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Niantic posted a followup and statistics for the Pokémon GO Fest 2019 Chicago which took place on Saturday, June 15th, 2019. Trainers walked more than 290,000 kilometers, caught 15,000,000 Pokémon, and made 213,000 new friends.
Despite a brief interruption in play due to weather changes on Saturday, our Trainers showed their commitment no matter what the weather! They walked more than 290,000 kilometers, caught 15,000,000 Pokémon, and made 213,000 new friends. We want to thank all of the passionate Trainers in Chicago and around the world who helped kick off our adventures this season and made this one of the most memorable Pokémon GO Fests yet!
Here are just a few of the highlights from this week’s activities.
Pokémon GO Fest 2019 - Chicago Special Research
As Trainers began their Pokémon journey through the park, Professor Willow greeted them and asked to join forces to investigate a very mysterious situation. Their first Special Research tasks were to spin seven PokéStops, send three gifts, and make three new friends. In an urban park stretching 319 acres large and full of players from around the globe, it was amazing seeing Trainers come together to complete their assignment from the professor.
After completing research tasks that included catching unique Pokémon of multiple types, attendees returned lost Pokémon to their natural habitats by taking a GO Snapshot of them. Trainers encountered Jirachi and had an opportunity to catch it for the first time in Pokémon GO history!
Battles, Autographs, Trades!
In the north part of Grant Park, past the Winter Forest and across from the Spooky Woods, sat the Battle Arena—an expansive space for attendees to lock eyes and engage in friendly Trainer Battles. Attendees from around the globe entered 16-player tournaments throughout the day to win exclusive Pokémon GO Fest prizes at various rounds. All rounds were played with the Great League ruleset. The competition was fierce, but our players impressed us with their battle prowess!
Across the field, attendees had the opportunity to meet Trainer Tips, MYSTIC7, REVERSAL, PkmnMaster Holly, and ZoëTwoDots! Attendees with tickets were able to attend daily signings where they could meet, chat with, and get an autograph from these content creators.
Located at the southern part of the park was the Trading Outpost, where attendees were able to conduct up to 5 Special Trades on their event day! Thousands of Trainers from around the world were given customizable Trading Outpost paddles which they used to show which Pokémon they wanted and which they had to trade. Many happy players left with a few more spots filled in their Pokédex.
Global Challenge
Congratulations to all Trainers who took part in the first part of the Global Challenge! Pokémon GO Fest Chicago attendees and players around the world alike worked hard throughout the four-day event and successfully completed Spark’s Candy Research Challenge. Spark hasn’t been able to contain his excitement all weekend and is whooping and hollering with joy as we type this update.
He wants us to let you all know that he says, “I’m electrified! Thank you, Trainers, for all of your hard work. I knew we could do it! Please keep up the same energy for Candela and Blanche’s challenges too! WOOHOO!”
Look forward to the following bonuses to be active from Tuesday, June 18, 2019, at 1 p.m. until Tuesday, June 25, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT:
In addition to those bonuses, Raikou will be available in raids on Saturday, June 29, 2019, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m local time. Players will receive up to 5 free Raid Passes during the event. If you’re lucky, you might encounter Shiny Raikou!
Thank you, Trainers.
We couldn’t have done this without you. This was our biggest Pokémon GO Fest yet and we hope you had just as an amazing time as we did! Please look forward to Pokémon GO Fest in Dortmund and Yokohama and be prepared to tackle Candela and Blanche’s challenges. They’re depending on you! Get ready for some more fun times ahead and we hope you have fun participating in Raikou Raid Day.
Oh...and one more thing…
Did you all see these folks hiding in the shadows, or was it just us?
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/gofest-chicago-2019/
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dc8_dJV6e-o
Summer Adventures Begin at Pokémon GO Fest 2019 Chicago!
Trainers, Thank you for another incredible experience in Chicago! Pokémon GO Fest 2019 Chicago, the first-ever four-day Pokémon GO Fest event, was truly bigger and better than ever. With more than 60,000 attendees over the course of the event and 287,000 Trainers playing in the surrounding Chicago area, it was incredible to see players from all walks of life come together for a weekend of fun and adventure. Meanwhile, tens of millions of passionate Trainers across the globe teamed up to complete Team Instinct Leader Spark’s assignment of Professor Willow’s Global Challenge to unlock Candy rewards around the world!Despite a brief interruption in play due to weather changes on Saturday, our Trainers showed their commitment no matter what the weather! They walked more than 290,000 kilometers, caught 15,000,000 Pokémon, and made 213,000 new friends. We want to thank all of the passionate Trainers in Chicago and around the world who helped kick off our adventures this season and made this one of the most memorable Pokémon GO Fests yet!
Here are just a few of the highlights from this week’s activities.
Pokémon GO Fest 2019 - Chicago Special Research
As Trainers began their Pokémon journey through the park, Professor Willow greeted them and asked to join forces to investigate a very mysterious situation. Their first Special Research tasks were to spin seven PokéStops, send three gifts, and make three new friends. In an urban park stretching 319 acres large and full of players from around the globe, it was amazing seeing Trainers come together to complete their assignment from the professor.
After completing research tasks that included catching unique Pokémon of multiple types, attendees returned lost Pokémon to their natural habitats by taking a GO Snapshot of them. Trainers encountered Jirachi and had an opportunity to catch it for the first time in Pokémon GO history!
Battles, Autographs, Trades!
In the north part of Grant Park, past the Winter Forest and across from the Spooky Woods, sat the Battle Arena—an expansive space for attendees to lock eyes and engage in friendly Trainer Battles. Attendees from around the globe entered 16-player tournaments throughout the day to win exclusive Pokémon GO Fest prizes at various rounds. All rounds were played with the Great League ruleset. The competition was fierce, but our players impressed us with their battle prowess!
Across the field, attendees had the opportunity to meet Trainer Tips, MYSTIC7, REVERSAL, PkmnMaster Holly, and ZoëTwoDots! Attendees with tickets were able to attend daily signings where they could meet, chat with, and get an autograph from these content creators.
Located at the southern part of the park was the Trading Outpost, where attendees were able to conduct up to 5 Special Trades on their event day! Thousands of Trainers from around the world were given customizable Trading Outpost paddles which they used to show which Pokémon they wanted and which they had to trade. Many happy players left with a few more spots filled in their Pokédex.
Global Challenge
Congratulations to all Trainers who took part in the first part of the Global Challenge! Pokémon GO Fest Chicago attendees and players around the world alike worked hard throughout the four-day event and successfully completed Spark’s Candy Research Challenge. Spark hasn’t been able to contain his excitement all weekend and is whooping and hollering with joy as we type this update.
He wants us to let you all know that he says, “I’m electrified! Thank you, Trainers, for all of your hard work. I knew we could do it! Please keep up the same energy for Candela and Blanche’s challenges too! WOOHOO!”
Look forward to the following bonuses to be active from Tuesday, June 18, 2019, at 1 p.m. until Tuesday, June 25, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT:
- 2× Catch Candy
- Guaranteed 1 Rare Candy per raid
- 1/2 Hatch Distance
- 2× Hatch Candy
In addition to those bonuses, Raikou will be available in raids on Saturday, June 29, 2019, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m local time. Players will receive up to 5 free Raid Passes during the event. If you’re lucky, you might encounter Shiny Raikou!
Thank you, Trainers.
We couldn’t have done this without you. This was our biggest Pokémon GO Fest yet and we hope you had just as an amazing time as we did! Please look forward to Pokémon GO Fest in Dortmund and Yokohama and be prepared to tackle Candela and Blanche’s challenges. They’re depending on you! Get ready for some more fun times ahead and we hope you have fun participating in Raikou Raid Day.
Oh...and one more thing…
Did you all see these folks hiding in the shadows, or was it just us?
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/gofest-chicago-2019/
YouTube Clip - Pokémon GO Fest 2019 Chicago
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dc8_dJV6e-o
Jun 15 2019
Pokémon GO Fest 2019: Weather Update
Due to severe thunderstorms in the Chicago area, the Pokémon GO Fest 2019 had to be evacuated but as token of Niantic's appreciation, Pokémon GO Fest Chicago 2019 Saturday ticket holders will see increased appearances of event Pokémon featured during Pokémon GO Fest Chicago 2019 next Saturday, June 22nd, 2019 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
As a token of our appreciation for attendees’ cooperation during the evacuation and afterwards, Pokémon GO Fest Chicago 2019 Saturday ticket holders will see increased appearances of event Pokémon featured during Pokémon GO Fest Chicago 2019 next Saturday. See below for more information:
[Features]
[Date + Time]
In addition, similar to last year’s event, all Pokémon GO Fest Chicago 2019 ticket holders will have the ability to finish their Special Research from the event after the weekend is over. Thank you all for your understanding
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/chicagoeventupdate/
Pokémon GO Fest 2019: Weather Update
Trainers, Due to severe thunderstorms in the surrounding area, The National Weather Service in collaboration with the City of Chicago authorities advised evacuating the event site on Saturday, June 15th during Pokémon GO Fest Chicago 2019. For the safety of attendees, the event was paused given the incoming forecast of lightning. As soon as city safety officials notified the Pokémon GO team that the weather was clear, gameplay resumed and attendees were invited to return to the park.As a token of our appreciation for attendees’ cooperation during the evacuation and afterwards, Pokémon GO Fest Chicago 2019 Saturday ticket holders will see increased appearances of event Pokémon featured during Pokémon GO Fest Chicago 2019 next Saturday. See below for more information:
[Features]
- Pokémon GO Fest Chicago featured Pokémon like Machop, Horsea, Lapras, Lotad, Ralts, Mawile, Absol and many others will appear more frequently in the wild for Pokémon GO Fest Chicago 2019 Saturday ticket holders.
[Date + Time]
- Saturday, June 22 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (local time) for Saturday Pokémon GO Fest Chicago 2019 ticket holders globally.
In addition, similar to last year’s event, all Pokémon GO Fest Chicago 2019 ticket holders will have the ability to finish their Special Research from the event after the weekend is over. Thank you all for your understanding
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/chicagoeventupdate/
The official Pokémon Singapore website has announced that Pokémon Tretta has launched in Singapore at the Pokémon Center Singapore. There are 4 machines to play the game at the store.
When you buy any goods in Pokémon Center Singapore, show a TRETTA chip to cashier, 1 type of Pikachu TRETTA chip will be given randomly.
Don’t miss the chance to get a lovely and adorable Pikachu chip!
See you in Pokémon Center Singapore!
*Present of Pikachu TRETTA chips are subject to a first-come-first-served basis while stocks last.
Source: https://sg.portal-pokemon.com/topics/game/190610130000_pokemon_tretta.html
Pokémon TRETTA is available in Pokémon Center Singapore NOW!
4 Pokémon TRETTA game machines were launched in Pokémon Center Singapore started from 1st June 2019. Moreover, Pokémon Center Singapore is carrying out a Campaign.When you buy any goods in Pokémon Center Singapore, show a TRETTA chip to cashier, 1 type of Pikachu TRETTA chip will be given randomly.
Don’t miss the chance to get a lovely and adorable Pikachu chip!
See you in Pokémon Center Singapore!
*Present of Pikachu TRETTA chips are subject to a first-come-first-served basis while stocks last.
Source: https://sg.portal-pokemon.com/topics/game/190610130000_pokemon_tretta.html
The official Pokémon website has posted details of the Pokémon GO Global Challenge 2019 as well as Pokémon GO Fests taking place around the world.
If each group completes their individual research tasks within the allotted time, all players will earn a special reward in Pokémon GO. If all four groups reach their goals, a special Raid Day will be unlocked that includes a chance to encounter a Shiny version of a Legendary Pokémon.
And that's not all! If Trainers all over the world are able to complete all the Global Challenge goals throughout the summer, an even more exciting bonus will be unlocked! What will that bonus be? Well, some things need to remain a surprise now, don't they?
To help you get ready for the upcoming tasks, check out what you'll have to look forward to this summer during the three Pokémon GO Fests below.
Required Research Tasks and Rewards
All successfully unlocked bonuses will run from Tuesday, June 18, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. PDT through Tuesday, June 25, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. PDT. If all four teams complete their goals during this event, Raikou will be available in Raid Battles at a date and time to be announced in the future. If you're lucky, you may encounter Shiny Raikou!
Required Research Tasks and Rewards
Required Research Tasks and Rewards
All successfully unlocked bonuses will run from Tuesday, August 13, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. PDT through Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. PDT. If all four teams complete their goals during this event, Suicune will be available in Raid Battles on Saturday, August 17, 2019, at a time to be announced in the future. If you're lucky, you may encounter Shiny Suicune!
As you can see, there is plenty for Pokémon GO Trainers to do this summer! Mark your calendars, and get ready to play together with Trainers around the world to complete the Global Challenge. Have fun, Trainers!
Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/pokemon-go-global-challenge-research-tasks-bring-bonuses/
Each team leader will be responsible for rallying Trainers to complete research both around the world and at each of the three Pokémon GO Fest events this summer. Complete the Global Challenge research alongside the Trainers at every Pokémon GO Fest, and unlock exciting bonuses designed by none other than your very own team leaders the following week! If all three teams and the event attendees meet the research goals, a special bonus Raid Day will be unlocked during the bonus week. And if all goals are met by the end of summer, an even more exciting bonus will be unlocked!
The professor believes that Spark, Blanche, and Candela are ready to take on such a responsibility, and we hope you’re excited to support them. Read the details carefully, Trainers, and prepare yourselves!
Spark’s Candy Research Challenge
Challenge Date + Time
Thursday, June 13, 2019, at 9 a.m. to Sunday, June 16, 2019, at 5 p.m. PDT (GMT −7)
Challenge Research Tasks
Reward Bonus Date + Time
Candela’s XP Research Challenge
Challenge Date + Time
Thursday, July 4, 2019, at 1 a.m. to Sunday, July 7, 2019, at 9 a.m. PDT (GMT −7)
Challenge Research Tasks
Reward Bonus Date + Time
Blanche’s Stardust Research Challenge
Challenge Date + Time
Monday, August 5, 2019, at 6 p.m. to Monday, August 12, 2019, at 1 a.m. PDT (GMT −7)
Reward Bonus Date + Time
It’s time to set team allegiances aside and unite to complete this challenge. Professor Willow has high expectations for Spark, Blanche, and Candela, and they’ll need your support now more than ever. Let’s work together and GO!
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/globalchallenge2019/
Join forces with Trainers from all over the world to unlock cool bonuses in Pokémon GO this summer
Summertime is here once again, and with it comes a trio of exciting live Pokémon GO Fest events. To commemorate these celebrations, fans all over the world will be able to take part in Professor Willow's Global Challenge. The Global Challenge is comprised of three research challenges—one for each Pokémon GO Fest event—with separate research tasks for attendees of each Pokémon GO Fest and members of Team Instinct, Team Mystic, and Team Valor.If each group completes their individual research tasks within the allotted time, all players will earn a special reward in Pokémon GO. If all four groups reach their goals, a special Raid Day will be unlocked that includes a chance to encounter a Shiny version of a Legendary Pokémon.
And that's not all! If Trainers all over the world are able to complete all the Global Challenge goals throughout the summer, an even more exciting bonus will be unlocked! What will that bonus be? Well, some things need to remain a surprise now, don't they?
To help you get ready for the upcoming tasks, check out what you'll have to look forward to this summer during the three Pokémon GO Fests below.
Pokémon GO Fest Chicago
The Research Challenge during Pokémon GO Fest Chicago is dubbed Spark's Candy Research Challenge. This event will run from Thursday, June 13, 2019, at 9:00 a.m. PDT through Sunday, June 16, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. PDT.Required Research Tasks and Rewards
- Pokémon GO Fest Chicago Event Attendees — Complete one million research tasks to unlock twice the usual Candy from catching Pokémon
- Team Instinct — Complete 15 million research tasks globally to unlock a guaranteed one Rare Candy per Raid Battle
- Team Valor — Complete 15 million research tasks globally to unlock halved Egg-hatching distance
- Team Mystic — Complete 15 million research tasks globally to unlock twice the normal Candy reward from hatching Eggs
All successfully unlocked bonuses will run from Tuesday, June 18, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. PDT through Tuesday, June 25, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. PDT. If all four teams complete their goals during this event, Raikou will be available in Raid Battles at a date and time to be announced in the future. If you're lucky, you may encounter Shiny Raikou!
Pokémon GO Fest Dortmund
The research challenge during Pokémon GO Fest Dortmund is Candela's XP Research Challenge. This event will run from Thursday, July 4, 2019, at 1:00 a.m. PDT through Sunday, July 7, 2019, at 9:00 a.m. PDT.Required Research Tasks and Rewards
- Pokémon GO Fest Dortmund Event Attendees — Complete one million research tasks to unlock three times the normal XP from catching Pokémon
- Team Instinct — Complete 15 million research tasks globally to unlock one-hour Lucky Eggs
- Team Valor — Complete 15 million research tasks globally to unlock three times the normal XP from hatching Eggs
- Team Mystic — Complete 15 million research tasks globally to unlock twice the normal XP from a Raid Battle
Pokémon GO Fest Yokohama
Pokémon GO Fest Yokohama's research challenge is Blanche's Stardust Research Challenge. This event will run from Monday, August 5, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. PDT through Monday, August 12, 2019, at 1:00 a.m. PDT.Required Research Tasks and Rewards
- Pokémon GO Fest Yokohama Event Attendees — Complete two million research tasks to unlock three times the normal Stardust from catching Pokémon.
- Team Instinct — Complete 25 million research tasks globally to unlock guaranteed 3,000 Stardust per Raid Battle
- Team Valor — Complete 25 million research tasks globally to unlock three times the normal Stardust from hatching Eggs
- Team Mystic — Complete 25 million research tasks globally to unlock one-hour Star Pieces
All successfully unlocked bonuses will run from Tuesday, August 13, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. PDT through Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. PDT. If all four teams complete their goals during this event, Suicune will be available in Raid Battles on Saturday, August 17, 2019, at a time to be announced in the future. If you're lucky, you may encounter Shiny Suicune!
As you can see, there is plenty for Pokémon GO Trainers to do this summer! Mark your calendars, and get ready to play together with Trainers around the world to complete the Global Challenge. Have fun, Trainers!
Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/pokemon-go-global-challenge-research-tasks-bring-bonuses/
Are you ready for Professor Willow’s Global Challenge?
Trainers, Attention, Team Instinct, Mystic, and Valor Trainers! Get ready for a Global Challenge like you’ve never experienced before! This year, Professor Willow has tasked Spark, Blanche, and Candela to take on new challenges and grow as leaders. While they’re already accomplished Pokémon GO Trainers, the professor wants to make sure they’re ready to take on any trouble that might come their way.
Each team leader will be responsible for rallying Trainers to complete research both around the world and at each of the three Pokémon GO Fest events this summer. Complete the Global Challenge research alongside the Trainers at every Pokémon GO Fest, and unlock exciting bonuses designed by none other than your very own team leaders the following week! If all three teams and the event attendees meet the research goals, a special bonus Raid Day will be unlocked during the bonus week. And if all goals are met by the end of summer, an even more exciting bonus will be unlocked!
The professor believes that Spark, Blanche, and Candela are ready to take on such a responsibility, and we hope you’re excited to support them. Read the details carefully, Trainers, and prepare yourselves!
Spark’s Candy Research Challenge
Challenge Date + Time
Thursday, June 13, 2019, at 9 a.m. to Sunday, June 16, 2019, at 5 p.m. PDT (GMT −7)
- This challenge lasts from start to finish of Pokémon GO Fest Chicago.
Challenge Research Tasks
- Pokémon GO Fest Chicago event attendees—Complete 1 million research tasks to unlock 2× Catch Candy
- Team Instinct—Complete 15 million research tasks globally to unlock guaranteed 1 Rare Candy per raid
- Team Valor—Complete 15 million research tasks globally to unlock 1/2 Hatch Distance
- Team Mystic—Complete 15 million research tasks globally to unlock 2× Hatch Candy
Reward Bonus Date + Time
- All successfully unlocked bonuses will run from Tuesday, June 18, 2019, at 1 p.m. until Tuesday, June 25, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT.
- Unlock all the above bonuses, and Raikou will be available in raids for a short period of time (date and time to be announced later). If you’re lucky, you might encounter Shiny Raikou!
Candela’s XP Research Challenge
Challenge Date + Time
Thursday, July 4, 2019, at 1 a.m. to Sunday, July 7, 2019, at 9 a.m. PDT (GMT −7)
- This challenge lasts from start to finish of Pokémon GO Fest Dortmund.
Challenge Research Tasks
- Pokémon GO Fest Dortmund event attendees—Complete 1 million research tasks to unlock 3× Catch XP
- Team Instinct—Complete 15 million research tasks globally to unlock 1-hour Lucky Eggs
- Team Valor—Complete 15 million research tasks globally to unlock 3× Hatch XP
- Team Mystic—Complete 15 million research tasks globally to unlock 2× Raid XP
Reward Bonus Date + Time
- All successfully unlocked bonuses will run from Tuesday, July 9, 2019, at 1 p.m. until Tuesday, July 16, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT.
- Unlock all the above bonuses, and Entei will be available in raids Sunday, July 14, 2019 (time to be announced later). If you’re lucky, you might encounter Shiny Entei!
Blanche’s Stardust Research Challenge
Challenge Date + Time
Monday, August 5, 2019, at 6 p.m. to Monday, August 12, 2019, at 1 a.m. PDT (GMT −7)
- This challenge lasts from start to finish of Pokémon GO Fest Yokohama.
- Pokémon GO Fest Yokohama event attendees—Complete 2 million research tasks to unlock 3× Catch Stardust
- Team Instinct—Complete 25 million research tasks globally to unlock guaranteed 3,000 Stardust per raid
- Team Valor—Complete 25 million research tasks globally to unlock 3× Hatch Stardust
- Team Mystic—Complete 25 million research tasks globally to unlock 1-hour Star Pieces
Reward Bonus Date + Time
- All successfully unlocked bonuses will run from Tuesday, August 13, 2019, at 1 p.m. until Tuesday, August 20, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT.
- Unlock all the above bonuses, and Suicune will be available in raids on Saturday, August 17, 2019 (time to be announced later). If you’re lucky, you might encounter Shiny Suicune!
It’s time to set team allegiances aside and unite to complete this challenge. Professor Willow has high expectations for Spark, Blanche, and Candela, and they’ll need your support now more than ever. Let’s work together and GO!
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/globalchallenge2019/
Anime Expo 2019 takes place in Downtown LA at the Los Angeles Convention Center and adjacent areas, such as JW Marriott and Microsoft Theater on July 4th, 2019 to July 7th, 2019. As part of the Expo, there will be an exclusive screening of the new Pocket Monsters movie Pokémon: Mewtwo Strikes Back—Evolution!. This special showing will be ahead of the Japanese theater release which is scheduled for July 12th, 2019.
Joining the event for their first overseas convention appearances are directors Kunihiko Yuyama and Motonori Sakakibara. Additionally, voice actress/singer Rica Matsumoto (Ash) will participate in the event! They will also participate in autograph sessions (schedule TBA).
Time: 3:30 PM – 5:45 PM
Room: LACC / Main Events (Hall B)
Source: http://www.anime-expo.org/2019/06/10/anime-expo-to-host-exclusive-screening-of-pokemon-mewtwo-strikes-back-evolution/
Anime Expo to Host Exclusive Screening of Pokémon: Mewtwo Strikes Back—Evolution!
We’re excited to announce an exclusive screening of the 22nd film in the Pokémon franchise, “Pokémon: Mewtwo Strikes Back—Evolution,” to be held at Anime Expo 2019!Joining the event for their first overseas convention appearances are directors Kunihiko Yuyama and Motonori Sakakibara. Additionally, voice actress/singer Rica Matsumoto (Ash) will participate in the event! They will also participate in autograph sessions (schedule TBA).
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, July 4th, 2019Time: 3:30 PM – 5:45 PM
Room: LACC / Main Events (Hall B)
Profiles:
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About Kunihiko Yuyama Kunihiko Yuyama is best known for his work on the Pokémon series, having directed 21 films so far, from Pokémon: The First Movie to the upcoming Pokémon: Mewtwo Strikes Back—Evolution. His other works include Magical Princess Minky Momo and The Three Musketeers Anime. Yuyama is also the general director of the Pokémon animated television series. |
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About Motonori Sakakibara Motonori Sakakibara co-directed Pokémon: Mewtwo Strikes Back—Evolution, overseeing the CGI for the film. Sakakibara also co-directed Rudolf the Black Cat (2016) with Kunihiko Yuyama. In addition, he directed BBC’s Tinpo series (2019) and Pac-Man and the Ghostly Adventures (2013), and co-directed Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within (2001). |
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About Rica Matsumoto Japanese voice actor, actor, and singer Rica Matsumoto has played Ash, the main character of the Pokémon the Series, since 1997. She is also the singer of many of the theme songs for the series. Her fifth single, Mezase Pokémon Master, which includes songs from the first season of Pokémon the Series, is the best-selling single ever released by a voice actor, having sold over 1 million copies in Japan. Additionally, she has appeared in various stage plays such as The Wizard of Oz. |
Source: http://www.anime-expo.org/2019/06/10/anime-expo-to-host-exclusive-screening-of-pokemon-mewtwo-strikes-back-evolution/
The Pokémon Company International announced the Sun & Moon Unified Minds TCG expansion on June 6th, 2019 and it was released on August 2nd, 2019. High resolution images of the revealed cards from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.
Introducing More Pokémon Battle Teammates, Pokémon Trading Card Game: Sun & Moon—Unified Minds Releases August 2
Today, The Pokémon Company International unveiled a new expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game, Sun & Moon—Unified Minds, releasing around the world on August 2.In this expansion, fans can look forward to seeing more Pokémon pairing up and working together in eight new TAG TEAM Pokémon-GX cards, including Mewtwo & Mew-GX, Slowpoke & Psyduck-GX, Rowlet & Alolan Exeggutor-GX, and Garchomp & Giratina-GX, among others. Furthermore, the expansion contains nine additional Pokémon-GX, more than 25 Trainer cards, and two new Special Energy cards.
At launch, cards from Sun & Moon—Unified Minds will also be supported in Pokémon TCG Card Dex, a mobile app that offers an easy way to digitally browse and discover cards from the Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon Series.
Fans will be able to try out Sun & Moon—Unified Minds before it launches by participating in one of the many Prerelease tournaments taking place on July 20–28.
Come Together with Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Unified Minds Build & Battle Boxes
Take a closer look at highlighted cards in the next Pokémon TCG Build & Battle Boxes featuring the Sun & Moon—Unified Minds expansion.
Pokémon TCG Build & Battle Boxes are an awesome way to have quick battles using cards from the new Sun & Moon—Unified Minds expansion. Each Build & Battle Box contains a 23-card Evolution pack, which includes an exclusive foil promo card and is designed to give you a strong foundation for building a new deck. Each box also includes four 10-card booster packs from Sun & Moon—Unified Minds. Try to include Pokémon of types that have a lot of cards in your pool, and finish up using your Trainer and Energy cards.
If you’re short on Energy cards, look for the Pokémon TCG: Basic Energy Box where Pokémon TCG products are sold—it contains 450 assorted basic Energy cards, which should be more than enough to energize all of your group’s decks. With a variety of Evolution packs and four booster packs, you’ll get to come up with a creative new deck each time you open a Build & Battle Box.
Each Build & Battle Box is a little different, so you can add your own creative twist. Have some quick and fun battles using cards from the new Sun & Moon—Unified Minds expansion today!
Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/come-together-with-pokemon-tcg-sun-moon-unified-minds-build-battle-boxes
Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon Unified Minds Elite Trainer Box
The Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon Unified Minds Elite Trainer Box was available at the Pokémon Center and where Pokémon TCG products are sold on August 2nd, 2019.
To stay on top, your team must work as one! You can expand your team with the Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Unified Minds Elite Trainer Box, which contains all sorts of useful items that a Pokémon TCG fan needs. Whether you’re a collector or a competitive player, you’ll certainly love the eight Sun & Moon—Unified Minds booster packs. And with 65 card sleeves featuring the iconic duo of Mewtwo and Mew, you can keep those cards looking pristine. With a selection of dice, acrylic condition markers, and 45 Energy cards, you’ll have just what you need to get yourself into the game. Gain some extra knowledge about the game’s mechanics with a player’s guide filled with useful strategies and a handy card list. Of course, the box itself is extremely useful for storing all your goodies. Get your Pokémon united for battle with the Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Unified Minds Elite Trainer Box!
The Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Unified Minds Elite Trainer Box includes:
- 8 Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Unified Minds booster packs
- 65 card sleeves featuring Mewtwo & Mew
- 45 Pokémon TCG Energy cards
- A player’s guide to the Sun & Moon—Unified Minds expansion
- 6 damage-counter dice
- 1 competition-legal coin-flip die
- 2 acrylic condition markers and 1 acrylic TAG TEAM GX marker
- A collector’s box to hold everything, with 4 dividers to keep it organized
- A code card for the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online
Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-tcg/product-gallery/sun-moon-unified-minds-elite-trainer-box
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Jun 05 2019 09:12:35
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Jun 05 2019 09:12:35
Tags: Press Release YouTube E3 Nintendo Direct Pokémon Sword Pokémon Shield
Nintendo has announced that they will be broadcasting a Pokémon Direct for Pokémon Sword and Shield on June 5th, 2019 at 9:00am EST / 6:00am PST. The broadcast will be approximately 15 minutes and will cover new information on the games. High resolution artwork and screenshot from the press release has been added to an Imageboard thread.
Source: https://www.nintendo.com/nintendo-direct/06-05-2019/
The Dynamax Phenomenon
Dynamax is a phenomenon unique to specific locations in the Galar region, where Pokémon can take on gigantic appearances during battle, and it’s an integral part of Pokémon battles in the region. Pokémon from the Galar region are able to Dynamax, and when they do, they become tremendously strong and receive a boost to their power. Trainers can only Dynamax their Pokémon once during battle and the Dynamaxed Pokémon will return to its regular form after three turns. Only Trainers who possess a Dynamax Band can Dynamax their Pokémon.
All the moves of a Dynamax Pokémon will turn into special Max Moves. Max Moves are powerful, and some can even trigger additional effects. For example, the Normal-type Max Move, Max Strike, has the additional effect of lowering the Speed stat of an opponent it hits. The Max Moves the player’s Pokémon can use are determined by the kind and types of moves they knew before Dynamaxing.
Pokémon Gyms
Pokémon Gyms are found in stadiums throughout the Galar region and attract Trainers that are experts in specific types of Pokémon. To become Champion, players will need to defeat the top Trainer in each Pokémon Gym, also known as the Gym Leader. Spectators flock to the Gym Stadium to view these battles with Gym Leaders, which often involve intense clashes between Dynamax Pokémon. The matches are also broadcast on television throughout the Galar region. Milo is the Grass Gym Leader and is well liked by the Trainers of his Gym. His credo is to always enjoy battles and he specializes in endurance matches using Grass-type Pokémon.
Explore the Wild Area and Join a Max Raid Battle
The Wild Area is a vast expanse of land in the Galar region with untamed wilderness. It is full of nature and connects several different towns and cities. Trainers will find a greater variety of Pokémon living in the Wild Area than anywhere else in the Galar region. The Pokémon encountered in the Wild Area will change depending on factors like weather or location, so Trainers might see something new each time they visit. While in the Wild Area, players can control the camera to explore the vast areas around them and search for Pokémon and items.
Max Raid Battles are a new battle format that takes place in the Wild Area, in which the player will team up with three other Trainers to take on a wild Dynamax Pokémon. Trainers will then get a chance to catch the wild Dynamax Pokémon if they manage to defeat it—but it won’t go down easily. The wild Dynamax Pokémon remain in their giant form the entire battle and have other unique powers. Close teamwork is the key to success, because only one Trainer involved in the battle can Dynamax their Pokémon. Some Pokémon can only be caught in Max Raid Battles. Max Raid Battles can become even more fun when the player connects with friends to battle together via Nintendo Switch Online[2]. If three other Trainers aren’t available to participate in Max Raid Battles, support Trainers will automatically be added to the player’s team to help battle the wild Dynamax Pokémon.
People and Culture of the Galar Region
In Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, players will be traveling through the Galar region, where they will find many unique locations, such as cities where Pokémon and people work and live together. Pokémon play an important role in the Galar region where many companies are eager to include Pokémon as part of their workforce. In Galarian culture, Pokémon battles are regarded as the most popular form of entertainment. Pokémon battles are held in stadiums, where challengers and Gym Leaders face off to the passionate cheers of fans and spectators. The Pokémon League is where Trainers gather to compete in Pokémon battles and hone their skills. Players will have to battle the Pokémon Gyms found around the region as they try to reach the pinnacle of the Pokémon League and earn the title of Champion.
As a resident of the Galar region, players will embark on an adventure to become the Champion and meet many people and Pokémon along the way.
Legendary Pokémon
The Legendary Pokémon Zacian and Zamazenta are shrouded in mystery and are unknown even to those who live in the Galar region. Zacian’s attacks are so graceful that its movements captivate opponents. Holding what appears to be a sword in its mouth, Zacian’s shining blade can cut through anything. With majestic movements and what appears to be a shield covering its body, Zamazenta can turn back any attack and overwhelm any opponents that dare face it.
First Partner Pokémon
Grookey, Scorbunny, and Sobble are three Pokémon that players can choose to be their first partner. Newly discovered details for these Pokémon include the following.
Grookey
Category: Chimp Pokémon
Type: Grass
Height: 1′
Weight: 11 lbs.
Ability: Overgrow
The stick that Grookey holds, originally from the forest where groups of Grookey live, is imbued with special powers after being exposed to the energy within Grookey’s body. Its green fur creates energy from sunlight. When Grookey drums with its stick near wilted flowers and leaves, they regain their color.
Scorbunny
Category: Rabbit Pokémon
Type: Fire
Height: 1′
Weight: 9.9 lbs.
Ability: Blaze
Scorbunny uses its powerful legs to confuse and disorient its opponents by running and jumping around them. Because the soles of its feet can become very hot, Scorbunny’s kick can burn and damage opponents, too. With a sac in its chest containing viscous fire energy, Scorbunny can increase its heart rate and body temperature by running around. This awakens the true power of its fire energy and greatly increases its physical abilities.
Sobble
Category: Water Lizard Pokémon
Type: Water
Height: 1′
Weight: 8.8 lbs.
Ability: Torrent
When Sobble touches water, its body changes its pattern and color, allowing it to blend into its surroundings. A rather timid Pokémon, Sobble will secrete the water within its body like sweat and disappear into its surroundings when nervous or embarrassed. With tears that are as potent as a hundred onions, Sobble will start to bawl if it feels threatened, spreading its tears around the area and causing everyone around it to start crying uncontrollably. Sobble will then use this distraction as a chance to escape.
Pokémon of the Galar Region
Many different species of Pokémon call the Galar region home. Much is unknown about the biology of these Pokémon, so researchers are working diligently to discover more information.
Gossifleur
Category: Flowering Pokémon
Type: Grass
Height: 1′4″
Weight: 4.9 lbs.
Ability: Cotton Down / Regenerator
Gossifleur prefers land with clear water and air. Its pollen has a healing effect and is commonly used as a folk medicine remedy and made into a tea given to children in the Galar region when they are ill. Gossifleur travels over long distances by getting blown along by the wind. It controls the direction of its travels by twisting its body and petals.
Eldegoss
Category: Cotton Bloom Pokémon
Type: Grass
Height: 1′8″
Weight: 5.5 lbs.
Ability: Cotton Down / Regenerator
When Gossifleur evolves into Eldegoss, its head becomes covered in thick cotton fluff. This cotton fluff serves as a cushion that helps to protect Eldegoss’s head from damage. The tiny seeds attached to the cotton fluff are said to be highly nutritious and beneficial to both people and Pokémon. Eldegoss spreads these seeds throughout the region, making the soil of the Galar region rich in nutrients.
Wooloo
Category: Sheep Pokémon
Type: Normal
Height: 2′
Weight: 13.2 lbs.
Ability: Fluffy / Run Away
The white fur that covers Wooloo’s body grows throughout its life and will fully grow back in three months even if it has been completely shorn. The fur is used for clothing, carpets, and other goods and is very popular as a specialty product of the Galar region. Wooloo live as a herd and mimic the actions of their Trainer or herd leader. They dislike conflict, and if they need to escape from enemies, they will simply roll away.
Corviknight
Category: Raven Pokémon
Type: Flying/Steel
Height: 7′3″
Weight: 165.3 lbs.
Ability: Pressure / Unnerve
It is said that Corviknight is the strongest Pokémon living in the skies of the Galar region. It can often be seen fearlessly soaring through the air. Many say that any Pokémon foolish enough to challenge Corviknight are sent running with just a sharp glare and cry from this fearsome Pokémon. Because Corviknight possess superb flying skills and high intelligence, many of them work for the company called Galar Taxi and help transport people from town to town.
Drednaw
Category: Bite Pokémon
Type: Water/Rock
Height: 3′3″
Weight: 254.6 lbs.
Ability: Strong Jaw / Shell Armor
The jagged fangs of the Bite Pokémon Drednaw are strong and sharp enough to bite through rock and iron. Though it has a heavy shell, its well-developed muscles allow it to move quickly. Drednaw is known to be extremely aggressive, so it takes a skilled Trainer to tame and handle this Pokémon. It seems that some Trainers will release Drednaw back into the wild once they discover they can’t handle it.
Encounters with Pokémon
Battles with wild Pokémon in tall grass or caves will occur when players run into Pokémon that they can see wandering around. Some Pokémon will pursue the player once they see them while others will run away. The “!” mark that will appear above tall grass also seems to be an indicator of wild Pokémon hiding there!
Each Pokémon has an Ability, which can have certain effects during battle, while out exploring, or both. In Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, Gossifleur and Eldegoss can possess the new Cotton Down Ability. When a Pokémon with this Ability is hit by an attack, it will send out cotton fluff that will lower the Speed stat of other Pokémon.
Any Pokémon that Trainers find or catch during their adventures in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield will have its information registered in the Pokédex. The Pokédex in these titles will actually be part of the player’s Rotom Phone. The Rotom Phone is also home to Rotom, a Pokémon that can enter various electrical appliances. A player’s Rotom Phone can do a lot more than serve as a Pokédex. For example, it can be attached to a bike to make it move faster on land or even travel over water once the bike is modified.
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_dgvgpC8Nw
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PpjVUOJkX-s
Source: https://www.nintendo.com/nintendo-direct/06-05-2019/
The Legendary Pokémon Zacian and Zamazenta
These are the Legendary Pokémon that will be featured on the packages of Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield. They are shrouded in mystery and are even unknown to those who live in the Galar region.| Zacian | Zamazenta |
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| Name: Zacian Its shining blade can cut through anything. Zacian attacks so gracefully that its movements can even captivate its opponents. It holds what appears to be a sword in its mouth. | Name: Zamazenta Its gleaming shield can turn back any attack. Zamazenta’s regal and majestic movements overwhelm any opponents that dare face it. Its body is covered in what seems to be a shield. |
Press Release - PREPARE TO EXPLORE THE WILD AREA AND JOIN A MAX RAID BATTLE IN POKÉMON SWORD AND POKÉMON SHIELD, LAUNCHING ON NOVEMBER 15
New game features, Pokémon native to the Galar region, and the launch date for Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, the newest additions to the main series of the Pokémon video game franchise, were announced today during a Pokémon Direct online presentation. Developers at GAME FREAK inc. also provided a closer look at newly discovered Pokémon from the Galar region, the setting of the highly anticipated games. The Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield games will be launching November 15, 2019, exclusively on the Nintendo Switch™ system.The Dynamax Phenomenon
Dynamax is a phenomenon unique to specific locations in the Galar region, where Pokémon can take on gigantic appearances during battle, and it’s an integral part of Pokémon battles in the region. Pokémon from the Galar region are able to Dynamax, and when they do, they become tremendously strong and receive a boost to their power. Trainers can only Dynamax their Pokémon once during battle and the Dynamaxed Pokémon will return to its regular form after three turns. Only Trainers who possess a Dynamax Band can Dynamax their Pokémon.
All the moves of a Dynamax Pokémon will turn into special Max Moves. Max Moves are powerful, and some can even trigger additional effects. For example, the Normal-type Max Move, Max Strike, has the additional effect of lowering the Speed stat of an opponent it hits. The Max Moves the player’s Pokémon can use are determined by the kind and types of moves they knew before Dynamaxing.
Pokémon Gyms
Pokémon Gyms are found in stadiums throughout the Galar region and attract Trainers that are experts in specific types of Pokémon. To become Champion, players will need to defeat the top Trainer in each Pokémon Gym, also known as the Gym Leader. Spectators flock to the Gym Stadium to view these battles with Gym Leaders, which often involve intense clashes between Dynamax Pokémon. The matches are also broadcast on television throughout the Galar region. Milo is the Grass Gym Leader and is well liked by the Trainers of his Gym. His credo is to always enjoy battles and he specializes in endurance matches using Grass-type Pokémon.
Explore the Wild Area and Join a Max Raid Battle
The Wild Area is a vast expanse of land in the Galar region with untamed wilderness. It is full of nature and connects several different towns and cities. Trainers will find a greater variety of Pokémon living in the Wild Area than anywhere else in the Galar region. The Pokémon encountered in the Wild Area will change depending on factors like weather or location, so Trainers might see something new each time they visit. While in the Wild Area, players can control the camera to explore the vast areas around them and search for Pokémon and items.
Max Raid Battles are a new battle format that takes place in the Wild Area, in which the player will team up with three other Trainers to take on a wild Dynamax Pokémon. Trainers will then get a chance to catch the wild Dynamax Pokémon if they manage to defeat it—but it won’t go down easily. The wild Dynamax Pokémon remain in their giant form the entire battle and have other unique powers. Close teamwork is the key to success, because only one Trainer involved in the battle can Dynamax their Pokémon. Some Pokémon can only be caught in Max Raid Battles. Max Raid Battles can become even more fun when the player connects with friends to battle together via Nintendo Switch Online[2]. If three other Trainers aren’t available to participate in Max Raid Battles, support Trainers will automatically be added to the player’s team to help battle the wild Dynamax Pokémon.
People and Culture of the Galar Region
In Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, players will be traveling through the Galar region, where they will find many unique locations, such as cities where Pokémon and people work and live together. Pokémon play an important role in the Galar region where many companies are eager to include Pokémon as part of their workforce. In Galarian culture, Pokémon battles are regarded as the most popular form of entertainment. Pokémon battles are held in stadiums, where challengers and Gym Leaders face off to the passionate cheers of fans and spectators. The Pokémon League is where Trainers gather to compete in Pokémon battles and hone their skills. Players will have to battle the Pokémon Gyms found around the region as they try to reach the pinnacle of the Pokémon League and earn the title of Champion.
As a resident of the Galar region, players will embark on an adventure to become the Champion and meet many people and Pokémon along the way.
- Leon is the current Champion of the Galar region and has never been defeated in an official Pokémon battle. Extremely popular for his skill and personality, Leon holds the title of “the greatest Trainer in all of Galar.”
- Hop is Leon’s younger brother and will become one of the player’s rivals. The player and Hop are neighbors and begin their journey to become Champion on the same day.
- Professor Magnolia is the preeminent Pokémon Professor of the Galar region. The main focus of her research has been the Dynamax phenomenon.
- Sonia is the granddaughter of Professor Magnolia as well as being Leon’s childhood friend. Besides being very knowledgeable and willing to offer helpful advice to the player, Sonia is also a young researcher and Professor Magnolia’s assistant.
Legendary Pokémon
The Legendary Pokémon Zacian and Zamazenta are shrouded in mystery and are unknown even to those who live in the Galar region. Zacian’s attacks are so graceful that its movements captivate opponents. Holding what appears to be a sword in its mouth, Zacian’s shining blade can cut through anything. With majestic movements and what appears to be a shield covering its body, Zamazenta can turn back any attack and overwhelm any opponents that dare face it.
First Partner Pokémon
Grookey, Scorbunny, and Sobble are three Pokémon that players can choose to be their first partner. Newly discovered details for these Pokémon include the following.
Grookey
Category: Chimp Pokémon
Type: Grass
Height: 1′
Weight: 11 lbs.
Ability: Overgrow
The stick that Grookey holds, originally from the forest where groups of Grookey live, is imbued with special powers after being exposed to the energy within Grookey’s body. Its green fur creates energy from sunlight. When Grookey drums with its stick near wilted flowers and leaves, they regain their color.
Scorbunny
Category: Rabbit Pokémon
Type: Fire
Height: 1′
Weight: 9.9 lbs.
Ability: Blaze
Scorbunny uses its powerful legs to confuse and disorient its opponents by running and jumping around them. Because the soles of its feet can become very hot, Scorbunny’s kick can burn and damage opponents, too. With a sac in its chest containing viscous fire energy, Scorbunny can increase its heart rate and body temperature by running around. This awakens the true power of its fire energy and greatly increases its physical abilities.
Sobble
Category: Water Lizard Pokémon
Type: Water
Height: 1′
Weight: 8.8 lbs.
Ability: Torrent
When Sobble touches water, its body changes its pattern and color, allowing it to blend into its surroundings. A rather timid Pokémon, Sobble will secrete the water within its body like sweat and disappear into its surroundings when nervous or embarrassed. With tears that are as potent as a hundred onions, Sobble will start to bawl if it feels threatened, spreading its tears around the area and causing everyone around it to start crying uncontrollably. Sobble will then use this distraction as a chance to escape.
Pokémon of the Galar Region
Many different species of Pokémon call the Galar region home. Much is unknown about the biology of these Pokémon, so researchers are working diligently to discover more information.
Gossifleur
Category: Flowering Pokémon
Type: Grass
Height: 1′4″
Weight: 4.9 lbs.
Ability: Cotton Down / Regenerator
Gossifleur prefers land with clear water and air. Its pollen has a healing effect and is commonly used as a folk medicine remedy and made into a tea given to children in the Galar region when they are ill. Gossifleur travels over long distances by getting blown along by the wind. It controls the direction of its travels by twisting its body and petals.
Eldegoss
Category: Cotton Bloom Pokémon
Type: Grass
Height: 1′8″
Weight: 5.5 lbs.
Ability: Cotton Down / Regenerator
When Gossifleur evolves into Eldegoss, its head becomes covered in thick cotton fluff. This cotton fluff serves as a cushion that helps to protect Eldegoss’s head from damage. The tiny seeds attached to the cotton fluff are said to be highly nutritious and beneficial to both people and Pokémon. Eldegoss spreads these seeds throughout the region, making the soil of the Galar region rich in nutrients.
Wooloo
Category: Sheep Pokémon
Type: Normal
Height: 2′
Weight: 13.2 lbs.
Ability: Fluffy / Run Away
The white fur that covers Wooloo’s body grows throughout its life and will fully grow back in three months even if it has been completely shorn. The fur is used for clothing, carpets, and other goods and is very popular as a specialty product of the Galar region. Wooloo live as a herd and mimic the actions of their Trainer or herd leader. They dislike conflict, and if they need to escape from enemies, they will simply roll away.
Corviknight
Category: Raven Pokémon
Type: Flying/Steel
Height: 7′3″
Weight: 165.3 lbs.
Ability: Pressure / Unnerve
It is said that Corviknight is the strongest Pokémon living in the skies of the Galar region. It can often be seen fearlessly soaring through the air. Many say that any Pokémon foolish enough to challenge Corviknight are sent running with just a sharp glare and cry from this fearsome Pokémon. Because Corviknight possess superb flying skills and high intelligence, many of them work for the company called Galar Taxi and help transport people from town to town.
Drednaw
Category: Bite Pokémon
Type: Water/Rock
Height: 3′3″
Weight: 254.6 lbs.
Ability: Strong Jaw / Shell Armor
The jagged fangs of the Bite Pokémon Drednaw are strong and sharp enough to bite through rock and iron. Though it has a heavy shell, its well-developed muscles allow it to move quickly. Drednaw is known to be extremely aggressive, so it takes a skilled Trainer to tame and handle this Pokémon. It seems that some Trainers will release Drednaw back into the wild once they discover they can’t handle it.
Encounters with Pokémon
Battles with wild Pokémon in tall grass or caves will occur when players run into Pokémon that they can see wandering around. Some Pokémon will pursue the player once they see them while others will run away. The “!” mark that will appear above tall grass also seems to be an indicator of wild Pokémon hiding there!
Each Pokémon has an Ability, which can have certain effects during battle, while out exploring, or both. In Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, Gossifleur and Eldegoss can possess the new Cotton Down Ability. When a Pokémon with this Ability is hit by an attack, it will send out cotton fluff that will lower the Speed stat of other Pokémon.
Any Pokémon that Trainers find or catch during their adventures in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield will have its information registered in the Pokédex. The Pokédex in these titles will actually be part of the player’s Rotom Phone. The Rotom Phone is also home to Rotom, a Pokémon that can enter various electrical appliances. A player’s Rotom Phone can do a lot more than serve as a Pokédex. For example, it can be attached to a bike to make it move faster on land or even travel over water once the bike is modified.
YouTube Clip - Get Ready for Dynamax in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield!
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_dgvgpC8Nw
YouTube Clip - Pokémon Direct 6.5.2019
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PpjVUOJkX-s
Niantic has announced that Adventure Week has returned and will take place from June 4th, 2019 until June 11th, 2019.
Date + Time
Features
Bonuses
Field Research
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/adventureweek2019/
Adventure Week makes an earth-shattering return!
Trainers, Pack your bags and lace up your hiking boots—it’s almost Adventure Week! The groundbreaking event returns this year, bigger and better than ever. Keep your eyes peeled for new Shiny Pokémon to discover, limited-time Field Research, and rewards for exploring new areas with your Buddy Pokémon!Date + Time
- Tuesday, June 4, 2019, at 1 p.m. to Tuesday, June 11, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT (GMT −7)
Features
- Rock-type Pokémon like Geodude, Rhyhorn, Omanyte, Aron, Lileep, Anorith, and many others will appear more frequently in the wild.
- Hatch Rock-type Pokémon such as Onix, Larvitar, Lileep, Anorith, and Shieldon from 2 km Eggs.
- Challenge Onix, the Rock Snake Pokémon, and other Rock-type Pokémon in raids.
- You may encounter a Shiny Onix, Lileep, or Anorith if you’re lucky!
Bonuses
- Earn 4× Buddy Candy (Tip: Turn on Adventure Sync to make every step count!)
- Visit new PokéStops and earn 10× XP on your first spin of each Photo Disc
- Trainers who have Adventure Sync activated and walk 50 km will earn 50,000 Stardust and 15 Rare Candies!
Field Research
- Specially themed Field Research tasks will be available for a limited time during this event.
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/adventureweek2019/
May 30 2019
U-Treasure - Master Ball Bridal Jewelry Fair
To promote U-Treasure's Bridal Jewelry Fair, a Master Ball accessory case will be available to those that purchase a set of engagement and wedding rings. A Monster Ball Accessory Case is also available to purchase separately for 12,960 yen (tax included).
Propose with a Master Ball! Bridal Jewelry Fair to be held in celebration of June Brides
U-Treasure, a company which deals in authentic character jewelry and goods for adults, will be holding the I Choose You! Express your feelings with the Master Ball! Bridal Jewelry Fair (キミにきめた！マスターボールと共に想いを届けよう！ブライダルジュエリーフェア) to celebrate June Brides from Saturday, June 1st, 2019 to Sunday, June 30th, 2019 at U-Treasure Shinjuku store and U-Treasure Online Shop. During the fair, customers who purchase a set of engagement and wedding rings will receive a Master Ball Accessory Case as a gift (limited quantity).
Made in Japan with great care. The Master Ball is the ultimate item that allows you to catch a Pokémon you are trying to get and it has been made into a luxurious accessory case made of glossy wood. It is handmade with a high level of accuracy, and it has a thick shantung silk liner, which showcases its high-quality. It is perfect for storing your precious Pokémon jewelry, as well as for gifts on special occasions such as anniversaries and proposals. The top and bottom of the Master Ball are attached with magnets, there is also a magnet on the bottom so it will not roll, and you can also display it as a decoration using the included metal stand. You can also use it as a small item holder by removing the cushioning material inside the ball.
U-Treasure began selling jewelry with Pokémon designs in July 2016. A couple who successfully proposed to each other using a Pokémon engagement ring in a Pokémon Ball accessory case became a hot topic on social media. The Master Ball accessory case faithfully reproduces the Master Ball item, a type of Poké Ball used to catch Pokémon.
【ポケモン】マスターボールでプロポーズ！ジューンブライド記念「ブライダルジュエリーフェア」開催
6月1日（土）～6月30日（日）ユートレジャー新宿店、ユートレジャ―オンラインショップにて大人のための本格的なキャラクタージュエリー・グッズなどを扱うユートレジャーは、ジューンブライドを記念して「キミにきめた！マスターボールと共に想いを届けよう！ブライダルジュエリーフェア」を6月1日（土）～6月30日（日）ユートレジャー新宿店、ユートレジャ―オンラインショップにて開催します。
フェア期間中、婚約指輪と結婚指輪をセット成約の特典として「マスターボールアクセサリーケース」をプレゼントします（数量限定）。
こだわりの日本製。狙ったポケモンを必ず捕まえることが出来る最高性能のアイテム「マスターボール」をつややかな木製の高級感あふれるアクセサリーケースにしました。ハンドメイドにより再現度高く仕上げ、外箱には上質な張りと光沢感が特徴の、厚手のシャンタン地を使用しています。大切なポケモンのジュエリーの保管はもちろん、記念日やプロポーズなど特別な日の贈り物にもぴったりです。「マスターボール」の上下はマグネットでくっつき、底面にもマグネットを入れることで転がらず付属品の金属スタンドを使用して置き物として飾ることもできます。ボールの中に入っているクッション材を抜くことで小物入れとしても使用することが可能です。
ユートレジャーは、2016年7月よりポケモンをモチーフとしたジュエリーの販売を開始。ポケモンの婚約指輪を入れた「モンスターボールアクセサリーケース」（左画像：右）でプロポーズに成功したカップルがSNSで話題になりました。このほどの「マスターボールアクセサリーケース」は、ポケモンをゲットする道具「モンスターボール」の一種である「マスターボール」を忠実に表現しました。
Sources: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000037605.html and https://www.u-treasure-onlineshop.jp/event-news/pokemon_bridalfair1906/
May 28 2019
Pokémon GO - Snoozing with Snorlax!
Announced during the 2019 Pokémon Press Conference by Niantic CEO John Hanke, sleeping Snorlax can be encountered in Pokémon GO from May 28th, 2019 until June 3rd, 2019.
Date + Time
Features
Move
Speaking of sleeping, don’t miss a related announcement at the Pokémon 2019 Press Conference!
Time to get up (or wake up) and GO!
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/summersnooze2019/
Snoozing with Snorlax!
Trainers, The next few months are going to be filled with some amazing adventures—even Pokémon are getting ready in their own ways. We’re hearing reports from all over the world that Trainers are finding Snorlax in deep slumber. Do you think they’re getting ready for an eventful summer?Date + Time
- Tuesday, May 28, 2019, at 6 p.m. to Monday, June 3, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT (GMT −7)
Features
- Trainers will have the chance to encounter Snorlax snoozing in the wild.
- Once caught, Snorlax will be awake and ready for battle as usual.
- Remember to take a photo during your encounter as Snorlax will only be asleep during your encounter!
Move
- Snorlax caught during the event will know the exclusive event move Yawn.
Speaking of sleeping, don’t miss a related announcement at the Pokémon 2019 Press Conference!
Time to get up (or wake up) and GO!
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/summersnooze2019/
