To celebrate the Second Anniversary of Pokémon Duel, the Pokémon Company has announced that a countdown has begun for a mysterious update that involves the Legendary Pokémon Necrozma.

Celebrate the Second Anniversary of Pokémon Duel with Special Log-in Bonuses and Get Ready for the Mysterious Z-Powered Update!

To commemorate the second anniversary of the English-language version of Pokémon Duel, the mobile strategy game in which fans battle each other with digital Pokémon figures, the countdown to the release of the massive Z-Powered Update has begun. More details regarding this mysterious update are coming soon, but it will involve the Legendary Pokémon, Necrozma!

Fans can claim a trove of items just by logging in during the lead-up to the Z-Powered Update. Players can log in between January 24 at 3:00 p.m. (GMT) and January 30 at 2:59 p.m. (GMT) to receive one [UX] Rare Metal and one [UX] Ingot. Then, they can come back each day during the same period to receive 20 Carmonite, one [EX] Rare Metal, and one [EX] Ingot per day. Please note that all times are subject to change.

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/celebrate-the-second-anniversary-of-pokemon-duel/

The Pokémon Company International revealed some of the Pokémon Detective Pikachu Movie Merchandise on January 17th, 2019 and the first wave of Pokémon TCG: Detective Pikachu products were available beginning March 29th, 2019. High resolution pictures of the merchandise has been added to an Imageboard thread.

THE POKÉMON COMPANY INTERNATIONAL UNVEILS “POKÉMON DETECTIVE PIKACHU” MOVIE MERCHANDISE

Fans Can Celebrate the First-Ever Live-Action Pokémon Movie with an Electrifying Range of New Pokémon Trading Card Game Collections, Toys and More

The Pokémon Company International today unveiled an extensive line of products inspired by the highly anticipated movie “POKÉMON Detective Pikachu” from Warner Bros. Pictures, Legendary Entertainment, and The Pokémon Company, arriving in theaters beginning May 8, 2019, in Europe. Before the movie, fans can look forward to new Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) collections, action figures and interactive plush from Wicked Cool Toys, and more.

All items in the line are inspired by the movie, which begins when ace detective Harry Goodman goes missing amid mysterious circumstances, prompting his son Tim to investigate what happened. Aiding in the investigation is Harry’s former Pokémon partner, Detective Pikachu: a wisecracking, adorable super-sleuth. Chasing clues together through Ryme City, where humans and Pokémon live side by side, they encounter a diverse cast of Pokémon characters and uncover a shocking plot that could destroy this peaceful coexistence. The movie is already generating significant buzz, with a widely viewed trailer and an all-star cast including Ryan Reynolds as the voice of the title character.

“Pokémon is a global entertainment franchise that has delighted its fans with video games, trading cards, animation, and soon, live-action movies with the upcoming ‘POKÉMON Detective Pikachu,’” said Colin Palmer, vice president of marketing for The Pokémon Company International. “The merchandise line we’ve developed for the Pokémon Trading Card Game, as well as the amazing selection of licensed toys and more celebrates this remarkable milestone for the brand and is sure to delight Pokémon fans of all ages.”

The Pokémon TCG line and select other merchandise inspired by “POKÉMON Detective Pikachu” will be on display at global toy fairs beginning this month. Below are retail availability dates and more detailed product highlights from the line.

The Pokémon Trading Card Game
The iconic Pokémon TCG, which has shipped 23.6 billion cards to date, is debuting new booster packs for the launch of “POKÉMON Detective Pikachu.” These four-card boosters feature newly designed packaging based on the look and feel of Ryme City, and collectors and competitive Pokémon TCG players alike will enjoy looking through them and building their decks with Pokémon seen in the movie. In all, 26 new cards feature Pokémon such as Detective Pikachu, Charizard and Greninja depicted in their CGI movie likenesses. The first wave of Pokémon TCG: Detective Pikachu products will be available beginning March 29, 2019, across Europe. Highlights from the line include:

• Pokémon TCG: Detective Pikachu Case File—Contains one promo card featuring Detective Pikachu, one metallic coin inspired by Detective Pikachu, two Detective Pikachu booster packs, and one additional Pokémon TCG booster pack.

• Pokémon TCG: Detective Pikachu Charizard-GX Case File—Contains one foil promo card and one foil oversize card featuring Charizard-GX, four Detective Pikachu booster packs, and two additional Pokémon TCG booster packs.

• Pokémon TCG: Detective Pikachu Greninja-GX Case File—Contains one foil promo card and one foil oversize card featuring Greninja-GX, one pin featuring Greninja, five Detective Pikachu booster packs, and two additional Pokémon TCG booster packs.

• Pokémon TCG: Detective Pikachu Collector Chest—Contains seven Detective Pikachu booster packs, two additional Pokémon TCG booster packs, one collector’s pin inspired by Detective Pikachu, and one Pokémon notepad and sticker sheet, all in a sturdy metal case.

Wicked Cool Toys
Wicked Cool Toys, master toy licensee for the Pokémon brand, will offer a range of exciting movie items through its distributor, Character Options.

Publishing and More
In addition to the Pokémon TCG and licensed toys, The Pokémon Company International has developed licensed apparel and home décor through a variety of partners that will be available at mass retailers closer to the movie’s release. Availability will vary by market. There will also be a publishing program for POKÉMON Detective Pikachu, including a premium “making of” coffee table-style book from The Pokémon Company International’s in-house imprint, Pikachu Press, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the film production, available in select markets. Pokémon fans can look forward to more movie merchandise news in the coming months, follow @Pokemon on social media for the latest updates, and join in the #DetectivePikachu conversation online.

Niantic has announced that a Hoenn themed event will take place from January 15th, 2019 until January 29th, 2019. Pokémon originally discovered in the Hoenn region will be appearing more frequently in the wild.

Celebrate the Hoenn region during this new event!

Trainer, We’re kicking off the new year with a brand-new celebration! Starting on January 15 at 1 p.m. PST and going until January 29 at 1 p.m. PST, Pokémon originally discovered in the Hoenn region will be appearing more frequently in the wild. Plus, if you evolve Shroomish into Breloom during the event, it will know the exclusive move Grass Knot! See more details below:

Event Date + Time
Jan. 15, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. PST (GMT −8) to Jan. 29, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. PST (GMT −8)

Features

• Pokémon originally discovered in the Hoenn region will appear more frequently in the wild.
• Field Research will highlight Pokémon originally discovered in the Hoenn region.
• Raid Battles will include Pokémon originally discovered in the Hoenn region, such as the Legendary Pokémon Kyogre and Groudon.
• Pokémon originally discovered in the Hoenn region will have an increased chance of hatching from 7 km Eggs.
• If you evolve Shroomish into Breloom, it will know the exclusive move Grass Knot!
• You’ll have a chance of encountering Shiny Zigzagoon and Shiny Taillow!
• New avatar items inspired by Team Magma and Team Aqua—the original villains of the Hoenn region in Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire—will be available in the Style Shop.

So celebrate the spirit of the Hoenn region together! Stay safe, and happy exploring!

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/hoenn-jan2019/

Niantic has announced that Feebas can be encountered during the Limited Research Day which takes place on January 19th or 20th, 2019, depending on your region of the world.

Discover more with Limited Research, featuring Feebas!

Trainers, It’s time to put your research skills to work and collect Field Research that looks closely at a certain Pokémon species -- let’s do some Limited Research! While the Water-type Pokémon Feebas may not look like much, there’s plenty to learn about the Fish Pokémon! Spin the Photo Disc at nearby PokéStops to obtain Field Research tasks that lead to encounters with Feebas. And, if you’re lucky, you just might find a Shiny Feebas! See more details below:

Event Date + Time

• Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and India: Jan. 19, 2019, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. UTC (GMT +0)
• The Americas and Greenland: Jan. 19, 2019, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. PST (GMT −8)
• Asia-Pacific: Jan. 20, 2019, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. JST (GMT +9)

Features

• Limited Research tasks will be available when you spin Photo Discs at PokéStops.
• Completing the Limited Research tasks will reward you with encounters with Feebas.
• You may encounter a Shiny Feebas!

Feebas migrate quickly during Limited Research, so exploring is key! As long as you’ve collected the Limited Research during the event window, you can complete it at any time. Don’t forget: you’ll need to venture onward to many PokéStops in order to get new Field Research tasks and encounter as many Feebas as possible!

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/fieldresearch-jan2019

Niantic has announced that there will be a Pokémon GO Safari Zone event in Porto Alegre, Brazil from Friday, January 25th, 2019 to Sunday, January 27th, 2019. Pokémon such as Psyduck, Unown and Relicanth will be available to get.

Pokémon GO Safari Zone event in Porto Alegre, Brazil

Trainers, The first Pokémon GO Safari Zone event in South America is coming soon! Mark your calendars for a Safari Zone event in Porto Alegre, Brazil, which is a free, ticketed event taking place from Friday, January 25, to Sunday, January 27 Trainers who attend will be able to spot Pokémon such as Psyduck, Unown, and Relicanth along the recently revitalized Guaíba riverbank! Founded in 1769, Porto Alegre is Brazil’s fifth-largest metropolitan area and a center for Brazil’s gaucho history and culture.

Unable to make it to Porto Alegre? Trainers all around Brazil will still encounter many of the Pokémon featured at the Safari Zone in the wild. Additionally, Psyduck appearances will be increased globally over the weekend!

This is a free event, but tickets are limited. Trainers can register for a chance to receive a ticket at this link. And don’t forget to make plans early to make sure you obtain transportation and accommodations for the event.

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/safarizone-portoalegre/

Niantic has announced that from January 2nd, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. PST to January 15th, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. PST, an Adventure Sync Hatchathon will take place where players are more likely to receive 5 km and 10 km Eggs from PokéStops and Gyms.

Start off the New Year with the Adventure Sync Hatchathon!

Trainers, Welcome a brand-new year with the Adventure Sync Hatchathon! To celebrate new beginnings, Trainers will enjoy bonuses for hatching Eggs from January 2 at 1:00 p.m. PST to January 15 at 1:00 p.m. PST. Make sure your shoes are tightly laced for a long journey, as you’re more likely to receive 5 km and 10 km Eggs from PokéStops and Gyms.

Don’t forget to activate Adventure Sync to make your steps count toward hatching Eggs while you’re on the go! Enjoy more ways to stay on top of your well-being for the New Year while working toward rewards with a weekly fitness summary as you start your New Year’s resolutions off on the right foot. See details for the event below:

Date + Time

• Jan. 2, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. PST (GMT −8) to Jan. 15, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. PST (GMT −8)

Bonuses

• 2× Hatch Candy
• 2× Hatch Stardust
• Higher chance of receiving 5 km and 10 km Eggs from PokéStops and Gyms

It’s time to hatch a plan to make the most of your Pokémon Eggs, Trainers! Stay safe, and happy exploring!

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/adventuresync-hatchathon/

Niantic has announced that Attack Forme Deoxys EX Raids will take place after December 20th, 2018.

Get ready! Attack Forme Deoxys alters EX Raids!

Trainers, The DNA Pokémon, Deoxys, has tested the strength of Trainers in EX Raids and has now changed form! Attack Forme Deoxys will be in EX Raid Battles, with more power than previously seen, so make sure your team is prepared. This Psychic-type Mythical Pokémon will be available to challenge beginning with the next cycle of EX Raid invitations, after December 20.

Are you new to EX Raids? You can become eligible to receive an EX Raid Pass when you win a Raid Battle at a qualifying Gym. You’ll be able to see which Gyms can host an EX Raid through a handy tag when you look at the Gym details. EX Raid Passes will give you the date and time when you’ll be able to challenge Attack Forme Deoxys, so mark your calendar and prepare your Pokémon for an epic battle!

Battling Attack Forme Deoxys will be a difficult challenge that requires Trainers to take advantage of every opportunity—so don’t forget to invite a friend to go along with you! Remember: invites can only be sent to an Ultra Friend or Best Friend, so don’t forget to battle with friends, send Gifts, and trade Pokémon to build up your Friendship level.

Do you have what it takes? Best of luck, Trainer—Attack Forme Deoxys won’t back down!

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/exraid-deoxys-attack

Niantic has announced that Delibird and friends return for Pokémon GO Christmas season. Players will be able to encounter Ice-type Pokémon more frequently from December 18th, 2018 until January 2nd, 2018. Pikachu wearing a festive hat will also make an appearance.

Delibird and friends return for Pokémon GO Holidays 2018!

Trainers, The cheer and joy of the holidays is coming to the world of Pokémon GO, as the Delivery Pokémon, Delibird, returns for Pokémon GO Holidays 2018!

Starting on December 18, Ice-type Pokémon will appear more frequently in the wild, including Jynx, Sneasel, Swinub, Snorunt, Spheal, and Snover! Certain other Pokémon are also getting into the festivities—you might see holiday-ready Pokémon, such as a Pikachu wearing a festive hat, until January 2!

What’s celebrating the holidays without gifts? Pokémon such as Smoochum, Azurill, and Munchlax will have a greater chance of hatching from 7 km Eggs, so show your friends you care by sending them special Gifts! In order to help with hatching during the holiday season, Trainers will also earn a free single-use Incubator once per day via spinning a Photo Disc on a PokéStop until January 2.

To keep the celebrations coming, there will be plenty of bonuses throughout the event! From December 18 to December 22, Trainers will be able to enjoy double Candy for catching and transferring Pokémon. Then, from December 22 to December 26, earn double Catch Stardust to help power up your Pokémon! From December 26 to December 30, earn double XP when you catch Pokémon to help you reach a higher Trainer level before the new year! Finally, from December 30 to January 2, Incubators will be twice as effective. Make sure you check in regularly to take advantage of all these exciting bonuses!

Excited about showing your holiday spirit? Outfit your avatar with the Delibird-themed sweater, gloves, and boots, available on December 18 in the Style Shop!

So put a little happy in your holidays with Pokémon GO! Stay safe, and happy exploring!

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/holiday2018

The Pokémon Company has announced further details of their AMK Hub, Jurong Point and Thomson Plaza promotion which is taking place from November 16th, 2018 until December 31st, 2018 in Singapore. Depending on how much people spend at the malls, they can get special Christmas related gifts such as gift wrapping, game booklet, tumblers and an exclusive Christmas plushie.

Magical Christmas with Pikachu and Friends at M Malls!

This Christmas, find your favourite Pokémon at M Malls!

Shoppers can expect live appearances by Pikachu and Eevee, thematic activities and larger-than-life festive Pokémon décor at AMK Hub, Jurong Point and Thomson Plaza.

For the first time, Eevee is joining Pikachu in Singapore for a special dance parade. In addition, shoppers get a chance to meet & greet Pikachu and Santa’s Helpers for a photo opportunity!

Shoppers can also:
1. Redeem a set of exclusive Pokémon-themed gift wrapper and game booklet with $80 spent ($120 at NTUC Fairprice / FairPrice Xtra / FairPrice Finest).
2. Redeem the Limited Edition Pokémon Tumblers with every $160 spent ($240 at NTUC FairPrice / FairPrice Xtra) – in a maximum of 3 combined same-day receipts, at the same mall. There will be 6 exclusive designs to collect, whilst stocks last!
3. Spend $300 ($450 at FairPrice Xtra / FairPrice Finest) to redeem a special Pokémon Christmas plushie exclusive to M Malls only – in a maximum of 4 combined same-day receipts, at the same mall. There will be 2 exclusive designs to collect, whilst stocks last!

Source: https://sg.portal-pokemon.com/topics/event/181213120113_post_9.html

The Pokémon Company International revealed the Pokémon Trading Card Game Sun and Moon Team Up expansion set on December 7th, 2018. It delivered the highly anticipated TAG TEAM Pokémon-GX cards featuring paired-up and powered-up Pokémon. High resolution artwork from the press release has been added to an Imageboard thread.

Pokémon Battle Teams Await in Sun & Moon—Team Up, the Latest Pokémon Trading Card Game Expansion Releasing February 1

Announced at the 2018 Pokémon World Championships, TAG TEAM Pokémon-GX present a powerful new gameplay mechanic that will offer thrilling battles of high risk and high reward. These cards have unprecedented power and Hit Points, allowing some TAG TEAM GX attacks to Knock Out a Pokémon-GX on the opponent’s Bench with a single blow, but can lead to the opponent taking three Prize cards if a TAG TEAM is Knocked Out.


Launching worldwide on February 1, this latest expansion features dynamic battle teams such as Pikachu & Zekrom-GX, plus additional Pokémon-GX like Lycanroc-GX, Hoopa-GX, Cobalion-GX, and more.

Sun & Moon—Team Up includes:

• Over 180 cards
• Six brand-new TAG TEAM Pokémon-GX
• Six more Pokémon-GX
• Four Prism Star cards
• More than 25 Trainer cards

Fans will be able to try out Sun & Moon—Team Up before launch by participating in one of the many Prerelease tournaments taking place in the US from January 19–27.

Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon Team Up Elite Trainer Box

The Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon Team Up Elite Trainer Box was available at the Pokémon Center and where Pokémon TCG products are sold on February 1st, 2019.

TAG TEAM Pokémon-GX are here in the Pokémon Trading Card Game: Sun & Moon—Team Up expansion! To boost your card collection, the Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Team Up Elite Trainer Box is the perfect solution. Whether you’re a collector or a competitive player, this package has the goods you need to get started. In addition to eight Sun & Moon—Team Up booster packs, the box includes 65 card sleeves featuring battle buddies Pikachu and Zekrom, plus 45 Pokémon TCG Energy cards. Gaming accessories like high-quality dice and acrylic condition markers keep you playing in style. There’s even a player’s guide filled with useful strategies and a handy card list. Get a step up on the competition with the Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Team Up Elite Trainer Box!

The Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Team Up Elite Trainer Box includes:

• 8 Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Team Up booster packs
• 65 card sleeves featuring Pikachu and Zekrom
• 45 Pokémon TCG Energy cards
• A player’s guide to the Sun & Moon—Team Up 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-team-up-elite-trainer-box

Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon Team Up Torrential Cannon Theme Deck / Relentless Flame Theme Deck

Let It Rain, Let It Pour! Give your opponent a high-pressure soaking with help from Blastoise! Use Golduck's Amnesia to keep the other side off-balance as you power up a devastating Hydro Tackle attack. Wash away the competition with the Torrential Cannon theme deck!

The Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon Team Up Torrential Cannon Theme Deck includes:

• 60 Pokémon card deck
• 1 card checklist
• 1 metallic coin
• 2-player playmat and rulesheet
• 1 code card to play this deck online
• 1 deck box
• 1 Quick Guide to unlock the strategies within
• Damage counters

Flames Dance & Fires Roar! Fire it up with the relentless flames of Charizard! This deck burns super hot, so keep feeding Charizard enough Fire Energy to create an unstoppable Continuous Blaze Ball. Burn bright and burn true with the Relentless Flame theme deck!

The Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Team Up Relentless Flame Theme Deck includes:

• 60 Pokémon card deck
• 1 card checklist
• 1 metallic coin
• 2-player playmat and rulesheet
• 1 code card to play this deck online
• 1 deck box
• 1 Quick Guide to unlock the strategies within
• Damage counters