Pokemon X & Y (3DS)

**Serra** · 2013-08-09 10:46

Still got questions -- does the stone get used up, are they going to be easy to acquire or is the one with Torchic going to be one of two, and will mega evolutions be worth the held item slot?

**Akiyama** · 2013-08-09 10:50

Yeah, them giving a free Torchic away is pretty badass. More of a reason to definitely pick this up on release.

As for if the stone gets used up.. I dunno. Maybe it'll be a perma-held item of sorts, and if you don't want to go Mega, you could just switch it out. I was thinking it may play like.. a Marvel vs Capcom 3-esque X-Factor sort of thing. Would certainly be interesting to see the kind of stat boosts you get.

**Serra** · 2013-08-09 17:10

It's definitely making me not want to wait for version Z.. but must... remain.. strong.. :@

**Scythiroth** · 2013-08-09 17:29

Originally Posted by Serra

It's definitely making me not want to wait for version Z.. but must... remain.. strong.. :@

After Black and White getting their own sequels, I'm not sure a Z would happen. =(

**Adajer** · 2013-08-09 18:14

Originally Posted by Scythiroth

After Black and White getting their own sequels, I'm not sure a Z would happen. =(

Since they are breaking the norm with the franchise, I am going to call it.

Pokemon Z will be on Wii U.

**Vaspinne** · 2013-08-09 20:54

Originally Posted by Adajer

Pokemon Z will be on Wii U.

**BadKarma** · 2013-08-10 09:06

**Qalbert** · 2013-08-10 12:43

**Akiyama** · 2013-08-10 16:42

Take my money pls.

**BadKarma** · 2013-08-10 19:40

I can see Kangaskan going Uber or at least OU due to Parental Bond, especially since it just one shot one of the tankiest pokemon in the game

**Serra** · 2013-08-11 21:22

Some more info:
http://kotaku.com/hey-look-there-are...mon-1104170497

One thing I'm interested in, when they talk about Mawille and Absol, they mention they're getting two stats bonuses (def/spdef and spd/atk). But with Ampharos, they don't mention stats, and only mention the type change. Now, maybe (most likely), it's only that there isn't enough information out, so it's pointless to bring this up. But maybe because it's gaining a new type, it doesn't gain the same boosts some of the others get. Also, I remember reading that Blaziken would be getting a speed boost in its mega form (although I can't find that article now, so maybe it's wrong), so I wonder if all its boosts will be going into speed, which could be amazing~

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**6souls** · 2013-08-11 21:25

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Mega Ampharos – When Ampharos Mega Evolves into Mega Ampharos, its head and tail are covered with white fur in this new, gallant appearance. When Ampharos undergoes Mega Evolution, it gains the Dragon type in addition to its original Electric type. When Mega Ampharos increases the amount of electrical energy within itself, the red orbs on its body and fur emit a strong light. It becomes and Electric / Dragon-type and has the ability “Mold Breaker.”
Mega Absol – The increased energy that courses through Absol’s body upon Mega Evolving makes its fur stand on end, giving it the appearance of wings. It has the ability “Magic Bounce.”
Mega Mawile – When Mawile undergoes Mega Evolution, its trademark huge mouth has multiplied, and now there are two great maws to contend with! It even seems that Mega Mawile is able to control each maw independently. It has the ability “Huge Power.”

And the press release that went along with the first Mega reveal;

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http://image.noelshack.com/fichiers/...60676-poke.jpg

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In what could be described as an Evolution beyond all Evolutions, Mega Evolution is a new, awe-inspiring transformation certain Pokémon can undergo during battle in the highly anticipated Pokémon X and Pokémon Y video games. Pokémon that Mega Evolve will tap into hidden reserves of strength and power that have never been realized in their regular Evolutions, giving players battling with a Mega-Evolved Pokémon a dominant advantage. Mega Evolutions will revolutionize Pokémon battles and usher in a new Pokémon transformation never before seen in the Pokémon world.

Pokémon like Mega Mewtwo and Mega Lucario will harness the power of Mega Evolution in battle and will see their looks change and stats increase, giving Trainers a great advantage against their opponents. Some Pokémon that Mega Evolve may even change their Ability or type while in battle. Only certain Pokémon, under certain conditions, can Mega Evolve, and unlike regular Evolution, Mega Evolution only occurs during battle--once the battle ends, the Mega-Evolved Pokémon will return to its usual state. One crucial element to undergoing Mega Evolution is a particular kind of item called a Mega Stone. Mega Stones are special stones that exist for all Pokémon that can Mega Evolve, each named after the Pokémon to which it grants power. For instance, the Lucarionite Mega Stone will help Lucario Mega Evolve. Mega Stones are hidden throughout the Kalos region, and players must find them to unlock the incredible power of Mega Evolution.

One Mega Stone, Blazikenite, will not be found during normal gameplay in Pokémon X or Pokémon Y. Players of the new titles will need to participate in a special limited-time Wi-Fi distribution event via Nintendo Network to get a Torchic holding a Blazikenite Mega Stone. This is how players can receive the Blazikenite Mega Stone when the new titles launch. The character distribution begins October 12th, the same day Pokémon X and Pokémon Y launches worldwide for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, and this distribution event will only last for a short period of time. Players will need to evolve the Torchic they receive via the distribution into Combusken and finally into Blaziken in order to harness the power of this Mega Stone and Mega Evolve Blaziken into Mega Blaziken.

The Torchic received in this distribution also has the Hidden Ability Speed Boost, a very powerful Ability that increases a Pokémon's Speed at the end of every turn. This limited-time character distribution event allows players to get a Torchic with Speed Boost, which becomes incredibly effective once they Mega Evolve Blaziken into Mega Blaziken.

Brand-New Method of Pokémon Training: Super Training!

Super Training is being introduced in Pokémon X and Pokémon Y, allowing players to help their Pokémon grow stronger when they're not in battle. On the Touch Screen of the Nintendo 3DS system, players can have their Pokémon participate in Super Training, activities that will increase a Pokémon's base stats, the underlying values that define its HP, Attack, Defense, Sp. Atk, Sp. Def, and Speed stats.

One Super Training activity involves having Pokémon train by facing huge Pokémon-shaped Balloon Bots in a virtual space, with both sides trying to shoot balls into the opponent's goal. Using the Circle Pad and Touch Screen to avoid shots from the Balloon Bots while landing their own in the goal, players will enjoy this action-packed feature while increasing their Pokémon's base stats to help them become stronger for battle.

For a more casual way to help Pokémon strengthen their base stats, Core Training lets players set up training bags, earned by completing Super-Training Regimens, for Pokémon in their party to use. Pokémon will work on Core Training by themselves, raising their stats on their own. By tapping on the Touch Screen during a Core Training session, players can help their Pokémon increase their base stats, too. Players will be able to see how their Pokémon are doing at their Core Training at any time from the main Super Training screen.

More never-before-seen Pokémon that players will encounter in the Kalos region have been announced

• By emitting radio waves from its antenna-shaped whiskers, new Electric- and Fairy-type Pokémon Dedenne can communicate with far-off allies. It can also plug its tail into outlets to drain electricity from them. Its Ability,Cheek Pouch, is new to Pokémon X and Pokémon Y. If a Pokémon with this Ability eats a Berry during battle, it will not only reap the benefit from the Berry, but the Pokémon will also be able to regain HP. Dedenne can learn the new Electric-type move Nuzzle, which looks cute as the user nuzzles up to a target with its cheeks fully charged, but it's quite dangerous! Nuzzle will do damage while paralyzing the opponent.

• Bunnelby is a new Normal-type Pokémon that creates its den by digging in the ground with its large, shovel-shaped ears. These powerful ears are strong enough to chop right through thick tree roots, making them a force to be reckoned with in battle. Bunnelby can learn the Ground-type move Dig. On the first turn, the user burrows underground, and on the second turn, it attacks! In Double Battles, a Pokémon can use Dig to avoid its ally's attack and then dish out damage on the next turn.

• It is now known that Skiddo evolves into the already announced Gogoat. A Grass-type Pokémon, Skiddo has a gentle nature and is said to be the first Pokémon to live alongside humans. Because of this relationship, Skiddo doesn't mind carrying people or supplies on its back, and it has become able to read the feelings of its riders through their grip on its horns. Skiddo can learn the Grass-type move Leaf Blade, where the user wields a sharp leaf to slice like a sword.

Introducing Gym Leader Korrina

Korrina is the Gym Leader in Shalour City, a seaside town known for its amazing views. It's also home to the Tower of Mastery, which seems to have a connection to Mega Evolution. Gym Leader Korrina seeks to draw out her Pokémon's strength to reach still greater heights, and it's said that she may hold the key to Mega Evolution! In addition to being a Gym Leader, Korrina is a fantastic roller skater.

**Adajer** · 2013-08-11 21:41

**Karbuncle** · 2013-08-11 21:53

I thought of that immediately

Glad I'm not the only one

**Tarage** · 2013-08-12 15:00

The reason he becomes a dragon is because he collected the dragon balls in his tail fluff.

**Akiyama** · 2013-08-12 16:46

TBH, Lucario and Blaziken look badass as fuck.

**Serra** · 2013-08-12 17:05

I'll agree about Blaziken, but I don't like the new color on Lucario. Seems too primary, imo..

**Tyrath** · 2013-08-13 14:19

Little late on this mega evolution shit

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**Kyreth** · 2013-08-14 10:58

Originally Posted by BadKarma

I can see Kangaskan going Uber or at least OU due to Parental Bond, especially since it just one shot one of the tankiest pokemon in the game

Kangaskhan's always been one of those Pokemon with a lot of the tools needed to be a good Normal type, but something else ends up filling the role better.

Far as the "Megas" go:

It might just end up being effectively it's own M-tier, depending on what kind of stat pool the evolutions get. You'd then end up with (assuming there's enough to actually do so) a M-NU, M-UU, M-OU, M-Uber from there

**6souls** · 2013-08-14 23:08

Soundtrack contains 212 tracks / 3 and a half hours of music

During the Pokémon Video Game Championships, Producer Junichi Masuda announced that the Pokémon X and Pokemon Y soundtrack will be available worldwide on the iTunes store this November. Now, the Pokémon Company have revealed that Japan will receive a physical copy of the soundtrack on November 13.

The soundtrack will contain 212 tracks and last over three and a half hours. The CD will also come with bonus tracks and a 28-page booklet featuring development details and other background information. The physical soundtrack will cost 2,625 yen.

http://www.siliconera.com/2013/08/14...th-212-tracks/

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