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The Pokémon Global Link website relaunched the on June 20th, 2012 with a fresh new look and a couple of new features. The Icy Cave was added and new furniture was also added to the catalog. The Pokémon Doll Catalogue was also added in the update. A listing of the new items is available on our Dream World furniture page. Below is the press release announcing the update to the site.
On the Pokémon Global Link's new Reports page, players can view and analyze previously unavailable Global Battle Union and Wi-Fi Competition information such as the most popular Pokémon used by top players. The Reports page will also track Ratings and Rankings for players all over the world who battle via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. And, in the page's Game Sync World Records section, players can view how countries around the world rank in different game stats, including top cycling locations, top healing locations, top battling locations, and more. The new My Page section will make it easier to track your own game's progress and statistics, including personal reports like Global Battle Union results, Global Trade Station trades, and more.
A brand-new area in the Pokémon Dream World has also arrived. Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version video game players can now tuck in their favorite Pokémon and explore the new Icy Cave area. In the Icy Cave, players can meet Ice-type Pokémon such as Sneasel, Spheal, and Swinub, and bring them back into their copy of Pokémon Black Version or Pokémon White Version. Also new to the Pokémon Dream World, players have more control over which Island of Dreams area they visit, based on the type of Pokémon they have tucked in. For instance, players can give themselves a better chance at arriving in the new Icy Cave area by tucking in an Ice-type Pokémon.
When the Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 video games launch this fall, only players of the new titles will be able to meet Unova region Pokémon in the Pokémon Dream World and bring them back into their copy of the game. More Pokémon Global Link features for the Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 games will be announced later this year.
To celebrate the relaunch of the Pokémon Global Link, Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Versionplayers can receive a Porygon for their game and other special Porygon-themed items via the Pokémon Global Link beginning July 12th! Specific details on how to participate will be announced on www.pokemon.com when this special promotion kicks off.
To participate in the promotion, players must have a free Pokémon Trainer Club account, a Nintendo 3DS or a Nintendo DS system, and a copy of the Pokémon Black Version or Pokémon White Version video game with its Game Sync ID registered at the Pokémon Global Link website.
Press Release
The Pokémon Company International relaunched the Pokémon Global Link website, delivering a fresh look and exciting new features for Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version video game players to explore this summer. The updated website includes new player data in its Reports and My Page sections, plus a brand-new area to visit in the Pokémon Dream World. The Global Trade Station has also launched at the site, allowing players to observe Pokémon trades happening around the world.On the Pokémon Global Link's new Reports page, players can view and analyze previously unavailable Global Battle Union and Wi-Fi Competition information such as the most popular Pokémon used by top players. The Reports page will also track Ratings and Rankings for players all over the world who battle via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. And, in the page's Game Sync World Records section, players can view how countries around the world rank in different game stats, including top cycling locations, top healing locations, top battling locations, and more. The new My Page section will make it easier to track your own game's progress and statistics, including personal reports like Global Battle Union results, Global Trade Station trades, and more.
A brand-new area in the Pokémon Dream World has also arrived. Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version video game players can now tuck in their favorite Pokémon and explore the new Icy Cave area. In the Icy Cave, players can meet Ice-type Pokémon such as Sneasel, Spheal, and Swinub, and bring them back into their copy of Pokémon Black Version or Pokémon White Version. Also new to the Pokémon Dream World, players have more control over which Island of Dreams area they visit, based on the type of Pokémon they have tucked in. For instance, players can give themselves a better chance at arriving in the new Icy Cave area by tucking in an Ice-type Pokémon.
When the Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 video games launch this fall, only players of the new titles will be able to meet Unova region Pokémon in the Pokémon Dream World and bring them back into their copy of the game. More Pokémon Global Link features for the Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 games will be announced later this year.
To celebrate the relaunch of the Pokémon Global Link, Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Versionplayers can receive a Porygon for their game and other special Porygon-themed items via the Pokémon Global Link beginning July 12th! Specific details on how to participate will be announced on www.pokemon.com when this special promotion kicks off.
To participate in the promotion, players must have a free Pokémon Trainer Club account, a Nintendo 3DS or a Nintendo DS system, and a copy of the Pokémon Black Version or Pokémon White Version video game with its Game Sync ID registered at the Pokémon Global Link website.
Full details about the TCG and VG National Championships has been announced by the official Pokémon website. The U.S. National Championships will be held at the Indiana Convention Center (100 South Capitol Avenue, 46225-1071) in Indianapolis, Indiana, from Friday, June 29th, through Sunday, July 1st with preregistration taking place on Thursday, June 28th. The Canada National Championships will be held on Canada Day (July 1st, 2012) at the Doubletree by Hilton Toronto Airport in Toronto, Ontario. Below are the full details for the events.
To find out if you have earned enough Play! Points to participate in the 2012 Pokémon TCG U.S. National Championships, please log in to your Pokémon Trainer Club account, then visit the tournament details page.
Events at the Indiana Convention Center will begin on Friday, June 29th, at 9:00 A.M., with a variety of tournaments and league play going all day in addition to the U.S. National Championships.
The U.S. National Championships will take place on three consecutive days, with each day’s activities outlined below.
Events at the Indiana Convention Center will begin on Friday, June 29th, at 9:00 A.M., with a variety of side tournaments and league play going all day in addition to the start of U.S. TCG National Championships. Video game competitors also have the option to preregister for the U.S. National Championships Friday evening from 4:00 P.M.–6:00 P.M. The U.S. Video Game National Championships will start the following day on Saturday, June 30th, and will conclude on Sunday, July 1st.
U.S. TCG National Championships Registration and Competition Times
Players who wish to compete in a Pokémon VGC event, like the U.S. National Championships, must adhere to the Tournament Rules. When you show up at a Pokémon Video Game tournament, there are some things you must have with you. We’ve provided this handy checklist so that you can show up to the event prepared!
Bellevue, WA - June 21, 2012 - With the 2012 Summer Olympics rapidly approaching, thousands of Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) and video game players will compete for a chance to represent the U.S. in another world-class event this August. The 2012 Pokémon U.S. National Championships takes place June 29th- July 1st in Indianapolis, Indiana with invitations to the 2012 Pokémon World Championships in Hawaii on the line. At the Pokémon World Championships, top U.S. players will be representing the red, white, and blue against some of the best Pokémon TCG and video game players from over 25 countries, including Japan, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Germany, and Spain.
Like their Pokémon TCG playing counterparts, this is the first year The Pokémon Company International has opened competition at the U.S. National Championships to all U.S. Pokémon video game players in good standing. They will be joining video game competitors who earned top finishes at the 2011 Pokémon Autumn Regionals and 2012 Pokémon Spring Regionals. These top players from regional events across the country have already earned Travel Awards to Indianapolis and first round byes at the U.S. National Championships.
The national competition, being held at the Indiana Convention Center, is expected to draw the largest attendance of Pokémon players, family, friends, and fans of any Play! Pokémon competitive event this year.
Sources: http://www.pokemon.com/us/content/2012_canada_vg_nationals_faq, http://www.pokemon.com/us/play-pokemon/championship-series/vg-national-championships/ and http://www.pokemon.com/us/play-pokemon/championship-series/tcg-national-championships/
United States TCG National Championships
The Pokémon National Championships are the penultimate event on your way to the Pokémon World Championships. Winners can earn invitations and Travel Awards to the Pokémon World Championships in Waikoloa, Hawaii, as well as big points to top off their Championship Points!To find out if you have earned enough Play! Points to participate in the 2012 Pokémon TCG U.S. National Championships, please log in to your Pokémon Trainer Club account, then visit the tournament details page.
Events at the Indiana Convention Center will begin on Friday, June 29th, at 9:00 A.M., with a variety of tournaments and league play going all day in addition to the U.S. National Championships.
The U.S. National Championships will take place on three consecutive days, with each day’s activities outlined below.
- Thursday, June 28th - Onsite preregistration for all players will take place 4:00 P.M.–6:00 P.M. outside of Exhibit Hall I
- Friday, June 29th - Open registration 8:00 A.M.–8:30 A.M. - We will complete approximately half of the total Swiss rounds, based on total attendance. Unregistered players not in line for final registration by 8:30 A.M. may not be entered into the tournament. All players must be in their assigned seats with completed deck lists by 9:30 A.M. for the start of the players’ meeting. Players not seated at this time risk being dropped from the tournament.
- Saturday, June 30th - Remaining Swiss rounds will be completed. Players not in their seats by 9:00 A.M. will receive a game loss for that round and be dropped from the event if they have not reported by the end of that round. Single Elimination Finals played down to Top 16
- Sunday, July 1st - Remaining single elimination rounds (Top 16) for all age groups. Players must be checked in and ready to play by 8:30 A.M., or they will forfeit their first game. Players not in their seats by 8:40 A.M. will forfeit their second game, and thereby, the match
United States VG National Championships
Players from across the United States will gather in Indianapolis for the 2012 U.S. National Championships this June. Pack your bags and join the best from across North America to compete for an invitation and Travel Award to the World Championships in Waikoloa, Hawaii, this August!Events at the Indiana Convention Center will begin on Friday, June 29th, at 9:00 A.M., with a variety of side tournaments and league play going all day in addition to the start of U.S. TCG National Championships. Video game competitors also have the option to preregister for the U.S. National Championships Friday evening from 4:00 P.M.–6:00 P.M. The U.S. Video Game National Championships will start the following day on Saturday, June 30th, and will conclude on Sunday, July 1st.
U.S. TCG National Championships Registration and Competition Times
- Friday, June 29th—Competitor Preregistration All Divisions: 4:00 P.M.–6:00 P.M.
- Saturday, June 30th—Competitor General Registration - Masters: 8:00 A.M.– 8:30 A.M. - Junior/Senior: 2:00 P.M.–2:30 P.M.
- Saturday, June 30th—Player Meeting - Masters: 9:00 A.M. - Junior/Senior: 3:00 P.M.
Players who wish to compete in a Pokémon VGC event, like the U.S. National Championships, must adhere to the Tournament Rules. When you show up at a Pokémon Video Game tournament, there are some things you must have with you. We’ve provided this handy checklist so that you can show up to the event prepared!
- A copy of Pokémon Black Version or Pokémon White Version for the Nintendo 3DS or Nintendo DS system - Players at United States events may only use North American versions
- A Nintendo 3DS or Nintendo DS system - Players are strongly encouraged to bring a charger for their systems, as tournament staff will not have chargers available for loan
- A team of legal Pokémon per the Tournament Rules
- Should a player’s eligibility to participate in an age division be questioned, proof of age may be requested. Failure to provide proof of age may result in the player being denied participation in the tournament, at the organizer’s discretion
2012 Pokémon Video Game Canada National Championships Details
Players from across the Canada will gather in Toronto for the 2012 Canada National Championships in June. Pack your bags and join the best from across the country to compete for an invitation and Travel Award to the World Championships in Waikoloa, Hawaii, in August! The Canada National Championships are being held on Sunday, July 1, 2012 at the Doubletree by Hilton Toronto Airport in Toronto, Ontario. All Players must begin registration at 10:00 A.M and players not in line by 10:30 A.M. will be treated as late.Press Release
Fans and Players Gather for Largest Competitive Pokémon Event of the YearBellevue, WA - June 21, 2012 - With the 2012 Summer Olympics rapidly approaching, thousands of Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) and video game players will compete for a chance to represent the U.S. in another world-class event this August. The 2012 Pokémon U.S. National Championships takes place June 29th- July 1st in Indianapolis, Indiana with invitations to the 2012 Pokémon World Championships in Hawaii on the line. At the Pokémon World Championships, top U.S. players will be representing the red, white, and blue against some of the best Pokémon TCG and video game players from over 25 countries, including Japan, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Germany, and Spain.
Like their Pokémon TCG playing counterparts, this is the first year The Pokémon Company International has opened competition at the U.S. National Championships to all U.S. Pokémon video game players in good standing. They will be joining video game competitors who earned top finishes at the 2011 Pokémon Autumn Regionals and 2012 Pokémon Spring Regionals. These top players from regional events across the country have already earned Travel Awards to Indianapolis and first round byes at the U.S. National Championships.
The national competition, being held at the Indiana Convention Center, is expected to draw the largest attendance of Pokémon players, family, friends, and fans of any Play! Pokémon competitive event this year.
Sources: http://www.pokemon.com/us/content/2012_canada_vg_nationals_faq, http://www.pokemon.com/us/play-pokemon/championship-series/vg-national-championships/ and http://www.pokemon.com/us/play-pokemon/championship-series/tcg-national-championships/
Jun 15 2012
Keldeo C-Gear / Movie Event Keldeo Details
To celebrate the launch of Pocket Monsters Black 2 and White 2, a Resolution Form Keldeo C-Gear skin will be made available to all players of the Japanese version of Black 2 and White 2. A standard form Keldeo C-Gear skin will also be made available for players of Pocket Monsters Black and White. No password is required to unlock either C-Gear skin. Both C-Gear skins will be available in Japan from June 23rd, 2012 until September 25th, 2012.
Our C-Gear page for Pocket Monsters Black and White has been updated. A new C-Gear page for Pocket Monsters Black 2 White 2 has been created and will be updated as new skins are announced.
The details of Keldeo are as follows:
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/keldeo/
Our C-Gear page for Pocket Monsters Black and White has been updated. A new C-Gear page for Pocket Monsters Black 2 White 2 has been created and will be updated as new skins are announced.
Movie Event Keldeo Details
As previously announced, players of Pocket Monsters Black 2 and White 2 and Pocket Monsters Black and White that pre-order tickets for this summers Pocket Monster Movie 15 - Kyurem VS the Sacred Swordsman Keldeo (キュレムVS聖剣士ケルディオ) can receive a special Keldeo event Pokémon.The details of Keldeo are as follows:
| Pokémon | Info |
|---|---|
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Level: 15 |
| OT: Shokotan (しょこたん) | |
| Poké ball: Cherish Ball | |
| Ribbon: Wish Ribbon | |
| Ability: Justified | |
| Held Item: PP Max | |
| Attack 1: Aqua Jet | |
| Attack 2: Leer | |
| Attack 3: Double Kick | |
| Attack 4: BubbleBeam |
Keldeo Usual Form / Resolution Form
The official Japanese website has now released more details about Keldeo. Keldeo can change into a new form called its Resolution Form (かくごのすがた) only when it knows the move Secret Sword. When that move is replaced, Keldeo will revert back to its Usual form (いつものすがた).| Usual Form | Resolution Form |
|---|---|
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Black 2 White 2 Secret Sword Event
In B2W2, a special event will occur in the forest by the second town, Sanagi Town, resulting in Keldeo learning the special move Secret Sword. Immediately after learning the move, Keldeo will transform into its Resolution Form. Keldeo will be able to re-learn Secret Sword by doing this event again. You will not be able to trade a Resolution Form Keldeo to Black and White. If you wish to trade Keldeo to one of these games, you must revert it to its Usual Form by forgetting Secret Sword. To make Keldeo learn Secret Sword in Black and White, put Cobalon, Terrakion and Virizion on your team and head to the Moor of Sekka! However, this will not make Keldeo change to its Resolution Form.
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/keldeo/
Jun 15 2012
Sing Pochama / Kanto Starters / Meloetta Events
From July 14th, 2012 until September 30th, 2012 players of Pocket Monsters Black and White as well as Pocket Monsters Black 2 and White 2 will be able to receive a Meloetta when they visit participating theaters that are showing the 15th Pocket Monsters movie short Meloetta's Sparkling Recital (メロエッタのキラキラリサイタル).
Meloetta can learn the special move Relic Song which allows it to transform from its Aria Forme into its Pirouette Forme while in battle. The move can be learned in Pocket Monsters Black, White, Black 2 and White 2 when players take Meloetta to a cafe in Hiun City where it will remember some past events and will start singing again.
Meloetta is level 15, has the OT 'Movie Theater' (えいがかん), has the Ability Serene Grace, has the item PP Max and is in a Cherish Ball. It knows the moves Quick Attack, Confusion and Round.
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/meloetta/
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Hitokage: False Swipe, Block, Blast Burn, Acrobatics
Zenigame: False Swipe, Block, Hydro Cannon and Follow Me
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/atsumeyou/
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2012/06/120615_g01.html
Meloetta can learn the special move Relic Song which allows it to transform from its Aria Forme into its Pirouette Forme while in battle. The move can be learned in Pocket Monsters Black, White, Black 2 and White 2 when players take Meloetta to a cafe in Hiun City where it will remember some past events and will start singing again.
Meloetta is level 15, has the OT 'Movie Theater' (えいがかん), has the Ability Serene Grace, has the item PP Max and is in a Cherish Ball. It knows the moves Quick Attack, Confusion and Round.
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/meloetta/
Info on Meloetta Event Shown During BW85/86 1-Hour Special
At the end of the BW85/86 special shown on June 14th, 2012, a segment featuring the Meloetta event was shown. The video showed it battling and using Relic Song to change formes.
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Kanto Starters
For players of Pocket Monsters Black 2 and White 2, from June 23rd, 2012 until September 30th, 2012 special stickers of Pikachu, Fushigidane, Hitokage and Zenigame will be available with various Pokémon merchandise in Japan. Once players have collected a full set of stickers, they can take them to a participating store to receive a random egg of one of the Kanto starters. Players can get another egg if they collect another set of stickers but will still receive a random egg. The actual event egg distribution will take place from September 1st, 2012 until September 30th, 2012, so players will have plenty of time to collect the required stickers from the merchandise.
Moves the Kanto Starters Know:
Fushigidane: False Swipe, Block, Frenzy Plant and Weather BallHitokage: False Swipe, Block, Blast Burn, Acrobatics
Zenigame: False Swipe, Block, Hydro Cannon and Follow Me
Product List that will have the Stickers
- Daichi Pan - Pokémon Pan (第一屋製パン ポケモンパン)
- Bandai - Pocket Monsters Best Wishes - Black Kyurem/White Kyurem
(ポケモンキッズベストウィッシュ ～ブラックキュレム・ホワイトキュレム編～) - Takara Tomy - Hyper-sized Monster Collection - Black Kyurem, White Kyurem, Kyurem, Zekrom and Reshiram
(モンスターコレクションハイパーサイズ, ブラックキュレム, ホワイトキュレム, キュレム, ゼクロム, レシラム) - Takara Tomy - Pokémon Action Figure Series - Black Kyurem, White Kyurem
(ポケモンアクションフィギュアシリーズ ブラックキュレム, ホワイトキュレム) - Takara Tomy - Talking Friend Series - Pikachu, Keldeo, Meloetta, Pochama
(おしゃべりフレンドシリーズ ピカチュウ, ケルディオ, メロエッタ, ポッチャマ) - Showa-Note - Pokémon BW enamel pen case, desk pad, seal, clear underlay, pencil set, eraser, hexagonal eraser, and Seal sticker page
(ポケモン BW エナメルペンケース, シール, ホログラムクリア下敷き, ホログラムフリーノート, 鉛筆セット, 平べったい消しゴム, 六角消しゴム, シールつきおりがみ) - Skater - Stainless steel bottle and Plastic bottle cover
(ダイレクトステンレスボトル, ペットボトルカバー) - Ensky - Big Sticker Collection, KeshiPoké Vol 4, 150 piece mini puzzle
(ビッグステッカーコレクション, けしポケ第4弾, ミニパズル150ピース) - Mori Games - Smart Pouch - Black Kyurem/White Kyurem, Pikachu, Pikachu Card Pocket 6, TUP Cover Pikachu L/S, Film Character Pikachu Clear / Yellow
(スマートポーチ - ブラックキュレム/ホワイトキュレム, ピカチュウポーチ, カードポケット6 ピカチュウ, TUPカバー ピカチュウL/S, キャラフィルムピカチュウ クリア/イエロー) - Jupiter - Hard cover for Nintendo 3DS, Extend! Mascot Touch Pen for Nintendo 3DS, Mascot Touch Pen for Nintendo 3DS
(ハードカバー forニンテンドー3DS, 着せかえハードカバー forニンテンドー3DS, 伸びる！マスコットタッチペンプラス forニンテンドー3DS, マスコットタッチペン forニンテンドー3DS) - Hori - LCD Filter + Seal Set 3DS BK and WK, Card Case 6+ Seal set 3DS BK, Card Case 6+ Seal Set 3DS WK, TPU Cover Best Wishes (A B), Silicon Covers Black Kyurem and White Kyurem
(液晶フィルター＋シールセット3DS BK・WK, 液晶フィルター＋シールセット3DS BK, カードケース6＋シールセット3DS BK, カードケース6＋シールセット3DS WK, カードケース6＋シールセット3DS BW, TPUカバー ベストウィッシュ 2種（A・B）, シリコンカバー 2種 ブラックキュレム・ホワイトキュレム) - Four Seeds - Pokémon Basket, Pokémon Set
(ポケモンバスケット, ポケモンセット) - Tomy - Tretta Action Case
(アクショントレッタケース) - Pokémon Card Game BW Black Kyurem White Kyurem Commemorative set released in theaters
(ポケモンカードゲームBW 劇場公開記念 ブラックキュレム・ホワイトキュレムセットなど)
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/atsumeyou/
Sing Pochama
A Pochama with the move Sing will be distributed to players of Pocket Monsters Black 2 and White 2 via the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection from July 20th, 2012 until August 9th, 2012. The Pochama is Level 15, its OT is Recital (リサイタル), has the Ability Torrent, is holding a Metronome, it has a Classic Ribbon and is held in a Cherish Ball. It knows the moves: Sing , Round, Feather Dance and Peck.
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2012/06/120615_g01.html
A Pokémon Battle Marathon will air on Cartoon Network in the United States on Saturday June 16th, 2012 from 11:00am until 3:00pm. Eight episodes of the latest series will air in addition to the new Rival Destinies episode Baffling the Bouffalant! which airs earlier in the morning at 8:30am. Below is the list of episodes that will air and at what time.
The commercial on Cartoon Network to advertise the 4-hour Pokémon Battle Marathon did have an error though as Emonga's voice was used for Pikachu. We've added the error to our episode notes. Below is the commercial.
Source: http://www.cartoonnetwork.com/schedule/index.html?atclk_gn=gn_link_tvschedule
| Time | Series | Episode |
|---|---|---|
| 11:00am | Black and White | Battle Club And Tepig's Choice! |
| 11:30am | Black and White | A Rival Battle for Club Champ! |
| 12:00pm | Black and White | A Connoisseurer's Revenge! |
| 12:30pm | Black and White | Battling For The Love of Bug-Types! |
| 1:00pm | Black and White | Oshawott's Lost Scalchop! |
| 1:30pm | Black and White | Club Battle Finale: A Hero's Outcome! |
| 2:00pm | Rival Destinies | Enter Elesa, Electrifying Gym Leader! |
| 2:30pm | Rival Destinies | Dazzling the Nimbasa Gym! |
The commercial on Cartoon Network to advertise the 4-hour Pokémon Battle Marathon did have an error though as Emonga's voice was used for Pikachu. We've added the error to our episode notes. Below is the commercial.
Source: http://www.cartoonnetwork.com/schedule/index.html?atclk_gn=gn_link_tvschedule
The official Korean website has announced that Bolteuroseu (볼트로스) and Toneroseu (토네로스) will be distributed via the Korean Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection from May 14th, 2012 @ 10:00 until July 5th, 2012 @ 23:59. Like the Japanese distribution, the Pokémon are being distributed to promote the two anime episodes Tornelos VS Voltolos VS Landlos! that air on Tooniverse May 24th, 2012. Players of Pokémon Black can receive Bolteuroseu while players of Pokémon White can receive Toneroseu.
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Bolteuroseu (볼트로스) is level 70, is holding a Revival Herb and knows: Thunder, Hammer Arm, Focus Blast and Wild Charge while Toneroseu (토네로스) is also level 70, is holding a Revival Herb and knows: Hurricane, Hammer Arm, Air Slash and Hidden Power.
Source: http://pokemonkorea.co.kr/html/event/event_Off_view.asp?IDX=215
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Bolteuroseu (볼트로스) is level 70, is holding a Revival Herb and knows: Thunder, Hammer Arm, Focus Blast and Wild Charge while Toneroseu (토네로스) is also level 70, is holding a Revival Herb and knows: Hurricane, Hammer Arm, Air Slash and Hidden Power.
Source: http://pokemonkorea.co.kr/html/event/event_Off_view.asp?IDX=215
May 09 2012
Pikachu Distribution in Singapore
Maxsoft, the official distributor of Nintendo in South East Asia and the Middle East has announced that they will be distributing the Powerful Pikachu event from May 11th, 2012 until May 20th, 2012 at Isetan Scotts, Level 4 in Singapore. The Pikachu distribution is part of the Pokémon Pika Pika Carnival taking place there. The Pikachu appears to be the same one that was distributed in Japan last month for the Tohoku Pokémon Center Pikachu Festival. Thunder, Volt Tackle, Grass Knot and Quick Attack and it is holding a Light Ball. The distribution is open to players of the English and Japanese versions of Pokémon Black and White.
The Pokémon Pika Pika Carnival will have limited Pokémon merchandise for sale including a Kyurem Pencil case, a Pikachu soft toy and a Reshiham/Zekrom water bottle. Visitors can also play Singapore's first Motion sensor game for $5 a play. A Pikachu will also be at the fair May 12th, 13th, 19th and 20th at 1pm, 3pm and 5pm for a photo session to allow people to take pictures with it.
Source: http://www.maxsoftonline.com/Events.html and https://www.facebook.com/maxsoftonline
The Pokémon Pika Pika Carnival will have limited Pokémon merchandise for sale including a Kyurem Pencil case, a Pikachu soft toy and a Reshiham/Zekrom water bottle. Visitors can also play Singapore's first Motion sensor game for $5 a play. A Pikachu will also be at the fair May 12th, 13th, 19th and 20th at 1pm, 3pm and 5pm for a photo session to allow people to take pictures with it.
Source: http://www.maxsoftonline.com/Events.html and https://www.facebook.com/maxsoftonline
During the service update the following will be unavailable:
- All Pokémon Global Link Services
- Pokémon Black and White will not be able to sync online
- Random Wi-Fi matches in Pokémon Black and White will not be available
The announcement has indicated that when the service reopens, the Pokémon Dream World accessibility cut-off time will be reduced from from 24 hours to 20 hours. C-Gears skins will be available in Pokémon Black 2 and White 2. There will be new Pokémon for the Dream Isles as well as new decorations for players houses and there will be new areas. One new area that has been announced is the Cool Hole (ひんやり穴).
A new feature to keep track of players Global Battle Union matches and tournament rankings will be available. The Global Trade Station will see improvements as well and will allow players to see their trade history. There is also a promotion that will unlock something for players that register a Pokémon Black and White game and a Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 game.
Source: http://ja.pokemon-gl.com/renewal2012/
Official English News Announcement
Discover cool new features with the relaunch of the Pokémon Global Link!
Get ready for even more fun at the Pokémon Global Link! The site is about to undergo a huge update, which will include some new features and a better experience for visitors!
During this update, the Pokémon Global Link website will undergo a maintenance period and will be inaccessible. For the duration of the maintenance period, all Pokémon Global Link services will be unavailable, including Game Sync and Random Matchup Rating Mode battles in Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version.
One important change to the Pokémon Dream World you should really know about: Berries you’ve collected won’t stay in your Treasure Chest forever! If you don’t visit the Pokémon Dream World for a long time, after 100 days the Tree of Dreams will begin to absorb your Berries and convert them into Dream Points. One of each kind of Berry you own will remain in your Treasure Chest, however. The 100-day countdown begins before the Pokémon Global Link goes into its maintenance period, so be sure to log into your account when the updated site goes live if you want to keep all your Berries!
The maintenance period will begin at 3:00 A.M. ET, Tuesday, June 5th, and run through Thursday, June 21st*. During that time, all features of the Pokémon Global Link (and related Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection features) will be unavailable. Additionally, you will not be able to wake up any Pokémon you’ve tucked in during the maintenance period.
Please be sure to wake up any Pokémon you’ve tucked in before the maintenance period begins!
Source: http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/pgl_maintenance_2012-2012-05-01/
The official Japanese Pokémon website has announced that there will be a distribution of four Pokémon as part of the Powerful Tag Pokémon (強力タッグポケモン) campaign at the Pokémon Centers. From May 7th, 2012 until May 31st, 2012, players of the Japanese version of Pokémon Black and White can receive Kyukon (キュウコン) and Chandela (シャンデラ). From June 1st, 2012 until June 22nd, 2012 players can also receive Lucario (ルカリオ) and Elphoon (エルフーン). Below are the full details for each Pokémon.
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Sources: http://www.4gamer.net/games/104/G010490/20120427038/ and http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2012/04/120427_p01.html
Kyukon (キュウコン)
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| Pokémon | Info |
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Level: 50 |
| OT: PC | |
| Poké ball: Cherish Ball | |
| Ribbon: Classic Ribbon | |
| Ability: Drought | |
| Held Item: Chesto Berry | |
| Attack 1: Heat Wave | |
| Attack 2: SolarBeam | |
| Attack 3: Psyshock | |
| Attack 4: Will-o-wisp |
Chandela (シャンデラ)
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| Pokémon | Info |
|---|---|
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Level: 50 |
| OT: PC | |
| Poké ball: Cherish Ball | |
| Ribbon: Classic Ribbon | |
| Ability: Flash Fire | |
| Held Item: Pecha Berry | |
| Attack 1: Heat Wave | |
| Attack 2: Shadow Ball | |
| Attack 3: Energy Ball | |
| Attack 4: Psychic |
Lucario (ルカリオ)
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| Pokémon | Info |
|---|---|
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Level: 50 |
| OT: PC | |
| Poké ball: Cherish Ball | |
| Ribbon: Classic Ribbon | |
| Ability: Justified | |
| Held Item: Persim Berry | |
| Attack 1: Bullet Punch | |
| Attack 2: Close Combat | |
| Attack 3: Stone Edge | |
| Attack 4: Shadow Claw |
Elphoon (エルフーン)
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| Pokémon | Info |
|---|---|
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Level: 50 |
| OT: PC | |
| Poké ball: Cherish Ball | |
| Ribbon: Classic Ribbon | |
| Ability: Prankster | |
| Held Item: Cheri Berry | |
| Attack 1: Swagger | |
| Attack 2: Giga Drain | |
| Attack 3: Beat Up | |
| Attack 4: Helping Hand |
Sources: http://www.4gamer.net/games/104/G010490/20120427038/ and http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2012/04/120427_p01.html
The official Pokémon website announced that a Darkrai will be distributed to Pokémon Black and White players to celebrate the launch of the new Pokémon TCG expansion: Black & White - Dark Explorers. Details about the distribution will be announced when Pokemon.com/EX is updated on May 9th, 2012. Players can learn about the world of Darkrai, including highlights from the Mythical Pokémon’s history, plus, they can find out how to get Darkrai via a Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection distribution event, watch a Pokémon movie feature and take a look at its upcoming appearance in the new Pokémon TCG expansion. This elusive Darkrai comes equipped with a set of powerful attacks and a nightmarish Ability!
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Sources: http://pokemonkorea.co.kr/html/news/news_view.asp?N_IDX=595 and http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/ex_darkrai_site_coming_soon-2012-04-25/
Korean Alternate Colored Bulkamoseu
The official Korean Pokémon website announced that an alternate colored Bulkamoseu (불카모스) will be distributed in Seoul at the Korean World Championships elimination rounds on June 9th, 2012 and June 10th, 2012 via Infrared. The Bulkamoseu is a level 100 Male and it knows the following moves: Quiver Dance, Bug Buzz, Fiery Dance and Morning Sun. It will held in a Cherish Ball.
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Spanish, German and Italian Mewtwo
The official sites have announced that Mewtwo will be distributed on the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection from May 1st, 2012 until May 31st, 2012 for those countries. It was released earlier in the year for the English language games, Korea and France. Full details about this Mewtwo are available here.Sources: http://pokemonkorea.co.kr/html/news/news_view.asp?N_IDX=595 and http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/ex_darkrai_site_coming_soon-2012-04-25/
