The Pokémon Company International announced that the 17th Pokémon movie will be called: Pokémon the Movie: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction. It was also revealed that Pokémon X and Y have almost sold a combined total of 12 million copies worldwide since their October 2013 launch, This brings the overall Pokémon video games sales to date at approximately 245 million. More than 20 billion Pokémon TCG cards gave shipped globally and anime is licensed for broadcast in more than 160 countries and in more than 30 languages.

Press Release

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

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

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

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

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

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

Movie Summary

In the underground Diamond Domain, where many Carbink live, the Mythical Pokémon Diancie serves as ruler. The Heart Diamond that sustains the land is beginning to fall apart, and Diancie is not yet strong enough to create a new one. While seeking help from the Legendary Pokémon Xerneas, Diancie encounters a group of thieves who want to take control of its diamond-producing power—and who awaken the Legendary Pokémon Yveltal from its cocoon in the process! Can Ash and his friends help Diancie discover its true power, stop Yveltal's rampage, and save the Diamond Domain?

The Pokémon Company has announced, in association with the J-League, their Family Join Days (ファミリーJoinデイズ) festivities. To coincide with Golden Week, the J-League Family Join Days will take place from Saturday April 26th, 2014 until Tuesday May 6th, 2014. Elementary aged children that attend specific soccer games can receive special Pikachu TCG cards as a promo while supplies last. In addition there will also be a venue at the stadium to meet Pikachu.

A special Darkrai TCG card will be given to people that pre-order tickets for the 17th Pocket Monsters movie. People that spend 800yen or more on TCG related products can also receive the card while supplies last. Darkrai will be appearing in the upcoming 17th Movie short Pikachu, What Kind of Keys are These?


As a special bonus, at home games for the Urawa RED Diamonds, F.C Tokyo and Yokohama F Marinos, special Nintendo 3DS LL's featuring the team colors and artwork featuring Satoshi, Xerneas and Yveltal on the front and Pikachu and Diance on the back based on the 17th Pocket Monsters movie will be given out via lottery. The number of systems that will be given out will be determined by the score of the home team during the match.


Sources: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2014/04/140404_e01.html and http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2014/04/140404_cd01.html

The official Pokémon movie website has updated with the fifth part of the coverage of Yuyama's location scouting report, as well as information on this year's Meitetsu movie tie-in campaign. Translations follow:

Director Yuyama's Location Scouting Report

This time, Director Yuyama chose Canada as the country he would go scouting in. He went there in search of the landscapes where Yveltal would sleep, where Xerneas would hide, and Diancie would journey.



The scouting team take a walk along the side of the Rideau Canal, an area referred to as the "Rideau Heritage Route". Lots of sluices can be found throughout this area; due to the 25 meter height difference between the canal and the Ottawa River that lies beyond it, a complex structure of numerous sluices has been set up to adjust the water level.

A ship was setting off down the canal just as we arrived, and three nearby sluices were just about to open. We also saw the nearby bridge over the canal turn aside. Amazingly enough, there's a mechanism that makes the bridge move when a ship approaches. While this was going on, the bridge got closed to crossing cars for about 10 minutes.

At this time during fall, this scene only occurs once a day at a non-predetermined time, so we were very lucky we got to witness it.

For earlier parts, please go here:
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4

The Meitetsu Stamp Rally 2014 Spring

Once again, a stamp rally will be held along the Nagoya Railroad ("Meitetsu"). During the "Meitetsu Stamp Rally 2014 Spring", children can gather stamps from 5 different locations along the railroad and use these to enter a lottery for great prizes. The more stamps you collect, the better prizes you can win. The 5 stamps can be found at the Meitetsu Ichinomiya Station Service Counter, the Inuyama Station Service Counter, the Pokémon Center Nagoya, Chiryu Station and Centrair International Airport. The stamp rally is held from March 21st to April 6th.

Like earlier years, a train sporting designs based on the upcoming Pokémon movie will also be running along the Meitetsu. The train running this year has been dubbed "The Pokémon XY". A video of the train in action can be found here, thanks to Youtuber suita66271050.


Collecting the stamp from the Pokemon Center Nagoya as well as one other location makes you eligible for two lotteries. 130 winners will receive a set of Pokémon-themed school supplies, while 20 winners will receive a set of 5 Pokemon plushies. Collecting all 5 stamps makes you eligible for the final lottery, where 5 winners will receive a Pocket Monsters X/Y Nintendo 3DS game. In addition, everyone who collects all 5 stamps will receive a special sticker.



Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/locahan_report/, http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=1171 and http://www.meitetsu.co.jp/recommend/catalog/pokemon.html

The Pokémon Company International announced that Magmar and Electabuzz will be distributed throughout Europe in April at participating stores. People can also get a free Pokémon TCG: XY special sampling pack that includes Pikachu (XY 42/146).

Distribution Details

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

Distribution Locations and Dates

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

Press Release - Easter Comes Early This Year With Pokémon!

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sources: http://www.pokemonxy.com/en-gb/pokemon/electabuzz_magmar_distribution/
http://www.pokemonxy.com/nl-be/pokemon/electabuzz_magmar_distribution/
http://www.pokemonxy.com/pt-pt/pokemon/electabuzz_magmar_distribution/
http://www.pokemonxy.com/en-au/pokemon/electabuzz_magmar_distribution/
http://www.pokemonxy.com/es-es/pokemon/electabuzz_magmar_distribution/

The official Pokémon movie website has updated with the fourth part of the coverage of Yuyama's location scouting report. Translations follow:

This time, Director Yuyama chose Canada as the country he would go scouting in. He went there in search of the landscapes where Yveltal would sleep, where Xerneas would hide, and Diancie would journey.



Our first destination this second day was Rideau Canal. This is a long canal, roughly 202 km in total, running from the capital Ottawa to the city of Kingston on Lake Ontario. Being that it is the oldest canal in North America, it was registered as a World Heritage Site in 2007.

The entire surrounding area is known as the "Rideau Heritage Route", and old towns dating back to the 19th century, the period when the canal was constructed, can be found throughout the area.

We immediately got off the bus for a walk near the canal, but we got really surprised by how cold it was. We had been told Canadian mornings and evenings are really cold at this time of the year, but still...

For earlier parts, please go here:
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3

Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/locahan_report/

Beyond Home Entertainment has revealed that the first 15 seasons of the English dub anime of Pokémon will be re-released on DVD in Australia on April 1st, 2014. Each of the new repack sets will be a complete season and will contain the same content as the previously released packs and only difference is that each season will be in a plastic digipak. The sets will initially be available at Sanity for $34.99 AUD each but they will be available elsewhere later in the year.


The Pokémon Unova Collector's Book will be released in June of 2014 and it is similar in style to the previous collector box sets. The Unova Collector's Book contains: 18 Discs, 52 hours of content, 142 episodes, Pokémon Statistics and Character profiles, region images and information. As it is a collectors item, there is a limited number being produced.

Also revealed was the first English dub DVD release of Pokémon Origins. The DVD will be released on April 28th, 2014 for a suggested retail price of $13.60 AUD excluding the GST. The DVD's have been added to our database.

Source: https://www.facebook.com/BeyondHomeEntertainment

The official Japanese Pokémon YouTube account has posted a trailer for the upcoming episode Pocket Monsters XY Special: The Strongest Mega Evolution ~Act I~ (ポケットモンスター XY 特別編 最強メガシンカ　～Act I～) that airs on April 3th, 2014. For more details about this special, read our previous article.

The Strongest Mega Evolution ~Act I~ Trailer

Source: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnzdXEkKEtI

Some days back, the official Pokémon movie website has updated with information on the upcoming Darkrai distribution, as well as the third part of the coverage of Yuyama's location scouting report. Translations follow:

Director Yuyama's Location Scouting Report

This time, Director Yuyama chose Canada as the country he would go scouting in. He went there in search of the landscapes where Yveltal would sleep, where Xerneas would hide, and Diancie would journey.



The second day is when our scouting started for real. We has our breakfast and checked out of our hotel at 7am, and eventually set off at 8. This morning, the entire city was shrouded in thick mist, and we couldn't see anything of the surrounding scenery. Morning mist like this appears to be common in November and December.

The bus carrying our group set off into the mist, following a long, straight road into the mountains. As the mist eventually cleared, a forest filled with trees beautifully colored red, orange and yellow came into view. We were right in the middle of the season for colored leaves.

As we gazed at the red maple leaves, which are also depicted on the Canadian flag, the bus rolled into our first destination for the day; Rideau Canal.

For earlier parts, please go here:
Part 1
Part 2

The Darkrai event

"Darkrai" can be received on the Nintendo 3DS games Pocket Monsters X and Pocket Monsters Y
*The code can be used on both the package version and the download version.
*You will receive a Darkrai in the game you use the code with.
*The code can not be used with non-Japanese games, nor can it be used with any other games in the "Pocket Monsters" series.

Enter the "giveaway code" printed on the special pre-order movie ticket on a Nintendo 3DS system connected to the internet and obtain Darkrai!!
*Using the giveaway code requires a Nintendo 3DS system conneted to the internet. For details, please refer to the official Pocket Monsters website: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/support-sp/uketori.html
*This giveaway code can only be used once. Each giveaway code can be redeemed for a single Darkrai. Multiple Giveaway code Darkrai can be obtained on a single game.
*"Giveaway code" is the special name used on the special pre-order movie tickets. It is the same as what is referred to as "serial code" in the game itself.
*The Darkrai being given out is game data. It is not a figure, a plushie, or other physical goods.
*A giveaway code that has been used once can not be used again.

Why the Darkrai Given Out is so Amazing!

Darkrai
Level: 50
Ability: Bad Dreams
Moves: Dark Void, Dark Pulse, Phantom Force, Dream Eater
Held Item: Enigma Berry
Ball: Precious Ball
Ribbon: Wish Ribbon

The Darkrai being given out this year is a Dark-type mythical Pokémon that comes with a move it has never been able to learn and its very unique Ability. Check out the below info:

Its varied attacks will render its opponents as mere playthings!


Dark Void
A move only Darkrai can learn, a mighty move that puts multiple opponents to sleep at the same time!!
Dark Pulse
A Dark type move that can make the opponent flinch. Since it is of the same type as Darkrai, its power increases by 50%.
Phantom Force
A Ghost type move that Darkrai can't normally learn! A move where the user disappears on the first turn and attacks on the second, and which hits even if the opponent uses a move like "King's Shield" or "Protect"
Dream Eater
A Psychic type move that only takes effect if the opponent is asleep. In addition to healing HP equal to half the inflicted damage, it is super effective against Fighting type Pokémon, which Darkrai is weak against.

Decrease opponents' HP with the Ability "Bad Dreams"!


"Bad Dreams", an Ability exclusive to Darkrai, is a powerful Ability that decreases the HP of all sleeping Pokémon by a little bit every single turn! By using "Dark Void" to put all Pokémon to sleep, it's possible to deal damage to all Pokémon at once!

Recover HP with the normally unobtainable "Enigma Berry"!


Its held item is the "Enigma Berry" (ナゾのみ), which can't be normally obtained in the game. This is the first time a Pokémon holding this berry is distributed to "Pocket Monsters X/Y"! The "Enigma Berry" is a berry that recovers HP when you receive damage from a super effective move. Since Darkrai now also takes super effective damage from moves of the new Fairy type introduced in "Pocket Monsters X/Y", holding this berry is a good counter tactic.
*Be aware that the "Enigma Berry" will disappear if used during your adventure. However, it can safely be used without it disappearing when used in link battles, the Battle House, etc.

Trailer

Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/locahan_report/ and http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/tickets/

The official Pokémon movie website has updated with the second part of the coverage of Yuyama's location scouting report. Translations follow:

This time, Director Yuyama chose Canada as the country he would go scouting in. He went there in search of the landscapes where Yveltal would sleep, where Xerneas would hide, and Diancie would journey.



The scouting team first landed in the capital of Canada, Ottawa. They arrived at 2PM Canadian time, and despite being exhausted from their 15 hour flight, immediately set off for their first destination, Confederation Square.

If you continue walking for a while as you look up at the giant monument made from white granite, you will see a humongous, elegant building in Gothic style. This is the Parliament, the symbol of Ottawa.

This whole area is filled with historical buildings like Rideau Hall and the Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica, and the city itself is made up of clean and well-regulated streets.

Since this is also the governmental center of Canada, the atmosphere is a bit stiff and formal, but we got a bit more relaxed when we spotted pieces of tickets to the nearby museum stuck to a traffic light.

Our first day in Canada started with some serious atmosphere.

(Go here for Part 1)

Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/locahan_report/

Details about the upcoming Pocket Monsters XY Special: The Strongest Mega Evolution ~Act I~ (ポケットモンスター XY 特別編 最強メガシンカ　～Act I～) special were announced on the official Japanese Pokémon website. The first part of the special will air on April 3rd, 2014 from 19:00 to 19:30.

Story

"Mega Evolution": A new form of evolution first introduced in the Kalos region. However, is mega evolution something all Pokémon are capable of?
This story is centered around a young Trainer named Alan and his partner Lizardon. "To master Mega Evolution, to defeat all mega evolved Pokémon and stand on top as the strongest": That is the goa of Alan's journey.
As they travel around, Alan and Lizardon engage in a Mega Evolution Battle against a Mega Absol and a Mega Gablias. And then, they battle Zumi of the Elite Four. Does Zumi have a mega evolved Pokémon as well...? Why is Alan so obsessed with Mega Evolution? And what is the true purpose of Alan's journey?

Characters

Picture	Biography
	Alan (アラン): A Trainer who travels around to "master Mega Evolution and stand on the top as the strongest". Although he studied Mega Evolution with Professor Platane once, he... His partner Lizardon can mega evolve into Mega Lizardon X. 「メガシンカを極め、最強の頂点に立つ」ため、旅を続けるトレーナー。かつてはプラターヌ博士と共にメガシンカの研究を行っていたのだが…。パートナーのリザードンはメガリザードンＸにメガシンカする。
	Manon (マノン): A new Trainer just starting her journey. She refers to her partner Harimaron as "Hari-san", and always asks it for help. How does she get involved with Alan's journey? 旅を始めたばかりの初心者トレーナー。 パートナーのハリマロンを「ハリさん」と呼び、いつも助けてもらってばかり。アランの旅にどう関わっていくのか？
	Zumi (ズミ): A member of the Kalos region's Elite Four. In addition to being part of the Elite Four, he is also a chef. His partner Kamex can mega evolve into Mega Kamex, and gives Alan's Lizardon a real run for its money. カロス地方・四天王の一人。四天王でありながら、料理人（シェフ）としての一面を持つ。 パートナーのカメックスはメガカメックスにメガシンカをし、アランのメガリザードンと壮絶な展開に！？
	Ayaka (アヤカ): A girl who also gives Alan a tough battle. Her partner Absol can mega evolve into Mega Absol. Also, she will be battling Satoshi in this year's movie!? 彼女もアランと激しいバトルを展開する。 パートナーのアブソルはメガアブソルにメガシンカする。 実は今年の映画でサトシとバトルをすることに！？
	Louis (ルイ): His appearance is intense, and so is his battling skills. He has a fierce battle with Alan over a Mega Stone. His partner Gablias can mega evolve into a Mega Gablias. インパクト大の見た目が強烈だが、バトルの腕も強烈！ メガストーンを巡ってアランと激しいバトルを繰り広げる。パートナーのガブリアスはメガガブリアスにメガシンカする。

Staff and Voice Cast

Staff:
Executive Director: Kunihiko Yuyama (湯山邦彦)
Director: Tetsuo Yajima (矢嶋哲生)
Series Construction: Atsuhiro Tomioka (冨岡淳広)
Character Design: Toshihito Hirooka (広岡トシヒト)
Executive Animation Director: Toshihito Hirooka (広岡トシヒト)
Art Director: Katsuyoshi Kanemura (金村勝義ト)
Color Keys: Noriyuki Yoshino (吉野記通)
Director of Photography: Suzuki Tairin (鈴木大倫)
Editor: Toshio Henmi (辺見俊夫)
Music: Shinji Miyazaki (宮崎慎二)
Sound Recording Director: Masafumi Mima (三間雅文)

Cast:
Alan: Kensho Ono (小野賢章)
Manon: Mikako Komatsu (小松未可子)
Ayaka: Miyuu Sawai (沢井美優)
Louis: Koichi Yamadera (山寺宏一)
Zumi: Hiroyuki Yoshino (吉野裕行)
Platane: Hiroshi Tsuchida (土田大)

Sources: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2014/03/140315_a01.html and http://www.tv-tokyo.co.jp/anime/pokemon_xy_me/