Duraludon is now available in Pokémon UNITE as of March 14th, 2022. You'll want to Laser Focus on this Ranged Attacker!

YouTube Clip - Duraludon Character Spotlight | Pokémon UNITE

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HvtomYyB60E

Duraludon Shows Its Metal in Pokémon UNITE

Spin out the competition in Pokémon UNITE with Duraludon, now available to join your team. This Ranged Attacker is ready to leverage light, throw claws, and rupture the very earth to claim victory. Duraludon’s basic attack is a fierce blast of light fired from its mouth, dealing damage to opposing Pokémon it hits. This attack becomes boosted with every third attack, shooting out a long beam that deals substantial damage to all opposing Pokémon it hits. Duraludon’s Ability, Heavy Metal, prevents it from being thrown or shoved once, then goes on cooldown after it’s triggered.

Duraludon’s Moves

At Lv. 1 and Lv. 2, Duraludon can learn Laser Focus and Metal Claw.

Using Laser Focus reduces the damage Duraludon receives for a short time. After Duraludon uses Laser Focus, its basic attacks deal additional damage to opposing Pokémon up to three times.

Metal Claw has Duraludon strike with its sharp claws, dealing damage to opposing Pokémon and decreasing their movement speed for a short time. After Duraludon uses Metal Claw, its next basic attack becomes boosted.

At Lv. 5, Laser Focus can be upgraded into one of two moves: Flash Cannon or Dragon Pulse.

When unleashing the power of Flash Cannon, Duraludon ruptures the ground in a designated direction, dealing damage to opposing Pokémon in the area of effect and decreasing their movement speed for a short time. For a brief period after Duraludon uses this attack, when it performs a basic or boosted attack, Duraludon will gather all of its light energy and release it all at once as a cannon of light. These cannon attacks have increased range and deal damage to all opposing Pokémon hit by the light. Boosted cannon attacks deal more damage than basic cannon attacks and also decrease the movement speed of opposing Pokémon they hit for a short time. When Flash Cannon is upgraded, it renders opposing Pokémon in the area of effect unable to act for a short time.

The second move, Dragon Pulse, charges up Duraludon’s power before dealing damage to opposing Pokémon in the area of effect. Duraludon’s movement speed is decreased while charging, but the longer this power is charged, the wider the move’s area of effect becomes and the more damage it deals. After Duraludon learns Dragon Pulse, a damage marker will be attached to any opposing Pokémon it damages. When Dragon Pulse hits a marked opposing Pokémon, it deals additional damage to that Pokémon for each damage marker attached to it, then removes all the damage markers. In addition, if Dragon Pulse knocks out an opposing Pokémon, its cooldown is reduced, and Duraludon’s next three basic attacks will each deal additional damage and further reduce Dragon Pulse’s cooldown when they hit. Dragon Pulse can be upgraded to restore Duraludon’s HP if the attack knocks out a Pokémon from the opposing team.

At Lv. 7, Metal Claw can also be upgraded into one of two moves: Dragon Tail or Stealth Rock.

Dragon Tail leverages Duraludon’s substantial size to shove opposing Pokémon and move Duraludon backward a short distance. After Duraludon delivers the shove, its next basic attack becomes boosted. A maximum of two uses can be kept in reserve for Dragon Tail. When upgraded, Dragon Tail deals additional damage.

Stealth Rock has Duraludon create a field of levitating stones by hurling a stone at a designated area. The field deals damage over time to opposing Pokémon in the area of effect and decreases their movement speed for a short time. If the thrown stone hits an opposing Pokémon before reaching the designated area, the area of effect will instead be centered on where the stone hit the Pokémon. If an opposing Pokémon takes damage from Stealth Rock a certain number of times, that Pokémon will be unable to move for a short time. After Duraludon uses Stealth Rock, its next basic attack becomes boosted. A maximum of two uses can be kept in reserve for Stealth Rock. When Stealth Rock is upgraded, the maximum number of uses that can be kept in reserve increases.

Duraludon’s Unite Move, Revolving Ruin

Light up the opposition with Revolving Ruin, a spinning attack that looks cool and deals some serious damage. When deploying this attack, Duraludon spins while firing a beam of light at the ground in a sweeping circle around it. If the beam hits an opposing Pokémon, it deals damage to it, grants Duraludon a shield, and increases Duraludon’s Attack for a short time. Both the shield effect and the Attack increase are strengthened when more opposing Pokémon are hit by the beam of light. After Duraludon fires off this beam of light, any opposing Pokémon caught in its area of effect takes damage. Revolving Ruin also leaves a burning ring where the beam of light touched the ground, and opposing Pokémon that touch this ring take damage and suffer decreased movement speed for a short time.

Duraludon is ready to wreak ruin upon the competition. Spin over to the Unite Battle Committee shop to get Duraludon’s Unite license now.

Source: https://unite.pokemon.com/en-us/news/duraludon-shows-its-metal-in-pokemon-unite/

Get ready for your time in the Spotlight. The newest battle pass for Pokémon UNITE is here! Help Pokémon take the stage at the Opera by completing daily lessons and missions to collect points, and unlock holowear for Absol, Gengar, and Garchomp!



Source: https://twitter.com/PokemonUnite/status/1503780734028468232

YouTube Clip - Battle Pass UNITE in the Spotlight has begun!

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=al1veND1pPo

From the "Charapaki" series, which has shipped more than 80 million units in total, the Charapaki Pokémon Excavation Chocolate (キャラパキ　ポケモン発掘チョコ) will be available soon! Break the puffed chocolate into pieces and discover fossil Pokémon. (8 designs in all!) The flavors are puffed milk-flavored chocolate, white chocolate, and the Excavation Pikachu is yellow banana-flavored chocolate!


8 Different Kinds in Total:
1. Gachigoras
2. Ptera
3. Amaruruga
4. Kabutops
5. Rampald
6. Torideps
7. Archeos
8. Abagoura

*Date of product availability in stores may vary by store.

Sources: https://twitter.com/candytoy_c/status/1501724616452354051 and https://www.bandai.co.jp/candy/products/2022/4549660738480224.html

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Excavation Chocolate Commercial

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtwwS1MQCqs

A new Pokémon Presents was broadcast on February 27th, 2022 at 6:00 a.m. PDT and it was about 14 minutes long with the latest news about the Pokémon games and apps featuring new information on: Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl, Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Pokémon GO, Pokémon Masters EX, Pokémon Café ReMix, and the new games Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet. Pictures from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.

POKÉMON ANNOUNCES NEW VIDEO GAMES POKÉMON SCARLET AND POKÉMON VIOLET

Next Evolutionary Advancement in Pokémon Video Games and New First Partner Pokémon Revealed

Events Celebrating Pokémon Day 2022 and New Game Updates from Across the Franchise Also Unveiled

Bellevue, WA—February 27, 2022—Today, The Pokémon Company announced Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet, new video games coming to the blockbuster series that first captivated fans with the Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green games 26 years ago. The announcement was made during a special Pokémon Presents video presentation streamed online to fans around the world on Pokémon Day, the annual fan-focused, pop-culture holiday celebrating the launch of the original Pokémon games on February 27, 1996. Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet will launch in late 2022 and be available exclusively on the Nintendo Switch™ system.

“Trainers will once again embark on an epic journey of discovery and exploration,” said Tsunekazu Ishihara, president and CEO of The Pokémon Company. “Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet will be an adventure unlike any other, and I cannot wait to share this incredible experience with all of you.”

New updates for the recently released Pokémon Brilliant Diamond, Pokémon Shining Pearl, and Pokémon Legends: Arceus games were also announced in addition to in-game events for Pokémon GO, Pokémon Café ReMix, Pokémon Masters EX, and Pokémon UNITE to mark Pokémon’s 26th anniversary. Details about all announcements made today follow:

Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet

Developed by GAME FREAK inc., Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet (ポケットモンスター スカーレット・バイオレット) take a new evolutionary step in the Pokémon main series. Trainers can explore an open world where various towns with no borders blend seamlessly into the wilderness. Pokémon can be seen everywhere in this wide-open world—in the skies, in the sea, and on the streets.



As one of the main characters, Trainers will jump into the world of Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet to begin their adventure, where they will have a different outfit depending on which game they are playing. Trainers will then choose either Sprigatito, the Grass Cat Pokémon, Fuecoco, the Fire Croc Pokémon, or Quaxly, the Duckling Pokémon to be their first partner Pokémon before setting off on their journey.


Sprigatito
Category: Grass Cat Pokémon
Height: 1′4″
Weight: 9 lbs.
Type: Grass
Ability: Overgrow
The capricious, attention-seeking Grass Cat Pokémon.


Fuecoco
Category: Fire Croc Pokémon
Height: 1′4″
Weight: 21.6 lbs.
Type: Fire
Ability: Blaze
The laid-back Fire Croc Pokémon that does things at its own pace.


Quaxly
Category: Duckling Pokémon
Height: 1′8″
Weight: 13.4 lbs.
Type: Water
Ability: Torrent
The earnest and tidy Duckling Pokémon.

After their release, Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet will be able to link with Pokémon HOME, a service that allows Trainers to keep their entire Pokémon collection in one place. By linking these games with Pokémon HOME, Trainers will be able to have Pokémon from other regions adventure alongside them in Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet.[1]

For more information about Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet, please visit Pokemon.com/ScarletViolet.

Pokémon Legends: Arceus

Daybreak, a software update (Ver. 1.1.0) for the Pokémon Legends: Arceus game, will be available starting today at 7:00 a.m. PST, February 27, 2022. In the Daybreak update, Trainers will begin investigating mysterious mass outbreaks of Pokémon that are popping up all over the Hisui region. Players will also have a chance to battle powerful opponents—like Legendary Pokémon and wardens—adding yet more options to the Pokémon battle experience.[2]

In celebration of Pokémon Day, Trainers can also receive items that will help them on their adventure in Pokémon Legends: Arceus. They can receive these items by entering the password ARCEUSADVENTURE in the Mystery Gifts menu in their game before 7:59 a.m. PST on Thursday, March 31, 2022.​ This gift includes 30 Ultra Balls, 30 Gigaton Balls, and 30 Jet Balls.​[3]


The production of an online animated series set in the Hisui region has also begun. This series will feature an original story line and is anticipated to launch later in 2022.

Pokémon Legends: Arceus brings Trainers to the vast Sinnoh region as it existed in the past, long before the setting for Pokémon Diamond and Pokémon Pearl was established. For more information about Pokémon Legends: Arceus, please visit Pokemon.com/LegendsArceus.

Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl

An item called Oak’s Letter will be distributed in the Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl games starting today, February 27, 2022. Trainers can receive Oak’s Letter by choosing Get via Internet from the Mystery Gift menu in the game.[4] Once a Trainer receives Oak’s Letter, they can talk to Professor Oak on Route 224. He will then ask for their cooperation regarding a stone tablet like one found in the Kanto region. As the Trainer assists Professor Oak, the Mythical Pokémon Shaymin will appear. Trainers can follow it and try to add it to their team. Shaymin is the Gratitude Pokémon and is able to change into its Sky Forme using the Gracidea item.[5]

For more information about the Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl video games, please visit Pokemon.com/DiamondPearl.

Pokémon Day 2022 In-Game Events

In celebration of 26 years of Pokémon, several events will take place in current games across the franchise.

• Pokémon that first appeared in the Alola region, the setting of the Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon games, will be appearing in the world of Pokémon GO beginning 10:00 a.m. local time on March 1, 2022. Until then, it seems that Alolan Form Exeggutor will be appearing.

• There is currently an ongoing event in Pokémon Masters EX celebrating 2.5 years since the game’s release.​ During the event, players can immediately receive 3,000 gems, as well as the chance to scout 10 sync pairs each day for 10 days at no cost.​ Additionally, Trainers May, Skyla, and Raihan will appear in special outfits as part of the 2.5-year celebration.​

• In the Pokémon Café ReMix game, there are currently three events Trainers can participate in to celebrate Pokémon Day.​ The events are as follows:
  • Log-in bonus of a celebratory crown outfit for Bulbasaur (available until Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at 9:59 p.m. PST)
  • A four-day period of an increased chance of Shiny Piplup appearing (until Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at 9:59 p.m. PST)
  • The opportunity to use the new delivery feature 11 times at no cost (until Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at 9:59 p.m. PST)

• In Pokémon UNITE, an ongoing event to celebrate Pokémon Day is currently under way. For the first time in the game, Trainers can immediately try out the Mythical Pokémon Hoopa and earn its Unite license.​ Players can enjoy a Pokémon Day log-in event from now until March 14, 2022 to receive a Pokémon Day hat and t-shirt in-game. Starting today, Trainers can experience full-fury battles, a new type of quick battle in Pokémon UNITE. An exciting reveal was also made, introducing Duraludon as the next Pokémon coming to the game in the future.

About Pokémon
The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing and marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children’s entertainment properties in the world. For more information, visitwww.pokemon.com.

[1] Each game that can receive Pokémon via Pokémon HOME can receive only Pokémon that can be obtained in that particular game. To find out what Pokémon appear in Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet, please look forward to the release of those games.
[2] ​Daybreak content will be available after viewing the game’s end credits.
[3] See here for details on how to receive gifts via the Mystery Gifts feature: Pokemon.com/LegendsArceus
[4]Players will need to connect their Nintendo Switch system to the internet to claim Mystery Gifts.​ To connect to the internet, the system user will need to connect to a Nintendo Account. A Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) is NOT required.​ It takes approximately two hours of play time before players are able to access the Mystery Gift feature.​ Players will need to install update data to claim Mystery Gifts.
[5]To encounter Shaymin in the game, players must first enter the Hall of Fame and obtain the National Pokédex.​ Players can obtain the National Pokédex by talking to Professor Rowan after completing the Sinnoh Pokédex.​ Please note that only one Shaymin can be caught per save data.​

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet | Announcement Trailer

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAmueMsFR1o

YouTube Clip - Free content update! | Pokémon Legends: Arceus

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0CwKsd9eE0

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Presents | 2.27.2022

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

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet | Announcement Trailer Japanese

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BedVUFpZSF4

YouTube Clip - Free content update! | Pokémon Legends: Arceus Japanese

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAVj8wKy9jM

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Presents | 2.27.2022

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eGNgEoGK4zY

PokéToruze (ポケトルゼ), a toy that lets you simulate the experience of getting Pokémon, is now available from Takara TOMY! The PokéToruze is shaped like a monster ball, and when you open it, an arm pops out from inside. You can get Moncolle from the MS series but some of the MS series figures are not compatible.

Product Details:

Released and Distributed by: Takara Tomy
Release Date: Thursday, February 24, 2022
Price: Moncolle PokéToruze Pikachu (Monster Ball): 2,500 yen (including tax)
Moncolle PokéToruze Arceus (Master Ball): 2,500 yen (including tax)

Sources: https://www.pokemon.co.jp/goods/2022/02/220225_to05.html and https://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/pokemon/poketoruze/

YouTube Clip - Takara TOMY - Moncolle Pokétoruze Pikachu and Arceus Commercial

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gBVuQH7XVnY

McDonald's Japan has unveiled the Pokémon MEZASTAR Happy Set which will begin on March 4th, 2022 at participating locations. There are 5 different tags to collect.

Pokémon MEZASTAR Tags:

Pikachu & Arceus (ピカチュウ & アルセウス)
Pochama & Palkia (ポッチャマ & パルキア)
Hikozaru & Dialga (ヒコザル & ディアルガ)
Naetle & Giratina (ナエトル & ギラティナ)
Riolu & Darkrai (リオル & ダークライ)

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Happy Set - March 2022 - Pokémon MEZASTAR

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4Z5wgYlgnc

Hoopa has been added to Pokémon UNITE. This ranged supporter is available now and ready to astonish, trick, and confuse opponents into submission.

Make Merry Mischief with Hoopa in Pokémon UNITE

Astonish and confuse opponents in Pokémon UNITE with Hoopa, now available to join your team. This Pokémon is a strategically complex Ranged Supporter that, if played effectively, can help ally Pokémon heal and move efficiently around the battlefield—in addition to dealing damage with its delightfully ominous attacks. Hoopa has two forms—Hoopa Confined and Hoopa Unbound—and spends most of its time battling as Hoopa Confined, though there are opportunities to change into its powerful Hoopa Unbound form.

Hoopa’s basic attack becomes a boosted attack with every third attack, unleashing an astonishing beam of light that deals damage to opposing Pokémon. When Hoopa is unbound, it unleashes beams of light with every basic attack, dealing damage to up to two nearby opposing Pokémon.

Hoopa’s Ability—Magician—takes advantage of maps being divided into ally territory and enemy territory. Magician creates a hole beneath one of the Berries in the opposing team’s territory and warps the Berry to right in front of Hoopa. If the enemy territory has no available Berries but there is Aeos energy on the ground, then some energy is warped to Hoopa instead. If Magician fails to warp any Berries to Hoopa, the cooldown until Magician’s next use is reduced.

Hoopa’s Moves
At Lv. 1 and Lv. 3, Hoopa can learn Astonish and Confusion.

Astonish deals damage to opponents within a designated area of effect, leaving them unable to act for a short time.

When using Confusion, Hoopa unleashes a powerful telekinetic force in a designated direction, dealing damage to the first opposing Pokémon it hits. The telekinetic force clings to that Pokémon and then causes a delayed explosion, dealing damage to opposing Pokémon in the area of effect and decreasing their movement speed for a short time.

Confusion Upgrades
At Lv. 4, Hoopa can upgrade Confusion into one of two strategically interesting attacks that benefit Hoopa’s allies: Hyperspace Hole or Trick.

Hyperspace Hole is a complex attack during which Hoopa creates a large ring at a designated location, dealing damage to opposing Pokémon in the area of effect. Then, the move gets interesting. After a certain amount of time, Hoopa and any ally Pokémon within the area of effect will return to their base, and their movement speed will be increased for a short time. However, any ally Pokémon that Hoopa returns to their base must wait a short period before receiving the HP recovery they trigger by being in their base. These ally Pokémon also have the option of warping back to the location where the original large ring was created.

One of your team’s forward goal zones can also be designated as the location where the large ring is created. Creating the ring on the forward goal zone of the top path will also create a ring on the forward goal zone of the bottom path, and vice versa. All ally Pokémon, including Hoopa, can then use the rings to warp between the two goal zones, and their movement speed will be increased for a short time after warping. After an ally Pokémon warps, there’s a brief cooldown before that ally can use the rings again. If a path’s forward goal zone is destroyed, the middle goal zone on the same path will take its place. Hyperspace Hole can’t be used on base goal zones. Hyperspace Hole can be upgraded to increase the movement speed of ally Pokémon near the ring when they are heading toward it.

Trick is another attack that largely benefits ally Pokémon. When using Trick, Hoopa creates a link between itself and an ally Pokémon using a ring. This link increases both Pokémon’s movement speeds and grants them each a shield for a short time. When Hoopa uses Shadow Ball or performs a basic attack, the ring on the linked Pokémon also unleashes the same move or attack. Hoopa can also use Trick on itself, increasing its own movement speed and granting itself a shield for a short time. When Hoopa uses Trick on itself, it also increases the damage dealt by Shadow Ball. Trick can be upgraded to also restore the linked ally Pokémon’s HP when it deals damage to opposing Pokémon.

Astonish Upgrades
At Lv. 6, Hoopa can upgrade Astonish into one of two new moves: Phantom Force or Shadow Ball.

Phantom Force leverages Hoopa’s penchant for space-hopping by creating a ring underneath Hoopa that warps it to a designated Pokémon’s location, dealing damage to opposing Pokémon at that location and shoving them. Hoopa then fires off two sinister flames that deal damage to opposing Pokémon they hit and decrease their movement speed for a short time. Phantom Force can be used a second time within a set amount of time. On Phantom Force’s second use, Hoopa can return to the initial location it warped from. When Hoopa uses Phantom Force, if there is a nearby ally Pokémon that is linked by Trick, that ally can also warp to the initial ring’s location. The ally Pokémon that warps in this way will also recover some HP. Phantom Force can be upgraded to make Hoopa invincible for a short time after Phantom Force is used.

When using Shadow Ball, Hoopa ominously unleashes a shadowy blob in front of itself, dealing damage to opposing Pokémon it hits and decreasing their movement speed and Sp. Def for a short time. If Hoopa then hits the same unfortunate Pokémon with a move or boosted attack within a set amount of time, it deals additional damage to the Pokémon and leaves them unable to act for a short time. When Hoopa uses Shadow Ball, if there is a nearby ally Pokémon linked by Trick, Shadow Ball will also unleash a shadowy blob directed at the same target from that ally’s location. Shadow Ball can be upgraded so that the shadowy blob explodes before it disappears. Opposing Pokémon hit by the explosion suffer the same effects as being hit by the shadowy blob itself.

Hoopa’s Unite Move, Rings Unbound
Unleashing Hoopa’s full power, Rings Unbound transforms Hoopa into Hoopa Unbound for a short time. Hoopa Unbound increases Hoopa’s max HP and creates a ring at a designated location. Each ally Pokémon can warp to that location once only.

While Hoopa is unbound, its moves change to Hyperspace Fury and Psybeam. When using Hyperspace Fury, Hoopa unleashes a barrage of attacks in a designated area with its many arms, dealing damage to opposing Pokémon in the area of effect and leaving them unable to act for a short time. When attacking with Psybeam, Hoopa fires a peculiar ray in a horizontal sweeping motion in front of itself, dealing damage to opposing Pokémon caught in the attack’s path. While using Psybeam, Hoopa also becomes immune to hindrances. It’s important to note that while Hoopa is unbound, it cannot score goals or activate its Ability.

Hoopa is ready to wreak mischief and terror upon its opponents. Sneak over to the United Battle Committee shop to get Hoopa’s Unite license now.

Source: https://unite.pokemon.com/en-us/news/make-merry-mischief-with-hoopa-in-pokemon-unite/

YouTube Clip - Hoopa Character Spotlight | Pokémon UNITE

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CqTi3LgVkAw

From February 24 to April 11, 2022, Pokémon UNITE will be giving out special log-in bonuses and a thrilling new type of quick battle: full-fury battles.

Pokémon UNITE Goes Full-Fury for Pokémon Day

Pokémon Day happens just once a year on February 27, but fortunately, Pokémon UNITE’s Pokémon Day event will be celebrating your love of Pokémon for over two weeks! From February 24 to April 11, 2022, Pokémon UNITE will be upping its game with special log-in bonuses and a thrilling new type of quick battle—full-fury battles.

Battle to the max in these new full-fury battles, available on Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays throughout the Pokémon Day event and beyond. Full-fury battles offer shorter waiting times before diving into the heat of battle, and the battles themselves are flashier, with moves being easier to string together than ever before. These fast, frenzied battles feature shorter cooldowns, shorter recovery times after being knocked out, increased Aeos energy from knocking out opposing Pokémon, and much more. This is also the perfect opportunity to battle using Pokémon you haven’t tried yet, because on special days throughout the event, all Pokémon will be available to play at no cost in all battles except ranked matches.

Look your best while battling by receiving Trainer fashion items just for logging in to Pokémon UNITE during the Pokémon Day event. The first day you log in during the event, your Trainer can receive a T-shirt featuring a Pokémon Day logo, and on the second day you log in during the event, your Trainer can receive a matching cap to go with it.

Source: https://unite.pokemon.com/en-us/news/pokemon-unite-goes-full-fury-for-pokemon-day/

YouTube Clip - Pokémon UNITE Goes Full-Fury for Pokémon Day!

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vR6D-fnRB40

The Villain Event: Spreading Shadows has returned! Collect Mewtwo Crystals and power up Giovanni & Mewtwo! Also, you can collect Event Vouchers K and exchange them for items such as Kanto 5★ Scout Tickets and tech move candy coins! The event will be available from February 20th, 2022 at 10:00 p.m. to March 6th, 2022 at 9:59 p.m.

Starting today at 06:00 UTC: For 10 days, scout 10 sync pairs per day at no cost! 5★ May (Anniversary 2022) & Latias debut in the sync pair scout February 28 at 06:00 UTC!️ Victory Road available February 24!

YouTube Clip - Scout 10 Sync Pairs per Day for 10 Days! | Pokémon Masters EX

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=14AbMKB58iI

Villain Event Spreading Shadows

Villain Event Spreading Shadows is back! You can collect Mewtwo Crystals to give Giovanni & Mewtwo a power boost!

Date/Time

February 20, 2022 at 10:00 p.m. - March 6, 2022 at 9:59 p.m.

Giovanni & Mewtwo Power Boost

You can collect Mewtwo Crystals during this event and exchange them for items to give Giovanni & Mewtwo a power boost! After Giovanni & Mewtwo have received this power boost, Mewtwo will Mega Evolve after using its Sync Move. Once Mewtwo has Mega Evolved, its stats will be raised and Confusion will change to Psystrike.

Note: If you have not teamed up with Giovanni & Mewtwo, you will be unable to use Mewtwo Crystals to give Giovanni & Mewtwo this power boost.
Note: The power boost cannot be undone once completed.
Note: If you have already given Giovanni & Mewtwo a power boost, attempting to give it a power boost from item exchange will earn you a 3★ Power-Up instead.

Strength Bonus

In the Villain Event Spreading Shadows, Sync Pairs with the specified region Theme will receive Attack, Defense, Sp. Atk, and Sp. Def bonuses.
Note: If multiple Themes apply to the same Sync Pair, the larger bonus will take effect. (These bonuses do not stack.)
Note: This event does not feature any lineup bonuses.

Event Medals

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

Exchanging Items

Item exchanges are currently available in conjunction with Villain Event Spreading Shadows. The Exchange Items menu has several useful items, such as Support Move Candy Coins and 5★-Guaranteed Scout Tickets.

Event Missions

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

Important

• This event’s story is the same as the previously held Villain Event Spreading Shadows. Note: You can claim the rewards even if you previously completed the Villain Event Spreading Shadows.
• 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 are reset every day. Reset Time: 10:00 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 K
  • Mewtwo Crystal
• To attempt missions, you must have completed Main Story Chapter 1: The More the Merrier (Normal) in single-player.
• If you have completed Main Story Chapter 1: The More the Merrier (Normal) in single-player during the mission period, you will have fulfilled the conditions for the missions leading up to it and can claim your rewards.
• All mission completion rewards must be claimed within three days of the mission period ending.
• The content is subject to change without notice.

Source: https://pokemonmasters-game.com/en-US/announcements/Event_4010_4W_4

Extreme Battle Event Giovanni’s Malice

Extreme Battle Event Giovanni’s Malice is back! You can take on the powerful Giovanni and Team Rocket in this Extreme Battle Event!

Date/Time

February 20, 2022 at 10:00 p.m. - March 6, 2022 at 9:59 p.m.

Strength Bonus

In Giovanni’s Malice, Sync Pairs with the specified region Theme will receive Attack, Defense, Sp. Atk, and Sp. Def bonuses.
Note: If multiple Themes apply to the same Sync Pair, the larger bonus will take effect. (These bonuses do not stack.)

Important

• This event is the same as the previously held Extreme Battle Event Giovanni’s Malice. Note: You can claim the rewards even if you previously completed the Extreme Battle Event Giovanni’s Malice.
• 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 time period and featured content are subject to change without notice.

Source: https://pokemonmasters-game.com/en-US/announcements/Event_4010_4W_5

Double Feature Spotlight Scout

Increased chance to scout Sygna Suit Erika and Sygna Suit Misty! Double Feature Spotlight Scout Under Way! Featuring 5★ Sygna Suit Erika & Leafeon and 5★ Sygna Suit Misty & Vaporeon! In this sync pair scout, you can use the daily discount for only 100 paid gems per scout up to 3 times per day.

You can also receive up to 15 Custom ★ Power-Ups for both 5★ Sygna Suit Erika & Leafeon and 5★ Sygna Suit Misty & Vaporeon depending on how many times you scout them using this sync pair scout!

Sync Pair Scout + Present!

Receive items as presents according to the number of times you obtain each of the featured Sync Pairs from this Sync Pair Scout!

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

Date/Time

February 20, 2022 at 10:00 p.m. - March 6, 2022 at 9:59 p.m.

Important

• The sync pairs featured in this sync pair scout may also appear in future sync pair scouts.
• Sync pairs other than the ones mentioned above may appear as well.
• You will not receive the presents if you obtain 5★ Sygna Suit Erika & Leafeon and 5★ Sygna Suit Misty & Vaporeon outside of the scout period.
• The applicable presents will be sent to you upon obtaining 5★ Sygna Suit Erika & Leafeon or 5★ Sygna Suit Misty & Vaporeon in this sync pair scout during the scout period.
• You will not receive any additional presents if you obtain 5★ Sygna Suit Erika & Leafeon and 5★ Sygna Suit Misty & Vaporeon from this sync pair scout more than the specified number of times during the scout period. Note: Presents will be sent to the Temp Storage tab of the Present Box.
• Please note that you cannot have two or more sync pairs that include Trainers with the same name in your team.
• Featured sync pairs have a higher chance of appearing than non-featured 5★ sync pairs.
• The number of times the daily discount (100 paid Gems per scout) can be used is reset each day. Reset Time: 10:00 p.m.
• To upgrade to 6★ EX, you must have completed Main Story Chapter 1: The More the Merrier (Normal) in single-player.
• 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_4010_4W_3

Kanto-only 5★-Select Scout ×11

Scout 11 Sync Pairs PLUS a 5★ sync pair of your choice in the Kanto-only 5★-Select Scout ×11. A one-time only Kanto-only 5★-Select Scout ×11 will be available during the time period below. This Sync Pair Scout includes only Kanto Sync Pairs and can be used for 2,000 Paid Gems. This special sync pair scout allows you to select a 5★ sync pair after scouting the initial 11.

Date/Time

February 20, 2022 at 10:00 p.m. - March 6, 2022 at 9:59 p.m.

Important

• This sync pair scout can only be utilized once during the scout period.
• The special 5★ sync pair can only be claimed for a limited time. It cannot be claimed after the scout period ends.
• Please note that you cannot have two or more sync pairs that include Trainers with the same name in your team.
• The pool of 5★ sync pairs available for selection in this sync pair scout is limited.
• To check the available sync pairs in this sync pair scout 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.
• This sync pair scout is available using paid gems only.
• The time period and featured content are subject to change without notice.

Source: https://pokemonmasters-game.com/en-US/announcements/BSearch_4010_4W_4

10-Pair Scout (Max 100 Pairs)

You can obtain a 10-Pair Scout Ticket every day for 10 days in the 10-Pair Scout (Max 100 Pairs)! The 10-Pair Scout (Max 100 Pairs) will be available during the time period below. During the time period below, we’ll be giving out 10-Pair Scout Tickets up to 10 times. You can use them in this sync pair scout to team up with a maximum of 100 sync pairs!

Note: This sync pair scout can be accessed via Shop > Ticket Scout.

Date/Time

February 20, 2022 at 10:00 p.m. - March 23, 2022 at 9:59 p.m.
10-Pair Scout Tickets
The 10-Pair Scout Tickets used exclusively for this sync pair scout will be given out as log-in bonuses during the time period below. Up to 10 log-in bonuses can be claimed during the time period.

Offer Date/Time

February 20, 2022 at 10:00 p.m. - March 16, 2022 at 9:59 p.m.

Important

• This sync pair scout is only available using 10-Pair Scout Tickets.
• When the sync pair scout period ends, leftover 10-Pair Scout Tickets will be converted into coins (10 coins per item) and sent to your Present Box.
• The 10-Pair Scout Ticket present period is different from the sync pair scout period.
• Please note that you cannot have two or more sync pairs that include Trainers with the same name in your team.
• To check the available sync pairs in this sync pair scout 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.
• 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 10 log-in bonuses can be claimed.
• Log-in bonuses are reset each day at 10:00 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 time period and featured content are subject to change without notice.

Source: https://pokemonmasters-game.com/en-US/announcements/BSearch_4010_4W_1

The Flying Pikachu Project continues in 2022 with a new project announced in Okinawa Prefecture. Pikachu wearing kariyushi shirt is back in Pokémon GO and new PokéLids will be installed throughout the prefecture in February and March 2022. Other events throughout the year have also been announced such as the Pikachu parade and POKEGÉNIC.

Flying Pikachu Project Launches New Initiative in Okinawa Prefecture

The Pokémon Company has announced a new initiative of the Flying Pikachu Project to promote the fun of travel. Welcome to Okinawa! Poké Gathering Chu (めんそーれ沖縄！ポケんちゅ集合チュウ) is an initiative which will be implemented with the cooperation of Okinawa Prefecture and the Okinawa Convention & Visitors Bureau (OCVB). It will include various events and initiatives in Okinawa Prefecture, including a live show in Chatan Town.

The Pikachu parade and POKEGÉNIC, where you can take pictures with various photogenic Pokémon decorations, are scheduled to be held for everyone's enjoyment.

Pikachu Jet BC2 enters service! Design unveiled!

Pikachu Jet BC 2, the second of the specially painted aircraft Pikachu Jet BC, will be in service at the end of May 2022. On the fuselage is an image of the sea, with the eye-catching feature of a Wailord drawn at almost its actual size. Not only is Pikachu flying in the sky, but also Shaymin and Koiking's will accompany you on your flight. Other Pokémon like Sunnygo are also depicted, so look for them when you see the Pikachu Jet BC2 in the sky.

Pikachu Parade

The Pikachu Parade will be held, with cute Pikachus marching to the rhythm.
Date: Saturday, May 7 and Sunday, May 8th, 2022
Location: Symbol Road in American Village, Chatan Town
Time: 13:00~ / 16:00~ (tentative)
Admission: Free

YouTube Clip - Project Pikachu Parade in Chatan - Pokémon Kids TV

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMastm3RMaU

Flying Pikachu Project Pikachu Live Show in Chatan

Pikachu and HY, a band from Uruma City, Okinawa Prefecture, who wrote the theme song for the Flying Pikachu Project, Sorairo (空色), will perform a live show, including that song and other songs.


Members of HY
HIDEYUKI SHINZATO (新里英之) (Vocals & Guitar)
SHUN NAKA (名嘉 俊) (Drums)
SHINSUKE KYODA (許田信介) (Base)
IZUMI NAKASONE (仲宗根泉) (Keyboard & Vocals)
Website: https://hy-road.net/

To participate in the event, you need to apply for the Pikachu Live Show in Chatan tour (paid tour) in advance.

Date: May 7th, 2022, May 8th, 2022
Location: Chatan Town, Chatan Park Baseball Stadium
Time: 19:30 - 20:15 (tentative)
How to enter: Apply in advance

To participate in the Pikachu Live Show in Chatan, you need to register in advance. Please note that you will not be able to participate if you arrive on the day of the show.

YouTube Clip - Project Pikachu Live Show in Chatan - Pokémon Kids TV

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1zVj8XPshQ

Flying Pikachu Project POKEGÉNIC in Chatan

Photogenic decorative locations featuring various Pokémon will be displayed in Chatan. Please look for them, take pictures, and share them with others. Try out different poses and enjoy taking photos. Please be aware of your surroundings when taking photos.


Location: Various places in American Village, Chatan Town

Initiatives in Miyakojima

Photogenic decorative locations will appear at Shimojijima Airport, where the Pikachu Jet will be in service, and Pokémon wrapped buses and Pokélids will also appear on Miyakojima.


The buses running from Shimojijima Airport to Miyakojima City are now decorated with Pokémon designs! Two designs will be available: one showing the sea where Sunnygo and Lovecus live, and the other showing Tamanta and Zenigame swimming gracefully.

POKEGÉNIC at Shimojijima Airport!
POKEGÉNIC, where you can take photogenic pictures with Pokémon, will be welcoming you at Shimojijima Airport. Look for the Pokémon at the airport and have fun taking pictures of them.

New Products:

Kumika (Vol. 2) クミカ（第二弾）
Release status: Scheduled for release in March 2022
Price: 280 yen (tax included)
Kumika is a paper craft that you can make and display! Collect and own these cards or send and share them as postcards. It is the perfect souvenir product to take home as a wonderful memory of Okinawa.


Pineapple Leaf Fiber Straws (パイナップル葉繊維ストロー)
Availability: On sale now Price: 350 yen (tax included) This straw is an environmentally friendly product made of 100% natural materials, including corn starch and the residue from extracting fibers from pineapple leaves that were left in the field after harvesting and were discarded.


SHIMA DENIM Pouch / Coaster
Availability: Scheduled for release in March 2022
Price: Pouch 4,000 yen / Coaster 1,000 yen (tax included)
This item (pouch / coaster) is made by upcycling bagasse, the dregs of pressed sugar cane. Pikachu is embroidered adorably on the bagasse denim fabric, which is light and has a unique luster.


Soft Caramels (生キャラメル)
Availability: Now on sale
Price: 680 yen each (tax included)
These caramels are made by the caramel specialty store Ma San Michel (マーサンミッシェル). Each of the five flavors has a different design, so enjoy them as they melt in your mouth.


Sanshin Set (Bingata style design) 三線セット（紅型風デザイン）
Availability: Now on sale Price: 39,600 yen (tax included)
The sanshin, a traditional Okinawan musical instrument, has been given a Bingata style design accented with a silhouette of Pikachu. It also comes with a cloth case for storage, a bachi, practice sheet music, and a CD, making it the perfect product for those who are just starting out with the sanshin.

Source: https://flying-pikachu.com/jp/