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Nintendo Australia has posted information about the Pokémon Video Game Australian National Championships in their press release. Below are the details.

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Compete to Win a Trip to take on the World's Best at the 2014 Pokémon Video Game World Championships in Washington, D.C.!

Pokémon fans from around Australia and New Zealand will once again have the chance to compete in the Pokémon Video Game Australian National Championships in 2014.

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In the lead up to the National Championships, fans will have the chance to learn from and test their skills against some of the best players in their city at Regional Championships to be held in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and Auckland (NZ), with travel awards up for grabs to the Pokémon Video Game Australian National Championships.

2014 Pokémon Video Game Regional Championships:

Perth - Saturday 10th May
Adelaide - Sunday 11th May
Sydney - Saturday 17th May
Brisbane - Sunday 18th May
Melbourne - Saturday 24th May
Auckland - Saturday 31st May

At the National Championships, players will battle it out on the Pokémon X and Pokémon Y games for Nintendo 3DS, where top finishers can win a trip to Washington, D.C. to compete in the 2014 Pokémon Video Game World Championships, to be held 16th -17th August, 2014.

The following age divisions will apply:

Junior Division: Born in 2003 or later
Senior Division: Born in 1999, 2000, 2001, or 2002
Masters Division: Born in 1998 or earlier

Source: http://www.nintendo.com.au/index.php?action=news&nid=3429
The Pokémon Global Link has added a new Attraction to the PokéMiles Club for players of Pokémon X and Y. Players can spend their PokéMile Points to play Attractions, where they will receive one item from a specific selection upon completion. The item can be transferred into a players Pokémon X or Y game via Game Sync.

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In Graffiti Eraser, players scrub away the paint splotches to reveal three Pokémon. Players then find out if the Pokémon they chose will earn them a top score! Players can earn fun and useful items that they can send to their Pokémon X or Pokémon Y game the next time they use Game Sync. The items players can earn include held items such as Power Band, plus items like Zinc and Iron to make their Pokémon stronger and other useful items such as a Rare Candy and Heart Scale.

We have added a Graffiti Eraser page listing all the rewards players can get at each level.

Source: http://3ds.pokemon-gl.com/information/5a082b06-b954-4b0b-918c-32a805794fe8
It was announced that British actor and comedian Johnny Vegas will host the Pokémon X and Y Battle Tournament 2014 Finals in London on Saturday April 26th, 2014 at The Music Room. Full details of the event are in our previous news article.

The Pokémon Company also announced a programme to help promote public transport in London by attempting to get Pikachu on a London double decker bus. Press release pictures are on the Imageboard.

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Press Release

Londoners are celebrating Year of the Bus in 2014, and part of a programme of on-going events to mark the occasion, Transport for London and Pikachu teamed up to answer a question they've been ruminating over... that is just how do you get Pikachu on a bus? This is how they got on...
The Pokémon Company International announced that the 17th Pokémon movie will be called: Pokémon the Movie: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction. It was also revealed that Pokémon X and Y have almost sold a combined total of 12 million copies worldwide since their October 2013 launch, This brings the overall Pokémon video games sales to date at approximately 245 million. More than 20 billion Pokémon TCG cards gave shipped globally and anime is licensed for broadcast in more than 160 countries and in more than 30 languages.

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Press Release

POKÉMON EXPANDS ITS ANIMATION OFFERINGS AND REACH AROUND THE WORLD
New Feature Film and Television Season, Video-on-Demand Deals, and More Broadcast Partners Help Bring More Pokémon Animation to More People

Cannes, Paris—April 7, 2014—The Pokémon Company International kicked off MIPTV by announcing its newest feature-length animated film, Pokémon the Movie: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction, which is now available for license. The movie features Ash and Pikachu, plus other classic Pokémon as well as those making their animation debut from the blockbuster Pokémon X and Pokémon Y video games. With more broadcast and VOD partners signed, brand-new TV animation in homes, and the new movie on the horizon, 2014 promises to be a strong year for Pokémon animation.

Pokémon’s expanded VOD offerings include deals with Netflix and Hulu. Fans in all Netflix territories have enjoyed classic Pokémon seasons and movies since content launched in March, and fan favorite Pokémon animation also debuted on Hulu in the US this February. The Netflix and Hulu deals come after The Pokémon Company International launched the Pokémon TV application for iOS and Android devices in 2013.

Fans in Russia will once again enjoy their favorite animated episodes, as Pokémon and the Russian free-to-air broadcaster 2X2 recently signed a deal to begin airing Pokémon the Series: XY this September. The season, which is already airing in numerous markets around the world, brings the total number of Pokémon episodes to nearly 800. 2X2 joins European partners including CITV in the UK, Gulli in France, K2 in Italy, YEP! in Germany, Clan TV in Spain, TV4 in Sweden, TV2 in Norway, VT4 and Club RTL in Belgium, and Disney XD in markets across Europe. Other broadcast partners are Cartoon Network in the United States, Australia, New Zealand, and Latin America; Eleven in Australia; etv in South Africa; and YTV in Canada.

A leading children’s entertainment franchise, Pokémon features a wide array of offerings including video games, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, animation, and various licensed products. Pokémon X and Pokémon Y recently became the fastest-selling video games for the Nintendo 3DS system, selling nearly 12 million copies worldwide since their October 2013 launch and adding to the more than 245 million Pokémon video games sold to date. With more than 20 billion Pokémon TCG cards shipped globally and animation licensed for broadcast in more than 160 countries and in more than 30 languages, Pokémon is a long-standing hit among fans around the world.

The Pokémon Company International is excited to meet new and existing partners at MIPTV at stand P0.A20.

Movie Summary

In the underground Diamond Domain, where many Carbink live, the Mythical Pokémon Diancie serves as ruler. The Heart Diamond that sustains the land is beginning to fall apart, and Diancie is not yet strong enough to create a new one. While seeking help from the Legendary Pokémon Xerneas, Diancie encounters a group of thieves who want to take control of its diamond-producing power—and who awaken the Legendary Pokémon Yveltal from its cocoon in the process! Can Ash and his friends help Diancie discover its true power, stop Yveltal's rampage, and save the Diamond Domain?
The Pokémon Company International is looking for citizens of the United States to become commentators for the upcoming 2014 Pokémon US National Championships and the Pokémon World Championships. The full details and instructions on how to apply are listed below.

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Pokémon Commentator Auditions - PR E-mail

The Pokémon Company International is looking for talented and knowledgeable Pokémon fans to lead live commentary at the 2014 Pokémon US National Championships and the Pokémon World Championships. Chosen commentators will be making an appearance on-screen at the events, which will be streamed live to thousands of Pokémon fans around the world, and will have their travel and hotel costs covered by The Pokémon Company International.

Auditions are open to US residents who are at least 18 years old and who can attend both the US National Championships, July 4-6 in Indianapolis, Indiana, and the World Championships, August 15-17 in Washington, D.C.

To be considered, entrants must submit an audition video where they commentate solo or with a partner on a Pokémon X, Pokémon Y, or Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) match. The recorded video must then be posted to YouTube with the title "Play! Pokémon Commentary Audition: [YOUR NAME]". Once the video is posted, entrants need to email [email protected] with the following information:

Email subject: Commentary Audition for [YOUR NAME]
Name:
TCG or Video Game:
Audition YouTube Link:
Pokémon event experience:
Additional comments:

All submissions must be posted online with information sent no later than April 21, 2014. As this is an audition and not a contest, The Pokémon Company International does not guarantee that any one person will be chosen from submitted entries.

Sources: http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/audition-to-be-a-pokemon-event-commentator/ and PR E-mail.
The Pokémon Company International announced that Magmar and Electabuzz will be distributed throughout Europe in April at participating stores. People can also get a free Pokémon TCG: XY special sampling pack that includes Pikachu (XY 42/146).

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Distribution Details

Electabuzz: Level 30, Ability Vital Spirit and the moves Low Kick, Shock Wave, Light Screen and Thunder Punch.
Magmar: Level 30, Ability Vital Spirit and the moves Smokescreen, Fire Spin, Confuse Ray and Fire Punch.

Distribution Locations and Dates

Country Distribution Dates Locations
United Kingdom April 4th, 2014~ GAME
Portugal April 14th, 2014 until June 1st, 2014 FNAC
Australia April 11th, 2014 until May 11th, 2014 EB Games, JB Hifi and Target
Spain April 14th, 2014 until June 1st, 2014 Blade Center, Cadena Fnac, Canal Ocio, Carrefour, El Corte Inglés, GAME, GameStop, GAMESTORE, HIPERCOR, Media Markt, Toys R US, Worten, Alcampo, Eroski
France April 14th, 2014~ GAME
Belgium April 14th, 2014 until April 30th, 2014 FNAC
Germany April 14th, 2014~ Gamestop, Toys R US, Müller, Karstadt, MediMax and Flashpoint


Press Release - Easter Comes Early This Year With Pokémon!

Receive Magmar In Pokémon X Or Electabuzz In Pokémon Y Video Games For Free At Game Uk This April! London, UK—March 31, 2014— Today, The Pokémon Company International announced an exciting Easter promotion for Pokémon X and Pokémon Y video game players, with a special Pokémon Trading Card Game: XY expansion treat, at the leading video game retailer, GAME UK.

Starting April 4 and for a limited time only, Pokémon video game players can receive a free Pokémon character—Magmar for Pokémon X or Electabuzz for Pokémon Y — at all GAME UK stores. The redeemable codes for the characters will be printed on cash receipts upon request, and no purchase is necessary. The Pokémon X and Pokémon Y video games have already enjoyed huge success, selling nearly 12 million copies globally in the first four months since the worldwide launch in October 2013.

Both seasoned Pokémon Trainers and newcomers to the games will enjoy playing with Electabuzz and Magmar, who appeared in the very first Pokémon video games, Pokémon Red Version and Pokémon Blue Version. Battling, trading, and collecting have always been at the heart of the Pokémon experience, so fans will appreciate the special bonus items that come with this distribution: Electabuzz is holding an Electirizer, and Magmar is holding a Magmarizer. When traded holding these items, Electabuzz will evolve into Electivire, and Magmar will evolve into Magmortar.

Pokémon Trading Card Game fans can also get in on the action with a free Pokémon TCG: XY special sampling pack available in store and while stocks last. All packs will include a special foil Pikachu card, plus one additional card from the Pokémon TCG: XY expansion. No purchase is necessary.

Pokémon TCG: XY launched on February 5 in the UK and includes all-new Mega Evolution Pokémon and new Fairy-type Pokémon. Since its release, the Pokémon Trading Card Game has shipped over 20 billion cards across 74 countries. The new Pokémon TCG: XY expansion is based on the best-selling Pokémon X and Pokémon Y video games for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems.

To support this exciting promotion, The Pokémon Company International is investing in a TV campaign to showcase the Pokémon universe, demonstrating how Pokémon TCG and video game content is part of the same world. Promotional spots will air from April 7 to April 27 on CiTV, Cartoon Network, Disney XD, and Sky Kids.

Sources: http://www.pokemonxy.com/en-gb/pokemon/electabuzz_magmar_distribution/
http://www.pokemonxy.com/nl-be/pokemon/electabuzz_magmar_distribution/
http://www.pokemonxy.com/pt-pt/pokemon/electabuzz_magmar_distribution/
http://www.pokemonxy.com/en-au/pokemon/electabuzz_magmar_distribution/
http://www.pokemonxy.com/es-es/pokemon/electabuzz_magmar_distribution/
Mar 29 2014 Rijamong Distribution
The official Korean Pokémon website has revealed that Rijamong (리자몽) will be distributed to the players of Pokémon X and Y. Between April 11th, 2014 and April 30th, 2014, players can visit the official Olleh TV website and watch a video to unlock the ability to get the serial code. People then need to enter their cell phone number to get a code sent to them. Olleh TV is an IPTV service in South Korea that is operated by KT. The serial code can be used to receive Rijamong (리자몽) from April 11th, 2014 until May 31st, 2014.

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The code can be used in either Pokémon X and Y but the Rijamong (리자몽) is different in each game. Players that use the serial code with Pokémon X will receive a Rijamong (리자몽) with a Rijamongite Y while players of Pokémon Y will receive a Rijamong (리자몽) with a Rijamongite X. Both have the OT: Olleh TV (올레TV) and the Ability Blaze (맹화).

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The Rijamong with a Rijamongite X (리자몽나이트X) for Pokémon Y knows the following moves: Dragon Rage (용의분노), Fire Fang (불꽃엄니), Air Slash (에어슬래시) and Dragon Claw (드래곤크루).

The Rijamong with a Rijamongite Y (리자몽나이트Y) for Pokémon X knows the following moves: Fire Fang (불꽃엄니), Flame Burst (불꽃튀기기), Air Slash (에어슬래시) and Inferno (연옥).

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Sources: http://pokemonkorea.co.kr/?inc=news-news_view&IDX=10200 and http://pokemonkorea.co.kr/?inc=event-olleh-popup
The official Pokémon website has revealed the dates and locations for the Pokémon Spring Regional Championships. Tournaments will be held in cities across the United States and Canada in April of 2014. The Regional Championships is part of a title-event series where players compete for the title of Regional Champion!

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Players that do well at the Regional Championships can get a lot of Championship Points as well as a chance to earn Travel Awards to Nationals. Players might even get an invitation to the 2014 Pokémon World Championships in Washington, DC. Top finishers get booster packs, trophies, and a huge step toward earning a National Championships Travel Award or Stipend from a pool of nearly $200,000 in travel allowances!

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Locations

April 5–6, 2014 - Sturbridge Host Hotel & Conference Center - 366 Main Street - Sturbridge, MA 01566
April 5–6, 2014 - The Classic Center - 300 N Thomas Street - Athens, GA 30601
April 5–6, 2014 - Overland Park International Trade Center - 6800 W 115th Street - Overland Park, KS 66211
April 5–6, 2014 - Washington State Convention Center - 800 Convention Place - Seattle, WA 98101
April 12–13, 2014 - Utah State Fairpark—Grand Building - 155 North 1000 West - Salt Lake City, UT 84116
April 12–13, 2014 - Monona Terrace Convention Center - 1 John Nolen Drive - Madison, WI 53703
April 26th, 2014 - (TCG Only) - Bingemans FunworX Indoor Playland - 425 Bingemans Centre Drive - Kitchener, ON N2B 3X7 Canada

Press Release

Prepare for the 2014 Spring Regional Championships! Participate in the latest round of Pokémon TCG and Video Game Regional Championships.

Want to test your skills against some of the best players in North America? Compete in the 2014 Spring Regional Championships! With expert play and a little luck, you could be one of the Pokémon TCG and video game players to win great prizes, as well as Championship Points that will get you closer to an invitation to the 2014 World Championships.

The Spring Regional Championships will take place in seven locations: Sturbridge, MA; Athens, GA; Overland Park, KS; and Seattle, WA, on April 5th, and Salt Lake City, UT, and Madison, WI, on April 12th. And Kitchener, Ontario, Canada will host a Pokémon TCG-only Regional Championship event on April 26th.

Participation in the Spring Regional Championships is open to all players. Arrive early to register because space is limited. Play! Pokémon members, be sure to bring your Player ID when you attend. If you're new to Pokémon competitive play and you don't have a Player ID, you’ll receive one for free at the event. Visit the Spring Regional Championships event page for complete information.

Start making your plans now to compete in the Pokémon Spring Regional Championships!

Sources: http://www.pokemon.com/us/play-pokemon/pokemon-events/pokemon-tournaments/spring-regional-championships/ and http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/prepare-for-the-2014-spring-regional-championships/
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.

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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
Mar 25 2014 2014 April Friendly
The Pokémon website has revealed the 2014 April Friendly online tournament for Pokémon X and Y. Below are the details.

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Do you have a Pokémon party that you can't wait to battle with against top Trainers? Join the 2014 April Friendly, an Online Competition featuring players from around the world! The 2014 April Friendly features Single Battles, and every Pokémon in the Kalos Pokédex is eligible—even Legendary Pokémon such as Xerneas and Yveltal! All the Pokémon on your party will be set to Level 50 automatically for the duration of the battle—this goes for Pokémon above and below level 50.

Tournament Details

Region: North America and Europe
Registration Period: Thursday, April 17, 2014 at 00:00:00 through Thursday, April 24, 2014 at 23:59:00 UTC
Tournament Period: Friday, April 25, 2014 at 00:00:00 through Monday, April 28, 2014 at 23:59:00 UTC
Ranking Results Announcement: Thursday, May 1, 2014 at 00:00:00 UTC
Max number of participants: 50 000
Player divisions: Junior/Senior Division: Born 1999 or later.
Masters Division: Born 1998 or earlier.
Battle Type: Single Battle
Pokémon Restrictions: Players may use only Pokémon found in the Kalos Pokédexes of Pokémon X or Pokémon Y. Players cannot use Pokémon that were brought to Pokémon X or Pokémon Y using the Nintendo 3DS downloadable software Poké Transporter.
Banned Pokémon: All Pokémon not found in the Central Kalos, Coastal Kalos or Mountain Kalos Pokédexes.

Source: http://www.pokemon.com/us/pgl/2014-april-friendly/