Will, the first original Japanese song by Korean 6-member girl group IVE in about 11 months, will be the new opening theme for the TV Tokyo Network anime Pocket Monsters (airs every Friday at 6:55pm), and is going to be available digitally on April 12th alongside the premiere of the new chapter "Terastal Debut".


"Will" is IVE's very first anime tie-in song, and is a song themed around friendship and adventure, filled with a sparkling feel similar to that of Pocket Monsters. Japanese member Rei said with great joy that she's been very close to this anime ever since she was little, so she was extremely happy to hear they were doing an opening theme for it, and that all the members were really excited about it.

Wonyoung was visibly moved as she talked about how very happy and honored to get to sing the opening theme for an anime as extremely famous as Pocket Monsters, which she's a big fan of herself as well, having loved Pikachu since childhood and having wanted to live with Pokémon in real life back then.


A new trailer that shows what to expect from the beginning of the new chapter "Terastal Debut" was released today, March 29th, 2024, where you can hear part of IVE's "Will".

YouTube Clip - Pocket Monsters Anime Terastal Debut Starts in Friday, April 12th, 2024

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShQdAO_1aa0

Comments from IVE:

Yujin:
I'm very honored and very happy to be singing the opening theme for the Pocket Monsters anime. This is a very fun song, so I had fun recording it as well. My favorite Pokémon is Eievui, and I always keep an Eievui plushie I got from Rei in my room. I want all you viewers to listen to "Will" as soon as you can, and I'm truly grateful for all the constant support we've been getting.

Gaeul:
I've been a huge fan of Pokémon since I was a child, so I'm really happy I get to sing one of its opening themes. Pokémon is of course a famous anime everyone in Japan knows, and this is also the case in Korea, so I was really honored to get this assignment and knew I had to do my absolute best. There was a huge Pocket Monsters card game craze back when was in elementary school, so I played that a lot with my cousins, and also collected cute Pokémon menko in all kinds of colors. I sang this song with all my might in order to fill it with the kind of cheerfulness and energy that's so unique to the Pocket Monsters anime, so please look forward to it!

Rei:
I've been very close to this anime ever since she was little, so I was extremely happy to hear we were doing an opening theme for it. All the members were really excited about it, and couldn't believe they were actually doing the opening theme (smile). When I was little, I would always be sitting in front of the TV on the days the anime was airing, looking forward to learning what kind of adventure we'd be getting that day (smile). I'd be really happy if I could share all the dreams, courage and sparkling memories I gained from watching the anime back then with you all. Please look forward to seeing IVE alongside Pokémon.

Wonyoung:
I'm very happy and honored to get to sing the opening theme for an anime as extremely famous as Pocket Monsters, which I'm a big fan of myself as well. I've loved Pikachu since childhood and wanted to live with Pokémon in real life back then, so I'm very happy to get to sing the opening theme. We'll be singing a cheerful song that will make you happy as you watch the show!

Liz:
I've enjoyed the anime ever since I was a child, and also played the video games a lot and collected a ton of Pokémon cards, menko and plushies together with my little brother, so I was extremely honored when I learned we were singing the opening theme. It made me so excited and happy I can't even put it in words. Since I was so excited about this song, I did my absolute best when recording it as well! I hope you guys are all excited for it as well, and would be really happy if you'd root for us a lot!

Leeseo:
It was like a dream come true to learn we were getting to sing this song. We've been graced with the wonderful opportunity it is to get to sing an anime opening theme, so I really wanted to do a good job with it. I regularly have fun collecting the "Decochara seal" stickers that come with Pokémon Pan pastry, and would put the stickers featuring my favorite Pokémon on my cell phone. I did my absolute utmost singing "Will", so it'd make me happy if lots of people liked it.

IVE 新曲が『ポケモン』新OPに メンバー大感激「心からうれしかった」【全員コメント】

韓国の6人組ガールズグループ・IVEの約11ヶ月ぶりとなる日本オリジナル曲「Will」が、テレビ東京系アニメ『ポケットモンスター』（毎週金曜　後6：55）の新オープニングテーマに決定した。新章「テラスタルデビュー」が4月12日に放送開始となるのにあわせて、同日に配信リリースされる。

IVE初のアニメタイアップ曲となる「Will」は、友情や冒険をテーマに『ポケットモンスター』に寄り添ったキラキラとした世界観を詰め込んだ楽曲。日本人メンバー・レイは「小さい頃からとても親しみのある作品だったので、お話を聞いた時は心からうれしかったです。メンバーの皆とも『私たちがオープニングテーマを歌うだなんて！』とドキドキしていました」と歓喜した。

ウォニョンは「とても有名で私も好きなアニメ『ポケットモンスター』のオープニングテーマを歌うことができて、とてもうれしく光栄です。幼い頃からピカチュウが大好きで、実際にポケモンと一緒に暮らしてみたいと思っていたので、オープニングテーマを歌えることがとてもうれしいです」と感激している。

きょう29日には、新章「テラスタルデビュー」の始まりを予感させる最新映像も初公開。IVEが歌う「Will」を一部聴くことができる。

■IVEメンバーコメント
▼ユジン
アニメ『ポケットモンスター』のオープニングテーマを歌うことになり大変光栄に思いますし、とても嬉しかったです。すごく楽しい曲なので、レコーディングも楽しく出来ました。ポケモンの中ではイーブイが一番好きなんですが、レイがプレゼントしてくれたイーブイのぬいぐるみを部屋にずっと置いています。視聴者の皆さんに、「Will」を早く聴いてもらいたいです！ いつもたくさん応援してくださって、本当にありがとうございます。

▼ガウル
子供の頃から大好きだったポケモンのオープニングテーマを歌うことができて、本当に嬉しかったです。日本はもちろん、韓国でも誰もが知っている有名なアニメなので、光栄でしたし頑張らなくてはと思いました。小学生の頃、ポケットモンスターのカードゲームが流行っていたので、いとこたちとよく遊んだし、いろんな色のかわいいめんこを集めるのが趣味でした。アニメ『ポケットモンスター』ならではの明るくてエネルギー溢れる感じを曲に盛り込むために一生懸命歌ったので、楽しみにしていてください！

▼レイ
小さい頃からとても親しみのある作品だったので、お話を聞いた時は心から嬉しかったです。メンバーの皆とも「私たちがオープニングテーマを歌うだなんて！」とドキドキしていました（笑顔の絵文字）小さい頃、アニメの放送日には欠かさずテレビの前に座って待機して、今日はどんな冒険をするんだろう？と楽しみに待っていました（笑顔の絵文字）私が小さい頃にアニメを見ながら育んだ夢や勇気、キラキラした思い出を皆さんにお届けできたら嬉しいです。これからポケモンと一緒になったIVEの姿にご期待ください☆

▼ウォニョン
とても有名で私も好きなアニメ『ポケットモンスター』のオープニングテーマを歌うことができて、とても嬉しく光栄です。幼い頃からピカチュウが大好きで、実際にポケモンと一緒に暮らしてみたいと思っていたので、オープニングテーマを歌えることがとても嬉しいです。このアニメを見ている間、みなさんが幸せになれるよう、明るい歌を歌います！

▼リズ 幼い頃からアニメを楽しく見ていましたし、ゲームもたくさんしていて、弟とポケモンカードとめんこ、ぬいぐるみをたくさん集めたりもしていたので、私たちがオープニングテーマを歌うと聞いて、とても光栄に思いました。言葉で表現できないほど楽しみで、嬉しかったです。個人的に楽しみにしていたので、レコーディングも頑張りました！皆さんにも楽しみにしていて欲しいですし、IVEの活動もたくさん応援してくださると嬉しいです。

▼イソ
この曲を私たちが歌えると聞いた時は本当に夢のようでした。アニメのオープニングテーマを歌えるという良い機会に恵まれたので、上手く歌いたいと思いました。普段から「ポケモンパン」の中に入っているデコキャラシールを集めるのが好きで、私の好きなポケモンのデコキャラシールが出た時は携帯電話にそのシールを貼ったりしていました。本当に一生懸命歌ったので、多くの方々に「Will」を気に入って頂けると嬉しいです。

Source: https://www.oricon.co.jp/news/2320574/full/

Now that Pokémon TV has been discontinued, The Pokémon Company has released an infogram listing the streaming services and digital platforms where people can legally watch the English Pokémon dub. Unfortunately, the series is spread out over many different services, making it very difficult on viewers.

Infogram:

Where to Watch Pokémon Episodes & Movies

This guide shows where you can catch exciting episodes from the entirety of Pokémon the Series, as well as epic Pokémon movie adventures and other fun Pokémon animation. Episodes and movies are available via streaming services and via digital rental or purchase.

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/animation/where-to-watch-pokemon-episodes-movies

Pokémon Korea has announced a 25th Anniversary project commemorating the domestic broadcast of the Pokémon anime in South Korea. They have worked on original series episodes that have never aired in South Korea. Pokémon: Stories from the Johto Region - The Final Chapter (포켓몬스터: 성도지방 이야기, 최종장) features Han Jiu and friends at the Silver Conference in the Johto region. A teaser poster shows new artwork and a trailer announced that the episodes will be shown in theaters in May 2024.

YouTube Clip - Pokémon: Stories from the Johto Region - The Final Chapter Teaser Trailer

Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6-Nq13qtpw and https://pokemonkorea.co.kr/2024_M0

Pokémon Animation Concert

The Pokémon Animation Concert (포켓몬 애니메이션 콘서트) took place on May 10th, 2024 at 7:30 PM and on May 11th, 2024 at 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM at Lotte Concert Hall in Seoul, South Korea. Yeji Jeong (정예지) was the Conductor and the concert was performed by the Ditto Orchestra (디토 오케스트라).

Pokémon Animation Concert Set List:

Start of an Adventure (모험의 시작)
행진 / 출발
만남 / 피카츄
포획 / 깨비참
동경 / 칠색조

Pocket Monsters AG (포켓몬스터 AG)
여행 / 호연지방
콘테스트 / 봄이

Yes I Can!
친구 / 빛나 (feat 웅)
라이벌 / 진철
진화 / 배틀 / 초염몽
언젠가 다시

Shimmering Season (찬란한 계절)
전설 / 제크로무 레시라무
친구 / 아이리스
대결 / 배틀리그

Remember times
연구 / 메가진화
훈련 배들 / 개굴닌자

ALOLA
알로라 / 학교
등장 / 로켓단
릴리에 / 가족

FLY HIGH
배틀 / 거다이맥스
우승 / 세계 챔피언
이별 /고우, 하루, 웅, 이슬
JUMP UP

We Go
새로운 시작 / 검은 레쿠쟈
리코 테마
리코 테마 / 용기
로드 테마
프리드 & 라이징 볼트태클즈
악당 / 익스플로러즈
승리 / 테라스탈
By Your Side (너와 함께라면)

Pokémon Animation Concert Images:

Limited Edition Glasses Set

200 Limited Edition Glasses sets were available for each performance on a first-come, first-served basis for those that purchased 2 R Seats.


Prices: R Seat 132,000 won, S Seat 99,000 won, A Seat 77,000 won, B Seat 55,000 won / Obstructed View R 92,400 won, Obstructed View A 53,900 won, Obstructed View B 38,500 won

Sources: https://m.lotteconcerthall.com/kor/Performance/ConcertDetails/260402 and https://pokemonkorea.co.kr/Ani_orchestra_2024

Third Part of the Project

The last 15 episodes of the original series that had never been dubbed in South Korea before were broadcast on JEI TV starting on August 10th, 2024 and they were also released on SKbtv VOD on August 12th, 2024.

Source: https://www.pokemonkorea.co.kr/2024_3rd_project/menu477

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Gold and Silver: Mt. Silver Stories Teaser Video Revealed

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nq2LRYYZ_HI

The NHK Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet Members Celebrate the Hokuriku Shinkansen's Kanazawa-Tsuruga Opening Pokémon Mini Concerts (N響メンバーによる金管五重奏 祝 北陸新幹線 福井・敦賀開業 ポケモンミニコンサート) will take place on Sunday, April 21st, 2024. The performance will be streamed live on the official Pokémon Kids TV YouTube channel.


The Fukui support Pokémon Kairyu and Pikachu will be there as well as orchestra members: Tomoyuki Hasegawa (長谷川智之) on Trumpet, Eiji Yamamoto (山本英司) on Trumpet, Yudai Shoji (庄司雄大) on French Horn, Hikaru Koga (古賀光) on Trombone and Yukihiro Ikeda (池田幸広) on Tuba.

Performances:

Sunday, April 21st, 2024 at 14:00 and 17:00
Venue: Fukui City Happiterrace (福井市にぎわい交流施設 ハピテラス)
Capacity: Approximately 200 people for each performance (Free admission, Reserved seating via advanced lottery)

Source: https://www.pokemon.jp/special/pokemonminiconcert/

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Mini Concert Hokuriku Shinkansen's Kanazawa-Tsuruga Opening

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSCslF4Rh5Q

The Pokémon Centers and Pokémon Stores nationwide in Japan will hold the I Found it! The Great Kuwassu Search Campaign (みーつけた！ クワッス大そうさくキャンペーン) from Saturday, April 6th, 2024 to Sunday, May 19th, 2024. The Pokémon Center Singapore also held the Where’s Quaxly? campaign event from August 2nd, 2024 to August 31, 2024.


(1) During the period, many Kuwassu will appear in the store! When you find your favorite Kuwassu and report to the staff that: "I found a Kuwassu!", you will receive an original sticker as a thank you for finding it.

(2) In addition, if you find the Stray Kuwassu that the Pokémon Center staff is looking for among the many Kuwassu in the store, you will receive a special original sticker!


Pokémon Centers, Pokémon Stores, the Pokémon Centers Online and the Pokémon Center Temporary Store in Tokushima Station Clement Plaza, will also be giving out Kuwassu Pocket Tissues as a present.

YouTube Clip - I Found it! The Great Kuwassu Search Campaign

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5gBXpbv3KE

Pokémon Center - The Stray Kuwassu

On Saturday, April 6th, 2024, a line of goods called The Stray Kuwassu (まいごのクワッス) featuring goods focusing on Kuwassu. The main artwork depicts the stray Kuwassu's encounters with various Pokémon with a gentle picture-book-like touch.

The lineup includes plush toys with a soft feel, accessories featuring the main art, a set of four figures that can float in the bath, and other items featuring Kuwassu's charm! There are also a variety of other goods for daily use, such as soft and absorbent towels and shampoo bottles with simple designs that are easy to use. Be sure to check out the cutely designed Kuwassu goods. Click here for full details.

Source: https://kuwassu-daisousaku.pokemon.co.jp/

Niantic has showcased 7 locations that players of Pokémon GO should check out for Pokémon GO Fest 2024: Madrid.

YouTube Clip - Join us at Pokémon GO Fest 2024 in Madrid!

Spain is calling for Pokémon GO Fest 2024... Time to plan your weekend trip to Madrid from June 14th to 16th, 2024️... Let your best Pokémon GO friend know right away and start preparing your adventure.

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6h2M3Adp8B4

Top 7 Madrid Highlights for Your Pokémon GO Fest Summer

Trainers,
The search for your summer holiday destination is over! Madrid’s summer scene is hotter than ever, and it’s time to find out why it’s been chosen for our biggest event of the year: Pokémon GO Fest 2024! From art marvels to green escapes, Spain’s capital has really got it all:

The Prado Museum: Lose yourself in art’s embrace at the Prado Museum, home to masterpieces by Goya and Velázquez. Take a photo of your Buddy with Mona Lisa’s cousin!

Parque del Retiro: Beat the heat at Retiro Park, following our in-game Routes to Madrid’s chill-out paradise. Rent a rowboat, catch a yoga class, or just relax under the Spanish sun – don’t forget the suncream!

Puerta del Sol: Have your fill of monuments and statues in Madrid’s hub, where history meets hustle and there could be some special Pokémon hiding! Marvel at Tío Pepe’s sign, munch on churros, and snap a selfie with “Kilometre Zero” at the very centre of Madrid – it’s a must!

Parque Juan Carlos I & Pokémon GO Fest 2024 Explore Madrid’s hidden gem park, home of Pokémon GO Fest 2024. Attend our biggest event of the year, bike along paths and admire Palacio de Cristal! Don’t miss your chance to come together and adventure with thousands of other Trainers and take advantage of special bonuses, exclusive gameplay and much, much more!

Plaza Mayor: Feel the pulse of Madrid at Plaza Mayor, bursting with charm and charisma — how many Eggs can you hatch walking around with the 1/2 Hatch Distance event bonus? Take the opportunity to indulge in tapas, marvel at King Philip III’s statue and dance the night away!

Gran Via: This bustling avenue offers a mix of shops, theatres and landmarks, providing visitors with a taste of Madrid’s unique character and ambiance. Stroll along its vibrant streets and soak up sunlight on a rooftop in this iconic part of the city.

El Rastro Market: Immerse yourself in Madrid’s vibrant street life at El Rastro Market, the city’s largest open-air flea market. Browse through stalls overflowing with treasures, from antiques and souvenirs to handmade crafts and vintage clothing. Did Eevee and Pikachu get their moon crowns here? We don’t know, but you could encounter them both wearing them at any time! With live music, street performers and a bustling atmosphere, El Rastro captures the essence of Madrid’s eclectic spirit.

With its vibrant culture and endless adventures, Madrid is the ultimate summer escape. So, plan your itinerary, get ready to soak up the Spanish sun and if you haven’t already, get your ticket to Pokémon GO Fest 2024: Madrid!

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/go-fest-madrid-summer/

The Pokémon Company International has announced that time reservations slots for visits to the Pokémon Center pop-up store at the 2024 Pokémon Europe International Championships are now open. High resolution images of the exclusive items at the Pokémon Center Pop-Up Store 2024 at ExCeL London have been added to an Imageboard thread.

YouTube Clip - Pokémon International Championships, London | EUIC 2024

Come catch the 2nd International Championships of the 2024 Play! Pokémon season - the European International Championships in London, England! Whether you're on the show floor or watching the broadcast from home, stay tuned for news on the action, events, rewards and more.

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3sv-3Qc5zIE

Reservations for Pokémon Center Pop-Up Store at ExCeL London Start Today

The pop-up store is returning to the 2024 Pokémon Europe International Championships (EUIC) next month, alongside Play Lab and Battle Lab experiences.

London — 15 March 2024 — The Pokémon Company International announced today that reservations are now open for the Pokémon Center pop-up store at the 2024 Pokémon Europe International Championships, with slots available starting Thursday, 4 April until Sunday, 7 April 2024.

EUIC is the largest Pokémon event in Europe leading up to the Pokémon World Championships, and it features exciting competitions for players of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, Pokémon video games, Pokémon GO and Pokémon UNITE. This year, the tournament is back at ExCeL London from 5 April to 7 April 2024. Players from around the globe will compete in the tournament for a chance to qualify for the Pokémon World Championships that will be held in Honolulu, Hawaii, later this year.


The 2024 Pokémon Europe International Championships also offers a range of activities outside of the competition for players and fans to enjoy:

Event Registration

Registration will be divided into two waves at the following times:

• Wave 1: February 22 at 7:00 p.m. GMT / 11:00 a.m. PST
• Wave 2: February 23 at 9:00 a.m. GMT / 1:00 a.m. PST

Registration for players will close on March 28 at 8:00 p.m. GMT / 1:00 p.m. PDT.
New for EUIC, spectators will have the option to purchase a full-weekend pass or individual day passes.

Badge Pickup

Badges for this event will be picked up onsite at Hall N8 (enter via Entrance N4) of ExCeL London. For all Masters Division TCG and VG players, all Pokémon UNITE players, and all Pokémon GO players, check-in and badge pickup will be Thursday, April 4 from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Junior and Senior Division Pokémon TCG and VG players may pick up badges on Friday, April 5 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Pokémon TCG and VG Juniors and Seniors players are also welcome to pick up badges Thursday April 4, from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Spectator badge pickup times:

• Thursday, April 4: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m.
• Friday, April 5: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
• Saturday, April 6: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
• Sunday, April 7: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Welcome Kit

All competitors will receive a welcome kit filled with Pokémon goodies, including a cap, playmat, card sleeves, deck box, and more.

Pokémon Center Pop-Up Store

The Pokémon Center pop-up store is back at EUIC, bigger and with even more products than in 2023. It will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, 4 April to Saturday, 6 April 2024 and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, 7 April 2024, located at Entrance N1 of ExCeL London[1]. The pop-up store will stock a range of International Championships–exclusive products and a variety of products from Pokémon Center UK, the premier online destination for official Pokémon merchandise and apparel.

The pop-up store will be open to the public and does not require a competitor or spectator badge to enter. Reservations can be booked starting today via the registration website.

Exclusive Merchandise

2024 Pokémon Europe International Championships Pokémon Center Information

Pokémon Center is back in London for the 2024 Pokémon Europe International Championships! Discover products exclusive to International Championships, as well as select products from Pokémon Center’s online store in the UK. Pokémon social media accounts will be offering a sneak peek over the next few weeks!

Store Hours:
Thursday, 4 April – Saturday, 6 April, 2024: 10:00–20:00
Sunday, 7 April, 2024: 10:00–16:00

Entry to the store is via Entrance N1 of ExCeL London. The Pokémon Center Pop-Up shop is located within a flat, no-barrier hall. Accessibility accommodations, including options for queuing at the Pokémon Center Pop-Up shop, are handled directly by the hosting venue, ExCeL Center London who are able to provide a variety of accessibility services including wheelchair and mobile scooter hire. You can view the options available at the ExCel Center London venue here: https://www.excel.london/visitor/venue-guide/accessibility.

Should you require any other additional accommodations to enter the store, please notify Pokémon Center staff at the time of your appointment.

How to Attend

The store will be open to the general public. You will not need a competitor or spectator badge to enter, but entry to the store requires a reservation, even for badged attendees. For more information on reservations, including amending a previously booked reservation, please see the bottom of the FAQ section at the bottom of this page.

To book a slot to visit, please visit the reservations page to see available time slots by day: https://waitwhile.com/locations/pokemoncenterlondon24

Play Lab and Battle Lab

In addition to the Pokémon Center pop-up store, Play Lab is returning to the 2024 Pokémon Europe International Championships. At Play Lab, fans and visitors will have the chance to learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game. For those who would like to learn the basics of the Pokémon video games or challenge experienced Pokémon Professors in the Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet games, Battle Lab will also run demos and minigames on the Nintendo Switch system.

Play Lab and Battle Lab offer different experiences that range in duration and play level and are both located at Entrance N2 of ExCeL London. Access to these activities is available at no charge, and no badge or registration is required. Play Lab and Battle Lab hours of operations are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, 5 April to Saturday, 6 April 2024 and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, 7 April 2024[2].

For more information about the 2024 Pokémon Europe International Championships, the Pokémon Center pop-up store and Play Lab and Battle Lab experiences, please visit: pkmn.news/EUIC24

[1] The Pokémon Center pop-up store is located within a flat, no-barrier hall. ExCeL London provides a variety of accessibility services, including wheelchair and mobile scooter hire. Should you require other accommodations to enter the store, please notify Pokémon Center staff at the time of your appointment.
[2] Cutoff time for entry into the Play Lab or Battle Lab is one hour prior to the closing time. This is subject to change.

Source: https://pokemon.gamespress.com/Reservations-for-Pokemon-Center-Pop-Up-Store-at-ExCeL-London-Start-Tod

It has been announced that Terastal Debut, the new chapter of the popular anime Pocket Monsters airs on the TV Tokyo Network every Friday at 6:55pm, officially abbreviated "Anipoke", will start airing April 12th, 2024. The main visual that's been presented depicts Orange Academy from the video game Pocket Monsters Scarlet, with Roy and Dot wearing Orange Academy uniforms. And for some reason Liko's Nyahoja is nowhere to be seen...

They're all surrounded by Elite Four members Aoki, Chili, Poppy and Hassaku, popular characters from the video games, as well as Nemo and Gym Leaders Colza and Nanjamo, who have all appeared in earlier episodes.

This new chapter will depict Liko, Roy and the others' Terastal Debut, as well as show how they'll interact with the popular characters from the video games now that they've decided to study on exchange at Orange Academy for Terastal training.

Then there is Explorer's Sango, who said in today's broadcast that she would "summon" Rayquaza. In the video released today, we can see the Explorers plotting as well as the Black Rayquaza. The climactic episode of Terapagos' Shine is also a must-see before the new chapter!

A special Pokémon anime trailer has also been released! The "Terapagos' Shine" chapter is hitting its climax! What is the Explorers' Plan for Capturing Rayquaza? Will Liko and Roy be able to stop it? ...And then it's on to an all new chapter!

2024-03-22 PM2023 44: The Plan for Capturing Rayquaza

The words Sango from the Explorers passed on were "summon Rayquaza". Friede pinpoints the island where the Explorers' hideout is located based on the clues he has, and he, Liko, Roy and Randou head there. However, they're met with a trap set by Spinel! Will Liko and the others be able to stop the Explorers' Plan for Capturing Rayquaza?

2024-03-29 PM2023 45: To Places Far Far Away

The Explorers' plan has led to the Black Rayquaza finally showing itself, and Liko and Roy get completely overwhelmed in the face of its incredible power! However, if they're going to get through to it and communicate how Terapagos, and they themselves, feel... it's now or never! It's time for a battle against Rayquaza where the two of them throw absolutely everything at it; All the encounters they've had and all the experience they've gained since they set off on their adventure with Pokémon!!

YouTube Clip - Animation Pocket Monsters Terapagos' Shine Climax PV

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c2lCtqtQSQU

Press Release (Japanese): 新章突入！ 副題は「テラスタルデビュー」に決定

テレ東系で毎週金曜よる6時55分から放送中のテレビアニメ「ポケットモンスター」は、リコとロイの物語が4月12日より第3章を迎えることとなり、副題が「テラスタルデビュー」に決定しました。テラスタルオーブを持つリコとロイ、ドットの制服姿や、ゲーム『ポケットモンスター スカーレット・バイオレット』に登場する人物が描かれた新たなメインビジュアルを初公開しました。

メインビジュアルには、ゲーム『ポケットモンスター スカーレット』に登場するオレンジアカデミーが描かれ、ロイ、ドットはオレンジアカデミーの制服を着ています。周りにはゲームの人気キャラクターである四天王のアオキ、チリ、ポピー、ハッサクの姿や、これまでの放送にも登場したジムリーダーのコルサ、ナンジャモ、そしてネモの姿も描かれました。

「テラスタル」を修得するため、オレンジアカデミーに留学することになった3人は、ゲームに登場する人気キャラクターとどう関わっていくのか！？　リコとロイたちのテラスタルデビューにご注目ください！

そして、本日の放送で「レックウザを呼び寄せる」と言い残した、エクスプローラーズ・サンゴ。本日公開された映像では、不穏な作戦をたくらむエクスプローラーズの姿と黒いレックウザが映されています。新章突入前、「テラパゴスのかがやき」編クライマックスのエピソードも必見です！

3月22日（金）放送／第44話「レックウザ捕獲計画」
サンゴが言い残した「レックウザを呼び寄せる」という言葉…フリードは、手がかりを元にエクスプローラーズのアジトがある島を突き止める。島に向かったリコ、ロイ、フリード、ランドウだったが、そこで待ち受けていたのはスピネルの罠だった―！エクスプローラーズのレックウザ捕獲計画を、リコたちは止めることができるのか…！？

3月29日（金）放送／第45話「はるか、遠くまで」
エクスプローラーズの作戦により、ついに姿を現した黒いレックウザ！ その強大な力を前に、圧倒されるリコとロイ。けれど、テラパゴスの、そして自分たちの想いを伝えるなら、今しかない―。ポケモンと冒険に出たあの日から、たくさんの出会い、経験をしてきたふたり…。その全てをぶつけるレックウザとのバトルが今、始まる―！！

Source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001180.000002610.html

Costume Event: The Power of Dance begins! Adaman and Irida try to connect with their new Pokémon through the power of dance! You can get sync pair–exclusive lucky cookies and Special Skill Feathers from the event’s item exchange!

5★ Adaman (Special Costume) & Ursaluna debut! They’re a strike sync pair with a support EX role who can use their Hazy Headlong Rush buddy move when they are burned. The less HP they have, the greater the power of this move!

YouTube Clip - Pasio Nights – Adaman and Irida Debut New Outfits in Costume Event: The Power of Dance

A special type of battle is brewing on Pasio, and Adaman and Irida are ready to STEP UP to the challenge!

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7b3GHyMh3_Q

Costume Event The Power of Dance

Costume Event The Power of Dance Under Way! Adaman and Irida take part in a dance event! Will the two of them be able to connect with their Pokémon through dancing?

Date/Time

March 13, 2024 at 11:00 p.m. - March 30, 2024 at 10:59 p.m.

Lineup Bonuses

You can earn bonus rewards if you have featured Sync Pairs in your lineup for battles in this event. The more of these Sync Pairs you include on your team, the more of the following items you can earn!

Note: You can view more information about the featured Sync Pairs in the Special Bonuses screen by tapping the button in the bottom left of the area selection screen.

Featured Bonus Items

• Event Voucher R

The lineup bonus is ×1 by default and varies according to which Sync Pairs are on the team.
Example 1: If you place a ×1.6 and a ×1.2 Sync Pair on your team, you will receive ×1.8 the number of featured bonus items.
Example 2: If you place a ×1.6 and a ×1.4 Sync Pair on your team, you will receive ×2.0 the number of featured bonus items.

Event Missions

You can take on special Missions during the event period. Check the Missions screen to learn more!

Event Medals

Event medals are awarded for meeting certain conditions in event missions. You can try to obtain all of the event medals!

Log-In Bonus Under Way!

A log-in bonus is currently under way to mark the start of the event.

Log-In Bonus Details

• Day 1: Skip Ticket ×20
• Day 2: Gems ×100
• Day 3: Gems ×100
• Day 4: Gems ×100
• Day 5: Skip Ticket ×20
• Day 6: Gems ×100
• Day 7: Gems ×100
• Day 8: Gems ×100
• Day 9: Skip Ticket ×20
• Day 10: Gems ×100
• Day 11: Gems ×100
• Day 12: Gems ×100
• Day 13: Gems ×100
• Day 14: Skip Ticket ×20

Log-In Bonus Date/Time

March 13, 2024 at 11:00 p.m. - March 30, 2024 at 10:59 p.m.

Important

• To participate, you must have completed Main Story Chapter 1: The More the Merrier (Normal) in single-player.
• The sync pairs that appear as opponents in battle have different capabilities than those you can actually obtain.
• The number of plays available for Daily Extreme Battle 1 is reset every day.
  Reset Time: 11:00 p.m.
• When the exchange period for the following items obtained in this event ends, the leftover items will be converted into coins (10 coins each) and sent to your Present Box.
  
  Applicable Items:
  • Event Voucher R
• To attempt missions, you must have completed Main Story Chapter 1: The More the Merrier (Normal) in single-player.
• All mission completion rewards must be claimed within three days of the mission period ending.
• To claim log-in bonuses, you must have completed Main Story Chapter 1: The More the Merrier (Normal) in single-player.
• Log-in bonuses are sent to your Present Box.
• Log-in bonuses can only be claimed during the specified time period.
• Log-in bonuses sent to the Present Box can only be claimed for a limited period of time.
• Log-in bonuses can only be claimed once per day.
• Up to 14 log-in bonuses can be claimed.
• Log-in bonuses are reset each day at 11:00 p.m.
• If you are already logged in, you will need to return to the Pokémon Center and claim them from your Present Box.
• The content is subject to change without notice.

Source: https://pokemonmasters-game.com/en-US/announcements/Event_6020_3W_1

Adaman Costume Scout

Adaman (Special Costume) & Ursaluna have arrived! Adaman Costume Scout 5★ Adaman (Special Costume) & Ursaluna are being featured in this limited-time costume sync pair scout! Plus, the Adaman Costume Scout and the Adaman Costume Tiered Scout are on at the same time!


The featured Sync Pair will be released with their Sync Grid expanded, the ability to be raised to 6★ EX, and an EX Role available to unlock.

Date/Time

March 13, 2024 at 11:00 p.m. - April 2, 2024 at 10:59 p.m.

Special Friend Snapshots

You can obtain a special Friend Snapshot that can be viewed in the Trainer Lodge by teaming up with 5★ Adaman (Special Costume) & Ursaluna.

Adaman Costume Scout

You can receive items as presents by using the Sync Pair Scout ×11 in the Adaman Costume Scout!

Note: You can view the Present Details by tapping the Present! icon on the Sync Pair Scout screen.

Tiered Scouts

Tiered Scouts are special Sync Pair Scouts that can only be used with Paid Gems. Each time you scout, you will proceed to the next tier. The Adaman Costume Tiered Scout goes up to Tier 10. In the Adaman Costume Tiered Scout, by using Sync Pair Scouts in Tiers 5 and 10, you will receive special Tickets to use in the Ticket Scout! You can team up with a Costume Sync Pair!

Note: For details on each tier, please check Tier Details on the corresponding sync pair scout screen.
Note: Please refer to Ticket Scout Details below for more information.

Ticket Scout Details

Ticket Scouts are special Sync Pair Scouts that can only be used with specific Tickets. One 5★ Sync Pair is guaranteed in the Adaman Costume Featured Ticket Scout, which requires a Ticket you can get in Tier 5 of the Adaman Costume Tiered Scout to use. 5★ Adaman (Special Costume) & Ursaluna have a higher chance of appearing.

Also, you can use the Ticket you get in Tier 10 on the Adaman Costume Guaranteed Ticket Scout to team up with 5★ Adaman (Special Costume) & Ursaluna guaranteed!

Note: Tickets earned from the Adaman Costume Tiered Scout can only be used for the Ticket Scouts featuring 5★ Adaman (Special Costume) & Ursaluna.

Date/Time

March 13, 2024 at 11:00 p.m. - April 9, 2024 at 10:59 p.m.

Important

• The Tiered Scout requires Paid Gems.
• You cannot gain Scout Points in the Tiered Scout.
• You can go to the Ticket Scout screen to check how many tickets you have received from the Tiered Scout. You cannot view this information from your Bag.
• Please be aware that you will not be able to use any remaining tickets after the Ticket Scout ends.
• Once you’ve gone through every tier in the Tiered Scout, it will no longer appear on the Sync Pair Scout selection screen.
• Each tier is only available once and will not reset.
• The tier completion progress for this Sync Pair Scout will be reset when it closes.
• The number of times the daily discount (100 paid Gems per scout) can be used is reset each day.
  Reset Time: 11:00 p.m.
• Featured sync pairs have a higher chance of appearing than non-featured 5★ sync pairs.
• 5★ Adaman (Special Costume) & Ursaluna are a Costume Sync Pair.
• Costume Sync Pairs are Sync Pairs that only appear for a limited time during costume sync pair scouts.
• There is a possibility that these Costume Sync Pairs will appear outside of this costume sync pair scout in the future as well.
• Sync Pairs other than the ones mentioned above may also appear in the costume sync pair scout.
• To unlock the sync grid, you must have completed Main Story Chapter 1: The More the Merrier (Normal) in single-player.
• To upgrade to 6★ EX, you must have completed Main Story Chapter 1: The More the Merrier (Normal) in single-player.
• To unlock the EX Role, you must have completed Main Story Chapter 1: The More the Merrier (Normal) in single-player.
• The presents obtainable in the Adaman Costume Scout cannot be obtained from the 4th Sync Pair Scout ×11 onwards.
• The presents obtainable in the Adaman Costume Scout will be sent to your Present Box.
• To check the available sync pairs and their respective offering rates, go to the Offering Rate section on the Sync Pair Scout screen.
• Please read the Notes tab under Offering Rate on the Sync Pair Scout screen before using the feature.
• The time period and featured content are subject to change without notice.

Source: https://pokemonmasters-game.com/en-US/announcements/BSearch_6020_3W_1

The Pokémon Company International announced today that the next expansion in the best-selling Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), Scarlet & Violet Twilight Masquerade, will launch beginning May 24, 2024, at participating retailers around the world. High resolution images from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.

YouTube Clip - Welcome to the Twilight Masquerade—Ogerpon | Pokémon TCG

In this video, you’ll get a peek at Teal Mask Ogerpon along with four different Ogerpon ex, each wearing a different mask. Teal Mask Ogerpon ex, Wellspring Mask Ogerpon ex, Hearthflame Mask Ogerpon ex, and Cornerstone Mask Ogerpon ex show off different types as well as unique attacks and Abilities. Finally, the Ogre’s Mask Item card will help bring your various Ogerpon ex into play.

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sWshYxY-J7c

New Pokémon Trading Card Game: Scarlet & Violet—Twilight Masquerade Expansion Marks Debut of Legendary Pokémon Ogerpon in Pokémon TCG

Six New Trading Cards Highlighting Ogerpon Revealed

In Scarlet & Violet—Twilight Masquerade, Pokémon originally discovered in The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Part 1: The Teal Mask DLC for the Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet video games will make their debut in the Pokémon TCG, including Okidogi, Munkidori, Fezandipiti and more.

The Legendary Pokémon Ogerpon will also appear in Scarlet & Violet—Twilight Masquerade as four different Tera Pokémon ex — with Grass, Fire, Water and Fighting types — based on its four masks. Players can enjoy battling with various types of Ogerpon ex by using Ogre’s Mask, a new Item card that allows players to swap any Ogerpon ex in play with another Ogerpon ex from the discard pile. In honor of Ogerpon’s debut in the Pokémon TCG, six new cards from the expansion featuring Ogerpon have been unveiled: Teal Mask Ogerpon ex, Hearthflame Mask Ogerpon ex, Wellspring Mask Ogerpon ex, Cornerstone Mask Ogerpon ex, Teal Mask Ogerpon and Ogre’s Mask.

Additional noteworthy cards from the expansion include:

• Six ACE SPEC rare Trainer and Special Energy cards
• Seven Pokémon ex and seven Tera Pokémon ex
• 21 illustration rare Pokémon
• 11 special illustration rare Pokémon and Supporter cards
• Six hyper rare gold etched cards

Scarlet & Violet—Twilight Masquerade will be available in booster packs, Elite Trainer Boxes and special collections at Pokémon Center and participating retailers worldwide. Select products from the expansion are now available for preorder at Pokémon Center in the U.S., Canada and the U.K., including the Scarlet & Violet—Twilight Masquerade Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box, which comes with two additional booster packs and one additional illustration rare-style promo card featuring the Pokémon Center logo.


Pokémon TCG players will also have the opportunity to play with Scarlet & Violet—Twilight Masquerade before launch by attending one of the many Prerelease tournaments, held as part of the Play! Pokémon competitive program, taking place beginning May 11 at participating independent retailers.

In addition, ahead of the release of the tabletop version, Trainers will be able to play with Scarlet & Violet—Twilight Masquerade digitally starting May 23, 2024, via the Pokémon TCG Live app for iOS, Android, macOS and Windows devices. Trainers can collect and battle with new cards featuring Ogerpon ex and receive in-game bonuses when logging in to the app.

Source: https://press.pokemon.com/en/releases/MEDIA-ALERT-New-Pokemon-Trading-Card-Game-Scarlet-VioletTwilight-Masqu