30-11-2017 06:13 GMT / 01:13 EST by Serebii
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Since the release of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 19:43 BST
Edit @ 11:06: Episode Pictures | Edit @ 19:43: Oceania
In The Games Department
Pokémon International Championships
Some further details have been officially confirmed for the Oceania International Championships. These will be held on February 9th through 11th at the Sydney Olympic Park in Exhibition Hall D. There is a player cap of 600 for VGC and 600 for TCG and registration will go up soon.
In The Anime Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Episode Pictures
As usual, we have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode features Ash & Co. arriving at the Altar of the Sunne. The AniméDex has been updated with the contents of this episode. Click the picture to go to the gallery but be warned however as they contain spoilers.
In The Anime Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Episode Title
The TV-kun magazine has revealed the next episodes titles for upcoming episodes of the Pokémon Sun & Moon anime. This episode is set to air in Japan on December 21st and 28th respectively. The first features the fallout of the Ultra Beast incident while the second episode features Samson Oak talking about Komala in time for Jigglypuff to appear and cause trouble
Episode 998: Thank You, Solgaleo! You are Our Nebby!!
Episode 999: A Strong Sleeper: Komala's Secret
In The Pokémon Department
Pokémon Center Tokyo DX
A new Pokémon Center store has been announced. This store is Pokémon Center Tokyo DX and will open up in the 5th floor of the Nihonbashi Takashimaya SC East Building in Tokyo. This Pokémon Center will also come with a Pokémon Café which will have Pokémon themed beverages and food, as well as special gifts exclusive to it. This store is currently set to open on March 14th 2018
29-11-2017 12:35 GMT / 07:35 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the release of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 13:20 BST
Edit @ 13:04: Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
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In The Games Department
Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Coverage Day 13
The games have been out a while and we have covered the vast majority of the game at this point, so our coverage is starting to slow down and now just minor and missed aspects are being done. If there is anything you wish to see covered, be sure to contact us.
We have our full Pokédex, Attackdex and Pokéarth updated, with a lot of pages in our main section being live.
Edit @ 13:04: Updated the Side Quests page with more side quests
Edit @ 13:20: Updated the Poké Ride page with locations of each PokéRide use requirement
![Pokémon Comaster](https://www.serebii.net/duel2.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon Duel - Update
The smartphone game, Pokémon Duel, has had a new update. This patch takes it to version 5.0 and requires 247MB of space on your mobile device to download. It is required to update in order to play the game
This patch contains various UI changes to bring the interface to be more snappy and up to date. It also special UX versions of the Cube, Rare Metal and Ingot items, allowing for further enhancements of your figures
It also added various brand new figures.
The UX Figures are Mega Sceptile, Mega Blaziken & Mega Swampert
The EX Figures are Primarina & Tapu Fini
The R Figures are Brionne, & Golisopod
The UC Figures are Popplio, Wimpod, Delibird, & Stantler
A special 10 pack booster has also been released with a guaranteed EX or UX drop
Finally, it added a variety of new Plate focused on the new Mega Evolutions
In addition to this, it has provided a variety of balance updates to a few existing figures
Xerneas
Increased Moonblast Power from 70 to 99
Yveltal
Increased Oblivion Wing Power from 100 to 111
Lapras
Removed Pound and replaced it with Ice Beam
Increased Surf power from 60 to 70
28-11-2017 04:02 GMT / 23:02 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 17:43 BST
Edit @ 04:06: Battle Competition | Edit @ 06:10: Pokémon Shuffle | Edit @ 16:34: Episode Title | Edit @ 17:43:
![Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon](https://www.serebii.net/ultrasunultramoon/johtoxalola.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Battle Competition
Details for the next Battle Competition have been announced. This is the Johto X Alola competition. This is a Double Battle competition using rules where you can only use Pokémon from the Johto and Alola Regional Pokédexes barring the standard Legendary and Mythical bans. Transferred Pokémon are allowed.. All Pokémon will be raised to Level 50 for the duration of the competition. Registration runs from December 7th to December 14th. Battles will run from December 15th through December 17th. All entrants will get the 50 Battle Points. Download Rules for this competition are now available from Festival Plaza.
![Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Global Missions](https://www.serebii.net/ultrasunultramoon/globalmission1.jpg)
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Global Missions
The first Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Global Mission has finished in failure. This Global Mission's theme was to capture as many Pokémon as possible and it was a failure with a total of 5,442,088 captures. As it was a failure, the gift of 1,000 FC, or 2,000 FC if the game is connected to the Global Link, is now available.
![Pokémon Shuffle](https://www.serebii.net/shuffle/celesteelaevent.jpg)
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Pokémon Shuffle - Events
A few brand new challenges have begun on Pokémon Shuffle and Pokémon Shuffle Mobile.
First is a new Ultra Beast challenge featuring Celesteela. This runs until December 5th 2017
Next is a new stage featuring Ribombee which runs until December 12th 2017
Next, a new stage featuring Froakie (Winking) has begun and runs until December 5th 2017
Next, a new Escalation Battle featuring Magearna has begun and runs until December 12th 2017
In addition to this, all players are currently being distributed a Shiny Gardevoir.
Finally, the Mudsdale and Alolan Raichu stages have begun repeat runs until December 5th and 12th respectively
All of these require the version 1.4.31 to download. Our Pokémon listings have been updated with these Pokémon
![Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon](https://www.serebii.net/pokkendx/shiningfeather.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokkén Tournament DX
The next special Group Match has begun on Pokkén Tournament DX. From December 8th through December 11th you can participate in the Iron Meteor Dive Cup. This cup is a Basic Battle competition, once again on a Fixed Battle Arena. Participating in this brings a special title reward based on Scizor, and if you place highly you'll get other titles based on your placement.
In The Anime Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Episode Title
Various Japanese TV guides have revealed the next episodes title for upcoming episodes of the Pokémon Sun & Moon anime. This episode is set to air in Japan on December 14th 2017. We don't have any further details for this episode at this time
Episode 997: Shine, Z-Power Ring! A Super Fully Powered 10,000,000 Volt Thunderbolt!!
27-11-2017 11:52 GMT / 006:52 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 23:04 BST
Edit @ 23:04: Ho-Oh in Pokémon GO
In The Games Department
Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Coverage Day 12
The games have been out a while and we have covered the vast majority of the game at this point, so our coverage is starting to slow down. If there is anything you wish to see covered, be sure to contact us.
We have our full Pokédex, Attackdex and Pokéarth updated, with a lot of pages in our main section being live.
Edit @ 15:30: Updated the Side Quests page with more side quests
In The Games Department
Pokémon GO Travel
As a reward for the Pokémon GO Travel event, Ho-Oh is to be available in Raid Battles in Pokémon GO from today until December 12th 2017. This is a standard Legendary raid rather than an EX Raid Battle. For full details on Ho-Oh, check our Pokémon GO Ho-Oh Database page
26-11-2017 07:10 GMT / 02:10 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 21:49 BST
Edit @ 17:57: Pokémon of the Week
![Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon](https://www.serebii.net/ultrasunultramoon/letssnuggleforever.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Coverage Day 10
The games have been out a while and we have covered the vast majority of the game at this point, so our coverage is starting to slow down. If there is anything you wish to see covered, be sure to contact us.
We have our full Pokédex, Attackdex and Pokéarth updated, with a lot of pages in our main section being live.
Edit @ 10:56: Updated Pokéarth with final Hidden Item locations
Edit @ 15:30: Updated the Trainer Customisation page with female options from Ultra Moon
Edit @ 21:49: As requested, updated the quick locations details on each Pokémon's Pokédex Page to link directly to the associated Pokéarth page
![Pokémon GO](https://www.serebii.net/pokemongo.jpg)
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Pokémon GO Travel
The final rewards in the Pokémon GO Travel are now live as 1.5 billion Pokémon have been captured. From now until around 1am UTC on Tuesday, Farfetch'd will be spawning worldwide while Kangaskhan is spawning in East Asia. The other rewards in the GO Travel event are running until the end of the month
![Pokémon of the Week - Lycanroc](https://www.serebii.net/potw-sm/745-i.jpg)
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Who's That Pokémon
Today marks the fifty-third entry into the Generation VII competitive field with an Alola Pokémon. These entries are created by the visitors for the visitors and then compiled by our writers Archangel, Miror, Psynergy, Mcdanger, EKZ1505, UR2L8 & KillerDraco. To get involved, Click here for the discussion forum
Today, we are covering a Pokémon introduced in the seventh generation. Its quick movements confuse its enemies. Well equipped with claws and fangs, it also uses the sharp rocks in its mane as weapons. The more intimidating the opponent it faces, the more this Pokémon’s blood boils. It will attack with no regard for its own safety.So, here it is, the fifth-third entry, Lycanroc
25-11-2017 16:12 GMT / 11:12 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 16:39 BST
In The Games Department
Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Coverage Day 10
The games have been out a while and we have covered the vast majority of the game at this point, so our coverage is starting to slow down. If there is anything you wish to see covered, be sure to contact us.
We have our full Pokédex, Attackdex and Pokéarth updated, with a lot of pages in our main section being live.
Edit @ 16:12: Added more Side Quests
Edit @ 16:39: Updated the Miscellaneous Version Differences pages
24-11-2017 05:06 GMT / 00:06 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 21:01 BST
![Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon](https://www.serebii.net/ultrasunultramoon/celesteela-ow.jpg)
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Coverage Day 9
The games have been out a while and we have covered the vast majority of the game at this point, so our coverage is starting to slow down. If there is anything you wish to see covered, be sure to contact us.
We have our full Pokédex, Attackdex and Pokéarth updated, with a lot of pages in our main section being live.
Edit @ 11:08: Done various fixes throughout the section
Edit @ 12:10: Updated the Poké Finder section with more details
Edit @ 12:42: Updated the Rotom Dex page
Edit @ 13:17: Updated the Poké Pelago page with further item details
Edit @ 14:11: Created a page on Fishing Items
Edit @ 15:05: Added more Side Quests
Edit @ 15:20: Created a page on Global Missions
Edit @ 16:06: Updated the Daily Event page
Edit @ 17:22: Updated the Battle Agency page
Edit @ 19:06: Updated the Item Database with major location updates
Edit @ 19:26: Updated the Item Page with the same
Edit @ 21:01: Added more Side Quests
![Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon](https://www.serebii.net/pokkendx/shiningfeather.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokkén Tournament DX
A special Group Match has begun on Pokkén Tournament DX. Over the weekend, you'll be able to participate in the Shining Feather Cup, a Group Match that focuses on Team Battles. Participating in this brings a special title reward, and if you place highly you'll get other titles.
23-11-2017 08:13 GMT / 03:13 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 15:20 BST
Edit @ 11:27: Episode Pictures
![Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon](https://www.serebii.net/ultrasunultramoon/sidequests/pyukumuku.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Coverage Day 8
The games have been out a while and we have covered the vast majority of the game at this point, so our coverage is starting to slow down. If there is anything you wish to see covered, be sure to contact us.
We have our full Pokédex, Attackdex and Pokéarth updated, with a lot of pages in our main section being live.
Edit @ 08:12: Updated various pages with minor fixes and additions
Edit @ 09:44: Created a page on Features unlcoked via Virtual Console Pokémon Transfer
Edit @ 12:00: Added more Side Quests
Edit @ 15:20: Updated our Poké Ball Legality section to include Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon content
Edit @ 16:41: Added more Side Quests
![Pokémon GO](https://www.serebii.net/pokemongo.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon GO Travel
The second rewards in the Pokémon GO Travel are now live as 1.5 billion Pokémon have been captured. From now until the start of December, all stardust & experience will be doubled and Lure Modules will last for 6 hours. If players can reach 3 billion captured by Sunday, then Farfetch'd will start spawning around the globe
In The Anime Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Episode Pictures
As usual, we have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode features Gladion & Lillie going to Poni Island to find a way to rescue Lusamine. The AniméDex has been updated with the contents of this episode. Click the picture to go to the gallery but be warned however as they contain spoilers.
22-11-2017 07:49 GMT / 02:49 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 19:54 BST
![Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon](https://www.serebii.net/ultrasunultramoon/battletree.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Coverage Day 7
The games have been out a while and we have covered the vast majority of the game at this point, so our coverage is starting to slow down. If there is anything you wish to see covered, be sure to contact us.
We have our full Pokédex, Attackdex and Pokéarth updated, with a lot of pages in our main section being live.
Edit @ 07:48: Updated various pages with minor fixes and additions
Edit @ 10:18: One of the more requested sections, I have begun a page on Side Quests. This page is to detail the side quests that are more than just showing someone a specific Pokémon or giving them an item. Currently it's in progress as we scour through our notes of the game and collate them so if there are any that have been missed, let us know
Edit @ 13:58: Created a requested page on Post-Game Trial Captain Battles
Edit @ 16:08: Added more Side Quests
Edit @ 19:54: Added more Side Quests
![Pokémon GO](https://www.serebii.net/pokemongo.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon GO
Niantic have announced a new patch coming to Pokémon GO. This patch includes a variety of bug fixes, as well as new support for display on the iPhone X. However, with this, Niantic put out the guidelines on what determines if people get an EX Raid Pass. First, EX Raid Battles will happen in places such as parks during their highest Raid Battle times. Trainers with a high level Gym Badge at that Gym will be more likely to get an EX Raid Pass, as will those who complete a larger amount of raids. In addition to this, they're altering the rewards so more Golden Razz Berries and TMs are given but less Potions/Revives. Magikarp is also set to return
21-11-2017 06:06 GMT / 01:06 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 19:00 BST
Edit @ 07:57: Pokémon GO | Edit @ 09:57: Pokémon Duel
![Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon](https://www.serebii.net/ultrasunultramoon/mantinesurfobstacles.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Coverage Day 6
With the game out, our coverage continues. As such, our usual discoveries shall begin. As usual, I'll be posting the main focal points here, while more in-depth details go on the discovery thread on the forums (including some details I won't post here). If you want to remain unspoiled, do not click the spoiler tag, nor visit the Sun/Moon section until you have your game. Don't worry as blatant spoilers will NOT be on the home page.
We have our full Pokédex, Attackdex and Pokéarth updated, with a lot of pages in our main section being live.
Edit @ 09:32: Created a page on Download Rules & Online Competitions
Edit @ 11:20: Updated the Rotom Pokédex page. We're still working on getting specifics
Edit @ 13:05: Created a page on Miscellenaous Version Differences
Edit @ 16:04: As requested, I've create a page on Wild Pokémon Hold Items
Edit @ 16:24: Updated the Item Database with the above
Edit @ 19:00: Updated the page on the New areas in Alola
Edit @ 20:58: Created a page about Hau
![Pokémon GO](https://www.serebii.net/pokemongo.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon GO Travel
The first rewards in the Pokémon GO Travel are now live as 500 million Pokémon have been captured. From now until the start of December, all experience will be doubled and Lure Modules will last for 6 hours. In addition to this, a special shop has opened in-game. Super Incubators cost 200 coins, a Special Box containing 20 Great Balls, 6 Lucky Eggs, 1 Premium Raid Pass & 4 Lure Modules costs 380 Coins and an Ultra Box containing 16 Lucky Eggs, 4 Premium Raid Passes, 8 Lure Modules and 30 Ultra Balls has been put out for 880 Coins
In The Games Department
Pokémon Duel - Queen Cup
Pokémon Duel's upcoming Version 5 udpate has been detailed. In addition to the addition of Mega Sceptile, Blaziken and Swampert figures, it is to come with a user interface enhancement, as well as the addition of Cube, Ingot and Rare Metal items with the rarity of UX to give even bigger boosts.
In The Games Department
Pokémon Shuffle - Events
A few brand new challenges have begun on Pokémon Shuffle and Pokémon Shuffle Mobile.
First is a Zygarde competitive stage. This is a competitive stage that runs until November 28th 2017.
Finally, the Popplio, Sandslash and Araquanid stages have begun a repeat run until November 28th2017
All of these require the version 1.4.30 to download. Our Pokémon listings have been updated with these Pokémon
20-11-2017 01:54 GMT / 20:54 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 21:14 BST
![Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon](https://www.serebii.net/ultrasunultramoon/ultrajungle.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Coverage Day 5
With the game out, our coverage continues. As such, our usual discoveries shall begin. As usual, I'll be posting the main focal points here, while more in-depth details go on the discovery thread on the forums (including some details I won't post here). If you want to remain unspoiled, do not click the spoiler tag, nor visit the Sun/Moon section until you have your game. Don't worry as blatant spoilers will NOT be on the home page.
We have our full Pokédex, Attackdex and Pokéarth updated, with a lot of pages in our main section being live.
Edit @ 02:30: Updated our Trainer Customisation page. We're still working with the other game and the games as the other gender to catalogue everything else
Edit @ 08:28: Updated the Pokédex to showcase moves Pokémon can only have through transfer from Gold & Silver
Edit @ 08:36: Updated our Compatibility section to include Bank. Do note, at present, it is not possible to put Totem Pokémon introduced in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon such as Marowak into Bank. It's unclear if this is intentional or an oversight
Edit @ 11:06: Updated the Battle Agency page
Edit @ 12:29: Created a preliminary page on Festival Plaza
Edit @ 14:21: Created a page on Useful Characters
Edit @ 17:14: Created a requested page on The Trainer Passport
Edit @ 19:27: Updated the Trainer Customisation page with all male Ultra Moon clothing
Edit @ 21:14: Created a page on Aether Foundation
![Pokémon Bank](https://www.serebii.net/bank/v13.jpg)
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Pokémon Bank
Pokémon Bank has now been updated to Version 1.4. This update requires 516 blocks and contains compatibility for Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. With this, compatibility for Pokémon Gold & Silver's transfers have also opened up in Poké Transporter. There have been no additional updates to the game at present but we'll be checking if any further will come
19-11-2017 07:56 GMT / 02:56 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 21:54 BST
Edit @ 12:49: Pokémon of the Week | Edit @ 19:10: Pokémon GO Travel
![Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon](https://www.serebii.net/ultrasunultramoon/nightencounter.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Coverage Day 4
With the game out, our coverage continues. As such, our usual discoveries shall begin. As usual, I'll be posting the main focal points here, while more in-depth details go on the discovery thread on the forums (including some details I won't post here). If you want to remain unspoiled, do not click the spoiler tag, nor visit the Sun/Moon section until you have your game. Don't worry as blatant spoilers will NOT be on the home page.
We have our full Pokédex, Attackdex and Pokéarth updated, with a lot of pages in our main section being live.
Edit @ 08:38: Updated our Moveset Calculator with Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon content
Edit @ 10:22: Created a page on Gladion
Edit @ 11:35: Created a page on Music Changes
Edit @ 13:27: Updated our IV Calculator with the new forms and Pokémon
Edit @ 15:10: Created a page on Pokédex Quests
Edit @ 16:55: Created a page on Poké Finder. Do note, we're still hunting down all the Pokémon within it.
Edit @ 17:32: Created a page about Team Skull
Edit @ 18:08: As per request, I've altered the display of Pokéarth to make the Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon content stand out more, prioritised, and added anchors
Edit @ 19:49: Created a page on Daily Events
Edit @ 20:58: Updated the Battle Agency page
Edit @ 21:54: Created a preliminary Poké Pelago page, with more items still being discovered
![Pokémon GO](https://www.serebii.net/pokemongo.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon GO Travel
Niantic have announced a special event, the Pokémon GO Travel event. During this, from November 20th to 26th, the goal is to collectively catch 3 billion Pokémon. As the week progresses, rewards including Farfetch'd becoming worldwide & Kangaskhan spawns, as well as increased experience, stardust and Lure Module times
Pokémon |
![](https://www.serebii.net/pokemongo/gotravelth.jpg) |
![Pokémon 2016 World Championships](https://www.serebii.net/vgc/championship.png)
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Pokémon International Championships
Today marks the final day of the second Pokémon European International Championships in London, UK and, like previous events, the event is going to be officially streamed by The Pokémon Company International across two different streams. Each game has got its own individual stream
TheStream will begin shortly before 09:30 GMT / 04:30 EST / 01:30 PST / 07:30 AEST
Click the following links to go to the respective streams
Sheffield
Pokémon Video Game Regional Championships
Pokémon Trading Card Game Regional Championships
Edit @ 13:10: It has been confirmed that the Oceania International Championships will be held from February 9th - 11th 2018 in Sydney, Australia
![Pokémon of the Week - Lunala](https://www.serebii.net/potw-sm/792-i.jpg)
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Who's That Pokémon
Today marks the fifty-first entry into the Generation VII competitive field with an Alola Pokémon. These entries are created by the visitors for the visitors and then compiled by our writers Archangel, Miror, Psynergy, Mcdanger, EKZ1505, UR2L8 & KillerDraco. To get involved, Click here for the discussion forum
Today, we are covering a Pokémon introduced in the seventh generation. Records of it exist in writings from long, long ago, where it was known by the name “the beast that calls the moon.” It sometimes summons unknown powers and life-forms here to this world from holes that lead to other worlds. So, here it is, the fifth-first entry, Lunala
18-11-2017 07:35 GMT / 02:35 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 22:11 BST
![Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon](https://www.serebii.net/ultrasunultramoon/necrozma-ow2.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Coverage Day 3
With the game out, our coverage continues. As such, our usual discoveries shall begin. As usual, I'll be posting the main focal points here, while more in-depth details go on the discovery thread on the forums (including some details I won't post here). If you want to remain unspoiled, do not click the spoiler tag, nor visit the Sun/Moon section until you have your game. Don't worry as blatant spoilers will NOT be on the home page.
We have our full Pokédex, Attackdex and Pokéarth updated, with a lot of pages in our main section being live.
Edit @ 07:35: Done various fixes and updates throughout the section
Edit @ 08:07: Updated the Pokédex to list all the trainer details for each species
Edit @ 09:50: Added a page on the Reverse World
Edit @ 11:37: Created the page for the Ultra Recon Squad
Edit @ 13:06: Updated Pokéarth with details of Hidden Item locations
Edit @ 14:26: Created a page on the Facility in Malie City
Edit @ 15:24: Updated the Item Database with up to date item listings
Edit @ 16:52: Created a page on Interacting with Pokémon
Edit @ 18:40: Updated the Item Listings
Edit @ 20:09: Created a preliminary Alola Photo Club page. It'll be updated as we get more stickers and determine which stickers are unlocked when.
Edit @ 21:18: Created a page on Battle Style Poses
Edit @ 22:11: Created the page on the Battle Tree including a Trainer Catalogue
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Pokémon International Championships
Today marks the second day of the second Pokémon European International Championships in London, UK and, like previous events, the event is going to be officially streamed by The Pokémon Company International across two different streams. Each game has got its own individual stream
TheStream will begin shortly before 09:30 GMT / 04:30 EST / 01:30 PST / 07:30 AEST
Click the following links to go to the respective streams
Sheffield
Pokémon Video Game Regional Championships
Pokémon Trading Card Game Regional Championships
17-11-2017 05:24 GMT / 00:24 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 22:21 BST
Edit @ 08:07: Pokémon Duel | Edit @ 10:02: 3DS Theme
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Coverage Day 2
With many parts of the world getting their copies tomorrow, it would be remiss of us to hold off until launch when so many of you hunger for information. As such, our usual discoveries shall begin. As usual, I'll be posting the main focal points here, while more in-depth details go on the discovery thread on the forums (including some details I won't post here). If you want to remain unspoiled, do not click the spoiler tag, nor visit the Sun/Moon section until you have your game. Don't worry as blatant spoilers will NOT be on the home page.
We have our full Pokédex and Attackdex updated, with a lot of pages in our main section being live.
Edit @ 05:09: It is now live in North America
Edit @ 05:45: Created the page on Island Scan Pokémon
Edit @ 06:13: Our Pokéarth - Alola section has been updated with full details from Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon for Trainers and Pokémon. Items to be added soon. Do note that this is still a work in progress so be sure to let us know if there are any errors
Edit @ 07:00: Updated the Pokédex to include full in-depth wild encounter data
Edit @ 07:48: Pokémon Bank is confirmed to have the update for Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon in Late November. Standard compatibility with Sun & Moon is still in place, however. For this, I have created a Sun/Moon Compatibility page
Edit @ 08:58: Created a page on the Island Trials
Edit @ 10:05: Created a page on the Grand Trials
Edit @ 11:07: Created a preliminary page on Trainer Customisation. Currently it only has the male character in Ultra Sun but this'll be added to over time
Edit @ 11:48: Created a page listing TM Locations
Edit @ 12:49: Created a page on the Elite Four
Edit @ 13:47: Updated Pokéarth - Alola with preliminary item data. Do note that we're still cataloguing all hidden items and still finding items
Edit @ 14:15: Created a page for the New Items
Edit @ 14:30: Updated the Item Database with the locations of the items. Do note that we're still cataloguing all hidden items and still finding items
Edit @ 15:13: Created a page for all the In-Game Trades
Edit @ 15:59: Created a page for all the Interactable Pokémon
Edit @ 16:54: Created a page on S.O.S. Battles
Edit @ 18:42: Created a preliminary Items Listing. This does not currently factor in wild hold items, hidden items and a few others while we still catalogue
Edit @ 20:39: Created a page on Mantine Surf
Edit @ 21:29: Created the page on Team Rainbow Rocket. Do note, this contains major story spoilers
Edit @ 22:21: Created the page on Battle Agency. This page will be added to over time as we go through and defeat more trainers within it
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - 3DS Themes
A special 3DS theme has been released for the 3DS. This theme was available in Europe for preloading the game but is now currently available on the My Nintendo rewards site for 100 Platinum Coins. This reward is available until February 28th in Japan and March 1st in Europe. Currently there's no sign of North American release but it is expected soon.
In addition to this, the Necrozma theme announced earlier this week is available worldwide for 200¥/€1.99/Ł1.79/$1.99
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - SpotPass
Some special Miis are being distributed to Nintendo 3DS systems in Europe. From now until January 9th, the Mii for Pokémon Sun & Moon's game director, Shigeru Ohmori, is being distributed via SpotPass to all 3DS owners. In addition to this, if you go to Nintendo Zones such as those in GAME in the UKS before January 9th, you'll also get the Mii of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon game director Kazumasa Iwao
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Pokémon Duel - Queen Cup
The special Queen Cup Carnival Events have begun again in Pokémon Duel. This event has you play against players online to earn points and as you earn more points you get access to more rewards, in this case a Shiny Ho-Oh figure. This cup runs until November 20th 2017
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Pokémon International Championships
Today marks the first day of the second Pokémon European International Championships in London, UK and, like previous events, the event is going to be officially streamed by The Pokémon Company International across two different streams. Each game has got its own individual stream
TheStream will begin shortly before 09:30 GMT / 04:30 EST / 01:30 PST / 07:30 AEST
Click the following links to go to the respective streams
Sheffield
Pokémon Video Game Regional Championships
Pokémon Trading Card Game Regional Championships
16-11-2017 11:00 GMT / 06:00 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 23:04 BST
Edit @ 13:00: Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Coverage Day 1
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Coverage Day 1
With many parts of the world getting their copies tomorrow, it would be remiss of us to hold off until launch when so many of you hunger for information. As such, our usual discoveries shall begin. As usual, I'll be posting the main focal points here, while more in-depth details go on the discovery thread on the forums (including some details I won't post here). If you want to remain unspoiled, do not click the spoiler tag, nor visit the Sun/Moon section until you have your game. Don't worry as blatant spoilers will NOT be on the home page.
Edit @ 13:00: Our Sun & Moon Pokédex, Sun & Moon Attackdex & Abilitydex are now updated with all the new details. This also includes a list showing what Z Moves a Pokémon can use, and on Z-Move pages, it shows the moves that can turn into the Z-Move. Do note that discoveries are still being made so intricate new or updated mechanics may not be 100% yet. If you see any discrepencies, which may exist due to the shift in index numbers for forms brought on by new Pokémon, then don't hesitate to contact us.
Edit @ 13:07: We have updated our New Pokémon Page with details and links to all the new Pokémon introduced within this game
Edit @ 13:14: Updated our New Moves & New Z-Moves Pages. Do note, these contain spoilers
Edit @ 13:23: Updated the Alola Pokédex page with a full list
Edit @ 13:32: Created a page on the New Pokémon Forms
Edit @ 13:38: Updated our Version Exclusives page
Edit @ 14:25: Created a page on Moveset Changes
Edit @ 14:38: Created a page on New Evolution Methods
Edit @ 15:00: The game is now live on the Japanese eShop
Edit @ 15:07: Created a page on Legendary Pokémon. Be warned as it contains story spoilers
Edit @ 16:04: Created a preliminary page on all the Unobtainable Pokémon
Edit @ 16:54: Created a page on Ultra Beasts and Where To Find Them. Do note, this does contain story spoilers
Edit @ 17:34: Created a page on New Egg Moves for Pokémon
Edit @ 17:46: Fixed a couple of issues with display of Move Tutor moves in the Pokédex
Edit @ 18:36: Created a page on Move Tutors
Edit @ 19:25: Created a page on Pokémon received as Gifts
Edit @ 20:19: Updated the Legendary Pokémon with full details of Ultra Wormholes. Be warned as it contains story spoilers
Edit @ 21:27: Created a page on Ultra Wormholes
Edit @ 23:03: It is now live in mainland Europe
Edit @ 23:04: Updated the Totem Pokémon & Totem Stickers page with full listings
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Rockruff Event
The Rockruff event is starting to roll out on servers across the globe, currently available for Europe and Australia. This Rockruff is Level 10 and comes with a Focus Band attached and the moves Fire Fang in Ultra Sun, Thunder Fang in Ultra Moon and Happy Hour. This Rockruff will evolve into the Dusk Form Lycanroc between 5pm and 5:59pm
In The Anime Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Episode Pictures
As usual, we have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode features Faba kidnapping Nebby in order to open an Ultra Wormhole. The AniméDex has been updated with the contents of this episode. Click the picture to go to the gallery but be warned however as they contain spoilers.
15-11-2017 07:07 GMT / 02:04 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 08:42 BST
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
A new event has been announced for Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Within next month's issue, a special serial code will be distributed to give a Big Nugget and a Lucky Egg out to all players. Currently no further details have been given so be sure to keep checking back
In The Games Department
Pokkén Tournament DX - Patch
The previously announced Pokkén Tournament DX patch has finally been released, bringing the game up to Version 1.1
The ability to play Team Battle matches online
New rewards when you reach higher ranks in Ranked Match online including special titles in Official Groups
Adding the Recording feature to Free Training that allows you to manipulate and record/playback your opponent's moves for betting training capabilities
Various fixes
The patch also features a couple of small fixes for various Pokémon. Due to this, existing Replay Data will not work. We'll currently cataloguing all the changes brought by this version
14-11-2017 06:05 GMT / 01:05 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 14:02 BST
Edit @ 14:02: Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Trailer
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
The final bit of data for Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon has been revealed with a new trailer showcasing Move Tutors and then showcases the Ultra Burst of Necrozma but stops short of showcasing the new form itself. We will be updating this post with all the elements of the reveal so keep checking back
In The Games Department
Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - 3DS Themes
A special 3DS theme has been announced for the 3DS. This theme is based on Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon with Dusk Mane Necrozma & Dawn Wings Necrozma and features the game's background theme. Currently release is confirmed to be this Friday with the release of the game
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Pokémon Shuffle - Events
A few brand new challenges have begun on Pokémon Shuffle and Pokémon Shuffle Mobile.
First, a special stage has begun for the Pokémon Necrozma. It runs until November 28th 2017.
Next, a new stage has begun in the same vein as Escalation Battles. This is a stage that helps you get your Pokémon to its Max Level. It runs until November 28th
The Lunala and Rowlet stages have begun repeat runs until November 28th 2017
All of these require the version 1.4.29 to download. Our Pokémon listings have been updated with these Pokémon
13-11-2017 21:06 GMT / 16:06 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 21:06 BST
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Pokémon GO
In conjunction with the upcoming release of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Pokémon GO has updated to add the outfits for the male and female characters of the 3DS Pokémon games as free clothing options to all players. This is a special Hat, Shirt, Trousers, Backpack and Shoes to match both of the players in the game.
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12-11-2017 09:07 GMT / 04:07 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 09:39 BST
Edit @ 09:39: CoroCoro
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - CoroCoro
The first images from CoroCoro have leaked and have revealed confirmation of a new distribution. Back in September, we reported of a new Pokémon Scrap style event where you'd get Mythical Pokémon. CoroCoro confirms that the Mythical Pokémon Manaphy, Meloetta and Hoopa are to be distributed. To get these, from December 1st, you need to collect codes from various merchandise. 1 for Manaphy, 7 for Meloetta and 16 for Hoopa which lets you get a serial code to unlock the Pokémon in Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. It's currently unclear whether they'll have any special features
. We'll bring more as it comes
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Who's That Pokémon
Today marks the fiftieth entry into the Generation VII competitive field with an Alola Pokémon. These entries are created by the visitors for the visitors and then compiled by our writers Archangel, Miror, Psynergy, Mcdanger, EKZ1505, UR2L8 & KillerDraco. To get involved, Click here for the discussion forum
Today, we are covering a Pokémon introduced in the seventh generation. In writings from the distant past, it’s called by the name “the beast that devours the sun.” It is said to live in another world. The intense light it radiates from the surface of its body can make the darkest of nights light up like midday. So, here it is, the fiftieth entry, Solgaleo
11-11-2017 13:22 GMT / 08:22 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 13:22 BST
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Pokémon Sun & Moon - Silvally Event
The Shiny Silvally is due to end within the next week globally, on Monday in North America and Thursday in Europe. This event distributes a Level 100 Shiny Silvally with a Gold Bottle Cap attached and can only be obtained by Pokémon Sun & Moon. The distributions are as follows
UK - GAME until November 16th
Spain - GAME Nintendo Zone until November 16th
Germany - Gamestop Nintendo Zone until November 16th
France - Micromania until November 16th
Italy - Gamestop until November 16th
Sweden - Gamestop until November 16th
The Netherlands - Game Mania Nintendo Zone until November 16th
Belgium - Nintendo Zone & FNAC, Game Mania & Smartoys until November 16th
US - Gamestop until November 13th
Canada - EB Games until November 13th
Australia - EB Games until November 13th
Our Event Database has been updated with the details of this event.
10-11-2017 05:02 GMT / 00:02 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 05:22 BST
Edit @ 05:18: Pokkén Patch
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
The next bit of data for Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon has been revealed with a new trailer showcasing Mimikyu's new Z-Move. This move turns Play Rough into its Z-Move. We will be updating this post with all the elements of the reveal so keep checking back
Edit @ 05:22: In addition to this, numerous new screenshots have been added to our Pre-Release Screenshot Page
Edit @ 14:20: Confirmed as "Let's Snuggle Forever" in the west
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Pokémon Sun & Moon - Original Cap Pikachu
To tie in with the 20th movie, Pokémon! I Choose You, the Original Cap Pikachu is being distributed in Singapore. As Singapore has no specific region, the American and Japanese games can all download this Pokémon with the code PIKACHUM20. This distribution provides Original Cap Pikachu, which has Ash's hat from the Kanto and Johto series of the anime. This Pikachu also comes with the special Pikashunium Z Z-Crystal which turns the move Thunderbolt into the Z-Move 10,000,000 Volt Thunderbolt.
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Pokkén Tournament DX - Patch
The previously announced Pokkén Tournament DX patch has finally been scheduled to come at some point in "Mid-November"
The ability to play Team Battle matches online
New rewards when you reach higher ranks in Ranked Match online including special titles in Official Groups
Adding the Recording feature to Free Training that allows you to manipulate and record/playback your opponent's moves for betting training capabilities
Various fixes
The patch also features a couple of small fixes for various Pokémon. Due to this, existing Replay Data will not work. We'll provide full details as they come
09-11-2017 10:22 GMT / 05:22 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 11:02 BST
Edit @ 11:02: Episode Pictures
In The Anime Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Episode Pictures
As usual, we have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode features Ash & Lillie travelling Alola to try and recover her memories that prevent her from touching Pokémon. The AniméDex has been updated with the contents of this episode. Click the picture to go to the gallery but be warned however as they contain spoilers.
In The Anime Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Character Biography
With the episode that just aired in Japan, we have been able to update a biography. This biography is for the character Gladion and includes a Pokémon that he obtained in today's episode. Click the image to go to the biography, but be warned as it contains spoilers
08-11-2017 21:13 GMT / 16:13 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 22:09 BST
Edit @ 21:25: Special Battle
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Special Battle Season 7
The Special Battle rules for Season 6 have been revealed. Season 6 will run from November 17th to January 23rd 2018 and runs on Sun & Moon and Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, with rankings separate to eachother. This ruleset allows for use of all Pokémon within the new Alola Pokédex
Battle type: Single Battle
Pokémon Restrictions: Alola Pokédex.
Banned Pokémon: Currently unknown
The other standard rules apply, including all set to Level 50 if above that, and you choose 3 Pokémon out of your 6, and you cannot have two Pokémon holding the same hold item. Battles have a 10 minute duration, with turns having a 60 second timer. P
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
The first Global Mission for Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon has been announced. In this mission, players have to collectively capture 10,000,000 Pokémon by November 28th 2018. If everyone succeeds then a gift of 2,000 Festival Coins will be given to all players. If it's not achieved, then 1,000 Festival Coins will be given to all players. Rewards are doubled for players with a Global Link Account. We'll bring full details as it comes.
Edit @ 22:09: They have also confirmed the Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Global Mission Schedule
December 12th-27th: Have Fun Mantine Surfing!
January 9th - 23rd: Win at the Battle Agency
February 6th - 20th: Harvest Poké Beans!
March 6th - 20th: Trade Pokémon at the GTS
April 3rd - 17th: Hatch a lot of Eggs
May 1st - 15th: Get BP at the Battle Tree
June 5th - 19th: Play in Festival Plaza
We'll bring more on if any are added or any changes are made as they come
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
It has been confirmed that, following Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon's release next week, if you sign up to the Pokémon Global Link before January 30th, you will receive a special serial code towards the end of January to receive a Master Ball for your games
07-11-2017 06:05 GMT / 01:05 EST by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
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Last Update: 13:16 BST
Edit @ 11:53: Global Link Reminder | Edit @ 13:16: Episode Titles
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Pokémon Sun & Moon - Global Link Reminder
For those of you with Sun & Moon, the Global Link is to go down for extended maintenance on Friday November 10th at 00:00 UTC/09:00 JST/Thursday 19:00 EST/16:00PST. With the Global Link maintenance, all Global Link related features including Game Sync, creation of Friendly Competitions and Rating Battle modes of Battle Spot will be unavailable for play. This lasts until November 17th 2017 at a currently unset time. All other online features including Mystery Gift, Battles/Trades with friends, GTS, Wonder Trade and Free Battle on Battle Spot will still be functional.
![Pokémon Shuffle](https://www.serebii.net/shuffle/dittoevent.jpg)
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Pokémon Shuffle - Events
A few brand new challenges have begun on Pokémon Shuffle and Pokémon Shuffle Mobile.
First is a new stage featuring Ditto. It runs until November 14th 2017
Next is a Mega Manectric competitive stage. This is a competitive stage that runs until November 14th 2017 and is type restricted.
The top 100 players in Europe, 100 in North America and 500 in Japan will get 1 Level Up, 5 Mega Speedup and 10 Raise Max Level.
The top 300 players in Europe, 400 in North America and 1500 in Japan will get 1 Level Up, 4 Mega Speedup and 8 Raise Max Level.
The top 500 players in Europe, 800 in North America and 3000 in Japan will get 1 Level Up, 3 Mega Speedup and 6 Raise Max Level.
The top 900 players in Europe, 1300 in North America and 5000 in Japan will get 1 Level Up, 2 Mega Speedup and 4 Raise Max Level.
The top 1800 players in Europe, 2500 in North America and 10000 in Japan will get 1 Level Up, 2 Mega Speedup and 2 Raise Max Level.
The top 3600 players in Europe, 5100 in North America and 20000 in Japan will get 1 Level Up, 1 Mega Speedup and 1 Raise Max Level.
The top 5400 players in Europe, 8000 in North America and 30000 in Japan will get 1 Level Up, 1 Mega Speedup and 1 Skill Booster M.
The top 7200 players in Europe, 10000 in North America and 40000 in Japan will get 1 Level Up, 1 Mega Speedup and 1 Disruption Delay.
The top 9000 players in Europe, 13000 in North America and 50000 in Japan will get 1 Level Up and 1 Attack Power.
The top 13000 players in Europe, 18000 in North America and 70000 in Japan will get 1 Disruption Delay and 1 Attack Power. If you don't already have the Manectite, you will get that rather than the Level Up.
Finally, the Cosmog, Solgaleo, Primarina stages have begun repeat runs, as has the Safari featuring Winking Pikachu and Winking Raichu
All of these require the version 1.4.18 to download. Our Pokémon listings have been updated with these Pokémon
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In The Anime Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Episode Title
Various Japanese TV guides have revealed the next episodes title for upcoming episodes of the Pokémon Sun & Moon anime. These episode are set to air on November 23rd, November 30th and December 7th respectively. The first features Lillie and GladionThe second features Ash going to Poni Island to meet Solgaleo, only to discover the Guardian Dieties of the Alola Region there. The final episode features Ash & Co. going through the Ultra Wormhole to hunt for Lusamine
Episode 994: EffortfuLillie! A Determined Runaway Act!
Episode 995: The Altar of the Sunne! Solgaleo Descends!!
Episode 996: Hurry Up! Operation: Rescue Lusamine!!
06-11-2017 08:49 GMT / 03:49 EST by Serebii
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Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 09:25 BST
Edit @ 09:25: Pokémon Duel Updates
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Images of a data file from one of the elements of Over-lap's upcoming guides in Japan, a data file, has showcased a large portion of the Alola Pokédex in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon on its cover. This shows various Pokémon up towards the end of Akala Island and reveal a number of Pokémon new to the Pokédex in this region. As such, we have updated our Alola Pokédex section with these new discoveries
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In The Games Department
Pokémon Duel - Update
The smartphone game, Pokémon Duel, has had a new update. This patch takes it to version 4.0.4 and contains a variety of bug fixes and requires 247MB of space on your mobile device to download. It is required to update in order to play the game
This patch contains various bug fixes
It also added various brand new figures.
The EX Figures are Incineroar & Tapu Bulu
The R Figures are Torracat, & Ludicolo
The UC Figures are Litten, Lombre, & Oricori Baile Style
A special 10 pack booster has also been released with a guaranteed EX or UX drop
Finally, it added a variety of new Plate focused on Steel & Poison-types
In addition to this, it has provided a variety of balance updates to a few existing figures
Mega Charizard X
Movement increased from 2 to 3
Mega Charizard Y
Movement increased from 2 to 3
Chesnaught
Increased Hammer Arm power from 90 to 100
Torterra
Increased Bite power from 60 to 100
05-11-2017 07:20 GMT / 02:20 EST by Serebii
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Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
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Edit @ 07:38: Pokémon of the Week
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In The Games Department
Pokémon GO - Raid Battles
Overnight, the Raid Battle Bosses have changed in the Raid Battles around the world. Gone are the majority of the ones that we have had since June and in are multiple new ones including Sableye, Porygon and Nidoking. In addition to this, the Raid Timer has been reduced from 1 hour to 45 minutes after the Raid Egg hatches. Our Raid Battle list has been updated with full details on all the new Raid Battle bosses so click the page to go to our list
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In The Pokémon of the Week Department
Who's That Pokémon
Today marks the forty-ninth entry into the Generation VII competitive field with a Unova Pokémon. These entries are created by the visitors for the visitors and then compiled by our writers Archangel, Miror, Psynergy, Mcdanger, EKZ1505, UR2L8 & KillerDraco. To get involved, Click here for the discussion forum
Today, we are covering a Pokémon introduced in the fifth generation. They adorn themselves beautifully with bones. This is supposedly an effort to attract males, but no male Mandibuzz have ever been found. It circles in the sky, keeping a keen eye out for Pokémon in a weakened state. Its choicest food is Cubone. So, here it is, the forty-ninth entry, Mandibuzz
03-11-2017 08:42 GMT / 04:42 EDT by Serebii
Be sure to check yesterday's update for huge Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon news. This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 14:26 BST
Edit @ 14:26: Crimson Invasion
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In The Games Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Silvally Event
The Shiny Silvally event has begun in various places in Europe. This event distributes a Level 100 Shiny Silvally with a Gold Bottle Cap attached and can only be obtained by Pokémon Sun & Moon. The distributions are as follows
UK - GAME until November 16th
Spain - GAME Nintendo Zone until November 16th
Germany - Gamestop Nintendo Zone until November 16th
France - Micromania until November 16th
Italy - Gamestop until November 16th
Sweden - Gamestop until November 16th
The Netherlands - Game Mania Nintendo Zone until November 16th
Belgium - Nintendo Zone & FNAC, Game Mania & Smartoys until November 16th
US - Gamestop until November 13th
Canada - EB Games until November 13th
Australia - EB Games until November 13th
We'll add more European dates as they come so be sure to check back. Our Event Database has been updated with the details of this event.
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In The Games Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - TCG Set Release
Today marks the release of the fourth Pokémon Sun & Moon TCG set. This set contains 124 cards of various Pokémon that inhabit the Alola Region including various Pokémon-GX with the introduction of Ultra Beasts. It is made up of the Beyond A New Challenge, Awakening Hero and Ultra-Dimensional Beast packs from Japan. Our card listing and the associated Cardex have been updated with the details of this set
02-11-2017 06:40 GMT / 02:40 EDT by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 14:12 BST
Edit @ 11:13: Episode Pictures | Edit @ 13;00: Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Information
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In The Games Department
Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
The next bit of data for Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon has been revealed with a new trailer showcasing new elements of the game. We will be updating this post with all the elements of the reveal so keep checking back
It revealed Team Rainbow Rocket's inclusion in the game and battle through the various heads of teams.
It also revealed the Battle Agency, a new facility akin to the Battle Factory of olden times. As you battle through, you will receive items such as Gold Bottle Caps. However, the Pokémon you can use in the Agency will increase as you interact with more players over Festival Plaza
In addition to this, you can now collect Totem Stickers that let you get Totem Sized Pokémon
Finally it confirms that all Legendary Pokémon of past games. Some require special things such as Giratina needing both Dialga and Palkia to appear. Suicune (with Raikou and Entei present)
, Rayquaza (with Groudon and Kyogre present), Kyurem (with Reshiram and Zekrom present), Landorus (with Tornadus and Thundurus present).
Some Legendary are exclusive: Ultra Sun - Ho-Oh, Raikou, Groudon, Latios, Dialga, Heatran, Reshiram, Tornadus, Xerneas. | Ultra Moon - Lugia, Entei, Kyogre, Latias, Palkia, Regigigas, Zekrom, Thundurus, Yveltal.
Edit @ 13:14: Added some Pre-Release Screenshots to our page
Edit @ 13:36: The next bit of Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon information to come November 10th at 05:00 UTC
Edit @ 13:43: Created a preliminary page on the Team Rainbow Rocket
Edit @ 13:50: Created a preliminary page on the Battle Agency
Edit @ 14:04: Created a preliminary page on the Totem Stickers
Edit @ 14:12: Updated our Version Exclusives Page
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In The Games Department
Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
For those with a Japanese Nintendo 3DS, Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon are now available to preload on the Nintendo 3DS eShop. This will allow for you to download the game in advance and play it as soon as it's available in two weeks on November 17th. Both games require just under 3.7GB of space on the SD card to download. With this, some new screenshots were added to the eShop and added to our Pre-Release Screenshot page
Edit @ 09:15: The preload has gone live in Europe. Download the preload to get a special 3DS theme called Pikachu and Poké Balls
Edit @ 16:05: It is now available to preload in North America
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In The Anime Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Episode Pictures
As usual, we have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode features the group heading to Kukui's house to relax. The AniméDex has been updated with the contents of this episode. Click the picture to go to the gallery but be warned however as they contain spoilers.
01-11-2017 13:36 GMT / 09:36 EDT by Serebii
This update may be amended throughout the day so be sure to check back. If you have any ideas for the site, be sure to send them in
Since the reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the Chatroom & Discord Chat has been rife with discussion while the WiFi Chatroom has been a place for battles & trades, so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also had these discussion and are a bustling trade and competitive section for the games. Be sure to like our FaceBook Page.
Last Update: 16:30 BST
Edit @ 14:54: Pokémon VGC | Edit @ 16:30: Movie Details
In The Apps Department
Pikachu Talk
A brand new app has been announced. This app is the Pikachu Talk app and allows for you to use the Google Home or Amazon Alexa devices to talk to Pikachu. This is completely free and will be released in Japan later this year and in 2018 outside of Japan. Currently no further information is known about this app but we will post about it as soon as it comes
In The Apps Department
Pokémon I Choose You
For those of you in North America, two new dates for the theatrical run of Pokémon the Movie I Choose You have been announced. You will now be able to get tickets for the movie for showings on November 11th and November 14th in theaters across the United States. The TCG Promo Card and the QR Code for the I Choose You Cap Pikachu will not be distributed on these screening dates.
In The Games Department
Pokémon VGC 2018
A new Special Event for the Video Game Championships has been announced. This event is the Turin Special Event that takes place in the annual Xmas Comics & Games convention on December 16th and 17th in Turin Italy. Following this, the Leipzeig Regional Championships have been confirmed to be the first European event running VGC 2018 rules. This will run during the DreamHack event on January 27th/28th