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The Willow Report: Looming in the Shadows has been investigating the Team GO Rocket’s evil plans and now finally the world of Pokémon GO is in peril!
The Team GO Rocket Leaders and Giovanni also seem to be using new technology to conceal the locations of their hideouts. Professor Willow, Spark, Blanche, and Candela have been hard at work developing new devices to counter Team GO Rocket’s new tech, and we ask you to explore the world around you, battle the Team GO Rocket Leaders, and conduct Special Research to find and defeat Giovanni!
With this looming threat in the world of Pokémon GO, we’ll need as many courageous Trainers as possible to help defeat the Team GO Rocket Leaders and Giovanni. Keep an eye out, and keep training! It’s time to give everything we’ve got and put an end to Team GO Rocket’s evil plans! Get out there and GO!
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/teamgorocketleaders2019/
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XyQ3jkV5rHg
Find the Team GO Rocket Leaders and defeat Giovanni!
Trainers, The world of Pokémon GO is in peril! Team GO Rocket Leaders Cliff, Sierra, and Arlo have made their move and can be encountered by Trainers worldwide! Not only have they caught more Shadow Pokémon and strengthened them through unnatural means—their arrival also confirms a suspicion Professor Willow has held for a while: Giovanni, the boss of both Team GO Rocket and the original Team Rocket, may have arrived in the world of Pokémon GO.The Team GO Rocket Leaders and Giovanni also seem to be using new technology to conceal the locations of their hideouts. Professor Willow, Spark, Blanche, and Candela have been hard at work developing new devices to counter Team GO Rocket’s new tech, and we ask you to explore the world around you, battle the Team GO Rocket Leaders, and conduct Special Research to find and defeat Giovanni!
- Open up your Special Research: Looming in the Shadows — Professor Willow has issued new Special Research for you. By helping Professor Willow, you can track down the villainous Team GO Rocket Leaders and even Giovanni himself.
- Find Mysterious Components — Team GO Rocket Grunts may drop Mysterious Components.
- Assemble Rocket Radars — The Team GO Rocket Leaders are concealing their locations at PokéStops. By assembling six Mysterious Components, you can create a Rocket Radar. Use the Rocket Radar to scan the area around you for the hideouts of Team GO Rocket Leaders.
- Battle the Team GO Rocket Leaders — Cliff, Sierra, and Arlo have made their move, and they’re here to challenge you! Approach the hideouts that you locate with your Rocket Radar, and have your best Pokémon battle parties ready. Defeat the Team GO Rocket Leaders, and rescue their Shadow Pokémon. These Pokémon might have special qualities! Only those with Rocket Radars will be able to detect hideouts and battle Team GO Rocket Leaders. But Trainers can still collaborate—if one Trainer detects a hideout at a particular PokéStop, others can detect the same hideout in the same place.
- Complete Special Research to battle Giovanni — By battling Team GO Rocket Grunts, defeating Team GO Rocket Leaders, and proving you’re an accomplished Trainer, you’ll be able to complete research to receive a Super Rocket Radar from Professor Willow. The Super Rocket Radar will help you locate Giovanni! But watch out—some Grunts have figured out what we’re up to. They may pretend to be Giovanni and get in your way! But keep at it, because if you defeat Giovanni, you may be able to rescue Legendary Shadow Pokémon.
With this looming threat in the world of Pokémon GO, we’ll need as many courageous Trainers as possible to help defeat the Team GO Rocket Leaders and Giovanni. Keep an eye out, and keep training! It’s time to give everything we’ve got and put an end to Team GO Rocket’s evil plans! Get out there and GO!
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/teamgorocketleaders2019/
YouTube Clip - The Team GO Rocket Leaders have blasted their way into Pokémon GO!
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XyQ3jkV5rHg
The Pokémon Company and Nintendo announced new information on the upcoming games Pokémon Sword and Shield which will be released on November 15th, 2019. The first official Online Competition for Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, Galar Beginnings, was also announced. High resolution screenshots from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.
Bellevue, WA—November 6, 2019—The Pokémon Company International and Nintendo today announced a specific time period when Trainers will be more likely to encounter certain Gigantamax Pokémon in the highly anticipated upcoming Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield video games. The first Online Competition—Galar Beginnings—and new items and features were also revealed. Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield are launching on November 15, 2019, exclusively on Nintendo Switch™ systems.
Increased Chance of Encountering Gigantamax Pokémon
In Max Raid Battles, four Trainers can team up to take on a wild Dynamax Pokémon. In extremely rare cases, a Gigantamax Pokémon can appear instead of a Dynamax Pokémon. Only certain species of Pokémon can Gigantamax—and even among such species, only very rare specimens will be able to.
From Friday, November 15, 2019, until early January 2020, players will be more likely to encounter Gigantamax Butterfree in Max Raid Battles. Gigantamaxing changes a Pokémon’s size, power, and appearance and allows it to use a G-Max Move. A connection to the internet will be required to participate in Max Raid Battles.
New Items and Features for Training Pokémon
New items that will help Trainers raise their Pokémon will be introduced in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield.
Each Pokémon has a Nature that can impact which of its stats are likely to grow faster or slower than average. Using a Mint on a Pokémon seems to change these stat-growth patterns and will impact which stats of a Pokémon are likely to grow faster than usual. Mints will not change a Pokémon’s Nature.
Special supplements—nutritious drinks like Protein and Iron—raise a Pokémon’s base points, which in turn help raise that Pokémon’s stats. If two Pokémon are of the same species but one has more base points, the Pokémon with more base points will grow stronger. Until now, there has been a limit on how many special supplements could be used on a Pokémon. In Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, Trainers will be able to max out a Pokémon’s base points using only these supplements.
Normally, Pokémon earn Exp. Points through battling. If a Trainer uses an Exp. Candy, they will be able to give their Pokémon Exp. Points directly. Exp. Candy can be earned in Max Raid Battles.
Sometimes, a Pokémon hatched from an Egg will know unusual moves called Egg Moves. Egg Moves are moves that a Pokémon normally wouldn’t be able to learn through more common means, like leveling up or using TMs. In Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, if two Pokémon of the same species are placed at a Pokémon Nursery together, an Egg Move that one them knows can be passed on to the other Pokémon. A Pokémon can only learn an Egg Move in this way when it knows three or fewer moves.
New Features Including Changes to Pokémon Boxes, Autosave Functionality, and Pokémon Nicknames for Traded Pokémon There are many new features that will be introduced in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield that are designed to make a Trainer’s adventure easier to enjoy.
Pokémon that aren’t on a Trainer’s team can be deposited into Pokémon Boxes. In these games, Trainers will not only be able to access their Pokémon Boxes in various towns and facilities but also while they’re on the road or even when exploring tall grass. Pokémon can be swapped in and out of a Trainer’s team whenever the Trainer wants, though there are a few places, such as mission areas where a Trainer takes on a Pokémon Gym, where Trainers won’t be able to access their Pokémon Boxes.
Saving the game diligently has always been a part of a Pokémon adventure but in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, Trainers can take advantage of the new autosave function. The autosave function will automatically save a player’s progress during their adventure at various points, such as entering a town or building. Although the function is automatically enabled when a Trainer begins their adventure, it can be turned off so saves can be made manually. Even when autosave is on, it is still possible to save progress in the game manually. Trainers can choose how they would like to save in the Options menu.
If a Pokémon that has been received in a trade doesn’t have a nickname, Trainers will now have the chance to give it a nickname—but only once. This can be achieved by speaking to the man standing behind the left-hand counter in any Galar region Pokémon Center. Like previous Pokémon video games, the name of a traded Pokémon that already has a nickname cannot be changed.
Galar Beginnings
The first official Online Competition for Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, Galar Beginnings, will be held in December 2019 and will be accepting participants from across the globe.
Competition Name: Galar Beginnings
Sign-Up Period: Friday, November 15, at 00:00 UTC to Thursday, December 5, at 23:59 UTC
Competition Period: Friday, December 6, at 00:00 UTC to Sunday, December 8, at 23:59 UTC
Battle Format: Single Battle
Eligible Pokémon: Pokémon obtained in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield
Players will be able to join the competition by opening the X menu in their game and selecting VS, Battle Stadium, and then Online Competitions. There is no need to register on the Pokémon Global Link. Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply.
More details regarding competition regulations will be released at a future date.
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWGGtKgalDo
INCREASED CHANCE OF GIGANTAMAX POKÉMON ENCOUNTERS, NEW ITEMS, AND MORE REVEALED FOR POKÉMON SWORD AND POKÉMON SHIELD
First Online Competition—Galar Beginnings—Also Announced Bellevue, WA—November 6, 2019—The Pokémon Company International and Nintendo today announced a specific time period when Trainers will be more likely to encounter certain Gigantamax Pokémon in the highly anticipated upcoming Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield video games. The first Online Competition—Galar Beginnings—and new items and features were also revealed. Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield are launching on November 15, 2019, exclusively on Nintendo Switch™ systems.
Increased Chance of Encountering Gigantamax Pokémon
In Max Raid Battles, four Trainers can team up to take on a wild Dynamax Pokémon. In extremely rare cases, a Gigantamax Pokémon can appear instead of a Dynamax Pokémon. Only certain species of Pokémon can Gigantamax—and even among such species, only very rare specimens will be able to.
From Friday, November 15, 2019, until early January 2020, players will be more likely to encounter Gigantamax Butterfree in Max Raid Battles. Gigantamaxing changes a Pokémon’s size, power, and appearance and allows it to use a G-Max Move. A connection to the internet will be required to participate in Max Raid Battles.
New Items and Features for Training Pokémon
New items that will help Trainers raise their Pokémon will be introduced in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield.
Each Pokémon has a Nature that can impact which of its stats are likely to grow faster or slower than average. Using a Mint on a Pokémon seems to change these stat-growth patterns and will impact which stats of a Pokémon are likely to grow faster than usual. Mints will not change a Pokémon’s Nature.
Special supplements—nutritious drinks like Protein and Iron—raise a Pokémon’s base points, which in turn help raise that Pokémon’s stats. If two Pokémon are of the same species but one has more base points, the Pokémon with more base points will grow stronger. Until now, there has been a limit on how many special supplements could be used on a Pokémon. In Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, Trainers will be able to max out a Pokémon’s base points using only these supplements.
Normally, Pokémon earn Exp. Points through battling. If a Trainer uses an Exp. Candy, they will be able to give their Pokémon Exp. Points directly. Exp. Candy can be earned in Max Raid Battles.
Sometimes, a Pokémon hatched from an Egg will know unusual moves called Egg Moves. Egg Moves are moves that a Pokémon normally wouldn’t be able to learn through more common means, like leveling up or using TMs. In Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, if two Pokémon of the same species are placed at a Pokémon Nursery together, an Egg Move that one them knows can be passed on to the other Pokémon. A Pokémon can only learn an Egg Move in this way when it knows three or fewer moves.
New Features Including Changes to Pokémon Boxes, Autosave Functionality, and Pokémon Nicknames for Traded Pokémon There are many new features that will be introduced in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield that are designed to make a Trainer’s adventure easier to enjoy.
Pokémon that aren’t on a Trainer’s team can be deposited into Pokémon Boxes. In these games, Trainers will not only be able to access their Pokémon Boxes in various towns and facilities but also while they’re on the road or even when exploring tall grass. Pokémon can be swapped in and out of a Trainer’s team whenever the Trainer wants, though there are a few places, such as mission areas where a Trainer takes on a Pokémon Gym, where Trainers won’t be able to access their Pokémon Boxes.
Saving the game diligently has always been a part of a Pokémon adventure but in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, Trainers can take advantage of the new autosave function. The autosave function will automatically save a player’s progress during their adventure at various points, such as entering a town or building. Although the function is automatically enabled when a Trainer begins their adventure, it can be turned off so saves can be made manually. Even when autosave is on, it is still possible to save progress in the game manually. Trainers can choose how they would like to save in the Options menu.
If a Pokémon that has been received in a trade doesn’t have a nickname, Trainers will now have the chance to give it a nickname—but only once. This can be achieved by speaking to the man standing behind the left-hand counter in any Galar region Pokémon Center. Like previous Pokémon video games, the name of a traded Pokémon that already has a nickname cannot be changed.
Galar Beginnings
The first official Online Competition for Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, Galar Beginnings, will be held in December 2019 and will be accepting participants from across the globe.
Competition Name: Galar Beginnings
Sign-Up Period: Friday, November 15, at 00:00 UTC to Thursday, December 5, at 23:59 UTC
Competition Period: Friday, December 6, at 00:00 UTC to Sunday, December 8, at 23:59 UTC
Battle Format: Single Battle
Eligible Pokémon: Pokémon obtained in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield
- Zacian, Zamazenta, Mew (contained in the Poké Ball Plus), and some other special Pokémon are not eligible.
- Players can register three to six of their Pokémon to their Battle Team.
- All Pokémon in this competition will automatically become Lv. 50 for the duration of each match.
Players will be able to join the competition by opening the X menu in their game and selecting VS, Battle Stadium, and then Online Competitions. There is no need to register on the Pokémon Global Link. Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply.
More details regarding competition regulations will be released at a future date.
YouTube Clip - Items and Features in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWGGtKgalDo
Oct 31 2019
Pokémon Center - Holiday Collection 2019
The Pokémon Company International will release a new collection of holiday-themed merchandise to help Trainers get into the holiday spirit in Pokémon style. The collection includes themed Pokémon plush, home decor such as stockings and string lights, apparel, and more. High resolution pictures of this merchandise line has been added to an Imageboard thread.
Trainers in the US can pick up these following products which are available at PokemonCenter.com, the premier destination for official, premium-quality Pokémon merchandise. Similar products for Christmas 2019 are also available at the Japanese Pokémon Center and Pokémon Stores and were announced to be released as part of the Jam-Packed Get Campaign.
- Pokémon Holiday Lights Poké Plush - Snuggle up on the couch with these festive Pokémon plush featuring Pikachu, Sylveon, and Charmander.
- Poké Ball String Lights - Decorate your home or tree with this set of 10 Poké Ball string lights.
- Pokémon Holiday Poké Ball Tree Topper - Complete your tree decor with this Poké Ball Tree Topper, a perfect accent for a home full of Trainers.
- Pikachu & Eevee Pokémon Holiday Tree Skirt - This red tree skirt comes complete with white trim and an image of an iconic Pokémon duo: Pikachu and Eevee.
- Eevee Pokémon Holiday Ornament - This adorable 3-D ornament features a winking Eevee holding a silver bell adorned with holly.
- Eevee Pokémon Holiday Plush Hat - This soft plush hat comes in classic green with Eevee ears, an Eevee silhouette pattern, and an embroidered Eevee on the faux fur trim.
- Eevee Pokémon Holiday Plush Stocking - With an Eevee silhouette pattern, embroidered detailing, and faux fur trim, this stocking is perfect for holding small gifts.
- Eevee Pokémon Holiday Fleece Throw - Cuddle up by the fire with this soft fleece blanket showing Eevee surrounded by holly and peppermint candies.
- Pokémon Holiday Socks - These festive red and green socks are adorned with images of either Pikachu or Eevee.
- Holiday Crew Neck Sweatshirts - Stay warm in stylish sweatshirts featuring Pikachu, Vulpix, and Delibird.
- Pikachu & Eevee Pokémon Holiday 2019 Pins & Greeting Card - Send season’s greetings to family and friends with a festive card that comes paired with Pikachu and Eevee pins.
Additional items from the holiday collection are coming soon to PokemonCenter.com, including:
- Delibird Holiday Express Figures - A special line of collectible train cars provides quintessential decor for the winter season. Trainers can look forward to collecting each of the four train cars: the Pikachu Engine Figure, Dragonite Flatcar Figure, Alolan Vulpix Boxcar Figure, and Slowpoke Caboose Figure.
- Pokémon TCG: Pokémon Holiday Lights Playmat - Grookey, Scorbunny, and Sobble gather around a snow-covered tree with Pikachu and friends on this must-have playmat for any Pokémon TCG fan!
- Pokémon Holiday Lights Postcards (10-Pack) - Send a warm greeting with these colorful postcards.
- Pokémon Holiday Lights 15 oz. Mug - Enjoy a cup of hot cocoa or other favorite holiday treats with this ceramic mug.
Trainers can also receive a reusable shopping bag as a gift with purchase while supplies last (certain products excluded from offer).
For more information about the holiday collection, visit PokemonCenter.com beginning tomorrow.
Niantic has announced that Cobalion will be in five-star raids in Pokémon GO from Monday, November 4th, 2019, at 1 p.m. to Tuesday, November 26th, 2019, at 1 p.m. PST.
Date + Time
From Monday, November 4, 2019, at 1 p.m. to Tuesday, November 26, 2019, at 1 p.m. PST (GMT −8)
Features
Cobalion is part of a trio of Pokémon said to have challenged humans in order to protect other Pokémon. The three are rarely seen apart, so look forward to meeting the other two soon! In the meantime, GO build up your teams in preparation for battle.
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/cobalion-raids-nov2019
The first of a Legendary trio - Cobalion will be in five-star raids!
Trainers, Cobalion, the Iron Will Pokémon, is coming to five-star raids! This Steel- and Fighting-type Legendary Pokémon is said to have a body and heart of steel, so it’s in your favor to challenge it with Fire-, Fighting-, and Ground-type Pokémon.Date + Time
From Monday, November 4, 2019, at 1 p.m. to Tuesday, November 26, 2019, at 1 p.m. PST (GMT −8)
Features
- Cobalion will make its debut in five-star raids.
Cobalion is part of a trio of Pokémon said to have challenged humans in order to protect other Pokémon. The three are rarely seen apart, so look forward to meeting the other two soon! In the meantime, GO build up your teams in preparation for battle.
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/cobalion-raids-nov2019
Oct 31 2019
Pokémon Masters - Caitlin Spotlight Scout / New Evolution sync Pair Stories for Brendan's Treecko
DeNA has announced that the Caitlin Spotlight Scout is available as well as new evolution area info for Brendan's sync pair story and they have been added in the latest update.
Scout Period:
10/30/2019 at 11:00 p.m. – 11/13/2019 at 10:59 p.m. Increased chance to scout newly released Caitlin! Caitlin Spotlight Scout!
5★ Caitlin & Reuniclus now available to scout! To celebrate their release, this sync pair will be featured for a limited time. Featured sync pairs have a higher chance of appearing than other 5★ sync pairs.
Source: https://pokemonmasters-game.com/en-US/announcements/Gacha_M3_1W_1
New Evolution area info has been added to Brendan’s sync pair story. Complete it to evolve Brendan’s Treecko!
Caitlin Spotlight Scout
Scout Period:
10/30/2019 at 11:00 p.m. – 11/13/2019 at 10:59 p.m. Increased chance to scout newly released Caitlin! Caitlin Spotlight Scout!
5★ Caitlin & Reuniclus now available to scout! To celebrate their release, this sync pair will be featured for a limited time. Featured sync pairs have a higher chance of appearing than other 5★ sync pairs.
About Caitlin & Reuniclus:
This member of the Unova Elite Four has visions of victory with Psychic!Important:
- Sync pairs other than the one mentioned above may appear.
- The scout period and its content are subject to change without notice.
- To check the offering rates of sync pairs, go to the offering rate section on the sync pair scout screen.
- Please read the notes section under offering rate on the sync pair scout screen before using the feature.
Source: https://pokemonmasters-game.com/en-US/announcements/Gacha_M3_1W_1
New Evolution Sync Pair Stories for Brendan:
New Evolution area info has been added to Brendan’s sync pair story. Complete it to evolve Brendan’s Treecko!
- Treecko’s Evolution
- Grovyle’s Evolution
Sync Pairs
- Brendan & Treecko
- Brendan & Grovyle
Date/Time Added
10/30/2019 at 12:00 a.m.
Important
- You must acquire the corresponding sync pairs and be above a certain level to unlock the new sync pair stories.
- In order to play the new sync pair stories, you must collect a specific number of Evolution shards and/or Evolution crystals.
The official Pocket Monsters PR anime website has updated. Translations follow:
On Friday, November 15th, 2019, from 19:00 to 20:00, a special showing of the first episode of the new Pocket Monsters series will be shown at a movie theater in the 23 wards of Tokyo. 100 pairs of people, for a total of 200 people, will be invited by lottery to this showing.
The campaign application period is from October 30th, 2019 to November 6th, 2019 at 23:59.
② Follow the (@anipoke_PR) account. Retweet the "New Anime Pocket Monsters Official @ 11/17 (Sunday) broadcast start!" campaign tweet by November 6th, 2019 at 23:59
③ Make sure to set your tweets to “Public” before participating.
・ Please note that we cannot respond to inquiries regarding application status or winning results.
・ The winning lottery cannot be transferred to another person and cash exchange is prohibited.
・ If we cannot contact a winner, their winning lottery will be void.
・ Please send inquiries about this campaign to webmaster@pokemon-movie.jp.
・ Applications are limited to those residing in Japan.
・ Applications from multiple accounts are prohibited. It's okay to retweet a target tweet multiple times, but the same account holder won't win twice.
・ Resale and transfer of winning lottery spots is strictly prohibited.
・ If you are under 18 years of age, please come with your guardian.
・ You may temporarily not be able to apply due to server congestion.
・ Participants will be responsible for internet connection fees and communication costs for participation in this campaign.
・ The site may not work depending on the model or OS used.
Source: https://anipoke-pr.jp/campaign/20191115kiyaku.pdf
On Friday, November 15th, 2019, from 19:00 to 20:00, a special showing of the first episode of the new Pocket Monsters series will be shown at a movie theater in the 23 wards of Tokyo. 100 pairs of people, for a total of 200 people, will be invited by lottery to this showing.
The campaign application period is from October 30th, 2019 to November 6th, 2019 at 23:59.
How to Participate:
① A Twitter account is required to participate.② Follow the (@anipoke_PR) account. Retweet the "New Anime Pocket Monsters Official @ 11/17 (Sunday) broadcast start!" campaign tweet by November 6th, 2019 at 23:59
③ Make sure to set your tweets to “Public” before participating.
Campaign Lottery / Winners Announcement:
A lottery will be held to determine the winners and they will be contacted by Monday, November 11th, 2019 via Twitter direct message. Please make sure that you can receive direct messages.・ Please note that we cannot respond to inquiries regarding application status or winning results.
・ The winning lottery cannot be transferred to another person and cash exchange is prohibited.
・ If we cannot contact a winner, their winning lottery will be void.
・ Please send inquiries about this campaign to webmaster@pokemon-movie.jp.
・ Applications are limited to those residing in Japan.
・ Applications from multiple accounts are prohibited. It's okay to retweet a target tweet multiple times, but the same account holder won't win twice.
・ Resale and transfer of winning lottery spots is strictly prohibited.
・ If you are under 18 years of age, please come with your guardian.
・ You may temporarily not be able to apply due to server congestion.
・ Participants will be responsible for internet connection fees and communication costs for participation in this campaign.
・ The site may not work depending on the model or OS used.
Source: https://anipoke-pr.jp/campaign/20191115kiyaku.pdf
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Oct 25 2019 13:15:01
Tags: Press Release Event Pokémon Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! Pokémon Pass Best Buy
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Oct 25 2019 13:15:01
Tags: Press Release Event Pokémon Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! Pokémon Pass Best Buy
The official Pokémon website has announced a new event Pokémon distribution through Pokémon Pass. Players of Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! can visit a participating Best Buy location from November 4th, 2019 until November 14th, 2019 and use the app on their iOS or Android device to get a Mewtwo code.
There are few Pokémon more intimidating to go up against than the mighty Mewtwo. Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! players can now add this Psychic-type powerhouse to their collection! To get Mewtwo, download the Pokémon Pass app for your iPhone or Android device and visit a Best Buy store November 4–14, 2019.
When you use Pokémon Pass at Best Buy, you will be given a code that can be redeemed in your Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! or Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! game. And while you're at Best Buy, don't forget that you can preorder the next big Pokémon games for Nintendo Switch, Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield. Both titles launch November 15, 2019, and you'll definitely want to see what's in store for Pokémon Trainers in the Galar region!
Use these steps, along with your code, to get Mewtwo:
Level: 70
Moves: Amnesia, Psychic, Teleport, Recover
Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/get-mewtwo-for-pokemon-lets-go-pikachu-or-pokemon-lets-go-eevee/
Get Mewtwo for Pokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! or Pokémon: Let’s Go, Eevee!
Visit Best Buy to get a code to bring the Legendary Pokémon into your Kantonian adventure for Nintendo Switch.There are few Pokémon more intimidating to go up against than the mighty Mewtwo. Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! players can now add this Psychic-type powerhouse to their collection! To get Mewtwo, download the Pokémon Pass app for your iPhone or Android device and visit a Best Buy store November 4–14, 2019.
When you use Pokémon Pass at Best Buy, you will be given a code that can be redeemed in your Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! or Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! game. And while you're at Best Buy, don't forget that you can preorder the next big Pokémon games for Nintendo Switch, Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield. Both titles launch November 15, 2019, and you'll definitely want to see what's in store for Pokémon Trainers in the Galar region!
Use these steps, along with your code, to get Mewtwo:
- Launch your Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! or Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! game.
- Select Communicate on the main menu.
- Select Mystery Gifts.
- Select Get with code/password, then select Yes to save your game and connect to the internet.
- Enter your code.
- Watch as the gift arrives in your game. (Pokémon will appear in your party or your Pokémon Box. Items will appear in your Bag.)
Mewtwo Details:
Games: Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee!Level: 70
Moves: Amnesia, Psychic, Teleport, Recover
Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/get-mewtwo-for-pokemon-lets-go-pikachu-or-pokemon-lets-go-eevee/
Oct 24 2019
Pokémon Masters - Chapters 19 to 21 / Main Story Support Missions / New Training Course Difficulty
DeNA has announced that Chapters 19 to 21 of Pokémon Masters as well as Interlude 3 will be added to the game in an update on November 6th, 2019. In addition, there is a Main Story Support Missions event that gives players rewards for completing certain missions.
Main Story Support Missions:
Mission Period: 10/23/2019 at 11:00 p.m. – 11/6/2019 at 10:59 p.m.New Main Story Support Missions! Complete missions to get Gems! New limited-time missions are now available! Complete them to get special rewards!
Important:
- All mission completion rewards must be claimed before the end of the mission period.
- The mission period and its content are subject to change without notice.
New Training Course Difficulty Levels!
Date/Time Added: 10/23/2019 at 11:00 p.m. New difficulty levels added to training courses!
Areas Included:
- Level-Up Course: (Super Hard)
- Strike Course: (Super Hard)
- Tech Course: (Super Hard)
- Support Course: (Super Hard)
Source: https://pokemonmasters-game.com/en-US/announcements/Story_M2_W4_2
The official Pokémon Masters website has announced that the Brendan Spotlight Scout event will be available from October 23rd, 2019 until November 6th, 2019. Brendan is a skilled Trainer from Hoenn and his Treecko deals big damage with Leaf Storm!
Increased chance to scout Brendan! Brendan Spotlight Scout!
The chances of 5★ Brendan & Treecko appearing are increased during this exclusive sync pair scout! Don’t miss your chance to get Brendan & Treecko!
Source: https://pokemonmasters-game.com/en-US/announcements/Gacha_M2_W4_1
A Grass-Type Training Event will take place in Pokémon Masters from October 23rd, 2019 until November 6th, 2019. During the event period, you can take on special missions and can also strengthen your Grass types!
Grass-Type Training Event under way! Strengthen your Grass types!
The Grass-Type Training Event is the perfect chance to strengthen your Grass-type sync pairs! This event features the co-op boss Marlon, who is weak against Grass types. Train your Grass-type sync pairs to take on the boss!
Defeating the boss earns you all sorts of rewards that’ll help you strengthen your sync pairs.
Source: https://pokemonmasters-game.com/en-US/announcements/Event_M2_W4_1
Scout Period:
10/23/2019 at 11:00 p.m. - 11/6/2019 at 10:59 p.m.Increased chance to scout Brendan! Brendan Spotlight Scout!
The chances of 5★ Brendan & Treecko appearing are increased during this exclusive sync pair scout! Don’t miss your chance to get Brendan & Treecko!
About Brendan & Treecko:
This skilled Trainer from Hoenn deals big damage with Leaf Storm!Important:
- Sync pairs other than the one mentioned above may appear.
- The scout period and its content are subject to change without notice.
- To check the offering rates of sync pairs, go to the offering rate section on the sync pair scout screen.
- Please read the notes section under offering rate on the sync pair scout screen before using the feature.
Source: https://pokemonmasters-game.com/en-US/announcements/Gacha_M2_W4_1
A Grass-Type Training Event will take place in Pokémon Masters from October 23rd, 2019 until November 6th, 2019. During the event period, you can take on special missions and can also strengthen your Grass types!
Grass-Type Training Event:
10/23/2019 at 11:00 p.m. – 11/6/2019 at 10:59 p.m.Grass-Type Training Event under way! Strengthen your Grass types!
The Grass-Type Training Event is the perfect chance to strengthen your Grass-type sync pairs! This event features the co-op boss Marlon, who is weak against Grass types. Train your Grass-type sync pairs to take on the boss!
Defeating the boss earns you all sorts of rewards that’ll help you strengthen your sync pairs.
About Training Events:
- There are two types of training events: single-player and co-op.
- You can earn rewards by completing either type.
Important:
- To participate, you must have completed chapter 5 of the main story.
- The sync pairs that appear as opponents in battle have different capabilities than those you can actually obtain.
- The event period and its content are subject to change without notice.
- When the exchange period for the vouchers obtained in this event ends, leftover vouchers will be converted into coins (10 coins per voucher) and sent to your Present Box.
Source: https://pokemonmasters-game.com/en-US/announcements/Event_M2_W4_1
A new Professor Willow detailed log has been published on the official Pokémon GO website which details some strange objects that Team GO Rocket Grunts are dropping when defeated in battle.
During my investigations of these take-overs, I came across these strange objects that Team GO Rocket Grunts would drop upon being defeated in battle. For the sake of this report, I will refer to them as Mysterious Components. The exteriors of these objects seem to be made of some metal alloy, and they’re cold to the touch. The glass screens radiate a light-purple color. I touched the screen of one of the objects to see if it would react, but nothing happened.
I had a hunch that the Team GO Rocket Grunts were using some sort of device to take over PokéStops and collect resources. Based on what I know so far, these Mysterious Components I’ve found seem to be able to serve that purpose. But considering how advanced this technology is, there must be another use for it. I’ve been working on something in my lab with the help of the team leaders, and I think we might be able to use these components to track down where Team GO Rocket is hiding. I need to continue my research. We must get to the bottom of this. —Professor Willow
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/willowreport-loomingshadow
For some time, we’ve been implementing various game-design changes, such as providing more items in areas with fewer PokéStops, introducing different shop bundles, and tailoring raid levels to fit the communities where the raids appear. These tests are meant to help us provide the best experience for different players around the world. A recent experiment was the launch of Legendary Raid Hour, and your feedback was instrumental in improving this now widely enjoyed event, where communities around the world work together and create Pokémon GO memories.
In the near future, you may notice a few changes in the game between large feature launches. To ensure Trainers have a seamless experience, we’re taking a close look at Pokémon GO’s features and how Trainers access them. While changes do take time, we’d like to thank you for your ongoing support, and with your continued feedback, we look forward to continuing to grow and evolve the game. Our intention is to roll out changes to all Trainers once we’ve determined what the best experience is, based on what we learn together in the small-scale tests.
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/communitynoteoct2019
We’re getting closer to finding another use for these Mysterious Components. I’ve been developing a prototype for something I call the Rocket Radar by combining several of the components together, but it’s still not functioning as intended.
I believe that if I can create a functioning prototype of this Rocket Radar, we might be able to use Team GO Rocket’s own technology to find out where their hideouts are. While it’s relatively easy to find Team GO Rocket Grunts (the PokéStops they hack become noticeably discolored and have a glitch-like appearance), we’ve had a difficult time finding where the Team GO Rocket Leaders—or even Giovanni—are hiding.
These Mysterious Components hold the key to making this Rocket Radar work. I know we can uncover where the Team GO Rocket higher-ups are hiding. I need to rally our team leaders to dig further into this.
We had our first encounter with a Team GO Rocket Team Leader today. Testing needed to be done on the Rocket Radar prototype. Blanche has been an integral part of its development so naturally I included the Team Mystic leader to assist. We set out in hopes of testing its tracking abilities, but the prototype kept malfunctioning, causing us to be led aimlessly to random PokéStops. Blanche became visibly upset, which tends to happen when things don’t go to their carefully curated plans. This was when something unexpected happened. Instead of us finding a Team GO Rocket Leader, one of them found us.
A muscular man with a distinct Poké Ball beard design, approached us. Cliff, just as he appeared in the corrupted files on my computer. His first words were a warning that we were “encroaching on Team GO Rocket territory.” His demeanor was just as stern and intimidating as his photo.
He was reluctant to battle us, and told us to retreat in a surprisingly gentle tone. It was clear that this would be the only kindness he’d show us and would not stand down if challenged to a battle. Blanche stood frozen. I made the decision for both of us to head back, we were not prepared for a face-off.
Back safely in the lab, Blanche confirmed my assumptions: it was difficult to determine the best course of action during our encounter with Cliff. Compounded with the frustration of the prototype malfunctioning, it was apparent Blanche needed some time to reassess the situation at hand.
We need to be cautious. It seems like we aren’t the only ones scouting out the situation.
Work continues to move forward on tracking Team GO Rocket. I’ve observed Blanche having a renewed sense of motivation as we improved upon the Rocket Radar prototype. Unfortunately, we had some...unexpected testing by our rambunctious Team Instinct Leader, Spark.
After his unauthorized testing, and a bit of reprimanding, Spark shared with me yet another unexpected encounter. He had ventured out on his own with the malfunctioning Rocket Radar that Blanche had been working on. He was concerned that since Team GO Rocket was stealing from PokéStops, that also meant they were taking the Eggs as well. Worried that they might hatch the Eggs and turn those Pokémon into Shadow Pokémon too, so he was determined to save as many Eggs as he could before Team GO Rocket got to them.
Even more concerning, he confirmed that he had a face-to-face with the woman in the decrypted images: Sierra. He told me that after he saved a few Eggs, Sierra appeared and mocked his rescue mission, which only riled Spark up further. He challenged her to a battle, however, his impulsiveness had gotten the best of him. His natural instinct to go out and protect these Eggs also left him completely unprepared to battle. Sierra noticed he had no Poké Balls and dismissed Spark’s challenge, saying not to waste her time as she disappeared into the shadows.
Spark told me that Sierra’s presence seemed different from the Grunts he’d encountered. He wasn’t intimidated by Team GO Rocket Grunts, but he felt small in Sierra’s presence. The way she spoke and moved gave off a sense that she had years of experience and training that outmatched his own. It appears as if Team GO Rocket has some formidable leaders after all.
Spark returned the Rocket Radar, which was still malfunctioning after Blanche’s adjustments. Blanche was obviously not amused by the adventures of a fellow team leader, but realized his use of the prototype provided additional insights into what could be causing the malfunction. The two began working together to find the source of the issue.
Since our team leaders have unique strengths (and weaknesses), I believe collaboration will be the key to our success.
After all the commotion, we regrouped as a team. Blanche and Spark focused their talents on the prototype, while Candela was unfocused and frenetic. She was pacing, spinning in chairs, and sighing constantly. In hopes to get her working together with the team, I stopped her and requested she join me in scoping out a nearby field frequented by Ponyta. My purpose was to get her out of the lab and find a way to channel her fiery energy into the task at hand.
We spoke frankly on our way over to the field. I told her that I had noticed a distinct change in her behavior and mood ever since I had decrypted the images of the Team GO Rocket Leaders. She spoke in her typical passionate and animated way by quickly jumping from one topic to another, but I was able to catch the following facts.
Candela used to be close friends with one of the Team GO Rocket Leaders—Arlo. They had been a part of Team Valor together. He left suddenly after she became the Team Valor Leader, but there seems to be more to this story. She hadn’t seen him or heard from him until she saw the unencrypted photo. She has no idea how someone she had known so well could go and join an organization like Team GO Rocket. Her emotions and passion usually helped her in tough situations, but this time, she said it felt like they weighed her down. She wanted to run out the door because she wanted to do something—she wanted to help.
I told her about what happened with Blanche and Spark earlier this week. Blanche, whose logic and careful planning was usually a strength, ended up overthinking the situation and not being able to make an executive decision when facing off against Cliff. Spark, whose boldness and gut feelings usually help him out in a pinch, ended up entirely unprepared against Sierra when he acted instinctively to go and protect Pokémon. I told her that making mistakes was OK—and in fact is what’s motivating Spark and Blanche now to work even harder toward finding these Team GO Rocket Leaders and defeating them. What ultimately matters is learning to overcome weaknesses. When in doubt, you can lean on others for support.
As we arrived at our destination, we took a moment to take in our surroundings. Suddenly, Candela fell silent. I looked to see where her eyes had landed. Across the field was a large group of Shadow Pokémon and, in the center, Arlo. I was impressed by the Team Valor Leader, taking a calm approach to something that would normally cause her to rush into battle. This wasn’t the time to take on Arlo and his Shadow Pokémon, and we were fiercely outnumbered. We needed to regroup with the team, check on the progress of the Rocket Radar, and truly prep for whatever they were planning next. With a quick glance and a nod, we returned to the lab seemingly unseen.
Candela responded to my feedback quickly. I tasked her with helping me review the amazing research our Trainers around the world have been submitting in hopes of finding any leads to a solution. Almost immediately Candela realized that our Trainers were the key—their work collecting Mysterious Components combined with our research is what will perfect the prototype! She joined the others to work on the prototype, and within minutes, her suggestions caused a frenzy of activity as the three made unbelievable progress on the Rocket Radar, now seeming to function without error.
Their collaboration and combination of unique skills created the perfect balance. I love it when I’m right.
Armed with the research findings that Trainers are sending in and the contributions from each of the team leaders, I’ve built the next phase of the Rocket Radar prototype. For record’s sake, let’s refer to it as the Super Rocket Radar.
Reports from Trainers trying out the Super Rocket Radar are concerning. Our initial Rocket Radar prototype focused on detecting signals to track Team GO Rocket’s hideouts, but with the advancements in the Super Rocket Radar, the new device can intercept signals allowing us to track not only Team GO Rocket’s hideouts but their headquarters as well.
Since the Super Rocket Radar devices are much more complex to build, I’m going to have to lean on our Trainers across the globe to complete Special Research. Together, we can stop Team GO Rocket.
I’ve intercepted this message but cannot seem to open the file. It’s encrypted, and I know it must hold some critical information about to Team GO Rocket. I knew we should prepare for trouble, but this is far from double.
We’ve received unsettling messages from Team GO Rocket directly. Each team leader shared with me the messages they received. It is clear that a take-over is going to be happening soon, and Team GO Rocket’s boldness means they must be scoping out locations. I have concerns that this could be similar—or bigger—than their last attempt, since leadership is now involved. Below are the messages for documentation purposes.
Blanche. You overthink. You overcalculate. You overcomplicate. But can’t you see? It’s pretty simple. Your time as a leader is OVER!!!
Spark. Your naïve positivity is laughable and will be your undoing. The world is so very cruel. I’ll make sure to remind you soon.
Candela. After all this time, you still haven’t changed. Tsk. Remember, fire is a fickle thing. When controlled, it provides warmth, but in the wrong hands, it burns. You will regret the day you took what was rightfully mine.
I believe something big is coming, and we need to quickly find out what it is.
The file that I received on November 3 appears to be a message sent from the leader of Team GO Rocket to the entire organization. I was able to decode only part of it. These sections are replicated below. It seems to be a memo.
███████████████████████████ █████████████████████████████████ ██████████████████████████████ ███████████████████████████ █████the time is now███████11/7████ █████G██V███I████████
I will advise all Trainers to stay vigilant.
Willow Report: Looming in the Shadows
Trainers, Professor Willow has kept a detailed log of his research concerning Team GO Rocket. He’s shared this log with us in hopes we can support him and the team leaders when it comes to this threat. We’ve prepared his report for you below and will continue to update as he shares more of his findings.Date: 10/22/19 - Subject: [Willow Report] Mysterious Components
During my investigations of these take-overs, I came across these strange objects that Team GO Rocket Grunts would drop upon being defeated in battle. For the sake of this report, I will refer to them as Mysterious Components. The exteriors of these objects seem to be made of some metal alloy, and they’re cold to the touch. The glass screens radiate a light-purple color. I touched the screen of one of the objects to see if it would react, but nothing happened.
I had a hunch that the Team GO Rocket Grunts were using some sort of device to take over PokéStops and collect resources. Based on what I know so far, these Mysterious Components I’ve found seem to be able to serve that purpose. But considering how advanced this technology is, there must be another use for it. I’ve been working on something in my lab with the help of the team leaders, and I think we might be able to use these components to track down where Team GO Rocket is hiding. I need to continue my research. We must get to the bottom of this. —Professor Willow
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/willowreport-loomingshadow
Community Note: Improvements to the Pokémon GO experience
Trainers, In an effort to create an even more meaningful experience for you, we’ve been implementing gameplay adjustments around the world. Adjusting features is standard practice for the technology and mobile-gaming industries, and we consider ourselves lucky that Pokémon GO has a community that is helpful in determining what works and what can be improved.For some time, we’ve been implementing various game-design changes, such as providing more items in areas with fewer PokéStops, introducing different shop bundles, and tailoring raid levels to fit the communities where the raids appear. These tests are meant to help us provide the best experience for different players around the world. A recent experiment was the launch of Legendary Raid Hour, and your feedback was instrumental in improving this now widely enjoyed event, where communities around the world work together and create Pokémon GO memories.
In the near future, you may notice a few changes in the game between large feature launches. To ensure Trainers have a seamless experience, we’re taking a close look at Pokémon GO’s features and how Trainers access them. While changes do take time, we’d like to thank you for your ongoing support, and with your continued feedback, we look forward to continuing to grow and evolve the game. Our intention is to roll out changes to all Trainers once we’ve determined what the best experience is, based on what we learn together in the small-scale tests.
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/communitynoteoct2019
Date: 10/24/19 - Subject: [Willow Report] Early Rocket Radar Prototype
We’re getting closer to finding another use for these Mysterious Components. I’ve been developing a prototype for something I call the Rocket Radar by combining several of the components together, but it’s still not functioning as intended.
I believe that if I can create a functioning prototype of this Rocket Radar, we might be able to use Team GO Rocket’s own technology to find out where their hideouts are. While it’s relatively easy to find Team GO Rocket Grunts (the PokéStops they hack become noticeably discolored and have a glitch-like appearance), we’ve had a difficult time finding where the Team GO Rocket Leaders—or even Giovanni—are hiding.
These Mysterious Components hold the key to making this Rocket Radar work. I know we can uncover where the Team GO Rocket higher-ups are hiding. I need to rally our team leaders to dig further into this.
Date: 10/26/19 - Subject: [Willow Report] The first of many cliffhangers
We had our first encounter with a Team GO Rocket Team Leader today. Testing needed to be done on the Rocket Radar prototype. Blanche has been an integral part of its development so naturally I included the Team Mystic leader to assist. We set out in hopes of testing its tracking abilities, but the prototype kept malfunctioning, causing us to be led aimlessly to random PokéStops. Blanche became visibly upset, which tends to happen when things don’t go to their carefully curated plans. This was when something unexpected happened. Instead of us finding a Team GO Rocket Leader, one of them found us.
A muscular man with a distinct Poké Ball beard design, approached us. Cliff, just as he appeared in the corrupted files on my computer. His first words were a warning that we were “encroaching on Team GO Rocket territory.” His demeanor was just as stern and intimidating as his photo.
He was reluctant to battle us, and told us to retreat in a surprisingly gentle tone. It was clear that this would be the only kindness he’d show us and would not stand down if challenged to a battle. Blanche stood frozen. I made the decision for both of us to head back, we were not prepared for a face-off.
Back safely in the lab, Blanche confirmed my assumptions: it was difficult to determine the best course of action during our encounter with Cliff. Compounded with the frustration of the prototype malfunctioning, it was apparent Blanche needed some time to reassess the situation at hand.
We need to be cautious. It seems like we aren’t the only ones scouting out the situation.
Date: 10/28/19 - Subject: [Willow Report] A shadowy sierra
Work continues to move forward on tracking Team GO Rocket. I’ve observed Blanche having a renewed sense of motivation as we improved upon the Rocket Radar prototype. Unfortunately, we had some...unexpected testing by our rambunctious Team Instinct Leader, Spark.
After his unauthorized testing, and a bit of reprimanding, Spark shared with me yet another unexpected encounter. He had ventured out on his own with the malfunctioning Rocket Radar that Blanche had been working on. He was concerned that since Team GO Rocket was stealing from PokéStops, that also meant they were taking the Eggs as well. Worried that they might hatch the Eggs and turn those Pokémon into Shadow Pokémon too, so he was determined to save as many Eggs as he could before Team GO Rocket got to them.
Even more concerning, he confirmed that he had a face-to-face with the woman in the decrypted images: Sierra. He told me that after he saved a few Eggs, Sierra appeared and mocked his rescue mission, which only riled Spark up further. He challenged her to a battle, however, his impulsiveness had gotten the best of him. His natural instinct to go out and protect these Eggs also left him completely unprepared to battle. Sierra noticed he had no Poké Balls and dismissed Spark’s challenge, saying not to waste her time as she disappeared into the shadows.
Spark told me that Sierra’s presence seemed different from the Grunts he’d encountered. He wasn’t intimidated by Team GO Rocket Grunts, but he felt small in Sierra’s presence. The way she spoke and moved gave off a sense that she had years of experience and training that outmatched his own. It appears as if Team GO Rocket has some formidable leaders after all.
Spark returned the Rocket Radar, which was still malfunctioning after Blanche’s adjustments. Blanche was obviously not amused by the adventures of a fellow team leader, but realized his use of the prototype provided additional insights into what could be causing the malfunction. The two began working together to find the source of the issue.
Since our team leaders have unique strengths (and weaknesses), I believe collaboration will be the key to our success.
Date: 10/30/19 - Subject: [Willow Report] A Valor recruit no more
After all the commotion, we regrouped as a team. Blanche and Spark focused their talents on the prototype, while Candela was unfocused and frenetic. She was pacing, spinning in chairs, and sighing constantly. In hopes to get her working together with the team, I stopped her and requested she join me in scoping out a nearby field frequented by Ponyta. My purpose was to get her out of the lab and find a way to channel her fiery energy into the task at hand.
We spoke frankly on our way over to the field. I told her that I had noticed a distinct change in her behavior and mood ever since I had decrypted the images of the Team GO Rocket Leaders. She spoke in her typical passionate and animated way by quickly jumping from one topic to another, but I was able to catch the following facts.
Candela used to be close friends with one of the Team GO Rocket Leaders—Arlo. They had been a part of Team Valor together. He left suddenly after she became the Team Valor Leader, but there seems to be more to this story. She hadn’t seen him or heard from him until she saw the unencrypted photo. She has no idea how someone she had known so well could go and join an organization like Team GO Rocket. Her emotions and passion usually helped her in tough situations, but this time, she said it felt like they weighed her down. She wanted to run out the door because she wanted to do something—she wanted to help.
I told her about what happened with Blanche and Spark earlier this week. Blanche, whose logic and careful planning was usually a strength, ended up overthinking the situation and not being able to make an executive decision when facing off against Cliff. Spark, whose boldness and gut feelings usually help him out in a pinch, ended up entirely unprepared against Sierra when he acted instinctively to go and protect Pokémon. I told her that making mistakes was OK—and in fact is what’s motivating Spark and Blanche now to work even harder toward finding these Team GO Rocket Leaders and defeating them. What ultimately matters is learning to overcome weaknesses. When in doubt, you can lean on others for support.
As we arrived at our destination, we took a moment to take in our surroundings. Suddenly, Candela fell silent. I looked to see where her eyes had landed. Across the field was a large group of Shadow Pokémon and, in the center, Arlo. I was impressed by the Team Valor Leader, taking a calm approach to something that would normally cause her to rush into battle. This wasn’t the time to take on Arlo and his Shadow Pokémon, and we were fiercely outnumbered. We needed to regroup with the team, check on the progress of the Rocket Radar, and truly prep for whatever they were planning next. With a quick glance and a nod, we returned to the lab seemingly unseen.
Candela responded to my feedback quickly. I tasked her with helping me review the amazing research our Trainers around the world have been submitting in hopes of finding any leads to a solution. Almost immediately Candela realized that our Trainers were the key—their work collecting Mysterious Components combined with our research is what will perfect the prototype! She joined the others to work on the prototype, and within minutes, her suggestions caused a frenzy of activity as the three made unbelievable progress on the Rocket Radar, now seeming to function without error.
Their collaboration and combination of unique skills created the perfect balance. I love it when I’m right.
Date: 11/1/19 - Subject: [Willow Report] Super Rocket Radar
Armed with the research findings that Trainers are sending in and the contributions from each of the team leaders, I’ve built the next phase of the Rocket Radar prototype. For record’s sake, let’s refer to it as the Super Rocket Radar.
Reports from Trainers trying out the Super Rocket Radar are concerning. Our initial Rocket Radar prototype focused on detecting signals to track Team GO Rocket’s hideouts, but with the advancements in the Super Rocket Radar, the new device can intercept signals allowing us to track not only Team GO Rocket’s hideouts but their headquarters as well.
Since the Super Rocket Radar devices are much more complex to build, I’m going to have to lean on our Trainers across the globe to complete Special Research. Together, we can stop Team GO Rocket.
Date: 11/3/19 Subject: [Willow Report] Encrypted file
I’ve intercepted this message but cannot seem to open the file. It’s encrypted, and I know it must hold some critical information about to Team GO Rocket. I knew we should prepare for trouble, but this is far from double.
Date: 11/5/19 - Subject: [Willow Report] Direct contact from Team GO Rocket
We’ve received unsettling messages from Team GO Rocket directly. Each team leader shared with me the messages they received. It is clear that a take-over is going to be happening soon, and Team GO Rocket’s boldness means they must be scoping out locations. I have concerns that this could be similar—or bigger—than their last attempt, since leadership is now involved. Below are the messages for documentation purposes.
Blanche. You overthink. You overcalculate. You overcomplicate. But can’t you see? It’s pretty simple. Your time as a leader is OVER!!!
Spark. Your naïve positivity is laughable and will be your undoing. The world is so very cruel. I’ll make sure to remind you soon.
Candela. After all this time, you still haven’t changed. Tsk. Remember, fire is a fickle thing. When controlled, it provides warmth, but in the wrong hands, it burns. You will regret the day you took what was rightfully mine.
I believe something big is coming, and we need to quickly find out what it is.
Date: 11/6/19 - Subject: [Willow Report] Update: Encrypted file contains a message
The file that I received on November 3 appears to be a message sent from the leader of Team GO Rocket to the entire organization. I was able to decode only part of it. These sections are replicated below. It seems to be a memo.
███████████████████████████ █████████████████████████████████ ██████████████████████████████ ███████████████████████████ █████the time is now███████11/7████ █████G██V███I████████
I will advise all Trainers to stay vigilant.
