveltal dal suo bozzolo! Riusciranno Ash e i suoi amici ad aiutare Diancie a trovare la sua vera forza, a fermare la furia di Yveltal e salvare il Regno dei diamanti?
Diancie e il bozzolo della distruzione è il primo film Pokémon in cui compaiono Pokémon della regione di Kalos, dove sono ambientati i videogiochi Pokémon X e Pokémon Y e la 17ª stagione della serie animata Pokémon XY.
Non perderti questa fantastica avventura nelle sale cinematografiche che partecipano a questo straordinario evento dal 21 al 24 febbraio!
Sources: http://www.pokemon.com/it/novita/diancie-arriva-sul-grande-schermo/ and http://www.pokemonalcinema.it/
Press Release - Diancie arriva sul grande schermo!
A febbraio il film Pokémon Diancie e il bozzolo della distruzione arriva al cinema! La proiezione del film Pokémon Diancie e il bozzolo della distruzione avverrà nelle sale cinematografiche che partecipano a questo straordinario evento per soli quattro giorni, dal 21 al 24 febbraio 2015!Nel film Pokémon Diancie e il bozzolo della distruzione, il Pokémon misterioso Diancie è la principessa del sotterraneo Regno dei diamanti popolato da centinaia di Carbink. Il cuore di diamante che alimenta il mondo in cui vivono si sta esaurendo e Diancie non è ancora abbastanza forte per crearne un altro. Mentre è alla ricerca del Pokémon leggendario Xerneas, Diancie s'imbatte in uno stuolo di furfanti che vogliono sfruttare il suo potere di produzione di diamanti, ma che finiscono per risvegliare il Pokémon leggendario Yveltal dal suo bozzolo! Riusciranno Ash e i suoi amici ad aiutare Diancie a trovare la sua vera forza, a fermare la furia di Yveltal e salvare il Regno dei diamanti?
Diancie e il bozzolo della distruzione è il primo film Pokémon in cui compaiono Pokémon della regione di Kalos, dove sono ambientati i videogiochi Pokémon X e Pokémon Y e la 17ª stagione della serie animata Pokémon XY.
Non perderti questa fantastica avventura nelle sale cinematografiche che partecipano a questo straordinario evento dal 21 al 24 febbraio!
4-Day Cinema Event Trailer
Sources: http://www.pokemon.com/it/novita/diancie-arriva-sul-grande-schermo/ and http://www.pokemonalcinema.it/
The official Japanese Movie 18 website has updated with information on the Next Generation World Hobby Fair '15 Winter. Translations follow:
This winter's Next Generation World Hobby Fair starts Sunday January 18th! It will be held at 4 venues across the country, starting with Nagoya!
The Pokémon booth will be filled with the latest Pokémon information!
Make sure to get information on this year's movie, which title has just been announced as "The Archdjinni of Rings: Hoopa", as well as on the new Pokémon "Hoopa" itself!
At the Pokémon movie corner, we'll give out fliers full of information on the new Pokémon "Hoopa"!
In addition, we will offer an "Appear! Box Challenge", named after Hoopa's "mysterious power that makes it able to summon all kinds of things, Pokémon and people included, with its rings"!
Take the correct Pokémon out of the "Appear!" box and win a special sticker set! In addition, all participants, including those who fail the challenge, will be given a post card!
Come take the challenge at the fair!
At the Pokémon game corner, not only can you receive an "Alternate-colored Black Rayquaza" for your "Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire" and "Pocket Monsters X/Y" Nintendo 3DS games, it will also be loaded with attractions like a "Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire" battle corner, a Pokémon Card Game corner and more!
The venues are as follows:
Sunday January 18th, 9:00 to 16:00: The Nagoya Fair at the Nagoya Dome
Saturday January 24th and Sunday January 25th, 9:00 to 16:00: The Tokyo Fair at Makuhari Messe International Convention Complex, Exhibition Halls 9, 10 and 11
Sunday February 1st, 9:00 to 16:00: The Fukuoka Fair at the Fukuoka Yafuoku! Dome
Sunday February 8th, 9:00 to 16:00: The Osaka Fair at the Kyocera Dome
Admission is free! Come visit the Pokémon booth at the Next Generation World Hobby Fair!
For further information, see the Next Generation World Hobby Fair '15 Winter website
Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=1523
This winter's Next Generation World Hobby Fair starts Sunday January 18th! It will be held at 4 venues across the country, starting with Nagoya!
The Pokémon booth will be filled with the latest Pokémon information!
Make sure to get information on this year's movie, which title has just been announced as "The Archdjinni of Rings: Hoopa", as well as on the new Pokémon "Hoopa" itself!
At the Pokémon movie corner, we'll give out fliers full of information on the new Pokémon "Hoopa"!
In addition, we will offer an "Appear! Box Challenge", named after Hoopa's "mysterious power that makes it able to summon all kinds of things, Pokémon and people included, with its rings"!
Take the correct Pokémon out of the "Appear!" box and win a special sticker set! In addition, all participants, including those who fail the challenge, will be given a post card!
Come take the challenge at the fair!
At the Pokémon game corner, not only can you receive an "Alternate-colored Black Rayquaza" for your "Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire" and "Pocket Monsters X/Y" Nintendo 3DS games, it will also be loaded with attractions like a "Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire" battle corner, a Pokémon Card Game corner and more!
The venues are as follows:
Sunday January 18th, 9:00 to 16:00: The Nagoya Fair at the Nagoya Dome
Saturday January 24th and Sunday January 25th, 9:00 to 16:00: The Tokyo Fair at Makuhari Messe International Convention Complex, Exhibition Halls 9, 10 and 11
Sunday February 1st, 9:00 to 16:00: The Fukuoka Fair at the Fukuoka Yafuoku! Dome
Sunday February 8th, 9:00 to 16:00: The Osaka Fair at the Kyocera Dome
Admission is free! Come visit the Pokémon booth at the Next Generation World Hobby Fair!
For further information, see the Next Generation World Hobby Fair '15 Winter website
Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=1523
The official Japanese Movie 18 website has updated, revealing the official title of the feature film as The Archdjinni of Rings: Hoopa (光輪の超魔神 フーパ ) and the accompanying movie short's title as Pikachu and the Pokémon Musicians (ピカチュウとポケモンおんがくたい). Translations follow:
Aiming to become a Pokémon Master, Satoshi continues his journey together with his friends.
Just recently, they were visiting a Pokémon Center in a desert.
As they were taking a break and eating some donuts, a mysterious ring suddenly appeared behind them.
Then, a hand extended from inside the ring, attempting to take a donut!
"Wait!" Satoshi and Pikachu both grabbed hold of the hand,
which then pulled them both into the ring.
The ring then disappeared,
leaving a dumbfounded Citron, Serena and Eureka behind...
"Appear!" Satoshi and Pikachu fly out of the ring!
The scenery has suddenly changed, confusing Satoshi.
"Hihihi! Are you surprised?" "Who are you?" "I'm Hoopa!"
Huge towers can be seen in the distance.
Incredibly, as Satoshi and Pikachu passed through the ring,
they were instantly teleported to Désser City, the destination of their current journey.
This is the first time they encounter the mysterious Pokémon Hoopa.
What is this Pokémons true intentions?
What kind of powers do its rings conceal?
This is the beginning of Satoshi, Pikachu
and Hoopa's adventure!
Its name is Hoopa!
By speaking the word "Appear!", it is able to summon all kinds of things, Pokémon and people included, with its rings!
It loves pranks and donuts!
Hoopa
Species: Mischief Pokémon
Type: Psychic/Ghost
Height: 0.5 m
Weight: 9.0 kg
Ability: Magician
This is the first time they encounter the mysterious Pokémon Hoopa.
What is this Pokémons true intentions? What kind of powers do its rings conceal?
This is the beginning of Satoshi, Pikachu and Hoopa's adventure!
Pokémon movie information will suddenly "Appear!"
"The Bookmark Campaign"
We're constantly revealing new information on the Pokémon movies!
Bookmark the official Pokémon movie website today!
To thank you for visiting the site regularly, we'll be giving away extravagant Pokémon merchandise!
These soft vinyl Mega Evolution figures react to mega stones when used together with a Mega Bangle!
15 winners in total will receive a set consisting of a Mega Bangle and either one of these Pocket Monsters Mega Evolution Soft Vinyl Figures!
Bookmark the official Pokémon movie website and get the latest information on the Pokémon movies!
Sources: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/, http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/story/, http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/chara/ and http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/topics/bookmarks_campaign.php
Story
Aiming to become a Pokémon Master, Satoshi continues his journey together with his friends.
Just recently, they were visiting a Pokémon Center in a desert.
As they were taking a break and eating some donuts, a mysterious ring suddenly appeared behind them.
Then, a hand extended from inside the ring, attempting to take a donut!
"Wait!" Satoshi and Pikachu both grabbed hold of the hand,
which then pulled them both into the ring.
The ring then disappeared,
leaving a dumbfounded Citron, Serena and Eureka behind...
"Appear!" Satoshi and Pikachu fly out of the ring!
The scenery has suddenly changed, confusing Satoshi.
"Hihihi! Are you surprised?" "Who are you?" "I'm Hoopa!"
Huge towers can be seen in the distance.
Incredibly, as Satoshi and Pikachu passed through the ring,
they were instantly teleported to Désser City, the destination of their current journey.
This is the first time they encounter the mysterious Pokémon Hoopa.
What is this Pokémons true intentions?
What kind of powers do its rings conceal?
This is the beginning of Satoshi, Pikachu
and Hoopa's adventure!
Character Profiles
A new mythical Pokémon debuts in the movie!Its name is Hoopa!
By speaking the word "Appear!", it is able to summon all kinds of things, Pokémon and people included, with its rings!
It loves pranks and donuts!
Hoopa
Species: Mischief Pokémon
Type: Psychic/Ghost
Height: 0.5 m
Weight: 9.0 kg
Ability: Magician
This is the first time they encounter the mysterious Pokémon Hoopa.
What is this Pokémons true intentions? What kind of powers do its rings conceal?
This is the beginning of Satoshi, Pikachu and Hoopa's adventure!
| Picture | Biography |
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Primal Groudon: Species: Continent Pokémon Type: Ground/Fire Height: 5.0 m Weight: 999.7 kg Ability: Desolate Land |
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Primal Kyogre: Species: Sea Basin Pokémon Type: Water Height: 9.8 m Weight: 430.0 kg Ability: Primordial Sea |
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Black Mega Rayquaza: Species: Sky High Pokémon Type: Dragon/Flying Height: 10.8 m Weight: 392.0 kg Ability: Delta Stream |
Bookmark Campaign
Pokémon movie information will suddenly "Appear!"
"The Bookmark Campaign"
We're constantly revealing new information on the Pokémon movies!
Bookmark the official Pokémon movie website today!
To thank you for visiting the site regularly, we'll be giving away extravagant Pokémon merchandise!
These soft vinyl Mega Evolution figures react to mega stones when used together with a Mega Bangle!
15 winners in total will receive a set consisting of a Mega Bangle and either one of these Pocket Monsters Mega Evolution Soft Vinyl Figures!
Bookmark the official Pokémon movie website and get the latest information on the Pokémon movies!
Posters
The poster for the short got updated with its newly revealed title:
Sources: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/, http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/story/, http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/chara/ and http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/topics/bookmarks_campaign.php
