31-10-2017 06:05 GMT / 02:05 EDT 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: 22:32 BST
Edit @ 12:06: Pokémon GO - Safari Zone | Edit @ 17:27: Episode Title | Edit @ 22:32: Legendary Beasts
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Pokémon GO
A new Pokémon Safari event has been announced. This event will be held at the Tottori Sand Dunes in Tottori, Japan on November 24th, 25th and 26th. This Safari Zone will feature an increase of various Ground and Water Pokémon, Fossil Pokémon as well as the appearance of Mr. Mime and certain letters of Unown. It has also been stated that this event will not have any special Raid Pokémon Battles. There will also be a pop-up Pokémon Center near by and Pikachu will appear at the nearby Aeon Mall in Tottori. We'll continue to bring full details of all official Pokémon GO real life events as they are announced so be sure to keep checking back
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Pokémon GO
The Legendary Beasts, Raikou, Entei & Suicune have shifted to new regions. The Americas get Suicune, Europe gets Raikou and Asia & Asia Pacific gets Entei. These run until November 30th 2017.
As noted, we have our full Pokémon Listings with details on Raikou, Entei & Suicune
In The Games Department
Pokémon Shuffle - Events
A few brand new challenges have begun on Pokémon Shuffle and Pokémon Shuffle Mobile.
First is a new Ultra Challenge featuring Xurkitree. This stage can only be played 10 times and requires 20,000 coins to play. It runs until November 7th 2017
Next, a stage for Palossand has also begun. It runs until November 14th 2017
Finally, the Litten and Drifblim stages have begun repeat runs
All of these require the version 1.4.27 to download. Our Pokémon listings have been updated with these Pokémon
In The Anime Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Episode Title
Various Japanese TV guides have revealed the next episode title for upcoming episodes of the Pokémon Sun & Moon anime. This episode is set to air on November 16th. Currently there are no further details about this episode
Episode 993: Faba Strikes Back! Nebby Gets Abducted!!
30-10-2017 16:15 GMT / 11:15 EDT by Serebii
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Last Update: 16:15 BST
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
A new trailer for Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon was released by Nintendo of America. This trailer didn't showcase much new but show the encounter of Mewtwo in Ultra Space and various new elements on cinematics. Currently, the next bit of data is expected to be released this Thursday so be sure to keep checking back for news
29-10-2017 07:10 GMT / 03:10 EDT by Serebii
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Edit @ 15:28: Alola Cap Pikachu
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Pokémon Sun & Moon - Alola Cap Pikachu
The event distributing the Alola Cap version of Ash's Pikachu to Sun & Moon is due to end on Monday at 23:59. This gift gives Pikachu wearing Ash's Cap from the Sun & Moon series of the anime and comes with the Pikashunium Z Z-Crystal and is obtained with the code PIKACHU20. You can only use the code to redeem one of the 6 Ash's Pikachu so choose wisely. For full details on each of the Ash's Cap Pikachu, be sure to check our Event Database
![Pokémon of the Week - Mimikyu](https://www.serebii.net/potw-sm/778-i.jpg)
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Who's That Pokémon
Today marks the forty-eighth 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 actual appearance is unknown. A scholar who saw what was under its rag was overwhelmed by terror and died from the shock. A lonely Pokémon, it conceals its terrifying appearance beneath an old rag so it can get closer to people and other Pokémon. If its neck is broken or its rag torn during an attack, it works through the night to patch it. So, here it is, the forty-eighth entry, Mimikyu
28-10-2017 13:09 BST / 08:09 EDT by Serebii
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Last Update: 15:09 BST
Edit @ 15:09: Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Rotom distribution
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Pokémon Sun & Moon
This week, the LINE app in Japan has added an account of Rotom which can be friended and used to discuss things. Within this, you will be given a serial code to unlock the Pokémon Rotom in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon on Japanese games upon its release. Currently there are no details of the Rotom being distreibuted or any international distribution but we'll post as more comes so be sure to check back
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Pokémon Sun & Moon
The currently running Mega Stone distributions are about to end on Tuesday October 31st. These distributions are the only way to get the specific Mega Stones in Pokémon Sun & Moon so be sure to get them while you can. The codes are as follows
M2DESCENT - Mewtwonite X & Mewtwonite Y
INTIMIDATE - Beedrillite, Mawilite, Medichamite, Audinite
AZUL - Pidgeotite, Steelixite, Heracronite, Houndoominite
MATSUBUSA - Sceptilite, Blazikenite, Swampertite, Cameruptite, Banettite
SABLEVOLANT - Tyranitarite, Manectite, Abomasite, Aggronite
POYONG - Gardevoirite, Galladite, Lopunnite, Diancite
DRACHE - Ampharosite, Altarianite, Latiasite, Latiosite
27-10-2017 06:04 BST / 01:04 EDT 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: 06:04 BST
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
The date for the next bit of information for Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon has been announced. The information is to come on November 2nd at 22:00 JST/13:00 UTC/09:00 EDT/06:00 PDT. It's not currently known what information will be revealed but we will post the second it goes live so be sure to keep checking back
Edit @ 06:12: In addition to this, the official site has put out a plethora of new images focusing on various elements of the game. Not much new information was provided but it does showcase many subevents that happen in the game that didn't exist in Sun & Moon such as Bewear show in Hau'oli Mall, Team Skull ambushing an Alolan Vulpix and various other events. It also confirms Furfrou, Mime Jr., Buneary, Hawlucha and Inkay are in the new Alola Dex and hints at a use for the Strange Souvenir.
Edit @ 06:51: We also have confirmation on the return of all Global Link features including Championship Battle, which follows the World Championships ruleset as well as the return of Poké Pelago and Festival Plaza. Click the image to go to our section
26-10-2017 12:40 BST / 07:40 EDT 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: 18:23 BST
Edit @ 18:23: US Movie Airing
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 encountering Gladion and the mysterious Pokémon, Type: Null. 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 Games Department
Pokémon I Choose You
For those of you in North America, it has been confirmed by Disney XD that the movie, I Choose You, is to air in North America on Disney XD on November 25th at 10am ET/PT. This comes three weeks after its special event showcase in cinemas across the world. Teamed with the airing of the movie is the first of the episodes of Pokémon Sun & Moon that feature the return of Brock & Misty. We'll provide more details of international airings of the movie as they come
24-10-2017 01:00 BST / 20:00 EDT by Serebii
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Last Update: 10:02 BST
Edit @ 07:05: Pokémon Shuffle | Edit @ 07:26: Pokémon GO Week | Edit @ 10:02: USUM Team Rocket
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Moon
The download card for Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon has confirmed that Team Rocket are to be in the games,. At present we don't have further information, just an image of them in battle with half the name cut off and an image of their headquarters but we'll provide full details as they come so be sure to check back
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Pokémon Sun & Moon - Alola Cap Pikachu
To tie in with the 20th movie, Pokémon! I Choose You, the sixth of the Ash's Pikachu is available with the code PIKACHU20. This distribution provides Alola Cap Pikachu, which has Ash's hat from the Sun & Moon 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. This distribution is available until Monday October 30th and you can only use the code to redeem one of the 6 Ash's Pikachu so choose wisely.
For full details on each of the Ash's Cap Pikachu, be sure to check our Event Database
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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 Dhelmise. This stage will run until November 7th 2017
Next is a Mega Banette competitive stage. This is a competitive stage that runs until October 31st 2017.
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 Banettite, you will get that rather than the Level Up.
Finally, the Hoopa, Latias, Mimikyu and Gengar (Spooky) stages have begun a repeat run until October 31st 2017
In addition to that, a special Shiny Gengar is being given to all Pokémon Shuffle players.
All of these require the version 1.4.28 to download. Our Pokémon listings have been updated with these Pokémon
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Pokémon GO
A special event has been announced for South Korea. This event is the Pokémon GO Week as part of the Pokémon Festa celebrations happening in Korea, most specifically in Seoul. From November 4th through November 12th, various rarer Pokémon will start spawning more often across all of South Korea. In addition to that, on November 10th through November 12th, Mr. Mime, a region exclusive, and Unown spawning around the Lotte Mall, raid battles for Articuno, Zapdos, Moltres & Lugia will appear in Seoul
23-10-2017 07:36 BST / 02:36 EDT by Serebii
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Last Update: 07:36 BST
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Pokémon Sun & Moon - Silvally Event
The Shiny Silvally event has begun in North America and Australia/New Zealand. From today until November 13th 2017, you'll be able to get a code for Shiny Silvally at Gamestop (US) or EBGames (Australia, Canada). European distributions of this Pokémon will be running from the end of next week. Our Event Database has been updated with the details of this event.
22-10-2017 12:05 BST / 07:05 EDT 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: 12:05 BST
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Who's That Pokémon
Today marks the forty-seventh entry into the Generation VII competitive field with a Kalos 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 sixth generation. They fly around on moonless nights and attack careless prey. Nothing can beat them in a battle in the dark. The ultrasonic waves it emits from its ears can reduce a large boulder to pebbles. It swoops out of the dark to attack. So, here it is, the forty-seventh entry, Noivern
21-10-2017 14:00 BST / 09:00 EDT 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: 18:23 BST
Edit @ 18:23: Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
A new part of Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon has been revealed through an interview held by Eurogamer Portugal. Within this, it revealed that the points you earn from Mantine Surf can then be used to get items, and most notably have Move Tutors teach your Pokémon moves that they couldn't learn in Pokémon Sun & Pokémon Moon. This follows on from previous instances of Move Tutors being added in enhanced versions, sequels and remakes. At present it isn't clear if the points are also obtained through other methods or if the points are Battle Points. We'll bring more details as they come so keep checking back
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Pokémon Sun & Moon - Kalos Cap Pikachu
The event distributing the Kalos Cap version of Ash's Pikachu to Sun & Moon is due to end on Monday. This gift gives Pikachu wearing Ash's Cap from the X & Y series of the anime and comes with the Pikashunium Z Z-Crystal and is obtained with the code PIKACHU20. You can only use the code to redeem one of the 6 Ash's Pikachu so choose wisely. The event will change each week until all 6 of the Ash Pikachu are obtained:
· October 17–23: Ash's Pikachu (Kalos Cap)
· October 24–30: Ash's Pikachu (Alola Cap)
For full details on each of the Ash's Cap Pikachu, be sure to check our Event Database
20-10-2017 06:06 BST / 01:06 EDT 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: 21:18 BST
Edit @ 06:15: Screenshots | Edit @ 13:30: Marshadow Reminder | Edit @ 20:00: Pokémon GO Event
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
The official site has added multiple new screenshots for Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Little new information has come with these new screenshots but it does indicate that you will be able to have more interaction with Pokémon on the overworld, being able to pet them. It also promises something special happening when you take the Ash Cap Pikachu to the Pikachu Valley area. They also promote about how the titles of Z-Moves have been given a graphical upgrade in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon over Pokémon Sun & Moon. We have added all the new screenshots to our pre-release screenshot page so click the image to go to the page
![Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon](https://www.serebii.net/ultrasunultramoon/39.jpg)
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
A flyer being used at various retailers in Japan has reconfirmed many Version Exclusives in the game. These exclusives remain the same from Pokémon Sun & Moon with Pokémon like Turtonator and Drampa being counterparts, as well as certain fossils remaining exclusive. In addition to this, it reveals that several Ultra Beasts will retain their exclusivity with Buzzwole and Kartana remaining in Ultra Sun and Pheromosa & Celesteela being in Ultra Moon and confirms that Necrozma's forms of Dusk Mane Necrozma and Dawn Wings Necrozma are exclusive. For a full list of all exclusives we know, click the image to go to our page
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
It has been announced that, once per day in Japan, you will be able to receive a special distribution of a Rotom Power from the Roto Loto in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon in the Pokémon Center. These Rotom Powers you can receive include Roto Hatch, Roto Bargain, Roto Prize Money, Roto Experience Points, Roto Friendship, Roto Encounter and Roto Stealth. These distributions start on November 17th 2017 in Pokémon Centers
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Pokémon Sun & Moon - Marshadow Event
For those of you in North America, the Marshadow event currently running is due to end on Monday. After that, you will not be able to get any Marshadow codes, but the codes can be redeemed until February 2018 on Pokémon Sun & Moon. Currently, the event is available in the following countries:
United States - At Gamestop until October 23rd 2017
Canada - At EBGames until October 23rd 2017
Mexico - At GamePlanet until October 23rd 2017
Australia - At EBGames from the next few days until October 23rd 2017
United Kingdom - At GAME until November 16th 2017
France - At Micromania until November 16th 2017
Germany, Italy, Norway, Sweden - At Gamestop until November 16th 2017
Belgium, The Netherlands - At Intertoys (Code), GameMania, Cora, Smartoys & FNAC (Nintendo Zone) until November 16th 2017
Spain - At GAME (Nintendo Zone) and Amazon (pre-order Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon) until November 16th 2017
Portugal - At FNAC (Nintendo Zone) stores until November 16th 2017
Poland - At Swiat Gier stores until November 16th 2017
Chile - At Microplay until October 23rd 2017
Colombia - At Alkosto until October 23rd 2017
Perú - At Next Level until October 23rd 2017
Panamá - At EstiGames until October 23rd 2017
Costa Rica - At Vértigo until October 23rd 2017
Guatemala - At El Duende until October 23rd 2017
For full details on this Pokémon, be sure to check our Pokédex page for Marshadow
![Pokémon Sun & Moon](https://www.serebii.net/pokemongo/halloween2017.jpg)
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Pokémon GO
The Halloween 2017 event for Pokémon GO is live. In this event, the Generation III Pokémon, Sableye, Shuppet, Banette, Duskull & Dusclops all are appearing, as is a special Pikachu wearing a witch's hat. In addition to this, Cubone, Gastly, Drowzee and other spooky Pokémon have an increased appearance. You will also obtain double candy for walking with your Pokémon, catching Pokémon and so forth. There are also special boxes on sale for Raid Passes and Super Incubator:
The Special Box gives 5 Incense, 6 Premium Passes and 10 Pinap Berries for 480 Coins, the Great Box gives 7 Incense, 4 Super Incubators, 3 Premium Raid Passes and 10 Razz Berries for 780 Coins and the Ultra Box gives 12 Inceanse, 6 Super Incubators, 6 Lucky Eggs and 6 Premium Raid Passes for 1480 Coins. Finally, all trainers get a hat based upon the Generation VII Pokémon, Mimikyu. This event runs from October 20th at 19:00 UTC to November 2nd at 20:00 UTC
Edit @ 21:18: It has also been confirmed that you can obtain Shiny Sableye from this event in the game
19-10-2017 09:02 BST / 04:02 EDT 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: 14:46 BST
Edit @ 12:08: USUM + Episode Pictures | Edit @ 14:00: Pokémon GO
![Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon](https://www.serebii.net/usm.jpg)
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Following the leak of the Famitsu Interview, The Pokémon Company International have confirmed that Mewtwo and other Legendary Pokémon will be available in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon through the Ultra Wormholes. At present we have no further details, screenshots or video but we'll provide full details as and when they come
Edit @ 14:46: When speaking to IGN, game producer, Shigeru Ohmori has also confirmed that Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon will be the final main series Pokémon games on Nintendo 3DS, representing a culmination of their work on the device. Back in June, The Pokémon Company CEO, Tsunekazu Ishihara revealed that a main series Pokémon game was in development for the Nintendo Switch, due for release in 2018 or later.
![Pokémon Sun & Moon](https://www.serebii.net/pokemongo/halloween2017.jpg)
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Pokémon GO
The next event for Pokémon GO has been announced. This is the halloween event and confirms all the information derived from the data mines of the patch. In this event, the Generation III Pokémon, Sableye, Shuppet, Banette, Duskull & Dusclops all begin to appear, as does a special Pikachu wearing a witch's hat. In addition to this, Cubone, Gastly, Drowzee and other spooky Pokémon have an increased appearance. In addition to this, you will obtain double candy for walking with your Pokémon, catching Pokémon and so forth. There will also be special boxes on sale for Raid Passes and Super Incubator plus all trainers will get a hat based upon the Generation VII Pokémon, Mimikyu. This event runs from October 20th at 19:00 UTC to November 2nd at 20:00 UTC . We'll be adding full details of these new Pokémon and their details in Pokémon GO as the event runs so be sure to keep checking our Pokémon GO section
It also confirms that more Generation 3 Pokémon will appear in Pokémon GO as early as December.
![Pokkén Tournament](https://www.serebii.net/magikarpamazon.jpg)
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Pokémon Magikarp Jump
The mobile game, Pokémon: Magikarp Jump, has followed in the footsteps of Pokémon Duel and is now available on the Amazon App Store and on Amazon's Fire Tablet devices. This game is the same as the one obtainable on iOS and Android devices and is immediately up to date with all content
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. visiting the Aether Paradise when soon a Ditto runs amok. 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.
18-10-2017 10:13 BST / 05:13 EDT 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: 20:34 BST
Edit @ 20:34: Swapdoodle Badges
![Pokémon Comaster](https://www.serebii.net/duel2.jpg)
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Pokémon Duel - Update
The smartphone game, Pokémon Duel, has had a new update. This patch takes it to version 4.0.5 and contains a variety of bug fixes and requires 163MB 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 Lunala, Chandelure & Decidueye
The R Figures are Mimikyu, & Dartrix
The UC Figures are Litwick, Lampent, Rowlet, & Oricorio Sensu Style
It also added a new Pumpkin Time Booster which are guaranteed to hold Ghost-type Pokémon. A special 10 pack booster has also been released with a guaranteed EX or UX drop.
![Pokémon Comaster](https://www.serebii.net/games/swapdoodle.jpg)
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Pokémon Nintendo Badge Arcade - Swapdoodle Collaboration
Last year, the free piece of downloadable software, Swapdoodle, started to allow for the use of badges from Nintendo Badge Arcade and before now, Pokémon badges were not able to be used. However, as of today, all the Pokémon badges, obtained in Nintendo Badge Arcade, can now be used within the software, Swapdoodle. This allows for you to handwrite and send messages to your friends, now with the ability of attaching up to 4 of the badges you have collected in Nintendo Badge Arcade into the message.
17-10-2017 01:00 BST / 20:00 EDT 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: 16:03 BST
Edit @ 07:05: Pokémon Shuffle Event | Edit @ 15:16: Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Some new information has come out about Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon via an interview in the Famitsu magazine which has leaked on a Japanese blog. At present, the magazine is not out so details may require further translation. It confirms that the game is further detailed than people believe with there being further post-game story content than before, adding that it is far more in-depth than Pokémon Emerald & Platinum in terms of change and that the story is twice that of Pokémon Sun & Moon's. It also states that catching and training Pokémon will have elements to make it easier to obtain compared to Sun & Moon. It also confirms that you will encounter various Legendary Pokémon through the Ultra Wormholes when you travel through portals on Solgaleo & Lunala, including Legendary Pokémon, noting the possibility of Mewtwo. We'll bring more as it comes
Edit @ 16:03: In addition to this, The Pokémon Company International and Nintendo have put out an English version of the story trailer that aired on Oha Suta a few weeks ago
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Pokémon Sun & Moon - Kalos Cap Pikachu
To tie in with the 20th movie, Pokémon! I Choose You, the fifth of the Ash's Pikachu is available with the code PIKACHU20. This distribution provides Kalos Cap Pikachu, which has Ash's hat from the X & Y 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. This distribution is available until Monday October 23rd and you can only use the code to redeem one of the 6 Ash's Pikachu so choose wisely. The event will change each week until all 6 of the Ash Pikachu are obtained:
· October 17–23: Ash's Pikachu (Kalos Cap)
· October 24–30: Ash's Pikachu (Alola Cap)
For full details on each of the Ash's Cap Pikachu, be sure to check our Event Database
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Pokémon GO
The App Store has updated with a new image to promote Pokémon GO. This image further confirms the inclusion of some Generation 3 Pokémon but also includes the first image of Pikachu wearing a spooky hat for the duration of the event. We still don't have full details of this upcoming event but we'll post as soon as they come.
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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 Alolan Marowak which runs until October 31st 2017
Next is a repeat of the spooky Safari which includes Zubat, Golbat, Crobat, Drifloon, Pumpkaboo (Costume), Gourgeist (Costume) and Pikachu (Costume)
Next, the Sableye (Costume) event has begun a repeat run until October 31st 2017
Finally, the Bellossom, Kingdra, Ho-Oh and Shiny Gyarados Costume Pikachu have begun repeat runs until October 24th 2017
All of these require the version 1.4.18 to download. Our Pokémon listings have been updated with these Pokémon
16-10-2017 06:41 BST / 01:41 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: 17:10 BST
Edit @ 17:10: Shiny Silvally Event
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Pokémon Sun & Moon - Silvally Event
The Shiny Silvally event has had multiple new distributions announced. In North America, you'll be able to get it at Gamestop (US) or EB Games (Canada) from October 23rd to November 13th 2017 while in the UK you'll be able to get it at GAME from November 3rd through to November 16th 2017. The code can then be redeemed until February 13th 2018. This distribution matches ones that hit Japan, Korea and Taiwan last month. Our Event Database has been updated with the details of this event.
Edit @ 18:54: Also confirmed to be in the GAME stores in Spain from November 3rd, Micromania in France, and Gamestop in Germany
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PokéLand
A new Alpha Test is to begin for the smartphone title, PokéLand. This game is a continuation of the Pokémon Rumble series and had a previous beta test in June. This test runs on Android devices in Japan from October 17th through to October 27th with an iOS test coming later this year. This new alpha test includes more stages and Pokémon available to the players, as well as giving access to more items and abilities for each of the Pokémon. There is currently no final release date for this game
Edit @ 06:51: Added a dozen new screenshots to our Pre-Release Screenshot Page
15-10-2017 06:23 BST / 01:23 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: 21:58 BST
Edit @ 12:28: Pokémon of the Week | Edit @ 21:58: Detective Pikachu
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Pokémon GO
The next event for Pokémon GO has been announced. This update provides various bugfixes however data mining of the patch has revealed that the first Generation 3 Pokémon are to hit the game around the Halloween update. The new load screen has been found within it and it showcases Sableye, Duskull, Dusclops, Shuppet and Banette while the trainer has a Mimikyu based hat. We'll provide full details on the inclusion of Generation 3 Pokémon as and when they come
![Pokémon's Detective Pikachu](https://www.serebii.net/detectivepikachu.jpg)
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Pokémon's Detective Pikachu
Some news has come about the upcoming live-action Pokémon movie. The movie, Pokémon's Detective Pikachu, based on the 3DS title, Detective Pikachu ~Birth of a New Duo~, released in Japan in February 2016 has finally been given a production date. According to Screen Rant, this movie is going to begin production in London in January 2018. This movie is being produced by Legendary Pictures and directed by Rob Letterman. Currently a release date has yet to be determined but we'll bring all news of this movie as and when they come so keep checking back
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Who's That Pokémon
Today marks the forty-sixth entry into the Generation VII competitive field with a Hoenn 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 third generation. The flapping of its wings sounds something like singing. Those lured by the sound are enveloped in a sandstorm, becoming Flygon’s prey. This Pokémon hides in the heart of sandstorms it creates and seldom appears where people can see it. So, here it is, the forty-sixth entry, Flygon
14-10-2017 07:45 BST / 02:45 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: 17:16 BST
Edit @ 17:16: Unova Cap Pikachu Reminder
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Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Following a mysterious Z-Crystal in a trailer, a bit of merchandise has come out and confirmed that Mimikyu is getting a Z-Move. The Z-Power Ring merchandise comes with the Mimikum Z Z-Crystal toy. Currently the move is unknown, but the imagery on the box matches the move Mimikyu was using in the initial Pokémon Direct reveal of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon back in June. We'll provide further details as they come
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Pokémon Sun & Moon - Unova Cap Pikachu
The event distributing the Unova Cap version of Ash's Pikachu to Sun & Moon is due to end on Monday. This gift gives Pikachu wearing Ash's Cap from the Black & White series of the anime and comes with the Pikashunium Z Z-Crystal and is obtained with the code PIKACHU20. You can only use the code to redeem one of the 6 Ash's Pikachu so choose wisely. The event will change each week until all 6 of the Ash Pikachu are obtained:
· October 10–16: Ash's Pikachu (Unova Cap)
· October 17–23: Ash's Pikachu (Kalos Cap)
· October 24–30: Ash's Pikachu (Alola Cap)
For full details on each of the Ash's Cap Pikachu, be sure to check our Event Database
13-10-2017 08:05 BST / 03:05 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: 08:05 BST
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Pokkén Tournament DX - Patch
A new update has been announced for Pokkén Tournament DX. This update adds a variety of new features. They are:
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 is not currently live but will be rolled out soon. We'll provide full details as they come
In The Games Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Charizard Event
For those of you in North America, the special Charizard distribution running in Target ends tomorrow. This distribution of Charizard is Level 50 with the moves Dragon Dance, Flare Blitz, Fly & Earthquake and holds a Red Card. Be sure to get the event while you still can
12-10-2017 12:45 BST / 07:45 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: 21:08 BST
Edit @ 14:00: Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
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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 Solgaleo & Lunala's Z-Moves, the Rotom Pokédex and more. We will be updating this post with all the elements of the reveal so keep checking back
It confirms Solgaleo's Z-Move is Searing Sunraze Smash and Lunala's is Menacing Moonraze Maelstrom
It also confirms the Rotom Pokédex feature is called Roto Loto in English and provides various items with powers that boost things like Experience Points.
Edit @ 14:07: We have updated our Pre-ReleaseScreenshot page with new screenshots
Edit @ 14:12: Necrozma's Photon Geyser attacks compares its Attack & Special Attack and uses the larger for damage
Edit @ 14:16: Updated our New Attacks & New Z-Moves pages with details on these new moves
Edit @ 14:28: Created a preliminary Rotom Dex upgrade page
Edit @ 21:08: Pre-loading of Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon will open up on the Nintendo 3DS eShop on November 2nd 2017 in Japan. It's probable that preloads in Europe and North America will go live at similar times
![Nebby's Panic! The Teleport Happened Suddenly!!](https://www.serebii.net/988.jpg)
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 Nebby learning how to use Teleport. 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.
10-10-2017 01:00 BST / 20:00 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: 17:44 BST
Edit @ 06:13: Pokémon Global Link | Edit @ 07:05: Pokémon Shuffle | Edit @ 12:11: CoroCoro
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In The Games Department
Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - CoroCoro
The first images from CoroCoro have leaked and have revealed the latest news on Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. As always, do note that translations are preliminary while we work on them.
First, it reveals special Z Moves for Dusk Mane Necrozma & Solgaleo using the Solgaleo Z which turns Sunsteel Strike into the move Sunshine Smasher, and Dawn Wings Necrozma & Lunala using the Lunala Z which turns Moongeist Beam into Moonlight Blaster. It also introduces a new move known by Dusk Mane Necrozma called Photon Geyser
It also confirms both of the new forms of Necrozma have got the ability Prism Armor.
In addition to this, it mentions Z Rotom Power, where if you have good compatibility with Rotom, it can power up Z-Moves by letting you use Z-Moves more than once in one battle. Rotom Dex also has various new features introduced in the game. The magazine lists it as becoming more like you the more you use it. Rotom will also help you to get items & powers using a feature called Rotopon which access items in a feature listed as "Rotom Power" which do things such as boost experience. You can also interact with the Rotom Pokédex more, answering questions from it and getting reactions
We'll bring more as it comes
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In The Games Department
Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
The Pokémon Global Link is to go down for maintenance on November 10th 2017 at 00:00 UTC until some point on November 17th 2017 where it opens up for Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon connectivity. During this period, all functions that require the Pokémon Global Link will not work in Pokémon Sun & Moon. Afterwards, the Global Link will open up and, according to the English Global Link, you will receive a special gift when you register Pokémon Ultra Sun or Ultra Moon to your account
![Pokémon Sun & Moon](https://www.serebii.net/sunmoon/unovacappikachuevent.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Unova Cap Pikachu
To tie in with the 20th movie, Pokémon! I Choose You, the third of the Ash's Pikachu is available with the code PIKACHU20. This distribution provides Unova Cap Pikachu, which has Ash's hat from the Black & White 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. This distribution is available until Monday October 16th and you can only use the code to redeem one of the 6 Ash's Pikachu so choose wisely. The event will change each week until all 6 of the Ash Pikachu are obtained:
· October 10–16: Ash's Pikachu (Unova Cap)
· October 17–23: Ash's Pikachu (Kalos Cap)
· October 24–30: Ash's Pikachu (Alola Cap)
For full details on each of the Ash's Cap Pikachu, be sure to check our Event Database
Edit @ 09:58: Due to a glitch in the system, players with the European Spanish Pokémon Moon are currently receiving the Alola Cap Pikachu. It's unclear why or when this shall be fixed. Edit @ 13:22: It has now been fixed
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Pokémon VGC 2018
Registration for the 2017 European International Championships is now live on the official site. For Junior/Senior players, it costs €30 to enter while for Masters it's €45. There's also Spectator Registration of €10. The event is also to be live streamed with the usual set of commentators. We will host the livestream here on the weekend of November 17th to November 19th. The tournament schedule is as follows
Thursday, November 16
7–9 p.m.: Masters Division player and spectator check-in / on-site registration (subject to availability)
Friday, November 17
7:30–8 a.m.: Masters Division player and spectator late check-in
8:30 a.m.: Hall doors open
9 a.m.: Masters Division player meeting (TCG and VG)
Masters Division play begins immediately after player meeting.
7–9 p.m.: Junior and Senior division player and spectator check-in / on-site registration (subject to availability)
Saturday, November 18
7:30–8 a.m.: Junior and Senior Division player and spectator late check-in
8:30 a.m.: Hall doors open
9 a.m.: Junior and Senior Division player meeting (TCG and VG)
Junior and Senior Division play begins immediately after player meeting.
9 a.m.: Masters Division Day Two start (TCG and VG)
Sunday, November 19
8:30 a.m.: Hall doors open
8:30 a.m.: Top 4 check-in for all divisions (TCG and VG)
9 a.m.: Top 4 round begins for all divisions (TCG and VG)
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In The Games Department
Pokémon Shuffle - New Stages
The latest update to Pokémon Shuffle has come and includes many brand new stages for the 3DS version. We're currently working through them and will be adding them to our Location page and our Pokémon Listings so keep checking back. In addition to that, Pokémon Shuffle Mobile has added more stages, once again bringing it in line with the 3DS version
![Pokémon Shuffle](https://www.serebii.net/shuffle/poliwrathevent.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon Shuffle - Events
A few brand new challenges have begun on Pokémon Shuffle and Pokémon Shuffle Mobile.
First a special stage featuring Poliwrath has begun. It runs until October 17th 2017
Next, a unique stage for Camerupt has also begun. It also runs until October 17th 2017
Next is a Mega Camerupt competitive stage. This is a competitive stage that runs until October 17th 2017.
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 Cameruptite, you will get that rather than the Level Up.
Finally, the Politoed and Volcanion stages have begun repeat runs
All of these require the version 1.4.27 to download. Our Pokémon listings have been updated with these Pokémon
09-10-2017 09:25 BST / 04:25 EDT by Serebii
Be sure to check last Thursday's update for a brand new Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon trailer. 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: 09:25 BST
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In The Games Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Marshadow Event
The Marshadow event has begun in the US and various other countries. At present, we're still getting more details for European countries and more information so be sure to keep checking back periodically for updates. Currently, the event is available in the following countries:
United States - At Gamestop until October 23rd 2017
Canada - At EBGames until October 23rd 2017
Mexico - At GamePlanet until October 23rd 2017
Australia - At EBGames from the next few days until October 23rd 2017
United Kingdom - At GAME until November 16th 2017
France - At Micromania until November 16th 2017
Germany, Italy, Norway, Sweden - At Gamestop until November 16th 2017
Belgium, The Netherlands - At Intertoys (Code), GameMania, Cora, Smartoys & FNAC (Nintendo Zone) until November 16th 2017
Spain - At GAME (Nintendo Zone) and Amazon (pre-order Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon) until November 16th 2017
Portugal - At FNAC (Nintendo Zone) stores until November 16th 2017
Poland - At Swiat Gier stores until November 16th 2017
Chile - At Microplay until October 23rd 2017
Colombia - At Alkosto until October 23rd 2017
Perú - At Next Level until October 23rd 2017
Panamá - At EstiGames until October 23rd 2017
Costa Rica - At Vértigo until October 23rd 2017
Guatemala - At El Duende until October 23rd 2017
For full details on this Pokémon, be sure to check our Pokédex page for Marshadow
08-10-2017 12:00 BST / 07:00 EDT by Serebii
Be sure to check last Thursday's update for a brand new Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon trailer. 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: 12:00 BST
![Pokémon of the Week - Nidoking](https://www.serebii.net/potw-sm/034-i.jpg)
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Who's That Pokémon
Today marks the forty-fifth entry into the Generation VII competitive field with a Kanto 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 first generation. Nidoking's thick tail packs enormously destructive power. With one swing, it can topple a metal transmission tower. Once this Pokémon goes on a rampage, there is no stopping it. It is recognized by its rock-hard hide and its extended horn. Be careful with the horn, as it contains venom. One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick. So, here it is, the forty-fifth entry, Nidoking
07-10-2017 11:14 BST / 06:14 EDT by Serebii
Be sure to check last Thursday's update for a brand new Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon trailer. 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: 20:34 BST
Edit @ 12:33: Episode Titles | Edit @ 20:34: Pokémon GO Patch
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In The Games Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Sinnoh Cap Pikachu
The event distributing the Sinnoh Cap version of Ash's Pikachu to Sun & Moon is due to end on Monday. This gift gives Pikachu wearing Ash's Cap from the Diamond & Pearl series of the anime and comes with the Pikashunium Z Z-Crystal and is obtained with the code PIKACHU20. You can only use the code to redeem one of the 6 Ash's Pikachu so choose wisely. The event will change each week until all 6 of the Ash Pikachu are obtained:
· October 3–9: Ash's Pikachu (Sinnoh Cap)
· October 10–16: Ash's Pikachu (Unova Cap)
· October 17–23: Ash's Pikachu (Kalos Cap)
· October 24–30: Ash's Pikachu (Alola Cap)
For full details on each of the Ash's Cap Pikachu, be sure to check our Event Database
![Pokémon Sun & Moon](https://www.serebii.net/pokemongo.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon GO
The next patch for Pokémon GO has been announced. This patch alters transferring of Pokémon that are costumed such as the hat Pikachu/Raichu so they ask for confirmation. It also prevents mass transfer. In addition to this, it fixes various bugs such as network errors in Gyms, Raid Battles displaying the wrong number of trainers in the lobby and a glitch making the Pokémon selected reset when you go to items in a Raid lobby.
![Pokémon Shuffle](https://www.serebii.net/smtitle.jpg)
In The Anime Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Episode Title
Various Japanese TV guides have revealed the next three episode titles for upcoming episodes of the Pokémon Sun & Moon anime. These episodes are set to air on October 26th, November 2nd and November 9th respectively. The episodes feature Ash meeting with Gladion to discover a mysterious Pokémon that he hadn't seen before, but Gladion doesn't want people to see it and discovering some history between Lillie & Gladion's past with the Pokémon. The second episode features Burnet discovering Lillie sneaking out at night.
Episode 990: Gladion & Silvally! The Confinement Mask!!
Episode 991: Strike a Fully Powered Pose for a Sleepover!
Episode 992: Lillie & Silvally: Memories Reborn!
06-10-2017 15:25 BST / 10:25 EDT by Serebii
Be sure to check yesterday's update for a brand new Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon trailer. 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: 17:05 BST
Edit @ 16:20: Pokkén Tournament Code | Edit @ 17:05: VGC 2018 Ruleset
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In The Games Department
Pokémon VGC 2018
The VGC 2018 ruleset has finally been confirmed. Transitioning at January 1st 2018, the new rules are as follows
Battles will be Double Battles played using Pokémon Ultra Sun & Pokémon Ultra Moon
Almost all Pokémon within the National Pokédex are allowed provided they have the Alola Black Clover symbol. The standard Legendary Pokémon bans such as Mewtwo, Groudon etc. continue. No Mythical Pokémon or Ash-Greninja are allowed
Duplicate Pokémon are not allowed.
All items are allowed, but duplicate items are not allowed
All Pokémon are set to Lv. 50, including Pokémon below Lv. 50
Player time is 5 minutes
This matches previous rulesets following on from the Regional Pokédex and will run through until World Championships in August and then likely continue on until the early part of the 2018/2019 Circuit
![Pokémon Shuffle](https://www.serebii.net/pokkentraining.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokkén Tournament DX
Two new special codes have been announced for Pokkén Tournament DX. These codes unlock a special Training outfit. For female trainers the code is ABZMNSU8D7QN and for male players the code is 8RMGLXANVZ3R and will work in all regions
In The TCG Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - TCG Set Release
Today marks the release of the special Pokémon TCG Set, Shining Legends. This set contains 78 cards of various Pokémonwith a focus on Legendary Pokémon and Mythical Pokémon, with many of them having Shiny variants. Our card listing and the associated Cardex have been updated with the details of this set
05-10-2017 08:03 BST / 03:03 EDT by Serebii
Be sure to check yesterday's update for a brand new Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon trailer. 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: 14:52 BST
Edit @ 09:27: Pokémon Duel | Edit @ 12:06: Episode Pictures
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In The Games Department
Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
New Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon news has come including a new Ultra Beast, UB Adhesive which is a Poison-type. There's also a new team called Ultra Recon Squad who dwell in an area in Ultra Space called Ultra Megalopolis. There are also various other areas to explore in Ultra Space
UB Burst is Fire/Ghost with a new move, Mind Blown, and UB Assembly is Rock/Steel
Ultra Recon Squad's team members are Dulse, Zossie, Soliera, and Phyco with their appearances varying depending on the game: Dulse & Zossie in Ultra Sun and Soliera and Phyco in Ultra Moon.
Edit @ 14:12: Added screenshots to our pre-release screenshot page
Edit @ 14:23: Updated our Pre-Release Pokémon page
Edit @ 14:26: Created a page on New Pokémon Attacks
Edit @ 14:42: Created a page on Ultra Space
Edit @ 14:52: Created a preliminary page on Ultra Recon Squad
![Pokémon Comaster](https://www.serebii.net/duel/poisongymcup.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon Duel - Update
The smartphone game, Pokémon Duel, has had a new update. This update brings the Poison Gym Cup. Trophies will also be given at the end of the event with you being able to display on your ranking screen. This event has all Poison-type Movement 0, 1 & 2 figures get an increase of 1 for movement and Psychic-types getting an Attack increase of 20 for each attack. The rewards include a brand new figure, Alolan Raichu. It lasts until October 9th at 07:59 UTC with Booster Redemptions until October 13th.
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 encountering the Legendary Pokémon, Cosmog. 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 Pokémon Department
Pokémon - LINE Stickers
For those of you who have the social media app, LINE on your iOS, Android or Windows Mobile devices, The Pokémon Company has today put out a special Character Filter featuring Rowlet, Litten & Popplio as well as Pikachu elements to photo messages. This is a temporary campaign with the filters set to leave on November 4th.
04-10-2017 07:41 BST / 02:41 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: 23:32 BST
Edit @ 09:41: Pokémon Shuffle | Edit @ 16:11: I Choose You Trailer | Edit @ 23:18: Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon News
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In The Games Department
Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Japanese variety show, Oha Suta, is to air a special episode tomorrow morning JST where their cast visits The Pokémon Company. Within this, they are stating that they will be showing a Global Premiere of footage from Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. It's currently unclear if this footage, while a global premiere, will reveal any new content but we'll post as soon as anything is known so be sure to check back later today
Edit @ 23:16: They showed a battle showcasing I Choose You Cap Pikachu & Dusk Mane Necrozma against Primarina, Lycanroc Dusk Form & Dawn Wings Necrozma
Edit @ 23:20: The trailer showcased various new elements including Ultra Beasts appearing in front of Kahunas including Guzzlord and Xurkitree as well as the mysterious team, return of Guzma, the heroes riding on Solgaleo & Lunala and more. We hope for an official upload soon so keep checking back
Edit @ 23:22: One of the characters from the mysterious team is called Zionira who talks about Necrozma's effect on Alola with Necrozma going to steal light
Edit @ 23:32: Trailer has been released
![Pokémon Shuffle](https://www.serebii.net/shuffle/safari1017event.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon Shuffle - Events
A few brand new challenges have begun on Pokémon Shuffle and Pokémon Shuffle Mobile.
First is a Pokémon Safari. This Safari repeats a previous one that includes Roggenrola, Boldore, Gigalith, Fletchling, Fletchinder & Numel while adding Female Hippopotas and Female Hippowdon. It runs until October 10th 2017
In addition to this, the September login bonus including a new Pikachu is being distributed to all qualifying players
All of these require the version 1.4.25 to download. Our Pokémon listings have been updated with these Pokémon
In The Anime Department
Pokémon I Choose You
Ahead of the release of the movie in the cinemas across the globe on November 5th/6th, The Pokémon Company International has sent out the theatrical trailer for the movie, showcasing all the new elements for it. Tickets for the movie are still on sale globally through Fathom Events
03-10-2017 01:03 BST / 20:03 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: 17:07 BST
Edit @ 05:00: Mega Melee Gift | Edit @ 07:03: Pokémon Shuffle Events | Edit @ 17:07: UK Marshadow
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In The Games Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Sinnoh Cap Pikachu
To tie in with the 20th movie, Pokémon! I Choose You, the third of the Ash's Pikachu is available with the code PIKACHU20. This distribution provides Sinnoh Cap Pikachu, which has Ash's hat from the Diamond & Pearl 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. This distribution is available until Monday October 9th and you can only use the code to redeem one of the 6 Ash's Pikachu so choose wisely. The event will change each week until all 6 of the Ash Pikachu are obtained:
· October 3–9: Ash's Pikachu (Sinnoh Cap)
· October 10–16: Ash's Pikachu (Unova Cap)
· October 17–23: Ash's Pikachu (Kalos Cap)
· October 24–30: Ash's Pikachu (Alola Cap)
For full details on each of the Ash's Cap Pikachu, be sure to check our Event Database
![Pokkén Tournament](https://www.serebii.net/sunmoon/marshadowevent2.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Marshadow Event
For those of you in the UK, the Marshadow event has had a subtle beginning. In GAME stores, you'll be able to get the serial code for Marshadow until November 16th. However, stores are gradually getting codes so different stores may not have codes for the next few days so be sure to check your local store. We'll bring more international details as they come
In The Games Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - 50 BP Gift
For those of you who participated in the recent Mega Melee Battle Competition, the entry gift is now available to all qualifying players through this link after logging into the Global Link. This gift is 50 Battle Points, and needs to be redeemed by October 30th 2017 at 23:59 UTC.
In The Games Department
Pokémon Shuffle - Events
A few brand new challenges have begun on Pokémon Shuffle and Pokémon Shuffle Mobile.
First is the Tapu Fini stage. This stage costs 600 coins to play and runs until October 17th 2017
Finally, the Totodile (Winking), Feraligatr, Zygarde 10% and Zygarde Complete Forme stages have begun repeat runs until October 17th 2017
All of these require the version 1.4.25 to download. Our Pokémon listings have been updated with these Pokémon
![Pokémon Comaster](https://www.serebii.net/duel2.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon Duel - Update
Pokémon Duel is now available on Amazon's App Store. With this, the game is available on Amazon Fire devices including their tablets making it the third platform the game is on. Currently the game is only released on Amazon in the same regions it was released on iOS and Android. When further international releases are announced, we shall post here
Edit @ 11:47: It has also been confirmed that the next Gym Cup will be the Poison Gym Cup and will give the reward of a figure for Alolan Raichu. The date for the Gym Cup has yet to be announced but this gym cup does include the effect of powering up Psychic-type Pokémon figures. We'll provide full details as and when they come
02-10-2017 09:25 BST / 04:25 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: 17:48 BST
Edit @ 17:48: Pokémon GO - Halloween Event
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In The Games Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Marshadow Event
The Marshadow event has begun in multiple European countries. At present, it is available at Gamestop in Germany & Italy, GAME (Nintendo Zone) in Spain, Intertoys in The Netherlands, and Belgium and GameMania in The Netherlands & Belgium, as well as Cora, Smartoys & FNAC (Nintendo Zone) in Belgium with codes being available until November 16th. We are currently awaiting further European distribution details so keep checking back. For full details on this Pokémon, be sure to check our Pokédex page for Marshadow
![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 4.0.4 and contains a variety of bug fixes and requires 163MB 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 including Mega Evolutions.
The EX Figures are Solgaleo & Tapu Lele
The R Figures are Cosmog, Cosmoem, & Espeon
The UC Figures are Igglybuff, & Oricori P'au Style
It also added a new Orange Time Booster which are guaranteed to hold Psychic-type or Bug-type Pokémon. 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 Beedrill
Removed Twineedle and replaced with Pin Missile
Increased wheel size of Poison Shock
Decreased wheel size of Miss
Beedrill
Removed Twineedle and replaced with Pin Missile
Added Toxic
Decreased wheel size of Miss
Mewtwo
Changed An nihilate's effect
Increased wheel size for Annihilate
Removed Psychic and replaced it with Psycho Cut with a smaller wheel size
Gardevoir
Increased Super Psy power from 40 to 100 with a larger wheel size
Increased wheel size of Warp Hole
Decreased wheel size of Moonblast and Miss
Metagross
Increased Metal Claw power from 90 to 100
Bronzong
Removed Confusion and replaced it with Heavy Slam
Increased Extrasensory power from 80 to 100 with a smaller wheel size
Increased wheel size for Iron Defense
![Pokémon Shuffle](https://www.serebii.net/pokemongo.jpg)
In The Games Department
Pokémon GO
The Pokémon Company International have confirmed that there is to be a special event held in Pokémon GO to coincide with Halloween. At present there are no further details for this event but we will post when any come so be sure to keep checking back.
01-10-2017 07:14 BST / 02:14 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: 12:30 BST
Edit @ 12:30: Pokémon of the Week & Charizard Event
In The Games Department
Pokémon Sun & Moon - Charizard Event
For those of you in North America, the special Charizard distribution has begun in Target stores via serial code. This distribution of Charizard is Level 50 with the moves Dragon Dance, Flare Blitz, Fly & Earthquake and holds a Red Card and runs until October 14th giving just two weeks to receive this distribution. Our Event Database has been updated to include the details of this event
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In The Games Department
Pokémon Regional Championships 2017
Today marks the last day of the Pokémon Special Event in Bilbao and, like previous events, both of the events are going to be officially streamed by The Pokémon Company International across different streams. Each game has got its own individual stream
Bilbao's Stream will begin shortly before 08:00 GMT / 03:00 EST / 00:00 PST / 06:00 AEST
Click the following links to go to the respective streams
Bilbao
Pokémon Video Game Regional Championships
Pokémon Trading Card Game Regional Championships
![Pokémon of the Week - Heatran](https://www.serebii.net/potw-sm/485-i.jpg)
In The Pokémon of the Week Department
Who's That Pokémon
Today marks the forty-fourth entry into the Generation VII competitive field with a Sinnoh 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 fourth generation. It dwells in volcanic caves. It digs in with its cross-shaped feet to crawl on ceilings and walls. Boiling blood, like magma, circulates through its body. It makes its dwelling place in volcanic caves. So, here it is, the forty-fourth entry, Heatran