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List of clothing (anime)

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Clark Griswald:

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In the [[Pokémon anime]], while the main characters will generally wear a single outfit for several seasons, they have changed outfits from time to time and, at the start of a new [[series]], changed their main outfit entirely. This is a list of the different clothing and outfits worn by the main characters.

=={{Ash}}==
===Main outfits===
All of Ash's main outfits are highlighted by his {{AP|hat}}. They often strongly feature the colors red and blue, along with black, white, green and golden yellow. These are primary and bold colors, accenting Ash's primary status in the series.

====Original series====
[[File:Ash anime art.png|thumb|left|120px|Ash's first outfit]]
One of the curious notes about Ash's first outfit is that, unlike {{an|May}}, {{an|Dawn}}, {{an|Iris}} and {{an|Cilan}}, while it is clear his clothing is directly inspired by {{ga|Red}}'s, it is a unique outfit design in its own right. This fact is also echoed by the outfits of {{an|Brock}} and {{an|Misty}}, which were designed purely for the {{pkmn|anime}} instead of using the outfits seen in the games themselves and the artwork for the games.

The upper outfit is a blue jacket with gold trim and white collar and sleeves, worn open over a dark cyan t-shirt. Ash kept his [[Kanto]], [[Orange League]], and [[Johto]] [[Badge]]s pinned to the inside of the jacket, which from time to time, would be taken off by him, most notably when his Pokémon need warmth. His lower outfit consists of jeans with light blue cuffs, black and white sneakers with red dots on both sides, and a brown belt, which he used to hang his [[Poké Ball]]s.

Ash also wears green fingerless gloves with light green borders, and of course, [[Ash's hat|his hat]]. The only part of the outfit with a known story behind it is the hat, which he won from a contest from the [[Pokémon League]]. Ash would turn his hat backwards when he was concentrating heavily, such as when he would face a Trainer or capture a Pokémon. This was very much the case early in his journey in Kanto, though by the time his journey in Johto ended, he hardly ever turned his cap.

He has a green [[bag|backpack]] with a yellow square label and slings with black adjusters on it. The backpack has two pockets and two open compartments on each side. The main, bigger pocket is delimited by a black zip fastener, while the external pocket has an orange stripe on it.

Ash wore this outfit from ''[[EP001|Pokémon - I Choose You!]]'' to ''[[EP273|Gotta Catch Ya Later!]]''.
 

====''Advanced Generation'' series====
[[File:AshAG.png|thumb|left|120px|Ash's second outfit]]
Ash's second outfit was the first alternate main outfit to be seen on any character, and by default, the least expected. Brock and Misty's second outfits would not debut until several episodes after Ash's did. This outfit was given to Ash as a gift by [[Delia Ketchum|his mother]] in ''[[EP273|Gotta Catch Ya Later!]]''.

Along with a new hat, Ash wore a hoodie instead of a jacket, black gloves instead of green, and new jeans and sneakers. However, he keeps the hoodie closed, possibly because he no longer keeps Badges pinned to the inside. The backpack is green, with one pocket and a red Poké Ball design on it.

All of his new clothes, however, bear a notable resemblance to his old clothes, probably to maintain his style and avoid confusion which would be caused by a completely new appearance. This becomes a common theme among all new outfits: the new ones take on the style on the former outfits.

The symbol on his hat, backpack, and hoodie pocket reflect the [[Poké Ball]] symbols seen frequently in the [[Generation III]] games, particularly in the designs of the [[player character|main characters']] clothes. Ash's {{series|Advanced Generation}} outfit is similar to the one {{ga|Red}} wears in Generation III, most notably, his sleeves.

Ash wore this outfit from ''[[EP274|Hoenn Alone!]]'' to ''[[DP003|When Pokémon Worlds Collide!]]'', making this the first outfit he has wore during more than one series, with a total of three.
 

====''Diamond & Pearl'' series====
[[File:Ash DP.png|thumb|left|120px|Ash's third outfit]]
Based on the example set by the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, most fans were expecting Ash to wear a new outfit at the start of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}.

His third outfit takes a step back to his first outfit by wearing a jacket instead of a hoodie, and with colors closer to the original. It also has a white undershirt instead of black for a change, as well as a new hat, new jeans, and new sneakers. The gloves are the same as those from his second outfit. The backpack is similar to to the one he wore in AG, being green with one pocket, and having a white Poké Ball design with a red "button". It should be noted that this new outfit is mostly based on that of {{ga|Lucas}}, the male player character from {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}. The only differences are the hat designs, sneakers, backpack color, and the fact that Ash wears open fingered gloves, but no scarf. It also bears traits of {{ga|Red}}'s outfit, mainly the white collar, though there is the fact he is now wearing a closed jacket, another similarity with Red's.

One of the most common complaints among fans about the outfit is the yellow stripe across Ash's chest. This is, considering its curve, apparently based on the lower half of the [[Poké Ball]] symbol which was seen on Ash's pocket in his second outfit. However, given how long it is now, it is more difficult to tell.

Ash wore this outfit from ''[[DP003|When Pokémon Worlds Collide!]]'' to ''[[DP191|Memories Are Made of Bliss]]''.
 

====''Best Wishes'' series====
[[File:Ash Ketchum BW.png|thumb|left|120px|Ash's fourth outfit]]
As expected, Ash has received a new outfit for the {{series|Best Wishes}}. Outfit changes are now accepted as routine if and when the anime changes sagas.

As with his previous outfit, this one appears to be modeled on the outfit worn by {{ga|Hilbert}} from {{game|Black and White|s}}, with the differences being the clothing shades and the hat, which resembles the one from the original series. Ash's new clothing closely follows the same color scheme he has always had: red, blue, yellow, green, black, and white. In this series Ash's sneakers are high tops, rather than the normal sneakers he wore during the other series. Instead of blue jeans, Ash starts to wear black baggy jeans and wears a hoodie just like in AG. He wears black fingerless gloves but the border is red. The backpack is blue-green, with one pocket, black straps, and a light green, curved stripe on it, resembling a Poké Ball design.

Ash wore this outfit from ''[[BW001|In The Shadow of Zekrom!]]'' to ''[[BW142|The Dream Continues!]]''.
 

====''XY'' series====
[[File:Ash XY.png|thumb|left|120px|Ash's fifth outfit]]
Ash's outfit seems to be modeled after the outfit worn by {{ga|Calem}} from the games, with some differences. The jacket that Calem wears has been shortened into a collared shirt for Ash, and a black undershirt is visible, both worn very much in the same style as {{ga|Red}}'s Generation III outfit. Ash wears red high top sneakers, similar to those worn in the Best Wishes series, and darker blue jeans. The backpack is one pocket, colored green with a white, slanted Poké Ball design on it, similar to previous generations.

Ash's hat continues to sport the rounded Poké Ball design seen in previous generations, and most notably seems to be directly based off of Red's Generation III hat; albeit modified to somewhat resemble characteristics of Calem's hat as well. In general, the outfit heavily borrows characteristics from Red and Calem.

Ash started wearing this outfit in ''[[BW142|The Dream Continues!]]'' when he received it from his mother [[Delia Ketchum]].
 

===Side outfits===
====Formal clothes====
* Ash wore a {{wp|yukata}} to a summer festival in ''[[EP020|The Ghost of Maiden's Peak]]''.
* Ash and Brock don party outfits in ''[[EP043|The March of the Exeggutor Squad]]''. Ash wears a bright orange {{wp|tuxedo (clothing)|tuxedo}} with a frilled shirt and orange {{wp|bowler hat}}.
* Ash fantasizes about wearing a blue tuxedo for a movie premier in ''[[EP070|Go West Young Meowth]]''.
* In ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', the characters dress up in formal medieval-themed outfits. Ash wore an outfit based directly on that of [[Sir Aaron]]: a blue {{wp|tunic}} over a gray long-sleeved shirt and gray pants, matched with blue gloves and boots and a black hat with a teal band and a hooded {{wp|cape}}.
* In the [[Wallace Cup]], Ash wore a fedora hat and a tuxedo.

====Weather clothes====
=====Swimwear=====
* In the [[original series]], Ash's most common swimwear is a pair of teal trunks with yellow stripes running down the sides.
* Ash wore blue trunks with palm trees and coconuts in ''[[EP108|Pokémon Double Trouble]]''.
* Ash changed to a different swimsuit along with his main clothing in the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, in which he wore orange trunks with a green and yellow double stripe going down the left side. The same pattern was on the right as well, but appeared only on the waistband and was much smaller. This swimsuit actually appeared once before, in ''[[EP067|The Pi-Kahuna]]'', but it didn't appear frequently until Ash's adventures in Hoenn.
* In the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, Ash wears red trunks with light blue lines at the bottom and dark blue upside-down v-patterns on the sides. Like his ''Advanced Generation'' swimsuit, Ash had worn this one before in ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', but it didn't make frequent appearances until his adventures in Sinnoh.
* Ash wore trunks that were two-shaded blue (dark on top and lighter on the bottom) with white stripes down the sides in ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]''.
* He also wore red trunks with large white Poké Ball prints on the sides in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]''.
* In the {{series|Best Wishes}} Ash wears purple trunks with red lines near the legs and yellow lines on the side.
* Another pair of trunks appears in the fourth ending of the {{series|Best Wishes}}, [[Look Look☆Here]]. The swim trunks are red, with a dark blue stripe at both sides of the trunks. In the anime itself, Ash wore it for the first time in ''[[BW087|Expedition to Onix Island!]]''.
[[File:Ash snow pt.png|thumb|Ash's jacket|right|260px]]

=====Snow wear=====
* Ash wore a red jacket and olive pants in ''[[AG108|Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snorunt!]]''.
* Ash wore a jacket similar to {{ga|Lucas}}'s Platinum jacket from ''[[DP125|Battling a Cute Drama!]]'' to ''[[DP129|Pillars of Friendship!]]''. He was also seen wearing it during the credits of ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]''.
* In the freezer room in ''[[XY023|Coming Back for the Gold!]]'', Ash, along with Clemont, Serena, Alexa, and Bonnie, he wore an orange snowsuit.

====Other clothes====
* In ''[[EP001|Pokémon - I Choose You!]]'', when he went to [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]], Ash wore green and yellow pajamas. He also wore it at the beginning of ''[[EP065|Showdown at the Po-ké Corral]]'', when [[Mimey|Mr. Mime]] used a vacuum in front of his face.
**He also wears extremely similar pajamas near the end of ''[[BW142|The Dream Continues!]]''; however these ones are a much lighter shade of green and have a green button instead of a yellow one.
* As of the {{series|Best Wishes}}, Ash has, apparently, worn at least two pairs of boxer shorts. The first boxers he wore were solid white as seen in ''[[EP022|Abra and the Psychic Showdown]]''. The second pair, that Ash has most recently been seen in, are white with thin vertical blue stripes. He was seen in them was when he went swimming in the ocean in ''[[Holiday Hi-Jynx]]'', and in ''[[BW037|A Fishing Connoisseur in a Fishy Competition!]]'' while he was drying his clothes after Bianca accidentally pushed him into a stream. In the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, Ash wore blue boxers with white lines at the bottom. He apparently still wears them too, as seen in ''[[BW011|A Home for Dwebble!]]'' and ''[[BW017|Scraggy-Hatched to be Wild!]]''. A running gag in the {{series|original}} showed Ash's [[Delia Ketchum|mother]] reminding him to change his underwear everyday, much to his embarrassment.
* Ash wore a cow suit in ''[[EP004|Challenge of the Samurai]]''.
* Ash also had an orange and white dress with red Mary-Janes that he had to wear to get into [[Celadon Gym|Erika's Gym]]. The outfit was worn with a blonde wig with a large pink bow in it. When wearing this outfit, he went by the name "[[Ashley]]". The wig was destroyed when Pikachu electrocuted him, but it is unknown what happened to the dress and shoes afterwards. It is possible he still has them. This is the first of four times that he crossdressed (albeit unwillingly).
* In ''[[EP053|The Purr-fect Hero]]'', Ash fantasizes about wearing a {{wp|karate gi}}, and a {{wp|gyōji}} uniform.
* Ash wore a tennis outfit in ''[[EP108|Pokémon Double Trouble]]'' consisting of a white collared shirt and blue shorts.
* Ash wore army attire in ''[[EP133|Tanks a Lot!]]'' and ''[[EP218|Plant It Now... Diglett Later]]''.
* Ash wore a Team Rocket uniform in ''[[EP037|Ditto's Mysterious Mansion]]''.
* Ash wore a blue wetsuit and scuba gear in ''[[EP214|Mantine Overboard!]]'' to help retrieve a {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Silver Wing}}.
* Ash also wore a medieval themed outfit for [[DJ Mary]]'s radio show in ''[[EP160|Air Time!]]''. It was a long blue shirt with light gray tights. He also wore a green cap similar to the signature one of {{wp|Robin Hood}}.
* Ash also wore blue-and-black-colored ninja clothing in ''[[AG156|From Cradle to Save!]]''. Interestingly, he did not wear a white headband like most of the other characters, presumably because of his hat.
* In ''[[AG048|ZigZag Zangoose]]'', Ash wore a Seviper costume.
* Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}} wore Hawaiian-styled clothing in ''[[DP095|Battling the Generation Gap!]]''.
* In ''[[DP138|Strategy Begins At Home!]]'', a flashback of Ash when he was younger shows him wearing a yellow shirt with a red stripe and blue shorts.
* In ''[[BW038|Movie Time! Zorua in "The Legend of the Pokémon Knight"!]]'', Ash wears a knight costume for [[Luke]]'s film.
* In ''[[BW051|Lost at the Stamp Rally!]]'', Ash wore a pink tuxedo in the Pokémon Musical.
* In ''[[BW068|An Amazing Aerial Battle!]]'', Ash was seen wearing light blue pajamas while planning out his strategy for his upcoming Gym battle with [[Skyla]].
* In ''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]'', Ash wore a blue jumpsuit at the Rhyhorn race.
* In ''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]'', ''[[XY009|Clemont's Got a Secret!]]'', and ''[[XY015|An Appetite for Battle!]]'', Ash wore his pajamas, which consists of a white and red sleeveless undershirt and blue shorts.

<gallery>
File:Ash Pajamas.png|Ash's pajamas
File:Ash cow suit.png|Ash in a cow suit
File:Ashley.png|[[Ashley]]
File:Ashmaturity.png|Ash without his hat, on his way to retrieve it
File:Ash Misty Brock army.png|Ash in Army attire
File:Misty Hollywood.png|Ash's [[Hollywood]] fantasy outfit
File:Ash Green Trunks.png|Ash's teal trunks in the {{series|original}}
File:Ash Orange Swimtrunks.png|Ash's orange trunks from the {{series|Advanced Generation}}
File:Ash Blue Trunks M09.png|Ash's blue trunks in ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]''
File:Ash Trunks DP089.png|Ash's red trunks in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}
File:Ash Red Trunks M12.png|Ash's red trunks in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]''
File:Ash BW Trunks.png|Ash's purple trunks in the {{series|Best Wishes}}
File:BW ED 04.png|Ash's other pair of trunks in the {{series|Best Wishes}}
File:Ash maid.png|Ash's maid outfit
File:Ash AG156 ninja.png|Ash's ninja outfit
File:Ash Wallace Cup.png|Contest attire for the [[Wallace Cup]]
File:Hawaiian Clothing.png|Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}} wearing Hawaiian-styled clothing
File:Younger Ash DP138.png|Younger Ash
File:Poke Ball Belt.png|Ash's [[Poké Ball]] belt
File:Ash Sinnoh Backpack.png|Ash with his DP bag, without his hat
File:Ancient Ruins door.png|On the right, Ash is seen with his AG bag
File:Ash Different Shirt.png|A different T-shirt
File:Ash Knight.png|Ash's knight costume worn during Luke's film
File:AG108 Winter Jacket.png|Ash's winter jacket in ''[[AG108|Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snorunt!]]''
File:Ash Tennis Outfit.png|Ash's tennis outfit in ''[[EP108|Pokémon Double Trouble]]''
File:Ash Musical dance.png|Ash in the Pokémon Musical.
File:Ash as Alder.png|Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}} as [[Alder]] and {{p|Bouffalant}} in ''[[BW069|Climbing the Tower of Success!]]''
File:Serena Ash Racing Clothes.png|Ash's Rhyhorn racing suit
File:Ash Pajamas XY.png|Ash's pajamas in the [[XY series]].
</gallery>

=={{an|Misty}}==
===Main outfits===
All of Misty's main outfits feature the colors yellow, red, and blue.
[[File:MistyEP.png|thumb|left|150px|Misty's {{series|original}} outfit]]
[[File:Misty AG.png|thumb|right|Misty's {{series|Advanced Generation}} outfit]]
====Original series====
Misty's first outfit, and her best known, is a yellow crop top and jean shorts held up with red suspenders. Her entire midriff is revealed here. She wore red and white sneakers with it, and also carried a red drawstring backpack with it.

This outfit also debuted her hairstyle, which is typically the way she always wears it, regardless of her outfit: a small side ponytail. She will occasionally take it down, but usually only if she is sleeping, bathing, or wearing a formal outfit of some sort. With her mermaid outfit, she wears it down with pearl ornaments.

Misty wore this outfit from ''[[EP001|Pokémon - I Choose You!]]'' to ''[[EP273|Gotta Catch Ya Later!]]'' (and continuing into the first three of four ''Pokémon Chronicles'' episodes she was in).

====''Advanced Generation'' series====
Misty's second outfit is a yellow sleeveless top or vest with a large blue button on the front and matching shorts, worn over some sort of dark-red under-all (swimsuit or leotard, etc.). She wears it with short orange boots. The few times she carries a backpack with it, it is a small backpack designed to look like a {{p|Spheal}}.

Misty started wearing this outfit in ''[[AG044|The Princess and the Togepi]]''. She is also seen wearing this outfit in the special episode ''[[The Mastermind of Mirage Pokémon]]'', but she was carrying a pink bag.
 

====''Pokémon Chronicles'' series====
In the early episodes of Pokémon Chronicles involving Misty (''[[SS002|Cerulean Blues]], [[SS005|The Blue Badge of Courage]], [[SS011|A Date with Delcatty]],''), she wears her {{series|original}} outfit. However, in ''[[SS016|Luvdisc is a Many Splendored Thing]]'' (which was broadcast ''after'' the debut of her AG ensemble), she wears a new "casual" outfit: a sleeveless yellow top with a hood, slightly longer and looser blue shorts, a small white belt with a pink buckle, and reddish-brown penny loafer shoes worn with white socks.

===Side outfits===
====Formal clothes====
[[File:Misty Kimono Girl1.jpg|thumb|150px|right|Misty in her pink yukata]]
* Misty wears a {{wp|yukata}} to a summer festival in ''[[EP020|The Ghost of Maiden's Peak]]''. It appears again in the fourth ending theme, ''[[Pokémon Ondo]]''.
* Misty wears a stage dress designed to look like {{p|Goldeen}} in ''[[EP043|The March of the Exeggutor Squad]]''.
* Misty wears a pink {{wp|kimono}} and a red wig for the Princess festival in ''[[EP052|Princess vs. Princess]]''.
* Misty fantasizes about wearing a red dress for a movie premier in ''[[EP070|Go West Young Meowth]]''.
* Misty and Brock both wore special outfits for the [[Weekly Pokémon Broadcasting Station]]. Misty's outfit is a red {{wp|Cheongsam}}.

====Weather clothes====
=====Swimwear=====
* Misty's most common swimwear is a red bikini, seen worn in ''[[EP004|Challenge of the Samurai]]'', ''[[EP018|Beauty and the Beach]]'', ''[[EP031|Dig Those Diglett!]]'', ''[[EP066|The Evolution Solution]]'', ''[[EP142|A Shadow of a Drought]]'' and ''[[EP167|A Hot Water Battle]]''.
* Misty fantasizes about sunbathing in a pink bikini in ''[[EP015|Battle Aboard the St. Anne]]''.
* Misty wears a yellow bikini with a skirt and a red star on the top in ''[[EP067|The Pi-Kahuna]]''.
* Misty wears a red one-piece bathing suit with white flowers in ''[[EP108|Pokémon Double Trouble]]''.
* Misty wears a green and white striped bikini in ''[[SS002|Cerulean Blues]]''.

====Other clothes====
* Misty wore a pink blouse and a long, brown skirt in her fantasy of France in ''[[EP009|The School of Hard Knocks]]''.
* Misty wore a red shirt with a pink jacket with the image of an {{P|Electrode}}, green and yellow stripes and blue sunglasses around her neck, as part of [[Team Rocket]]'s makeover in ''[[EP028|Pokémon Fashion Flash]]''.
* Misty donned a Team Rocket outfit in the second half of ''[[EP037|Ditto's Mysterious Mansion]]''.
* Misty wore a [[Nurse Joy]] outfit while helping out at the clinic in ''[[EP047|A Chansey Operation]]''.
* Misty wore a blue jacket with a black and red cap as a disguise in ''[[EP057|The Breeding Center Secret]]''.
* Misty wears a mermaid outfit when performing at the Cerulean Gym. It was first seen in ''[[EP061|The Misty Mermaid]]''. The outfit consists of a shell-pattern bikini top, a light blue mermaid fin, and a red wig.
* Misty sometimes wears a blue shirt with black sweatpants. She wore it in ''[[EP067|The Pi-Kahuna]]'' and in part of ''[[EP074|All Fired Up!]]''.
* Misty wore a yellow shirt with sleeves as pajamas in ''[[EP068|Make Room for Gloom]]''.
* After the weather conditions turned poor in ''[[M02|Pokémon the Movie 2000]]'', Misty wore a pink jacket that had a horizontal light blue stripe across the chest.
* Misty wore an army attire in ''[[EP133|Tanks A Lot!]]''.
* Misty wore a red and pink dress with long red tights in ''[[EP160|Air Time!]]''. One of the sleeves jutted out, which she used as a perch for {{TP|Misty|Togepi}} to sit on.
* A flashback in ''[[SS002|Cerulean Blues!]]'' showed Misty as a baby, wearing a sky-blue shirt and yellow diaper.

<gallery>
File:Baby Misty.png|Misty as a baby
File:Misty and Staryu.png|Misty's Advanced Generation outfit
File:Misty outfit SS016.png|Misty in ''[[SS016|Luvdisc is a Many Splendored Thing]]''
File:Misty Ash Kimonos.png|Misty and Ash dancing in their yukatas
File:Misty EP028 Makeover.png|Misty's makeover
File:Jessie Misty kimonos crowns.png|Misty wearing a pink kimono and crown
File:Misty Hollywood.png|Misty's [[Hollywood]] fantasy outfit
File:Misty Brock Sports Outfit.png|Misty and Brock in sports wear
File:Misty Red Bikini.png|Misty in a red bikini
File:Misty St Anne fantasy.png|Misty's St. Anne Fantasy
File:Misty Yellow Bikini.png|Misty in a yellow bikini
File:Misty Green Bikini.png|Misty in a green bikini
File:Misty Goldeen outfit.png|Misty's Goldeen Outfit
File:Misty Mermaid SS002.png|Misty's Mermaid outfit
File:Misty France.png|Misty's French fantasy
File:Misty red dress.png|Misty's red Chinese-style dress
</gallery>
 

=={{an|Brock}}==
===Main outfits===
Brock's main outfits contain different shades of the earthy colors green, brown and orange.
[[File:Brock OS.png|thumb|left|80px|Brock's [[Original series]] outfit]]
[[File:Brock AG.png|thumb|right|120px|Brock's ''Advanced Generation'' series outfit]]

====Original series====
One of the most distinct features of Brock's first outfit was his green vest, which had four large pockets on the front. He wore this over an orange short-sleeved shirt, along with brown pants and blue and white sneakers. On either side of his belt, which was black with a gold rectangular buckle, he had attached brown belt pockets. With it, he carried a large, blue backpack with a bedroll seen strapped to it at the top.

It is assumed he keeps many supplies in his many pockets, just as he tends to fill his bag with more supplies than it should be realistically able to hold. However, he has never been seen reaching into these pockets, so their contents remain unknown. The numerous pockets in this outfit were seen in all of his outfits.

Brock wore this outfit from ''[[EP005|Showdown in Pewter City]]'' to ''[[SS001|A Family That Battles Together Stays Together!]]''.

====''Advanced Generation'' series====
In the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, Brock wore a brown jacket with an orange collar. Under it, he wore a green undershirt, but he no longer wears a belt.
His shoes are a dark blue, and his new backpack is blue, but has no bedroll.

Brock wore this outfit from ''[[SS001|A Family That Battles Together Stays Together!]]'' to ''[[AG192|Home is Where the Start Is!]]''.

====''Diamond & Pearl'' series====
Brock's {{series|Diamond & Pearl}} outfit is one step closer to his original series outfit. He wears a vest again, but the colors are reversed. Instead of a green vest and an orange shirt, he wears an orange vest (which also consists of gray) and a green shirt. His new shoes and backpack are still blue, and his backpack does not have a bedroll.

Brock started wearing this outfit prior in ''[[DP002|Two Degrees of Separation!]]'', and is currently wearing it as of the latest Japanese episode.
 

===Side outfits===
====Formal clothes====
[[File:Brock DP.png|thumb|right|120px|Brock's Diamond & Pearl outfit]]
* Ash and Brock don party outfits in ''[[EP043|The March of the Exeggutor Squad]]''. Brock wears a white outfit with large pink frills on the sleeves and pant cuffs. He holds a pair of {{wp|maraca}}s with it.
* Brock fantasizes about wearing a blue {{wp|tuxedo (clothing)|tuxedo}} for a movie premier in ''[[EP070|Go West Young Meowth]]''.
* One of Brock's best known outfits is his ''"[[Takeshi's Paradise]]"'' outfit. This was possibly inspired by his outfit in ''[[EP043|The March of the Exeggutor Squad]]''. It is similar in many ways, particularly the pink frills. However, this outfit is purple and red instead of white. Also, he wears a large {{wp|sombrero}} with it, and his {{wp|maraca}}s now look like [[Poké Ball]]s. He wore a similar outfit in ''[[DP087|The Psyduck Stops Here!]]''
* Brock wears a white tuxedo in ''[[EP169|Beauty and the Breeder]]''. He is seen in it again in [[Temacu]]'s wedding fantasy in ''[[EP198|The Heartbreak of Brock]]'' with a rose tucked in the breast pocket.
* Misty and Brock both wore special outfits for the [[Weekly Pokémon Broadcasting Station]]. Brock's outfit is a lime green tuxedo with an oversized sparkling pink {{wp|bow tie}}.
* Brock wears a purple {{wp|suit (clothing)|suit}} in fantasies in ''[[AG117|Berry, Berry Interesting]]'' and ''[[AG141|Hail to the Chef]]''. For some reason, these fantasies also always involve Brock's woman of choice in a red dress with a white hair accessory, and drinking milk from a wine glass. However, the suit itself is variable; in the first episode, he wears it with a {{wp|necktie|tie}}, and in the second, with a bow tie.
* In ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', the characters dress up in formal medieval-themed outfits. Brock wears a beige robe similar to that of a priest covered by some sort of {{wp|cape}} or {{wp|mantle}} in brown, green, orange, and trimmed with gold, all topped with an orange {{wp|cap|skullcap}}.

====Weather clothes====
=====Swimwear=====
[[File:Brock snow pt.png|thumb|Brock's jacket|right|270px]]
* Brock's first swimwear was a pair of light purple swim trunks with three dark blue diamonds on the sides. From the {{series|Advanced Generation}} onwards, these trunks were colored dark purple, due to the different palette used in the digitally colored episodes beginning with ''[[EP261|Here's Lookin' at You, Elekid]]''.
* In ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]'', Brock wore a pair of olive green trunks with an orange stripe down the side. These trunks would later become Brock's main swimwear in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}. Brock also wore his new trunks in the hotspring scene in ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', but this is only known from the artwork, as in the scene itself, nothing below Brock's neck was seen above water.
* Like Ash and Dawn, Brock wore a different swimsuit than his normal one in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'' - in Brock's case, a pair of dark green trunks with white lines on them. Like Ash's and Dawn's new swimwear, Brock's new trunks are quite unique, as he only wore them in that movie.

=====Snow wear=====
* Brock wore a red jacket and olive pants in ''[[AG108|Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snorunt!]]''.
* Brock wore a jacket similar to {{ga|Lucas}}'s in Platinum from ''[[DP125|Battling a Cute Drama!]]'' to ''[[DP129|Pillars of Friendship!]]'', as well as part of the credits of ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]''.

====Other clothes====
* One of Brock's best known accessories is his pink frilly {{wp|apron}}. He frequently wears it while cooking or doing other chores.
* He also wears an alternate apron, known as the "movie apron" since it is only seen in the [[Pokémon movie]]s. This apron is bright blue with neon green straps.
* In ''[[EP053|The Purr-fect Hero]]'', Brock fantasizes about wearing {{wp|samurai}} {{wp|ō-yoroi}} armor and a {{wp|sumo}} suit.
* He wore a long, blue, medieval-themed robe for [[DJ Mary]]'s radio show in ''[[EP160|Air Time!]]''.
* He wore army attire in ''[[EP133|Tanks A Lot!]]'' when they had a plan to rescue Pikachu and others.
* He wore a stylish outfit with a matching cap in ''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]''.
* In ''[[DP137|Three Sides to Every Story!]]'', Brock is seen in his new boxers, which have the same color scheme as his undershirt.
<gallery perrow=5>
File:Brock army outfit.png|Brock in army attire
File:Misty Hollywood.png|Brock's [[Hollywood]] fantasy outfit
File:Brock AG156 ninja.png|Brock in a ninja outfit
File:Brock DP095.png|Brock at [[Lila]]'s shop
File:Dawn Brock Swimwear.png|Brock's swim trunks from ''[[DP047|Sandshrew's Locker!]]''
File:Ash Brock outfits EP043.png|Brock and Ash in their dance costumes
File:Brock apron EP085.png|Brock in an apron
File:Brock Takeshi Paradise outfit.png|Brock in his ''Takeshi's Paradise'' outfit
File:Brocks katana.png|Brock in {{wp|samurai}} armor from ''[[EP053|The Purr-fect Hero]]''
File:EP160 outfits.png|Ash and his friends in a "prince" story from ''[[EP160|Air Time!]]''
File:Brock in suit.png|Brock wearing a tuxedo
File:Porta Vista.png|Ash, Brock, and Misty with their original series [[bag]]s
File:Zorua Brock.png|Ash, Dawn, and Brock with their DP bags
File:Brock dp with bag.png|Brock with his DP bag
</gallery>

=={{Tracey}}==
===Main outfit===
[[File:Tracey Sketchit.png|thumb|right|Tracey's main outfit]]
Tracey has only had one main outfit throughout the entire series. It consists of a loose green {{wp|T-shirt}}, reddish-brown shorts, blue and yellow sneakers, an orange backpack, and his most notable accessory, a light red headband that he uses to keep his hair out of his face.
Tracey is the only main character from the original series whose outfit was not changed at the start of any of the newer series.

===Side outfits===
====Formal clothes====

====Weather clothes====

=====Swimwear=====
* His first swimsuit was a pair of navy-blue swim trunks with two red lines on either side, as seen in ''[[EP092|The Joy of Pokémon]]''.
* The second was seen in ''[[EP108|Pokémon Double Trouble]]''. It is still a pair of navy blue swim trunks but with a sunflower print. He also removed his headband while in this outfit.
* The third was seen in ''[[SS005|The Blue Badge of Courage]]''. It is yet another pair of blue swim trunks but with an orange stripe painted on the legs.

====Other clothes====
In ''[[SS016|Luvdisc is a Many Splendored Thing]]'', {{an|Daisy}} fantasized Tracey playing the prince in her water ballet alongside Misty. This outfit consisted of a blue shirt with long sleeves and gold trimming, teal pants, a red cape, and a silver crown. This would be the second time he is seen without his headband.

<gallery perrow=5>
File:Tracey trunks EP092.png|Tracey's first swimsuit
File:Tracey Sunflowered Trunks.png|Tracey in flower-patterned trunks
File:Tracey Trunks SS005.png|Tracey's trunks in ''[[SS005|The Blue Badge of Courage]]''
File:Tracey Prince.png‎|Tracey's prince outfit
File:Tracey Dodrio.png|Tracey with his bag, riding a {{p|Dodrio}}
</gallery>

=={{an|May}}==
===Main outfit===
[[File:MayAG.png|120px|thumb|left|May's {{series|Advanced Generation}} outfit]]
====''Advanced Generation'' series====
May's main outfit is a red t-shirt with a dark blue circle around her neck, dark blue bike shorts, white skirt, red and yellow sneakers, a red bandanna with a white Poké Ball print, a yellow waistpack, and dark-blue and white gloves. It is based on the outfit her {{ga|May|game counterpart}} wears in {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}.
[[File:MayDiamondPearl.png|right|thumb|200px|May's {{series|Diamond & Pearl}} outfit]]

====''Diamond & Pearl'' series====
Much like Ash and Brock changed clothes at the start of both the ''Advanced Generation'' and ''Diamond & Pearl'' series, and Misty did before her return in ''[[AG044|The Princess and the Togepi]]'', May changed clothes sometime between her departure in ''[[AG192|Home Is Where the Start Is]]'' and her return in ''[[DP075|Our Cup Runneth Over!]]'' Her outfit in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}} is based on the outfit that her {{ga|May|game counterpart}} wears in {{game|Emerald}}. It consists of a green bandanna, a red orange sleeveless T-shirt with a black collar, black bike shorts, black socks, and red and white sneakers. She also carries a green waistpack similar to the one she carried in the {{series|Advanced Generation}}. When she got off the boat, she was seen with a yellow backpack. It is unknown if she normally carries this or only had it because she was traveling a long distance (to Sinnoh from Johto).

May wore this outfit as of her latest appearance, and presumably currently wears it.
 

===Side outfits===
[[File:May Dress M08.png|250px|thumb|right|May's dress in ''Lucario and the Mystery of Mew'']]
====Formal clothes====
* In ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', the characters dress up in formal medieval-themed outfits. May wears a white, pink and red {{wp|ball gown}} decorated with tiny bows and with a decoration similar to {{p|Beautifly}} wings on the back. She wears her hair in two different ways in this outfit, with different accessories for each: in one way, she wears a large pink bow styled to look like her regular {{wp|kerchief|bandanna}}, and another, she has little pink pom-poms in her hair.
[[File:May Wallace Cup.png|thumb|200px|right|May at the Wallace Cup]]

* During the [[Wallace Cup]], May wore a new dress for the Contest, which was unique because it had an Arabian style to it. It was a pink half shirt with a yellow heart on it with yellow border on the sleeves and neck. She also wore a peach veil with a green gem on top, and a light purple long skirt with a piece of pink fabric at the waist. Her entire midriff is exposed here. She also wears brown flip-flops with toe rings and a yellow necklace with a red heart.

====Weather clothes====
=====Swimwear=====
* May's most common swimwear is a yellow hearts bikini. This was shown in ''[[AG012|The Lotad Lowdown]]'' and ''[[AG019|Sharpedo Attack!]]''.
* May also wore a pink polka-dotted one-piece swimsuit in ''[[AG019|Sharpedo Attack!]]''.
* May wore a green bikini with red hearts on her hips in ''[[AG020|Brave the Wave]]''.
* Twice May wore a pink bikini, first in ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' and then a second time in ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]].

=====Snow wear=====
* May wore a red jacket and olive pants in ''[[AG108|Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snorunt!]]''.

====Other clothes====
* May wore sleeveless pink colored ninja clothing in ''[[AG156|From Cradle to Save!]]''. Like Ash, she did not wear a white headband like the majority of the other characters.
* She was seen wearing winter clothing during a flashback in ''[[DP076|A Full Course Tag Battle!]]'' while at [[Ice Rock]] near [[Snowpoint City]]. It is basically a pink dress with sleeves, her green bandanna, and pink shoes.
* In ''[[DP078|Pruning a Passel of Pals!]]'', May wore orange pajamas.
 
<gallery perrow=5>
File:May AG156 ninja.png|Ash and May's ninja dress
File:Ice Rock anime.png|At [[Ice Rock]]
File:May Yellow Bikini.png| May in yellow bikini
File:May Swimsuit.png|May in pink one-piece swimsuit
File:May AG020 swimsuit.png|Green swimsuit
File:May swimsuit Movie 8.png|May's pink bikini
File:May swimsuit movie 9.png|May's second pink bikini in the ninth movie
</gallery>

==[[Max]]==
===Main outfit===
[[File:MaxAG.png|150px|thumb|right|Max's main outfit]]
Max's main outfit is a green t-shirt, green and brown sneakers, black glasses and brown shorts. He carries a yellow backpack with his belongings.

===Side outfits===
====Formal clothes====
* In ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', the characters dress up in formal medieval-themed outfits. Max's outfit appears to be one of a young prince with a {{wp|beret}} and a {{wp|cape}}.
====Weather clothes====
'''Swimwear'''
* Max's most common swimwear was a pair of green trunks, with no special patterns. This was seen in ''[[AG012|The Lotad Lowdown]]'' and ''[[AG019|Sharpedo Attack!]]'', as well as ''[[AG187|The Unbeatable Lightness of Seeing!]]''
* He also wore a dark green Speedo in ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]'', as well as in ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]''.

'''Snow Wear'''
* Max wore a red jacket and olive pants in ''[[AG108|Let It Snow, Let it Snow, Let It Snorunt!]]''

=====Other Clothes=====
* Max wore blue-and-black-colored ninja clothing and a white headband in ''[[AG156|From Cradle to Save!]]''
* Max was seen sleeping in a plain white t-shirt in the beginning of ''[[AG021|Which Wurmple's Which?]]''

 
<gallery perrow=5>
File:Max green trunks.png|Max at hot springs in green trunks
File:MaxSpeedoManaphy2.png|Max swimming in a green Speedo
File:May Max medieval outfits.png|Max and May in their medieval-themed outfits
File:Max Shuppet.png|Max with his bag, playing alongside a {{p|Shuppet}}
</gallery>

=={{an|Dawn}}==
[[File:Dawn DP.png|thumb|right|125px|thumb|Dawn's main outfit]]
===Main outfit===
Dawn's outfit consists of a mini dress which is mostly black with a white undershirt inside a V-shaped neck with a short pink skirt. On her head, she wears a white beanie with a pink [[Poké Ball]] print on it. She also wears gold hair clips that hold up her hair in front. On her feet, she wears pink knee-high boots with black socks underneath. She also has a small yellow backpack with all her personal belongings. It is nearly identical to her {{ga|Dawn|game counterpart's}} with the exception of her scarf and bag.

===Side outfits===
====Formal clothes====
Formal clothes are a key part of Dawn's wardrobe, since she dresses up nicely for all her [[Pokémon Contest]]s.
* In her [[DP001|debut appearance]], she was shown to be wearing three different formal outfits when imagining herself in Contests with each of the Sinnoh starters.
* She frequently wears a pink dress during her Contests. In the [[Floaroma Town]] Contest, she decorated her dress with flowers, presumably to fit the town's flowery theme. In the [[Hearthome City]] Contest, she added a yellow Ribbon around her waist and her hair barrettes were star-shaped. The yellow Ribbon was also seen in the [[Wallace Cup]]. In the first round of the [[Celestic Town]] Contest, she decorated her dress with fluffy fur, similar to {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}'s. In the [[Lilypad Town]] Contest, she again wore her yellow Ribbon with long white gloves. In the [[Daybreak Town]] Contest, she wears short white gloves, with one red Ribbon in each one, and her shoes have one yellow rose in each. Opening and ending themes show her in different dresses, but she has never worn them in Contests.
* In ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]'', Dawn wore a pink outfit for the [[Alamos Town]] Contest.
* In the [[Hearthome Collection]], she wore a plain white-blue dress with a yellow Ribbon at the back. It also came along with a blue, beaded necklace and white shoes.
* In ''[[DP171|Dawn of a Royal Day]]'', Dawn wore [[Princess Salvia]]'s light pink dress with long white gloves, when they swapped places.
* In the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival|Grand Festival]], she wore a new yellow dress with long white gloves and white shoes.
<gallery perrow=5>
File:Dawn costume 1.png|Chimchar fantasy
File:Dawn costume 2.png|Piplup fantasy
File:Dawn costume 3.png|Turtwig fantasy
File:Dawn DP011 contest.png|In the Jubilife Contest''
File:Dawn DP027 contest.png|In the Floaroma Contest
File:Dawn DP049 contest 2.png|In the Hearthome Contest
File:Dawn DP077 contest.png|In the [[Wallace Cup]]
File:Dawn DP095 contest.png|In both the Celestic and Chocovine Contests
File:Dawn DP146 contest.png|In the Lilypad Contest
File:Dawn contest.png|In the Daybreak Contest
File:Dawn Grand Festival.png|In the Grand Festival
File:Dawn movie10 pink.png|In the Alamos Contest
File:DawnCollection.png|Dawn in the Hearthome Collection
File:Dawn DP171 princess outfit.png|Dawn as Princess Salvia
</gallery>

====Weather clothes====
=====Swimwear=====
* Dawn's most common swimwear is a yellow and orange bikini, which she wore in ''[[DP047|Sandshrew's Locker!]]'', ''[[DP063|Hot Springing a Leak!]]'', and ''[[DP089|Up Close and Personable!]]''
* She wore a pink one-piece swimsuit with a short skirt around the waist in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'', along with some kind of white undershirt with horizontal black stripes on it.
* In the ending [[In Your Heart, LaLaLa]], Dawn wore a light pink one-piece swimsuit with two white stripes at the bottom.
* Dawn wears a different swimsuit in the [[Best Wishes]] series. This two-piece swimsuit consists of a light green top with vertical dark green stripes and a light green piece of cloth wrapped around her middle. Dawn wore this swimsuit for the first time in ''[[BW087|Expedition to Onix Island!]]''.

=====Snow wear=====
[[File:Dawn snow pt.png|thumb|270px|Dawn in her {{v2|Platinum}} outfit]]
* Dawn wore an outfit nearly identical to her {{ga|Dawn|game counterpart's}} in Platinum from'' [[DP125|Battling a Cute Drama!]]'' to ''[[DP129|Pillars of Friendship!]]'', as well as part of the credits of ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]''. The only difference is she maintains her gold barrettes rather than wearing pink ones.
* The [[Pokémon Learning League]] website portrays Dawn with her white undershirt having sleeves that reach past her elbows, and black stockings or tights covering her legs.
* Dawn donned a pink cheerleading outfit in ''[[DP018|O'er the Rampardos we Watched]]'', ''[[DP068|A Triple Fighting Chance!]]'' and ''[[DP179|The Eighth Wonder of the Sinnoh World!]]''. Her Pokémon have similar outfits. The purpose of the outfit was to support [[Ash Ketchum]] in his Gym battles with Roark, Maylene and Volkner.
* Before leaving her home to start her journey, she was shown to have many clothes in the bag her mom asked her to leave behind.
* Dawn wore a French maid's outfit to help out at the [[Café Cabin]] in ''[[DP062|Tanks for the Memories!]]''.
* In ''[[DP043|Malice in Wonderland]]'' she wore a {{p|Piplup}} costume in her dream.
* One point of the end credits of ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]'' features shots of Dawn in a number of different outfits.
* Whenever she's sleeping, Dawn wears pink pajamas, first seen in ''[[DP009|Setting the World on its Buneary!]]''.
* Dawn wears a long pink nightgown at the start of ''[[DP001|Following a Maiden's Voyage!]]''. It is also seen in the ending ''[[By Your Side ~Hikari's Theme~]]''.
<gallery>
File:Dawn Brock Swimwear.png|Dawn's bikini
File:Dawn DP098 Swimsuit.png|A closer view of Dawn's bikini
File:Dawn Cheerleading outfit.png|Dawn in a cheerleader outfit
File:Dawn Maid Outfit.png|Helping out at the [[Café Cabin]]
File:Dawn piplup costume.png|Dawn in her Piplup costume
File:Dawn pokemon cheer.png|Dawn's Pokémon 
File:Dawn Nightgown.png|Dawn's nightgown
File:Dawn DP078 pajamas.png|Dawn's pajamas in ''[[DP078|Pruning a Passel of Pals!]]''
File:Dawn pajamas DP174.png|Dawn's pajamas in ''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]''
File:Dawn movie10 green.png|Green suit in ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]''
File:Dawn movie10 red.png|Chinese dress in ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]''
File:Dawn movie10 black.png|Lolita outfit in ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]''
File:Dawn movie10 blue.png|Cyberpunk outfit in ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]''
File:Dawn and Leona.png|[[Leona]] and Dawn in their kindergarten outfits
File:Dawn PLL.png|In the Pokémon Learning League
File:Dominos Ad Nov08.png|Dawn's dress in a Dominos Christmas commercial
File:Dawn M12 Swimsuit.png|Swimsuit in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]''
File:Dawn and Iris playing.png|Dawn's swimsuit in ''[[BW087|Expedition to Onix Island!]]''
File:Ash Dawn DP bags.png|Ash and Dawn with their bags (DP)
</gallery>

=={{an|Iris}}==
[[File:IrisBW.png|thumb|right|125px|Iris's main outfit]]
===Main outfit===
* Iris' usual outfit is exactly the same as [[Iris|her game counterpart]]'s outfit. It consists of a cream shirt that has long loose sleeves with pink cuffs and a pink collar, a pink skirt with a large pink Ribbon on the side, the pink ribbon is tied around her waist just like a normal cardigan would be also there is white and yellow leggings going over her knees, a pink backpack, pink and white shoes with yellow stripes and a yellow hair Ribbon.

===Side outfits===
====Swimwear====
* Iris wore a white swimsuit in ''[[BW003|A Sandile Gusher of Change!]]''. However, it is unknown if it is one- or two-piece, since nothing below her chest was seen above water.
* Iris wears another swimsuit in the fourth ending of the {{series|Best Wishes}}, [[Look Look☆Here]]. It is a light pink one-piece bathing suit, with a dark pink ribbon at the chest. In the anime itself, Iris wore it for the first time in ''[[BW087|Expedition to Onix Island!]]''.

====Other ====
* When sleeping, Iris wears a light pink shirt and pink boxer shorts.
* During the flashback of a younger Iris in ''[[BW033|Iris and Excadrill Against the Dragon Buster!]]'', Iris was seen wearing a cream top with pink trim, plain white leggings and pink sandals.
* In ''[[BW038|Movie Time! Zorua in "The Legend of the Pokémon Knight"!]]'', Iris wore a Dragon Master costume, as well as a princess dress during [[Luke]]'s film.
* Iris wore a pink top with a black skirt and pink hat in promotional artwork for ''[[BW051|Lost at the Stamp Rally!]]'', however, she never wore it in the actual episode.
* In ''[[BW059|Stopping the Rage of Legends! Part 1]]'' and ''[[BW060|Stopping the Rage of Legends! Part 2]]'', Iris wore a shrine maiden's robes to summon {{p|Landorus}} to stop {{p|Thundurus}} and {{p|Tornadus}}.
* Iris and Axew dressed up as Professor Juniper and Darumaka in the costume contest portion of the Wishing Bell Festival in ''[[BW069|Climbing the Tower of Success!]]''.
* In ''[[BW082|An Epic Defense Force!]]'', in Luke's second film, Iris played the part of an island princess along with {{p|Zorua}} and Axew, and thus dressed up for the part.
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<gallery perrow=5>
File:Iris Swinging.png|Iris with her bag, swinging on a vine
File:Iris Pajamas.png|Iris in her pajamas
File:Iris Swimsuit.png|Iris's swimsuit in ''[[BW003|A Sandile Gusher of Change!]]''
File:BW ED 04.png|Iris's second swimsuit in the {{series|Best Wishes}}
File:Iris Dragon Master costume.png|Iris's Dragon Master costume
File:Iris Princess.png|Iris as a princess
File:Wishful Musical.png|Iris in promotional artwork for the [[Pokémon Musical]]
File:Iris shrine maiden.png|Iris as a shrine maiden
File:Iris as Professor Juniper.png|Iris and {{TP|Iris|Axew}} as [[Professor Juniper]] and {{p|Darumaka}} in ''[[BW069|Climbing the Tower of Success!]]''
</gallery>
{{clear}}

=={{an|Cilan}}==
[[File:CilanBW.png|thumb|right|100px|Cilan's main outfit]]
===Main outfit===
* Cilan's usual outfit is identical to [[Cilan|his game counterpart]]'s, consisting of a white shirt, a black and gray vest with gold buttons, a green bow tie, black pants held up with a brown belt, and brown shoes. However, unlike his game counterpart, he does not always wear his apron, instead putting it on occasionally when cooking. He also includes a brown backpack to store his belongings.

===Side outfits===
* Cilan wore green house slippers in ''[[BW040|Cilan Versus Trip, Ash Versus Georgia!]]''.
====Other outfits====
* Cilan is shown in his pajamas in numerous episodes which appear to be gray pants and a long-sleeved, light green top.
* Cilan wore a brown detective cap in ''[[BW035|Where Did You Go, Audino?]]'' when investigating the missing {{p|Audino}}.
* In ''[[BW038|Movie Time! Zorua in "The Legend of the Pokémon Knight"!]]'', Cilan wears a pirate costume for [[Luke]]'s film, as well as an orange masquerade mask and cape.
* In addition to his brown cap from before, Cilan wore a white trench coat in ''[[BW043|Meowth's Scrafty Tactics!]]''.
* Cilan wore a white tuxedo in promotional artwork for ''[[BW051|Lost at the Stamp Rally!]]'', however, he never wore it in the actual episode.
* In ''[[BW098|Beauties Battling for Pride and Prestige!]]'' Cilan wore a pink dress with red bows and a blond wig.

====Swimwear====
* Cilan wears swim trunks in the fourth ending of the {{series|Best Wishes}}, [[Look Look☆Here]]. The swim trunks are dark yellow, with a light green stripe and a dark green stripe at each side.
{{-}}
<gallery perrow=5>
File:Ash Cilan pajamas.png|Ash and Cilan in their pajamas
File:Cilan Pajamas.png|Cilan in his pajamas
File:Cilan Apron.png|Cilan with his apron on
File:BW ED 04.png|Cilan's swim trunks
File:Cilan Hat.png|Cilan's hat
File:Cilan Pirate.png|Cilan as a pirate
File:Cilan costume.png|Cilan in his mask and cape
File:Cilan detective.png|Cilan as an interrogator
File:Metro Connoisseur Cilan.png|Cilan as a "Metro Connoisseur"
File:Cilan shirt.png|Cilan without his vest
File:Wishful Musical.png|Cilan in promotional artwork for the [[Pokémon Musical]]
File:Cilan slippers.png|Cilan's house slippers in ''[[BW040|Cilan Versus Trip, Ash Versus Georgia!]]''
File:Cilan as Elesa.png|Cilan dressed up as [[Elesa]] in ''[[BW069|Climbing the Tower of Success!]]''
File:Ash Cilan crossdressing.png|Cilan and Ash crossdressing in ''[[BW098|Beauties Battling for Pride and Prestige!]]''
</gallery>
{{clear}}

=={{an|Serena}}==
[[File:Serena XY.png|thumb|right|100px|Serena's main outfit]]
===Main outfit===
* Serena's main outfit consists of a black tank-top with a white collar, a red skirt, a dark pink hat with a black bow, black long socks, and black shoes. She has a pink backpack with a black Poké Ball design to store her belongings. It is nearly identical to her {{ga|Serena|game counterpart's}} with the exception of her hat, collar, bag, and the lack of sunglasses.

===Side outfits===

====Other outfits====
* In ''[[XY001|Kalos, Where Dreams and Adventures Begin!]]'' and ''[[XY009|Clemont's Got a Secret!]]'', Serena wore pink pajamas.
* In ''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]'' and ''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]'', Serena wore a pink jumpsuit while practicing for the Rhyhorn race.
* In ''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]'', ''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]'', and ''[[XY015|An Appetite for Battle!]]'', Serena wore a lavender sweater and dark-pink shorts as inside clothing.
* In ''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]'', ''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]'' and [[XY026]], she wore a pink apron while baking.
* In ''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]'', for filming her PokéVision video, she dressed up in a {{p|Fennekin}} {{pkmn|cosplay}}, consisting of a pink bow, a short top, a pair of wristbands and skirt with Fennekin ears, tail and boots.
* In ''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]'', she also wore a full-length pink gown with tiered ruffled skirt.
* When cleaning up in ''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]'', she wore a light blue bathrobe.
* In the freezer room in ''[[XY023|Coming Back for the Gold!]]'', Serena, along with Ash, Clemont, Alexa, and Bonnie, she wore an orange snowsuit.

====Swimwear====
* During [[Peace Smile!]], the second ending of the XY series, Serena wears a dark pink bikini.

<gallery>
File:Serena pajamas.png|Serena in her pajamas
File:Ash Serena Bonnie pajamas.png|Serena in her hoodie
File:Serena racing suit.png|Serena's Rhyhorn racing suit
File:Serena Apron.png|Serena in her hoodie and an apron
</gallery>
{{clear}}

=={{an|Clemont}}==
[[File:Clemont XY.png|thumb|right|100px|Clemont's main outfit]]
===Main outfit===
* Clemont's main outfit is identical to his [[Clemont|in-game counterpart's]], consisting of a blue and yellow jumpsuit, glasses, and black and white shoes. He stores his inventions in the black and white backpack he calls his "Clemontic gear."

===Side outfits===
====Other outfits====
* Clemont's pajamas were seen in ''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]'' and ''[[XY009|Clemont's Got a Secret!]]'', including a nightcap and long-sleeved shirt with blue and light blue stripes.
* In ''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant]]'', Clemont is shown to wear a white sleeveless undershirt and light blue striped bloomers underneath his jumpsuit.
* During his dating video in ''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]'', Clemont dressed up in a ''habit à la française'', a style of suit popular during the 18th century. It consists of a blue longcoat, teal waistcoat and breeches, orange cravat, white shirt, long white socks, and blue shoes.
* In the freezer room in ''[[XY023|Coming Back for the Gold!]]'', Clemont, along with Ash, Serena, Alexa, and Bonnie, he wore an orange snowsuit.

====Swimwear====
* During [[Peace Smile!]], the second ending of the XY series, Clemont wore his swimsuit, it is a blue borat-style swimsuit, cap, and yellow goggles.

<gallery perrow=5>
File:Clemont and Ash pajamas.png|Clemont in his pajamas
File:Clemont underwear.png|Clemont in his underwear and undershirt.
File:Clemont dating video.png|Clemont wearing a nice suit during his "dating" video for PokéVision.
File:Group Snowsuits.png|Clemont in an orange snowsuit with Ash, Serena, Alexa, and Bonnie.
</gallery>
{{clear}}

=={{an|Bonnie}}==
[[File:Bonnie XY.png|thumb|right|100px|Bonnie's main outfit]]
===Main outfit===
* Bonnie's main outfit consists of a dark brown shirt with a black ribbon on the chest, white skirt, black shorts, and pink shoes. She carries a yellow satchel.

===Side outfits===

====Other outfits====
* Bonnie was seen wearing {{p|Tyrantrum}} pajamas in ''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]'', ''[[XY009|Clemont's Got a Secret!]]'', and ''[[XY015|An Appetite for Battle!]].''
* In ''[[XY017|A Rush of Ninja Wisdom]]'', Bonnie wore a pink ninja suit.
* In the freezer room in ''[[XY023|Coming Back for the Gold!]]'', Bonnie, along with Ash, Serena, Alexa, and Clemont, wore an orange snowsuit.

====Swimwear====
* During [[Peace Smile!]], the second ending of the XY series, Bonnie wore her swimsuit, it is a {{p|Slowbro}} swimsuit.

<gallery perrow=5>
File:Ash Serena Bonnie pajamas.png|Bonnie in her pajamas
</gallery>
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==[[Jessie]], [[James]] and {{MTR}}==
[[File:TeamRocketAnime.png|thumb|left|Team Rocket's main outfits]]
===Main outfits===
Jessie and James are usually found in the same outfit at all times: their white [[Team Rocket uniform]]s. There has been some question about the position or rank denoted by these uniforms, since most {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket Grunts}} wear a black uniform of similar design. However, in ''[[EP231|Dues and Don'ts]]'', it was revealed that Jessie and James designed their own uniforms to "express their sense of style." Jessie and James have only been seen wearing a different color uniform in ''[[SS012|Training Daze]]'', where they (along with the other trainees) wear dark red. They also wore the black uniforms once.{{Fact}}

Meowth, being a Pokémon, has no main outfit and is seen most often not wearing any clothing. However, he does have a fairly notable list of side outfits which he's worn alongside Jessie and James.

====''Best Wishes'' series====
[[File:Team Rocket BW 1.png|250px|thumb|right|Team Rocket's black uniforms]]
Jessie and James changed into their black uniforms in the {{series|Best Wishes}}. They wore these outfits from ''[[BW001|In the Shadow of Zekrom]]'' until ''[[BW023|Battling For The Love of Bug-Types!]]'' when they switched back into their white ones.

===Side outfits===
====Disguises====
{{main|List of Team Rocket's disguises}}
Frequently, when they are not wearing their Team Rocket uniforms, they are most likely wearing something as a [[List of Team Rocket's disguises|disguise]] to fool the [[twerp]]s. These range from very elaborate to very simple outfits, all of which have fooled Ash and {{ashfr}} with similar success.

Several of these disguises are posing as other characters, such as [[Officer Jenny]] and [[Nurse Joy]]. {{an|Brock}} is usually the best at telling these disguises from the actual women, whether he is aware of it or not.

====Formal clothes====
* In ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', the characters dress up in formal medieval-themed outfits. Jessie and James looked possibly the most out of place, perhaps as a tongue-in-cheek joke, wearing extravagant outfits based more on the {{wp|Victorian fashion|Victorian era}} than medieval times. Meowth, on the other hand, wore one of the most well-known of medieval outfits, a {{wp|armour|suit of armor}}.
* Whenever she competes in [[Pokémon Super Contest]]s, Jessie wears a large orange dress with light brown boots, with round yellow and orange glasses and her hair in pigtails, under the name Jessilina (Japanese: キャンディ・ムサリーナ ''Candy Musalina'').

====Weather clothes====
=====Swimwear=====
* Jessie and James ''both'' wore two-piece bikinis in ''[[EP018|Beauty and the Beach]]''. James wore his with giant inflatable breasts. These swimsuits were never seen in the English dub, since the scene containing them was cut.
* Jessie and James also both wore swimsuits in ''[[DP013|A Staravia is Born!]]''. Jessie wore a blue bikini and James wore a blue Speedo. They both had the 'R' logo on them.
* Jessie, James and Meowth were seen using scuba gears in ''[[BW127|The Island of Illusions!]]''.

=====Snow wear=====
* Team Rocket wore green jackets and pants in ''[[AG108|Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snorunt!]]''.

====Other clothes====
====Images====
<gallery>
File:EP018DeletedShot.png|The infamous scene that got cut in the English dub
File:Team Rocket bathing suits.png|Team Rocket in their swimsuits
File:Jessie James Swimsuits.png|Jessie's and James's swimsuits from ''[[DP013|A Staravia is Born!]]''
File:AG125 Rocket disguise.png|Jenny and Joy disguises
File:TR disguises EP074.png|Team Rocket during the introduction of the [[Indigo League]]
File:Team Rocket Disguised Officers.png|Team Rocket disguised as [[Officer Jenny|police officers]]
File:Jessie James trainee outfits.png|Team Rocket in a flashback during their days as Rocket Trainees
File:Meowth Prince EP041.png|Meowth dressed up as a prince
File:James suit EP048.png|James in a suit
File:James Moltres costume.png|James as a Moltres
File:Jessie Misty kimonos crowns.png|Jessie and Misty in kimonos and crowns
File:James Professor Oak EP245.png|James as {{an|Professor Oak}}
File:Team Rocket Hawaiian Outfits.png|Jessie, James, and Meowth using their casual clothings from the {{series|DP}}
File:Jessie James Snowcoats.png|Jessie and James wearing green Team Rocket snow coats in ''[[AG108|Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snorunt!]]''
File:Jessie James AG032.png|Jessie and James disguises in [[AG032|''Abandon Ship!'']]
File:Jessie Princess Powerzone.png|Jessie as [[DP008|Princess Powerzone]]
File:Jessie Summer School Disguise.png|Jessie's [[Pokémon Summer Academy]] disguise
File:Jessie Jessebella.png|Jessie as Jessebella
File:Jessadia.png|Jessie as Jessadia
File:Jessalina.png|Jessie as Jessilina
File:Jessie Fantina.png|Jessilina as [[Fantina]]
File:James as Jessilina.png|James disguised as Jessilina
File:Jessalina Grand Festival.png|As Jessilina in the Grand Festival
File:BW127 Team Rocket scuba gears.png|Jessie, James, and Meowth in scuba gear
</gallery>
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List of clothing (anime)

2014-06-01T18:43:48Z

Clark Griswald:

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In the [[Pokémon anime]], while the main characters will generally wear a single outfit for several seasons, they have changed outfits from time to time and, at the start of a new [[series]], changed their main outfit entirely. This is a list of the different clothing and outfits worn by the main characters.

=={{Ash}}==
===Main outfits===
All of Ash's main outfits are highlighted by his {{AP|hat}}. They often strongly feature the colors red and blue, along with black, white, green and golden yellow. These are primary and bold colors, accenting Ash's primary status in the series.

====Original series====
[[File:Ash anime art.png|thumb|left|120px|Ash's first outfit]]
One of the curious notes about Ash's first outfit is that, unlike {{an|May}}, {{an|Dawn}}, {{an|Iris}} and {{an|Cilan}}, while it is clear his clothing is directly inspired by {{ga|Red}}'s, it is a unique outfit design in its own right. This fact is also echoed by the outfits of {{an|Brock}} and {{an|Misty}}, which were designed purely for the {{pkmn|anime}} instead of using the outfits seen in the games themselves and the artwork for the games.

The upper outfit is a blue jacket with gold trim and white collar and sleeves, worn open over a dark cyan t-shirt. Ash kept his [[Kanto]], [[Orange League]], and [[Johto]] [[Badge]]s pinned to the inside of the jacket, which from time to time, would be taken off by him, most notably when his Pokémon need warmth. His lower outfit consists of jeans with light blue cuffs, black and white sneakers with red dots on both sides, and a brown belt, which he used to hang his [[Poké Ball]]s.

Ash also wears green fingerless gloves with light green borders, and of course, [[Ash's hat|his hat]]. The only part of the outfit with a known story behind it is the hat, which he won from a contest from the [[Pokémon League]]. Ash would turn his hat backwards when he was concentrating heavily, such as when he would face a Trainer or capture a Pokémon. This was very much the case early in his journey in Kanto, though by the time his journey in Johto ended, he hardly ever turned his cap.

He has a green [[bag|backpack]] with a yellow square label and slings with black adjusters on it. The backpack has two pockets and two open compartments on each side. The main, bigger pocket is delimited by a black zip fastener, while the external pocket has an orange stripe on it.

Ash wore this outfit from ''[[EP001|Pokémon - I Choose You!]]'' to ''[[EP273|Gotta Catch Ya Later!]]''.
 

====''Advanced Generation'' series====
[[File:AshAG.png|thumb|left|120px|Ash's second outfit]]
Ash's second outfit was the first alternate main outfit to be seen on any character, and by default, the least expected. Brock and Misty's second outfits would not debut until several episodes after Ash's did. This outfit was given to Ash as a gift by [[Delia Ketchum|his mother]] in ''[[EP273|Gotta Catch Ya Later!]]''.

Along with a new hat, Ash wore a hoodie instead of a jacket, black gloves instead of green, and new jeans and sneakers. However, he keeps the hoodie closed, possibly because he no longer keeps Badges pinned to the inside. The backpack is green, with one pocket and a red Poké Ball design on it.

All of his new clothes, however, bear a notable resemblance to his old clothes, probably to maintain his style and avoid confusion which would be caused by a completely new appearance. This becomes a common theme among all new outfits: the new ones take on the style on the former outfits.

The symbol on his hat, backpack, and hoodie pocket reflect the [[Poké Ball]] symbols seen frequently in the [[Generation III]] games, particularly in the designs of the [[player character|main characters']] clothes. Ash's {{series|Advanced Generation}} outfit is similar to the one {{ga|Red}} wears in Generation III, most notably, his sleeves.

Ash wore this outfit from ''[[EP274|Hoenn Alone!]]'' to ''[[DP003|When Pokémon Worlds Collide!]]'', making this the first outfit he has wore during more than one series, with a total of three.
 

====''Diamond & Pearl'' series====
[[File:Ash DP.png|thumb|left|120px|Ash's third outfit]]
Based on the example set by the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, most fans were expecting Ash to wear a new outfit at the start of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}.

His third outfit takes a step back to his first outfit by wearing a jacket instead of a hoodie, and with colors closer to the original. It also has a white undershirt instead of black for a change, as well as a new hat, new jeans, and new sneakers. The gloves are the same as those from his second outfit. The backpack is similar to to the one he wore in AG, being green with one pocket, and having a white Poké Ball design with a red "button". It should be noted that this new outfit is mostly based on that of {{ga|Lucas}}, the male player character from {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}. The only differences are the hat designs, sneakers, backpack color, and the fact that Ash wears open fingered gloves, but no scarf. It also bears traits of {{ga|Red}}'s outfit, mainly the white collar, though there is the fact he is now wearing a closed jacket, another similarity with Red's.

One of the most common complaints among fans about the outfit is the yellow stripe across Ash's chest. This is, considering its curve, apparently based on the lower half of the [[Poké Ball]] symbol which was seen on Ash's pocket in his second outfit. However, given how long it is now, it is more difficult to tell.

Ash wore this outfit from ''[[DP003|When Pokémon Worlds Collide!]]'' to ''[[DP191|Memories Are Made of Bliss]]''.
 

====''Best Wishes'' series====
[[File:Ash Ketchum BW.png|thumb|left|120px|Ash's fourth outfit]]
As expected, Ash has received a new outfit for the {{series|Best Wishes}}. Outfit changes are now accepted as routine if and when the anime changes sagas.

As with his previous outfit, this one appears to be modeled on the outfit worn by {{ga|Hilbert}} from {{game|Black and White|s}}, with the differences being the clothing shades and the hat, which resembles the one from the original series. Ash's new clothing closely follows the same color scheme he has always had: red, blue, yellow, green, black, and white. In this series Ash's sneakers are high tops, rather than the normal sneakers he wore during the other series. Instead of blue jeans, Ash starts to wear black baggy jeans and wears a hoodie just like in AG. He wears black fingerless gloves but the border is red. The backpack is blue-green, with one pocket, black straps, and a light green, curved stripe on it, resembling a Poké Ball design.

Ash wore this outfit from ''[[BW001|In The Shadow of Zekrom!]]'' to ''[[BW142|The Dream Continues!]]''.
 

====''XY'' series====
[[File:Ash XY.png|thumb|left|120px|Ash's fifth outfit]]
Ash's outfit seems to be modeled after the outfit worn by {{ga|Calem}} from the games, with some differences. The jacket that Calem wears has been shortened into a collared shirt for Ash, and a black undershirt is visible, both worn very much in the same style as {{ga|Red}}'s Generation III outfit. Ash wears red high top sneakers, similar to those worn in the Best Wishes series, and darker blue jeans. The backpack is one pocket, colored green with a white, slanted Poké Ball design on it, similar to previous generations.

Ash's hat continues to sport the rounded Poké Ball design seen in previous generations, and most notably seems to be directly based off of Red's Generation III hat; albeit modified to somewhat resemble characteristics of Calem's hat as well. In general, the outfit heavily borrows characteristics from Red and Calem.

Ash started wearing this outfit in ''[[BW142|The Dream Continues!]]'' when he received it from his mother [[Delia Ketchum]].
 

===Side outfits===
====Formal clothes====
* Ash wore a {{wp|yukata}} to a summer festival in ''[[EP020|The Ghost of Maiden's Peak]]''.
* Ash and Brock don party outfits in ''[[EP043|The March of the Exeggutor Squad]]''. Ash wears a bright orange {{wp|tuxedo (clothing)|tuxedo}} with a frilled shirt and orange {{wp|bowler hat}}.
* Ash fantasizes about wearing a blue tuxedo for a movie premier in ''[[EP070|Go West Young Meowth]]''.
* In ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', the characters dress up in formal medieval-themed outfits. Ash wore an outfit based directly on that of [[Sir Aaron]]: a blue {{wp|tunic}} over a gray long-sleeved shirt and gray pants, matched with blue gloves and boots and a black hat with a teal band and a hooded {{wp|cape}}.
* In the [[Wallace Cup]], Ash wore a fedora hat and a tuxedo.

====Weather clothes====
=====Swimwear=====
* In the [[original series]], Ash's most common swimwear is a pair of teal trunks with yellow stripes running down the sides.
* Ash wore blue trunks with palm trees and coconuts in ''[[EP108|Pokémon Double Trouble]]''.
* Ash changed to a different swimsuit along with his main clothing in the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, in which he wore orange trunks with a green and yellow double stripe going down the left side. The same pattern was on the right as well, but appeared only on the waistband and was much smaller. This swimsuit actually appeared once before, in ''[[EP067|The Pi-Kahuna]]'', but it didn't appear frequently until Ash's adventures in Hoenn.
* In the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, Ash wears red trunks with light blue lines at the bottom and dark blue upside-down v-patterns on the sides. Like his ''Advanced Generation'' swimsuit, Ash had worn this one before in ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', but it didn't make frequent appearances until his adventures in Sinnoh.
* Ash wore trunks that were two-shaded blue (dark on top and lighter on the bottom) with white stripes down the sides in ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]''.
* He also wore red trunks with large white Poké Ball prints on the sides in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]''.
* In the {{series|Best Wishes}} Ash wears purple trunks with red lines near the legs and yellow lines on the side.
* Another pair of trunks appears in the fourth ending of the {{series|Best Wishes}}, [[Look Look☆Here]]. The swim trunks are red, with a dark blue stripe at both sides of the trunks. In the anime itself, Ash wore it for the first time in ''[[BW087|Expedition to Onix Island!]]''.
[[File:Ash snow pt.png|thumb|Ash's jacket|right|260px]]

=====Snow wear=====
* Ash wore a red jacket and olive pants in ''[[AG108|Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snorunt!]]''.
* Ash wore a jacket similar to {{ga|Lucas}}'s Platinum jacket from ''[[DP125|Battling a Cute Drama!]]'' to ''[[DP129|Pillars of Friendship!]]''. He was also seen wearing it during the credits of ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]''.
* In the freezer room in ''[[XY023|Coming Back for the Gold!]]'', Ash, along with Clemont, Serena, Alexa, and Bonnie, he wore an orange snowsuit.

====Other clothes====
* In ''[[EP001|Pokémon - I Choose You!]]'', when he went to [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]], Ash wore green and yellow pajamas. He also wore it at the beginning of ''[[EP065|Showdown at the Po-ké Corral]]'', when [[Mimey|Mr. Mime]] used a vacuum in front of his face.
**He also wears extremely similar pajamas near the end of ''[[BW142|The Dream Continues!]]''; however these ones are a much lighter shade of green and have a green button instead of a yellow one.
* As of the {{series|Best Wishes}}, Ash has, apparently, worn at least two pairs of boxer shorts. The first boxers he wore were solid white as seen in ''[[EP022|Abra and the Psychic Showdown]]''. The second pair, that Ash has most recently been seen in, are white with thin vertical blue stripes. He was seen in them was when he went swimming in the ocean in ''[[Holiday Hi-Jynx]]'', and in ''[[BW037|A Fishing Connoisseur in a Fishy Competition!]]'' while he was drying his clothes after Bianca accidentally pushed him into a stream. In the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, Ash wore blue boxers with white lines at the bottom. He apparently still wears them too, as seen in ''[[BW011|A Home for Dwebble!]]'' and ''[[BW017|Scraggy-Hatched to be Wild!]]''. A running gag in the {{series|original}} showed Ash's [[Delia Ketchum|mother]] reminding him to change his underwear everyday, much to his embarrassment.
* Ash wore a cow suit in ''[[EP004|Challenge of the Samurai]]''.
* Ash also had an orange and white dress with red Mary-Janes that he had to wear to get into [[Celadon Gym|Erika's Gym]]. The outfit was worn with a blonde wig with a large pink bow in it. When wearing this outfit, he went by the name "[[Ashley]]". The wig was destroyed when Pikachu electrocuted him, but it is unknown what happened to the dress and shoes afterwards. It is possible he still has them. This is the first of four times that he crossdressed (albeit unwillingly).
* In ''[[EP053|The Purr-fect Hero]]'', Ash fantasizes about wearing a {{wp|karate gi}}, and a {{wp|gyōji}} uniform.
* Ash wore a tennis outfit in ''[[EP108|Pokémon Double Trouble]]'' consisting of a white collared shirt and blue shorts.
* Ash wore army attire in ''[[EP133|Tanks a Lot!]]'' and ''[[EP218|Plant It Now... Diglett Later]]''.
* Ash wore a Team Rocket uniform in ''[[EP037|Ditto's Mysterious Mansion]]''.
* Ash wore a blue wetsuit and scuba gear in ''[[EP214|Mantine Overboard!]]'' to help retrieve a {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Silver Wing}}.
* Ash also wore a medieval themed outfit for [[DJ Mary]]'s radio show in ''[[EP160|Air Time!]]''. It was a long blue shirt with light gray tights. He also wore a green cap similar to the signature one of {{wp|Robin Hood}}.
* Ash also wore blue-and-black-colored ninja clothing in ''[[AG156|From Cradle to Save!]]''. Interestingly, he did not wear a white headband like most of the other characters, presumably because of his hat.
* In ''[[AG048|ZigZag Zangoose]]'', Ash wore a Seviper costume.
* Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}} wore Hawaiian-styled clothing in ''[[DP095|Battling the Generation Gap!]]''.
* In ''[[DP138|Strategy Begins At Home!]]'', a flashback of Ash when he was younger shows him wearing a yellow shirt with a red stripe and blue shorts.
* In ''[[BW038|Movie Time! Zorua in "The Legend of the Pokémon Knight"!]]'', Ash wears a knight costume for [[Luke]]'s film.
* In ''[[BW051|Lost at the Stamp Rally!]]'', Ash wore a pink tuxedo in the Pokémon Musical.
* In ''[[BW068|An Amazing Aerial Battle!]]'', Ash was seen wearing light blue pajamas while planning out his strategy for his upcoming Gym battle with [[Skyla]].
* In ''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]'', Ash wore a blue jumpsuit at the Rhyhorn race.
* In ''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]'', ''[[XY009|Clemont's Got a Secret!]]'', and ''[[XY015|An Appetite for Battle!]]'', Ash wore his pajamas, which consists of a white and red sleeveless undershirt and blue shorts.

<gallery>
File:Ash Pajamas.png|Ash's pajamas
File:Ash cow suit.png|Ash in a cow suit
File:Ashley.png|[[Ashley]]
File:Ashmaturity.png|Ash without his hat, on his way to retrieve it
File:Ash Misty Brock army.png|Ash in Army attire
File:Misty Hollywood.png|Ash's [[Hollywood]] fantasy outfit
File:Ash Green Trunks.png|Ash's teal trunks in the {{series|original}}
File:Ash Orange Swimtrunks.png|Ash's orange trunks from the {{series|Advanced Generation}}
File:Ash Blue Trunks M09.png|Ash's blue trunks in ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]''
File:Ash Trunks DP089.png|Ash's red trunks in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}
File:Ash Red Trunks M12.png|Ash's red trunks in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]''
File:Ash BW Trunks.png|Ash's purple trunks in the {{series|Best Wishes}}
File:BW ED 04.png|Ash's other pair of trunks in the {{series|Best Wishes}}
File:Ash maid.png|Ash's maid outfit
File:Ash AG156 ninja.png|Ash's ninja outfit
File:Ash Wallace Cup.png|Contest attire for the [[Wallace Cup]]
File:Hawaiian Clothing.png|Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}} wearing Hawaiian-styled clothing
File:Younger Ash DP138.png|Younger Ash
File:Poke Ball Belt.png|Ash's [[Poké Ball]] belt
File:Ash Sinnoh Backpack.png|Ash with his DP bag, without his hat
File:Ancient Ruins door.png|On the right, Ash is seen with his AG bag
File:Ash Different Shirt.png|A different T-shirt
File:Ash Knight.png|Ash's knight costume worn during Luke's film
File:AG108 Winter Jacket.png|Ash's winter jacket in ''[[AG108|Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snorunt!]]''
File:Ash Tennis Outfit.png|Ash's tennis outfit in ''[[EP108|Pokémon Double Trouble]]''
File:Ash Musical dance.png|Ash in the Pokémon Musical.
File:Ash as Alder.png|Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}} as [[Alder]] and {{p|Bouffalant}} in ''[[BW069|Climbing the Tower of Success!]]''
File:Serena Ash Racing Clothes.png|Ash's Rhyhorn racing suit
File:Ash Pajamas XY.png|Ash's pajamas in the [[XY series]].
</gallery>

=={{an|Misty}}==
===Main outfits===
All of Misty's main outfits feature the colors yellow, red, and blue.
[[File:MistyEP.png|thumb|left|150px|Misty's {{series|original}} outfit]]
[[File:Misty AG.png|thumb|right|Misty's {{series|Advanced Generation}} outfit]]
====Original series====
Misty's first outfit, and her best known, is a yellow crop top and jean shorts held up with red suspenders. Her entire midriff is revealed here. She wore red and white sneakers with it, and also carried a red drawstring backpack with it.

This outfit also debuted her hairstyle, which is typically the way she always wears it, regardless of her outfit: a small side ponytail. She will occasionally take it down, but usually only if she is sleeping, bathing, or wearing a formal outfit of some sort. With her mermaid outfit, she wears it down with pearl ornaments.

Misty wore this outfit from ''[[EP001|Pokémon - I Choose You!]]'' to ''[[EP273|Gotta Catch Ya Later!]]'' (and continuing into the first three of four ''Pokémon Chronicles'' episodes she was in).

====''Advanced Generation'' series====
Misty's second outfit is a yellow sleeveless top or vest with a large blue button on the front and matching shorts, worn over some sort of dark-red under-all (swimsuit or leotard, etc.). She wears it with short orange boots. The few times she carries a backpack with it, it is a small backpack designed to look like a {{p|Spheal}}.

Misty started wearing this outfit in ''[[AG044|The Princess and the Togepi]]''. She is also seen wearing this outfit in the special episode ''[[The Mastermind of Mirage Pokémon]]'', but she was carrying a pink bag.
 

====''Pokémon Chronicles'' series====
In the early episodes of Pokémon Chronicles involving Misty (''[[SS002|Cerulean Blues]], [[SS005|The Blue Badge of Courage]], [[SS011|A Date with Delcatty]],''), she wears her {{series|original}} outfit. However, in ''[[SS016|Luvdisc is a Many Splendored Thing]]'' (which was broadcast ''after'' the debut of her AG ensemble), she wears a new "casual" outfit: a sleeveless yellow top with a hood, slightly longer and looser blue shorts, a small white belt with a pink buckle, and reddish-brown penny loafer shoes worn with white socks.

===Side outfits===
====Formal clothes====
[[File:Misty Kimono Girl1.jpg|thumb|150px|right|Misty in her pink yukata]]
* Misty wears a {{wp|yukata}} to a summer festival in ''[[EP020|The Ghost of Maiden's Peak]]''. It appears again in the fourth ending theme, ''[[Pokémon Ondo]]''.
* Misty wears a stage dress designed to look like {{p|Goldeen}} in ''[[EP043|The March of the Exeggutor Squad]]''.
* Misty wears a pink {{wp|kimono}} and a red wig for the Princess festival in ''[[EP052|Princess vs. Princess]]''.
* Misty fantasizes about wearing a red dress for a movie premier in ''[[EP070|Go West Young Meowth]]''.
* Misty and Brock both wore special outfits for the [[Weekly Pokémon Broadcasting Station]]. Misty's outfit is a red {{wp|Cheongsam}}.

====Weather clothes====
=====Swimwear=====
* Misty's most common swimwear is a red bikini, seen worn in ''[[EP004|Challenge of the Samurai]]'', ''[[EP018|Beauty and the Beach]]'', ''[[EP031|Dig Those Diglett!]]'', ''[[EP066|The Evolution Solution]]'', ''[[EP142|A Shadow of a Drought]]'' and ''[[EP167|A Hot Water Battle]]''.
* Misty fantasizes about sunbathing in a pink bikini in ''[[EP015|Battle Aboard the St. Anne]]''.
* Misty wears a yellow bikini with a skirt and a red star on the top in ''[[EP067|The Pi-Kahuna]]''.
* Misty wears a red one-piece bathing suit with white flowers in ''[[EP108|Pokémon Double Trouble]]''.
* Misty wears a green and white striped bikini in ''[[SS002|Cerulean Blues]]''.

====Other clothes====
* Misty wore a pink blouse and a long, brown skirt in her fantasy of France in ''[[EP009|The School of Hard Knocks]]''.
* Misty wore a red shirt with a pink jacket with the image of an {{P|Electrode}}, green and yellow stripes and blue sunglasses around her neck, as part of [[Team Rocket]]'s makeover in ''[[EP028|Pokémon Fashion Flash]]''.
* Misty donned a Team Rocket outfit in the second half of ''[[EP037|Ditto's Mysterious Mansion]]''.
* Misty wore a [[Nurse Joy]] outfit while helping out at the clinic in ''[[EP047|A Chansey Operation]]''.
* Misty wore a blue jacket with a black and red cap as a disguise in ''[[EP057|The Breeding Center Secret]]''.
* Misty wears a mermaid outfit when performing at the Cerulean Gym. It was first seen in ''[[EP061|The Misty Mermaid]]''. The outfit consists of a shell-pattern bikini top, a light blue mermaid fin, and a red wig.
* Misty sometimes wears a blue shirt with black sweatpants. She wore it in ''[[EP067|The Pi-Kahuna]]'' and in part of ''[[EP074|All Fired Up!]]''.
* Misty wore a yellow shirt with sleeves as pajamas in ''[[EP068|Make Room for Gloom]]''.
* After the weather conditions turned poor in ''[[M02|Pokémon the Movie 2000]]'', Misty wore a pink jacket that had a horizontal light blue stripe across the chest.
* Misty wore an army attire in ''[[EP133|Tanks A Lot!]]''.
* Misty wore a red and pink dress with long red tights in ''[[EP160|Air Time!]]''. One of the sleeves jutted out, which she used as a perch for {{TP|Misty|Togepi}} to sit on.
* A flashback in ''[[SS002|Cerulean Blues!]]'' showed Misty as a baby, wearing a sky-blue shirt and yellow diaper.

<gallery>
File:Baby Misty.png|Misty as a baby
File:Misty and Staryu.png|Misty's Advanced Generation outfit
File:Misty outfit SS016.png|Misty in ''[[SS016|Luvdisc is a Many Splendored Thing]]''
File:Misty Ash Kimonos.png|Misty and Ash dancing in their yukatas
File:Misty EP028 Makeover.png|Misty's makeover
File:Jessie Misty kimonos crowns.png|Misty wearing a pink kimono and crown
File:Misty Hollywood.png|Misty's [[Hollywood]] fantasy outfit
File:Misty Brock Sports Outfit.png|Misty and Brock in sports wear
File:Misty Red Bikini.png|Misty in a red bikini
File:Misty St Anne fantasy.png|Misty's St. Anne Fantasy
File:Misty Yellow Bikini.png|Misty in a yellow bikini
File:Misty Green Bikini.png|Misty in a green bikini
File:Misty Goldeen outfit.png|Misty's Goldeen Outfit
File:Misty Mermaid SS002.png|Misty's Mermaid outfit
File:Misty France.png|Misty's French fantasy
File:Misty red dress.png|Misty's red Chinese-style dress
</gallery>
 

=={{an|Brock}}==
===Main outfits===
Brock's main outfits contain different shades of the earthy colors green, brown and orange.
[[File:Brock OS.png|thumb|left|80px|Brock's [[Original series]] outfit]]
[[File:Brock AG.png|thumb|right|120px|Brock's ''Advanced Generation'' series outfit]]

====Original series====
One of the most distinct features of Brock's first outfit was his green vest, which had four large pockets on the front. He wore this over an orange short-sleeved shirt, along with brown pants and blue and white sneakers. On either side of his belt, which was black with a gold rectangular buckle, he had attached brown belt pockets. With it, he carried a large, blue backpack with a bedroll seen strapped to it at the top.

It is assumed he keeps many supplies in his many pockets, just as he tends to fill his bag with more supplies than it should be realistically able to hold. However, he has never been seen reaching into these pockets, so their contents remain unknown. The numerous pockets in this outfit were seen in all of his outfits.

Brock wore this outfit from ''[[EP005|Showdown in Pewter City]]'' to ''[[SS001|A Family That Battles Together Stays Together!]]''.

====''Advanced Generation'' series====
In the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, Brock wore a brown jacket with an orange collar. Under it, he wore a green undershirt, but he no longer wears a belt.
His shoes are a dark blue, and his new backpack is blue, but has no bedroll.

Brock wore this outfit from ''[[SS001|A Family That Battles Together Stays Together!]]'' to ''[[AG192|Home is Where the Start Is!]]''.

====''Diamond & Pearl'' series====
Brock's {{series|Diamond & Pearl}} outfit is one step closer to his original series outfit. He wears a vest again, but the colors are reversed. Instead of a green vest and an orange shirt, he wears an orange vest (which also consists of gray) and a green shirt. His new shoes and backpack are still blue, and his backpack does not have a bedroll.

Brock started wearing this outfit prior in ''[[DP002|Two Degrees of Separation!]]'', and is currently wearing it as of the latest Japanese episode.
 

===Side outfits===
====Formal clothes====
[[File:Brock DP.png|thumb|right|120px|Brock's Diamond & Pearl outfit]]
* Ash and Brock don party outfits in ''[[EP043|The March of the Exeggutor Squad]]''. Brock wears a white outfit with large pink frills on the sleeves and pant cuffs. He holds a pair of {{wp|maraca}}s with it.
* Brock fantasizes about wearing a blue {{wp|tuxedo (clothing)|tuxedo}} for a movie premier in ''[[EP070|Go West Young Meowth]]''.
* One of Brock's best known outfits is his ''"[[Takeshi's Paradise]]"'' outfit. This was possibly inspired by his outfit in ''[[EP043|The March of the Exeggutor Squad]]''. It is similar in many ways, particularly the pink frills. However, this outfit is purple and red instead of white. Also, he wears a large {{wp|sombrero}} with it, and his {{wp|maraca}}s now look like [[Poké Ball]]s. He wore a similar outfit in ''[[DP087|The Psyduck Stops Here!]]''
* Brock wears a white tuxedo in ''[[EP169|Beauty and the Breeder]]''. He is seen in it again in [[Temacu]]'s wedding fantasy in ''[[EP198|The Heartbreak of Brock]]'' with a rose tucked in the breast pocket.
* Misty and Brock both wore special outfits for the [[Weekly Pokémon Broadcasting Station]]. Brock's outfit is a lime green tuxedo with an oversized sparkling pink {{wp|bow tie}}.
* Brock wears a purple {{wp|suit (clothing)|suit}} in fantasies in ''[[AG117|Berry, Berry Interesting]]'' and ''[[AG141|Hail to the Chef]]''. For some reason, these fantasies also always involve Brock's woman of choice in a red dress with a white hair accessory, and drinking milk from a wine glass. However, the suit itself is variable; in the first episode, he wears it with a {{wp|necktie|tie}}, and in the second, with a bow tie.
* In ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', the characters dress up in formal medieval-themed outfits. Brock wears a beige robe similar to that of a priest covered by some sort of {{wp|cape}} or {{wp|mantle}} in brown, green, orange, and trimmed with gold, all topped with an orange {{wp|cap|skullcap}}.

====Weather clothes====
=====Swimwear=====
[[File:Brock snow pt.png|thumb|Brock's jacket|right|270px]]
* Brock's first swimwear was a pair of light purple swim trunks with three dark blue diamonds on the sides. From the {{series|Advanced Generation}} onwards, these trunks were colored dark purple, due to the different palette used in the digitally colored episodes beginning with ''[[EP261|Here's Lookin' at You, Elekid]]''.
* In ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]'', Brock wore a pair of olive green trunks with an orange stripe down the side. These trunks would later become Brock's main swimwear in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}. Brock also wore his new trunks in the hotspring scene in ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', but this is only known from the artwork, as in the scene itself, nothing below Brock's neck was seen above water.
* Like Ash and Dawn, Brock wore a different swimsuit than his normal one in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'' - in Brock's case, a pair of dark green trunks with white lines on them. Like Ash's and Dawn's new swimwear, Brock's new trunks are quite unique, as he only wore them in that movie.

=====Snow wear=====
* Brock wore a red jacket and olive pants in ''[[AG108|Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snorunt!]]''.
* Brock wore a jacket similar to {{ga|Lucas}}'s in Platinum from ''[[DP125|Battling a Cute Drama!]]'' to ''[[DP129|Pillars of Friendship!]]'', as well as part of the credits of ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]''.

====Other clothes====
* One of Brock's best known accessories is his pink frilly {{wp|apron}}. He frequently wears it while cooking or doing other chores.
* He also wears an alternate apron, known as the "movie apron" since it is only seen in the [[Pokémon movie]]s. This apron is bright blue with neon green straps.
* In ''[[EP053|The Purr-fect Hero]]'', Brock fantasizes about wearing {{wp|samurai}} {{wp|ō-yoroi}} armor and a {{wp|sumo}} suit.
* He wore a long, blue, medieval-themed robe for [[DJ Mary]]'s radio show in ''[[EP160|Air Time!]]''.
* He wore army attire in ''[[EP133|Tanks A Lot!]]'' when they had a plan to rescue Pikachu and others.
* He wore a stylish outfit with a matching cap in ''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]''.
* In ''[[DP137|Three Sides to Every Story!]]'', Brock is seen in his new boxers, which have the same color scheme as his undershirt.
<gallery perrow=5>
File:Brock army outfit.png|Brock in army attire
File:Misty Hollywood.png|Brock's [[Hollywood]] fantasy outfit
File:Brock AG156 ninja.png|Brock in a ninja outfit
File:Brock DP095.png|Brock at [[Lila]]'s shop
File:Dawn Brock Swimwear.png|Brock's swim trunks from ''[[DP047|Sandshrew's Locker!]]''
File:Ash Brock outfits EP043.png|Brock and Ash in their dance costumes
File:Brock apron EP085.png|Brock in an apron
File:Brock Takeshi Paradise outfit.png|Brock in his ''Takeshi's Paradise'' outfit
File:Brocks katana.png|Brock in {{wp|samurai}} armor from ''[[EP053|The Purr-fect Hero]]''
File:EP160 outfits.png|Ash and his friends in a "prince" story from ''[[EP160|Air Time!]]''
File:Brock in suit.png|Brock wearing a tuxedo
File:Porta Vista.png|Ash, Brock, and Misty with their original series [[bag]]s
File:Zorua Brock.png|Ash, Dawn, and Brock with their DP bags
File:Brock dp with bag.png|Brock with his DP bag
</gallery>

=={{Tracey}}==
===Main outfit===
[[File:Tracey Sketchit.png|thumb|right|Tracey's main outfit]]
Tracey has only had one main outfit throughout the entire series. It consists of a loose green {{wp|T-shirt}}, reddish-brown shorts, blue and yellow sneakers, an orange backpack, and his most notable accessory, a light red headband that he uses to keep his hair out of his face.
Tracey is the only main character from the original series whose outfit was not changed at the start of any of the newer series.

===Side outfits===
====Formal clothes====

====Weather clothes====

=====Swimwear=====
* His first swimsuit was a pair of navy-blue swim trunks with two red lines on either side, as seen in ''[[EP092|The Joy of Pokémon]]''.
* The second was seen in ''[[EP108|Pokémon Double Trouble]]''. It is still a pair of navy blue swim trunks but with a sunflower print. He also removed his headband while in this outfit.
* The third was seen in ''[[SS005|The Blue Badge of Courage]]''. It is yet another pair of blue swim trunks but with an orange stripe painted on the legs.

====Other clothes====
In ''[[SS016|Luvdisc is a Many Splendored Thing]]'', {{an|Daisy}} fantasized Tracey playing the prince in her water ballet alongside Misty. This outfit consisted of a blue shirt with long sleeves and gold trimming, teal pants, a red cape, and a silver crown. This would be the second time he is seen without his headband.

<gallery perrow=5>
File:Tracey trunks EP092.png|Tracey's first swimsuit
File:Tracey Sunflowered Trunks.png|Tracey in flower-patterned trunks
File:Tracey Trunks SS005.png|Tracey's trunks in ''[[SS005|The Blue Badge of Courage]]''
File:Tracey Prince.png‎|Tracey's prince outfit
File:Tracey Dodrio.png|Tracey with his bag, riding a {{p|Dodrio}}
</gallery>

=={{an|May}}==
===Main outfit===
[[File:MayAG.png|120px|thumb|left|May's {{series|Advanced Generation}} outfit]]
====''Advanced Generation'' series====
May's main outfit is a red t-shirt with a dark blue circle around her neck, dark blue bike shorts, white skirt, red and yellow sneakers, a red bandanna with a white Poké Ball print, a yellow waistpack, and dark-blue and white gloves. It is based on the outfit her {{ga|May|game counterpart}} wears in {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}.
[[File:MayDiamondPearl.png|right|thumb|200px|May's {{series|Diamond & Pearl}} outfit]]

====''Diamond & Pearl'' series====
Much like Ash and Brock changed clothes at the start of both the ''Advanced Generation'' and ''Diamond & Pearl'' series, and Misty did before her return in ''[[AG044|The Princess and the Togepi]]'', May changed clothes sometime between her departure in ''[[AG192|Home Is Where the Start Is]]'' and her return in ''[[DP075|Our Cup Runneth Over!]]'' Her outfit in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}} is based on the outfit that her {{ga|May|game counterpart}} wears in {{game|Emerald}}. It consists of a green bandanna, a red orange sleeveless T-shirt with a black collar, black bike shorts, black socks, and red and white sneakers. She also carries a green waistpack similar to the one she carried in the {{series|Advanced Generation}}. When she got off the boat, she was seen with a yellow backpack. It is unknown if she normally carries this or only had it because she was traveling a long distance (to Sinnoh from Johto).

May wore this outfit as of her latest appearance, and presumably currently wears it.
 

===Side outfits===
[[File:May Dress M08.png|250px|thumb|right|May's dress in ''Lucario and the Mystery of Mew'']]
====Formal clothes====
* In ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', the characters dress up in formal medieval-themed outfits. May wears a white, pink and red {{wp|ball gown}} decorated with tiny bows and with a decoration similar to {{p|Beautifly}} wings on the back. She wears her hair in two different ways in this outfit, with different accessories for each: in one way, she wears a large pink bow styled to look like her regular {{wp|kerchief|bandanna}}, and another, she has little pink pom-poms in her hair.
[[File:May Wallace Cup.png|thumb|200px|right|May at the Wallace Cup]]

* During the [[Wallace Cup]], May wore a new dress for the Contest, which was unique because it had an Arabian style to it. It was a pink half shirt with a yellow heart on it with yellow border on the sleeves and neck. She also wore a peach veil with a green gem on top, and a light purple long skirt with a piece of pink fabric at the waist. Her entire midriff is exposed here. She also wears brown flip-flops with toe rings and a yellow necklace with a red heart.

====Weather clothes====
=====Swimwear=====
* May's most common swimwear is a yellow hearts bikini. This was shown in ''[[AG012|The Lotad Lowdown]]'' and ''[[AG019|Sharpedo Attack!]]''.
* May also wore a pink polka-dotted one-piece swimsuit in ''[[AG019|Sharpedo Attack!]]''.
* May wore a green bikini with red hearts on her hips in ''[[AG020|Brave the Wave]]''.
* Twice May wore a pink bikini, first in ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' and then a second time in ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]].

=====Snow wear=====
* May wore a red jacket and olive pants in ''[[AG108|Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snorunt!]]''.

====Other clothes====
* May wore sleeveless pink colored ninja clothing in ''[[AG156|From Cradle to Save!]]''. Like Ash, she did not wear a white headband like the majority of the other characters.
* She was seen wearing winter clothing during a flashback in ''[[DP076|A Full Course Tag Battle!]]'' while at [[Ice Rock]] near [[Snowpoint City]]. It is basically a pink dress with sleeves, her green bandanna, and pink shoes.
* In ''[[DP078|Pruning a Passel of Pals!]]'', May wore orange pajamas.
 
<gallery perrow=5>
File:May AG156 ninja.png|Ash and May's ninja dress
File:Ice Rock anime.png|At [[Ice Rock]]
File:May Yellow Bikini.png| May in yellow bikini
File:May Swimsuit.png|May in pink one-piece swimsuit
File:May AG020 swimsuit.png|Green swimsuit
File:May swimsuit Movie 8.png|May's pink bikini
File:May swimsuit movie 9.png|May's second pink bikini in the ninth movie
</gallery>

==[[Max]]==
===Main outfit===
[[File:MaxAG.png|150px|thumb|right|Max's main outfit]]
Max's main outfit is a green t-shirt, green and brown sneakers, black glasses and brown shorts. He carries a yellow backpack with his belongings.

===Side outfits===
====Formal clothes====
* In ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', the characters dress up in formal medieval-themed outfits. Max's outfit appears to be one of a young prince with a {{wp|beret}} and a {{wp|cape}}.
====Weather clothes====
'''Swimwear'''
* Max's most common swimwear was a pair of green trunks, with no special patterns. This was seen in ''[[AG012|The Lotad Lowdown]]'' and ''[[AG019|Sharpedo Attack!]]'', as well as ''[[AG187|The Unbeatable Lightness of Seeing!]]''
* He also wore a dark green Speedo in ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]'', as well as in ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]''.

'''Snow Wear'''
* Max wore a red jacket and olive pants in ''[[AG108|Let It Snow, Let it Snow, Let It Snorunt!]]''

=====Other Clothes=====
* Max wore blue-and-black-colored ninja clothing and a white headband in ''[[AG156|From Cradle to Save!]]''
* Max was seen sleeping in a plain white t-shirt in the beginning of ''[[AG021|Which Wurmple's Which?]]''

 
<gallery perrow=5>
File:Max green trunks.png|Max at hot springs in green trunks
File:MaxSpeedoManaphy2.png|Max swimming in a green Speedo
File:May Max medieval outfits.png|Max and May in their medieval-themed outfits
File:Max Shuppet.png|Max with his bag, playing alongside a {{p|Shuppet}}
</gallery>

=={{an|Dawn}}==
[[File:Dawn DP.png|thumb|right|125px|thumb|Dawn's main outfit]]
===Main outfit===
Dawn's outfit consists of a mini dress which is mostly black with a white undershirt inside a V-shaped neck with a short pink skirt. On her head, she wears a white beanie with a pink [[Poké Ball]] print on it. She also wears gold hair clips that hold up her hair in front. On her feet, she wears pink knee-high boots with black socks underneath. She also has a small yellow backpack with all her personal belongings. It is nearly identical to her {{ga|Dawn|game counterpart's}} with the exception of her scarf and bag.

===Side outfits===
====Formal clothes====
Formal clothes are a key part of Dawn's wardrobe, since she dresses up nicely for all her [[Pokémon Contest]]s.
* In her [[DP001|debut appearance]], she was shown to be wearing three different formal outfits when imagining herself in Contests with each of the Sinnoh starters.
* She frequently wears a pink dress during her Contests. In the [[Floaroma Town]] Contest, she decorated her dress with flowers, presumably to fit the town's flowery theme. In the [[Hearthome City]] Contest, she added a yellow Ribbon around her waist and her hair barrettes were star-shaped. The yellow Ribbon was also seen in the [[Wallace Cup]]. In the first round of the [[Celestic Town]] Contest, she decorated her dress with fluffy fur, similar to {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}'s. In the [[Lilypad Town]] Contest, she again wore her yellow Ribbon with long white gloves. In the [[Daybreak Town]] Contest, she wears short white gloves, with one red Ribbon in each one, and her shoes have one yellow rose in each. Opening and ending themes show her in different dresses, but she has never worn them in Contests.
* In ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]'', Dawn wore a pink outfit for the [[Alamos Town]] Contest.
* In the [[Hearthome Collection]], she wore a plain white-blue dress with a yellow Ribbon at the back. It also came along with a blue, beaded necklace and white shoes.
* In ''[[DP171|Dawn of a Royal Day]]'', Dawn wore [[Princess Salvia]]'s light pink dress with long white gloves, when they swapped places.
* In the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival|Grand Festival]], she wore a new yellow dress with long white gloves and white shoes.
<gallery perrow=5>
File:Dawn costume 1.png|Chimchar fantasy
File:Dawn costume 2.png|Piplup fantasy
File:Dawn costume 3.png|Turtwig fantasy
File:Dawn DP011 contest.png|In the Jubilife Contest''
File:Dawn DP027 contest.png|In the Floaroma Contest
File:Dawn DP049 contest 2.png|In the Hearthome Contest
File:Dawn DP077 contest.png|In the [[Wallace Cup]]
File:Dawn DP095 contest.png|In both the Celestic and Chocovine Contests
File:Dawn DP146 contest.png|In the Lilypad Contest
File:Dawn contest.png|In the Daybreak Contest
File:Dawn Grand Festival.png|In the Grand Festival
File:Dawn movie10 pink.png|In the Alamos Contest
File:DawnCollection.png|Dawn in the Hearthome Collection
File:Dawn DP171 princess outfit.png|Dawn as Princess Salvia
</gallery>

====Weather clothes====
=====Swimwear=====
* Dawn's most common swimwear is a yellow and orange bikini, which she wore in ''[[DP047|Sandshrew's Locker!]]'', ''[[DP063|Hot Springing a Leak!]]'', and ''[[DP089|Up Close and Personable!]]''
* She wore a pink one-piece swimsuit with a short skirt around the waist in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'', along with some kind of white undershirt with horizontal black stripes on it.
* In the ending [[In Your Heart, LaLaLa]], Dawn wore a light pink one-piece swimsuit with two white stripes at the bottom.
* Dawn wears a different swimsuit in the [[Best Wishes]] series. This two-piece swimsuit consists of a light green top with vertical dark green stripes and a light green piece of cloth wrapped around her middle. Dawn wore this swimsuit for the first time in ''[[BW087|Expedition to Onix Island!]]''.

=====Snow wear=====
[[File:Dawn snow pt.png|thumb|270px|Dawn in her {{v2|Platinum}} outfit]]
* Dawn wore an outfit nearly identical to her {{ga|Dawn|game counterpart's}} in Platinum from'' [[DP125|Battling a Cute Drama!]]'' to ''[[DP129|Pillars of Friendship!]]'', as well as part of the credits of ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]''. The only difference is she maintains her gold barrettes rather than wearing pink ones.
* The [[Pokémon Learning League]] website portrays Dawn with her white undershirt having sleeves that reach past her elbows, and black stockings or tights covering her legs.
* Dawn donned a pink cheerleading outfit in ''[[DP018|O'er the Rampardos we Watched]]'', ''[[DP068|A Triple Fighting Chance!]]'' and ''[[DP179|The Eighth Wonder of the Sinnoh World!]]''. Her Pokémon have similar outfits. The purpose of the outfit was to support [[Ash Ketchum]] in his Gym battles with Roark, Maylene and Volkner.
* Before leaving her home to start her journey, she was shown to have many clothes in the bag her mom asked her to leave behind.
* Dawn wore a French maid's outfit to help out at the [[Café Cabin]] in ''[[DP062|Tanks for the Memories!]]''.
* In ''[[DP043|Malice in Wonderland]]'' she wore a {{p|Piplup}} costume in her dream.
* One point of the end credits of ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]'' features shots of Dawn in a number of different outfits.
* Whenever she's sleeping, Dawn wears pink pajamas, first seen in ''[[DP009|Setting the World on its Buneary!]]''.
* Dawn wears a long pink nightgown at the start of ''[[DP001|Following a Maiden's Voyage!]]''. It is also seen in the ending ''[[By Your Side ~Hikari's Theme~]]''.
<gallery>
File:Dawn Brock Swimwear.png|Dawn's bikini
File:Dawn DP098 Swimsuit.png|A closer view of Dawn's bikini
File:Dawn Cheerleading outfit.png|Dawn in a cheerleader outfit
File:Dawn Maid Outfit.png|Helping out at the [[Café Cabin]]
File:Dawn piplup costume.png|Dawn in her Piplup costume
File:Dawn pokemon cheer.png|Dawn's Pokémon 
File:Dawn Nightgown.png|Dawn's nightgown
File:Dawn DP078 pajamas.png|Dawn's pajamas in ''[[DP078|Pruning a Passel of Pals!]]''
File:Dawn pajamas DP174.png|Dawn's pajamas in ''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]''
File:Dawn movie10 green.png|Green suit in ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]''
File:Dawn movie10 red.png|Chinese dress in ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]''
File:Dawn movie10 black.png|Lolita outfit in ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]''
File:Dawn movie10 blue.png|Cyberpunk outfit in ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]''
File:Dawn and Leona.png|[[Leona]] and Dawn in their kindergarten outfits
File:Dawn PLL.png|In the Pokémon Learning League
File:Dominos Ad Nov08.png|Dawn's dress in a Dominos Christmas commercial
File:Dawn M12 Swimsuit.png|Swimsuit in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]''
File:Dawn and Iris playing.png|Dawn's swimsuit in ''[[BW087|Expedition to Onix Island!]]''
File:Ash Dawn DP bags.png|Ash and Dawn with their bags (DP)
</gallery>

=={{an|Iris}}==
[[File:IrisBW.png|thumb|right|125px|Iris's main outfit]]
===Main outfit===
* Iris' usual outfit is exactly the same as [[Iris|her game counterpart]]'s outfit. It consists of a cream shirt that has long loose sleeves with pink cuffs and a pink collar, a pink skirt with a large pink Ribbon on the side, the pink ribbon is tied around her waist just like a normal cardigan would be also there is white and yellow leggings going over her knees, a pink backpack, pink and white shoes with yellow stripes and a yellow hair Ribbon.

===Side outfits===
====Swimwear====
* Iris wore a white swimsuit in ''[[BW003|A Sandile Gusher of Change!]]''. However, it is unknown if it is one- or two-piece, since nothing below her chest was seen above water.
* Iris wears another swimsuit in the fourth ending of the {{series|Best Wishes}}, [[Look Look☆Here]]. It is a light pink one-piece bathing suit, with a dark pink ribbon at the chest. In the anime itself, Iris wore it for the first time in ''[[BW087|Expedition to Onix Island!]]''.

====Other ====
* When sleeping, Iris wears a light pink shirt and pink boxer shorts.
* During the flashback of a younger Iris in ''[[BW033|Iris and Excadrill Against the Dragon Buster!]]'', Iris was seen wearing a cream top with pink trim, plain white leggings and pink sandals.
* In ''[[BW038|Movie Time! Zorua in "The Legend of the Pokémon Knight"!]]'', Iris wore a Dragon Master costume, as well as a princess dress during [[Luke]]'s film.
* Iris wore a pink top with a black skirt and pink hat in promotional artwork for ''[[BW051|Lost at the Stamp Rally!]]'', however, she never wore it in the actual episode.
* In ''[[BW059|Stopping the Rage of Legends! Part 1]]'' and ''[[BW060|Stopping the Rage of Legends! Part 2]]'', Iris wore a shrine maiden's robes to summon {{p|Landorus}} to stop {{p|Thundurus}} and {{p|Tornadus}}.
* Iris and Axew dressed up as Professor Juniper and Darumaka in the costume contest portion of the Wishing Bell Festival in ''[[BW069|Climbing the Tower of Success!]]''.
* In ''[[BW082|An Epic Defense Force!]]'', in Luke's second film, Iris played the part of an island princess along with {{p|Zorua}} and Axew, and thus dressed up for the part.
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<gallery perrow=5>
File:Iris Swinging.png|Iris with her bag, swinging on a vine
File:Iris Pajamas.png|Iris in her pajamas
File:Iris Swimsuit.png|Iris's swimsuit in ''[[BW003|A Sandile Gusher of Change!]]''
File:BW ED 04.png|Iris's second swimsuit in the {{series|Best Wishes}}
File:Iris Dragon Master costume.png|Iris's Dragon Master costume
File:Iris Princess.png|Iris as a princess
File:Wishful Musical.png|Iris in promotional artwork for the [[Pokémon Musical]]
File:Iris shrine maiden.png|Iris as a shrine maiden
File:Iris as Professor Juniper.png|Iris and {{TP|Iris|Axew}} as [[Professor Juniper]] and {{p|Darumaka}} in ''[[BW069|Climbing the Tower of Success!]]''
</gallery>
{{clear}}

=={{an|Cilan}}==
[[File:CilanBW.png|thumb|right|100px|Cilan's main outfit]]
===Main outfit===
* Cilan's usual outfit is identical to [[Cilan|his game counterpart]]'s, consisting of a white shirt, a black and gray vest with gold buttons, a green bow tie, black pants held up with a brown belt, and brown shoes. However, unlike his game counterpart, he does not always wear his apron, instead putting it on occasionally when cooking. He also includes a brown backpack to store his belongings.

===Side outfits===
* Cilan wore green house slippers in ''[[BW040|Cilan Versus Trip, Ash Versus Georgia!]]''.
====Other outfits====
* Cilan is shown in his pajamas in numerous episodes which appear to be gray pants and a long-sleeved, light green top.
* Cilan wore a brown detective cap in ''[[BW035|Where Did You Go, Audino?]]'' when investigating the missing {{p|Audino}}.
* In ''[[BW038|Movie Time! Zorua in "The Legend of the Pokémon Knight"!]]'', Cilan wears a pirate costume for [[Luke]]'s film, as well as an orange masquerade mask and cape.
* In addition to his brown cap from before, Cilan wore a white trench coat in ''[[BW043|Meowth's Scrafty Tactics!]]''.
* Cilan wore a white tuxedo in promotional artwork for ''[[BW051|Lost at the Stamp Rally!]]'', however, he never wore it in the actual episode.
* In ''[[BW098|Beauties Battling for Pride and Prestige!]]'' Cilan wore a pink dress with red bows and a blond wig.

====Swimwear====
* Cilan wears swim trunks in the fourth ending of the {{series|Best Wishes}}, [[Look Look☆Here]]. The swim trunks are dark yellow, with a light green stripe and a dark green stripe at each side.
{{-}}
<gallery perrow=5>
File:Ash Cilan pajamas.png|Ash and Cilan in their pajamas
File:Cilan Pajamas.png|Cilan in his pajamas
File:Cilan Apron.png|Cilan with his apron on
File:BW ED 04.png|Cilan's swim trunks
File:Cilan Hat.png|Cilan's hat
File:Cilan Pirate.png|Cilan as a pirate
File:Cilan costume.png|Cilan in his mask and cape
File:Cilan detective.png|Cilan as an interrogator
File:Metro Connoisseur Cilan.png|Cilan as a "Metro Connoisseur"
File:Cilan shirt.png|Cilan without his vest
File:Wishful Musical.png|Cilan in promotional artwork for the [[Pokémon Musical]]
File:Cilan slippers.png|Cilan's house slippers in ''[[BW040|Cilan Versus Trip, Ash Versus Georgia!]]''
File:Cilan as Elesa.png|Cilan dressed up as [[Elesa]] in ''[[BW069|Climbing the Tower of Success!]]''
File:Ash Cilan crossdressing.png|Cilan and Ash crossdressing in ''[[BW098|Beauties Battling for Pride and Prestige!]]''
</gallery>
{{clear}}

=={{an|Serena}}==
[[File:Serena XY.png|thumb|right|100px|Serena's main outfit]]
===Main outfit===
* Serena's main outfit consists of a black tank-top with a white collar, a red skirt, a dark pink hat with a black bow, black long socks, and black shoes. She has a pink backpack with a black Poké Ball design to store her belongings. It is nearly identical to her {{ga|Serena|game counterpart's}} with the exception of her hat, collar, bag, and the lack of sunglasses.

===Side outfits===

====Other outfits====
* In ''[[XY001|Kalos, Where Dreams and Adventures Begin!]]'' and ''[[XY009|Clemont's Got a Secret!]]'', Serena wore pink pajamas.
* In ''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]'' and ''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]'', Serena wore a pink jumpsuit while practicing for the Rhyhorn race.
* In ''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]'', ''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]'', and ''[[XY015|An Appetite for Battle!]]'', Serena wore a lavender sweater and dark-pink shorts as inside clothing.
* In ''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]'', ''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]'' and [[XY026]], she wore a pink apron while baking.
* In ''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]'', for filming her PokéVision video, she dressed up in a {{p|Fennekin}} {{pkmn|cosplay}}, consisting of a pink bow, a short top, a pair of wristbands and skirt with Fennekin ears, tail and boots.
* In ''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]'', she also wore a full-length pink gown with tiered ruffled skirt.
* When cleaning up in ''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]'', she wore a light blue bathrobe.
* In the freezer room in ''[[XY023|Coming Back for the Gold!]]'', Serena, along with Ash, Clemont, Alexa, and Bonnie, she wore an orange snowsuit.

====Swimwear====
* During Peace Smile, the second ending of the XY series, Serena wears a pink bikini.

<gallery>
File:Serena pajamas.png|Serena in her pajamas
File:Ash Serena Bonnie pajamas.png|Serena in her hoodie
File:Serena racing suit.png|Serena's Rhyhorn racing suit
File:Serena Apron.png|Serena in her hoodie and an apron
</gallery>
{{clear}}

=={{an|Clemont}}==
[[File:Clemont XY.png|thumb|right|100px|Clemont's main outfit]]
===Main outfit===
* Clemont's main outfit is identical to his [[Clemont|in-game counterpart's]], consisting of a blue and yellow jumpsuit, glasses, and black and white shoes. He stores his inventions in the black and white backpack he calls his "Clemontic gear."

===Side outfits===
====Other outfits====
* Clemont's pajamas were seen in ''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]'' and ''[[XY009|Clemont's Got a Secret!]]'', including a nightcap and long-sleeved shirt with blue and light blue stripes.
* In ''[[XY018|Awakening the Sleeping Giant]]'', Clemont is shown to wear a white sleeveless undershirt and light blue striped bloomers underneath his jumpsuit.
* During his dating video in ''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]'', Clemont dressed up in a ''habit à la française'', a style of suit popular during the 18th century. It consists of a blue longcoat, teal waistcoat and breeches, orange cravat, white shirt, long white socks, and blue shoes.
* In the freezer room in ''[[XY023|Coming Back for the Gold!]]'', Clemont, along with Ash, Serena, Alexa, and Bonnie, he wore an orange snowsuit.

====Swimwear====
* During Peace Smile, the second ending of the XY series, Clemont wore his swimsuit, it is a blue borat-style swimsuit, cap, and yellow goggles.

<gallery perrow=5>
File:Clemont and Ash pajamas.png|Clemont in his pajamas
File:Clemont underwear.png|Clemont in his underwear and undershirt.
File:Clemont dating video.png|Clemont wearing a nice suit during his "dating" video for PokéVision.
File:Group Snowsuits.png|Clemont in an orange snowsuit with Ash, Serena, Alexa, and Bonnie.
</gallery>
{{clear}}

=={{an|Bonnie}}==
[[File:Bonnie XY.png|thumb|right|100px|Bonnie's main outfit]]
===Main outfit===
* Bonnie's main outfit consists of a dark brown shirt with a black ribbon on the chest, white skirt, black shorts, and pink shoes. She carries a yellow satchel.

===Side outfits===

====Other outfits====
* Bonnie was seen wearing {{p|Tyrantrum}} pajamas in ''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]'', ''[[XY009|Clemont's Got a Secret!]]'', and ''[[XY015|An Appetite for Battle!]].''
* In ''[[XY017|A Rush of Ninja Wisdom]]'', Bonnie wore a pink ninja suit.
* In the freezer room in ''[[XY023|Coming Back for the Gold!]]'', Bonnie, along with Ash, Serena, Alexa, and Clemont, wore an orange snowsuit.

====Swimwear====
* During Peace Smile, the second ending of the XY series, Bonnie wore her swimsuit, it is a {{p|Slowbro}} swimsuit.

<gallery perrow=5>
File:Ash Serena Bonnie pajamas.png|Bonnie in her pajamas
</gallery>
{{clear}}

==[[Jessie]], [[James]] and {{MTR}}==
[[File:TeamRocketAnime.png|thumb|left|Team Rocket's main outfits]]
===Main outfits===
Jessie and James are usually found in the same outfit at all times: their white [[Team Rocket uniform]]s. There has been some question about the position or rank denoted by these uniforms, since most {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket Grunts}} wear a black uniform of similar design. However, in ''[[EP231|Dues and Don'ts]]'', it was revealed that Jessie and James designed their own uniforms to "express their sense of style." Jessie and James have only been seen wearing a different color uniform in ''[[SS012|Training Daze]]'', where they (along with the other trainees) wear dark red. They also wore the black uniforms once.{{Fact}}

Meowth, being a Pokémon, has no main outfit and is seen most often not wearing any clothing. However, he does have a fairly notable list of side outfits which he's worn alongside Jessie and James.

====''Best Wishes'' series====
[[File:Team Rocket BW 1.png|250px|thumb|right|Team Rocket's black uniforms]]
Jessie and James changed into their black uniforms in the {{series|Best Wishes}}. They wore these outfits from ''[[BW001|In the Shadow of Zekrom]]'' until ''[[BW023|Battling For The Love of Bug-Types!]]'' when they switched back into their white ones.

===Side outfits===
====Disguises====
{{main|List of Team Rocket's disguises}}
Frequently, when they are not wearing their Team Rocket uniforms, they are most likely wearing something as a [[List of Team Rocket's disguises|disguise]] to fool the [[twerp]]s. These range from very elaborate to very simple outfits, all of which have fooled Ash and {{ashfr}} with similar success.

Several of these disguises are posing as other characters, such as [[Officer Jenny]] and [[Nurse Joy]]. {{an|Brock}} is usually the best at telling these disguises from the actual women, whether he is aware of it or not.

====Formal clothes====
* In ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', the characters dress up in formal medieval-themed outfits. Jessie and James looked possibly the most out of place, perhaps as a tongue-in-cheek joke, wearing extravagant outfits based more on the {{wp|Victorian fashion|Victorian era}} than medieval times. Meowth, on the other hand, wore one of the most well-known of medieval outfits, a {{wp|armour|suit of armor}}.
* Whenever she competes in [[Pokémon Super Contest]]s, Jessie wears a large orange dress with light brown boots, with round yellow and orange glasses and her hair in pigtails, under the name Jessilina (Japanese: キャンディ・ムサリーナ ''Candy Musalina'').

====Weather clothes====
=====Swimwear=====
* Jessie and James ''both'' wore two-piece bikinis in ''[[EP018|Beauty and the Beach]]''. James wore his with giant inflatable breasts. These swimsuits were never seen in the English dub, since the scene containing them was cut.
* Jessie and James also both wore swimsuits in ''[[DP013|A Staravia is Born!]]''. Jessie wore a blue bikini and James wore a blue Speedo. They both had the 'R' logo on them.
* Jessie, James and Meowth were seen using scuba gears in ''[[BW127|The Island of Illusions!]]''.

=====Snow wear=====
* Team Rocket wore green jackets and pants in ''[[AG108|Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snorunt!]]''.

====Other clothes====
====Images====
<gallery>
File:EP018DeletedShot.png|The infamous scene that got cut in the English dub
File:Team Rocket bathing suits.png|Team Rocket in their swimsuits
File:Jessie James Swimsuits.png|Jessie's and James's swimsuits from ''[[DP013|A Staravia is Born!]]''
File:AG125 Rocket disguise.png|Jenny and Joy disguises
File:TR disguises EP074.png|Team Rocket during the introduction of the [[Indigo League]]
File:Team Rocket Disguised Officers.png|Team Rocket disguised as [[Officer Jenny|police officers]]
File:Jessie James trainee outfits.png|Team Rocket in a flashback during their days as Rocket Trainees
File:Meowth Prince EP041.png|Meowth dressed up as a prince
File:James suit EP048.png|James in a suit
File:James Moltres costume.png|James as a Moltres
File:Jessie Misty kimonos crowns.png|Jessie and Misty in kimonos and crowns
File:James Professor Oak EP245.png|James as {{an|Professor Oak}}
File:Team Rocket Hawaiian Outfits.png|Jessie, James, and Meowth using their casual clothings from the {{series|DP}}
File:Jessie James Snowcoats.png|Jessie and James wearing green Team Rocket snow coats in ''[[AG108|Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snorunt!]]''
File:Jessie James AG032.png|Jessie and James disguises in [[AG032|''Abandon Ship!'']]
File:Jessie Princess Powerzone.png|Jessie as [[DP008|Princess Powerzone]]
File:Jessie Summer School Disguise.png|Jessie's [[Pokémon Summer Academy]] disguise
File:Jessie Jessebella.png|Jessie as Jessebella
File:Jessadia.png|Jessie as Jessadia
File:Jessalina.png|Jessie as Jessilina
File:Jessie Fantina.png|Jessilina as [[Fantina]]
File:James as Jessilina.png|James disguised as Jessilina
File:Jessalina Grand Festival.png|As Jessilina in the Grand Festival
File:BW127 Team Rocket scuba gears.png|Jessie, James, and Meowth in scuba gear
</gallery>
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Talk:Calem (game)

2013-08-21T12:20:46Z

Clark Griswald: /* Player versus NPC */

==Why?==

Um, why does the trivia say: "'''''Prior to the release''''' of Pokémon X and Y, pre-release media '''''reffered''''' to Calem as "Xavier." "

Wouldn't it make more sense to say: "'''''Currently''''' Pokémon X and Y pre-release media '''''is reffering''''' to Calem as "Xavier." "?
You know, beacause the game ''isn't actually released yet''? ★☆[[User:Togetic45|'''Toge''']][[User talk:Togetic45|'''tic''']][[Special:Contributions/Togetic45|'''45''']]☆★ 15:12, 21 June 2013 (UTC)

:It would make more sense to hide it until October 12th, same with [[Serena|Yvonne]]'s trivia. --[[User:Relicant|'''Reli'''★'''ジーランス''']]'''?''' 15:39, 21 June 2013 (UTC)
::Why would we hide it? We know their real names ''now''. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 16:38, 21 June 2013 (UTC)

Because the game hasn't been released yet. It's just stupid to have trivia about their prerelease names up here when it's not even October 12th yet. (Also Xavier and Yvonne need to be turned into redirects, Whitlea and Blair are) --[[User:Relicant|'''Reli'''★'''ジーランス''']]'''?''' 16:43, 21 June 2013 (UTC)

Ok. A big fuss happened just because I asked something, but no matter. I'm sure the higher ranked users know more then me. Whatever. :) ★☆[[User:Togetic45|'''Toge''']][[User talk:Togetic45|'''tic''']][[Special:Contributions/Togetic45|'''45''']]☆★ 11:56, 9 July 2013 (UTC)

== Player versus NPC ==

Judging from where both Xavier and Calem's names are located on the official website, why can't we say that the NPC's name is Calem and that the identical player's name is Xavier? Obviously, they don't have the same plotline (one being your neighbor and one being you), so technically they could be considered separate characters. Besides, the official website is actually using both names, in what seem to be these two situations. I know that this is a rather complicated way to put it, and it may be easier to call him Calem and say that Xavier was exclusively prerelease (although Calem technically is, too), but this is what the website seems to be saying, and saying otherwise would be just as speculative, if not more so. (For proof of my statements, see the official website's "Characters" part of the X and Y section.) [[User:EpicDeino|EpicDeino]] ([[User talk:EpicDeino|talk]]) 17:45, 30 June 2013 (UTC)
:No. This happens every single game. When you play as {{ga|May}}, you get {{ga|Brendan}} and your neighbor. When you play as {{ga|Lucas}}, {{ga|Dawn}} is [[Professor Rowan]]'s assistant. When you play as {{ga|Ethan}}, {{ga|Lyra}} is your neighbor. When you play as {{ga|Hilbert}} or {{ga|Nate}}, {{ga|Hilda}} or {{ga|Rosa}} is your [[Battle Subway]] partner. It's the same thing that happens every single game. The names as NPCs are the official names. Xavier and Yvonne are just placeholder names, which they also use every game. The Japanese site just uses X and Y, respectively. Which aren't names at all. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 17:52, 30 June 2013 (UTC)
::They are still being referred to as Xavier and Yvonne. I think this is the first time where the default name and NPC name differ. That and the NPC versions aren't exactly the same as the default characters. Is it safe to keep them as Xavier and Yvonne as by now we would have seen Gamefreak change the names to Calem/Serena if those were the default names. [[User:XanderO|XanderO]] ([[User talk:XanderO|talk]]) 02:36, 15 July 2013 (UTC)
:::I'll assume this was meant to be here. No, that's not how it works. Xavier and Yvonne are nothing more than names that they use for promotional material. That's it. It happens every single game. If they were the canon names, then Ethan would be called "Heart" and Lyra would be called "Soul". Same goes for Nate being "Black2" and Rosa being "White2". Even if the NPCs thing has been revealed, they aren't going to stop using the names they were using earlier. If you must know, it basically works like this. You, the player, can name your character whatever you want. However, the character you didn't pick appears in the game with a preset name. This is how the naming for player characters work and it's not different here. In summation, Xavier and Yvonne are not the names. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 03:25, 15 July 2013 (UTC)
::::The new gameplay demon also has the Player character as Xavier even though his female rival is Serena.

== Friends ==

Serena is also one of the friends he meets in Vaniville, not only Tierno, Shauna and Trevor. [[User:Duke R|'''|) u |( e''']] [[User talk:Duke R|'''®''']] 03:11, 1 July 2013 (UTC)

== Korean name for Calem ==

His Korean name is 칼름 ''Kalleum''.
* Basically the transliteration of "Calem". -- [[User:Nick15|Nick15]] ([[User talk:Nick15|talk]]) 23:23, 11 July 2013 (UTC)

== Eye color is grey, not brown. ==

Calem's eye color is listed as brown. However, I'm sure he has grey eyes. By the way, someone else also noted this on Serena's Talk Page. Could anyone change it? [[User:Nickvang|Nickvang]] ([[User talk:Nickvang|talk]]) 19:25, 13 August 2013 (UTC)

== Pokémon-Amie artwork ==
[[File:Pokémon-Amie artwork.png|thumb]]
This is another artwork for Calem, but the page is protected. Same with Serena. [[User:PaulMacciatto|PaulMacciatto]] ([[User talk:PaulMacciatto|talk]]) 06:45, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
:Not every image that contains Calem needs to be on his page. This is artwork of [[Pokémon-Amie]], so it belongs on that page. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 10:40, 18 August 2013 (UTC)

== Image ==

Someone should probably put the main image size to something like 120px so it's a little smaller --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 10:24, 18 August 2013 (UTC)

Talk:Calem (game)

2013-08-21T12:20:32Z

Clark Griswald: /* Player versus NPC */

==Why?==

Um, why does the trivia say: "'''''Prior to the release''''' of Pokémon X and Y, pre-release media '''''reffered''''' to Calem as "Xavier." "

Wouldn't it make more sense to say: "'''''Currently''''' Pokémon X and Y pre-release media '''''is reffering''''' to Calem as "Xavier." "?
You know, beacause the game ''isn't actually released yet''? ★☆[[User:Togetic45|'''Toge''']][[User talk:Togetic45|'''tic''']][[Special:Contributions/Togetic45|'''45''']]☆★ 15:12, 21 June 2013 (UTC)

:It would make more sense to hide it until October 12th, same with [[Serena|Yvonne]]'s trivia. --[[User:Relicant|'''Reli'''★'''ジーランス''']]'''?''' 15:39, 21 June 2013 (UTC)
::Why would we hide it? We know their real names ''now''. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 16:38, 21 June 2013 (UTC)

Because the game hasn't been released yet. It's just stupid to have trivia about their prerelease names up here when it's not even October 12th yet. (Also Xavier and Yvonne need to be turned into redirects, Whitlea and Blair are) --[[User:Relicant|'''Reli'''★'''ジーランス''']]'''?''' 16:43, 21 June 2013 (UTC)

Ok. A big fuss happened just because I asked something, but no matter. I'm sure the higher ranked users know more then me. Whatever. :) ★☆[[User:Togetic45|'''Toge''']][[User talk:Togetic45|'''tic''']][[Special:Contributions/Togetic45|'''45''']]☆★ 11:56, 9 July 2013 (UTC)

== Player versus NPC ==

Judging from where both Xavier and Calem's names are located on the official website, why can't we say that the NPC's name is Calem and that the identical player's name is Xavier? Obviously, they don't have the same plotline (one being your neighbor and one being you), so technically they could be considered separate characters. Besides, the official website is actually using both names, in what seem to be these two situations. I know that this is a rather complicated way to put it, and it may be easier to call him Calem and say that Xavier was exclusively prerelease (although Calem technically is, too), but this is what the website seems to be saying, and saying otherwise would be just as speculative, if not more so. (For proof of my statements, see the official website's "Characters" part of the X and Y section.) [[User:EpicDeino|EpicDeino]] ([[User talk:EpicDeino|talk]]) 17:45, 30 June 2013 (UTC)
:No. This happens every single game. When you play as {{ga|May}}, you get {{ga|Brendan}} and your neighbor. When you play as {{ga|Lucas}}, {{ga|Dawn}} is [[Professor Rowan]]'s assistant. When you play as {{ga|Ethan}}, {{ga|Lyra}} is your neighbor. When you play as {{ga|Hilbert}} or {{ga|Nate}}, {{ga|Hilda}} or {{ga|Rosa}} is your [[Battle Subway]] partner. It's the same thing that happens every single game. The names as NPCs are the official names. Xavier and Yvonne are just placeholder names, which they also use every game. The Japanese site just uses X and Y, respectively. Which aren't names at all. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 17:52, 30 June 2013 (UTC)
::They are still being referred to as Xavier and Yvonne. I think this is the first time where the default name and NPC name differ. That and the NPC versions aren't exactly the same as the default characters. Is it safe to keep them as Xavier and Yvonne as by now we would have seen Gamefreak change the names to Calem/Serena if those were the default names. [[User:XanderO|XanderO]] ([[User talk:XanderO|talk]]) 02:36, 15 July 2013 (UTC)
:::I'll assume this was meant to be here. No, that's not how it works. Xavier and Yvonne are nothing more than names that they use for promotional material. That's it. It happens every single game. If they were the canon names, then Ethan would be called "Heart" and Lyra would be called "Soul". Same goes for Nate being "Black2" and Rosa being "White2". Even if the NPCs thing has been revealed, they aren't going to stop using the names they were using earlier. If you must know, it basically works like this. You, the player, can name your character whatever you want. However, the character you didn't pick appears in the game with a preset name. This is how the naming for player characters work and it's not different here. In summation, Xavier and Yvonne are not the names. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 03:25, 15 July 2013 (UTC)
::::The new gameplay demon also has the PC character as Xavier even though his female rival is Serena.

== Friends ==

Serena is also one of the friends he meets in Vaniville, not only Tierno, Shauna and Trevor. [[User:Duke R|'''|) u |( e''']] [[User talk:Duke R|'''®''']] 03:11, 1 July 2013 (UTC)

== Korean name for Calem ==

His Korean name is 칼름 ''Kalleum''.
* Basically the transliteration of "Calem". -- [[User:Nick15|Nick15]] ([[User talk:Nick15|talk]]) 23:23, 11 July 2013 (UTC)

== Eye color is grey, not brown. ==

Calem's eye color is listed as brown. However, I'm sure he has grey eyes. By the way, someone else also noted this on Serena's Talk Page. Could anyone change it? [[User:Nickvang|Nickvang]] ([[User talk:Nickvang|talk]]) 19:25, 13 August 2013 (UTC)

== Pokémon-Amie artwork ==
[[File:Pokémon-Amie artwork.png|thumb]]
This is another artwork for Calem, but the page is protected. Same with Serena. [[User:PaulMacciatto|PaulMacciatto]] ([[User talk:PaulMacciatto|talk]]) 06:45, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
:Not every image that contains Calem needs to be on his page. This is artwork of [[Pokémon-Amie]], so it belongs on that page. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 10:40, 18 August 2013 (UTC)

== Image ==

Someone should probably put the main image size to something like 120px so it's a little smaller --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 10:24, 18 August 2013 (UTC)

Talk:Serena (game)

2013-08-21T12:19:25Z

Clark Griswald: /* Name for PC vs. Name for Rival */ new section

== "Prior to the release of Pokémon X and Y..." ==
FYI, X and Y isn't out yet. --[[User:Relicant|'''Reli'''★'''ジーランス''']]'''?''' 16:55, 18 June 2013 (UTC)
:*Guessing that should be removed or something? ----[[User:NateVirus|NateVirus]]''([[User talk:NateVirus|Talk]]''|''[[Special:Contributions/NateVirus|Contributions]]'') 18:51, 18 June 2013 (UTC)
I say hide it until X and Y are released, same with [[Calem (game)|Xavier]]. --[[User:Relicant|'''Reli'''★'''ジーランス''']]'''?''' 12:35, 19 June 2013 (UTC)

== Redirect ==
Can some kind of redirect get added for Serena without the (game)? I know there's actually a character of the day named Serena but I have a suspicion this page will be searched for a little bit more. [[User:Ikarishipper900|Ikarishipper900]] ([[User talk:Ikarishipper900|talk]]) 18:36, 19 June 2013 (UTC)

== Serena's hair color ==

Serena's page currently says that her default hair color is brown. However, her picture shows that she's blond. Can someone fix this so it says that her default hair color is blond? --[[User:PKMNAdventurer|PKMNAdventurer]] ([[User talk:PKMNAdventurer|talk]]) 02:52, 22 June 2013 (UTC)
:Also, her eyes are gray, not brown. --[[User:Poliwhirl|Poliwhirl]] ([[User talk:Poliwhirl|talk]]) 03:05, 28 June 2013 (UTC)
::Her NPC appearance shows her with brown hair and eyes. Also, her artwork is with the brown hair, not the blonde. The blonde hair in the game is much paler. [[User:Crystal Talian|Crystal]] [[User talk:Crystal Talian|Talian]] 04:11, 28 June 2013 (UTC)
:::[[File:XY Prerelease character customization XY.png]]
:::Left picture is blonde, middle picture is brown (default), right picture is black. The eye color was probably a mistake since I copied Calem's page. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 04:13, 28 June 2013 (UTC)
::::I think Calem and Serena both have gray eyes.--[[User:Poliwhirl|Poliwhirl]] ([[User talk:Poliwhirl|talk]]) 08:04, 28 June 2013 (UTC)

== Korean name for Serena ==

Her Korean name is 세레나 ''Serena''.
* It's all the same! -- [[User:Nick15|Nick15]] ([[User talk:Nick15|talk]]) 00:52, 12 July 2013 (UTC)

== Name for PC vs. Name for Rival ==

As the new trailer showed, her default player name is Yvonne while her rival one is Serena it would seem. Should this page and that of the male character be changed to reflect this?

Blastoise + Kyurem-EX Combo Deck (TCG)

2013-02-24T04:58:09Z

Clark Griswald:

{{wrongtitle|Blastoise + Kyurem-EX Combo Deck}}
{{DeckInfobox |
title={{tt|最強爆流コンボデッキ60 カメックス＋キュレムEX|Combo Deck Blastoise + Kyurem-EX}} |
image=BlastoiseKyuremEXComboDeck.jpg |
caption=Box art |
release=March 15, 2013 |
types={{e|Water}} |
}}

The '''Blastoise + Kyurem-EX Combo Deck''' (Japanese: '''最強爆流コンボデッキ60 カメックス＋キュレムEX''' ''Combo Deck Blastoise + Kyurem-EX'') is a Japanese-exclusive full deck released for the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

The Blastoise + Kyurem-EX Combo Deck was released the same day as the {{TCG|Megalo Cannon}} expansion. The deck focuses on Water Pokémon and the [[legendary Pokémon]] {{p|Kyurem}}, and features it as a {{TCG|Pokémon-EX}} card. It will also include an {{TCG|Ace Spec card}}. The deck also includes damage counters, status counters, a custom coin, and a play mat.

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{{halfdecklist/entry|003/018|{{TCG ID|Combo Deck|Blastoise|3}}|Water||}}
{{halfdecklist/entry|006/018|{{TCG ID|Combo Deck|Kyurem-EX|6}}|Water||}}
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Blastoise + Kyurem-EX Combo Deck (TCG)

2013-02-24T04:57:54Z

Clark Griswald:

{{wrongtitle|Blastoise + Kyurem-EX Combo Deck}}
{{DeckInfobox |
title={{tt|最強爆流コンボデッキ60 カメックス＋キュレムEX|Combo Deck Blastoise + Kyurem-EX}} |
image=BlastoiseKyuremEXComboDeck.jpg |
caption=Box art |
release=March 15, 2013 |
types={{e|Water}} |
}}

The '''Blastoise + Kyurem-EX Combo Deck''' (Japanese: '''最強爆流コンボデッキ60 カメックス＋キュレムEX''' ''Combo Deck Blastoise + Kyurem-EX'') is a Japanese-exclusive full deck released for the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

The Blastoise + Kyurem-EX Combo Deck was released the same day as the {{TCG|Megalo Cannon}} expansion. The deck focuses on Water Pokémon and the [[legendary Pokémon]] {{p|Kyurem}}, and features it as a {{TCG|Pokémon-EX}} card. It will also include an {{TCG|Ace Spec card}}. The deck also includes damage counters, status counters, a custom coin, and a play mat.

{{halfdecklist/header|title=Card list|type=Water|symbol=no}}
{{halfdecklist/entry|003/018|{{TCG ID|Combo Deck|Blastoise|3}}|Water||}}
{{halfdecklist/entry|006/018|{{TCG ID|Combo Deck|Kyurem-EX|6}}|Water||}}
{{halfdecklist/entry|-|Master Ball|Item|Tool|Rare Holo}}
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Plasma Blast (TCG)

2013-02-24T04:56:30Z

Clark Griswald:

{{ExpansionPrevNext| prev=Plasma Freeze | next=None }}
{{TCGExpansionInfobox
| setname = Megalo Cannon
| jasetname = メガロキャノン
| transsetname = Megalo Cannon
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| jarelease = March 15, 2013
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'''Megalo Cannon''' (Japanese: '''メガロキャノン''' ''Megalo Cannon'') is the ninth Japanese expansion in the BW Era of the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

==Information==
'''Megalo Cannon''' will be centered around {{p|Genesect}} and will contain additional Plasma Pokémon, Trainers, and Energy cards. The set is out of 76 cards, not including Secret Rares. It will be released March 15th, 2013.

Releasing the same day complementing Megalo Cannon is a Water themed {{TCG|Blastoise/Kyurem-EX Combo Deck}}.

==Card lists==
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{{Col-2}}
{{Setlist/header|title=Megalo Cannon|tablecol=dcdaff|bordercol=c2a853|cellcol=c2a853|rarity=yes|symbol=no}}
{{Setlist/entry|010/076|{{TCG ID|Megalo Cannon|Genesect-EX|10}}|Grass||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|-|Remoraid|Water||None}}
{{Setlist/entry|-|Octillery|Water||None}}
{{Setlist/entry|023/076|Tynamo|Lightning||None}}
{{Setlist/entry|024/076|Eelektrik|Lightning||None}}
{{Setlist/entry|025/076|{{TCG ID|Megalo Cannon|Eelektross|25}}|Lightning||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|-|Azelf|Psychic||None}}
{{Setlist/entry|-|Escavalier|Metal||None}}
{{Setlist/entry|-|Druddigon|Dragon||None}}
{{Setlist/entry|059/076|Porygon|Colorless||None}}
{{Setlist/entry|060/076|Porygon2|Colorless||None}}
{{Setlist/entry|061/076|{{TCG ID|Megalo Cannon|Porygon-Z|61}}|Colorless||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|-|G Scope|Item|Tool|Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|-|G Booster|Item|Tool|Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/footer|cellcol=dcdaff}}
{{Col-2}}
|}

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Plasma Blast (TCG)

2013-02-24T04:55:29Z

Clark Griswald:

{{ExpansionPrevNext| prev=Plasma Freeze | next=None }}
{{TCGExpansionInfobox
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| jasetname = メガロキャノン
| transsetname = Megalo Cannon
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|}}
'''Megalo Cannon''' (Japanese: '''メガロキャノン''' ''Megalo Cannon'') is the ninth Japanese expansion in the BW Era of the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

==Information==
'''Megalo Cannon''' will be centered around {{p|Genesect}} and will contain additional Plasma Pokémon, Trainers, and Energy cards. The set is out of 76 cards, not including Secret Rares. It will be released March 15th, 2013.

Releasing the same day complementing Megalo Cannon is a Water themed {{TCG|Blastoise/Kyurem-EX Combo Deck}}.

==Card lists==
{| cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="{{{class|}}} multicol" style="background:{{{bgColor|transparent}}}; width:{{{width|100%}}};"
{{Col-2}}
{{Setlist/header|title=Megalo Cannon|tablecol=dcdaff|bordercol=c2a853|cellcol=c2a853|rarity=yes|symbol=no}}
{{Setlist/entry|010/076|{{TCG ID|Megalo Cannon|Genesect-EX|10}}|Grass||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|-|Remoraid|Water||None}}
{{Setlist/entry|-|Octillery|Water||None}}
{{Setlist/entry|023/076|Tynamo|Lightning||None}}
{{Setlist/entry|024/076|Eelektrik|Lightning||None}}
{{Setlist/entry|025/076|{{TCG ID|Megalo Cannon|Eelektross|25}}|Lightning||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|-|Azelf|Psychic||None}}
{{Setlist/entry|-|Escavalier|Metal||None}}
{{Setlist/entry|-|Druddigon|Dragon||None}}
{{Setlist/entry|059/076|Porygon|Colorless||None}}
{{Setlist/entry|060/076|Porygon2|Colorless||None}}
{{Setlist/entry|061/076|{{TCG ID|Megalo Cannon|Porygon-Z|61}}|Colorless||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|-|G Scope|Item|Tool|Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|-|G Booster|Item|Tool|Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|-|Master Ball|Item|Tool|Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/footer|cellcol=dcdaff}}
{{Col-2}}
|}

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Plasma Blast (TCG)

2013-02-02T23:29:18Z

Clark Griswald:

{{ExpansionPrevNext| prev=Spiral Force/Thunder Knuckle | next=None }}
{{TCGExpansionInfobox
| setname = Megalo Cannon
| jasetname = メガロキャノン
| transsetname = Megalo Cannon
| setsymbol =
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| jarelease = March 15, 2013
| prevset = Spiral Force/Thunder Knuckle
| japrevset = Spiral Force/Thunder Knuckle
| japrevsetname = Spiral Force/Thunder Knuckle
| nextset = TBA
| janextset = TBA
| janextsetname = TBA
|}}
'''Megalo Cannon''' (Japanese: '''メガロキャノン''' ''Megalo Cannon'') is the ninth Japanese expansion in the ''Black and White'' series of the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

==Information==
'''Megalo Cannon''' will be centered around {{p|Genesect}}. The Combo deck called Combo Deck 60 Blastoise + KyuremEX will be released on the same day. Both will be released March 15, 2013.

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Plasma Blast (TCG)

2013-02-02T23:28:55Z

Clark Griswald:

{{ExpansionPrevNext| prev=Spiral Force/Thunder Knuckle | next=None }}
{{TCGExpansionInfobox
| setname = Megalo Cannon
| jasetname = メガロキャノン
| transsetname = Megalo Cannon
| setsymbol =
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| jacards =
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| jarelease = March 15, 2013
| prevset = Spiral Force/Thunder Knuckle
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| japrevsetname = Spiral Force/Thunder Knuckle
| nextset = TBA
| janextset =
| janextsetname =
|}}
'''Megalo Cannon''' (Japanese: '''メガロキャノン''' ''Megalo Cannon'') is the ninth Japanese expansion in the ''Black and White'' series of the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

==Information==
'''Megalo Cannon''' will be centered around {{p|Genesect}}. The Combo deck called Combo Deck 60 Blastoise + KyuremEX will be released on the same day. Both will be released March 15, 2013.

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{{Project TCG notice}}
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{{TCG Releases|BW}}

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Plasma Storm (TCG)

2012-09-21T14:17:55Z

Clark Griswald:

{{ExpansionPrevNext | prev=Boundaries Crossed | next=Spiral Force/Thunder Knuckle}}
{{TCGExpansionInfobox
| setname = Plasma Gale
| jasetname = プラズマゲイル
| transsetname = Plasma Gale
| setsymbol = no
| setlogo = BW7 Logo.png
| encards =
| ensetnum =
| enrelease =
| jacards = 79
| jasetnum = 52
| alt =
| deck1 =
| deck1type =
| deck2 =
| deck2type =
| jarelease = September 14, 2012
| prevset = Freeze Bolt/Cold Flare
| japrevset = Freeze Bolt/Cold Flare
| japrevsetname = Freeze Bolt/Cold Flare
| nextset = Spiral Force/Thunder Knuckle (TCG)
| janextset = Spiral Force/Thunder Knuckle
| janextsetname = Spiral Force/Thunder Knuckle
|}}
'''Plasma Gale''' (Japanese: '''プラズマゲイル''' ''Plasma Gale'') is the seventh Japanese expansion of cards from the ''Black & White'' Series of the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

==Information==
Plasma Gale is centered around [[Team Plasma]] and features {{p|Lugia}}. Little is known about the expansion, except that it will be released September 14th, 2012 in Japan, and will have over 70 cards.

In a promotion for the expansion, those who go to several stores in Japan will receive one of four {{TCG|BW-P Promotional cards}}: Skarmory, Bouffalant, Team Plasma's Poké Ball, and N. Crobat is given to those who buy a booster box of the expansion.

Accompanying the set is the {{TCG|Team Plasma's Powered Half Deck}}.

==Card lists==
{{Setlist/header|title=Plasma Gale|tablecol=086dbd|bordercol=c7c22a|cellcol=c7c22a|rarity=yes|symbol=yes|image=SetSymbol PlasmaGale.png}}
{{Setlist/entry|001/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Turtwig|1}}|Grass||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|002/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Grotle|2}}|Grass||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|003/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Torterra|3}}|Grass||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|004/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Cherubi|4}}|Grass||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|005/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Cherrim|5}}|Grass||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|006/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Maractus|6}}|Grass||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|007/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Foongus|7}}|Grass||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|008/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Amoonguss|8}}|Grass||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|009/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Chimchar|9}}|Fire||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|010/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Monferno|10}}|Fire||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|011/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Infernape|11}}|Fire||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|012/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Victini-EX|12}}|Fire||Rare Holo ex}}
{{Setlist/entry|013/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Pansear|13}}|Fire||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|014/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Simisear|14}}|Fire||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|015/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Heatmor|15}}|Fire||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|016/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Articuno-EX|16}}|Water||Rare Holo ex}}
{{Setlist/entry|017/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Lotad|17}}|Water||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|018/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Lombre|18}}|Water||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|019/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Ludicolo|19}}|Water||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|020/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Manaphy|20}}|Water||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|021/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Cubchoo|21}}|Water||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|022/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Beartic|22}}|Water||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|023/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Magnemite|23}}|Lightning||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|024/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Magneton|24}}|Lightning||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|025/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Magnezone|25}}|Lightning||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|026/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Rotom|26}}|Lightning||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|027/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Zubat|27}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|028/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Golbat|28}}|Psychic||Uncommon|}}
{{Setlist/entry|029/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Crobat|29}}|Psychic||Rare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|030/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Koffing|30}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|031/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Weezing|31}}|Psychic||Rare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|032/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Ralts|32}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|033/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Kirlia|33}}|Psychic||Uncommon|}}
{{Setlist/entry|034/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Gallade|34}}|Psychic||Rare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|035/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Giratina|35}}|Psychic||Rare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|036/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Trubbish|36}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|037/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Garbodor|37}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|038/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Elgyem|38}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|039/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Beheeyem|39}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|040/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Phanpy|40}}|Fighting||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|041/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Donphan|41}}|Fighting||Uncommon|}}
{{Setlist/entry|042/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Riolu|42}}|Fighting||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|043/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Lucario|43}}|Fighting||Uncommon|}}
{{Setlist/entry|044/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Purrloin|44}}|Darkness||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|045/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Liepard|45}}|Darkness||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|046/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Scraggy|46}}|Darkness||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|047/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Scrafty|47}}|Darkness||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|048/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Durant|48}}|Metal||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|049/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Cobalion-EX|49}}|Metal||Rare Holo ex|}}
{{Setlist/entry|050/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Druddigon|50}}|Dragon||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|051/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Clefairy|51}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|052/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Clefable|52}}|Colorless||Uncommon|}}
{{Setlist/entry|053/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Doduo|53}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|054/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Dodrio|54}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|055/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Snorlax|55}}|Colorless||Uncommon|}}
{{Setlist/entry|056/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Togepi|56}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|057/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Togetic|57}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|058/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Togekiss|58}}|Colorless||Rare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|059/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Lugia-EX|59}}|Colorless||Rare Holo ex|}}
{{Setlist/entry|060/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Patrat|60}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|061/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Watchog|61}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|062/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Colress Machine|62}}|Item||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|063/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Poison Hypnotic Beam|63}}|Item||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|064/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Colress|64}}|Supporter||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|065/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Team Plasma Grunt|65}}|Supporter||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|066/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Plasma Frigate|66}}|Stadium||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|067/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Plasma Energy|67}}|Energy|Colorless|Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|068/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Scramble Switch|68}}|Item||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|069/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Dowsing MCHN|69}}|Item||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|070/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Victory Piece|70}}|Item||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|071/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Victini-EX|71}}|Fire||SuperRare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|072/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Articuno-EX|72}}|Water||SuperRare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|073/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Cobalion-EX|73}}|Metal||SuperRare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|074/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Lugia-EX|74}}|Colorless||SuperRare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|075/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Colress|75}}|Supporter||SuperRare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|076/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Skyla|76}}|Supporter||SuperRare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|077/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Charizard|77}}|Fire||Ultra-Rare Rare}}
{{Setlist/entry|078/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Blastoise|78}}|Water||Ultra-Rare Rare}}
{{Setlist/entry|079/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Random Receiver|79}}|Item||Ultra-Rare Rare}}
{{Setlist/footer|cellcol=086dbd}}
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[[ja:ポケモンカードゲームBW 拡張パックプラズマゲイル]]

Cobalion-EX (Plasma Storm 93)

2012-09-15T16:04:55Z

Clark Griswald:

{{TCG Unreleased}}
{{PokémoncardInfobox |
cardname=Cobalion |
jname=コバルオン EX |
jtrans=Cobalion EX |
image=Cob73.jpg |
caption=Regular print |
reprints=2 |
reprint1=Cob73.jpg |
recaption1={{TCG|Full Art card|Full Art}} print Illus. [[Toyste Beach]]
species=Cobalion |
evostage=Basic |
type=Metal |
hp=180 |
weakness=Fire |
resistance=Psychic|
rmultiplier=-20 |
retreatcost=2 |
class=EX |
}}
{{PokémoncardInfobox/Expansion|type=Metal|jpexpansion={{TCG|Plasma Gale}}|jprarity={{rar|Rare Holo}}|jpcardno=049/070}}
{{PokémoncardInfobox/Expansion|type=Metal|jpexpansion={{TCG|Plasma Gale}}|jprarity={{rar|SuperRare Holo}}|jpcardno=073/070}}
{{PokémoncardInfobox/Footer|type=Steel|species=Cobalion}}

'''Cobalion{{EX}}''' (Japanese: '''コバルオン EX''' ''Cobalion EX'') is a {{ct|Metal}} Basic {{TCG|Pokémon-EX}} card. It is part of the {{TCG|Plasma Gale}} expansion.

==Card text==
{{TCGAttack |
type=Metal |
class=EX |
position=Top |
cost={{e|Metal}} |
name=Holy Edge |
jname= ホーリーエッジ |
jtrans=Holy Edge |
damage=30 |
effect= Discard a Special Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon. |
}}
{{TCGAttack |
type=Metal |
class=EX |
position=Middle |
cost={{e|Metal}}{{e|Metal}}{{e|Colorless}} |
name=Steel Bullet |
jname=はがねのだんがん |
jtrans=Steel Bullet |
damage=100 |
effect=This attack is not affected by weakness, resistance or any other effects of the Defending Pokémon. |
}}
{{TCGNote |
note=EX |
type=Metal |
position=Bottom |
ndex=638 |
}}

==Release Information==
This card was released as both a Regular card and a {{TCG|Full Art card|Full Art}} card in the {{TCG|Plasma Gale}} expansion.

===Gallery===
{{TCGGallery |
type=Metal |
class=EX |
image1=Cob49.jpg |
caption1=Regular print|
image2=Cob73.jpg |
caption2={{TCG|Full Art card|Full Art}} print |
}}

==Trivia==
===Origin===

{{Project TCG notice}}

[[Category:Plasma Gale cards]]
[[Category:Holographic cards]]
[[Category:Secret cards]]

Cobalion-EX (Plasma Storm 93)

2012-09-15T16:00:41Z

Clark Griswald: Created page with "{{TCG Unreleased}} {{PokémoncardInfobox | cardname=Cobalion | jname=コバルオン EX | jtrans=Cobalion EX | image=Cob73.jpg | caption=Regular print | reprints=2 | reprint1=..."

{{TCG Unreleased}}
{{PokémoncardInfobox |
cardname=Cobalion |
jname=コバルオン EX |
jtrans=Cobalion EX |
image=Cob73.jpg |
caption=Regular print |
reprints=2 |
reprint1=Cob73.jpg |
recaption1={{TCG|Full Art card|Full Art}} print Illus. [[Toyste Beach]]
species=Cobalion |
evostage=Basic |
type=Metal |
hp=180 |
weakness=Fire |
resistance=Psychic|
rmultiplier=-20 |
retreatcost=2 |
class=EX |
}}
{{PokémoncardInfobox/Expansion|type=Metal|jpexpansion={{TCG|Plasma Gale}}|jprarity={{rar|Rare Holo}}|jpcardno=049/070}}
{{PokémoncardInfobox/Expansion|type=Metal|jpexpansion={{TCG|Plasma Gale}}|jprarity={{rar|SuperRare Holo}}|jpcardno=073/070}}
{{PokémoncardInfobox/Footer|type=Steel|species=Cobalion}}

'''Cobalion{{EX}}''' (Japanese: '''コバルオン EX''' ''Cobalion EX'') is a {{ct|Metal}} Basic {{TCG|Pokémon-EX}} card. It is part of the {{TCG|Plasma Gale}} expansion.

==Card text==
{{TCGAttack |
type=Metal |
class=EX |
position=Top |
cost={{e|Metal}} |
name=Holy Edge |
jtrans=Holy Edge |
damage=30 |
effect= Discard a Special Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon. |
}}
{{TCGAttack |
type=Metal |
class=EX |
position=Middle |
cost={{e|Metal}}{{e|Metal}}{{e|Colorless}} |
name=Steel Bullet |
jtrans=Steel Bullet |
damage=100 |
effect=This attack is not affected by weakness, resistance or any other effects of the Defending Pokémon. |
}}
{{TCGNote |
note=EX |
type=Metal |
position=Bottom |
ndex=638 |
}}

==Release Information==
This card was released as both a Regular card and a {{TCG|Full Art card|Full Art}} card in the {{TCG|Plasma Gale}} expansion.

===Gallery===
{{TCGGallery |
type=Metal |
class=EX |
image1=Cob49.jpg |
caption1=Regular print|
image2=Cob73.jpg |
caption2={{TCG|Full Art card|Full Art}} print |
}}

==Trivia==
===Origin===

{{Project TCG notice}}

[[Category:Plasma Gale cards]]
[[Category:Holographic cards]]
[[Category:Secret cards]]

Plasma Storm (TCG)

2012-09-14T16:11:24Z

Clark Griswald:

{{ExpansionPrevNext | prev=Boundaries Crossed | next=None }}
{{TCGExpansionInfobox
| setname = Plasma Gale
| jasetname = プラズマゲイル
| transsetname = Plasma Gale
| setsymbol = no
| setlogo = BW7 Logo.png
| encards =
| ensetnum =
| enrelease =
| jacards = 79
| jasetnum = 52
| alt =
| deck1 =
| deck1type =
| deck2 =
| deck2type =
| jarelease = September 14, 2012
| prevset = Freeze Bolt/Cold Flare
| japrevset = Freeze Bolt/Cold Flare
| japrevsetname = Freeze Bolt/Cold Flare
| nextset = TBA
| janextset = TBA
| janextsetname = TBA
|}}
'''Plasma Gale''' (Japanese: '''プラズマゲイル''' ''Plasma Gale'') is the seventh Japanese expansion of cards from the ''Black & White'' Series of the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

==Information==
Plasma Gale is centered around [[Team Plasma]] and features {{p|Lugia}}. Little is known about the expansion, except that it will be released September 14th, 2012 in Japan, and will have over 70 cards.

In a promotion for the expansion, those who go to several stores in Japan will receive one of four {{TCG|BW-P Promotional cards}}: Skarmory, Bouffalant, Team Plasma's Poké Ball, and N. Crobat is given to those who buy a booster box of the expansion.

Accompanying the set is the {{TCG|Team Plasma's Powered Half Deck}}.

==Card lists==
{{Setlist/header|title=Plasma Gale|tablecol=086dbd|bordercol=c7c22a|cellcol=c7c22a|rarity=none|symbol=none}}
{{Setlist/entry|001/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Turtwig|1}}|Grass||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|002/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Grotle|2}}|Grass||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|003/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Torterra|3}}|Grass||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|004/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Cherubi|4}}|Grass||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|005/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Cherrim|5}}|Grass||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|006/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Maractus|6}}|Grass||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|007/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Foongus|7}}|Grass||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|008/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Amoonguss|8}}|Grass||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|009/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Chimchar|9}}|Fire||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|010/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Monferno|10}}|Fire||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|011/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Infernape|11}}|Fire||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|012/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Victini-EX|12}}|Fire||Rare Holo ex}}
{{Setlist/entry|013/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Pansear|13}}|Fire||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|014/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Simisear|14}}|Fire||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|015/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Heatmor|15}}|Fire||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|016/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Articuno-EX|16}}|Water||Rare Holo ex}}
{{Setlist/entry|017/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Lotad|17}}|Water||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|018/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Lombre|18}}|Water||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|019/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Ludicolo|19}}|Water||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|020/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Manaphy|20}}|Water||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|021/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Cubchoo|21}}|Water||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|022/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Beartic|22}}|Water||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|023/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Magnemite|23}}|Lightning||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|024/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Magneton|24}}|Lightning||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|025/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Magnezone|25}}|Lightning||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|026/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Rotom|26}}|Lightning||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|027/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Zubat|27}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|028/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Golbat|28}}|Psychic||Uncommon|}}
{{Setlist/entry|029/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Crobat|29}}|Psychic||Rare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|030/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Koffing|30}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|031/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Weezing|31}}|Psychic||Rare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|032/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Ralts|32}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|033/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Kirlia|33}}|Psychic||Uncommon|}}
{{Setlist/entry|034/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Gallade|34}}|Psychic||Rare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|035/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Giratina|35}}|Psychic||Rare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|036/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Trubbish|36}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|037/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Garbodor|37}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|038/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Elgyem|38}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|039/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Beheeyem|39}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|040/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Phanpy|40}}|Fighting||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|041/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Donphan|41}}|Fighting||Uncommon|}}
{{Setlist/entry|042/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Riolu|42}}|Fighting||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|043/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Lucario|43}}|Fighting||Uncommon|}}
{{Setlist/entry|044/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Purrloin|44}}|Darkness||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|045/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Liepard|45}}|Darkness||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|046/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Scraggy|46}}|Darkness||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|047/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Scrafty|47}}|Darkness||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|048/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Durant|48}}|Metal||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|049/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Cobalion-EX|49}}|Metal||Rare Holo ex|}}
{{Setlist/entry|050/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Druddigon|50}}|Dragon||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|051/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Clefairy|51}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|052/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Clefable|52}}|Colorless||Uncommon|}}
{{Setlist/entry|053/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Doduo|53}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|054/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Dodrio|54}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|055/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Snorlax|55}}|Colorless||Uncommon|}}
{{Setlist/entry|056/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Togepi|56}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|057/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Togetic|57}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|058/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Togekiss|58}}|Colorless||Rare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|059/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Lugia-EX|59}}|Colorless||Rare Holo ex|}}
{{Setlist/entry|060/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Patrat|60}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|061/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Watchog|61}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|062/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Colress Machine|62}}|Item||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|063/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Poison Hypnotic Beam|63}}|Item||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|064/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Colress|64}}|Supporter||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|065/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Team Plasma Grunt|65}}|Supporter||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|066/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Plasma Frigate|66}}|Stadium||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|067/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Plasma Energy|67}}|Energy|Colorless|Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|068/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Scramble Switch|68}}|Item||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|069/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Dowsing MCHN|69}}|Item||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|070/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Victory Piece|70}}|Item||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|071/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Victini-EX|71}}|Fire||SuperRare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|072/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Articuno-EX|72}}|Water||SuperRare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|073/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Cobalion-EX|73}}|Metal||SuperRare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|074/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Lugia-EX|74}}|Colorless||SuperRare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|075/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Colress|75}}|Supporter||SuperRare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|076/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Skyla|76}}|Supporter||SuperRare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|077/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Charizard|77}}|Fire||Ultra-Rare Rare}}
{{Setlist/entry|078/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Blastoise|78}}|Water||Ultra-Rare Rare}}
{{Setlist/entry|079/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Random Receiver|79}}|Item||Ultra-Rare Rare}}
{{Setlist/footer|cellcol=086dbd}}
{{Project TCG notice}}
{{-}}
{{TCG Releases|BW}}

[[Category:TCG expansion sets]]

[[de:Plasma Gale (TCG)]]
[[ja:ポケモンカードゲームBW 拡張パックプラズマゲイル]]

Plasma Storm (TCG)

2012-09-14T16:10:56Z

Clark Griswald:

{{ExpansionPrevNext | prev=Boundaries Crossed | next=None }}
{{TCGExpansionInfobox
| setname = Plasma Gale
| jasetname = プラズマゲイル
| transsetname = Plasma Gale
| setsymbol = no
| setlogo = BW7 Logo.png
| encards =
| ensetnum =
| enrelease =
| jacards = 79
| jasetnum = 52
| alt =
| deck1 =
| deck1type =
| deck2 =
| deck2type =
| jarelease = September 14, 2012
| prevset = Freeze Bolt/Cold Flare
| japrevset = Freeze Bolt/Cold Flare
| japrevsetname = Freeze Bolt/Cold Flare
| nextset = TBA
| janextset =
| janextsetname =
|}}
'''Plasma Gale''' (Japanese: '''プラズマゲイル''' ''Plasma Gale'') is the seventh Japanese expansion of cards from the ''Black & White'' Series of the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

==Information==
Plasma Gale is centered around [[Team Plasma]] and features {{p|Lugia}}. Little is known about the expansion, except that it will be released September 14th, 2012 in Japan, and will have over 70 cards.

In a promotion for the expansion, those who go to several stores in Japan will receive one of four {{TCG|BW-P Promotional cards}}: Skarmory, Bouffalant, Team Plasma's Poké Ball, and N. Crobat is given to those who buy a booster box of the expansion.

Accompanying the set is the {{TCG|Team Plasma's Powered Half Deck}}.

==Card lists==
{{Setlist/header|title=Plasma Gale|tablecol=086dbd|bordercol=c7c22a|cellcol=c7c22a|rarity=none|symbol=none}}
{{Setlist/entry|001/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Turtwig|1}}|Grass||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|002/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Grotle|2}}|Grass||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|003/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Torterra|3}}|Grass||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|004/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Cherubi|4}}|Grass||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|005/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Cherrim|5}}|Grass||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|006/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Maractus|6}}|Grass||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|007/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Foongus|7}}|Grass||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|008/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Amoonguss|8}}|Grass||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|009/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Chimchar|9}}|Fire||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|010/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Monferno|10}}|Fire||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|011/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Infernape|11}}|Fire||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|012/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Victini-EX|12}}|Fire||Rare Holo ex}}
{{Setlist/entry|013/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Pansear|13}}|Fire||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|014/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Simisear|14}}|Fire||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|015/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Heatmor|15}}|Fire||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|016/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Articuno-EX|16}}|Water||Rare Holo ex}}
{{Setlist/entry|017/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Lotad|17}}|Water||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|018/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Lombre|18}}|Water||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|019/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Ludicolo|19}}|Water||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|020/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Manaphy|20}}|Water||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|021/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Cubchoo|21}}|Water||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|022/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Beartic|22}}|Water||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|023/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Magnemite|23}}|Lightning||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|024/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Magneton|24}}|Lightning||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|025/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Magnezone|25}}|Lightning||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|026/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Rotom|26}}|Lightning||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|027/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Zubat|27}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|028/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Golbat|28}}|Psychic||Uncommon|}}
{{Setlist/entry|029/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Crobat|29}}|Psychic||Rare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|030/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Koffing|30}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|031/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Weezing|31}}|Psychic||Rare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|032/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Ralts|32}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|033/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Kirlia|33}}|Psychic||Uncommon|}}
{{Setlist/entry|034/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Gallade|34}}|Psychic||Rare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|035/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Giratina|35}}|Psychic||Rare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|036/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Trubbish|36}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|037/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Garbodor|37}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|038/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Elgyem|38}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|039/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Beheeyem|39}}|Psychic||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|040/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Phanpy|40}}|Fighting||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|041/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Donphan|41}}|Fighting||Uncommon|}}
{{Setlist/entry|042/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Riolu|42}}|Fighting||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|043/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Lucario|43}}|Fighting||Uncommon|}}
{{Setlist/entry|044/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Purrloin|44}}|Darkness||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|045/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Liepard|45}}|Darkness||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|046/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Scraggy|46}}|Darkness||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|047/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Scrafty|47}}|Darkness||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|048/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Durant|48}}|Metal||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|049/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Cobalion-EX|49}}|Metal||Rare Holo ex|}}
{{Setlist/entry|050/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Druddigon|50}}|Dragon||Common}}
{{Setlist/entry|051/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Clefairy|51}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|052/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Clefable|52}}|Colorless||Uncommon|}}
{{Setlist/entry|053/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Doduo|53}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|054/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Dodrio|54}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|055/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Snorlax|55}}|Colorless||Uncommon|}}
{{Setlist/entry|056/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Togepi|56}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|057/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Togetic|57}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|058/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Togekiss|58}}|Colorless||Rare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|059/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Lugia-EX|59}}|Colorless||Rare Holo ex|}}
{{Setlist/entry|060/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Patrat|60}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|061/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Watchog|61}}|Colorless||Common|}}
{{Setlist/entry|062/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Colress Machine|62}}|Item||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|063/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Poison Hypnotic Beam|63}}|Item||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|064/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Colress|64}}|Supporter||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|065/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Team Plasma Grunt|65}}|Supporter||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|066/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Plasma Frigate|66}}|Stadium||Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|067/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Plasma Energy|67}}|Energy|Colorless|Uncommon}}
{{Setlist/entry|068/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Scramble Switch|68}}|Item||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|069/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Dowsing MCHN|69}}|Item||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|070/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Victory Piece|70}}|Item||Rare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|071/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Victini-EX|71}}|Fire||SuperRare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|072/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Articuno-EX|72}}|Water||SuperRare Holo}}
{{Setlist/entry|073/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Cobalion-EX|73}}|Metal||SuperRare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|074/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Lugia-EX|74}}|Colorless||SuperRare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|075/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Colress|75}}|Supporter||SuperRare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|076/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Skyla|76}}|Supporter||SuperRare Holo|}}
{{Setlist/entry|077/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Charizard|77}}|Fire||Ultra-Rare Rare}}
{{Setlist/entry|078/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Blastoise|78}}|Water||Ultra-Rare Rare}}
{{Setlist/entry|079/070|{{TCG ID|Plasma Gale|Random Receiver|79}}|Item||Ultra-Rare Rare}}
{{Setlist/footer|cellcol=086dbd}}
{{Project TCG notice}}
{{-}}
{{TCG Releases|BW}}

[[Category:TCG expansion sets]]

[[de:Plasma Gale (TCG)]]
[[ja:ポケモンカードゲームBW 拡張パックプラズマゲイル]]

Pokémon-EX (TCG)

2012-08-13T15:25:54Z

Clark Griswald:

{{search|variant of Pokémon introduced in the Black & White Series|the Pokémon introduced during the EX Series|Pokémon-ex (TCG)}}
[[File:Pokémon-EX TCG.png|thumb|right|The promotional artwork]]
'''Pokémon-EX''' (Japanese: '''ポケモンEX''' ''Pokémon EX'') is a variant of Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]]. They were first introduced in the {{TCG|Next Destinies}} expansion (the {{TCG|Psycho Drive}} and {{TCG|Hail Blizzard}} expansions in Japan).

All Pokémon-EX are {{TCG|Basic Pokémon|Basic}} [[legendary Pokémon]], and currently, all Pokémon-EX cards have a {{TCG|Full Art card|Full Art}} print. Similar to the {{TCG|Pokémon-ex}} released during the EX Series, this variant of Pokémon has significantly higher HP compared to the majority of regular Pokémon in the Black & White Series. When a Pokémon-EX is defeated, the opponent takes two {{DL|Glossary (TCG)|Prize card}}s instead of one.

The artwork on the Pokémon-EX cards mirrors the style introduced on {{TCG|Pokémon LV.X}}: having the Pokémon break the borders of the illustration. They also include special characteristics influenced by the card type and the Pokémon depicted. For example, Groudon-EX features crumbling rock and Kyurem-EX freezing the card border.

==Pokémon that have appeared as Pokémon-EX==
===Pokémon-EX===
{| {{bluetable2|r sortable}}
|- class="l" style="background: #DDDDFF;"
! class="l" | Pokémon
! class="l" class="unsortable" | Type
! class="l" | Card
! class="l" | English Expansion
! class="l" | Japanese Expansion
|-
| class="l" | {{TCG|Shaymin}}
| class="c" | {{e|Grass}}
| class="l" | {{TCG ID|Psycho Drive|Shaymin-EX|5}}
| class="l" | {{TCG|Next Destinies}}
| class="l" | {{TCG|Psycho Drive}}
|-
| class="l" | {{TCG|Reshiram}}
| class="c" | {{e|Fire}}
| class="l" | {{TCG ID|Reshiram EX Strength Deck|Reshiram-EX|4}}
| class="l" | {{TCG|Next Destinies}}
| class="l" | {{TCG|Reshiram EX Battle Strength Deck}}
|-
| class="l" | {{TCG|Kyurem}}
| class="c" | {{e|Water}}
| class="l" | {{TCG ID|Hail Blizzard|Kyurem-EX|22}}
| class="l" | {{TCG|Next Destinies}}
| class="l" | {{TCG|Hail Blizzard}}
|-
| class="l" | {{TCG|Zekrom}}
| class="c" | {{e|Lightning}}
| class="l" | {{TCG ID|Zekrom EX Strength Deck|Zekrom-EX|9}}
| class="l" | {{TCG|Next Destinies}}
| class="l" | {{TCG|Zekrom EX Battle Strength Deck}}
|-
| class="l" | {{TCG|Mewtwo}}
| class="c" | {{e|Psychic}}
| class="l" | {{TCG ID|Psycho Drive|Mewtwo-EX|28}}
| class="l" | {{TCG|Next Destinies}}
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Talk:Pokémon Black and White Versions 2

2012-05-17T14:06:44Z

Clark Griswald:

{{forums notice|June 23, 2012}}

==Formes==
It says "Two new formes" but it does not say "of Kyurem." [[User:TorchicBlaziken|TorchicBlaziken]] ([[User_talk:TorchicBlaziken|talk]]•[[Special:Contributions/TorchicBlaziken|edits]]) 02:22, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:We won't know if they are formes of Kyurem until a source confirms it. Right now, it's all speculation.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:26, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
::While it is all speculation they look more like alternate forms of Reshiram and Zekrom instead. [[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen Fennec]] 02:34, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:::[https://twitter.com/#!/Junichi_Masuda/status/173576515219505153 Stated Kyurem here.] But there's debate on whether they're forms or separate Pokémon. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 02:36, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
::::Ah, nice to know then. Wonder if they'll have something to do with Reshiram and Zekrom at all, also looking forward to a bit of change in the overall story plot. [[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen Fennec]] 02:39, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:::::Well, from what it looks like, it seems that it is combining Zekrom/Reshiram with Kyurem. I wonder how they will do that? Item? Special shrine? But about what Jo said above, they will be forms, as it says in [[Kyurem]]s trivia ''"There is placeholder data for an alternate form of Kyurem in Pokémon Black and White".'' --[[User:Rsrdaman|'''×Rsr''']][[User_Talk:Rsrdaman|'''daman×''']] 02:59, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
::::::Actually, if you watch the trailer for the new movie coming out on the Japanese website, it shows Zekrom and Reshiram's powers going into Kyurem. This further confirms that these are Kyurem's alternate formes, and not Zekrom's our Reshiram's. [[User:Mikk317|Mikk317]] 05:10, 6 March 2012 (UTC)
I saw the covers of the games,and the white and black kyurem's on the covers look completely different then normal white kyurem and black kyurem.What gives?--[[User:Supermon|Supermon]] 12:38, 21 March 2012 (UTC)
:There's also two "formes" for Reshiram and Zekrom (lit up and not lit up). They are apparently some "mode" (Formes with forms?). We don't really know much about them yet. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 12:44, 21 March 2012 (UTC)

thanks. i thought that Kyurem had 5 formes or something!--[[User:Supermon|Supermon]] 11:30, 2 April 2012 (UTC)

reshiram and zekrom don't have two forms that is their animation.--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 22:48, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

And in the commercial it shows how kyurem changes from white kyurem without the tubes on the back to the white kyurem on the boxart.--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 23:58, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

== Names of mascots ==

Junichi Masuda has stated on Twitter that the names of the new forms are '''White Kyurem''' and '''Black Kyurem'''. [[User:ZMT123|ZMT123]] 03:32, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

==Interwiki==
Page is blocked, could you add an interwiki link to [[:it:Pokémon Nero e Bianco 2]]?--[[User:Qwilava|Qwilava]] 08:37, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:Added. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 08:38, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

==US website==
Doesn't appear to have been added. [http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-black-version-2-and-pokemon-white-version-2/ It's not much, but it's official.] [[User:GoldenCelebi|GoldenCelebi]] 10:57, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:I am reluctant to add it. It is just a sub-section, unlike [http://www.pokemonblackwhite.com/ this one]. ♫♪ [[User:Adyniz|'''エイデ''']][[User talk:Adyniz|'''ィニズ''']] ♪♫ 11:21, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

== Color's for representation. ==

To avoid confusion with Black and White I think the 2 colors that represent this game on Wiki pages should be a blue and red to match the color on each logo and background for the official site. What do you guys think? [[User:ArchedThunder|ArchedThunder]] 12:41, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:What about if it gets confused instead with the Generation I games Red and Blue? Just pointing out... [[User:Haxorus|'''Hax''']][[User talk:Haxorus|'''or''']][[Special:MyContributions|'''us''']] 12:45, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
::All I have to say is Ruby and Sapphire. Besides they will be a different shade just like Ruby and Sapphire where and they will also be reversed, being Blue and Red instead of Red and Blue.[[User:ArchedThunder|ArchedThunder]] 12:55, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:::Thank you to the person who changed the color.[[User:ArchedThunder|ArchedThunder]] 13:14, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
::::Wait, who changed it back and why?[[User:ArchedThunder|ArchedThunder]] 13:53, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

== Mascots reversed? ==

I just noticed something on [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/4/46/Kyurem_forms.png the new release]. The Kyurem/Zekrom and Kyurem/Reshiram are reversed. On the original B/W, Zekrom was on the white side, and Reshiram on the black side. Its seems its reversed now.--[[User:Rsrdaman|'''×Rsr''']][[User_Talk:Rsrdaman|'''daman×''']] 15:28, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:Yes they are, but this isn't the right place for that discussion. Please go to the forums with comments/questions of this nature. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 15:44, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

== generation ==

why is it under generation v? is there any offical source to this (even though we know it might be true) -[[User:Pokeant|Pokeant]] 16:37, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

We don't really know if it is Gen V, but the fact that it uses forms of a Gen V Pokemon as its mascot make if all but confirmed. The way it looks, at least for now, is that they decided to ditch the 3rd game idea for this Gen and instead do two full sequels to BW. If they say these are a new gen or we see completely new Pokemon then we can start talking about this being Gen VI, but as it stands I think we should just leave it be.[[User:ArchedThunder|ArchedThunder]] 16:41, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

== Trying to clear up some unconfirmed rumors ==

I suggest a paragraph be added to the article stating something like "There is no confirmation on whether these games are a [[third version]] or not." [[User:Bwburke94|Bwburke94]] 20:26, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

The article doesn't even insinuate that, it says out right that they are second paired versions. 2 games can't be a 3rd version.[[User:ArchedThunder|ArchedThunder]] 22:43, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

:What he trying to mean is, most people think that these games are the '"double" 3rd versions, like Platinum, Emerald and Crystal. But if that's so, you mean these are just the continued part of original B&W? There will be a real "third" version? That's almost impossible. {{unsigned|Acellutor}}

== Classification ==

Well,looks like it can have'''3''' types-Dragon+ice+fire\electric.And can it be a new duo or trio with Kyurem or Part of the tao trio?--Shravs [[User talk:Littleroot leader shravan(ability leader)|(New Bark Gym)]] 05:09, 27 February 2012 (UTC)
:From sources, Kyurem has two new forms, each resemblin to Zekrom and/or Reshiram. So it would still be within the Tao trio. But 3 types is OP, and awkward considering the type advantages/disadvantages. I would say Kyurem would be Ice/Dragon but retaining the power of it's other form. My speculation point, but I would doubt 3 types. [[User:Chocos0|Chocos0]] 06:06, 27 February 2012 (UTC)

==European Autumn 2012 Release Confirmed==
Could someone with the powers to edit this page please add that Nintendo UK have confirmed an Autumn 2012 release for this pair? Source: http://www.officialnintendomagazine.co.uk/35866/pokemon-black-and-white-2-uk-release-date-is-autumn-2012/ [[User:Ryu Shoji|Ryu Shoji]], 10:56, 27 February, 2012 (BST)
:Done. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 11:14, 27 February 2012 (UTC)

== North America release confirmed: Fall 2012 ==

The American release window has been confirmed - see this article: http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2012/02/north_america_gets_pokemon_black_and_white_2_this_fall

I'm unable to add it to the article myself, so can someone who is able to edit it add the date?
[[User:NFreak007|NFreak007]] 14:55, 27 February 2012 (UTC)
:I just found out about this myself and updated [[n:Pokémon Black and White 2 coming to North America and Europe this autumn|the Bulbanews article]]. This page is now fixed too. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 15:01, 27 February 2012 (UTC)

== Redirect sentence regarding the BW002 episode ==

Greetings, I respectfully disagree with the unitalicising of the English title portion, "Enter Iris and Axew". On this site, all episode titles are italicised when put against regular unitalicised text, and the opposite should be done in this case as in other examples elsewhere in life. [[User:Haxorus|'''Hax''']][[User talk:Haxorus|'''or''']][[Special:MyContributions|'''us''']] 15:51, 1 March 2012 (UTC)
:It is already italicized, which is what is used for titles. When it is surrounded by italicized text, it doesn't need to become un-italicized. This is how everything else does it anyway. It is more important to have the title in italics rather than in contrast to regular text. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 03:23, 3 March 2012 (UTC)

== 3ds or ds ==

will this be on 3ds or ds i need to know {{unsigned|Pokefanboy}}

:It'll be on the [[Nintendo DS]], but will be compatible with the [[Nintendo 3DS]]. Yes, the press release was confusing. By the way, it's a good idea to sign your posts with <nowiki>~~~~</nowiki>, which is converted into an automatic link to your userpage. {{unsigned|GoldenCelebi}}
:That article mentions this. Don't mean to sound rude, but this is exactly what this site is for. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 18:05, 1 March 2012 (UTC)

== English artwork ==
Possible to use these artworks? [http://fronttowardsgamer.com/2012/02/27/pokemon-black-and-white-2-announced/ Black & White 2] -- [[User:Chickensdoorknob|ℂℏɨ₡ƙ℮ᵰᵴ∂ⱺ☮яϰŊøɓ]] 23:53, 13 March 2012 (UTC)
:Those look fanmade. They look nothing like the leaked Japanese boxes and they always use the same. --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 00:02, 14 March 2012 (UTC)
::Those aren't fanmade, actually- they're on [http://www.play-asia.com/Pokemon_White_Version_2/paOS-13-71-ba-49-en-70-4lbh.html Playasia] and other pre-order sites. They're only placeholders, though. Official placeholders, but placeholders nonetheless. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] 15:04, 14 March 2012 (UTC)
:::Look at them, they were made in MSPaint. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 15:08, 14 March 2012 (UTC)

== Two official artworks? ==

How come Black Kyurem and White Kyurem have two official artworks? I'm not saying it's a mistake or even a lie, you can easily check that it's true by watching the Flash intro animation of the Japanese website. But that's the issue here: why are there two different yet official artworks for both of Kyurem's new Formes? [[User:Pokemon lover|Sato]][[User talk:Pokemon lover|Mew]] 17:33, 15 March 2012 (UTC)
:There's also two artworks for Reshiram and Zekrom (lit up and not lit up). They are apparently some "mode" (Formes with forms?). We don't really know much about them yet. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 13:36, 17 March 2012 (UTC)

I have the same opinion. The boxart may be some kind of 'mode' as in 'burst mode'or something. The boxart of White Kyurem looks vaguely similar to the art of primal dialga. The pic aforementioned is present in the bulbapedia archive. Please give ur thoughts on this post.[[User:Auraguardian197|Auraguardian197]]

i think it has to do with its ability. the glowing might be from turboblaze ant terravolt to white/black kyurem respectively. -{{u|deoxys80}}
:It's just their Overdrive mode. Reshiram and Zekrom had the ''exact same thing''. [[:a:File:643Reshiram.png|Normal Reshiram]], [[:a:File:643Reshiram-Activated.png|Overdrive Reshiram]]. [[:a:File:644Zekrom.png|Normal Zekrom]], [[:a:File:644Zekrom-Activated.png|Overdrive Zekrom]]. It has nothing to do with abilities, or moves, or formes. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 18:21, 15 April 2012 (UTC)

== Trivia? ==

Would it be relevant and/or noteworthy to add that these games mark the second time the main series Pokémon games have the number 2 in their names, with the first time being the name initially announced for the original Gold and Silver ('''{{tt|ポケットモンスター２金・銀|Poketto Monsutā 2: Kin Gin}}''' ''Pocket Monsters 2: Gold and Silver'')? Even though the 2 was eventually dropped for Gold and Silver, it was still an official yet temporary name. [[User:Pokemon lover|Sato]][[User talk:Pokemon lover|Mew]] 17:49, 15 March 2012 (UTC)
:I'm totally for this. Something like: "These games are the first games in the main series to be released with a "2" in their name, though the Japanese versions of G/S were intended to have tis number in their name but this was dropped before release" ?? As long as there's a nod to the almost-Pkmn 2: G/S thing I think it's a great idea! [[User:Oshawhat?|Oshawhat?]] 09:14, 12 April 2012 (UTC)

== Parameter on the Japanese website URL ==

The URL for the Japanese website does not need the '''?a001=msign''' parameter. Please remove it. [[User:Pokemon lover|Sato]][[User talk:Pokemon lover|Mew]] 22:25, 15 March 2012 (UTC)

== Second set of direct sequels? ==

Aren't Black 2 and White 2 the second set of direct sequels in the main series? Gold and Silver are direct sequels to Red and Green (likewise, HeartGold and SoulSilver are direct sequels to FireRed and LeafGreen). The only difference is that they're from separate generations, since for all we know, Black 2 and White 2 are Generation V games like Black and White. If so, shouldn't this be mentioned in the article? [[User:Pokemon lover|Sato]][[User talk:Pokemon lover|Mew]] 22:31, 15 March 2012 (UTC)
:Considering that it hasn't even really been confirmed that these are sequels, I'd say no. Wait until we know for sure at least. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] 00:11, 16 March 2012 (UTC)
::Don't worry, I'll wait. I can't edit the article anyway. I was just pointing out this so it can be taken in consideration when we have full details about the games. [[User:Pokemon lover|Sato]][[User talk:Pokemon lover|Mew]] 13:56, 16 March 2012 (UTC)

==No info?==

Ummmm... The games are available for preorder. Shouldn't there be info on the storyline and stuff? it's-a me, [[User:Slowbro|anonymous]]
:One would think there would be more info by now, but the reason is simply because no more info has been released. When more info is released it will be added to the article. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 22:50, 2 April 2012 (UTC)
::We will be getting lots of info next [[Pokémon Smash!]] (they said they would be revealing B2W2 info on that episode). --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 11:14, 3 April 2012 (UTC)

==Beta==

This could turn into beta. Any official source confirming that people are making this game? The above [[Special:Contributions/Wildgoose|comment]] is [[User talk: Wildgoose|supported]] by [[User:Wildgoose|Wildgoose]]. 00:57, 9 April 2012 (UTC)
:Go to the article and scroll to the bottom. There is a list of sources there. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 01:09, 9 April 2012 (UTC)

== Australian Release Date ==

In the infobox, it lists the Australian release as Spring 2012. At first this really confused me as I thought only Japan got it this Spring. Because of the different seasons in the Northern and Southern hemisphere, and because a lot of Bulbapedia's users come from the Northern Hemisphere, could we add a tooltip to make it {{tt|Spring 2012|Northern Hemisphere Fall/Autumn}}. I think this would help a lot of people who came to the site. [[User:MajesticRayquaza|''Majestic'']][[User talk:MajesticRayquaza|'''Rayquaza''']] 09:08, 9 April 2012 (UTC)
:I don't think so. The seasons will become irrelevant once we get an actual date, and the only people who should really be concerned with the release date are the people it applies to (i.e. Oceanians.) Plus it might seem unfair. If we put a note for the Northerners that South Spring = North Autumn, then we should do the same for Southerners that North Autumn = South Spring. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 09:16, 9 April 2012 (UTC)

== Amazon release date ==

Not sure if this means anything but I just saw that Amazon (through the official Nintendo seller) has the two versions up for pre-order with a release date of December 31, 2012 (I'm not sure if that's their generic date for an unknown release or the actual date though). [[User:OnixPachirisu|OnixPachirisu]] 18:52, 9 April 2012 (UTC)
:It's just a placeholder so they can take pre-orders. Nintendo already announced a fall (Sept-Nov) release. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 18:57, 9 April 2012 (UTC)

== More Release Date info ==

Per Play-Asia, the Japanese Version's release date is June 23rd, and the US release will be in October: http://www.play-asia.com/paOScore/19-71-8s-49-en-15-Pokemon-43-8s-18-2.html

[[User:Luigi-San|Luigi-San]] 03:09, 12 April 2012 (UTC)
:Well the Japanese release date is true. October does fit for the US, though is Play-asia a good source for information on the US release date? In any case, we'll probably find out about the US release date in a few months. Maybe E3? [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] 17:38, 13 April 2012 (UTC)
::It's been known for like [https://twitter.com/#!/bulbanews/status/179568320293511168 a month now]. Play-Asia is a decent source but I would still prefer to wait for an official source to confirm it, just for precautionary measures. ♫♪ [[User:Adyniz|'''エイデ''']][[User talk:Adyniz|'''ィニズ''']] ♪♫ 17:46, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

== Update ==
Page needs to be updated with new Coro Coro information. [[User:Dragonace|Dragonace]] 06:58, 12 April 2012 (UTC)
:Not yet.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 07:24, 12 April 2012 (UTC)

== Ice cover ==

I don't think the article should say that Unova is engulfed in ice because it says in the Bulbanews article that it is unconfirmed whether that is actually part of the region or it is just there to cover up areas that haven't been revealed yet. [[User:PkmnChmp5|PkmnChmp5]] 23:38, 12 April 2012 (UTC)
:I agree too. There seems to be a confusion. [[User:Han Ji-Wan|Han Ji-Wan]] 23:47, 12 April 2012 (UTC)
From a talk page it says that CoroCoro confirmed the ice is only to cover upcoming stuff--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 17:12, 13 April 2012 (UTC)
:::According to {{u|Umeko}}'s Nihongo-fu: ''What Corocoro says in reference to the ice is essentially "What in the world is with the map freezing over? Has something strange happened?!"'' [[User:Masatoshi|Masatoshi]][[User_talk:Masatoshi|''talk'']] 17:26, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

what is a Umeko's Nihongo-fu?--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 20:59, 13 April 2012 (UTC)
* Umeko is a person, and "Nihongo" is the Japanese word for "Japanese". It's an attempt by Umeko at translating it from Japanese. [[User:Rickie-d|Rickie-d]] 01:19, 19 April 2012 (UTC)

i think that it is just covering new areas otherwise there would be no Pokemon league [[User:Ultinuc|Ultinuc]] 01:28, 12 May 2012 (UTC)

== Towns ==

I am 99.9% certain that there are 3 towns in Southwest Unova, not 2. [[User:Han Ji-Wan|Han Ji-Wan]] 03:15, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

It says at least 2 towns.--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 20:58, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

I see three towns but the one below Driftveil City could also be something similar to Cold Storage. [[User:Ariano|Ariano]] 08:19, 14 April 2012 (UTC)

=="2"==
I think that Black ＆ White 2 is a reference to this version taking place 2 years after Black ＆ White. [[User:Ethan12|Ethan12]] 14:18, 14 April 2012 (UTC)
:Or... it's because they are the sequels to Black and White? [[User:Kookamooka|Kookamooka]] 18:51, 16 May 2012 (UTC)

== Images ==

I don't know if I'm doing this right, but... maybe these images can be used in the article?

<gallery>
File:B2W2 Prerelease theater.png|The theater?
File:B2W2 Prerelease VS Rival.png|The male player character and the rival's VS sprites
File:B2W2 Prerelease field.png|The player character meeting the rival
File:B2W2 Prerelease Akuroma.png|Akuroma...
File:B2W2 Prerelease Castelia Central Plaza.png|The player meets Akuroma in Castelia
File:B2W2 Prerelease floating town.png|The player meets Shizui
File:B2W2 Prerelease blocked road.png|The player and Akuroma in an unknown location
File:B2W2 Prerelease Homika Gym.png|Homika's gym
File:B2W2 Prerelease beach town Gym.png|Possibly outside Shizui's gym
File:B2W2 Prerelease beach cave.png|The player character, the rival and Shizui in a beach, near to the entrance of a cave
</gallery>

--[[User:PenblooeR|PenblooeR]] 19:56, 14 April 2012 (UTC)
That depends.did you get these pictures from a reliable source? [[User:Pokabu218|Pokabu218]] 14:56, 18 April 2012 (UTC)

[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/b2w2/characters/ I think so.] --[[User:PenblooeR|PenblooeR]] 15:50, 18 April 2012 (UTC)

It looks like the official Japanese black2 and white2 so I would say those pictures are valid but I'm not sure so I would ask help from another editor.

[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/b2w2/characters/ They're from the japanese Pokémon website.] What do you think? --[[User:PenblooeR|PenblooeR]] 19:45, 18 April 2012 (UTC)

== Starters ==

Are the starters for black and white 2 tepig oshawott and snivy because pokemon smash shows it.--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 01:59, 15 April 2012 (UTC)
:Obviously. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 02:12, 15 April 2012 (UTC)

==battle animations?==

I guess constant battle animations are confirmed, due to the trailer? [[User:Pringles|Pringles]] 02:56, 17 April 2012 (UTC)
The Trainers seem to be animated too. ''Drakko'' 11:00, 29 April 2012 (UTC)

== English Cover ==

The english Cover is revealed: http://www.wog.ch/nas/cover_large/ds/ds_pokemonblack2.jpg --[[User:Altruis|Altruis]] 18:24, 17 April 2012 (UTC)
:Can you please provide the source of the picture? [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 18:27, 17 April 2012 (UTC)

Yes: http://www.wog.ch/index.cfm/details/product/28172-Pokemon-Schwarze-Edition-2 and http://www.softridge.ch/c1-/p4880/pokemon-schwarze-edition-2.html --[[User:Altruis|Altruis]] 18:29, 17 April 2012 (UTC)
:IMO it looks like placeholder boxart, because it doesn't match the Japanese artwork (which is usually does). There is also a watermark in the image. I would wait for a more official source to confirm it. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 18:40, 17 April 2012 (UTC)
I agree also because it is rating pending by ESRB but it shows a rating in the bottom right corner [[User:Pokabu218|Pokabu218]] 14:37, 18 April 2012 (UTC)
:That's not an ESRB rating. It's PEGI. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 16:13, 18 April 2012 (UTC)
Your right. I noticed that after I made the comment but did not have the time to fix it. [[User:Pokabu218|Pokabu218]] 17:44, 18 April 2012 (UTC)

== Unova Ice unconfirmed. ==

(Yeah, I know somebody already posted something like this...)
I don't think we should say that Unova is engulfed in ice, unless that is specifically confirmed. Maybe the ice is just there to cover up the other changes of Unova just for now, and I think if that much of Unova was covered in ice, there would only be like, three gyms. I think we should remove the part saying that part of Unova is covered in ice, because that is just speculation from the art, we have no proof that this is confirmed. [[User:Zarthga|Zarthga]] 07:23, 20 April 2012 (UTC)
:"I think if that much of Unova was covered in ice, there would only be like, three gyms." Castelia, Nimbasa, Driftveil, Mistralton and Opelucid aren't covered in ice. And there will be two new leaders, Shizui and Homika, totalizing seven citites with gyms that aren't covered in ice. Maybe the Icirrus gym will be still active, as it's an Ice-type gym... --[[User:PenblooeR|PenblooeR]] 15:50, 20 April 2012 (UTC)
::God, there are still people who believe that they really destroyed half of Unova? God... --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 17:39, 20 April 2012 (UTC)
:::"The Unova region ''appears'' to have changed greatly." (From the article; italics mine.) It does actually imply that it's inferred from the map, although I agree it's a little ambiguous. -- [[User:GoldenCelebi|Golden]][[User talk:GoldenCelebi|Celebi]] 17:50, 20 April 2012 (UTC)
::::Guys, this is turning into a speculation discussion. Unless you have undeniable proof one way or the other, please take this to the forums and stop the discussion here. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 18:23, 20 April 2012 (UTC)
:::::Can I at least change it to say: "In this time, the Unova region appears to have changed greatly, being engulfed by a large amount of ice coming from the north east'', however, it was never confirmed that the this is true, as the ice may not actually exist, and was put on the Unova map to prevent too many spoilers.''" ? [[User:Zarthga|Zarthga]] 00:23, 21 April 2012 (UTC)
::::::No. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 00:27, 21 April 2012 (UTC)
::::::: As it stands, the article reads as though Unova actually being engulfed in actual ice rather than just the map is a confirmed thing, which it isn't. Couldn't we reword that bit somehow so it doesn't sound like we know for sure? Actually, maybe it should just not be mentioned at all until we know what we're talking about. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] 02:08, 21 April 2012 (UTC)
:::::::: ''In this time, the Unova region '''appears''' to have changed greatly, being engulfed by a large amount of ice coming from the north east'', the appears part signals the unconfirmed factor. The article is fine as is. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 02:13, 21 April 2012 (UTC)
It looks like it's confirmed: it says on the Japanese official site that the ice was caused two years after Black & White involving an 'accident' in the rural areas. ''Drakko'' 10:59, 29 April 2012 (UTC)
:It doesn't say it is actually covered in ice, simply that there was an accident in the rural areas. We will withhold adding that it is confirmed until we get undeniable proof either way. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 09:33, 30 April 2012 (UTC)

== Pictures ==

Can this pic be used?

<gallery>
File:RivalBW2.png|rival from opening.
</gallery>

== Characters and Pokedex additions? ==

1) Already been mentions on this page, [http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/b2w2/characters/ BW Characters]. Menu bar on left, if it wasn't obvious.

2) [http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/b2w2/pokemon/pokemon01.html Pokedex with additional Pokemon] (?) <s>the pokedex looks pretty epic</s>

These should be added to the page somewhere; it's from the Japanese webpage. EDIT: By that I mean more better description of these on the article

[[User:Umbreon126|Umbreon126]] 04:03, 21 April 2012 (UTC)

:Until everything is revealed, then we add it.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 04:10, 21 April 2012 (UTC)

== Spring 2012 ==

Australia are getting these games before Japan? An Admin needs to change this[[User:05308|Diamond]] [[Lanturn (Pokémon)|Lanturn]] [[User talk:05308|CodeName: 05308]]
:Spring in Northern Hemisphere = Autumn in Southern Hemisphere. This has been explained multiple times, and should be common knowledge. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 19:33, 22 April 2012 (UTC)
::Yes it should be. I could care less either way, but it should be put up so we can stop getting these questions. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 19:55, 22 April 2012 (UTC)
:::Your message doesn't make sense. We don't need to put up any sort of notes and disclaimers because people should already know the season differences the hemispheres have. Do we need to explain why the sky is blue in the anime? Not only that, but it is rude to our readers in the Southern Hemisphere. We don't put any sort of disclaimers that Autumn in the Northern Hemisphere means their Spring. They already know the difference. I'm not going to alter the information just because of someone else's ignorance. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 20:02, 22 April 2012 (UTC)
::::How does it not make sense. It should and is common knowledge, but multiple people obviously don't get the difference. It's a waste to continually have this page cluttered with this issue. This is the third time (IIRC) this question has been asked on this page, the forums see it multiple times as well. It's annoying to see this question asked numerous times every week. Putting something up would stop people from asking about this and stop all the useless posts on this. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 20:39, 22 April 2012 (UTC)
:::::<nowiki>*</nowiki>bobs his head out of the shadows* Hi, I'm from the far lands, also known as the Southern Hemisphere. Things in here, despite what they might seem like, are the opposite to the Northern Hemisphere (at least in the weather department, no, food doesn't eat people here -that's only in Rand McNally-). Stuff such as S. H. related articles and release dates for this side of the world are kept in the Southern Hemisphere standards so that we don't get confused as to when either things get released or... well... mostly dates, Australia and New Zealand amongst few others speak English, so it's a bit unfair for them. This is something you learn in elementary school, if they don't know it, tough luck, they do now. So yeah, we are not changing the seasons for them to fit the Northern Hemisphere standards. Besides, once the games are released, we'll see the actual dates, so there will be no place for confusion. [[User:Masatoshi|Masatoshi]][[User_talk:Masatoshi|''talk'']] 20:42, 22 April 2012 (UTC)

== Helpful-ish ==

On {{tt|the pages|*can't be bothered to link to them*}} that Umbreon126 noted a couple of sections above, it says something about the 3DS in the bottom right. Not being able to read Japanese, I don't know what it says, but it ''could'' be helpful. Maybe. -- [[User:GoldenCelebi|Golden]][[User talk:GoldenCelebi|Celebi]] 16:04, 30 April 2012 (UTC)
:It just means that the game is compatible with the 3DS. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 16:12, 30 April 2012 (UTC)

== Forest Minccino ==

At about 1:01 in the trailer, the player approaches what seems to be a Minccino in a forest. I don't have Black or White, so I don't know if this is like [[Peeko]] or not. Can somebody help me with this? [[User:Pringles|プリングルズ/品客薯片/ప్రింగిల్స్]] 20:09, 9 May 2012 (UTC)
:That event wasn't in the first BW at all, so we have no idea if it's like Peeko or what. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] 14:18, 10 May 2012 (UTC)

==New Kami trio formes?==

Allegedly, this is the cover of next month's CoroCoro: [http://pokejungle.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/20120511-143126.jpg]

Note the bottom left ;)

[[User:Luigi-San|Luigi-San]] 05:41, 11 May 2012 (UTC)
:We are aware of that scan but it can easily be fake and it has been done a lot of times in the past as well. Besides, there is still some time in the ''actual'' CoroCoro scans to arrive. That is why the optimum choice would be to wait. Also, please do not link to other fansites since they are "not" completely reliable. Thank you, have a nice day ahead. ♫♪ [[User:Adyniz|'''エイデ''']][[User talk:Adyniz|'''ィニズ''']] ♪♫ 06:21, 11 May 2012 (UTC)

== English Release Date ==

On Amazon it says that the release date is December 31, 2012... Should someone add it? Or is it fake? [[User:Pringles|プリングルズ/品客薯片/ప్రింగిల్స్]] 00:28, 12 May 2012 (UTC)
:I'm thinking that is most likely a place holder date so they can accept pre-orders and such. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 00:38, 12 May 2012 (UTC)
::Definitely a placeholder. GameStop stores around me have October 2. --[[User:The Great Butler|The Great Butler]] 00:48, 12 May 2012 (UTC)

== Starters ==

Nope, there's no new starters. They're the same as Black and White, according to a Nintendo website. {{unsigned|AWild------Appeared}}
:[[Talk:Pokémon Black and White Versions 2#Starters|We know.]] -- [[User:GoldenCelebi|Golden]][[User talk:GoldenCelebi|Celebi]] 16:25, 14 May 2012 (UTC)

== New info - please update ==

As seen [http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-black-version-2-and-pokemon-white-version-2/ here] AR Searcher will be released as Pokémon Dream Radar. When Black Kyurem and White Kyurem have the cool glowing lights, it is known as "Overdrive Mode" --[[User:Dorsal Axe|Dorsal Axe]] 14:22, 15 May 2012 (UTC)

== English Boxart ==

Here are the US boxarts for Pokémon Black 2 and White 2. It isn't the greatest quality, but I couldn't find better. [[User:Z1ggyZ00|Z1ggyZ00]] 21:38, 15 May 2012 (UTC)

[[File:Pokemon White 2 Boxart EN.png|200px]]
[[File:Pokemon Black 2 Boxart EN.png|200px]]

I've found some '''much''' bigger versions, which can be seen [http://i.imgur.com/KSbC3.jpg here] and [http://i.imgur.com/gooUp.jpg here]. But they'll need to be cropped before they can be used in the article. --[[User:Dorsal Axe|Dorsal Axe]] 10:07, 16 May 2012 (UTC)

== Minor thing ==

The word "mode" in Overdrive Mode should be capitalised. [http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-black-version-2-and-pokemon-white-version-2/ Proof is in the character art gallery here.] - [[User:Blazios|Blazios]] [[User Talk:Blazios|talk]] 22:22, 15 May 2012 (UTC)

== More Formes? WTF Bianca? ==

Well according to Serebii, there are new "Sacred Beast Formes" for Tornadus, Thunderus, and Landorus, Also with the new Pokemon Black 2 and White 2 animation out, it seems Bianca gives out the Starters in B2W2 and that Cheren is the first Gym Leader. {{unsigned|Alsuke}}
:1. Serebii isn't an official source, so don't bother referencing it here. 2. That name is merely a fan translation. Not official. 3. We already know everything else you just said. Check their articles. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 04:04, 16 May 2012 (UTC)

== World Tournament Info ==

Just think it might be better to revise the current blurb on the World Tournament since it seems like more will be available. At present Sabrina isn't confirmed to be challengable, and the inclusion of Volkner, Lance, Cynthia and Steven opens it up to more regions. Maybe it's just better to say Gym Leaders and other Trainers/Champions from the other regions.
[[User:Clark Griswald|Clark Griswald]] 17:45, 16 May 2012 (UTC)

== Name to: Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 Versions ==

I think that would be a more accurate name, as the versions are more commonly (from what I've seen) referred to as Black 2 and White 2, not Black and White 2. Wikipedia too have referred to the games as Black 2 and White 2.
I propose a name change, anyone else agree? [[User:Kookamooka|Kookamooka]] 18:56, 16 May 2012 (UTC)
:[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-black-version-2-and-pokemon-white-version-2/ The word Version comes before the 2.] This is an official link and it's really all that matters. Besides, Black 2 and White 2 already redirect here. - [[User:Blazios|Blazios]] [[User Talk:Blazios|talk]] 19:04, 16 May 2012 (UTC)
::Ah okay. Although they didn't redirect here, I got that covered. [[User:Kookamooka|Kookamooka]] 19:15, 16 May 2012 (UTC)

Talk:Pokémon Black and White Versions 2

2012-05-16T17:45:19Z

Clark Griswald: /* World Tournament Info */

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==Formes==
It says "Two new formes" but it does not say "of Kyurem." [[User:TorchicBlaziken|TorchicBlaziken]] ([[User_talk:TorchicBlaziken|talk]]•[[Special:Contributions/TorchicBlaziken|edits]]) 02:22, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:We won't know if they are formes of Kyurem until a source confirms it. Right now, it's all speculation.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:26, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
::While it is all speculation they look more like alternate forms of Reshiram and Zekrom instead. [[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen Fennec]] 02:34, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:::[https://twitter.com/#!/Junichi_Masuda/status/173576515219505153 Stated Kyurem here.] But there's debate on whether they're forms or separate Pokémon. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 02:36, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
::::Ah, nice to know then. Wonder if they'll have something to do with Reshiram and Zekrom at all, also looking forward to a bit of change in the overall story plot. [[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen Fennec]] 02:39, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:::::Well, from what it looks like, it seems that it is combining Zekrom/Reshiram with Kyurem. I wonder how they will do that? Item? Special shrine? But about what Jo said above, they will be forms, as it says in [[Kyurem]]s trivia ''"There is placeholder data for an alternate form of Kyurem in Pokémon Black and White".'' --[[User:Rsrdaman|'''×Rsr''']][[User_Talk:Rsrdaman|'''daman×''']] 02:59, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
::::::Actually, if you watch the trailer for the new movie coming out on the Japanese website, it shows Zekrom and Reshiram's powers going into Kyurem. This further confirms that these are Kyurem's alternate formes, and not Zekrom's our Reshiram's. [[User:Mikk317|Mikk317]] 05:10, 6 March 2012 (UTC)
I saw the covers of the games,and the white and black kyurem's on the covers look completely different then normal white kyurem and black kyurem.What gives?--[[User:Supermon|Supermon]] 12:38, 21 March 2012 (UTC)
:There's also two "formes" for Reshiram and Zekrom (lit up and not lit up). They are apparently some "mode" (Formes with forms?). We don't really know much about them yet. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 12:44, 21 March 2012 (UTC)

thanks. i thought that Kyurem had 5 formes or something!--[[User:Supermon|Supermon]] 11:30, 2 April 2012 (UTC)

reshiram and zekrom don't have two forms that is their animation.--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 22:48, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

And in the commercial it shows how kyurem changes from white kyurem without the tubes on the back to the white kyurem on the boxart.--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 23:58, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

== Names of mascots ==

Junichi Masuda has stated on Twitter that the names of the new forms are '''White Kyurem''' and '''Black Kyurem'''. [[User:ZMT123|ZMT123]] 03:32, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

==Interwiki==
Page is blocked, could you add an interwiki link to [[:it:Pokémon Nero e Bianco 2]]?--[[User:Qwilava|Qwilava]] 08:37, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:Added. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 08:38, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

==US website==
Doesn't appear to have been added. [http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-black-version-2-and-pokemon-white-version-2/ It's not much, but it's official.] [[User:GoldenCelebi|GoldenCelebi]] 10:57, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:I am reluctant to add it. It is just a sub-section, unlike [http://www.pokemonblackwhite.com/ this one]. ♫♪ [[User:Adyniz|'''エイデ''']][[User talk:Adyniz|'''ィニズ''']] ♪♫ 11:21, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

== Color's for representation. ==

To avoid confusion with Black and White I think the 2 colors that represent this game on Wiki pages should be a blue and red to match the color on each logo and background for the official site. What do you guys think? [[User:ArchedThunder|ArchedThunder]] 12:41, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:What about if it gets confused instead with the Generation I games Red and Blue? Just pointing out... [[User:Haxorus|'''Hax''']][[User talk:Haxorus|'''or''']][[Special:MyContributions|'''us''']] 12:45, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
::All I have to say is Ruby and Sapphire. Besides they will be a different shade just like Ruby and Sapphire where and they will also be reversed, being Blue and Red instead of Red and Blue.[[User:ArchedThunder|ArchedThunder]] 12:55, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:::Thank you to the person who changed the color.[[User:ArchedThunder|ArchedThunder]] 13:14, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
::::Wait, who changed it back and why?[[User:ArchedThunder|ArchedThunder]] 13:53, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

== Mascots reversed? ==

I just noticed something on [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/4/46/Kyurem_forms.png the new release]. The Kyurem/Zekrom and Kyurem/Reshiram are reversed. On the original B/W, Zekrom was on the white side, and Reshiram on the black side. Its seems its reversed now.--[[User:Rsrdaman|'''×Rsr''']][[User_Talk:Rsrdaman|'''daman×''']] 15:28, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:Yes they are, but this isn't the right place for that discussion. Please go to the forums with comments/questions of this nature. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 15:44, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

== generation ==

why is it under generation v? is there any offical source to this (even though we know it might be true) -[[User:Pokeant|Pokeant]] 16:37, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

We don't really know if it is Gen V, but the fact that it uses forms of a Gen V Pokemon as its mascot make if all but confirmed. The way it looks, at least for now, is that they decided to ditch the 3rd game idea for this Gen and instead do two full sequels to BW. If they say these are a new gen or we see completely new Pokemon then we can start talking about this being Gen VI, but as it stands I think we should just leave it be.[[User:ArchedThunder|ArchedThunder]] 16:41, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

== Trying to clear up some unconfirmed rumors ==

I suggest a paragraph be added to the article stating something like "There is no confirmation on whether these games are a [[third version]] or not." [[User:Bwburke94|Bwburke94]] 20:26, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

The article doesn't even insinuate that, it says out right that they are second paired versions. 2 games can't be a 3rd version.[[User:ArchedThunder|ArchedThunder]] 22:43, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

:What he trying to mean is, most people think that these games are the '"double" 3rd versions, like Platinum, Emerald and Crystal. But if that's so, you mean these are just the continued part of original B&W? There will be a real "third" version? That's almost impossible. {{unsigned|Acellutor}}

== Classification ==

Well,looks like it can have'''3''' types-Dragon+ice+fire\electric.And can it be a new duo or trio with Kyurem or Part of the tao trio?--Shravs [[User talk:Littleroot leader shravan(ability leader)|(New Bark Gym)]] 05:09, 27 February 2012 (UTC)
:From sources, Kyurem has two new forms, each resemblin to Zekrom and/or Reshiram. So it would still be within the Tao trio. But 3 types is OP, and awkward considering the type advantages/disadvantages. I would say Kyurem would be Ice/Dragon but retaining the power of it's other form. My speculation point, but I would doubt 3 types. [[User:Chocos0|Chocos0]] 06:06, 27 February 2012 (UTC)

==European Autumn 2012 Release Confirmed==
Could someone with the powers to edit this page please add that Nintendo UK have confirmed an Autumn 2012 release for this pair? Source: http://www.officialnintendomagazine.co.uk/35866/pokemon-black-and-white-2-uk-release-date-is-autumn-2012/ [[User:Ryu Shoji|Ryu Shoji]], 10:56, 27 February, 2012 (BST)
:Done. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 11:14, 27 February 2012 (UTC)

== North America release confirmed: Fall 2012 ==

The American release window has been confirmed - see this article: http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2012/02/north_america_gets_pokemon_black_and_white_2_this_fall

I'm unable to add it to the article myself, so can someone who is able to edit it add the date?
[[User:NFreak007|NFreak007]] 14:55, 27 February 2012 (UTC)
:I just found out about this myself and updated [[n:Pokémon Black and White 2 coming to North America and Europe this autumn|the Bulbanews article]]. This page is now fixed too. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 15:01, 27 February 2012 (UTC)

== Redirect sentence regarding the BW002 episode ==

Greetings, I respectfully disagree with the unitalicising of the English title portion, "Enter Iris and Axew". On this site, all episode titles are italicised when put against regular unitalicised text, and the opposite should be done in this case as in other examples elsewhere in life. [[User:Haxorus|'''Hax''']][[User talk:Haxorus|'''or''']][[Special:MyContributions|'''us''']] 15:51, 1 March 2012 (UTC)
:It is already italicized, which is what is used for titles. When it is surrounded by italicized text, it doesn't need to become un-italicized. This is how everything else does it anyway. It is more important to have the title in italics rather than in contrast to regular text. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 03:23, 3 March 2012 (UTC)

== 3ds or ds ==

will this be on 3ds or ds i need to know {{unsigned|Pokefanboy}}

:It'll be on the [[Nintendo DS]], but will be compatible with the [[Nintendo 3DS]]. Yes, the press release was confusing. By the way, it's a good idea to sign your posts with <nowiki>~~~~</nowiki>, which is converted into an automatic link to your userpage. {{unsigned|GoldenCelebi}}
:That article mentions this. Don't mean to sound rude, but this is exactly what this site is for. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 18:05, 1 March 2012 (UTC)

== English artwork ==
Possible to use these artworks? [http://fronttowardsgamer.com/2012/02/27/pokemon-black-and-white-2-announced/ Black & White 2] -- [[User:Chickensdoorknob|ℂℏɨ₡ƙ℮ᵰᵴ∂ⱺ☮яϰŊøɓ]] 23:53, 13 March 2012 (UTC)
:Those look fanmade. They look nothing like the leaked Japanese boxes and they always use the same. --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 00:02, 14 March 2012 (UTC)
::Those aren't fanmade, actually- they're on [http://www.play-asia.com/Pokemon_White_Version_2/paOS-13-71-ba-49-en-70-4lbh.html Playasia] and other pre-order sites. They're only placeholders, though. Official placeholders, but placeholders nonetheless. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] 15:04, 14 March 2012 (UTC)
:::Look at them, they were made in MSPaint. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 15:08, 14 March 2012 (UTC)

== Two official artworks? ==

How come Black Kyurem and White Kyurem have two official artworks? I'm not saying it's a mistake or even a lie, you can easily check that it's true by watching the Flash intro animation of the Japanese website. But that's the issue here: why are there two different yet official artworks for both of Kyurem's new Formes? [[User:Pokemon lover|Sato]][[User talk:Pokemon lover|Mew]] 17:33, 15 March 2012 (UTC)
:There's also two artworks for Reshiram and Zekrom (lit up and not lit up). They are apparently some "mode" (Formes with forms?). We don't really know much about them yet. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 13:36, 17 March 2012 (UTC)

I have the same opinion. The boxart may be some kind of 'mode' as in 'burst mode'or something. The boxart of White Kyurem looks vaguely similar to the art of primal dialga. The pic aforementioned is present in the bulbapedia archive. Please give ur thoughts on this post.[[User:Auraguardian197|Auraguardian197]]

i think it has to do with its ability. the glowing might be from turboblaze ant terravolt to white/black kyurem respectively. -{{u|deoxys80}}
:It's just their Overdrive mode. Reshiram and Zekrom had the ''exact same thing''. [[:a:File:643Reshiram.png|Normal Reshiram]], [[:a:File:643Reshiram-Activated.png|Overdrive Reshiram]]. [[:a:File:644Zekrom.png|Normal Zekrom]], [[:a:File:644Zekrom-Activated.png|Overdrive Zekrom]]. It has nothing to do with abilities, or moves, or formes. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 18:21, 15 April 2012 (UTC)

== Trivia? ==

Would it be relevant and/or noteworthy to add that these games mark the second time the main series Pokémon games have the number 2 in their names, with the first time being the name initially announced for the original Gold and Silver ('''{{tt|ポケットモンスター２金・銀|Poketto Monsutā 2: Kin Gin}}''' ''Pocket Monsters 2: Gold and Silver'')? Even though the 2 was eventually dropped for Gold and Silver, it was still an official yet temporary name. [[User:Pokemon lover|Sato]][[User talk:Pokemon lover|Mew]] 17:49, 15 March 2012 (UTC)
:I'm totally for this. Something like: "These games are the first games in the main series to be released with a "2" in their name, though the Japanese versions of G/S were intended to have tis number in their name but this was dropped before release" ?? As long as there's a nod to the almost-Pkmn 2: G/S thing I think it's a great idea! [[User:Oshawhat?|Oshawhat?]] 09:14, 12 April 2012 (UTC)

== Parameter on the Japanese website URL ==

The URL for the Japanese website does not need the '''?a001=msign''' parameter. Please remove it. [[User:Pokemon lover|Sato]][[User talk:Pokemon lover|Mew]] 22:25, 15 March 2012 (UTC)

== Second set of direct sequels? ==

Aren't Black 2 and White 2 the second set of direct sequels in the main series? Gold and Silver are direct sequels to Red and Green (likewise, HeartGold and SoulSilver are direct sequels to FireRed and LeafGreen). The only difference is that they're from separate generations, since for all we know, Black 2 and White 2 are Generation V games like Black and White. If so, shouldn't this be mentioned in the article? [[User:Pokemon lover|Sato]][[User talk:Pokemon lover|Mew]] 22:31, 15 March 2012 (UTC)
:Considering that it hasn't even really been confirmed that these are sequels, I'd say no. Wait until we know for sure at least. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] 00:11, 16 March 2012 (UTC)
::Don't worry, I'll wait. I can't edit the article anyway. I was just pointing out this so it can be taken in consideration when we have full details about the games. [[User:Pokemon lover|Sato]][[User talk:Pokemon lover|Mew]] 13:56, 16 March 2012 (UTC)

==No info?==

Ummmm... The games are available for preorder. Shouldn't there be info on the storyline and stuff? it's-a me, [[User:Slowbro|anonymous]]
:One would think there would be more info by now, but the reason is simply because no more info has been released. When more info is released it will be added to the article. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 22:50, 2 April 2012 (UTC)
::We will be getting lots of info next [[Pokémon Smash!]] (they said they would be revealing B2W2 info on that episode). --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 11:14, 3 April 2012 (UTC)

==Beta==

This could turn into beta. Any official source confirming that people are making this game? The above [[Special:Contributions/Wildgoose|comment]] is [[User talk: Wildgoose|supported]] by [[User:Wildgoose|Wildgoose]]. 00:57, 9 April 2012 (UTC)
:Go to the article and scroll to the bottom. There is a list of sources there. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 01:09, 9 April 2012 (UTC)

== Australian Release Date ==

In the infobox, it lists the Australian release as Spring 2012. At first this really confused me as I thought only Japan got it this Spring. Because of the different seasons in the Northern and Southern hemisphere, and because a lot of Bulbapedia's users come from the Northern Hemisphere, could we add a tooltip to make it {{tt|Spring 2012|Northern Hemisphere Fall/Autumn}}. I think this would help a lot of people who came to the site. [[User:MajesticRayquaza|''Majestic'']][[User talk:MajesticRayquaza|'''Rayquaza''']] 09:08, 9 April 2012 (UTC)
:I don't think so. The seasons will become irrelevant once we get an actual date, and the only people who should really be concerned with the release date are the people it applies to (i.e. Oceanians.) Plus it might seem unfair. If we put a note for the Northerners that South Spring = North Autumn, then we should do the same for Southerners that North Autumn = South Spring. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 09:16, 9 April 2012 (UTC)

== Amazon release date ==

Not sure if this means anything but I just saw that Amazon (through the official Nintendo seller) has the two versions up for pre-order with a release date of December 31, 2012 (I'm not sure if that's their generic date for an unknown release or the actual date though). [[User:OnixPachirisu|OnixPachirisu]] 18:52, 9 April 2012 (UTC)
:It's just a placeholder so they can take pre-orders. Nintendo already announced a fall (Sept-Nov) release. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 18:57, 9 April 2012 (UTC)

== More Release Date info ==

Per Play-Asia, the Japanese Version's release date is June 23rd, and the US release will be in October: http://www.play-asia.com/paOScore/19-71-8s-49-en-15-Pokemon-43-8s-18-2.html

[[User:Luigi-San|Luigi-San]] 03:09, 12 April 2012 (UTC)
:Well the Japanese release date is true. October does fit for the US, though is Play-asia a good source for information on the US release date? In any case, we'll probably find out about the US release date in a few months. Maybe E3? [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] 17:38, 13 April 2012 (UTC)
::It's been known for like [https://twitter.com/#!/bulbanews/status/179568320293511168 a month now]. Play-Asia is a decent source but I would still prefer to wait for an official source to confirm it, just for precautionary measures. ♫♪ [[User:Adyniz|'''エイデ''']][[User talk:Adyniz|'''ィニズ''']] ♪♫ 17:46, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

== Update ==
Page needs to be updated with new Coro Coro information. [[User:Dragonace|Dragonace]] 06:58, 12 April 2012 (UTC)
:Not yet.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 07:24, 12 April 2012 (UTC)

== Ice cover ==

I don't think the article should say that Unova is engulfed in ice because it says in the Bulbanews article that it is unconfirmed whether that is actually part of the region or it is just there to cover up areas that haven't been revealed yet. [[User:PkmnChmp5|PkmnChmp5]] 23:38, 12 April 2012 (UTC)
:I agree too. There seems to be a confusion. [[User:Han Ji-Wan|Han Ji-Wan]] 23:47, 12 April 2012 (UTC)
From a talk page it says that CoroCoro confirmed the ice is only to cover upcoming stuff--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 17:12, 13 April 2012 (UTC)
:::According to {{u|Umeko}}'s Nihongo-fu: ''What Corocoro says in reference to the ice is essentially "What in the world is with the map freezing over? Has something strange happened?!"'' [[User:Masatoshi|Masatoshi]][[User_talk:Masatoshi|''talk'']] 17:26, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

what is a Umeko's Nihongo-fu?--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 20:59, 13 April 2012 (UTC)
* Umeko is a person, and "Nihongo" is the Japanese word for "Japanese". It's an attempt by Umeko at translating it from Japanese. [[User:Rickie-d|Rickie-d]] 01:19, 19 April 2012 (UTC)

i think that it is just covering new areas otherwise there would be no Pokemon league [[User:Ultinuc|Ultinuc]] 01:28, 12 May 2012 (UTC)

== Towns ==

I am 99.9% certain that there are 3 towns in Southwest Unova, not 2. [[User:Han Ji-Wan|Han Ji-Wan]] 03:15, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

It says at least 2 towns.--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 20:58, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

I see three towns but the one below Driftveil City could also be something similar to Cold Storage. [[User:Ariano|Ariano]] 08:19, 14 April 2012 (UTC)

=="2"==
I think that Black ＆ White 2 is a reference to this version taking place 2 years after Black ＆ White. [[User:Ethan12|Ethan12]] 14:18, 14 April 2012 (UTC)

== Images ==

I don't know if I'm doing this right, but... maybe these images can be used in the article?

<gallery>
File:B2W2 Prerelease theater.png|The theater?
File:B2W2 Prerelease VS Rival.png|The male player character and the rival's VS sprites
File:B2W2 Prerelease field.png|The player character meeting the rival
File:B2W2 Prerelease Akuroma.png|Akuroma...
File:B2W2 Prerelease Castelia Central Plaza.png|The player meets Akuroma in Castelia
File:B2W2 Prerelease floating town.png|The player meets Shizui
File:B2W2 Prerelease blocked road.png|The player and Akuroma in an unknown location
File:B2W2 Prerelease Homika Gym.png|Homika's gym
File:B2W2 Prerelease beach town Gym.png|Possibly outside Shizui's gym
File:B2W2 Prerelease beach cave.png|The player character, the rival and Shizui in a beach, near to the entrance of a cave
</gallery>

--[[User:PenblooeR|PenblooeR]] 19:56, 14 April 2012 (UTC)
That depends.did you get these pictures from a reliable source? [[User:Pokabu218|Pokabu218]] 14:56, 18 April 2012 (UTC)

[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/b2w2/characters/ I think so.] --[[User:PenblooeR|PenblooeR]] 15:50, 18 April 2012 (UTC)

It looks like the official Japanese black2 and white2 so I would say those pictures are valid but I'm not sure so I would ask help from another editor.

[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/b2w2/characters/ They're from the japanese Pokémon website.] What do you think? --[[User:PenblooeR|PenblooeR]] 19:45, 18 April 2012 (UTC)

== Starters ==

Are the starters for black and white 2 tepig oshawott and snivy because pokemon smash shows it.--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 01:59, 15 April 2012 (UTC)
:Obviously. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 02:12, 15 April 2012 (UTC)

==battle animations?==

I guess constant battle animations are confirmed, due to the trailer? [[User:Pringles|Pringles]] 02:56, 17 April 2012 (UTC)
The Trainers seem to be animated too. ''Drakko'' 11:00, 29 April 2012 (UTC)

== English Cover ==

The english Cover is revealed: http://www.wog.ch/nas/cover_large/ds/ds_pokemonblack2.jpg --[[User:Altruis|Altruis]] 18:24, 17 April 2012 (UTC)
:Can you please provide the source of the picture? [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 18:27, 17 April 2012 (UTC)

Yes: http://www.wog.ch/index.cfm/details/product/28172-Pokemon-Schwarze-Edition-2 and http://www.softridge.ch/c1-/p4880/pokemon-schwarze-edition-2.html --[[User:Altruis|Altruis]] 18:29, 17 April 2012 (UTC)
:IMO it looks like placeholder boxart, because it doesn't match the Japanese artwork (which is usually does). There is also a watermark in the image. I would wait for a more official source to confirm it. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 18:40, 17 April 2012 (UTC)
I agree also because it is rating pending by ESRB but it shows a rating in the bottom right corner [[User:Pokabu218|Pokabu218]] 14:37, 18 April 2012 (UTC)
:That's not an ESRB rating. It's PEGI. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 16:13, 18 April 2012 (UTC)
Your right. I noticed that after I made the comment but did not have the time to fix it. [[User:Pokabu218|Pokabu218]] 17:44, 18 April 2012 (UTC)

== Unova Ice unconfirmed. ==

(Yeah, I know somebody already posted something like this...)
I don't think we should say that Unova is engulfed in ice, unless that is specifically confirmed. Maybe the ice is just there to cover up the other changes of Unova just for now, and I think if that much of Unova was covered in ice, there would only be like, three gyms. I think we should remove the part saying that part of Unova is covered in ice, because that is just speculation from the art, we have no proof that this is confirmed. [[User:Zarthga|Zarthga]] 07:23, 20 April 2012 (UTC)
:"I think if that much of Unova was covered in ice, there would only be like, three gyms." Castelia, Nimbasa, Driftveil, Mistralton and Opelucid aren't covered in ice. And there will be two new leaders, Shizui and Homika, totalizing seven citites with gyms that aren't covered in ice. Maybe the Icirrus gym will be still active, as it's an Ice-type gym... --[[User:PenblooeR|PenblooeR]] 15:50, 20 April 2012 (UTC)
::God, there are still people who believe that they really destroyed half of Unova? God... --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 17:39, 20 April 2012 (UTC)
:::"The Unova region ''appears'' to have changed greatly." (From the article; italics mine.) It does actually imply that it's inferred from the map, although I agree it's a little ambiguous. -- [[User:GoldenCelebi|Golden]][[User talk:GoldenCelebi|Celebi]] 17:50, 20 April 2012 (UTC)
::::Guys, this is turning into a speculation discussion. Unless you have undeniable proof one way or the other, please take this to the forums and stop the discussion here. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 18:23, 20 April 2012 (UTC)
:::::Can I at least change it to say: "In this time, the Unova region appears to have changed greatly, being engulfed by a large amount of ice coming from the north east'', however, it was never confirmed that the this is true, as the ice may not actually exist, and was put on the Unova map to prevent too many spoilers.''" ? [[User:Zarthga|Zarthga]] 00:23, 21 April 2012 (UTC)
::::::No. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 00:27, 21 April 2012 (UTC)
::::::: As it stands, the article reads as though Unova actually being engulfed in actual ice rather than just the map is a confirmed thing, which it isn't. Couldn't we reword that bit somehow so it doesn't sound like we know for sure? Actually, maybe it should just not be mentioned at all until we know what we're talking about. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] 02:08, 21 April 2012 (UTC)
:::::::: ''In this time, the Unova region '''appears''' to have changed greatly, being engulfed by a large amount of ice coming from the north east'', the appears part signals the unconfirmed factor. The article is fine as is. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 02:13, 21 April 2012 (UTC)
It looks like it's confirmed: it says on the Japanese official site that the ice was caused two years after Black & White involving an 'accident' in the rural areas. ''Drakko'' 10:59, 29 April 2012 (UTC)
:It doesn't say it is actually covered in ice, simply that there was an accident in the rural areas. We will withhold adding that it is confirmed until we get undeniable proof either way. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 09:33, 30 April 2012 (UTC)

== Pictures ==

Can this pic be used?

<gallery>
File:RivalBW2.png|rival from opening.
</gallery>

== Characters and Pokedex additions? ==

1) Already been mentions on this page, [http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/b2w2/characters/ BW Characters]. Menu bar on left, if it wasn't obvious.

2) [http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/b2w2/pokemon/pokemon01.html Pokedex with additional Pokemon] (?) <s>the pokedex looks pretty epic</s>

These should be added to the page somewhere; it's from the Japanese webpage. EDIT: By that I mean more better description of these on the article

[[User:Umbreon126|Umbreon126]] 04:03, 21 April 2012 (UTC)

:Until everything is revealed, then we add it.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 04:10, 21 April 2012 (UTC)

== Spring 2012 ==

Australia are getting these games before Japan? An Admin needs to change this[[User:05308|Diamond]] [[Lanturn (Pokémon)|Lanturn]] [[User talk:05308|CodeName: 05308]]
:Spring in Northern Hemisphere = Autumn in Southern Hemisphere. This has been explained multiple times, and should be common knowledge. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 19:33, 22 April 2012 (UTC)
::Yes it should be. I could care less either way, but it should be put up so we can stop getting these questions. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 19:55, 22 April 2012 (UTC)
:::Your message doesn't make sense. We don't need to put up any sort of notes and disclaimers because people should already know the season differences the hemispheres have. Do we need to explain why the sky is blue in the anime? Not only that, but it is rude to our readers in the Southern Hemisphere. We don't put any sort of disclaimers that Autumn in the Northern Hemisphere means their Spring. They already know the difference. I'm not going to alter the information just because of someone else's ignorance. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 20:02, 22 April 2012 (UTC)
::::How does it not make sense. It should and is common knowledge, but multiple people obviously don't get the difference. It's a waste to continually have this page cluttered with this issue. This is the third time (IIRC) this question has been asked on this page, the forums see it multiple times as well. It's annoying to see this question asked numerous times every week. Putting something up would stop people from asking about this and stop all the useless posts on this. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 20:39, 22 April 2012 (UTC)
:::::<nowiki>*</nowiki>bobs his head out of the shadows* Hi, I'm from the far lands, also known as the Southern Hemisphere. Things in here, despite what they might seem like, are the opposite to the Northern Hemisphere (at least in the weather department, no, food doesn't eat people here -that's only in Rand McNally-). Stuff such as S. H. related articles and release dates for this side of the world are kept in the Southern Hemisphere standards so that we don't get confused as to when either things get released or... well... mostly dates, Australia and New Zealand amongst few others speak English, so it's a bit unfair for them. This is something you learn in elementary school, if they don't know it, tough luck, they do now. So yeah, we are not changing the seasons for them to fit the Northern Hemisphere standards. Besides, once the games are released, we'll see the actual dates, so there will be no place for confusion. [[User:Masatoshi|Masatoshi]][[User_talk:Masatoshi|''talk'']] 20:42, 22 April 2012 (UTC)

== Helpful-ish ==

On {{tt|the pages|*can't be bothered to link to them*}} that Umbreon126 noted a couple of sections above, it says something about the 3DS in the bottom right. Not being able to read Japanese, I don't know what it says, but it ''could'' be helpful. Maybe. -- [[User:GoldenCelebi|Golden]][[User talk:GoldenCelebi|Celebi]] 16:04, 30 April 2012 (UTC)
:It just means that the game is compatible with the 3DS. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 16:12, 30 April 2012 (UTC)

== Forest Minccino ==

At about 1:01 in the trailer, the player approaches what seems to be a Minccino in a forest. I don't have Black or White, so I don't know if this is like [[Peeko]] or not. Can somebody help me with this? [[User:Pringles|プリングルズ/品客薯片/ప్రింగిల్స్]] 20:09, 9 May 2012 (UTC)
:That event wasn't in the first BW at all, so we have no idea if it's like Peeko or what. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] 14:18, 10 May 2012 (UTC)

==New Kami trio formes?==

Allegedly, this is the cover of next month's CoroCoro: [http://pokejungle.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/20120511-143126.jpg]

Note the bottom left ;)

[[User:Luigi-San|Luigi-San]] 05:41, 11 May 2012 (UTC)
:We are aware of that scan but it can easily be fake and it has been done a lot of times in the past as well. Besides, there is still some time in the ''actual'' CoroCoro scans to arrive. That is why the optimum choice would be to wait. Also, please do not link to other fansites since they are "not" completely reliable. Thank you, have a nice day ahead. ♫♪ [[User:Adyniz|'''エイデ''']][[User talk:Adyniz|'''ィニズ''']] ♪♫ 06:21, 11 May 2012 (UTC)

== English Release Date ==

On Amazon it says that the release date is December 31, 2012... Should someone add it? Or is it fake? [[User:Pringles|プリングルズ/品客薯片/ప్రింగిల్స్]] 00:28, 12 May 2012 (UTC)
:I'm thinking that is most likely a place holder date so they can accept pre-orders and such. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 00:38, 12 May 2012 (UTC)
::Definitely a placeholder. GameStop stores around me have October 2. --[[User:The Great Butler|The Great Butler]] 00:48, 12 May 2012 (UTC)

== Starters ==

Nope, there's no new starters. They're the same as Black and White, according to a Nintendo website. {{unsigned|AWild------Appeared}}
:[[Talk:Pokémon Black and White Versions 2#Starters|We know.]] -- [[User:GoldenCelebi|Golden]][[User talk:GoldenCelebi|Celebi]] 16:25, 14 May 2012 (UTC)

== New info - please update ==

As seen [http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-black-version-2-and-pokemon-white-version-2/ here] AR Searcher will be released as Pokémon Dream Radar. When Black Kyurem and White Kyurem have the cool glowing lights, it is known as "Overdrive Mode" --[[User:Dorsal Axe|Dorsal Axe]] 14:22, 15 May 2012 (UTC)

== English Boxart ==

Here are the US boxarts for Pokémon Black 2 and White 2. It isn't the greatest quality, but I couldn't find better. [[User:Z1ggyZ00|Z1ggyZ00]] 21:38, 15 May 2012 (UTC)

[[File:Pokemon White 2 Boxart EN.png|200px]]
[[File:Pokemon Black 2 Boxart EN.png|200px]]

I've found some '''much''' bigger versions, which can be seen [http://i.imgur.com/KSbC3.jpg here] and [http://i.imgur.com/gooUp.jpg here]. But they'll need to be cropped before they can be used in the article. --[[User:Dorsal Axe|Dorsal Axe]] 10:07, 16 May 2012 (UTC)

== Minor thing ==

The word "mode" in Overdrive Mode should be capitalised. [http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-black-version-2-and-pokemon-white-version-2/ Proof is in the character art gallery here.] - [[User:Blazios|Blazios]] [[User Talk:Blazios|talk]] 22:22, 15 May 2012 (UTC)

== More Formes? WTF Bianca? ==

Well according to Serebii, there are new "Sacred Beast Formes" for Tornadus, Thunderus, and Landorus, Also with the new Pokemon Black 2 and White 2 animation out, it seems Bianca gives out the Starters in B2W2 and that Cheren is the first Gym Leader. {{unsigned|Alsuke}}
:1. Serebii isn't an official source, so don't bother referencing it here. 2. That name is merely a fan translation. Not official. 3. We already know everything else you just said. Check their articles. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 04:04, 16 May 2012 (UTC)

== World Tournament Info ==

Just think it might be better to revise the current blurb on the World Tournament since it seems like more will be available. At present Sabrina isn't confirmed to be challengable, and the inclusion of Volkner, Lance, Cynthia and Steven opens it up to more regions. Maybe it's just better to say Gym Leaders and other Trainers/Champions from the other regions.
[[User:Clark Griswald|Clark Griswald]] 17:45, 16 May 2012 (UTC)

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==Formes==
It says "Two new formes" but it does not say "of Kyurem." [[User:TorchicBlaziken|TorchicBlaziken]] ([[User_talk:TorchicBlaziken|talk]]•[[Special:Contributions/TorchicBlaziken|edits]]) 02:22, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:We won't know if they are formes of Kyurem until a source confirms it. Right now, it's all speculation.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:26, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
::While it is all speculation they look more like alternate forms of Reshiram and Zekrom instead. [[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen Fennec]] 02:34, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:::[https://twitter.com/#!/Junichi_Masuda/status/173576515219505153 Stated Kyurem here.] But there's debate on whether they're forms or separate Pokémon. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 02:36, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
::::Ah, nice to know then. Wonder if they'll have something to do with Reshiram and Zekrom at all, also looking forward to a bit of change in the overall story plot. [[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen Fennec]] 02:39, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:::::Well, from what it looks like, it seems that it is combining Zekrom/Reshiram with Kyurem. I wonder how they will do that? Item? Special shrine? But about what Jo said above, they will be forms, as it says in [[Kyurem]]s trivia ''"There is placeholder data for an alternate form of Kyurem in Pokémon Black and White".'' --[[User:Rsrdaman|'''×Rsr''']][[User_Talk:Rsrdaman|'''daman×''']] 02:59, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
::::::Actually, if you watch the trailer for the new movie coming out on the Japanese website, it shows Zekrom and Reshiram's powers going into Kyurem. This further confirms that these are Kyurem's alternate formes, and not Zekrom's our Reshiram's. [[User:Mikk317|Mikk317]] 05:10, 6 March 2012 (UTC)
I saw the covers of the games,and the white and black kyurem's on the covers look completely different then normal white kyurem and black kyurem.What gives?--[[User:Supermon|Supermon]] 12:38, 21 March 2012 (UTC)
:There's also two "formes" for Reshiram and Zekrom (lit up and not lit up). They are apparently some "mode" (Formes with forms?). We don't really know much about them yet. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 12:44, 21 March 2012 (UTC)

thanks. i thought that Kyurem had 5 formes or something!--[[User:Supermon|Supermon]] 11:30, 2 April 2012 (UTC)

reshiram and zekrom don't have two forms that is their animation.--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 22:48, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

And in the commercial it shows how kyurem changes from white kyurem without the tubes on the back to the white kyurem on the boxart.--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 23:58, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

== Names of mascots ==

Junichi Masuda has stated on Twitter that the names of the new forms are '''White Kyurem''' and '''Black Kyurem'''. [[User:ZMT123|ZMT123]] 03:32, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

==Interwiki==
Page is blocked, could you add an interwiki link to [[:it:Pokémon Nero e Bianco 2]]?--[[User:Qwilava|Qwilava]] 08:37, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:Added. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 08:38, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

==US website==
Doesn't appear to have been added. [http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-black-version-2-and-pokemon-white-version-2/ It's not much, but it's official.] [[User:GoldenCelebi|GoldenCelebi]] 10:57, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:I am reluctant to add it. It is just a sub-section, unlike [http://www.pokemonblackwhite.com/ this one]. ♫♪ [[User:Adyniz|'''エイデ''']][[User talk:Adyniz|'''ィニズ''']] ♪♫ 11:21, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

== Color's for representation. ==

To avoid confusion with Black and White I think the 2 colors that represent this game on Wiki pages should be a blue and red to match the color on each logo and background for the official site. What do you guys think? [[User:ArchedThunder|ArchedThunder]] 12:41, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:What about if it gets confused instead with the Generation I games Red and Blue? Just pointing out... [[User:Haxorus|'''Hax''']][[User talk:Haxorus|'''or''']][[Special:MyContributions|'''us''']] 12:45, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
::All I have to say is Ruby and Sapphire. Besides they will be a different shade just like Ruby and Sapphire where and they will also be reversed, being Blue and Red instead of Red and Blue.[[User:ArchedThunder|ArchedThunder]] 12:55, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:::Thank you to the person who changed the color.[[User:ArchedThunder|ArchedThunder]] 13:14, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
::::Wait, who changed it back and why?[[User:ArchedThunder|ArchedThunder]] 13:53, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

== Mascots reversed? ==

I just noticed something on [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/4/46/Kyurem_forms.png the new release]. The Kyurem/Zekrom and Kyurem/Reshiram are reversed. On the original B/W, Zekrom was on the white side, and Reshiram on the black side. Its seems its reversed now.--[[User:Rsrdaman|'''×Rsr''']][[User_Talk:Rsrdaman|'''daman×''']] 15:28, 26 February 2012 (UTC)
:Yes they are, but this isn't the right place for that discussion. Please go to the forums with comments/questions of this nature. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 15:44, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

== generation ==

why is it under generation v? is there any offical source to this (even though we know it might be true) -[[User:Pokeant|Pokeant]] 16:37, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

We don't really know if it is Gen V, but the fact that it uses forms of a Gen V Pokemon as its mascot make if all but confirmed. The way it looks, at least for now, is that they decided to ditch the 3rd game idea for this Gen and instead do two full sequels to BW. If they say these are a new gen or we see completely new Pokemon then we can start talking about this being Gen VI, but as it stands I think we should just leave it be.[[User:ArchedThunder|ArchedThunder]] 16:41, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

== Trying to clear up some unconfirmed rumors ==

I suggest a paragraph be added to the article stating something like "There is no confirmation on whether these games are a [[third version]] or not." [[User:Bwburke94|Bwburke94]] 20:26, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

The article doesn't even insinuate that, it says out right that they are second paired versions. 2 games can't be a 3rd version.[[User:ArchedThunder|ArchedThunder]] 22:43, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

:What he trying to mean is, most people think that these games are the '"double" 3rd versions, like Platinum, Emerald and Crystal. But if that's so, you mean these are just the continued part of original B&W? There will be a real "third" version? That's almost impossible. {{unsigned|Acellutor}}

== Classification ==

Well,looks like it can have'''3''' types-Dragon+ice+fire\electric.And can it be a new duo or trio with Kyurem or Part of the tao trio?--Shravs [[User talk:Littleroot leader shravan(ability leader)|(New Bark Gym)]] 05:09, 27 February 2012 (UTC)
:From sources, Kyurem has two new forms, each resemblin to Zekrom and/or Reshiram. So it would still be within the Tao trio. But 3 types is OP, and awkward considering the type advantages/disadvantages. I would say Kyurem would be Ice/Dragon but retaining the power of it's other form. My speculation point, but I would doubt 3 types. [[User:Chocos0|Chocos0]] 06:06, 27 February 2012 (UTC)

==European Autumn 2012 Release Confirmed==
Could someone with the powers to edit this page please add that Nintendo UK have confirmed an Autumn 2012 release for this pair? Source: http://www.officialnintendomagazine.co.uk/35866/pokemon-black-and-white-2-uk-release-date-is-autumn-2012/ [[User:Ryu Shoji|Ryu Shoji]], 10:56, 27 February, 2012 (BST)
:Done. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 11:14, 27 February 2012 (UTC)

== North America release confirmed: Fall 2012 ==

The American release window has been confirmed - see this article: http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2012/02/north_america_gets_pokemon_black_and_white_2_this_fall

I'm unable to add it to the article myself, so can someone who is able to edit it add the date?
[[User:NFreak007|NFreak007]] 14:55, 27 February 2012 (UTC)
:I just found out about this myself and updated [[n:Pokémon Black and White 2 coming to North America and Europe this autumn|the Bulbanews article]]. This page is now fixed too. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 15:01, 27 February 2012 (UTC)

== Redirect sentence regarding the BW002 episode ==

Greetings, I respectfully disagree with the unitalicising of the English title portion, "Enter Iris and Axew". On this site, all episode titles are italicised when put against regular unitalicised text, and the opposite should be done in this case as in other examples elsewhere in life. [[User:Haxorus|'''Hax''']][[User talk:Haxorus|'''or''']][[Special:MyContributions|'''us''']] 15:51, 1 March 2012 (UTC)
:It is already italicized, which is what is used for titles. When it is surrounded by italicized text, it doesn't need to become un-italicized. This is how everything else does it anyway. It is more important to have the title in italics rather than in contrast to regular text. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 03:23, 3 March 2012 (UTC)

== 3ds or ds ==

will this be on 3ds or ds i need to know {{unsigned|Pokefanboy}}

:It'll be on the [[Nintendo DS]], but will be compatible with the [[Nintendo 3DS]]. Yes, the press release was confusing. By the way, it's a good idea to sign your posts with <nowiki>~~~~</nowiki>, which is converted into an automatic link to your userpage. {{unsigned|GoldenCelebi}}
:That article mentions this. Don't mean to sound rude, but this is exactly what this site is for. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 18:05, 1 March 2012 (UTC)

== English artwork ==
Possible to use these artworks? [http://fronttowardsgamer.com/2012/02/27/pokemon-black-and-white-2-announced/ Black & White 2] -- [[User:Chickensdoorknob|ℂℏɨ₡ƙ℮ᵰᵴ∂ⱺ☮яϰŊøɓ]] 23:53, 13 March 2012 (UTC)
:Those look fanmade. They look nothing like the leaked Japanese boxes and they always use the same. --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 00:02, 14 March 2012 (UTC)
::Those aren't fanmade, actually- they're on [http://www.play-asia.com/Pokemon_White_Version_2/paOS-13-71-ba-49-en-70-4lbh.html Playasia] and other pre-order sites. They're only placeholders, though. Official placeholders, but placeholders nonetheless. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] 15:04, 14 March 2012 (UTC)
:::Look at them, they were made in MSPaint. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 15:08, 14 March 2012 (UTC)

== Two official artworks? ==

How come Black Kyurem and White Kyurem have two official artworks? I'm not saying it's a mistake or even a lie, you can easily check that it's true by watching the Flash intro animation of the Japanese website. But that's the issue here: why are there two different yet official artworks for both of Kyurem's new Formes? [[User:Pokemon lover|Sato]][[User talk:Pokemon lover|Mew]] 17:33, 15 March 2012 (UTC)
:There's also two artworks for Reshiram and Zekrom (lit up and not lit up). They are apparently some "mode" (Formes with forms?). We don't really know much about them yet. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 13:36, 17 March 2012 (UTC)

I have the same opinion. The boxart may be some kind of 'mode' as in 'burst mode'or something. The boxart of White Kyurem looks vaguely similar to the art of primal dialga. The pic aforementioned is present in the bulbapedia archive. Please give ur thoughts on this post.[[User:Auraguardian197|Auraguardian197]]

i think it has to do with its ability. the glowing might be from turboblaze ant terravolt to white/black kyurem respectively. -{{u|deoxys80}}
:It's just their Overdrive mode. Reshiram and Zekrom had the ''exact same thing''. [[:a:File:643Reshiram.png|Normal Reshiram]], [[:a:File:643Reshiram-Activated.png|Overdrive Reshiram]]. [[:a:File:644Zekrom.png|Normal Zekrom]], [[:a:File:644Zekrom-Activated.png|Overdrive Zekrom]]. It has nothing to do with abilities, or moves, or formes. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 18:21, 15 April 2012 (UTC)

== Trivia? ==

Would it be relevant and/or noteworthy to add that these games mark the second time the main series Pokémon games have the number 2 in their names, with the first time being the name initially announced for the original Gold and Silver ('''{{tt|ポケットモンスター２金・銀|Poketto Monsutā 2: Kin Gin}}''' ''Pocket Monsters 2: Gold and Silver'')? Even though the 2 was eventually dropped for Gold and Silver, it was still an official yet temporary name. [[User:Pokemon lover|Sato]][[User talk:Pokemon lover|Mew]] 17:49, 15 March 2012 (UTC)
:I'm totally for this. Something like: "These games are the first games in the main series to be released with a "2" in their name, though the Japanese versions of G/S were intended to have tis number in their name but this was dropped before release" ?? As long as there's a nod to the almost-Pkmn 2: G/S thing I think it's a great idea! [[User:Oshawhat?|Oshawhat?]] 09:14, 12 April 2012 (UTC)

== Parameter on the Japanese website URL ==

The URL for the Japanese website does not need the '''?a001=msign''' parameter. Please remove it. [[User:Pokemon lover|Sato]][[User talk:Pokemon lover|Mew]] 22:25, 15 March 2012 (UTC)

== Second set of direct sequels? ==

Aren't Black 2 and White 2 the second set of direct sequels in the main series? Gold and Silver are direct sequels to Red and Green (likewise, HeartGold and SoulSilver are direct sequels to FireRed and LeafGreen). The only difference is that they're from separate generations, since for all we know, Black 2 and White 2 are Generation V games like Black and White. If so, shouldn't this be mentioned in the article? [[User:Pokemon lover|Sato]][[User talk:Pokemon lover|Mew]] 22:31, 15 March 2012 (UTC)
:Considering that it hasn't even really been confirmed that these are sequels, I'd say no. Wait until we know for sure at least. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] 00:11, 16 March 2012 (UTC)
::Don't worry, I'll wait. I can't edit the article anyway. I was just pointing out this so it can be taken in consideration when we have full details about the games. [[User:Pokemon lover|Sato]][[User talk:Pokemon lover|Mew]] 13:56, 16 March 2012 (UTC)

==No info?==

Ummmm... The games are available for preorder. Shouldn't there be info on the storyline and stuff? it's-a me, [[User:Slowbro|anonymous]]
:One would think there would be more info by now, but the reason is simply because no more info has been released. When more info is released it will be added to the article. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 22:50, 2 April 2012 (UTC)
::We will be getting lots of info next [[Pokémon Smash!]] (they said they would be revealing B2W2 info on that episode). --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 11:14, 3 April 2012 (UTC)

==Beta==

This could turn into beta. Any official source confirming that people are making this game? The above [[Special:Contributions/Wildgoose|comment]] is [[User talk: Wildgoose|supported]] by [[User:Wildgoose|Wildgoose]]. 00:57, 9 April 2012 (UTC)
:Go to the article and scroll to the bottom. There is a list of sources there. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 01:09, 9 April 2012 (UTC)

== Australian Release Date ==

In the infobox, it lists the Australian release as Spring 2012. At first this really confused me as I thought only Japan got it this Spring. Because of the different seasons in the Northern and Southern hemisphere, and because a lot of Bulbapedia's users come from the Northern Hemisphere, could we add a tooltip to make it {{tt|Spring 2012|Northern Hemisphere Fall/Autumn}}. I think this would help a lot of people who came to the site. [[User:MajesticRayquaza|''Majestic'']][[User talk:MajesticRayquaza|'''Rayquaza''']] 09:08, 9 April 2012 (UTC)
:I don't think so. The seasons will become irrelevant once we get an actual date, and the only people who should really be concerned with the release date are the people it applies to (i.e. Oceanians.) Plus it might seem unfair. If we put a note for the Northerners that South Spring = North Autumn, then we should do the same for Southerners that North Autumn = South Spring. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 09:16, 9 April 2012 (UTC)

== Amazon release date ==

Not sure if this means anything but I just saw that Amazon (through the official Nintendo seller) has the two versions up for pre-order with a release date of December 31, 2012 (I'm not sure if that's their generic date for an unknown release or the actual date though). [[User:OnixPachirisu|OnixPachirisu]] 18:52, 9 April 2012 (UTC)
:It's just a placeholder so they can take pre-orders. Nintendo already announced a fall (Sept-Nov) release. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 18:57, 9 April 2012 (UTC)

== More Release Date info ==

Per Play-Asia, the Japanese Version's release date is June 23rd, and the US release will be in October: http://www.play-asia.com/paOScore/19-71-8s-49-en-15-Pokemon-43-8s-18-2.html

[[User:Luigi-San|Luigi-San]] 03:09, 12 April 2012 (UTC)
:Well the Japanese release date is true. October does fit for the US, though is Play-asia a good source for information on the US release date? In any case, we'll probably find out about the US release date in a few months. Maybe E3? [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] 17:38, 13 April 2012 (UTC)
::It's been known for like [https://twitter.com/#!/bulbanews/status/179568320293511168 a month now]. Play-Asia is a decent source but I would still prefer to wait for an official source to confirm it, just for precautionary measures. ♫♪ [[User:Adyniz|'''エイデ''']][[User talk:Adyniz|'''ィニズ''']] ♪♫ 17:46, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

== Update ==
Page needs to be updated with new Coro Coro information. [[User:Dragonace|Dragonace]] 06:58, 12 April 2012 (UTC)
:Not yet.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 07:24, 12 April 2012 (UTC)

== Ice cover ==

I don't think the article should say that Unova is engulfed in ice because it says in the Bulbanews article that it is unconfirmed whether that is actually part of the region or it is just there to cover up areas that haven't been revealed yet. [[User:PkmnChmp5|PkmnChmp5]] 23:38, 12 April 2012 (UTC)
:I agree too. There seems to be a confusion. [[User:Han Ji-Wan|Han Ji-Wan]] 23:47, 12 April 2012 (UTC)
From a talk page it says that CoroCoro confirmed the ice is only to cover upcoming stuff--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 17:12, 13 April 2012 (UTC)
:::According to {{u|Umeko}}'s Nihongo-fu: ''What Corocoro says in reference to the ice is essentially "What in the world is with the map freezing over? Has something strange happened?!"'' [[User:Masatoshi|Masatoshi]][[User_talk:Masatoshi|''talk'']] 17:26, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

what is a Umeko's Nihongo-fu?--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 20:59, 13 April 2012 (UTC)
* Umeko is a person, and "Nihongo" is the Japanese word for "Japanese". It's an attempt by Umeko at translating it from Japanese. [[User:Rickie-d|Rickie-d]] 01:19, 19 April 2012 (UTC)

i think that it is just covering new areas otherwise there would be no Pokemon league [[User:Ultinuc|Ultinuc]] 01:28, 12 May 2012 (UTC)

== Towns ==

I am 99.9% certain that there are 3 towns in Southwest Unova, not 2. [[User:Han Ji-Wan|Han Ji-Wan]] 03:15, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

It says at least 2 towns.--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 20:58, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

I see three towns but the one below Driftveil City could also be something similar to Cold Storage. [[User:Ariano|Ariano]] 08:19, 14 April 2012 (UTC)

=="2"==
I think that Black ＆ White 2 is a reference to this version taking place 2 years after Black ＆ White. [[User:Ethan12|Ethan12]] 14:18, 14 April 2012 (UTC)

== Images ==

I don't know if I'm doing this right, but... maybe these images can be used in the article?

<gallery>
File:B2W2 Prerelease theater.png|The theater?
File:B2W2 Prerelease VS Rival.png|The male player character and the rival's VS sprites
File:B2W2 Prerelease field.png|The player character meeting the rival
File:B2W2 Prerelease Akuroma.png|Akuroma...
File:B2W2 Prerelease Castelia Central Plaza.png|The player meets Akuroma in Castelia
File:B2W2 Prerelease floating town.png|The player meets Shizui
File:B2W2 Prerelease blocked road.png|The player and Akuroma in an unknown location
File:B2W2 Prerelease Homika Gym.png|Homika's gym
File:B2W2 Prerelease beach town Gym.png|Possibly outside Shizui's gym
File:B2W2 Prerelease beach cave.png|The player character, the rival and Shizui in a beach, near to the entrance of a cave
</gallery>

--[[User:PenblooeR|PenblooeR]] 19:56, 14 April 2012 (UTC)
That depends.did you get these pictures from a reliable source? [[User:Pokabu218|Pokabu218]] 14:56, 18 April 2012 (UTC)

[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/b2w2/characters/ I think so.] --[[User:PenblooeR|PenblooeR]] 15:50, 18 April 2012 (UTC)

It looks like the official Japanese black2 and white2 so I would say those pictures are valid but I'm not sure so I would ask help from another editor.

[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/b2w2/characters/ They're from the japanese Pokémon website.] What do you think? --[[User:PenblooeR|PenblooeR]] 19:45, 18 April 2012 (UTC)

== Starters ==

Are the starters for black and white 2 tepig oshawott and snivy because pokemon smash shows it.--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 01:59, 15 April 2012 (UTC)
:Obviously. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 02:12, 15 April 2012 (UTC)

==battle animations?==

I guess constant battle animations are confirmed, due to the trailer? [[User:Pringles|Pringles]] 02:56, 17 April 2012 (UTC)
The Trainers seem to be animated too. ''Drakko'' 11:00, 29 April 2012 (UTC)

== English Cover ==

The english Cover is revealed: http://www.wog.ch/nas/cover_large/ds/ds_pokemonblack2.jpg --[[User:Altruis|Altruis]] 18:24, 17 April 2012 (UTC)
:Can you please provide the source of the picture? [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 18:27, 17 April 2012 (UTC)

Yes: http://www.wog.ch/index.cfm/details/product/28172-Pokemon-Schwarze-Edition-2 and http://www.softridge.ch/c1-/p4880/pokemon-schwarze-edition-2.html --[[User:Altruis|Altruis]] 18:29, 17 April 2012 (UTC)
:IMO it looks like placeholder boxart, because it doesn't match the Japanese artwork (which is usually does). There is also a watermark in the image. I would wait for a more official source to confirm it. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 18:40, 17 April 2012 (UTC)
I agree also because it is rating pending by ESRB but it shows a rating in the bottom right corner [[User:Pokabu218|Pokabu218]] 14:37, 18 April 2012 (UTC)
:That's not an ESRB rating. It's PEGI. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 16:13, 18 April 2012 (UTC)
Your right. I noticed that after I made the comment but did not have the time to fix it. [[User:Pokabu218|Pokabu218]] 17:44, 18 April 2012 (UTC)

== Unova Ice unconfirmed. ==

(Yeah, I know somebody already posted something like this...)
I don't think we should say that Unova is engulfed in ice, unless that is specifically confirmed. Maybe the ice is just there to cover up the other changes of Unova just for now, and I think if that much of Unova was covered in ice, there would only be like, three gyms. I think we should remove the part saying that part of Unova is covered in ice, because that is just speculation from the art, we have no proof that this is confirmed. [[User:Zarthga|Zarthga]] 07:23, 20 April 2012 (UTC)
:"I think if that much of Unova was covered in ice, there would only be like, three gyms." Castelia, Nimbasa, Driftveil, Mistralton and Opelucid aren't covered in ice. And there will be two new leaders, Shizui and Homika, totalizing seven citites with gyms that aren't covered in ice. Maybe the Icirrus gym will be still active, as it's an Ice-type gym... --[[User:PenblooeR|PenblooeR]] 15:50, 20 April 2012 (UTC)
::God, there are still people who believe that they really destroyed half of Unova? God... --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 17:39, 20 April 2012 (UTC)
:::"The Unova region ''appears'' to have changed greatly." (From the article; italics mine.) It does actually imply that it's inferred from the map, although I agree it's a little ambiguous. -- [[User:GoldenCelebi|Golden]][[User talk:GoldenCelebi|Celebi]] 17:50, 20 April 2012 (UTC)
::::Guys, this is turning into a speculation discussion. Unless you have undeniable proof one way or the other, please take this to the forums and stop the discussion here. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 18:23, 20 April 2012 (UTC)
:::::Can I at least change it to say: "In this time, the Unova region appears to have changed greatly, being engulfed by a large amount of ice coming from the north east'', however, it was never confirmed that the this is true, as the ice may not actually exist, and was put on the Unova map to prevent too many spoilers.''" ? [[User:Zarthga|Zarthga]] 00:23, 21 April 2012 (UTC)
::::::No. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 00:27, 21 April 2012 (UTC)
::::::: As it stands, the article reads as though Unova actually being engulfed in actual ice rather than just the map is a confirmed thing, which it isn't. Couldn't we reword that bit somehow so it doesn't sound like we know for sure? Actually, maybe it should just not be mentioned at all until we know what we're talking about. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] 02:08, 21 April 2012 (UTC)
:::::::: ''In this time, the Unova region '''appears''' to have changed greatly, being engulfed by a large amount of ice coming from the north east'', the appears part signals the unconfirmed factor. The article is fine as is. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 02:13, 21 April 2012 (UTC)
It looks like it's confirmed: it says on the Japanese official site that the ice was caused two years after Black & White involving an 'accident' in the rural areas. ''Drakko'' 10:59, 29 April 2012 (UTC)
:It doesn't say it is actually covered in ice, simply that there was an accident in the rural areas. We will withhold adding that it is confirmed until we get undeniable proof either way. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 09:33, 30 April 2012 (UTC)

== Pictures ==

Can this pic be used?

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File:RivalBW2.png|rival from opening.
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== Characters and Pokedex additions? ==

1) Already been mentions on this page, [http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/b2w2/characters/ BW Characters]. Menu bar on left, if it wasn't obvious.

2) [http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/b2w2/pokemon/pokemon01.html Pokedex with additional Pokemon] (?) <s>the pokedex looks pretty epic</s>

These should be added to the page somewhere; it's from the Japanese webpage. EDIT: By that I mean more better description of these on the article

[[User:Umbreon126|Umbreon126]] 04:03, 21 April 2012 (UTC)

:Until everything is revealed, then we add it.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 04:10, 21 April 2012 (UTC)

== Spring 2012 ==

Australia are getting these games before Japan? An Admin needs to change this[[User:05308|Diamond]] [[Lanturn (Pokémon)|Lanturn]] [[User talk:05308|CodeName: 05308]]
:Spring in Northern Hemisphere = Autumn in Southern Hemisphere. This has been explained multiple times, and should be common knowledge. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 19:33, 22 April 2012 (UTC)
::Yes it should be. I could care less either way, but it should be put up so we can stop getting these questions. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 19:55, 22 April 2012 (UTC)
:::Your message doesn't make sense. We don't need to put up any sort of notes and disclaimers because people should already know the season differences the hemispheres have. Do we need to explain why the sky is blue in the anime? Not only that, but it is rude to our readers in the Southern Hemisphere. We don't put any sort of disclaimers that Autumn in the Northern Hemisphere means their Spring. They already know the difference. I'm not going to alter the information just because of someone else's ignorance. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 20:02, 22 April 2012 (UTC)
::::How does it not make sense. It should and is common knowledge, but multiple people obviously don't get the difference. It's a waste to continually have this page cluttered with this issue. This is the third time (IIRC) this question has been asked on this page, the forums see it multiple times as well. It's annoying to see this question asked numerous times every week. Putting something up would stop people from asking about this and stop all the useless posts on this. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 20:39, 22 April 2012 (UTC)
:::::<nowiki>*</nowiki>bobs his head out of the shadows* Hi, I'm from the far lands, also known as the Southern Hemisphere. Things in here, despite what they might seem like, are the opposite to the Northern Hemisphere (at least in the weather department, no, food doesn't eat people here -that's only in Rand McNally-). Stuff such as S. H. related articles and release dates for this side of the world are kept in the Southern Hemisphere standards so that we don't get confused as to when either things get released or... well... mostly dates, Australia and New Zealand amongst few others speak English, so it's a bit unfair for them. This is something you learn in elementary school, if they don't know it, tough luck, they do now. So yeah, we are not changing the seasons for them to fit the Northern Hemisphere standards. Besides, once the games are released, we'll see the actual dates, so there will be no place for confusion. [[User:Masatoshi|Masatoshi]][[User_talk:Masatoshi|''talk'']] 20:42, 22 April 2012 (UTC)

== Helpful-ish ==

On {{tt|the pages|*can't be bothered to link to them*}} that Umbreon126 noted a couple of sections above, it says something about the 3DS in the bottom right. Not being able to read Japanese, I don't know what it says, but it ''could'' be helpful. Maybe. -- [[User:GoldenCelebi|Golden]][[User talk:GoldenCelebi|Celebi]] 16:04, 30 April 2012 (UTC)
:It just means that the game is compatible with the 3DS. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 16:12, 30 April 2012 (UTC)

== Forest Minccino ==

At about 1:01 in the trailer, the player approaches what seems to be a Minccino in a forest. I don't have Black or White, so I don't know if this is like [[Peeko]] or not. Can somebody help me with this? [[User:Pringles|プリングルズ/品客薯片/ప్రింగిల్స్]] 20:09, 9 May 2012 (UTC)
:That event wasn't in the first BW at all, so we have no idea if it's like Peeko or what. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] 14:18, 10 May 2012 (UTC)

==New Kami trio formes?==

Allegedly, this is the cover of next month's CoroCoro: [http://pokejungle.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/20120511-143126.jpg]

Note the bottom left ;)

[[User:Luigi-San|Luigi-San]] 05:41, 11 May 2012 (UTC)
:We are aware of that scan but it can easily be fake and it has been done a lot of times in the past as well. Besides, there is still some time in the ''actual'' CoroCoro scans to arrive. That is why the optimum choice would be to wait. Also, please do not link to other fansites since they are "not" completely reliable. Thank you, have a nice day ahead. ♫♪ [[User:Adyniz|'''エイデ''']][[User talk:Adyniz|'''ィニズ''']] ♪♫ 06:21, 11 May 2012 (UTC)

== English Release Date ==

On Amazon it says that the release date is December 31, 2012... Should someone add it? Or is it fake? [[User:Pringles|プリングルズ/品客薯片/ప్రింగిల్స్]] 00:28, 12 May 2012 (UTC)
:I'm thinking that is most likely a place holder date so they can accept pre-orders and such. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 00:38, 12 May 2012 (UTC)
::Definitely a placeholder. GameStop stores around me have October 2. --[[User:The Great Butler|The Great Butler]] 00:48, 12 May 2012 (UTC)

== Starters ==

Nope, there's no new starters. They're the same as Black and White, according to a Nintendo website. {{unsigned|AWild------Appeared}}
:[[Talk:Pokémon Black and White Versions 2#Starters|We know.]] -- [[User:GoldenCelebi|Golden]][[User talk:GoldenCelebi|Celebi]] 16:25, 14 May 2012 (UTC)

== New info - please update ==

As seen [http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-black-version-2-and-pokemon-white-version-2/ here] AR Searcher will be released as Pokémon Dream Radar. When Black Kyurem and White Kyurem have the cool glowing lights, it is known as "Overdrive Mode" --[[User:Dorsal Axe|Dorsal Axe]] 14:22, 15 May 2012 (UTC)

== English Boxart ==

Here are the US boxarts for Pokémon Black 2 and White 2. It isn't the greatest quality, but I couldn't find better. [[User:Z1ggyZ00|Z1ggyZ00]] 21:38, 15 May 2012 (UTC)

[[File:Pokemon White 2 Boxart EN.png|200px]]
[[File:Pokemon Black 2 Boxart EN.png|200px]]

I've found some '''much''' bigger versions, which can be seen [http://i.imgur.com/KSbC3.jpg here] and [http://i.imgur.com/gooUp.jpg here]. But they'll need to be cropped before they can be used in the article. --[[User:Dorsal Axe|Dorsal Axe]] 10:07, 16 May 2012 (UTC)

== Minor thing ==

The word "mode" in Overdrive Mode should be capitalised. [http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-black-version-2-and-pokemon-white-version-2/ Proof is in the character art gallery here.] - [[User:Blazios|Blazios]] [[User Talk:Blazios|talk]] 22:22, 15 May 2012 (UTC)

== More Formes? WTF Bianca? ==

Well according to Serebii, there are new "Sacred Beast Formes" for Tornadus, Thunderus, and Landorus, Also with the new Pokemon Black 2 and White 2 animation out, it seems Bianca gives out the Starters in B2W2 and that Cheren is the first Gym Leader. {{unsigned|Alsuke}}
:1. Serebii isn't an official source, so don't bother referencing it here. 2. That name is merely a fan translation. Not official. 3. We already know everything else you just said. Check their articles. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 04:04, 16 May 2012 (UTC)

== World Tournament Info ==

Just think it might be better to revise the current blurb on the World Tournament since it seems like more will be available. At present Sabrina isn't confirmed to be challengable, and the inclusion of Volkner, Lance, Cynthia and Steven opens it up to more regions. Maybe it's just better to say Gym Leaders and other Trainers/Champions from the other regions.

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2012-04-14T13:48:18Z

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== Eevee brothers ==

Mikey is actually an eevee brother because at the end of the episode one of them say to him they are truely the eevee brothers. {{unsigned|Yoster10}}
:I know. But he also has his own page [[Mikey|here]] while his brothers only share a [[Eevee brothers|collective page]]. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 23:09, 7 January 2012 (UTC)
Ok then fair enough, but dont you think he should be on the page. {{unsigned|Yoster10}}
:Mikey is mentioned on the page, but it also links to his main article. It's like when a Pokémon has an article. We link to their article, not to their table on their trainer's page. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 23:21, 7 January 2012 (UTC)
This is a bit of a wierd question and you will probably say no but do you have any legendaries you are willing to trade for non-legendaries because on monday i am getting the final Pokémon i need to obtain all non-legendaries so i need just 8 legendaries left which are: [[Mew]], [[Celebi]], [[Jirachi]], [[Deoxys]], [[Darkrai]], [[Keldeo]], [[Meloetta]] and [[Genesect]]. {{unsigned|Yoster10}}
:I don't own a Keldeo, Meloette, or Genesect, and I'm not interested in trading any of my others. Plus I've had issues with wi-fi lately. Sorry. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 01:21, 8 January 2012 (UTC)
It's ok i was just wondering. [[User:Yoster10|Yoster10]] 13:11, 8 January 2012 (UTC)

== Orange Islands Who's That Pokemon? ==
Do you also need me to obtain the images for the English Who's That Pokemon? from the Orange Islands saga? Since I also have that whole box set as well. I am almost done with the Pokemon Master Quest, since I am going to work on the second box set today. --[[User:Lady Ariel|Lady Ariel]] 17:59, 8 January 2012 (UTC)
:Sure, that'd be fine. [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=File:WTP_EP026.png&action=edit Just be sure to use this for the summary] when you upload (and of course change everything accordingly). Thanks again for all your help. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 18:05, 8 January 2012 (UTC)

== User Page ==

On your user page it shows Pokémon in circles at the top how could i do that please if it is ok for me to do. [[User:Yoster10|Yoster10]] 18:33, 8 January 2012 (UTC)
:You can use it as a base, but try to add your own unique twist to it. Here's a base code with nothing in it:

<pre>{| width="64px" height="64px" align="center" style="{{roundy|80px}}; border: 5px solid #000000; background: #FFFFFF;"
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[[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 18:39, 8 January 2012 (UTC)

Cheers. [[User:Yoster10|Yoster10]] 18:42, 8 January 2012 (UTC)
I tried to put in a picture and i put down smaller sizes but when i added the picture this happened.

{| width="64px" height="64px" align="center" style="{{roundy|80px}}; border: 5px solid #000000; background: #FFFFFF;"
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Do you know how i can make it smaller and take off the rectangles at the bottom and top. [[User:Yoster10|Yoster10]] 19:14, 8 January 2012 (UTC)
:Those rectangles are your border. I've made the image smaller for you. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 19:26, 8 January 2012 (UTC)
What about the extra space at the bottom can that be taken off by any chance. [[User:Yoster10|Yoster10]] 19:34, 8 January 2012 (UTC)
:Did you only want one circle? I was under the impression you wanted the whole circle with four Pokémon. In that case, I've edited the code accordingly. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 19:40, 8 January 2012 (UTC)
Thank you for that you are a big help. [[User:Yoster10|Yoster10]] 19:45, 8 January 2012 (UTC)

== Watchlist. ==

When i go onto my watchlist i see numbers such as (+249) and (-59), what does this mean? [[User:Yoster10|Yoster10]] 21:19, 9 January 2012 (UTC)
:That's the number of {{wp|Byte|bytes}} have been added/removed in the edit. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 21:21, 9 January 2012 (UTC)
Ok, thank you. [[User:Yoster10|Yoster10]] 21:22, 9 January 2012 (UTC)

== Whoops ==

I somehow managed to put a welcome template on a {{u|Rozi|user's page}} instead of their talk page. Since you're an admin, would you mind fixing it for me? --[[User:Darth Zekrom|'''Darth''']] [[User talk:Darth Zekrom|'''Zekrom''']] 02:03, 14 January 2012 (UTC)
:All fixed. Have a nice evening.[[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 02:45, 14 January 2012 (UTC)

== Template: MftE ==

Just a minor thing: Trom didn't change his Haunter to a Winter Sawsbuck in the permitted editors list on the page...--[[User:SandmanDP|SandmanDP]] 02:34, 15 January 2012 (UTC)
:That's because he only did it so it'd match the winter-themed main page back during December. He's still represented by a Haunter. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 02:37, 15 January 2012 (UTC)
::Oops, my mistake. I forgot how long it's been since it was updated...--[[User:SandmanDP|SandmanDP]] 02:45, 15 January 2012 (UTC)

== Spellcheck ==

Just letting you know, because of my less than good spelling, I've given others permission to fix them [[User:05308|Diamond]] [[Lanturn (Pokémon)|Lanturn]] [[User talk:05308|CodeName: 05308]] 09:37, 15 January 2012 (UTC)

== Page. ==

There was no content on the page because i was creating it, could you please undo your deletion please. if you cannot i will just recreate it and add the content. [[User:Yoster10|Yoster10]] 19:07, 15 January 2012 (UTC)

Do not threaten an administrator. By the way, the page was previously here [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Mini-Dit&diff=prev&oldid=534358] but was redirected over three years ago--[[User:SandmanDP|SandmanDP]] 19:11, 15 January 2012 (UTC)
:@Yoster: I won't restore it, and if you make it again, I will protect it from creation. If you look at [[Duplica]]'s page, we can see that Mini-Dit barely has any content in its table. I think that's a tell-tale sign that it's simply not notable enough for its own page. The next time you start an article, give it more substance. Pages with just the infobox and opening sentence will be deleted.
:@Sandman: Please don't butt into a conversation you're not a part of, or respond for me. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 19:14, 15 January 2012 (UTC)
::Other users do it all the time on behalf of the intended user. I was only trying to help. . PS you may wanna protect this too[http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Mini-Dit&redirect=no]--[[User:SandmanDP|SandmanDP]] 19:18, 15 January 2012 (UTC)
I was not being threatening, if you are reffering to where i said 'i will just recreate it and add the content.' i meant that if you are unable to undo the deletion then i would not mind recreating. If i was being threatening then i would of said "if you do not undo your deletion then i will recreate it". I looked at that link and what i already done (including what you did not see) looked better so i suggest that you allow me to be able to do mine instead of that please.[[User:Yoster10|Yoster10]] 19:19, 15 January 2012 (UTC)
:It was still said threateningly. Just because you meant it that way doesn't mean the original connotation changed back to your intention--[[User:SandmanDP|SandmanDP]] 19:24, 15 January 2012 (UTC)
Ok then i phrased it wrong, but that does not mean i am threatening him. [[User:Yoster10|Yoster10]] 19:26, 15 January 2012 (UTC)
:@Sandman: That's the user's decision, but if it's on a staff member's page, leave it to the staff member to respond.
:@Yoster10: When users use all capital letters, it is seen as shouting, and in turn makes it sound rude. I'll leave it to the {{u|Kenji-girl|anime head}} to decide if it's notable or not. But considering it doesn't meet the {{bp|Notability requirements/Anime Pokémon|notablility requirements}}, I doubt it will be made into a page. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 19:29, 15 January 2012 (UTC)
::Mini-Dit actually had a page at one point, but it was deemed unnotable and redirected in November 2008. -- '''[[User:MAGNEDETH|MAG]][[Special:Contributions/MAGNEDETH|NE]][[User talk:MAGNEDETH|DETH]]''' 19:32, 15 January 2012 (UTC)
I did not use all capital letters anywhere, i only use capital letters when i am starting a new sentence or writing a name or any other reason because that is proper-English-grammer.{{unsigned|Yoster10}}
:While that may be true, you basically said "If you don't do what I want I will defy you using alternative methods no matter what you say". That's pretty threatening--[[User:SandmanDP|SandmanDP]] 19:55, 15 January 2012 (UTC)
::@Yoster10: [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=User_talk:Jo_The_Marten&diff=prev&oldid=1586091 Case in point.]
::@Sandman: Sandman, please, this is my talk page. I would really appreciate it if you'd leave the conversation. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 20:01, 15 January 2012 (UTC)
I never said that in any sort, what i basically said was "if you cannot undo it then i do not mind recreating it." Please just look at what i said carefully because i think you and Jo The Marten have looked at what i said in the wrong way and jumped to conclusion. [[User:Yoster10|Yoster10]] 20:01, 15 January 2012 (UTC)
:Since you're now in a state of infuriating denial, I will follow Jo's orders and leave this to her--[[User:SandmanDP|SandmanDP]] 20:05, 15 January 2012 (UTC)
@Jo The Marten i looked at the link you put and i do not recall putting that in capital letters, if i did then that means i accentually done that because usually when i type the letter 'a' i accentually click the 'Cap Lock' button. [[User:Yoster10|Yoster10]] 20:07, 15 January 2012 (UTC)

@SandmanDP i am not in denial i am just stubborn. [[User:Yoster10|Yoster10]] 20:09, 15 January 2012 (UTC)
:Fair enough. You changed it, so it seemed you were aware of it at the time. But yeah, it comes down to: Mini-Dit isn't getting a page. Next time, check the notability requirements, and if you're still not sure, ask Kenji-girl. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 20:11, 15 January 2012 (UTC)
Ok then i shall end it then, i think i was drawing a blank then because i really do not remember doing capitals but seeing you have the evidence i will leave you alone then. Sorry for the trouble i have caused you. [[User:Yoster10|Yoster10]] 20:13, 15 January 2012 (UTC)

== General Pokemon B/W Question ==
Do Pokemon B/W games, or any other Pokemon games reset on their own once you have a certain number of hours on a game? I've heard that the maximum time that can be set in a saved file is 999:57. What happens when my game reaches that - does the time just reset, or will my saved game delete itself? [[User:Judgement|Judgement]] 01:43, 17 January 2012 (UTC)
:Nope. A few of my games have reached 999:59 and the time just stops. But it doesn't affect the gameplay at all.[[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 02:04, 17 January 2012 (UTC)
Thank you [[User:Judgement|Judgement]] 20:36, 17 January 2012 (UTC)

==i'm confused==
Hi, I just made my Bulbapedia account, and I went to my homepage and it says you deleted my account. Could you tell me if you did and if so, why?
[[User:Chandelure1166|Carson]] 07:28, 23 January 2012 (UTC)
:I didn't delete your account. {{u|Crystal Talian}} accidentally put a welcome template on your userpage instead of your talkpage, and so I deleted your userpage after she fixed her mistake. You should still be able to create your page once you've done some work around the site, so it's not a big deal. You're not in any trouble or anything. Also, your signature should reflect your username in some way so people can immediately tell who they're talking to. For more info see the {{bp|Signature policy}}. Have a nice day. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 07:33, 23 January 2012 (UTC)
:Okay thanks!
[[User:Chandelure1166|Chandelure1166]] 08:35, 23 January 2012 (UTC)

== Curiosity Question ==

Hello. I wan to ask something. Can a regular user (like me) greet a "newcomer"? (sorry I forgot the correct term) If I can, may I?

P.S. if I posted it in the "wrong place", I'll give my apologies (I'm not used with "sophisticated" talkpages like yours :) I say its cool. :) )

--[[User:Harv13|This is Harv13]] 10:34, 26 January 2012 (UTC)
:We prefer that people who welcome new users are constructive users that have been around for a while, since it's likely the new user will go to whoever welcomed them for help and advice. But you fit that category well enough, so I don't see any reason why you can't welcome new users. Go right ahead. Just put <nowiki>{{subst:welcome}}</nowiki> on a new user's talk, or click on it in the toolbar below, and it'll come up with the welcome message. Though just so it's put on the table, if there's someone that registered a while ago, and they haven't been welcomed, make sure they weren't blocked for some reason. We don't welcome users that are blocked indefinitely. Also, I'll answer just about any general question to the best of my abilities, as will the rest of the admins (Junior, regular, senior). There's no need to feel intimidated. With all that in mind, have fun welcoming the new users. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 10:43, 26 January 2012 (UTC)

:: Ah, I see. Thanks for the answer. I'll try to do it once. (when there's one to welcome to. But maybe a little bit later.)
--[[User:Harv13|This is Harv13]] 10:49, 26 January 2012 (UTC)

== Black Tyranitar ==

Can I ask why you [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Black_Tyranitar&diff=1592129&oldid=1577060 altered the edit summary for this]? There wasnt any sort of copyright infringement involved. [[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']][[Latios (Pokémon)| Δ ]] 01:12, 27 January 2012 (UTC)
:We're not supposed to link to Serebii or any other unreliable, or unofficial site as reference. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 01:20, 27 January 2012 (UTC)

==HEY!==
Not that you can capture tornadus pre-ending. Somebody did it. Of course you don't know cause you have completed the game.--My r6g4rdz, [[User:Mr-ex777|TEH GIGA-UBER-1337-HAX0R(Mr-ex777)]] 09:50, 27 January 2012 (UTC)
:Would you mind showing some form of proof? [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 09:55, 27 January 2012 (UTC)
::Never mind, I checked the official source. It says nothing about the pair being post-ending whereas it labels everything else that is post-ending. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 10:02, 27 January 2012 (UTC)

== Mrwhatever ==
has performed several vandalism-type edits, has not defended himself, and has not discussed his POVs on talk pages. He needs a block longer than 3 months.--[[User:Muk-a-matic|Muk-a-matic-Maketh the Muk go round...]] 09:05, 29 January 2012 (UTC)
:I wouldn't necessarily call his edits "vandal-like" from what I've seen. (Unless I'm missing something.) They just seem misguided, and while they should state their reasonings, I don't think it warrants a three month+ block. Help to drive them in the right direction, and if they disregard these advises, then we can think about a short block. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 09:14, 29 January 2012 (UTC)

== Kyurem EX ND 96 ==

Okay to replace the current photo with the english FA?

[[User:Bluefinancier|Bluefinancier]] 14:32, 29 January 2012 (UTC)bluefinancier
:You need to upload over the old file instead of simply uploading it as if it's a different file. You have to keep the naming standard for TCG card files. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 20:48, 29 January 2012 (UTC)

== AG068 ==

I wrote in AG068 "For the first time in the [[Pokemon_anime|Pokemon anime]], battle is lost due to trainer was unable to fight", you removed this addition.

And in which episode was it? I mean that the trainer is unable to battle, but does not refuse to continue it.
[[User:Rootaria|Rootaria]] 15:54, 5 February 2012 (UTC)
:I'd say in [[EP001]]; Pikachu is incapacitated by the Spearow, leaving Ash with no more Pokémon to use. If not that, then maybe one of the early Team Rocket battles (before they started blasting off), any of the gym battles Ash (or anyone else) lost, or even the Leagues. Needless to say, battles losing by running out of usable Pokémon are fairly common place material. I don't think we should really point it out, anyway. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 16:01, 5 February 2012 (UTC)

It's usual situation when the trainer has left no Pokemon and so couldn't continue the battle.
In AG068 Ash was hit by Ember and fell into a swoon although his Pokemon (Taillow) was '''not''' hurt. That's why he lose the battle with May and this situation is unusual. What do you think about it?

[[User:Rootaria|Rootaria]] 16:42, 6 February 2012 (UTC)

== Android Question ==

Well, as I've been looking around, I haven't been able to find any kind of android app based on the fantastic content on this site. I was wonder, is there an app in development? And if there is, is there any way I might be able to assist with the process? If not, I would be more than happy to volunteer to develop such an app. --[[User:Lord Pent|Lord Pent]] 20:30, 5 February 2012 (UTC)
:No, I do not believe anyone is making an app for Bulbapedia. If I recall, I think it would be illegal since no one here owns Pokémon? But I could be wrong. If you like, [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f195/suggestions-ideas-problems-39604/ bring it up here] and see what someone else says. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 20:38, 5 February 2012 (UTC)
::We were looking into working with the creators of one of the Pokedex apps to create one when Nintendo issued cease and desist notices to the creators of all Pokedex/similar apps. Basically, Nintendo has made their stance clear - they draw the line between fansites and apps. Thus there will not be a Bulbapedia app created for either android or ipod/iphone in the near future. [[User:Werdnae|Werdnae]] [[User talk:Werdnae|(talk)]] 07:40, 6 February 2012 (UTC)

==Rarity==
its not unkown that is why im changing it to rare because i can find 5 in 5 min - {{unsigned|Pokemonlover91}}

== Nimbasa City ==

Um can I please know why you erased the photo I put? {{unsigned|MaidensGhost}}
:Because cities featured in the main series must have an in-game screenshot in their infobox. Anime screenshots belong in the "In the anime" section. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 02:25, 8 February 2012 (UTC)

Ok thanks for explaining. ([[User:MaidensGhost|ღMaidensGhostღ]] 04:24, 8 February 2012 (UTC))

== How did it happen! ==

Hi! I'm new to bulbapedia.I recently expanded an article using another article's info and it got deleted.Was I doing something wrong or is someone playing a prank on me?

--[[User:Littleroot leader shravan(ability leader)|Shravs]] 13:13, 8 February 2012 (UTC)
:If you're referring to your addition to [[International Police]], it's because it didn't meet Bulbapedia's quality expectations. Your addition was mostly focused on the character, [[Looker]], and not the International Police as a whole. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 13:17, 8 February 2012 (UTC)
May I know how to put pics,please!

--Shravs [[User talk:Littleroot leader shravan(ability leader)|(New Bark Gym)]] 14:27, 22 February 2012 (UTC)

== Delete Image? ==

{{redlink|File:Coronet1.png}} {{img|Mt_Coronet_south.png}}

Guess what image needs deleting? Don't worry! I already checked to see if other pages link to that old file and made the correct revisions. --[[User:Wildgoosespeeder|Wildgoosespeeder]] 22:40, 9 February 2012 (UTC)
:Deleted. Though next time, just put a <nowiki>{{delete}}</nowiki> on the image summary. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 01:50, 10 February 2012 (UTC)
::OK then. I'll make sure to place <nowiki>{{delete}}</nowiki> next time. I think I tried using that template once and got a very delayed response. --[[User:Wildgoosespeeder|Wildgoosespeeder]] 02:04, 10 February 2012 (UTC)

== Another Pokemon merchandise page? ==

Would it be alright to make a new one? Got a book today called "The Art of: Pokémon The First Movie". Was wondering if that would be worth making a page on as well? [[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen Fennec]] 22:00, 13 February 2012 (UTC)
:Sure. I think any official book is worth a page. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 22:03, 13 February 2012 (UTC)
::Alright then. Will try to get the cover image of it too. Thanks for permission again. [[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen Fennec]] 22:04, 13 February 2012 (UTC)
:::If you know the {{wp|ISBN}} code, you should be able to find the book online and get a cover image that way. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 22:08, 13 February 2012 (UTC)

== Submit Image ==

Good evening administrator!
I would like to submit an image which is related to [[AG173|All That Glitters is Not Golden!]].
Specifically it is related to this error:When everyone fled into Keenan's house for the first time, the golden Sudowoodo appeared on the screen for a split second. The golden Sudowoodo wasn't with them at this point.
Here is the link:http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/703/sudowoodoerror.png/

19:52:27,14 February 2012 (UTC) DJ Wolfy
:The bottom right corner is all smudged like someone tried to cover up a watermark, poorly. So get an image without a watermark, then upload it [[a:Special:Upload|here]] with all the proper licensing and categorization. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 20:03, 14 February 2012 (UTC)

Sorry I can't upload it due to this:The action you have requested is limited to users in one of the groups: Bots, Administrators, Bureaucrats, emailconfirmed, Senior Administrators, Editorial Board, Technical staff.
Return to Main Page.

I couldn't find a non-watermarked image so I cut it down.
Here is the link again:http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/210/sudowoodoerror.png/

P.S. - What is the code for writing in blue text ?

--'''DJWolfy''' 20:11, 14 February 2012 (UTC)
:I checked. It seems you're not even registered. There are separate registrations between Bulbapedia and the Archives. So just because you have an account on Bulbapedia doesn't mean you have an account on the Archives, and vice versa. While we'd prefer the images weren't cropped just to hide a watermark, it's better than nothing...

:Also, <nowiki>This code will make blue text.</nowiki> This code will make blue text. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 20:18, 14 February 2012 (UTC)

Thank you!
Well it seems I can log onto Archives using my Bulbapedia account.Does that mean I am registered on Archives?
--DJWolfy. 20:22, 14 February 2012 (UTC)
:Oh, yes. It's been a looooong time since I registered so it slipped my mind...so yeah, it's global. Same can be done with Bulbanews. Also, be sure to link to your page or talk page in your signature. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 20:31, 14 February 2012 (UTC)

Well,I don't have my personal page,but if you would show me a link with all or some of the templates maybe I'll make my personal page,since I don't want it to be plain.
--'''DJWolfy'''. 20:35, 14 February 2012 (UTC)

== Sorry ==
Sorry for using my userspace too much. Do you forgive me? [[User:LMFS|LMFS]] 03:04, 15 February 2012 (UTC)
Oh, I am also sorry for all the other stuff I did. I am new (kind of) to Bulbapedia [[User:LMFS|LMFS]] 03:18, 15 February 2012 (UTC)

== His edits ==

You might want to do something about {{tt|this user|MrMarpinjo62}} as he keeps on making useless edits despite multiple warnings. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 20:20, 17 February 2012 (UTC)
Can you tell me which user please? [[User:LMFS|LMFS]] 01:58, 20 February 2012 (UTC)

==SandmanDP==
Hi Jo, I'm coming to you because you're the latest admin who's made an edit on my watchlist. ^-^; SandmanDP is repeatedly reverting edits, and not listening to order, even removing my comments on his talk page and saying that I was spamming and harrasing him. Can you please do something about it? He isn't listening to reason. ^-^; [[User:Littlmiget123|Littlmiget123]] 16:14, 18 February 2012 (UTC)
:Jo, she went against the leader of Project Anime and defied intervention to continue the edit war. Vuvu even tried to stop her but obviously was not available. I had every right to revert her for ignoring two talkpages--[[User:SandmanDP|SandmanDP]] 16:17, 18 February 2012 (UTC)
::I'm killing this argument before it even begins. Drop this for right now, both of you. I'll share this with the other admins later when they get online, and we'll investigate what's going on and reach a consensus. For now, both of you either take a break from the internet, or try to avoid each other. Just please do not get in an argument on my talk page. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 16:21, 18 February 2012 (UTC)

== "Cooling down" ==

Not saying your edit summary is involved, because it isn't, but how many times does the newbie have to be bullied before the bullies are finally punished?--[[User:SandmanDP|SandmanDP]] 18:03, 18 February 2012 (UTC)
:First off: I'm going to answer your question bluntly and honestly, and I don't want to get into an argument with you. If you don't like what I have to say, fine, but you came to me and asked me, so I'm going to be honest. We all clear? Okay.
:{| width="100%" class="expandable" |
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| So far, I've yet to see any real harassment towards you. What I do see is you jumping down people's throats and acting too hasty. The issue is that you tend [http://www.thefreedictionary.com/antagonize antagonize] people who are just trying to have a civil conversation. When you do this, you start feeling like everyone is against you and you do basically what you're doing now. Warring, arguing, and reports fly everywhere because everyone feels like they're a victim. Let me just say this as clearly as I can: <div style="text-decoration:blink"><big><big><big><big>No one is out to get you.</big></big></big></big></div>
You need to take the time to stop, breathe, calm down, and think logically about what the person is trying to tell you. I assure you, no one takes pleasure in picking on you. In fact, most of us would rather do something else than spend hours arguing with someone. So I'll tell you once again: Take a break and relax. The site isn't going anywhere. I promise you'll live if you just back off for an hour or two.
|}
:[[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 18:27, 18 February 2012 (UTC)

== Gotta Catch 'Em All Event Question ==
There was over 30 (possibly 40+) Gotta Catch 'Em All events distributed in Japan for the GBA games. I was wondering if there should be separate list dedicated (new page) to just these events (similar to the 10th Anniversary and Jeremy). There was 5 different distributions, with each one containing different Pokémon. Each Pokémon had the OT of フクオカ, オ-サカ, ナゴヤ, サッポロ, トウキョ- or ヨコハマ depending of the Pokémon Center it was obtained from. Do you think a new page should be created just for the Gotta Catch 'Em All events? --[[User:Lady Ariel|Lady Ariel]] 22:16, 18 February 2012 (UTC)

== EP 149 ==

Good afternoon!
I managed to complete the synopsis for [[EP149]].I think it is safe now to remove the incomplete synopsis template.On another notice, the image I've sent for [[AG173]] wasn't added.Will it be ?--[[User:DJWolfy|--'''DJ''']][[User talk:DJWolfy|'''Wolfy''']] 11:49, 19 February 2012 (UTC)

== admin ==

--[[User:Saumya 1234|S.M]] 09:58, 24 February 2012 (UTC)please make me the admin i will try my best to do in this website.
:No. Firstly, you need experience to become an admin. You also can't ''ask'' to be an admin. See: {{bp|FAQ#How do I become an admin?|this section.}} Secondly, you came to the wrong person. I can't promote or demote anybody. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 17:54, 24 February 2012 (UTC)

== Pokémon Rumble Blast moves ==

The thing about Pokémon Rumble Blast moves is that it's not just "Attack. Attack. Attack." but there's position, direction, etc. Plus there is a damage rating in ☆s or {{color|F8D030|★}}s. But yes, I will leave moves like {{m|Barrier}} untouched...
——{{u|Pokéglare|Po}}{{ut|Pokéglare|ké}}[[Special:Contributions/Pokéglare|glare]]

== Meowth in Pokémon Apokélypse ==

I would've asked somebody else, but I couldn't find anybody so I turned to you. Meowth in [[Pokémon Apokélypse]] did not have a voice that was shown in the trailer, I would understand why it's on the cast list, but can I add some reference to him not having any speaking lines? [[User:Pokedex493|Pokedex493]] 05:16, 27 February 2012 (UTC)
:Just put N/A next to his name. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 05:29, 27 February 2012 (UTC)
::Okay thanks. [[User:Pokedex493|Pokedex493]] 05:31, 27 February 2012 (UTC)

== PokéPark 2 ==

Seeing as you are creating and updating articles for that game would you mind writing in the info on the back of the game case [[http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_games here]]. Would be nice. Almost wrote in the Pokémon Puzzle Challenge one but the only image I could find was small and there was camera glare all over it making reading it impossible. :( ''[[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen]] [[User talk:Frozen Fennec|Fennec]]'' 20:31, 1 March 2012 (UTC)

== Usertags ==

Asked this on Knji-Girl's page without knowing she's one of the main admins. :( Was wondering if redirects count as edits to the mainspace and if so did I do enough to warrant the use of any edit milestone tags? If I haven't earned them then that is OK with me. ''[[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen]] [[User talk:Frozen Fennec|Fennec]]'' 04:42, 6 March 2012 (UTC)
:Eh, they're nice, but not a huge deal. They don't count towards the [[TCM]] either. We prefer milestone tags be used for TCM-qualifying edits. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 05:07, 6 March 2012 (UTC)
::Alright, thanks for letting me know. ''[[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen]] [[User talk:Frozen Fennec|Fennec]]'' 05:10, 6 March 2012 (UTC)

== My Edits ==

Have I done better with my edits?[[User:LMFS|LMFS]] 05:12, 6 March 2012 (UTC)
:No. No you have not. You've made three edits, all of which were almost immediately undone. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 05:19, 6 March 2012 (UTC)
Okay, can you come to my talkpage and discuss it with me?[[User:LMFS|LMFS]] 04:43, 8 March 2012 (UTC)
I must disagree, I did edits but others corrected my grammar mistakes & mistakes in general and made it understandable.[[User:LMFS|LMFS]] 04:34, 9 April 2012 (UTC)
== Sandman0721 ==

I just welcomed this new user, Sandman0721, but I have a sneeking suspicion about this user. It's similar to SandmanDP, who we know got into feuds with practically everyone (even me), and was blocked for about 2 months by [[User:MAGNEDETH|MAGNEDETH]]. Anyway, my suspicion is that this new user might be a sockpuppet of SandmanDP, as a loophole from the block. You might want to check Sandman0721's background (confirm his identity). Thanks! [[User:Satoshi101|サトシ]] 23:13, 7 March 2012 (UTC)
:I've investigated and found the IPs do not match. The term "sandman" is a popular term so it's not unlikely that more than one person might use this title. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 23:39, 7 March 2012 (UTC)

== Usertag boxes? ==

Was wondering if it would be alright if I redid my usertags section to being similar to {{tt|yours|not the same exact usertags though}}. As in similar in design. Would this be ok with you? ''[[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen]] [[User talk:Frozen Fennec|Fennec]]'' 00:27, 8 March 2012 (UTC)
:You can use it as a base, but be sure to make it unique to you. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 00:36, 8 March 2012 (UTC)
::Will do. Thank you for giving me permission. :) ''[[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen]] [[User talk:Frozen Fennec|Fennec]]'' 00:36, 8 March 2012 (UTC)

== VANDAL ==

{{u|Turtlesonturtles}}, quickly block him please!--[[User:Rsrdaman|'''×Rsr''']][[User_Talk:Rsrdaman|'''daman×''']] 01:24, 12 March 2012 (UTC)
:Nevermind, {{u|Masatoshi}} got him.--[[User:Rsrdaman|'''×Rsr''']][[User_Talk:Rsrdaman|'''daman×''']] 01:38, 12 March 2012 (UTC)

== important question from me ==

What is a speculation crackdown? [[User:Chomper4|Chomper4]] 17:17, 15 March 2012 (UTC)
:That's the protection reason used when the protection exists to prevent people making an article/adding info before it is officially confirmed. It's often used when we get information from a source which is known to be unreliable, although that isn't the only reason. [[User:Werdnae|Werdnae]] [[User talk:Werdnae|(talk)]] 20:37, 15 March 2012 (UTC)

== User Country ==

When you added the protection to the User:Country template in February, the same level of protection was [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Template:User_Country/List_of_countries&diff=1595053&oldid=1570079 accidentally added] to a related page, [[Template:User Country/List of countries]], though [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Special%3AWhatLinksHere&target=Template%3AUser+Country%2FList+of+countries&namespace= that page isnt linked to like the tempate is]. A Slovakian user wants to change the Slovakian tag I added to something more appropriate, but they are unable to do so because of the protection. Is it possible to unprotect that page, while keeping the template protected? '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 12:51, 17 March 2012 (UTC)

== Thanks :) ==

Hey, thanks for sticking up for me before. You have no idea how many times I'll write something and someone just deletes it, without explanation, even if it's true! :) ''[[User:Charlize de Rose|Charli]] [[User talk:Charlize de Rose|♥]]'' 05:52, 18 March 2012 (UTC)

== Uh... ==

I thought that jumping the gun was discouraged on this pedia. But looks like this doesn't apply to admins. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 10:24, 18 March 2012 (UTC)
:It's not jumping any guns. He is going to be a major character throughout the tournament, like Morrison, Tyson, Tobias, and many more. We know this for a fact. Like I said, if you disagree with something, ask '''before''' you take action. Additionally, if you don't agree with something someone did, don't be rude about it. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 11:00, 18 March 2012 (UTC)
::I thought that being a Wiki editor means that you can edit articles WITHOUT consulting everything. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 11:09, 18 March 2012 (UTC)
:::Just think I should point out that I removed Harrison and Tyson from that template (for some reason, they were in the ''Rivals'' section) since they were only around for a small arc of episodes, and never appeared again after that. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 11:15, 18 March 2012 (UTC)
::::This isn't simply adding or removing content from a page, it was deciding the classification of a character. The style is decided by the Heads of the various fields of the franchise. So yes, you are allowed to edit whatever without having to ask, but if it has to do with something major to a project, you need to bring it up with the Head of that section or project. They are in charge of the movement of that field, and they look over the work that is done and make major decisions. As such, they ''always'' have a good reason to do something, and their opinion should be respected. If you disagree, you may bring it up with them (Third time). That's democracy, and before you say it's unfair, this is how most governments work. It's similar to the {{wp|Cabinet (government)|Cabinet}} in government being in charge of various fields of the economy. They're in charge of making the big decisions that they feel are best for the economy, and the citizens. If you disagree, you're allowed to voice your opinion to them. But to go against them without due process could get you arrested. I fail to see how this is any different. If you're still confused, then it can't be helped. But I feel I've explained it to the best of my abilities. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 11:53, 18 March 2012 (UTC)

== Time display at the top of your talkpage ==

Hi,

May I have your permission to take the time display markup you have at the top of your talk page for my own page? I'll only take the markup for the hour, minute, whether it's AM or PM and the purge link. Is that all right with you? Thanks for your time and have a nice weekend! Cheers, [[User:Haxorus|'''Hax''']][[User talk:Haxorus|'''or''']][[Special:MyContributions|'''us''']] 14:21, 22 March 2012 (UTC)
:Sure. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 22:43, 22 March 2012 (UTC)
::Thanks! Enjoy your weekend. :-) Cheers, [[User:Haxorus|'''Hax''']][[User talk:Haxorus|'''or''']][[Special:MyContributions|'''us''']] 04:02, 23 March 2012 (UTC)

==Can you explain something for me?==
So I can only make 3 edits total to any pages that start with User:then my username? Is there a restriction on talk pages? I was just wondering. [[User:Pringles|Pringles]] 20:09, 29 March 2012 (UTC)
:I think it depends. If you're making personal edits to your talk, like giving it its own style, I think it should count towards userspace edits. But if you're just responding to messages, then no, it shouldn't count. There is sort of a talk page restriction, but it's only if you edit nothing except talk pages for unnecessarily long periods of time. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 23:42, 29 March 2012 (UTC)

Okay, thanks.[[User:Pringles|Pringles]] 00:51, 30 March 2012 (UTC)

== Just askin' ==

I'm just asking since you're a staff member, how do I change the size of a file? Chowolun 20:32, 3 April 2012 (UTC) [[User:Lucario985]]
:On a page? Just change then number: <nowiIki>[[File:None.png|</nowiki>'''200px'''<nowiki>]]</nowiki> Before you upload it? You'll need image editing software. Some versions of Paint let you edit size somewhat cleanly, but more expansive ones like Photoshop are better. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 20:38, 3 April 2012 (UTC)

== Some more help ==

As you responded to my question to ForceFire, I thought you may be able to help me with something else. You said I need to edit around the site for a bit. I presumed this meant mainspace however since walkthroughs are my favourite thing to edit and they are not like userpages (the are partially encyclopaedic), do they count in the 'editing around the site' that you mentioned. [[User:MajesticRayquaza|''Majestic'']][[User talk:MajesticRayquaza|'''Rayquaza''']] 10:58, 7 April 2012 (UTC)
:Sure do. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 12:48, 7 April 2012 (UTC)
:Edit: Actually, while Appendix edits do count, don't completely ignore the main-mainspace either. :P Main-Mainspace >>> Appendix [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 13:40, 7 April 2012 (UTC)

== The +/- numbers on the contribution pages ==

What does the +/- number stat mean on the Contributions page? [[User:G50|G50]] 02:24, 8 April 2012 (UTC)
:It's the number of characters added/removed from the page during that edit. I'm not entirely sure what the bold is for, though. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 02:53, 8 April 2012 (UTC)
::I believe bold is for additions/subtractions of 500 or more characters. - [[User:Poikins|'''poi''']][[User talk:Poikins|'''kins''']] 02:55, 8 April 2012 (UTC)

== [[User:Marked +-+-+/Types color coding|Types' colors]] ==

Didn't had anything to do, so I started this (and planning to do this with Stadium, RSE, FRLG, and both PMD; rest will need help). Not sure if this could be useful to mainspace. Oh, and Stadium 2 colors can be bit off, it's hard to pick the right color (in Paint I see that icon and text are in many shades of their colors). [[User:Marked +-+-+|Marked +-+-+]] 17:57, 8 April 2012 (UTC)

==Hello!==
This pic is good for [[Lyra (anime)]]??
:http://www.netupload.org/files/2tx2tfj0pbf3zwi2t0cb.png
--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] 01:23 - 10 April 2012 (UTC)
:No. It's very blurry and poorly cropped. Plus she's missing her feet. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 01:28, 11 April 2012 (UTC)

== IRC ==

Hi Jo, I was wondering if you knew the name of Bulbapedia's IRC channel? I know there's a direct link to it in the side navbar, but my laptop doesn't seem to recognise <code>irc://</code> as a web address, and I can't find the name anywhere else. D: [[User:Ronan|'''Ronan''']] 10:16, 12 April 2012 (UTC)
:I know there's one called #bulbagarden, but that is general for the whole of Bulbagarden (The wiki, archives, news, and forums), then there should be #bulbapedia. I can't say for sure how many people will be there though. Not many of our staff use irc. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 10:33, 12 April 2012 (UTC)
::Ah, okay. Thanks. [[User:Ronan|'''Ronan''']] 10:55, 12 April 2012 (UTC)
:::There is the #bulbapedia channel on the IRC.[[User:G50|태권도]] [[User_talk:G50|합기도]] 10:58, 12 April 2012 (UTC)
::::Yes, I just said that. But none of the staff really go there. The only one that might is {{u|Masatoshi}}. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 11:00, 12 April 2012 (UTC)

==Rumble==

I was wondering if I could tweak the rumble location sections for kanto/sin oh pokemon? For instance, instead of just putting "fiery furnace" for flareon's rumble section, could i put "fiery furnace normal mode s"? It saves a lot of user's time, as they won't have to search thru a ton of pages to find the game location. It'll also give me something to do. I'm not sure if rumble blast could be the same, but I'm glad to do it for that too.[[User:Pringles|Pringles]] 21:16, 13 April 2012 (UTC)
:Something like that would be good. But Rumble Blast is all taken care of. There shouldn't be anything needing done for that. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 23:44, 13 April 2012 (UTC)
::Okee doke. I'll try to get it done soon. [[User:Pringles|Pringles]] 01:17, 14 April 2012 (UTC)
:::One question - if I see Pokémon that are in multiple stages, should I just put something like:
:::[[Silent Forest]] Normal Mode A & C
:::?
:::Or should I do it differently? [[User:Pringles|Pringles]] 02:08, 14 April 2012 (UTC)
::::I already did the Kanto starters & evolutions. Edit them until they're the way you want, and I'll do the rest. [[User:Pringles|Pringles]] 02:13, 14 April 2012 (UTC)
:::::I think that should be alright. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 02:18, 14 April 2012 (UTC)
::::::Thanks a ton! [[User:Pringles|Pringles]] 02:24, 14 April 2012 (UTC)

== keldeo ==

the old pic for keldeo in the anime was bad because there was a thing that said it was bad so i changed it but why did you change it back?--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 00:10, 14 April 2012 (UTC)
:Cause it's supposed to stay Keldeo_anime.png. I uploaded your image over the old image rather than uploading a completely new image. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 00:13, 14 April 2012 (UTC)

::i don't get what you said.--[[User:Poke1|Poke1]] 00:16, 14 April 2012 (UTC)
:::The name of the file should be Keldeo_anime.png, not Keldeo.png. At the bottom of every image is a link that says "Upload a new version of this file" so it'll upload over the current image, but keep the name. You've been uploading an image from scratch, when that isn't needed. Also, please stop reuploading/undoing me. That is considered edit warring, which is against the rules. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 00:19, 14 April 2012 (UTC)

== Black 2/White 2 pokedex ==

Because we know that azurill, mareep, and others are appearing in b2w2, do we have a pokedex thing like udex for them? I've had to put them down as unova for know, but so people don't get confused, who should I contact? thanks![[User:Bulbasect|Bulbasect]] 13:22, 14 April 2012 (UTC)
:It's currently being discussed by the staff already. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 13:24, 14 April 2012 (UTC)
Is it okay that they are under udex for now?[[User:Bulbasect|Bulbasect]] 13:25, 14 April 2012 (UTC)
:Might want to just hold off on it for now. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 13:27, 14 April 2012 (UTC)

== BW2 Characters ==

Hey Jo. I was just wondering if you'd be able to add the new BW2 player characters to the image on the player characters page given your admin status! {{unsigned|Clark Griswald}}
:They're already there. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 13:36, 14 April 2012 (UTC)
::Really? I'm unable to see them. Does it take time for the picture to update?
:::Precisely. You can see them [[:a:File:PlayerCharactersGrouped.png|here]], but the Archives hasn't synced with Bulbapedia yet, so the image hasn't updated. Also, please don't forget to sign with four tildes. (<nowiki>~~~~</nowiki>) [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 13:46, 14 April 2012 (UTC)
::::Alright, thanks a lot! [[User:Clark Griswald|Clark Griswald]] 13:48, 14 April 2012 (UTC)
What about Shizui and others? Chowolun 13:43, 14 April 2012 (UTC) [[User:Lucario985]]
:What about them? They aren't player characters. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 13:46, 14 April 2012 (UTC)

User talk:Jo The Marten/Archive2

2012-04-14T13:42:21Z

Clark Griswald: /* BW2 Characters */

User talk:Jo The Marten/Archive2

2012-04-14T13:34:32Z

Clark Griswald: /* BW2 Characters */ new section

Talk:Player character

2012-04-14T03:47:15Z

Clark Griswald: /* Black and White 2 Trainers */ new section

I suggest merge of [[Player character]] and [[Rival]], as well as categorisation according to the game instead of the Region. Also, I believe Pokemon Ranger characters should be added as main characters, considering that Pokemon Ranger is actually a main Pokemon Game.

Anyone have the Emerald sprite of May? [[Image:Ani373MS.gif|{{{2|373}}}]][[Image:Ani094MS.gif|{{{2|094}}}]][[Image:Ani474MS.gif|{{{2|474}}}]][[User:Porygon-Z|'''Porygon-Z''']][[Image:Ani025MS.gif|{{{2|025}}}]][[Image:Ani441MS.gif|{{{2|441}}}]][[Image:Ani130MS.gif|{{{2|130}}}]] 14:12, 23 January 2008 (UTC)
:And again that request is made. '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 03:59, 15 May 2008 (UTC)

== Re-write? ==

Does anyone else think this article needs a re-write? [[User:PDL|PDL]] 03:14, 23 October 2008 (UTC)
:Do you have a reason? [[User:Ht14|''ht'']][[User talk:Ht14|''14'']] 02:03, 30 October 2008 (UTC)
:It seems kinda... messy. It's not that hard really explain how a player character works in a video game. [[User:PDL|PDL]] 02:50, 1 November 2008 (UTC)

== Backsprites ==

I was thinking that we could take a page from the Pokémon pages and find the backsprites of the player characters as well as the partner characters (like Steven and Buck).--[[User:MisterE13|MisterE13]] 03:05, 15 November 2008 (UTC)

== Mentioning of Player in Mystery Dungeon? ==

There's not really much more to say... [[User:The Dark Fiddler|The Dark Fiddler]] - [[User talk:The Dark Fiddler|Nos hablamos?]] 01:36, 24 December 2008 (UTC)
:Or the player in Trozei (being the user him/herself). Or in any of the other games, for that matter. What about Snap? I feel like this should be a stub. [[User:Jazzmoth|Jazzmoth]] 05:16, 26 December 2008 (UTC)
::Actually, the player in Trozei (or Link, as we call it over here) is [[Lucy Fleetfoot]]. [[User:Flicky|Fli]][[User talk:Flicky|cky]][[User:Flicky/Latin|1991]] 17:59, 26 December 2008 (UTC)
:::And that's a stub, if I've ever seen one. [[User:Jazzmoth|Jazzmoth]] 02:07, 29 December 2008 (UTC)

== *COUGH* ==

Why do we need backsprites?--[[User:RexRacer|'''Rex]][[Quilava (Pokémon)|Racer''']] [[User talk:RexRacer|'''''-talk''''']] 02:34, 12 January 2009 (UTC)
:We have them for Pokémon. So why not characters.--[[User:MisterE13|Mister]][[User talk:MisterE13|'''E''']][[Special:Contributions/MisterE13|13]] 02:54, 12 January 2009 (UTC)
::Because it made the page wayyy to big. Maybe if we didn't just have one, but all of those broken links look just awful.--[[User:RexRacer|'''Rex]][[Quilava (Pokémon)|Racer''']] [[User talk:RexRacer|'''''-talk''''']] 02:58, 12 January 2009 (UTC)
:::We could resize them. We also have broken links on the Pokémon pages IMHO, it just lets someone know that the images should be created.--[[User:MisterE13|Mister]][[User talk:MisterE13|'''E''']][[Special:Contributions/MisterE13|13]] 03:01, 12 January 2009 (UTC)
::::Resize? Eww. Only one Pokémon even does that, and it's Deoxys. Perhaps I'll do a hack of the sprite template that'll allow for it. Or you can. I dunno. Yeah. '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 09:07, 12 January 2009 (UTC)
:::::I might be able to. what exactly do you mean?--[[User:MisterE13|Mister]][[User talk:MisterE13|'''E''']][[Special:Contributions/MisterE13|13]] 21:38, 12 January 2009 (UTC)

== Michael and What's his name... ==

What about side game characters? [[User:Ht14|''ht'']][[User talk:Ht14|''14'']] 03:52, 12 January 2009 (UTC)
:Lunick, Solana, the players in PMD, yeah they should go here. And if they do, the part about being remarkably silent doesn't apply to PMD.[[User:Kiryu|Kiryu]] 05:55, 25 January 2009 (UTC)

== Dawn and Luca's Platinum sprites ==

They're not uploaded yet,right? Can someone upload them? [[User:Lovely Rose|Lovely Rose]] 21:45, 18 February 2009 (UTC)

== Two little things ==

Couldn't the table also hold the overworld sprite for each character? I don't think they appear anywhere else. Also, HgSs will require another column for Gold and Kris, should I change it? [[User:Mr. Charlie|Mr. ]][[User talk:Mr. Charlie|Charlie]] 03:04, 11 May 2009 (UTC)

== Gamecube game characters? ==

What about Wes and Michael? I see no reason for them to be excluded. Sure, we wouldn't have as many pictures since they appear in 3D games, but I really can't consider those games to be side-games. They're full-fledged Pokemon RPGs, just like the handhelds. [[User:Cheesedude|Cheesedude]] 02:07, 13 May 2009 (UTC)
:Umm...already stated... [[User:Ht14|'''''ht''''']][[User talk:Ht14|''14'']] 02:08, 13 May 2009 (UTC)
::Missed it due to the lack of pictures. Nevermind. Sorry. [[User:Cheesedude|Cheesedude]] 02:09, 13 May 2009 (UTC)

== Ranger ==

Shouldn't we list the player characters in Ranger? --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 03:35, 13 May 2009 (UTC)
:I will. [[User:Tc26/Anime Predictions|tc]][[User:Tc26|²₆]][[User talk:Tc26|tc]][[User:Tc26/Sandbox|26]] 03:36, 13 May 2009 (UTC)

== The new girl ==

Since we're not getting Kris back, as she's more a Crystal character than a GS (and by extension, HGSS) character, what should we name the new girl since we don't know her name and likely won't be getting it?

I say Soul, since, like Leaf, she'll likely be named for the prefix of the secondary remake game, while her male counterpart is the primary original game (Gold, like Red) and her rival is the secondary original game (Silver, like Blue/Green).

Should we make an article yet, though? I've protected both Heart and {{ga|Soul}} until the tenth anniversary of GS, so... no need to worry there. Plus, we can move it when and if we get her real name either via hacking the games to pieces or because they actually '''give her one outright'''. But it never happened to Leaf, so... we'll just wait to see, eh?

So, below, vote: make it, don't make it, and under what name? '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 04:52, 13 May 2009 (UTC)

:There are still some arguments that she is Kris but with a major redesign. Kinda like Red in FRLG. But I don't know. I say Soul because of the reason you stated (even though I like Heart better). Make it under {{ga|Soul}}. --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 04:59, 13 May 2009 (UTC)

::Let's wait till the game is released. An opposite-gender player will have a supporting role, which means there'll be a fixed name for her. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 05:15, 13 May 2009 (UTC)

:::Well, we shouldn't wait six months to make an article about a character from the Pokémon games. I like Soul, but make sure that it is noted that until confirmation it is a fan name. When CoroCoro comes out I'll have at it and see if it is noted anywhere amidst the crazyness.--[[User:RexRacer|'''Rex]][[User talk:RexRacer|Racer''']] 05:24, 13 May 2009 (UTC)
::::Maxim... that's for Gen III and IV games. HGSS is a Gen II game (technically). Where was Leaf's supporting role? Did I somehow ''miss her'' in FireRed, despite completing the game 100%? '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 06:25, 13 May 2009 (UTC)
::::: My vote goes for making an article, or at least starting one that we can move to the proper place when the name is revealed. [[User:Trainer-c|Trainer-c]] 06:33, 13 May 2009 (UTC)
::::::I vote for making the article. Call it Soul or whatever you want, see if I care. I'm too upset with the decision of erasing Kris from the Pokémon World to even bother. Kris is the best thing that ever happened to the Pokémon franchise. [[User:Mr. Charlie|Mr. ]][[User talk:Mr. Charlie|Charlie]] 06:43, 13 May 2009 (UTC)
:::::::Your right Mr. Charlie, if it wasn't for Kris there wouldn't be girl characters. Then they go and replace her with a girl with Mario's overolls and a '''HUGE''' hat. I felt like crying :(
See my page, the part with my pokemon trainers. I'm not going to touch it untill some more info on this "Soul".[[User:Glitchym1|Glitchym1]] 21:55, 17 May 2009 (UTC)
Scratch that last thing I said, I'll call her Soul Kamon.[[User:Glitchym1|Glitchym1]] 22:10, 17 May 2009 (UTC)

== Titles... ==

Color clashing... [[User:Ht14|'''''ht''''']][[User talk:Ht14|''14'']] 01:17, 14 May 2009 (UTC)
:Should be better now. — [[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|THE TROM]] — 01:48, 14 May 2009 (UTC)

== Overhead sprites ==

Think we should add those too? --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 10:43, 16 June 2009 (UTC)
:Old question but sounds like a good idea. However, we need someone able to rip sprites to do that. [[User:Pokemon lover|ポケモン]][[User talk:Pokemon lover|あいこうか]] 19:21, 21 February 2010 (UTC)

== Gold's backsprite ==

Why do we even have it there? Anyway,they changed his backsprite,but the article still shows the original one. Is the screenshot to small? [[User:Lovely Rose|Lovely Rose]] 01:22, 1 July 2009 (UTC)
:There are two there already... [[User:Tc26/Anime Predictions|tc]][[User:Tc26|²₆]][[User talk:Tc26|tc]][[User:Tc26/Sandbox|26]] 02:39, 1 July 2009 (UTC)
::I meant his Heartgold and Soulsilver backsprite,they changed [http://i535.photobucket.com/albums/ee357/Pichu_Chu/con01_img04.jpg it],it's slightly different. For example,his hair isn't parted. [[User:Lovely Rose|Lovely Rose]] 22:46, 1 July 2009 (UTC)
I guess it could be one of the first beta things for HGSS, but its still to early to tell, they could change it again--[[User:Pokéboy93|Pokéboy93]] 04:55, 4 July 2009 (UTC)

i think we should wait because the back sprite is changing in recent pictures he does not have the symbol on the back of his hat.--[[User:Pokéboy93|Pokéboy93]] 17:10, 15 July 2009 (UTC)

== Counterparts for missing ==

May and Dawn needs on their respective webs a section of counterparts like Red, Gold, Kris and Kotone, please sombebody cna do it? --Ash 20:50, 4 December 2009 (UTC)

== Wes is one of the few that "doesnt wear head gear" trivia ==

Ummm... I own Colosseum and it shows him wearing silver visors in his hair, and also if you go to his page you can see he's wearing them as headgear in the photo. But, every time I try to remove Wes from that part of the trivia, someone puts him back in...

Visors aren't headgear. They're eyeware. [[User:67h5r6h|67h5r6h]] 19:12, 15 July 2010 (UTC)67h5r6h

== Gold's HGSS Name ==

Until HG and SS are released here (as short a time as that'll be), Gold's HGSS sprite should be titled "Hibiki". Then there's the matter of Silver seemingly being "rival"/"Rival" rather than truly named, but a lack of name rationalizes attributing "Silver" to him my my count (though that's not so much here as it is there, on the rivals' page). [[User:TJF588|TJF588]] 01:47, 11 March 2010 (UTC)
:There has been a heap of discussion about these characters' names all over the pedia (for example, here), and the consensus reached is that we ain't touching anything until the games are released. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 01:49, 11 March 2010 (UTC)

== Protection ==

I personally think we should protect this page considering the Generation V boy and girl heroes have been revealed with little detail for both. The main reason is because I know someone out there will post fake images and ridiculous speculation. [[User:Ninterror|Ninterror]] 11:52, 12 April 2010 (UTC)
:I'd rather we assumed good faith and left it open. We'll see how it goes for now. When the details really start to come out, we can rethink. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 10:32, 13 April 2010 (UTC)
Yeah, about that, shouldn't somebody put info and pics about BW player characters?

== Stadium characters ==

Do they count as player characters? You honestly don't really play as them, as in moving them or anything, but you do tell your Pokemon what to do, which is the players ability. So you ''technically'' do play as them. Also, they aren't Ethan and Kris. Or even actually, any other protagonist [[User:Lovely Rose|Lovely Rose]] 14:06, 29 April 2010 (UTC)
:Of course they do. You control them just as much as Lucy Fleetfoot. They are 100% player characters, in my opinion. The fact that you don't walk using them doesn't make them any worse. I think I could upload their faceshots and add them to this article. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 18:25, 14 May 2010 (UTC)

== What's wrong? ==

I can't see the bottom of this page. It dead-ends after the template with Ranger Characters. Does this happen just to me, or is there something screwed-up in the coding? It doesn't happen when I view older revisions of the article. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 11:04, 15 May 2010 (UTC)
:Works fine for me. I think it's because of all the internal trouble and stuff the the 'pedia's been experiencing recently. It happend to me the other day, on a different page. [[User:Takharii|<sc>Takharii</sc>]] '''~''' [[User talk:Takharii|<sc>Talk!</sc>]] 11:10, 15 May 2010 (UTC)
::Works because I just fixed it. Someone had added there a HTML comment but forgot to close it... '''UltimateSephiroth''' ([[User:UltimateSephiroth|about me]] · [[User talk:UltimateSephiroth|chat]] · [[Special:Contributions/UltimateSephiroth|edits]]) 11:14, 15 May 2010 (UTC)

== Black and White Trainers? ==

I'm a bit surprised they aren't featured here. I understand them not getting their own pages (yet) due to the scarcity of information on them, but I can't even find their images on this site. {{unsigned|Clark Griswald}}

They probably just want to avoid speculation. Personally, I'm just glad the male trainer has a normal hair color. First in Generation III it was white, then in IV it looked purple (although ingame it looked more like black)
On a somewhat related note, does anyone have any idea why the player characters from black and white are older than in previous games?[[User:67h5r6h|67h5r6h]] 19:10, 15 July 2010 (UTC)67h5r6h
:No Black and White until we actually know something about them. And no opinionated chat here. There are in fact pictures of the BW main characters in the group shot in the article. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 20:20, 15 July 2010 (UTC)

The male trainer in Generation III has black hair. In the manga, it revealed that the white part was a hat. And if you look closely under the headband, you could see some black hair. ([[User:Holonboy|Holonboy]] 06:33, 26 August 2010 (UTC))

== Trivia ==

Does anyone else think it's worth mentioning that each of the main series player characters have a hat of some sort? '''''[[Special:Contributions/Shiny_Rayquaza|→→→]] [[User:Shiny Rayquaza|Shiny]] [[User talk:Shiny Rayquaza|Rayquaza]]''''' 02:10, 14 September 2010 (UTC)
:I wouldn't count May's as a hat so much as a headband, but since Brendan's is a hat, then I do think it's worth mentioning. [[User:Phantomjunkie|Phantom]]♫[[User talk:Phantomjunkie|Junkie]] 03:55, 14 September 2010 (UTC)
::Bah I meant bandanna, not headband. [[User:Phantomjunkie|Phantom]]♫[[User talk:Phantomjunkie|Junkie]] 03:55, 14 September 2010 (UTC)
:::It would probably better to use the word "headgear", so that the trivia point encompasses all the player characters. <sc>[[User:Werdnae|Werdnae]]</sc> [[User talk:Werdnae|(talk)]] 05:35, 14 September 2010 (UTC)

== Optional names for <player character> ==

I've made a few templates to replace the old ones on each page. [[User:Takharii/sandbox#'In other languages' template|They're both here]]. Which one does everyone like better? [[User:Takharii|'''たか''']][[User talk:Takharii|'''はり''']][[Special:Contributions/Takharii|'''い''']] 09:34, 17 November 2010 (UTC)
:Colors of the first one on the second design. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 09:46, 17 November 2010 (UTC)

== Pokemon Channel ==
What about Pokemon channel? I know you never see the character, but it is still a game and the name should be mentioned. [[User:Gliscorguy54|Gliscorguy54]] 20:06, 21 November 2010 (UTC)

== Sprites ==

Are you sure that the edits by ''Ash Pokemaster‏'' is right? Does this page no longer needed the sprites from previous generations? [[User:Ruixiang95|Ruixiang95]] 10:38, 6 January 2011 (UTC)
:Well, there isn't really a need for them. The page was listing all the protagonists. Not listing all their sprites. I somewhat agree with it. '''[[User:Blake|Blake]]''' [[User talk:Blake#top|Talk]]·[[Special:Contributions/Blake|Edits]] 21:28, 6 January 2011 (UTC)
::If you need sprites you can always use a [http://www.spriters-resource.com/ sprites resource]! Heck, you can even open the article of each character to find them. I don't think there's need for sprites to be placed in every possible article. The article looks much more elegant now, albeit incomplete. :P
::Also, this isn't a perfect design or anything. I just tried to make it look more proper for the wiki, but it still needs work. First of all, there is need for this style to be applied in other characters as well. It would also probably be handy to combine the male the female characters boxes. But either way, I think that it looks fine now. [[User:Ash Pokemaster|Ash_Pokemaster]] 23:58, 31 January 2011 (UTC)

== Ranger Backs & Main Series ==

First off, anyone got the underwater Ranger backs? And second off, what happened to/was wrong with that proper collection of sprites under characters? [[User:Giratina's Embodiment|Giratina's Embodiment]] - [[User talk:Giratina's Embodiment|Please don't hurt us...]] 22:13, 19 February 2011 (UTC)
:See just abobe. :) [[User:Ash Pokemaster|Ash_Pokemaster]] 16:36, 28 February 2011 (UTC)

== Typing DS chars ==

They did have some sprites, right? I think they also had some default names, didn't they? They may not be worth their own articles but I think they should definitely be included here. Can anyone who has a copy check their names (and upload sprites, if possible)? --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 10:57, 14 June 2011 (UTC)

== P+NA ==

is there art of the player characters from Pokémon + Nobunaga's Ambition we could put on here? [[User:Volcronaperson|Volcronaperson]] 00:33, 24 March 2012 (UTC)
Yes there is. Now it is on this page.

== Black and White 2 Trainers ==

http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/b2w2/characters/

Just thought they should be added to the group shot now that good pics are out.

Player character

2010-05-22T05:19:18Z

Clark Griswald: /* Main series */

[[Image:RedStart.png|frame|{{ga|Red}}'s [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|Pokémon journey]] is about to begin....]]
A '''player character''' in the world of [[Pokémon]] is the protagonist of the {{pkmn|games}}, the avatar of the player. Player characters are usually remarkably silent, only able to answer yes and no to questions. This is so that the player can "fill in" what they imagine the character is thinking, feeling and acting, thus immersing the player within the world of the game.

==Gameplay==
===Main series===
[[File:PlayerCharactersGrouped.png|frame|The player characters of the first four generations of main series games (including redesigns)]]
[[File:Black_White_Players.png|thumb|200px|The player characters of the fifth generation of the main series games]]

In the mainstream games, the player characters are always [[Pokémon Trainer]]s beginning their [[Pokémon journey]]. While most player characters start their journey at the age of 10, the player characters in Generation V are set to be older. At the conclusion of their journey, most will have conquered a [[Pokémon League]]'s eight [[Gym Leader]]s and [[Elite Four]], and become the {{pkmn|Champion}}. Later games offer additional sidequests, although the main plot of the game is propelled by the Pokémon League challenge.

Those who do the above will most often start their journey in their hometown by getting, or shortly before getting, a [[starter Pokémon]], a Pokémon that appears very early in their native [[region]]'s [[Regional Pokédex|Pokédex]], and is of the {{t|Grass}}-, {{t|Fire}}-, or {{type2|Water}}. The region's native [[Pokémon professor]] will always give them this, as well as a Pokédex.

In {{game|Crystal}}, and each game in the [[main series]] which followed it, players were also able to pick the [[gender]] of the lead, more often than not to match their own. Each player character in the first four [[generation]]s of games has been aged ten; however the player characters in the upcoming fifth generation are expected to be older.

Aside from the standard that many of the games' player characters take in their journey, there are also several other ways in which other player characters complete their journey, such as [[Wes]] and [[Michael]] who must defeat [[Cipher]] and free all of their [[snagged Pokémon]] from their [[Shadow Pokémon|Shadow state]].

To date, only one player character has reappeared from an older generation in a role other than that of the player. In [[Generation II]] and {{gen|IV}}, when {{ga|Ethan}} or {{ga|Kris}}/{{ga|Lyra}} travels to [[Mt. Silver]] and reaches the deepest point of the cave, {{ga|Red}} is found, utterly silent as he was under the player's control. At the time of these games' respective releases, [[Red's Pikachu]] was the highest-leveled Pokémon owned by an in-game Trainer ({{ga|Barry}}'s fully evolved starter Pokémon temporarily surpassed the standard set in Gold and Silver until the release of their remakes, HeartGold and SoulSilver).

===Side series===
In the {{ga|Pokémon Ranger}} series, [[Solana]], [[Lunick]], [[Kellyn]], {{ra|Kate}}, [[Natsuya]] and [[Minami]] are not Pokémon Trainers, but instead {{OBP|Pokémon Ranger|Ranger series}}s. They use the Pokémon they have captured with the [[Capture Styler]] to help them along the way. They also have [[partner Pokémon]] that follow them wherever they go.

In the [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon|Mystery Dungeon series]], players play as actual Pokémon for the first time. Unlike most other Pokémon games, the player actually talks, but is given pre-generated phrases to say to questions.

In the Card GB series, [[Mark]] and [[Mint]] do not use actual Pokémon themselves, but cards instead.

Three unnamed player characters appear in [[Pokémon Stadium series]]. Japanese-only [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)|Pokémon Stadium]] featured one boy character, whose design was likely based on {{ga|Red}}. However, for [[Pokémon Stadium|the sequel]] a brand new boy character has been created. This player has also made it to [[Pokémon Stadium 2]], where he was given a female counterpart. She appears when a player uses a [[Pokémon Crystal]] Game Pak with the girl chosen in the saved game.

===Others===
In {{g|Snap}}, [[Todd Snap]] must strive for something different from Trainers. He must capture all the Pokémon on [[Pokémon Island]] — on film.

In [[Pokémon Trozei!]], the main protagonist is [[Lucy Fleetfoot]]. All the player has to do is tap the stage and Lucy accesses it. The player then plays the stage.

==Images==

===Main series===

====Handheld====
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|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Region}}
! colspan="6" style="background:#{{kanto color}}" | {{color2|{{kanto color dark}}|Kanto}}
! colspan="5" style="background:#{{johto color}}" | {{color2|{{johto color dark}}|Johto}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#{{hoenn color}}" | {{color2|{{hoenn color dark}}|Hoenn}}
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! style="background:#{{green color}}" | {{color2|{{green color dark}}|Pokémon Red and Green Versions|G}}
! style="background:#{{blue color}}" | {{color2|{{blue color dark}}|Pokémon Blue Version (Japanese)|B}}
! style="background:#{{yellow color}}" | {{color2|{{yellow color dark}}|Pokémon Yellow Version|Y}}
! style="background:#{{firered color}}" | {{color2|{{firered color dark}}|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FR}}
! style="background:#{{leafgreen color}}" | {{color2|{{leafgreen color dark}}|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|LG}}
! style="background:#{{gold color}}" | {{color2|{{gold color dark}}|Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|G}}
! style="background:#{{silver color}}" | {{color2|{{silver color dark}}|Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|S}}
! style="background:#{{crystal color}}" | {{color2|{{crystal color dark}}|Pokémon Crystal Version|C}}
! style="background:#{{heartgold color}}" | {{color2|{{heartgold color dark}}|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HG}}
! style="background:#{{soulsilver color}}" | {{color2|{{soulsilver color dark}}|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|SS}}
! style="background:#{{ruby color}}" | {{color2|{{ruby color dark}}|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|R}}
! style="background:#{{sapphire color light}}" | {{color2|{{sapphire color dark}}|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|S}}
! style="background:#{{emerald color}}" | {{color2|{{emerald color dark}}|Pokémon Emerald Version|E}}
! style="background:#{{diamond color}}" | {{color2|{{diamond color dark}}|Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|D}}
! style="background:#{{pearl color}}" | {{color2|{{pearl color dark}}|Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|P}}
! style="background:#{{platinum color}}" | {{color2|{{platinum color dark}}|Pokémon Platinum Version|Pt}}
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Male}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| colspan="6" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Red (game)|Red}}
| colspan="5" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Ethan (game)|Ethan}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Brendan (game)|Brendan}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lucas (game)|Lucas}}
|- style="background:#fff"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| align="center" colspan="3" | [[Image:Red main sprite.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Y Red.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:FRLG Red.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:GS Gold.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:C Gold.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:HGSS Hibiki.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS Brendan.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:E Brendan.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP Lucas.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Pt Lucas.png]]
|- style="background:#fff"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| align="center" colspan="3" | [[Image:Redback.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Y_Red_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:FRLG_Red_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="3" | [[Image:GS_Gold_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:HGSS_Gold_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS_Brendan_Back.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:E_Brendan_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP_Lucas_Back.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Pt_Lucas_Back.png]]
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Female}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| valign="center" rowspan="3" colspan="4" style="background:#fff" | {{color|000|No female player character}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Leaf (game)|Leaf}}
| align="center" rowspan="3" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color|000|No female player character}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Kris (game)|Kris}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lyra (game)|Lyra}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|May (game)|May}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Dawn (game)|Dawn}}
|- style="background:#fff"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:FRLG Leaf.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:C Kris.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:KotoneHGSS.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS May.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:E May.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP Dawn.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Pt Dawn.png]]
|-
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| align="center" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:FRLG_Leaf_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:C_Kris_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:HGSS Kotone Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS_May_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:E_May_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP_Dawn_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" | [[Image:Pt_Dawn_Back.png]]
|}
{{-}}

====Console====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Region}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Orre}}
|-
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#{{colo color}}" | {{color2|{{colo color dark}}|Pokémon Colosseum|Colo}}
! style="background:#{{xd color}}" | {{color2|{{xd color dark}}|Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness|XD}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Wes}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Michael}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Artwork}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Colosseum Wes 3D.png|60px]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:Michael.jpg|140px]]
|}
{{-}}

===Side series===
====Card GB series====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Trading Card Game (game)|TCG}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR!|TCG 2}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Mark}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Mint}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Artwork}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Mark.png|140px]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:Mint.png|140px]]
|}
{{-}}

====Stadium series====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)|Stadium (Japan)}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium|Stadium}} and {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium 2|Stadium 2}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium 2|Stadium 2}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Faceshot}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:SJP Player Boy.png]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:S S2 Player Boy.png]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:S2 Player Girl.png]]
|}
{{-}}

====Ranger series====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Region}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Fiore}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Almia}}
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Oblivia}}
|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#e04b0c" | {{color2|ffc2a2|Pokémon Ranger (game)|Ranger}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#0c1e44" | {{color2|7090e3|Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia|Shadows of Almia}}
! colspan="2" style="background:#2cb8e9" | {{color2|17607b|Pokémon Ranger: Locus of Light|Locus of Light}}
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Male}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lunick}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Kellyn}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Natsuya}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Lunick f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn st f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn ra f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn top f.png]]
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Natsuya f.png]]
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Lunick b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn st b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn ra b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn top b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Natsuya b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Natsuya b w.png]]
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Female}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Solana}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Kate (Ranger)|Kate}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Minami}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Solana f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate st f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate ra f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate top f.png]]
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Minami f.png]]
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Solana b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate st b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate ra b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate top b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Minami b.png]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px;" | [[File:Lol Minami b w.png]]
|}
{{-}}

====Mystery Dungeon series====
:''See: [[Starter Pokémon#Pokémon World|Starter Pokémon]]''

===Others===
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Snap|Snap}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Trozei!|Trozei}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Todd Snap|Todd}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lucy Fleetfoot|Lucy}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Image}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Toddsnap.png|140px]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:LucyFleetfoot.gif|140px]]
|}
{{-}}

==In the anime==
In the {{pkmn|anime}}, five of the player characters have been given major roles, three of them in the main anime series. {{Ash}} and [[Ritchie]] represent {{ga|Red}} (their game counterpart), being based on him in appearance as well as basic history. At the beginning of {{series2|Advanced Generation}}, {{an|May}} was introduced in order to better represent [[Generation III]] to viewers, as both [[Misty]] and [[Brock]] are characters native to [[Generation I]]. Likewise, at the beginning of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, {{an|Dawn}} joined Ash.

{{jo|Jimmy}} and {{jo|Marina}} appeared in ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]'' special, taking a similar role to Ash and his companions, fighting [[Team Rocket]] members to protect [[legendary Pokémon]]. While the protagonists of [[Generation II]] were not represented in Ash's party, these two filled the roles as the anime counterparts to {{ga|Ethan}} and {{ga|Kris}}.

{{an|Lyra}} appears in ''[[DP143|An Egg Scramble!]]'', and joins the group for a brief time.

So far, {{ga|Brendan}} has only made a few select cameo appearances at the begin of some of the [[Pokémon movie|movies]], while {{ga|Lucas}} made a cameo at the beginning of ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' battling {{ga|Brendan}}.

==Trivia==
* Despite the fact [[Generation I]] had no female playable character, there have been more female protagonists than male, with four boys and five girls throughout the main series. This is because Kris is the female protagonist in Pokémon Crystal and Lyra in Pokémon Heart Gold and Soul Silver, while Ethan is the male protagonist in each of the games.
* None of the male player characters from the [[main series]] (or their counterparts) have encountered {{Ash}}. {{jo|Jimmy}} was the only one besides Ash to have more than merely a cameo. Counting all Pokémon games, the only male player characters to have encountered Ash are [[Kellyn]] of {{g|Ranger: Shadows of Almia}}, [[Natsuya]] of {{g|Ranger: Locus of Light}} and [[Todd Snap|Todd]] of {{g|Snap}}.
* {{ga|Leaf}} is the only player character from the handheld games so far not to appear in the anime either through a cameo or a counterpart.
* [[Kellyn]], {{OBP|Kate|Ranger}}, and [[Todd Snap|Todd]] are the only player characters who do not wear any sort of headgear.
* {{ga|Red}}'s dialog during his appearance as an NPC in [[Generation II]] and [[Generation IV]] references the Pokémon games' player characters' status as silent protagonists. His dialog with the player character(s) of those games consists only of ellipses and an exclamation point when he is defeated.
* All player characters of the same gender have had the same list of default names since Generation III, with the exception of game-specific names such as Landon and Sean (for {{ga|Brendan}}) or Terra and Marina (for {{ga|May}}). The game-specific names have always been related to the title of the game, with the exception of those of the Hoenn characters' names, which are related to the powers of {{p|Groudon}} and {{p|Kyogre}}.
* In the main games, the given Japanese names of the male player characters (as NPCs) all end in ''ki'' ('''キ'''). This excludes Red's appearance in Generations II and IV, as he is not a player character during the games when he is an NPC. Inclusively, Lunick's Japanese name also ends in ''ki''.
* All the female player characters have had blue eyes in some form. {{ga|Kris}}, {{ga|May}}, {{ga|Dawn}}, and the female character from {{game|Black and White|s}} have blue eyes in all their sprites and artwork. {{ga|Leaf}} has blue eyes in her trainer sprite and {{ga|Lyra}} has blue eyes in her overworld sprites.

{{Player characters}}
[[Category:Game characters]]
[[Category:Playable characters|*]]

[[de:Protagonist]]
[[fr:Personnage jouable]]
[[ja:主人公]]

Player character

2010-05-22T03:11:22Z

Clark Griswald: /* Main series */

[[Image:RedStart.png|frame|{{ga|Red}}'s [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|Pokémon journey]] is about to begin....]]
A '''player character''' in the world of [[Pokémon]] is the protagonist of the {{pkmn|games}}, the avatar of the player. Player characters are usually remarkably silent, only able to answer yes and no to questions. This is so that the player can "fill in" what they imagine the character is thinking, feeling and acting, thus immersing the player within the world of the game.

==Gameplay==
===Main series===
[[File:PlayerCharactersGrouped.png|frame|The player characters of the first four generations of main series games (including redesigns)]]
[[File:Black_White_Players.png‎|frame|The player characters of the fifth generation of the main series games]]

In the mainstream games, the player characters are always [[Pokémon Trainer]]s beginning their [[Pokémon journey]]. While most player characters start their journey at the age of 10, the player characters in Generation V are set to be older. At the conclusion of their journey, most will have conquered a [[Pokémon League]]'s eight [[Gym Leader]]s and [[Elite Four]], and become the {{pkmn|Champion}}. Later games offer additional sidequests, although the main plot of the game is propelled by the Pokémon League challenge.

Those who do the above will most often start their journey in their hometown by getting, or shortly before getting, a [[starter Pokémon]], a Pokémon that appears very early in their native [[region]]'s [[Regional Pokédex|Pokédex]], and is of the {{t|Grass}}-, {{t|Fire}}-, or {{type2|Water}}. The region's native [[Pokémon professor]] will always give them this, as well as a Pokédex.

In {{game|Crystal}}, and each game in the [[main series]] which followed it, players were also able to pick the [[gender]] of the lead, more often than not to match their own. Each player character in the first four [[generation]]s of games has been aged ten; however the player characters in the upcoming fifth generation are expected to be older.

Aside from the standard that many of the games' player characters take in their journey, there are also several other ways in which other player characters complete their journey, such as [[Wes]] and [[Michael]] who must defeat [[Cipher]] and free all of their [[snagged Pokémon]] from their [[Shadow Pokémon|Shadow state]].

To date, only one player character has reappeared from an older generation in a role other than that of the player. In [[Generation II]] and {{gen|IV}}, when {{ga|Ethan}} or {{ga|Kris}}/{{ga|Lyra}} travels to [[Mt. Silver]] and reaches the deepest point of the cave, {{ga|Red}} is found, utterly silent as he was under the player's control. At the time of these games' respective releases, [[Red's Pikachu]] was the highest-leveled Pokémon owned by an in-game Trainer ({{ga|Barry}}'s fully evolved starter Pokémon temporarily surpassed the standard set in Gold and Silver until the release of their remakes, HeartGold and SoulSilver).

===Side series===
In the {{ga|Pokémon Ranger}} series, [[Solana]], [[Lunick]], [[Kellyn]], {{ra|Kate}}, [[Natsuya]] and [[Minami]] are not Pokémon Trainers, but instead {{OBP|Pokémon Ranger|Ranger series}}s. They use the Pokémon they have captured with the [[Capture Styler]] to help them along the way. They also have [[partner Pokémon]] that follow them wherever they go.

In the [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon|Mystery Dungeon series]], players play as actual Pokémon for the first time. Unlike most other Pokémon games, the player actually talks, but is given pre-generated phrases to say to questions.

In the Card GB series, [[Mark]] and [[Mint]] do not use actual Pokémon themselves, but cards instead.

Three unnamed player characters appear in [[Pokémon Stadium series]]. Japanese-only [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)|Pokémon Stadium]] featured one boy character, whose design was likely based on {{ga|Red}}. However, for [[Pokémon Stadium|the sequel]] a brand new boy character has been created. This player has also made it to [[Pokémon Stadium 2]], where he was given a female counterpart. She appears when a player uses a [[Pokémon Crystal]] Game Pak with the girl chosen in the saved game.

===Others===
In {{g|Snap}}, [[Todd Snap]] must strive for something different from Trainers. He must capture all the Pokémon on [[Pokémon Island]] — on film.

In [[Pokémon Trozei!]], the main protagonist is [[Lucy Fleetfoot]]. All the player has to do is tap the stage and Lucy accesses it. The player then plays the stage.

==Images==

===Main series===

====Handheld====
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|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Region}}
! colspan="6" style="background:#{{kanto color}}" | {{color2|{{kanto color dark}}|Kanto}}
! colspan="5" style="background:#{{johto color}}" | {{color2|{{johto color dark}}|Johto}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#{{hoenn color}}" | {{color2|{{hoenn color dark}}|Hoenn}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#{{sinnoh color}}; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|{{sinnoh color dark}}|Sinnoh}}
|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#{{red color}}" | {{color2|{{red color dark}}|Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|R}}
! style="background:#{{green color}}" | {{color2|{{green color dark}}|Pokémon Red and Green Versions|G}}
! style="background:#{{blue color}}" | {{color2|{{blue color dark}}|Pokémon Blue Version (Japanese)|B}}
! style="background:#{{yellow color}}" | {{color2|{{yellow color dark}}|Pokémon Yellow Version|Y}}
! style="background:#{{firered color}}" | {{color2|{{firered color dark}}|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FR}}
! style="background:#{{leafgreen color}}" | {{color2|{{leafgreen color dark}}|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|LG}}
! style="background:#{{gold color}}" | {{color2|{{gold color dark}}|Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|G}}
! style="background:#{{silver color}}" | {{color2|{{silver color dark}}|Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|S}}
! style="background:#{{crystal color}}" | {{color2|{{crystal color dark}}|Pokémon Crystal Version|C}}
! style="background:#{{heartgold color}}" | {{color2|{{heartgold color dark}}|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HG}}
! style="background:#{{soulsilver color}}" | {{color2|{{soulsilver color dark}}|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|SS}}
! style="background:#{{ruby color}}" | {{color2|{{ruby color dark}}|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|R}}
! style="background:#{{sapphire color light}}" | {{color2|{{sapphire color dark}}|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|S}}
! style="background:#{{emerald color}}" | {{color2|{{emerald color dark}}|Pokémon Emerald Version|E}}
! style="background:#{{diamond color}}" | {{color2|{{diamond color dark}}|Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|D}}
! style="background:#{{pearl color}}" | {{color2|{{pearl color dark}}|Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|P}}
! style="background:#{{platinum color}}" | {{color2|{{platinum color dark}}|Pokémon Platinum Version|Pt}}
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Male}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| colspan="6" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Red (game)|Red}}
| colspan="5" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Ethan (game)|Ethan}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Brendan (game)|Brendan}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lucas (game)|Lucas}}
|- style="background:#fff"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| align="center" colspan="3" | [[Image:Red main sprite.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Y Red.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:FRLG Red.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:GS Gold.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:C Gold.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:HGSS Hibiki.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS Brendan.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:E Brendan.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP Lucas.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Pt Lucas.png]]
|- style="background:#fff"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| align="center" colspan="3" | [[Image:Redback.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Y_Red_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:FRLG_Red_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="3" | [[Image:GS_Gold_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:HGSS_Gold_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS_Brendan_Back.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:E_Brendan_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP_Lucas_Back.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Pt_Lucas_Back.png]]
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Female}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| valign="center" rowspan="3" colspan="4" style="background:#fff" | {{color|000|No female player character}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Leaf (game)|Leaf}}
| align="center" rowspan="3" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color|000|No female player character}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Kris (game)|Kris}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lyra (game)|Lyra}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|May (game)|May}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Dawn (game)|Dawn}}
|- style="background:#fff"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:FRLG Leaf.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:C Kris.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:KotoneHGSS.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS May.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:E May.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP Dawn.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Pt Dawn.png]]
|-
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| align="center" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:FRLG_Leaf_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:C_Kris_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:HGSS Kotone Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS_May_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:E_May_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP_Dawn_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" | [[Image:Pt_Dawn_Back.png]]
|}
{{-}}

====Console====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Region}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Orre}}
|-
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#{{colo color}}" | {{color2|{{colo color dark}}|Pokémon Colosseum|Colo}}
! style="background:#{{xd color}}" | {{color2|{{xd color dark}}|Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness|XD}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Wes}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Michael}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Artwork}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Colosseum Wes 3D.png|60px]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:Michael.jpg|140px]]
|}
{{-}}

===Side series===
====Card GB series====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Trading Card Game (game)|TCG}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR!|TCG 2}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Mark}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Mint}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Artwork}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Mark.png|140px]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:Mint.png|140px]]
|}
{{-}}

====Stadium series====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)|Stadium (Japan)}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium|Stadium}} and {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium 2|Stadium 2}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium 2|Stadium 2}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Faceshot}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:SJP Player Boy.png]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:S S2 Player Boy.png]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:S2 Player Girl.png]]
|}
{{-}}

====Ranger series====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Region}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Fiore}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Almia}}
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Oblivia}}
|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#e04b0c" | {{color2|ffc2a2|Pokémon Ranger (game)|Ranger}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#0c1e44" | {{color2|7090e3|Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia|Shadows of Almia}}
! colspan="2" style="background:#2cb8e9" | {{color2|17607b|Pokémon Ranger: Locus of Light|Locus of Light}}
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Male}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lunick}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Kellyn}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Natsuya}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Lunick f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn st f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn ra f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn top f.png]]
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Natsuya f.png]]
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Lunick b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn st b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn ra b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn top b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Natsuya b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Natsuya b w.png]]
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Female}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Solana}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Kate (Ranger)|Kate}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Minami}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Solana f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate st f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate ra f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate top f.png]]
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Minami f.png]]
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Solana b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate st b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate ra b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate top b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Minami b.png]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px;" | [[File:Lol Minami b w.png]]
|}
{{-}}

====Mystery Dungeon series====
:''See: [[Starter Pokémon#Pokémon World|Starter Pokémon]]''

===Others===
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Snap|Snap}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Trozei!|Trozei}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Todd Snap|Todd}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lucy Fleetfoot|Lucy}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Image}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Toddsnap.png|140px]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:LucyFleetfoot.gif|140px]]
|}
{{-}}

==In the anime==
In the {{pkmn|anime}}, five of the player characters have been given major roles, three of them in the main anime series. {{Ash}} and [[Ritchie]] represent {{ga|Red}} (their game counterpart), being based on him in appearance as well as basic history. At the beginning of {{series2|Advanced Generation}}, {{an|May}} was introduced in order to better represent [[Generation III]] to viewers, as both [[Misty]] and [[Brock]] are characters native to [[Generation I]]. Likewise, at the beginning of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, {{an|Dawn}} joined Ash.

{{jo|Jimmy}} and {{jo|Marina}} appeared in ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]'' special, taking a similar role to Ash and his companions, fighting [[Team Rocket]] members to protect [[legendary Pokémon]]. While the protagonists of [[Generation II]] were not represented in Ash's party, these two filled the roles as the anime counterparts to {{ga|Ethan}} and {{ga|Kris}}.

{{an|Lyra}} appears in ''[[DP143|An Egg Scramble!]]'', and joins the group for a brief time.

So far, {{ga|Brendan}} has only made a few select cameo appearances at the begin of some of the [[Pokémon movie|movies]], while {{ga|Lucas}} made a cameo at the beginning of ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' battling {{ga|Brendan}}.

==Trivia==
* Despite the fact [[Generation I]] had no female playable character, there have been more female protagonists than male, with four boys and five girls throughout the main series. This is because Kris is the female protagonist in Pokémon Crystal and Lyra in Pokémon Heart Gold and Soul Silver, while Ethan is the male protagonist in each of the games.
* None of the male player characters from the [[main series]] (or their counterparts) have encountered {{Ash}}. {{jo|Jimmy}} was the only one besides Ash to have more than merely a cameo. Counting all Pokémon games, the only male player characters to have encountered Ash are [[Kellyn]] of {{g|Ranger: Shadows of Almia}}, [[Natsuya]] of {{g|Ranger: Locus of Light}} and [[Todd Snap|Todd]] of {{g|Snap}}.
* {{ga|Leaf}} is the only player character from the handheld games so far not to appear in the anime either through a cameo or a counterpart.
* [[Kellyn]], {{OBP|Kate|Ranger}}, and [[Todd Snap|Todd]] are the only player characters who do not wear any sort of headgear.
* {{ga|Red}}'s dialog during his appearance as an NPC in [[Generation II]] and [[Generation IV]] references the Pokémon games' player characters' status as silent protagonists. His dialog with the player character(s) of those games consists only of ellipses and an exclamation point when he is defeated.
* All player characters of the same gender have had the same list of default names since Generation III, with the exception of game-specific names such as Landon and Sean (for {{ga|Brendan}}) or Terra and Marina (for {{ga|May}}). The game-specific names have always been related to the title of the game, with the exception of those of the Hoenn characters' names, which are related to the powers of {{p|Groudon}} and {{p|Kyogre}}.
* In the main games, the given Japanese names of the male player characters (as NPCs) all end in ''ki'' ('''キ'''). This excludes Red's appearance in Generations II and IV, as he is not a player character during the games when he is an NPC. Inclusively, Lunick's Japanese name also ends in ''ki''.
* All the female player characters have had blue eyes in some form. {{ga|Kris}}, {{ga|May}}, {{ga|Dawn}}, and the female character from {{game|Black and White|s}} have blue eyes in all their sprites and artwork. {{ga|Leaf}} has blue eyes in her trainer sprite and {{ga|Lyra}} has blue eyes in her overworld sprites.

{{Player characters}}
[[Category:Game characters]]
[[Category:Playable characters|*]]

[[de:Protagonist]]
[[fr:Personnage jouable]]
[[ja:主人公]]

Player character

2010-05-22T03:08:45Z

Clark Griswald:

[[Image:RedStart.png|frame|{{ga|Red}}'s [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|Pokémon journey]] is about to begin....]]
A '''player character''' in the world of [[Pokémon]] is the protagonist of the {{pkmn|games}}, the avatar of the player. Player characters are usually remarkably silent, only able to answer yes and no to questions. This is so that the player can "fill in" what they imagine the character is thinking, feeling and acting, thus immersing the player within the world of the game.

==Gameplay==
===Main series===
[[File:PlayerCharactersGrouped.png|frame|The player characters of the first four generations of main series games (including redesigns)]]
[[File:Black White Players.png|frame|The player characters of the fifth generation of the main series games]]

In the mainstream games, the player characters are always [[Pokémon Trainer]]s beginning their [[Pokémon journey]]. While most player characters start their journey at the age of 10, the player characters in Generation V are set to be older. At the conclusion of their journey, most will have conquered a [[Pokémon League]]'s eight [[Gym Leader]]s and [[Elite Four]], and become the {{pkmn|Champion}}. Later games offer additional sidequests, although the main plot of the game is propelled by the Pokémon League challenge.

Those who do the above will most often start their journey in their hometown by getting, or shortly before getting, a [[starter Pokémon]], a Pokémon that appears very early in their native [[region]]'s [[Regional Pokédex|Pokédex]], and is of the {{t|Grass}}-, {{t|Fire}}-, or {{type2|Water}}. The region's native [[Pokémon professor]] will always give them this, as well as a Pokédex.

In {{game|Crystal}}, and each game in the [[main series]] which followed it, players were also able to pick the [[gender]] of the lead, more often than not to match their own. Each player character in the first four [[generation]]s of games has been aged ten; however the player characters in the upcoming fifth generation are expected to be older.

Aside from the standard that many of the games' player characters take in their journey, there are also several other ways in which other player characters complete their journey, such as [[Wes]] and [[Michael]] who must defeat [[Cipher]] and free all of their [[snagged Pokémon]] from their [[Shadow Pokémon|Shadow state]].

To date, only one player character has reappeared from an older generation in a role other than that of the player. In [[Generation II]] and {{gen|IV}}, when {{ga|Ethan}} or {{ga|Kris}}/{{ga|Lyra}} travels to [[Mt. Silver]] and reaches the deepest point of the cave, {{ga|Red}} is found, utterly silent as he was under the player's control. At the time of these games' respective releases, [[Red's Pikachu]] was the highest-leveled Pokémon owned by an in-game Trainer ({{ga|Barry}}'s fully evolved starter Pokémon temporarily surpassed the standard set in Gold and Silver until the release of their remakes, HeartGold and SoulSilver).

===Side series===
In the {{ga|Pokémon Ranger}} series, [[Solana]], [[Lunick]], [[Kellyn]], {{ra|Kate}}, [[Natsuya]] and [[Minami]] are not Pokémon Trainers, but instead {{OBP|Pokémon Ranger|Ranger series}}s. They use the Pokémon they have captured with the [[Capture Styler]] to help them along the way. They also have [[partner Pokémon]] that follow them wherever they go.

In the [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon|Mystery Dungeon series]], players play as actual Pokémon for the first time. Unlike most other Pokémon games, the player actually talks, but is given pre-generated phrases to say to questions.

In the Card GB series, [[Mark]] and [[Mint]] do not use actual Pokémon themselves, but cards instead.

Three unnamed player characters appear in [[Pokémon Stadium series]]. Japanese-only [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)|Pokémon Stadium]] featured one boy character, whose design was likely based on {{ga|Red}}. However, for [[Pokémon Stadium|the sequel]] a brand new boy character has been created. This player has also made it to [[Pokémon Stadium 2]], where he was given a female counterpart. She appears when a player uses a [[Pokémon Crystal]] Game Pak with the girl chosen in the saved game.

===Others===
In {{g|Snap}}, [[Todd Snap]] must strive for something different from Trainers. He must capture all the Pokémon on [[Pokémon Island]] — on film.

In [[Pokémon Trozei!]], the main protagonist is [[Lucy Fleetfoot]]. All the player has to do is tap the stage and Lucy accesses it. The player then plays the stage.

==Images==

===Main series===

====Handheld====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Region}}
! colspan="6" style="background:#{{kanto color}}" | {{color2|{{kanto color dark}}|Kanto}}
! colspan="5" style="background:#{{johto color}}" | {{color2|{{johto color dark}}|Johto}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#{{hoenn color}}" | {{color2|{{hoenn color dark}}|Hoenn}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#{{sinnoh color}}; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|{{sinnoh color dark}}|Sinnoh}}
|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#{{red color}}" | {{color2|{{red color dark}}|Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|R}}
! style="background:#{{green color}}" | {{color2|{{green color dark}}|Pokémon Red and Green Versions|G}}
! style="background:#{{blue color}}" | {{color2|{{blue color dark}}|Pokémon Blue Version (Japanese)|B}}
! style="background:#{{yellow color}}" | {{color2|{{yellow color dark}}|Pokémon Yellow Version|Y}}
! style="background:#{{firered color}}" | {{color2|{{firered color dark}}|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FR}}
! style="background:#{{leafgreen color}}" | {{color2|{{leafgreen color dark}}|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|LG}}
! style="background:#{{gold color}}" | {{color2|{{gold color dark}}|Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|G}}
! style="background:#{{silver color}}" | {{color2|{{silver color dark}}|Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|S}}
! style="background:#{{crystal color}}" | {{color2|{{crystal color dark}}|Pokémon Crystal Version|C}}
! style="background:#{{heartgold color}}" | {{color2|{{heartgold color dark}}|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HG}}
! style="background:#{{soulsilver color}}" | {{color2|{{soulsilver color dark}}|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|SS}}
! style="background:#{{ruby color}}" | {{color2|{{ruby color dark}}|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|R}}
! style="background:#{{sapphire color light}}" | {{color2|{{sapphire color dark}}|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|S}}
! style="background:#{{emerald color}}" | {{color2|{{emerald color dark}}|Pokémon Emerald Version|E}}
! style="background:#{{diamond color}}" | {{color2|{{diamond color dark}}|Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|D}}
! style="background:#{{pearl color}}" | {{color2|{{pearl color dark}}|Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|P}}
! style="background:#{{platinum color}}" | {{color2|{{platinum color dark}}|Pokémon Platinum Version|Pt}}
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Male}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| colspan="6" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Red (game)|Red}}
| colspan="5" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Ethan (game)|Ethan}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Brendan (game)|Brendan}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lucas (game)|Lucas}}
|- style="background:#fff"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| align="center" colspan="3" | [[Image:Red main sprite.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Y Red.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:FRLG Red.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:GS Gold.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:C Gold.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:HGSS Hibiki.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS Brendan.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:E Brendan.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP Lucas.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Pt Lucas.png]]
|- style="background:#fff"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| align="center" colspan="3" | [[Image:Redback.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Y_Red_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:FRLG_Red_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="3" | [[Image:GS_Gold_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:HGSS_Gold_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS_Brendan_Back.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:E_Brendan_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP_Lucas_Back.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Pt_Lucas_Back.png]]
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Female}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| valign="center" rowspan="3" colspan="4" style="background:#fff" | {{color|000|No female player character}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Leaf (game)|Leaf}}
| align="center" rowspan="3" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color|000|No female player character}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Kris (game)|Kris}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lyra (game)|Lyra}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|May (game)|May}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Dawn (game)|Dawn}}
|- style="background:#fff"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:FRLG Leaf.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:C Kris.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:KotoneHGSS.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS May.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:E May.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP Dawn.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Pt Dawn.png]]
|-
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| align="center" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:FRLG_Leaf_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:C_Kris_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:HGSS Kotone Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS_May_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:E_May_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP_Dawn_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" | [[Image:Pt_Dawn_Back.png]]
|}
{{-}}

====Console====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Region}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Orre}}
|-
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#{{colo color}}" | {{color2|{{colo color dark}}|Pokémon Colosseum|Colo}}
! style="background:#{{xd color}}" | {{color2|{{xd color dark}}|Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness|XD}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Wes}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Michael}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Artwork}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Colosseum Wes 3D.png|60px]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:Michael.jpg|140px]]
|}
{{-}}

===Side series===
====Card GB series====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Trading Card Game (game)|TCG}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR!|TCG 2}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Mark}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Mint}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Artwork}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Mark.png|140px]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:Mint.png|140px]]
|}
{{-}}

====Stadium series====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)|Stadium (Japan)}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium|Stadium}} and {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium 2|Stadium 2}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium 2|Stadium 2}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Faceshot}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:SJP Player Boy.png]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:S S2 Player Boy.png]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:S2 Player Girl.png]]
|}
{{-}}

====Ranger series====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Region}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Fiore}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Almia}}
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Oblivia}}
|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#e04b0c" | {{color2|ffc2a2|Pokémon Ranger (game)|Ranger}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#0c1e44" | {{color2|7090e3|Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia|Shadows of Almia}}
! colspan="2" style="background:#2cb8e9" | {{color2|17607b|Pokémon Ranger: Locus of Light|Locus of Light}}
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Male}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lunick}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Kellyn}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Natsuya}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Lunick f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn st f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn ra f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn top f.png]]
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Natsuya f.png]]
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Lunick b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn st b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn ra b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn top b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Natsuya b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Natsuya b w.png]]
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Female}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Solana}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Kate (Ranger)|Kate}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Minami}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Solana f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate st f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate ra f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate top f.png]]
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Minami f.png]]
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Solana b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate st b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate ra b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate top b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Minami b.png]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px;" | [[File:Lol Minami b w.png]]
|}
{{-}}

====Mystery Dungeon series====
:''See: [[Starter Pokémon#Pokémon World|Starter Pokémon]]''

===Others===
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Snap|Snap}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Trozei!|Trozei}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Todd Snap|Todd}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lucy Fleetfoot|Lucy}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Image}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Toddsnap.png|140px]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:LucyFleetfoot.gif|140px]]
|}
{{-}}

==In the anime==
In the {{pkmn|anime}}, five of the player characters have been given major roles, three of them in the main anime series. {{Ash}} and [[Ritchie]] represent {{ga|Red}} (their game counterpart), being based on him in appearance as well as basic history. At the beginning of {{series2|Advanced Generation}}, {{an|May}} was introduced in order to better represent [[Generation III]] to viewers, as both [[Misty]] and [[Brock]] are characters native to [[Generation I]]. Likewise, at the beginning of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, {{an|Dawn}} joined Ash.

{{jo|Jimmy}} and {{jo|Marina}} appeared in ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]'' special, taking a similar role to Ash and his companions, fighting [[Team Rocket]] members to protect [[legendary Pokémon]]. While the protagonists of [[Generation II]] were not represented in Ash's party, these two filled the roles as the anime counterparts to {{ga|Ethan}} and {{ga|Kris}}.

{{an|Lyra}} appears in ''[[DP143|An Egg Scramble!]]'', and joins the group for a brief time.

So far, {{ga|Brendan}} has only made a few select cameo appearances at the begin of some of the [[Pokémon movie|movies]], while {{ga|Lucas}} made a cameo at the beginning of ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' battling {{ga|Brendan}}.

==Trivia==
* Despite the fact [[Generation I]] had no female playable character, there have been more female protagonists than male, with four boys and five girls throughout the main series. This is because Kris is the female protagonist in Pokémon Crystal and Lyra in Pokémon Heart Gold and Soul Silver, while Ethan is the male protagonist in each of the games.
* None of the male player characters from the [[main series]] (or their counterparts) have encountered {{Ash}}. {{jo|Jimmy}} was the only one besides Ash to have more than merely a cameo. Counting all Pokémon games, the only male player characters to have encountered Ash are [[Kellyn]] of {{g|Ranger: Shadows of Almia}}, [[Natsuya]] of {{g|Ranger: Locus of Light}} and [[Todd Snap|Todd]] of {{g|Snap}}.
* {{ga|Leaf}} is the only player character from the handheld games so far not to appear in the anime either through a cameo or a counterpart.
* [[Kellyn]], {{OBP|Kate|Ranger}}, and [[Todd Snap|Todd]] are the only player characters who do not wear any sort of headgear.
* {{ga|Red}}'s dialog during his appearance as an NPC in [[Generation II]] and [[Generation IV]] references the Pokémon games' player characters' status as silent protagonists. His dialog with the player character(s) of those games consists only of ellipses and an exclamation point when he is defeated.
* All player characters of the same gender have had the same list of default names since Generation III, with the exception of game-specific names such as Landon and Sean (for {{ga|Brendan}}) or Terra and Marina (for {{ga|May}}). The game-specific names have always been related to the title of the game, with the exception of those of the Hoenn characters' names, which are related to the powers of {{p|Groudon}} and {{p|Kyogre}}.
* In the main games, the given Japanese names of the male player characters (as NPCs) all end in ''ki'' ('''キ'''). This excludes Red's appearance in Generations II and IV, as he is not a player character during the games when he is an NPC. Inclusively, Lunick's Japanese name also ends in ''ki''.
* All the female player characters have had blue eyes in some form. {{ga|Kris}}, {{ga|May}}, {{ga|Dawn}}, and the female character from {{game|Black and White|s}} have blue eyes in all their sprites and artwork. {{ga|Leaf}} has blue eyes in her trainer sprite and {{ga|Lyra}} has blue eyes in her overworld sprites.

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2010-05-21T21:53:34Z

Clark Griswald: /* Main series */

[[Image:RedStart.png|frame|{{ga|Red}}'s [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|Pokémon journey]] is about to begin....]]
A '''player character''' in the world of [[Pokémon]] is the protagonist of the {{pkmn|games}}, the avatar of the player. Player characters are usually remarkably silent, only able to answer yes and no to questions. This is so that the player can "fill in" what they imagine the character is thinking, feeling and acting, thus immersing the player within the world of the game.

==Gameplay==
===Main series===
[[File:PlayerCharactersGrouped.png|frame|The player characters of the first four generations of main series games (including redesigns)]]
[[File:WB Trainers2.jpg|right|thumb|250px|The player characters of the fifth generation of the main series]]
In the mainstream games, the player characters are always [[Pokémon Trainer]]s beginning their [[Pokémon journey]]. While most player characters start their journey at the age of 10, the player characters in Generation V are set to be older. At the conclusion of their journey, most will have conquered a [[Pokémon League]]'s eight [[Gym Leader]]s and [[Elite Four]], and become the {{pkmn|Champion}}. Later games offer additional sidequests, although the main plot of the game is propelled by the Pokémon League challenge.

Those who do the above will most often start their journey in their hometown by getting, or shortly before getting, a [[starter Pokémon]], a Pokémon that appears very early in their native [[region]]'s [[Regional Pokédex|Pokédex]], and is of the {{t|Grass}}-, {{t|Fire}}-, or {{type2|Water}}. The region's native [[Pokémon professor]] will always give them this, as well as a Pokédex.

In {{game|Crystal}}, and each game in the [[main series]] which followed it, players were also able to pick the [[gender]] of the lead, more often than not to match their own. Each player character in the first four [[generation]]s of games has been aged ten; however the player characters in the upcoming fifth generation are expected to be older.

Aside from the standard that many of the games' player characters take in their journey, there are also several other ways in which other player characters complete their journey, such as [[Wes]] and [[Michael]] who must defeat [[Cipher]] and free all of their [[snagged Pokémon]] from their [[Shadow Pokémon|Shadow state]].

To date, only one player character has reappeared from an older generation in a role other than that of the player. In [[Generation II]] and {{gen|IV}}, when {{ga|Ethan}} or {{ga|Kris}}/{{ga|Lyra}} travels to [[Mt. Silver]] and reaches the deepest point of the cave, {{ga|Red}} is found, utterly silent as he was under the player's control. At the time of these games' respective releases, [[Red's Pikachu]] was the highest-leveled Pokémon owned by an in-game Trainer ({{ga|Barry}}'s fully evolved starter Pokémon temporarily surpassed the standard set in Gold and Silver until the release of their remakes, HeartGold and SoulSilver).

===Side series===
In the {{ga|Pokémon Ranger}} series, [[Solana]], [[Lunick]], [[Kellyn]], {{ra|Kate}}, [[Natsuya]] and [[Minami]] are not Pokémon Trainers, but instead {{OBP|Pokémon Ranger|Ranger series}}s. They use the Pokémon they have captured with the [[Capture Styler]] to help them along the way. They also have [[partner Pokémon]] that follow them wherever they go.

In the [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon|Mystery Dungeon series]], players play as actual Pokémon for the first time. Unlike most other Pokémon games, the player actually talks, but is given pre-generated phrases to say to questions.

In the Card GB series, [[Mark]] and [[Mint]] do not use actual Pokémon themselves, but cards instead.

Three unnamed player characters appear in [[Pokémon Stadium series]]. Japanese-only [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)|Pokémon Stadium]] featured one boy character, whose design was likely based on {{ga|Red}}. However, for [[Pokémon Stadium|the sequel]] a brand new boy character has been created. This player has also made it to [[Pokémon Stadium 2]], where he was given a female counterpart. She appears when a player uses a [[Pokémon Crystal]] Game Pak with the girl chosen in the saved game.

===Others===
In {{g|Snap}}, [[Todd Snap]] must strive for something different from Trainers. He must capture all the Pokémon on [[Pokémon Island]] — on film.

In [[Pokémon Trozei!]], the main protagonist is [[Lucy Fleetfoot]]. All the player has to do is tap the stage and Lucy accesses it. The player then plays the stage.

==Images==

===Main series===

====Handheld====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Region}}
! colspan="6" style="background:#{{kanto color}}" | {{color2|{{kanto color dark}}|Kanto}}
! colspan="5" style="background:#{{johto color}}" | {{color2|{{johto color dark}}|Johto}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#{{hoenn color}}" | {{color2|{{hoenn color dark}}|Hoenn}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#{{sinnoh color}}; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|{{sinnoh color dark}}|Sinnoh}}
|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#{{red color}}" | {{color2|{{red color dark}}|Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|R}}
! style="background:#{{green color}}" | {{color2|{{green color dark}}|Pokémon Red and Green Versions|G}}
! style="background:#{{blue color}}" | {{color2|{{blue color dark}}|Pokémon Blue Version (Japanese)|B}}
! style="background:#{{yellow color}}" | {{color2|{{yellow color dark}}|Pokémon Yellow Version|Y}}
! style="background:#{{firered color}}" | {{color2|{{firered color dark}}|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FR}}
! style="background:#{{leafgreen color}}" | {{color2|{{leafgreen color dark}}|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|LG}}
! style="background:#{{gold color}}" | {{color2|{{gold color dark}}|Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|G}}
! style="background:#{{silver color}}" | {{color2|{{silver color dark}}|Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|S}}
! style="background:#{{crystal color}}" | {{color2|{{crystal color dark}}|Pokémon Crystal Version|C}}
! style="background:#{{heartgold color}}" | {{color2|{{heartgold color dark}}|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HG}}
! style="background:#{{soulsilver color}}" | {{color2|{{soulsilver color dark}}|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|SS}}
! style="background:#{{ruby color}}" | {{color2|{{ruby color dark}}|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|R}}
! style="background:#{{sapphire color light}}" | {{color2|{{sapphire color dark}}|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|S}}
! style="background:#{{emerald color}}" | {{color2|{{emerald color dark}}|Pokémon Emerald Version|E}}
! style="background:#{{diamond color}}" | {{color2|{{diamond color dark}}|Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|D}}
! style="background:#{{pearl color}}" | {{color2|{{pearl color dark}}|Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|P}}
! style="background:#{{platinum color}}" | {{color2|{{platinum color dark}}|Pokémon Platinum Version|Pt}}
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Male}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| colspan="6" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Red (game)|Red}}
| colspan="5" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Ethan (game)|Ethan}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Brendan (game)|Brendan}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lucas (game)|Lucas}}
|- style="background:#fff"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| align="center" colspan="3" | [[Image:Red main sprite.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Y Red.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:FRLG Red.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:GS Gold.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:C Gold.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:HGSS Hibiki.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS Brendan.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:E Brendan.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP Lucas.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Pt Lucas.png]]
|- style="background:#fff"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| align="center" colspan="3" | [[Image:Redback.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Y_Red_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:FRLG_Red_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="3" | [[Image:GS_Gold_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:HGSS_Gold_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS_Brendan_Back.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:E_Brendan_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP_Lucas_Back.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Pt_Lucas_Back.png]]
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Female}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| valign="center" rowspan="3" colspan="4" style="background:#fff" | {{color|000|No female player character}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Leaf (game)|Leaf}}
| align="center" rowspan="3" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color|000|No female player character}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Kris (game)|Kris}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lyra (game)|Lyra}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|May (game)|May}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Dawn (game)|Dawn}}
|- style="background:#fff"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:FRLG Leaf.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:C Kris.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:KotoneHGSS.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS May.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:E May.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP Dawn.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Pt Dawn.png]]
|-
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| align="center" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:FRLG_Leaf_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:C_Kris_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:HGSS Kotone Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS_May_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:E_May_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP_Dawn_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" | [[Image:Pt_Dawn_Back.png]]
|}
{{-}}

====Console====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Region}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Orre}}
|-
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#{{colo color}}" | {{color2|{{colo color dark}}|Pokémon Colosseum|Colo}}
! style="background:#{{xd color}}" | {{color2|{{xd color dark}}|Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness|XD}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Wes}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Michael}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Artwork}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Colosseum Wes 3D.png|60px]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:Michael.jpg|140px]]
|}
{{-}}

===Side series===
====Card GB series====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Trading Card Game (game)|TCG}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR!|TCG 2}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Mark}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Mint}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Artwork}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Mark.png|140px]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:Mint.png|140px]]
|}
{{-}}

====Stadium series====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)|Stadium (Japan)}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium|Stadium}} and {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium 2|Stadium 2}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium 2|Stadium 2}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Faceshot}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:SJP Player Boy.png]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:S S2 Player Boy.png]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:S2 Player Girl.png]]
|}
{{-}}

====Ranger series====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Region}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Fiore}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Almia}}
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Oblivia}}
|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#e04b0c" | {{color2|ffc2a2|Pokémon Ranger (game)|Ranger}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#0c1e44" | {{color2|7090e3|Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia|Shadows of Almia}}
! colspan="2" style="background:#2cb8e9" | {{color2|17607b|Pokémon Ranger: Locus of Light|Locus of Light}}
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Male}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lunick}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Kellyn}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Natsuya}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Lunick f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn st f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn ra f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn top f.png]]
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Natsuya f.png]]
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Lunick b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn st b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn ra b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn top b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Natsuya b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Natsuya b w.png]]
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Female}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Solana}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Kate (Ranger)|Kate}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Minami}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Solana f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate st f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate ra f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate top f.png]]
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Minami f.png]]
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Solana b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate st b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate ra b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate top b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Minami b.png]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px;" | [[File:Lol Minami b w.png]]
|}
{{-}}

====Mystery Dungeon series====
:''See: [[Starter Pokémon#Pokémon World|Starter Pokémon]]''

===Others===
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Snap|Snap}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Trozei!|Trozei}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Todd Snap|Todd}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lucy Fleetfoot|Lucy}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Image}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Toddsnap.png|140px]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:LucyFleetfoot.gif|140px]]
|}
{{-}}

==In the anime==
In the {{pkmn|anime}}, five of the player characters have been given major roles, three of them in the main anime series. {{Ash}} and [[Ritchie]] represent {{ga|Red}} (their game counterpart), being based on him in appearance as well as basic history. At the beginning of {{series2|Advanced Generation}}, {{an|May}} was introduced in order to better represent [[Generation III]] to viewers, as both [[Misty]] and [[Brock]] are characters native to [[Generation I]]. Likewise, at the beginning of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, {{an|Dawn}} joined Ash.

{{jo|Jimmy}} and {{jo|Marina}} appeared in ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]'' special, taking a similar role to Ash and his companions, fighting [[Team Rocket]] members to protect [[legendary Pokémon]]. While the protagonists of [[Generation II]] were not represented in Ash's party, these two filled the roles as the anime counterparts to {{ga|Ethan}} and {{ga|Kris}}.

{{an|Lyra}} appears in ''[[DP143|An Egg Scramble!]]'', and joins the group for a brief time.

So far, {{ga|Brendan}} has only made a few select cameo appearances at the begin of some of the [[Pokémon movie|movies]], while {{ga|Lucas}} made a cameo at the beginning of ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' battling {{ga|Brendan}}.

==Trivia==
* Despite the fact [[Generation I]] had no female playable character, there have been more female protagonists than male, with four boys and five girls throughout the main series. This is because Kris is the female protagonist in Pokémon Crystal and Lyra in Pokémon Heart Gold and Soul Silver, while Ethan is the male protagonist in each of the games.
* None of the male player characters from the [[main series]] (or their counterparts) have encountered {{Ash}}. {{jo|Jimmy}} was the only one besides Ash to have more than merely a cameo. Counting all Pokémon games, the only male player characters to have encountered Ash are [[Kellyn]] of {{g|Ranger: Shadows of Almia}}, [[Natsuya]] of {{g|Ranger: Locus of Light}} and [[Todd Snap|Todd]] of {{g|Snap}}.
* {{ga|Leaf}} is the only player character from the handheld games so far not to appear in the anime either through a cameo or a counterpart.
* [[Kellyn]], {{OBP|Kate|Ranger}}, and [[Todd Snap|Todd]] are the only player characters who do not wear any sort of headgear.
* {{ga|Red}}'s dialog during his appearance as an NPC in [[Generation II]] and [[Generation IV]] references the Pokémon games' player characters' status as silent protagonists. His dialog with the player character(s) of those games consists only of ellipses and an exclamation point when he is defeated.
* All player characters of the same gender have had the same list of default names since Generation III, with the exception of game-specific names such as Landon and Sean (for {{ga|Brendan}}) or Terra and Marina (for {{ga|May}}). The game-specific names have always been related to the title of the game, with the exception of those of the Hoenn characters' names, which are related to the powers of {{p|Groudon}} and {{p|Kyogre}}.
* In the main games, the given Japanese names of the male player characters (as NPCs) all end in ''ki'' ('''キ'''). This excludes Red's appearance in Generations II and IV, as he is not a player character during the games when he is an NPC. Inclusively, Lunick's Japanese name also ends in ''ki''.
* All the female player characters have had blue eyes in some form. {{ga|Kris}}, {{ga|May}}, {{ga|Dawn}}, and the female character from {{game|Black and White|s}} have blue eyes in all their sprites and artwork. {{ga|Leaf}} has blue eyes in her trainer sprite and {{ga|Lyra}} has blue eyes in her overworld sprites.

{{Player characters}}
[[Category:Game characters]]
[[Category:Playable characters|*]]

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[[fr:Personnage jouable]]
[[ja:主人公]]

Player character

2010-05-21T21:01:13Z

Clark Griswald:

[[Image:RedStart.png|frame|{{ga|Red}}'s [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|Pokémon journey]] is about to begin....]]
A '''player character''' in the world of [[Pokémon]] is the protagonist of the {{pkmn|games}}, the avatar of the player. Player characters are usually remarkably silent, only able to answer yes and no to questions. This is so that the player can "fill in" what they imagine the character is thinking, feeling and acting, thus immersing the player within the world of the game.

==Gameplay==
===Main series===
[[File:PlayerCharactersGrouped.png|frame|The player characters of the first four generations of main series games (including redesigns)]]
[[File:WB Trainers.jpg|frame|The player characters of the fifth generation of the main series]]
In the mainstream games, the player characters are always [[Pokémon Trainer]]s beginning their [[Pokémon journey]]. While most player characters start their journey at the age of 10, the player characters in Generation V are set to be older. At the conclusion of their journey, most will have conquered a [[Pokémon League]]'s eight [[Gym Leader]]s and [[Elite Four]], and become the {{pkmn|Champion}}. Later games offer additional sidequests, although the main plot of the game is propelled by the Pokémon League challenge.

Those who do the above will most often start their journey in their hometown by getting, or shortly before getting, a [[starter Pokémon]], a Pokémon that appears very early in their native [[region]]'s [[Regional Pokédex|Pokédex]], and is of the {{t|Grass}}-, {{t|Fire}}-, or {{type2|Water}}. The region's native [[Pokémon professor]] will always give them this, as well as a Pokédex.

In {{game|Crystal}}, and each game in the [[main series]] which followed it, players were also able to pick the [[gender]] of the lead, more often than not to match their own. Each player character in the first four [[generation]]s of games has been aged ten; however the player characters in the upcoming fifth generation are expected to be older.

Aside from the standard that many of the games' player characters take in their journey, there are also several other ways in which other player characters complete their journey, such as [[Wes]] and [[Michael]] who must defeat [[Cipher]] and free all of their [[snagged Pokémon]] from their [[Shadow Pokémon|Shadow state]].

To date, only one player character has reappeared from an older generation in a role other than that of the player. In [[Generation II]] and {{gen|IV}}, when {{ga|Ethan}} or {{ga|Kris}}/{{ga|Lyra}} travels to [[Mt. Silver]] and reaches the deepest point of the cave, {{ga|Red}} is found, utterly silent as he was under the player's control. At the time of these games' respective releases, [[Red's Pikachu]] was the highest-leveled Pokémon owned by an in-game Trainer ({{ga|Barry}}'s fully evolved starter Pokémon temporarily surpassed the standard set in Gold and Silver until the release of their remakes, HeartGold and SoulSilver).

===Side series===
In the {{ga|Pokémon Ranger}} series, [[Solana]], [[Lunick]], [[Kellyn]], {{ra|Kate}}, [[Natsuya]] and [[Minami]] are not Pokémon Trainers, but instead {{OBP|Pokémon Ranger|Ranger series}}s. They use the Pokémon they have captured with the [[Capture Styler]] to help them along the way. They also have [[partner Pokémon]] that follow them wherever they go.

In the [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon|Mystery Dungeon series]], players play as actual Pokémon for the first time. Unlike most other Pokémon games, the player actually talks, but is given pre-generated phrases to say to questions.

In the Card GB series, [[Mark]] and [[Mint]] do not use actual Pokémon themselves, but cards instead.

Three unnamed player characters appear in [[Pokémon Stadium series]]. Japanese-only [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)|Pokémon Stadium]] featured one boy character, whose design was likely based on {{ga|Red}}. However, for [[Pokémon Stadium|the sequel]] a brand new boy character has been created. This player has also made it to [[Pokémon Stadium 2]], where he was given a female counterpart. She appears when a player uses a [[Pokémon Crystal]] Game Pak with the girl chosen in the saved game.

===Others===
In {{g|Snap}}, [[Todd Snap]] must strive for something different from Trainers. He must capture all the Pokémon on [[Pokémon Island]] — on film.

In [[Pokémon Trozei!]], the main protagonist is [[Lucy Fleetfoot]]. All the player has to do is tap the stage and Lucy accesses it. The player then plays the stage.

==Images==

===Main series===

====Handheld====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Region}}
! colspan="6" style="background:#{{kanto color}}" | {{color2|{{kanto color dark}}|Kanto}}
! colspan="5" style="background:#{{johto color}}" | {{color2|{{johto color dark}}|Johto}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#{{hoenn color}}" | {{color2|{{hoenn color dark}}|Hoenn}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#{{sinnoh color}}; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|{{sinnoh color dark}}|Sinnoh}}
|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#{{red color}}" | {{color2|{{red color dark}}|Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|R}}
! style="background:#{{green color}}" | {{color2|{{green color dark}}|Pokémon Red and Green Versions|G}}
! style="background:#{{blue color}}" | {{color2|{{blue color dark}}|Pokémon Blue Version (Japanese)|B}}
! style="background:#{{yellow color}}" | {{color2|{{yellow color dark}}|Pokémon Yellow Version|Y}}
! style="background:#{{firered color}}" | {{color2|{{firered color dark}}|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FR}}
! style="background:#{{leafgreen color}}" | {{color2|{{leafgreen color dark}}|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|LG}}
! style="background:#{{gold color}}" | {{color2|{{gold color dark}}|Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|G}}
! style="background:#{{silver color}}" | {{color2|{{silver color dark}}|Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|S}}
! style="background:#{{crystal color}}" | {{color2|{{crystal color dark}}|Pokémon Crystal Version|C}}
! style="background:#{{heartgold color}}" | {{color2|{{heartgold color dark}}|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HG}}
! style="background:#{{soulsilver color}}" | {{color2|{{soulsilver color dark}}|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|SS}}
! style="background:#{{ruby color}}" | {{color2|{{ruby color dark}}|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|R}}
! style="background:#{{sapphire color light}}" | {{color2|{{sapphire color dark}}|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|S}}
! style="background:#{{emerald color}}" | {{color2|{{emerald color dark}}|Pokémon Emerald Version|E}}
! style="background:#{{diamond color}}" | {{color2|{{diamond color dark}}|Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|D}}
! style="background:#{{pearl color}}" | {{color2|{{pearl color dark}}|Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|P}}
! style="background:#{{platinum color}}" | {{color2|{{platinum color dark}}|Pokémon Platinum Version|Pt}}
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Male}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| colspan="6" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Red (game)|Red}}
| colspan="5" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Ethan (game)|Ethan}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Brendan (game)|Brendan}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lucas (game)|Lucas}}
|- style="background:#fff"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| align="center" colspan="3" | [[Image:Red main sprite.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Y Red.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:FRLG Red.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:GS Gold.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:C Gold.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:HGSS Hibiki.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS Brendan.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:E Brendan.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP Lucas.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Pt Lucas.png]]
|- style="background:#fff"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| align="center" colspan="3" | [[Image:Redback.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Y_Red_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:FRLG_Red_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="3" | [[Image:GS_Gold_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:HGSS_Gold_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS_Brendan_Back.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:E_Brendan_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP_Lucas_Back.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Pt_Lucas_Back.png]]
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Female}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| valign="center" rowspan="3" colspan="4" style="background:#fff" | {{color|000|No female player character}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Leaf (game)|Leaf}}
| align="center" rowspan="3" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color|000|No female player character}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Kris (game)|Kris}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lyra (game)|Lyra}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|May (game)|May}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Dawn (game)|Dawn}}
|- style="background:#fff"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:FRLG Leaf.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:C Kris.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:KotoneHGSS.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS May.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:E May.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP Dawn.png]]
| align="center" | [[Image:Pt Dawn.png]]
|-
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| align="center" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:FRLG_Leaf_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:C_Kris_Back.png]]
| align="center" colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:HGSS Kotone Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" colspan="2" | [[Image:RS_May_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" | [[Image:E_May_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff" colspan="2" | [[Image:DP_Dawn_Back.png]]
| align="center" style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" | [[Image:Pt_Dawn_Back.png]]
|}
{{-}}

====Console====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Region}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Orre}}
|-
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#{{colo color}}" | {{color2|{{colo color dark}}|Pokémon Colosseum|Colo}}
! style="background:#{{xd color}}" | {{color2|{{xd color dark}}|Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness|XD}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Wes}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Michael}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Artwork}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Colosseum Wes 3D.png|60px]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:Michael.jpg|140px]]
|}
{{-}}

===Side series===
====Card GB series====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Trading Card Game (game)|TCG}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR!|TCG 2}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Mark}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Mint}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Artwork}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Mark.png|140px]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:Mint.png|140px]]
|}
{{-}}

====Stadium series====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)|Stadium (Japan)}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium|Stadium}} and {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium 2|Stadium 2}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium 2|Stadium 2}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Faceshot}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:SJP Player Boy.png]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:S S2 Player Boy.png]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:S2 Player Girl.png]]
|}
{{-}}

====Ranger series====
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Region}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Fiore}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Almia}}
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Oblivia}}
|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#e04b0c" | {{color2|ffc2a2|Pokémon Ranger (game)|Ranger}}
! colspan="3" style="background:#0c1e44" | {{color2|7090e3|Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia|Shadows of Almia}}
! colspan="2" style="background:#2cb8e9" | {{color2|17607b|Pokémon Ranger: Locus of Light|Locus of Light}}
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Male}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lunick}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Kellyn}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Natsuya}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Lunick f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn st f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn ra f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn top f.png]]
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Natsuya f.png]]
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Lunick b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn st b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn ra b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kellyn top b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Natsuya b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Natsuya b w.png]]
|- align="center"
! rowspan="3" style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Female}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Solana}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Kate (Ranger)|Kate}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Minami}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Front}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Solana f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate st f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate ra f.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate top f.png]]
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Minami f.png]]
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Back}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Ra Solana b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate st b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate ra b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Soa Kate top b.png]]
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Lol Minami b.png]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px;" | [[File:Lol Minami b w.png]]
|}
{{-}}

====Mystery Dungeon series====
:''See: [[Starter Pokémon#Pokémon World|Starter Pokémon]]''

===Others===
{| align="center" style="background: #88a; -moz-border-radius: 10px; border: 5px solid #88a"
|-
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon game|Game}}
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Snap|Snap}}
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-topright: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Pokémon Trozei!|Trozei}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1" | {{color|000|Name}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Todd Snap|Todd}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{color2|000|Lucy Fleetfoot|Lucy}}
|- align="center"
! style="background:#bebed1; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 5px;" | {{color|000|Image}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[File:Toddsnap.png|140px]]
| style="background:#fff; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 5px" |[[File:LucyFleetfoot.gif|140px]]
|}
{{-}}

==In the anime==
In the {{pkmn|anime}}, five of the player characters have been given major roles, three of them in the main anime series. {{Ash}} and [[Ritchie]] represent {{ga|Red}} (their game counterpart), being based on him in appearance as well as basic history. At the beginning of {{series2|Advanced Generation}}, {{an|May}} was introduced in order to better represent [[Generation III]] to viewers, as both [[Misty]] and [[Brock]] are characters native to [[Generation I]]. Likewise, at the beginning of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, {{an|Dawn}} joined Ash.

{{jo|Jimmy}} and {{jo|Marina}} appeared in ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]'' special, taking a similar role to Ash and his companions, fighting [[Team Rocket]] members to protect [[legendary Pokémon]]. While the protagonists of [[Generation II]] were not represented in Ash's party, these two filled the roles as the anime counterparts to {{ga|Ethan}} and {{ga|Kris}}.

{{an|Lyra}} appears in ''[[DP143|An Egg Scramble!]]'', and joins the group for a brief time.

So far, {{ga|Brendan}} has only made a few select cameo appearances at the begin of some of the [[Pokémon movie|movies]], while {{ga|Lucas}} made a cameo at the beginning of ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'' battling {{ga|Brendan}}.

==Trivia==
* Despite the fact [[Generation I]] had no female playable character, there have been more female protagonists than male, with four boys and five girls throughout the main series. This is because Kris is the female protagonist in Pokémon Crystal and Lyra in Pokémon Heart Gold and Soul Silver, while Ethan is the male protagonist in each of the games.
* None of the male player characters from the [[main series]] (or their counterparts) have encountered {{Ash}}. {{jo|Jimmy}} was the only one besides Ash to have more than merely a cameo. Counting all Pokémon games, the only male player characters to have encountered Ash are [[Kellyn]] of {{g|Ranger: Shadows of Almia}}, [[Natsuya]] of {{g|Ranger: Locus of Light}} and [[Todd Snap|Todd]] of {{g|Snap}}.
* {{ga|Leaf}} is the only player character from the handheld games so far not to appear in the anime either through a cameo or a counterpart.
* [[Kellyn]], {{OBP|Kate|Ranger}}, and [[Todd Snap|Todd]] are the only player characters who do not wear any sort of headgear.
* {{ga|Red}}'s dialog during his appearance as an NPC in [[Generation II]] and [[Generation IV]] references the Pokémon games' player characters' status as silent protagonists. His dialog with the player character(s) of those games consists only of ellipses and an exclamation point when he is defeated.
* All player characters of the same gender have had the same list of default names since Generation III, with the exception of game-specific names such as Landon and Sean (for {{ga|Brendan}}) or Terra and Marina (for {{ga|May}}). The game-specific names have always been related to the title of the game, with the exception of those of the Hoenn characters' names, which are related to the powers of {{p|Groudon}} and {{p|Kyogre}}.
* In the main games, the given Japanese names of the male player characters (as NPCs) all end in ''ki'' ('''キ'''). This excludes Red's appearance in Generations II and IV, as he is not a player character during the games when he is an NPC. Inclusively, Lunick's Japanese name also ends in ''ki''.
* All the female player characters have had blue eyes in some form. {{ga|Kris}}, {{ga|May}}, {{ga|Dawn}}, and the female character from {{game|Black and White|s}} have blue eyes in all their sprites and artwork. {{ga|Leaf}} has blue eyes in her trainer sprite and {{ga|Lyra}} has blue eyes in her overworld sprites.

{{Player characters}}
[[Category:Game characters]]
[[Category:Playable characters|*]]

[[de:Protagonist]]
[[fr:Personnage jouable]]
[[ja:主人公]]

Talk:Player character

2010-05-21T17:15:51Z

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I suggest merge of [[Player character]] and [[Rival]], as well as categorisation according to the game instead of the Region. Also, I believe Pokemon Ranger characters should be added as main characters, considering that Pokemon Ranger is actually a main Pokemon Game.

Anyone have the Emerald sprite of May? [[Image:Ani373MS.gif|{{{2|373}}}]][[Image:Ani094MS.gif|{{{2|094}}}]][[Image:Ani474MS.gif|{{{2|474}}}]][[User:Porygon-Z|'''Porygon-Z''']][[Image:Ani025MS.gif|{{{2|025}}}]][[Image:Ani441MS.gif|{{{2|441}}}]][[Image:Ani130MS.gif|{{{2|130}}}]] 14:12, 23 January 2008 (UTC)
:And again that request is made. '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 03:59, 15 May 2008 (UTC)

== Re-write? ==

Does anyone else think this article needs a re-write? [[User:PDL|PDL]] 03:14, 23 October 2008 (UTC)
:Do you have a reason? [[User:Ht14|''ht'']][[User talk:Ht14|''14'']] 02:03, 30 October 2008 (UTC)
:It seems kinda... messy. It's not that hard really explain how a player character works in a video game. [[User:PDL|PDL]] 02:50, 1 November 2008 (UTC)

== Backsprites ==

I was thinking that we could take a page from the Pokémon pages and find the backsprites of the player characters as well as the partner characters (like Steven and Buck).--[[User:MisterE13|MisterE13]] 03:05, 15 November 2008 (UTC)

== Mentioning of Player in Mystery Dungeon? ==

There's not really much more to say... [[User:The Dark Fiddler|The Dark Fiddler]] - [[User talk:The Dark Fiddler|Nos hablamos?]] 01:36, 24 December 2008 (UTC)
:Or the player in Trozei (being the user him/herself). Or in any of the other games, for that matter. What about Snap? I feel like this should be a stub. [[User:Jazzmoth|Jazzmoth]] 05:16, 26 December 2008 (UTC)
::Actually, the player in Trozei (or Link, as we call it over here) is [[Lucy Fleetfoot]]. [[User:Flicky|Fli]][[User talk:Flicky|cky]][[User:Flicky/Latin|1991]] 17:59, 26 December 2008 (UTC)
:::And that's a stub, if I've ever seen one. [[User:Jazzmoth|Jazzmoth]] 02:07, 29 December 2008 (UTC)

== *COUGH* ==

Why do we need backsprites?--[[User:RexRacer|'''Rex]][[Quilava (Pokémon)|Racer''']] [[User talk:RexRacer|'''''-talk''''']] 02:34, 12 January 2009 (UTC)
:We have them for Pokémon. So why not characters.--[[User:MisterE13|Mister]][[User talk:MisterE13|'''E''']][[Special:Contributions/MisterE13|13]] 02:54, 12 January 2009 (UTC)
::Because it made the page wayyy to big. Maybe if we didn't just have one, but all of those broken links look just awful.--[[User:RexRacer|'''Rex]][[Quilava (Pokémon)|Racer''']] [[User talk:RexRacer|'''''-talk''''']] 02:58, 12 January 2009 (UTC)
:::We could resize them. We also have broken links on the Pokémon pages IMHO, it just lets someone know that the images should be created.--[[User:MisterE13|Mister]][[User talk:MisterE13|'''E''']][[Special:Contributions/MisterE13|13]] 03:01, 12 January 2009 (UTC)
::::Resize? Eww. Only one Pokémon even does that, and it's Deoxys. Perhaps I'll do a hack of the sprite template that'll allow for it. Or you can. I dunno. Yeah. '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 09:07, 12 January 2009 (UTC)
:::::I might be able to. what exactly do you mean?--[[User:MisterE13|Mister]][[User talk:MisterE13|'''E''']][[Special:Contributions/MisterE13|13]] 21:38, 12 January 2009 (UTC)

== Michael and What's his name... ==

What about side game characters? [[User:Ht14|''ht'']][[User talk:Ht14|''14'']] 03:52, 12 January 2009 (UTC)
:Lunick, Solana, the players in PMD, yeah they should go here. And if they do, the part about being remarkably silent doesn't apply to PMD.[[User:Kiryu|Kiryu]] 05:55, 25 January 2009 (UTC)

== Dawn and Luca's Platinum sprites ==

They're not uploaded yet,right? Can someone upload them? [[User:Lovely Rose|Lovely Rose]] 21:45, 18 February 2009 (UTC)

== Two little things ==

Couldn't the table also hold the overworld sprite for each character? I don't think they appear anywhere else. Also, HgSs will require another column for Gold and Kris, should I change it? [[User:Mr. Charlie|Mr. ]][[User talk:Mr. Charlie|Charlie]] 03:04, 11 May 2009 (UTC)

== Gamecube game characters? ==

What about Wes and Michael? I see no reason for them to be excluded. Sure, we wouldn't have as many pictures since they appear in 3D games, but I really can't consider those games to be side-games. They're full-fledged Pokemon RPGs, just like the handhelds. [[User:Cheesedude|Cheesedude]] 02:07, 13 May 2009 (UTC)
:Umm...already stated... [[User:Ht14|'''''ht''''']][[User talk:Ht14|''14'']] 02:08, 13 May 2009 (UTC)
::Missed it due to the lack of pictures. Nevermind. Sorry. [[User:Cheesedude|Cheesedude]] 02:09, 13 May 2009 (UTC)

== Ranger ==

Shouldn't we list the player characters in Ranger? --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 03:35, 13 May 2009 (UTC)
:I will. [[User:Tc26/Anime Predictions|tc]][[User:Tc26|²₆]][[User talk:Tc26|tc]][[User:Tc26/Sandbox|26]] 03:36, 13 May 2009 (UTC)

== The new girl ==

Since we're not getting Kris back, as she's more a Crystal character than a GS (and by extension, HGSS) character, what should we name the new girl since we don't know her name and likely won't be getting it?

I say Soul, since, like Leaf, she'll likely be named for the prefix of the secondary remake game, while her male counterpart is the primary original game (Gold, like Red) and her rival is the secondary original game (Silver, like Blue/Green).

Should we make an article yet, though? I've protected both Heart and {{ga|Soul}} until the tenth anniversary of GS, so... no need to worry there. Plus, we can move it when and if we get her real name either via hacking the games to pieces or because they actually '''give her one outright'''. But it never happened to Leaf, so... we'll just wait to see, eh?

So, below, vote: make it, don't make it, and under what name? '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 04:52, 13 May 2009 (UTC)

:There are still some arguments that she is Kris but with a major redesign. Kinda like Red in FRLG. But I don't know. I say Soul because of the reason you stated (even though I like Heart better). Make it under {{ga|Soul}}. --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 04:59, 13 May 2009 (UTC)

::Let's wait till the game is released. An opposite-gender player will have a supporting role, which means there'll be a fixed name for her. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 05:15, 13 May 2009 (UTC)

:::Well, we shouldn't wait six months to make an article about a character from the Pokémon games. I like Soul, but make sure that it is noted that until confirmation it is a fan name. When CoroCoro comes out I'll have at it and see if it is noted anywhere amidst the crazyness.--[[User:RexRacer|'''Rex]][[User talk:RexRacer|Racer''']] 05:24, 13 May 2009 (UTC)
::::Maxim... that's for Gen III and IV games. HGSS is a Gen II game (technically). Where was Leaf's supporting role? Did I somehow ''miss her'' in FireRed, despite completing the game 100%? '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 06:25, 13 May 2009 (UTC)
::::: My vote goes for making an article, or at least starting one that we can move to the proper place when the name is revealed. [[User:Trainer-c|Trainer-c]] 06:33, 13 May 2009 (UTC)
::::::I vote for making the article. Call it Soul or whatever you want, see if I care. I'm too upset with the decision of erasing Kris from the Pokémon World to even bother. Kris is the best thing that ever happened to the Pokémon franchise. [[User:Mr. Charlie|Mr. ]][[User talk:Mr. Charlie|Charlie]] 06:43, 13 May 2009 (UTC)
:::::::Your right Mr. Charlie, if it wasn't for Kris there wouldn't be girl characters. Then they go and replace her with a girl with Mario's overolls and a '''HUGE''' hat. I felt like crying :(
See my page, the part with my pokemon trainers. I'm not going to touch it untill some more info on this "Soul".[[User:Glitchym1|Glitchym1]] 21:55, 17 May 2009 (UTC)
Scratch that last thing I said, I'll call her Soul Kamon.[[User:Glitchym1|Glitchym1]] 22:10, 17 May 2009 (UTC)

== Titles... ==

Color clashing... [[User:Ht14|'''''ht''''']][[User talk:Ht14|''14'']] 01:17, 14 May 2009 (UTC)
:Should be better now. — [[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|THE TROM]] — 01:48, 14 May 2009 (UTC)

== Overhead sprites ==

Think we should add those too? --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 10:43, 16 June 2009 (UTC)
:Old question but sounds like a good idea. However, we need someone able to rip sprites to do that. [[User:Pokemon lover|ポケモン]][[User talk:Pokemon lover|あいこうか]] 19:21, 21 February 2010 (UTC)

== Gold's backsprite ==

Why do we even have it there? Anyway,they changed his backsprite,but the article still shows the original one. Is the screenshot to small? [[User:Lovely Rose|Lovely Rose]] 01:22, 1 July 2009 (UTC)
:There are two there already... [[User:Tc26/Anime Predictions|tc]][[User:Tc26|²₆]][[User talk:Tc26|tc]][[User:Tc26/Sandbox|26]] 02:39, 1 July 2009 (UTC)
::I meant his Heartgold and Soulsilver backsprite,they changed [http://i535.photobucket.com/albums/ee357/Pichu_Chu/con01_img04.jpg it],it's slightly different. For example,his hair isn't parted. [[User:Lovely Rose|Lovely Rose]] 22:46, 1 July 2009 (UTC)
I guess it could be one of the first beta things for HGSS, but its still to early to tell, they could change it again--[[User:Pokéboy93|Pokéboy93]] 04:55, 4 July 2009 (UTC)

i think we should wait because the back sprite is changing in recent pictures he does not have the symbol on the back of his hat.--[[User:Pokéboy93|Pokéboy93]] 17:10, 15 July 2009 (UTC)

== Counterparts for missing ==

May and Dawn needs on their respective webs a section of counterparts like Red, Gold, Kris and Kotone, please sombebody cna do it? --Ash 20:50, 4 December 2009 (UTC)

== Wes is one of the few that "doesnt wear head gear" trivia ==

Ummm... I own Colosseum and it shows him wearing silver visors in his hair, and also if you go to his page you can see he's wearing them as headgear in the photo. But, every time I try to remove Wes from that part of the trivia, someone puts him back in...

== Gold's HGSS Name ==

Until HG and SS are released here (as short a time as that'll be), Gold's HGSS sprite should be titled "Hibiki". Then there's the matter of Silver seemingly being "rival"/"Rival" rather than truly named, but a lack of name rationalizes attributing "Silver" to him my my count (though that's not so much here as it is there, on the rivals' page). [[User:TJF588|TJF588]] 01:47, 11 March 2010 (UTC)
:There has been a heap of discussion about these characters' names all over the pedia (for example, here), and the consensus reached is that we ain't touching anything until the games are released. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 01:49, 11 March 2010 (UTC)

== Protection ==

I personally think we should protect this page considering the Generation V boy and girl heroes have been revealed with little detail for both. The main reason is because I know someone out there will post fake images and ridiculous speculation. [[User:Ninterror|Ninterror]] 11:52, 12 April 2010 (UTC)
:I'd rather we assumed good faith and left it open. We'll see how it goes for now. When the details really start to come out, we can rethink. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 10:32, 13 April 2010 (UTC)
Yeah, about that, shouldn't somebody put info and pics about BW player characters?

== Stadium characters ==

Do they count as player characters? You honestly don't really play as them, as in moving them or anything, but you do tell your Pokemon what to do, which is the players ability. So you ''technically'' do play as them. Also, they aren't Ethan and Kris. Or even actually, any other protagonist [[User:Lovely Rose|Lovely Rose]] 14:06, 29 April 2010 (UTC)
:Of course they do. You control them just as much as Lucy Fleetfoot. They are 100% player characters, in my opinion. The fact that you don't walk using them doesn't make them any worse. I think I could upload their faceshots and add them to this article. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 18:25, 14 May 2010 (UTC)

== What's wrong? ==

I can't see the bottom of this page. It dead-ends after the template with Ranger Characters. Does this happen just to me, or is there something screwed-up in the coding? It doesn't happen when I view older revisions of the article. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 11:04, 15 May 2010 (UTC)
:Works fine for me. I think it's because of all the internal trouble and stuff the the 'pedia's been experiencing recently. It happend to me the other day, on a different page. [[User:Takharii|<sc>Takharii</sc>]] '''~''' [[User talk:Takharii|<sc>Talk!</sc>]] 11:10, 15 May 2010 (UTC)
::Works because I just fixed it. Someone had added there a HTML comment but forgot to close it... '''UltimateSephiroth''' ([[User:UltimateSephiroth|about me]] · [[User talk:UltimateSephiroth|chat]] · [[Special:Contributions/UltimateSephiroth|edits]]) 11:14, 15 May 2010 (UTC)

== Black and White Trainers? ==

I'm a bit surprised they aren't featured here. I understand them not getting their own pages (yet) due to the scarcity of information on them, but I can't even find their images on this site.

Lugia (Pokémon)

2009-07-05T15:01:00Z

Clark Griswald:

{{PokémonPrevNext | prev=Tyranitar | next=Ho-Oh | type=psychic | type2=flying | prevnum=248 | nextnum=250 }}
{{PokémonInfobox|
name=Lugia |
jname=ルギア |
tmname=Lugia |
image=249Lugia.png|
size=200px |
caption=Artwork from HG/SS |
pron=<sc>loo-gi-yah</sc>|
ndex=249 |
jdex=247 |
hdex=384 |
typen=2 |
type1=Psychic |
type2=Flying |
species=Diving |
height-ftin=17'01" |
height-m=5.2 |
weight-lbs=476.2 |
weight-kg=216.0 |
abilityn=1 |
ability1=Pressure |
ability2= |
egggroupn=0 |
egggroup1=No eggs |
egggroup2= |
eggcycles=120 |
evsd=3 |
expyield=220 |
lv100exp=1,250,000 |
gendercode=255 |
color=White |
catchrate=3 |
body=09 |
pokefordex=lugia |
generation=2 |
footnotes=}}

'''Lugia''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ルギア''' ''Lugia'') is a dual-type {{2t|Psychic|Flying}} [[legendary Pokémon]].

It is not known to evolve into or from any other Pokémon.

Lugia is the [[version mascot]] of {{game|Silver}} and {{game|SoulSilver}}, appearing on the boxart of both.

In {{Pokémon XD}}, [[Shadow Lugia]], codenamed '''XD001''', is a main part of the storyline, and [[Cipher]]'s ultimate [[Shadow Pokémon]].

==Biology==
===Physiology===
Lugia are very large creatures which bear a resemblance to something between a dragon, a plesiosaur, and a bird. They are primarily pale silver-white, but have blue undersides with slightly varying tones. Their bodies are smooth and streamlined, with the exception of dark blue or black spike-like protrusions which run down the length of their back, and two smaller ones on the ends of their tails. It has five finger-like appendages at the end of its wings. Due to a somewhat similar appearance, they may be related to {{p|Latios}} and {{p|Latias}}.

====Gender differences====
This is a genderless species. However, unlike most legendary Pokémon, young Lugia have been observed, suggesting that there is a breeding population of these creatures.

===Special abilities===
Lugia are thought to be the leaders of the [[legendary birds]] of [[Kanto]]. Much like the birds, it possesses the ability to control the weather, most notably it can calm storms. It is said that a light flutter of their wings is capable of causing winds powerful enough to blow houses over. If it were to flap its wings it could hypothetically spawn storms lasting as much as 40 days. They are highly intelligent, and because of the devastating power it could accidentally inflict, it isolates itself deep underwater.

Lugia is the [[Signature move|only known Pokémon]] that learns {{m|Aeroblast}}.

===Behavior===
Not very much is known about the behavior of Lugia, as they are fantastically rare and elusive Pokémon. Lugia have been observed with their offspring, suggesting that unlike other [[legendary Pokémon]], they have a breeding population. They are generally calm and benevolent, it is believed the reason they tend to isolate themselves from civilization is to protect humans from their great powers. However, like all creatures, they can become enraged if they feel threatened, particularly if they are protecting their young. Because of this contact with Lugia is best done carefully, most attempts at capturing one of these magnificent creatures has ended poorly, and is ill advised as their role in regulating world climate is still not well understood.

===Habitat===
[[Image:Rare.gif|right|frame|{{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Rare Pokémon}}]]
Lugia usually live deep in the ocean, not because they are natural sea-dwellers, but because they fear that they can accidentally cause untold devastation. Lugia are typically spotted near the [[Whirl Islands]] of Johto.

===Diet===
{{main|Pokémon food}}

==In the anime==
[[Image:Pic2_(7).png|thumb|right|225px|{{OBP|Lugia|The Power of One}} in the anime]]

A {{OBP|Lugia|The Power of One}} was featured in ''[[The Power of One]]''. Its psychic powers allow it to communicate with humans.

A parent Lugia and its child (nicknamed {{jo|Silver}} by [[Oliver]]) lived near [[Silver Rock Isle]] in the [[Whirl Islands]]. [[Dr. Namba]] attempted to capture both the parent Lugia and Silver for [[Giovanni]] in ''[[EP220|The Mystery is History]]'', ''[[EP221|A Parent Trapped]]''. and ''[[EP222|A Promise is a Promise]]''. It is interesting to note that Ash and Misty (as Brock was not along with them) act as if this was their first time seeing a Lugia, as if the second movie never took place.

Lugia had a very brief cameo in ''[[Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.

Lugia is to be one of the featured Pokémon in the 13th Pokémon movie.

==In the manga==
The [[Elite Four]] tried to exterminate humans using a Lugia in the Yellow Saga. The [[Mask of Ice]] caught a Lugia, but subsequently released it.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Lugia (TCG)}}

==In the TFG==
One Lugia figure has been released.

*{{TFG|Next Quest}}: {{TFG ID|Next Quest|Lugia|6}}

==Other appearances==
[[Image:Lugia Brawl.jpg|right|thumb|Lugia in [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]]]
===[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]/[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl|Brawl]]===
When released from a [[Poké Ball]], Lugia will fly up and return in the background where it unleashes a powerful {{m|Aeroblast}} on the stage.

====Melee trophy information====
The waters of the [[Whirl Islands]] are home to this legendary Pokémon, whom very few have seen. Lugia live quietly in the deepest ocean trenches for one very good reason: its combined aerial and psychic powers are so strong as to be extremely dangerous. The special moves of this gargantuan creature include the destructive wind assault known as Aeroblast.

==Game data==
===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex
|type=psychic
|type2=flying
|gen=2
|golddex=It is said that it quietly spends its time deep at the bottom of the sea because its powers are too strong.
|silverdex=It is said to be the guardian of the seas. It is rumored to have been seen on the night of a storm.
|crystaldex=It has an incredible ability to calm raging storms. It is said that Lugia appears when storms start.
|stadium2dex=It is said that it quietly spends its time deep at the bottom of the sea because its powers are too strong.
|rubydex=Lugia's wings pack devastating power - a light fluttering of its wings can blow apart regular houses. As a result, this Pokémon chooses to live out of sight deep under the sea.
|sapphiredex=Lugia's wings pack devastating power - a light fluttering of its wings can blow apart regular houses. As a result, this Pokémon chooses to live out of sight deep under the sea.
|emeralddex=Lugia is so powerful even a light fluttering of its wings can blow apart houses. As a result, it chooses to live out of sight deep under the sea.
|firereddex=It is said to be the guardian of the seas. It is rumored to have been seen on the night of a storm.
|leafgreendex=It is said that it quietly spends its time deep at the bottom of the sea because its powers are too strong.
|diamonddex=It slumbers at the bottom of a deep trench. If it flaps its wings, it is said to cause a 40-day storm.
|pearldex=It slumbers at the bottom of a deep trench. If it flaps its wings, it is said to cause a 40-day storm.
|platinumdex=It slumbers at the bottom of a deep trench. If it flaps its wings, it is said to cause a 40-day storm.
|}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability|
type=psychic |
type2=flying |
gen=2 |
gsrarity=One |
gsarea=[[Whirl Islands]] (requires [[Silver Wing]]) |
crarity=One |
carea=[[Whirl Islands]] (requires [[Silver Wing]]) |
gen3ex=frlg|
frlgrarity=One |
frlgarea=[[Navel Rock]] (requires [[Mysticticket]]) |
erarity=One |
earea=[[Navel Rock]] (requires [[Mysticticket]]) |
xdrarity=One |
xdarea=[[Citadark Isle]] ([[Shadow Pokémon|Shadow]]) |
gen4ex=pal|
dparea=[[Pal Park]] |
ptarea=[[Pal Park]] |
hgssrarity=One |
hgssarea=[[Whirl Islands]] (requires [[Silver Wing]]) |
palarea=Mountain |
}}

====In side games====
{{SidegameAvail
|type=psychic
|type2=flying
|trozei=Random Agent Cards Mr. Who's Den
|md=[[Silver Trench]] (99F)
|md2=[[Surrounded Sea]] (B18F) (with [[Mystery Part and Secret Slab|Mystery Part or Secret Slab]] in the bag)
}}

===Base stats===
{{BaseStats|
type=psychic|
type2=flying|
HP= 106 |
Attack= 90 |
Defense=130 |
SpAtk= 90 |
SpDef= 154 |
Speed= 110 }}

===Type effectiveness===
{{DP Type effectiveness|
type1=psychic|
type2=flying|
Normal= 100 |
Fighting= 25 |
Flying= 100 |
Poison= 100 |
Ground= 0 |
Rock= 200 |
Bug= 100 |
Ghost= 200 |
Steel= 100 |

Fire= 100 |
Water= 100 |
Grass= 50 |
Electric=200 |
Psychic= 50 |
Ice= 200 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 200 |

notes=yes|
flying=yes|
newground=1}}

===Learnset===
{{learnset intro|Lugia}}
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{movelist|psychic|flying|4|2|Lugia}}
{{mlentry4|Start|Whirlwind|Normal|Status|—|100|20|Smart|0}}
{{mlentry4|9|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|15|Gust|Flying|Special|40|100|35|Smart|3||'''}}
{{mlentry4|23|Recover|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Smart|0}}
{{mlentry4|29|Hydro Pump|Water|Special|120|80|5|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|37|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5|Tough|2}}
{{mlentry4|43|Swift|Normal|Special|60|—|20|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|51|Natural Gift|Normal|Physical|—|100|15|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|57|AncientPower|Rock|Special|60|100|5|Tough|2}}
{{mlentry4|65|Extrasensory|Psychic|Special|80|100|30|Cool|2||'''}}
{{mlentry4|71|Punishment|Dark|Physical|—|100|5|Smart|1}}
{{mlentry4|79|Future Sight|Psychic|Special|80|90|15|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|85|Aeroblast|Flying|Special|100|95|5|Cool|2||'''}}
{{mlentry4|93|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20|Smart|0}}
{{mlentry4|99|Sky Attack|Flying|Physical|140|90|5|Cool|1||'''}}
{{movelist/note|4|psychic|flying}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{movelisttm|Psychic|flying|4|2|Lugia}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM03]]|Water Pulse|Water|Special|60|100|20|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM04]]|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20|Smart|0}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM05]]|Roar|Normal|Status|—|100|20|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM06]]|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|85|10|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM07]]|Hail|Ice|Status|—|—|10|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM10]]|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|—|100|15|Smart|1}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM11]]|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM13]]|Ice Beam|Ice|Special|95|100|10|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM14]]|Blizzard|Ice|Special|120|70|5|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM15]]|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM16]]|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM17]]|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|0}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM18]]|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5|Tough|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM19]]|Giga Drain|Grass|Special|60|100|10|Smart|1}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM20]]|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM21]]|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|Cute|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM23]]|Iron Tail|Steel|Physical|100|75|15|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM24]]|Thunderbolt|Electric|Special|95|100|15|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM25]]|Thunder|Electric|Special|120|70|10|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM26]]|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10|Tough|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM27]]|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|Cute|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM29]]|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10|Smart|2||'''}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM30]]|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM32]]|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM33]]|Reflect|Psychic|Status|—|—|20|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM34]]|Shock Wave|Electric|Special|60|—|20|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM37]]|Sandstorm|Rock|Status|—|—|10|Tough|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM40]]|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20|Cool|2||'''}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM42]]|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|Cute|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM43]]|Secret Power|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM44]]|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10|Cute|0}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM47]]|Steel Wing|Steel|Physical|70|90|25|Cool|3}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM48]]|Skill Swap|Psychic|Status|—|—|10|Smart|0}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM51]]|Roost|Flying|Status|—|—|10|Cool|0}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM55]]|Brine|Water|Special|65|100|10|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM57]]|Charge Beam|Electric|Special|50|90|10|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM58]]|Endure|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Tough|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM59]]|Dragon Pulse|Dragon|Special|90|100|10|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM68]]|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM70]]|Flash|Normal|Status|—|100|20|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM72]]|Avalanche|Ice|Physical|60|100|10|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM73]]|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|10|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM77]]|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Smart|0}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM82]]|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|3}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM83]]|Natural Gift|Normal|Physical|—|100|15|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM85]]|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15|Smart|1||'''}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM87]]|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15|Cute|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM90]]|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Smart|1}}
{{mlentry4|[[HM02]]|Fly|Flying|Physical|95|90|15|Smart|1||'''}}
{{mlentry4|[[HM03]]|Surf|Water|Special|95|100|15|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[HM04]]|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15|Tough|3}}
{{mlentry4|[[HM05]]|Defog|Flying|Status|—|—|15|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[HM06]]|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15|Tough|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[HM07]]|Waterfall|Water|Physical|80|100|15|Tough|3}}
{{movelist/note|4|psychic|flying}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
None.

====By [[Move tutor|tutoring]]====
{{tutor|psychic|flying|4|2|Lugia}}
{{mtentry4|Air Cutter|Flying|Special|55|95|25|Cool|3||'''|no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|AncientPower|Rock|Special|60|100|5|Tough|2|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Aqua Tail|Water|Physical|90|90|10|Cute|3|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Body Slam|Normal|Physical|85|100|15|Tough|3|||yes|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Dive|Water|Physical|80|100|10|Beauty|1|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Double-Edge|Normal|Physical|120|100|15|Tough|0|||yes|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15|Smart|1||'''|yes|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Earth Power|Ground|Special|90|100|10|Smart|2|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Endure|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Tough|2|||no|yes|no|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Icy Wind|Ice|Special|55|95|15|Beauty|2|||no|yes|yes|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Iron Head|Steel|Physical|80|100|15|Tough|2|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Mimic|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|0|||yes|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Mud-Slap|Ground|Special|20|100|10|Cute|3|||no|yes|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Nightmare|Ghost|Status|—|100|15|Smart|2|||no|no|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Ominous Wind|Ghost|Special|60|100|5|Smart|0|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Smart|0|||no|yes|no|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Signal Beam|Bug|Special|75|100|15|Beauty|0|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|3|||no|yes|no|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Snore|Normal|Special|40|100|15|Cool|3|||no|yes|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Smart|1|||yes|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15|Cute|2|||no|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Swift|Normal|Special|60|—|20|Cool|2|||no|yes|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20|Cool|2|||yes|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Trick|Psychic|Status|—|100|10|Smart|0|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Twister|Dragon|Special|40|100|20|Cool|3|||no|no|no|no|yes|}}
{{mtentry4|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15|Beauty|2||'''|no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{tutor/note|4|psychic|flying}}

====Special moves====
{{Shadow moves|Xd lugia sprite|50|Shadow Blast|Shadow Down|Shadow Shed|Shadow Storm|Psycho Boost|Psychic|FeatherDance|Flying|Earthquake|Ground|Hydro Pump|Water|xd|psychic|flying}}

===Side game data===

{{Side game|
type=psychic |
ndex=249 |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Rare |
Dungeon=yes |
body=4 |
rate=99.9% |
area=Deep-Sea Current |
P1=My power is with you! |
P2=Hm! Already, my health is in half? |
P3=I'm ready to fall... Who knew my power would fail me? |
PL=My level has risen like my power. |
Partner=no |
Ranger=no |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=4 |
rate2=10% |
iq=F |
}}

===Evolution===
{{evobox/0|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}

===Sprites===
{{Sprite|
type=psychic|
type2=flying|
gen=2|
gender=none|
ndex=249|
name=Lugia|
}}

==Trivia==
*Lugia is so far the only legendary Pokémon to appear in three consecutive normal episodes of the anime.
*The fins on Lugia's back, tail, and around its eyes have been seen equally as black or blue.
*Lugia and {{p|Latias}} are the only legendary Pokémon in the anime to be seen being able to produce offspring.
*Before the introduction of {{game|Gold and Silver|s}}, Lugia was known as "Pokémon X." In the {{pkmn|anime}}, [[Dr. Namba]] also refers to Lugia as "Pokémon X."
*It is often considered to be closely related to {{p|Ho-Oh}}, even sometimes as its polar opposite, {{game3|Gold and Silver|Silver|s}} representing Lugia as "guardian of the seas", and {{game3|Gold and Silver|Gold|s}} represents Ho-Oh as "guardian of the skies."
*In {{3v2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}, Lugia has the same music as normal [[wild Pokémon]]. The same applies to {{p|Ho-Oh}}, and, in Gold and Silver, the [[legendary beasts]] (in Crystal, they have separate music from other wild Pokémon, including Lugia and Ho-Oh, which do not have separate music).
*Lugia is not the first Pokémon with its type combination in the National Dex: two other Pokémon ({{p|Natu}} and {{p|Xatu}}) come first. Also, no other Pokémon have been introduced since with the same type combination. It shares this trait with {{p|Ho-Oh}} and {{p|Celebi}}.
*Even though Lugia is the "Diving Pokémon," and can effectively use {{t|Water}} and {{type2|Ice}} moves, it is not a {{type2|Water}} Pokémon itself. It shares this trait with Dratini and Dragonair, who also live in water. Despite its species, it also can only learn the move {{m|Dive}} through [[HM]] in [[Generation III]] and [[move tutor]] in [[Generation IV]].
*Lugia is the only non-{{type2|Water}} to learn {{m|Hydro Pump}} by level-up.
*Lugia was mentioned in the {{wp|And in the End|final episode}} of {{wp|ER (TV series)|ER}}. A patient stated that "I am the Chosen One, I am Lugia."

===Origin===
Lugia is based on {{wp|Ryūjin}}, a dragon who was the Shinto god of the sea, and lived on the ocean's floor.

Appearance-wise, Lugia seems to be based on the {{wp|Stegosaurus}} (back plates and tail spikes) and the {{wp|Pleisosaurus}} (long neck and swimming ability).
====Name origin====
Lugia's name may come from ''{{wp|Lutetium}}'', a silverish element. Possibly also ''lugeo'', meaning to lie dormant, alluding to the way Lugia lies at the bottom of the sea. The Lu- may come from ''luna'', meaning moon.

==In other languages==
*[[List of German Pokémon names|German]]: Lugia
*[[List of French Pokémon names|French]]: Lugia
*[[List of Korean Pokémon names|Korean]]: 루기아 ''Lugia''

==Related Articles==
* [[Shadow Lugia]]
* [[Lugia (The Power of One)]]
* [[Silver (Johto)]]

==External links==
*[http://kari.beautiful-beast.net/lugia/ Beneath the Waves], the fanlisting for Lugia

==Notes==
{{Legendary Pokémon}} 
{{Smash Bros.}}
{{PokémonPrevNext | prev=Tyranitar | next=Ho-Oh | type=psychic | type2=flying | prevnum=248 | nextnum=250}}
{{Project Pokédex notice}}
[[Category:Legendary Pokémon]]
[[Category:Legendary Pokémon obtainable before the Elite Four]]
[[Category:Johto Legendary Pokémon]]
[[Category:Orre Legendary Pokémon]]
[[Category:Version mascots]]
[[Category:Trio masters]]

[[de:Lugia]]
[[fr:Lugia]]
[[ja:ルギア]]
[[pl:Lugia]]
[[pt:Lugia (pokémon)]]

Ho-Oh (Pokémon)

2009-07-05T15:00:49Z

Clark Griswald:

{{PokémonPrevNext | prev=Lugia | next=Celebi|type=fire|type2=flying| prevnum=249| nextnum=251}}
{{PokémonInfobox|
name=Ho-Oh |
jname=ホウオウ |
tmname=Houou |
image=250Ho-Oh.png|
size=200px |
caption=Artwork from HG/SS |
pron=<sc>hou-ou</sc>|
ndex=250 |
jdex=248 |
typen=2 |
type1=Fire |
type2=Flying |
species=Rainbow |
height-ftin=12'06" |
height-m=3.8 |
weight-lbs=438.7 |
weight-kg=199.0 |
abilityn=1 |
ability1=Pressure |
ability2= |
egggroupn=0 |
egggroup1=No eggs |
egggroup2= |
eggcycles=120 |
evsd=3 |
expyield=220 |
lv100exp=1,250,000 |
gendercode=255|
color=Red |
catchrate=3 |
body=09 |
pokefordex=ho-oh |
generation=2 |
footnotes=}}

'''Ho-Oh''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ホウオウ''' ''Houou'') is a dual-type {{2t|Fire|Flying}} [[legendary Pokémon]].

It is not known to evolve into or from any other Pokémon.

It is often considered to be closely related to {{p|Lugia}}, even sometimes as its polar opposite. [[Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|Silver]] represents Lugia as "guardian of the seas", and [[Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|Gold]] represents Ho-Oh as "guardian of the skies."

Ho-Oh is the [[version mascot]] of {{game|Gold}} and {{game|HeartGold}}, appearing on the boxart of both.

==Biology==
===Physiology===
Ho-Oh is a phoenix-like bird with red being its dominant color. Ho-Oh also has yellow tail-feathers, a white underside, and green feathers at the tip of its wings. Ho-Oh has a green stripe on its neck, a yellow beak, black rings around its eye and a feathered-crest. Ho-Oh's wings are prismatic, causing it to trail a rainbow behind it.
====Gender differences====
Ho-Oh is a genderless species.

====Special abilities====
Ho-Oh's most notable ability is its power to resurrect the dead. Ho-Oh is the [[Signature move|only known Pokémon]] that learns {{m|Sacred Fire}}.

===Behavior===
===Habitat===
[[Image:Rare.gif|right|frame|[[List of Pokémon by habitat#Rare Pokémon|Rare Pokémon]]]]
Ho-Oh used to perch at the top of [[Tin Tower]] until the [[Brass Tower]] was destroyed by fire. It now presumably flies through the world's skies.

===Diet===
{{main|Pokémon food}}

==In the anime==
[[Image:Ho-Oh anime.PNG|thumb|{{an|Ho-Oh}} in the anime]]
A {{an|Ho-Oh}} appeared to {{Ash}} at the end of [[EP001|the first episode]], flying across the sky after the thunderstorm. His Pokédex could not identify it. It was the first {{cat|Generation II Pokémon}} to be seen.

According to the {{pkmn|anime}}, Ho-Oh lived in the [[Tin Tower]] in ancient times. When a war broke out, burning both the Tin Tower and the Brass Tower down, it created {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Entei}}, and {{p|Suicune}}, and all four disappeared. Later, a new Tin Tower was erected, but Ho-Oh since then has never come back for sure. A sacred flame from Ho-Oh burns in the [[Dragon's Den]]; it was obtained during the same war.

After competing in the [[Silver Conference]], Ash saw Ho-Oh flying towards [[Hoenn]]. This encouraged him to get over his depression at his loss and continue his journey.

Ho-Oh had a cameo appearance during the opening sequence for ''[[Jirachi: Wish Maker]]''.

In the [[Lucario and the Mystery of Mew|eighth movie]], {{p|Mew}} transforms into Ho-Oh, making it the first in-movie appearance of Ho-Oh, not counting cameos.

Ho-Oh was most recently seen flying into the sunset at the end of ''[[AG178|Battling the Enemy Within]]''. This time, [[Brock]], {{an|May}}, [[Max]], [[Scott]] and {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}} saw Ho-Oh as well.

Ho-Oh made a small cameo in the introduction of the movie ''[[The Rise of Darkrai]]''.

Ho-Oh is to be one of the featured Pokémon in the 13th Pokémon movie.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Kanto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP001|Ho-Oh|Ash's Pokédex|There is no data. There still are Pokémon yet to be indentified.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|Original|Kanto}}

==In the manga==
In [[Pokémon Special]], Ho-Oh was used by [[Pryce]] to kidnap children in his plans to capture {{p|Celebi}}, including {{Special|Blue}} and {{Special|Silver}}, five years prior to the start of the entire manga. Prior to the events of the GSC saga, Pryce had lost his control over Ho-Oh, and thus attacked [[Tin Tower]] using [[Team Rocket]] to prompt Ho-Oh to return to [[Ecruteak City]]. Ho-Oh was later seen at [[Indigo Plateau]] under Pryce's control, alongside {{p|Lugia}}, wreaking havoc and destruction.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Ho-Oh (TCG)}}

==In the TFG==
One Ho-Oh figure has been released.

* {{TFG|Next Quest}}: {{TFG ID|Next Quest|Ho-Oh|4}}

==Other appearances==
[[Image:Ho-Oh Brawl.jpg|right|thumb|Ho-Oh in [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]]]
===[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]/[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl|Brawl]]===
When released from a [[Poké Ball]], Ho-Oh unleashes a spiral of {{m|Sacred Fire}} that deals massive amounts of damage to any opponent caught in it.

==Game data==
===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex
|type=fire
|type2=flying
|gen=2
|golddex=Legends claim this Pokémon flies the world's skies continuously on its magnificent seven-colored wings.
|silverdex=A legend says that its body glows in seven colors. A rainbow is said to form behind it when it flies.
|crystaldex=It will reveal itself before a pure-hearted trainer by shining its bright rainbow-colored wings.
|stadium2dex=Legends claim this Pokémon flies the world's skies continuously on its magnificent seven-colored wings.
|rubydex=Ho-Oh's feathers glow in seven colors depending on the angle at which they are struck by light. These feathers are said to bring happiness to the bearers. This Pokémon is said to live at the foot of a rainbow.
|sapphiredex=Ho-Oh's feathers glow in seven colors depending on the angle at which they are struck by light. These feathers are said to bring happiness to the bearers. This Pokémon is said to live at the foot of a rainbow.
|emeralddex=Its feathers--which glow in seven colors depending on the angle at which they are struck by light--are thought to bring joy. It is said to live at the foot of a rainbow.
|firereddex=A legend says that its body glows in seven colors. A rainbow is said to form behind it when it flies.
|leafgreendex=Legends claim this Pokémon flies the world's skies continuously on its magnificent seven-colored wings.
|diamonddex=It possesses seven-colored wings. It is said that those who see Ho-Oh are promised an eternal happiness.
|pearldex=It possesses seven-colored wings. It is said that those who see Ho-Oh are promised an eternal happiness.
|platinumdex=It possesses seven-colored wings. It is said that those who see Ho-Oh are promised an eternal happiness.
|}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability|
type=fire |
type2=flying |
gen=2 |
gsrarity=One |
gsarea=[[Tin Tower]] (requires [[Rainbow Wing]]) |
crarity=One |
carea=[[Tin Tower]] (requires [[Rainbow Wing]]) |
gen3ex=frlg|
frlgrarity=One |
frlgarea=[[Navel Rock]] (requires [[Mysticticket]]) |
erarity=One |
earea=[[Navel Rock]] (requires [[Mysticticket]]) |
colorarity=One |
coloarea=[[Mt. Battle]] |
gen4ex=pal|
dparea=[[Pal Park]] |
ptarea=[[Pal Park]] |
hgssrarity=One |
hgssarea=[[Tin Tower]] (requires [[Rainbow Wing]]) |
palarea=Mountain |
}}

====In side games====
{{SidegameAvail
|type=fire
|type2=flying
|trozei=Random Agent Cards Mr. Who's Den
|md=[[Mt. Faraway]] (40F)
|md2=[[Mt. Mistral]] (19F) (with [[Mystery Part and Secret Slab|Mystery Part or Secret Slab]] in the bag)
}}

====In events====
{{eventAvail/h|type=Fire|type2=flying}}
{{eventAvail|List of 10th Anniversary event Pokémon#Entei and Ho-Oh|10th Anniversary|Europe|2006|70}}
|}

===Base stats===
{{BaseStats|
type=fire|
type2=flying|
HP=106 |
Attack=130 |
Defense=90 |
SpAtk=110 |
SpDef=154 |
Speed=90 }}

===Type effectiveness===
{{DP Type effectiveness|
type1=fire|
type2=flying|
Normal= 100 |
Fighting= 50 |
Flying= 100 |
Poison= 100 |
Ground= 0 |
Rock= 400 |
Bug= 25 |
Ghost= 100 |
Steel= 50 |

Fire= 50 |
Water= 200 |
Grass= 25 |
Electric=200 |
Psychic= 100 |
Ice= 100 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 100 |

notes=yes|
flying=yes|
newground=2}}

===Learnset===
{{learnset intro|Ho-Oh}}
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{movelist|fire|flying|4|2|Ho-Oh}}
{{mlentry4|Start|Whirlwind|Normal|Status|—|100|20|Smart|0}}
{{mlentry4|9|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|15|Gust|Flying|Special|40|100|35|Smart|3||'''}}
{{mlentry4|23|Recover|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Smart|0}}
{{mlentry4|29|Fire Blast|Fire|Special|120|85|5|Beauty|2||'''}}
{{mlentry4|37|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|43|Swift|Normal|Special|60|—|20|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|51|Natural Gift|Normal|Physical|—|100|15|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|57|AncientPower|Rock|Special|60|100|5|Tough|2}}
{{mlentry4|65|Extrasensory|Psychic|Special|80|100|30|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|71|Punishment|Dark|Physical|—|100|5|Smart|1}}
{{mlentry4|79|Future Sight|Psychic|Special|80|90|15|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|85|Sacred Fire|Fire|Physical|100|95|5|Beauty|2||'''}}
{{mlentry4|93|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20|Smart|0}}
{{mlentry4|99|Sky Attack|Flying|Physical|140|90|5|Cool|1||'''}}
{{movelist/note|4|fire|flying}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{movelisttm|fire|flying|4|2|Ho-Oh}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM04]]|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20|Smart|0}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM05]]|Roar|Normal|Status|—|100|20|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM06]]|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|85|10|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM10]]|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|—|100|15|Smart|1}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM11]]|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM15]]|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM16]]|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM17]]|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|0}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM18]]|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5|Tough|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM19]]|Giga Drain|Grass|Special|60|100|10|Smart|1}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM20]]|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM21]]|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|Cute|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM22]]|SolarBeam|Grass|Special|120|100|10|Cool|1}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM24]]|Thunderbolt|Electric|Special|95|100|15|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM25]]|Thunder|Electric|Special|120|70|10|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM26]]|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10|Tough|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM27]]|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|Cute|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM29]]|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM30]]|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM32]]|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM33]]|Reflect|Psychic|Status|—|—|20|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM34]]|Shock Wave|Electric|Special|60|—|20|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM35]]|Flamethrower|Fire|Special|95|100|15|Beauty|2||'''}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM37]]|Sandstorm|Rock|Status|—|—|10|Tough|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM38]]|Fire Blast|Fire|Special|120|85|5|Beauty|2||'''}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM40]]|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20|Cool|2||'''}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM42]]|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|Cute|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM43]]|Secret Power|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM44]]|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10|Cute|0}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM47]]|Steel Wing|Steel|Physical|70|90|25|Cool|3}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM50]]|Overheat|Fire|Special|140|90|5|Beauty|2||'''}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM51]]|Roost|Flying|Status|—|—|10|Cool|0}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM57]]|Charge Beam|Electric|Special|50|90|10|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM58]]|Endure|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Tough|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM61]]|Will-O-Wisp|Fire|Status|—|75|15|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM68]]|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM70]]|Flash|Normal|Status|—|100|20|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM73]]|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|10|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM77]]|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Smart|0}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM82]]|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|3}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM83]]|Natural Gift|Normal|Physical|—|100|15|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM85]]|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15|Smart|1}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM87]]|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15|Cute|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM88]]|Pluck|Flying|Physical|60|100|20|Cute|0||'''}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM90]]|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Smart|1}}
{{mlentry4|[[HM02]]|Fly|Flying|Physical|95|90|15|Smart|1||'''}}
{{mlentry4|[[HM04]]|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15|Tough|3}}
{{mlentry4|[[HM05]]|Defog|Flying|Status|—|—|15|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[HM06]]|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15|Tough|2}}
{{movelist/note|4|fire|flying}}

====By [[breeding]]====
None.

====By [[Move tutor|tutoring]]====
{{tutor|fire|flying|4|2|Ho-Oh}}
{{mtentry4|Air Cutter|Flying|Special|55|95|25|Cool|3||'''|no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|AncientPower|Rock|Special|60|100|5|Tough|2|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Double-Edge|Normal|Physical|120|100|15|Tough|0|||yes|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15|Smart|1|||yes|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Earth Power|Ground|Special|90|100|10|Smart|2|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Endure|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Tough|2|||no|yes|no|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Heat Wave|Fire|Special|100|90|10|Beauty|2||'''|no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Iron Head|Steel|Physical|80|100|15|Tough|2|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Mimic|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|0|||yes|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Mud-Slap|Ground|Special|20|100|10|Cute|3|||no|yes|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Nightmare|Ghost|Status|—|100|15|Smart|2|||no|no|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Ominous Wind|Ghost|Special|60|100|5|Smart|0|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Smart|0|||no|yes|no|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Signal Beam|Bug|Special|75|100|15|Beauty|0|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|3|||no|yes|no|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Snore|Normal|Special|40|100|15|Cool|3|||no|yes|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Smart|1|||yes|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15|Cute|2|||no|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Swift|Normal|Special|60|—|20|Cool|2|||no|yes|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20|Cool|2|||yes|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Twister|Dragon|Special|40|100|20|Cool|3|||no|no|no|no|yes|}}
{{mtentry4|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15|Beauty|2|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{tutor/note|4|fire|flying}}

====Special moves====

===Side game data===
{{Side game|
type=fire |
ndex=250 |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Rare |
Dungeon=yes |
body=4 |
rate=99.9% |
area=Rainbow Peak |
P1= A vivid rainbow gives me protection! |
P2= How can this be? My HP is reduced halfway? |
P3= It's no good... Even my rainbow has faded away... |
PL= Leveled up! Let the seven colors of my rainbow blaze across the sky! |
Partner=no |
Ranger=no |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=4 |
rate2=10% |
iq=D |
}}

===Evolution===
{{evobox/0|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}

===Sprites===
{{Sprite|
type=fire|
type2=flying|
gen=2|
gender=none|
ndex=250|
name=Ho-Oh|
}}

==Trivia==
* Aside from the opening theme song, which featured {{p|Mewtwo}}, {{p|Mew}}, and the [[legendary birds]] of [[Kanto]], Ho-Oh was the first [[legendary Pokémon]] ever seen in the {{pkmn|anime}}.
** Ho-Oh is also the first {{cat|Generation II Pokémon}} to be shown in the anime, making it the first sign that the franchise would ever expand beyond 151.
* Ho-Oh's English name is a {{wp|palindrome}}; it shares this distinction with {{p|Eevee}} and {{p|Girafarig}}.
* Ho-Oh is one of eight Pokémon to have a non-alphabetic character in its name. {{p|Nidoran♀}}, {{p|Nidoran♂}}, {{p|Farfetch'd}}, {{p|Mr. Mime}}, {{p|Porygon2}}, {{p|Mime Jr.}}, and {{p|Porygon-Z}} are the other seven Pokémon.
* Ho-Oh's [[Generation IV]] sprite is similar to its [[Generation III]] sprite, except bigger. It shares this trait with {{p|Steelix}} and {{p|Magby}}.
* Ho-Oh and {{p|Raikou}} are the only [[Generation II]] [[legendary Pokémon]] to not appear in their own [[Pokémon movie]].
** Ho-Oh has appeared in cameo roles in ''[[Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' and ''[[The Rise of Darkrai]]''.
* Ho-Oh is the tallest {{type2|Fire}} Pokémon, and is tied for the highest Attack stat of them all with {{p|Flareon}}.
*At Navel Rock, Ho-Oh's overworld sprite has its bottom feathers colored blue, instead of the green feathers featured in Ho-Oh's battle sprites and Ken Sugimori artwork.

===Origin===
Ho-Oh, like {{p|Moltres}}, is based on the legend of the {{wp|Phoenix}}; unlike Moltres, it is based on the Fènghuáng (the immortal phoenix of China). Many cultures view the Phoenix as a symbol of resurrection; this is seen in Ho-Oh, which was reborn rising from [[Sacred Ash|its own ashes]] and had a hand in resurrecting {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Raikou}} and {{p|Entei}}.

On another note, the colors it bears are somewhat similar to a {{wp|Scarlet Macaw}} or {{wp|adarna}}, a mythological Filipino bird that is said to sing seven songs. Every time that the Adarna finishes a song, it defecates and turns to stone whomever it may land on. Its feathers change to a more beautiful shade, becoming more colorful and shiny just the same as Ho-Oh.
====Name origin====
Its English name is simply another way of transcribing 鳳凰 ''Hōō'', which is the Japanese word for phoenix, specifically the Chinese phoenix, or ''[[wp:Fenghuang|Fènghuáng]]''.

==In other languages==
*[[List of German Pokémon names|German]]: Ho-Oh
*[[List of French Pokémon names|French]]: Ho-Oh
*[[List of Korean Pokémon names|Korean]]: 칠색조 ''Chilsaekjo'' - Means "Seven-colored bird."

==Related Articles==
* [[Ho-Oh (anime)]]

==External links==
==Notes==
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Lugia (Pokémon)

2009-07-05T14:59:43Z

Clark Griswald:

{{PokémonPrevNext | prev=Tyranitar | next=Ho-Oh | type=psychic | type2=flying | prevnum=248 | nextnum=250 }}
{{PokémonInfobox|
name=Lugia |
jname=ルギア |
tmname=Lugia |
image=249Lugia.png|
size=200px |
caption=Artwork from HG/SS |
pron=<sc>loo-gi-yah</sc>|
ndex=249 |
jdex=247 |
hdex=384 |
typen=2 |
type1=Psychic |
type2=Flying |
species=Diving |
height-ftin=17'01" |
height-m=5.2 |
weight-lbs=476.2 |
weight-kg=216.0 |
abilityn=1 |
ability1=Pressure |
ability2= |
egggroupn=0 |
egggroup1=No eggs |
egggroup2= |
eggcycles=120 |
evsd=3 |
expyield=220 |
lv100exp=1,250,000 |
gendercode=255 |
color=White |
catchrate=3 |
body=09 |
pokefordex=lugia |
generation=2 |
footnotes=}}

'''Lugia''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ルギア''' ''Lugia'') is a dual-type {{2t|Psychic|Flying}} [[legendary Pokémon]].

It is not known to evolve into or from any other Pokémon.

Lugia is the [[version mascot]] of {{game|Silver}} and {{game|SoulSilver}}, appearing on the boxart of both.

In {{Pokémon XD}}, [[Shadow Lugia]], codenamed '''XD001''', is a main part of the storyline, and [[Cipher]]'s ultimate [[Shadow Pokémon]].

==Biology==
===Physiology===
Lugia are very large creatures which bear a resemblance to something between a dragon, a plesiosaur, and a bird. They are primarily pale silver-white, but have blue undersides with slightly varying tones. Their bodies are smooth and streamlined, with the exception of dark blue or black spike-like protrusions which run down the length of their back, and two smaller ones on the ends of their tails. It has five finger-like appendages at the end of its wings. Due to a somewhat similar appearance, they may be related to {{p|Latios}} and {{p|Latias}}.

====Gender differences====
This is a genderless species. However, unlike most legendary Pokémon, young Lugia have been observed, suggesting that there is a breeding population of these creatures.

===Special abilities===
Lugia are thought to be the leaders of the [[legendary birds]] of [[Kanto]]. Much like the birds, it possesses the ability to control the weather, most notably it can calm storms. It is said that a light flutter of their wings is capable of causing winds powerful enough to blow houses over. If it were to flap its wings it could hypothetically spawn storms lasting as much as 40 days. They are highly intelligent, and because of the devastating power it could accidentally inflict, it isolates itself deep underwater.

Lugia is the [[Signature move|only known Pokémon]] that learns {{m|Aeroblast}}.

===Behavior===
Not very much is known about the behavior of Lugia, as they are fantastically rare and elusive Pokémon. Lugia have been observed with their offspring, suggesting that unlike other [[legendary Pokémon]], they have a breeding population. They are generally calm and benevolent, it is believed the reason they tend to isolate themselves from civilization is to protect humans from their great powers. However, like all creatures, they can become enraged if they feel threatened, particularly if they are protecting their young. Because of this contact with Lugia is best done carefully, most attempts at capturing one of these magnificent creatures has ended poorly, and is ill advised as their role in regulating world climate is still not well understood.

===Habitat===
[[Image:Rare.gif|right|frame|{{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Rare Pokémon}}]]
Lugia usually live deep in the ocean, not because they are natural sea-dwellers, but because they fear that they can accidentally cause untold devastation. Lugia are typically spotted near the [[Whirl Islands]] of Johto.

===Diet===
{{main|Pokémon food}}

==In the anime==
[[Image:Pic2_(7).png|thumb|right|225px|{{OBP|Lugia|The Power of One}} in the anime]]

A {{OBP|Lugia|The Power of One}} was featured in ''[[The Power of One]]''. Its psychic powers allow it to communicate with humans.

A parent Lugia and its child (nicknamed {{jo|Silver}} by [[Oliver]]) lived near [[Silver Rock Isle]] in the [[Whirl Islands]]. [[Dr. Namba]] attempted to capture both the parent Lugia and Silver for [[Giovanni]] in ''[[EP220|The Mystery is History]]'', ''[[EP221|A Parent Trapped]]''. and ''[[EP222|A Promise is a Promise]]''. It is interesting to note that Ash and Misty (as Brock was not along with them) act as if this was their first time seeing a Lugia, as if the second movie never took place.

Lugia had a very brief cameo in ''[[Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.

Lugia is to be one of the featured Pokemon in the 13th Pokemon movie.

==In the manga==
The [[Elite Four]] tried to exterminate humans using a Lugia in the Yellow Saga. The [[Mask of Ice]] caught a Lugia, but subsequently released it.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Lugia (TCG)}}

==In the TFG==
One Lugia figure has been released.

*{{TFG|Next Quest}}: {{TFG ID|Next Quest|Lugia|6}}

==Other appearances==
[[Image:Lugia Brawl.jpg|right|thumb|Lugia in [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]]]
===[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]/[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl|Brawl]]===
When released from a [[Poké Ball]], Lugia will fly up and return in the background where it unleashes a powerful {{m|Aeroblast}} on the stage.

====Melee trophy information====
The waters of the [[Whirl Islands]] are home to this legendary Pokémon, whom very few have seen. Lugia live quietly in the deepest ocean trenches for one very good reason: its combined aerial and psychic powers are so strong as to be extremely dangerous. The special moves of this gargantuan creature include the destructive wind assault known as Aeroblast.

==Game data==
===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex
|type=psychic
|type2=flying
|gen=2
|golddex=It is said that it quietly spends its time deep at the bottom of the sea because its powers are too strong.
|silverdex=It is said to be the guardian of the seas. It is rumored to have been seen on the night of a storm.
|crystaldex=It has an incredible ability to calm raging storms. It is said that Lugia appears when storms start.
|stadium2dex=It is said that it quietly spends its time deep at the bottom of the sea because its powers are too strong.
|rubydex=Lugia's wings pack devastating power - a light fluttering of its wings can blow apart regular houses. As a result, this Pokémon chooses to live out of sight deep under the sea.
|sapphiredex=Lugia's wings pack devastating power - a light fluttering of its wings can blow apart regular houses. As a result, this Pokémon chooses to live out of sight deep under the sea.
|emeralddex=Lugia is so powerful even a light fluttering of its wings can blow apart houses. As a result, it chooses to live out of sight deep under the sea.
|firereddex=It is said to be the guardian of the seas. It is rumored to have been seen on the night of a storm.
|leafgreendex=It is said that it quietly spends its time deep at the bottom of the sea because its powers are too strong.
|diamonddex=It slumbers at the bottom of a deep trench. If it flaps its wings, it is said to cause a 40-day storm.
|pearldex=It slumbers at the bottom of a deep trench. If it flaps its wings, it is said to cause a 40-day storm.
|platinumdex=It slumbers at the bottom of a deep trench. If it flaps its wings, it is said to cause a 40-day storm.
|}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability|
type=psychic |
type2=flying |
gen=2 |
gsrarity=One |
gsarea=[[Whirl Islands]] (requires [[Silver Wing]]) |
crarity=One |
carea=[[Whirl Islands]] (requires [[Silver Wing]]) |
gen3ex=frlg|
frlgrarity=One |
frlgarea=[[Navel Rock]] (requires [[Mysticticket]]) |
erarity=One |
earea=[[Navel Rock]] (requires [[Mysticticket]]) |
xdrarity=One |
xdarea=[[Citadark Isle]] ([[Shadow Pokémon|Shadow]]) |
gen4ex=pal|
dparea=[[Pal Park]] |
ptarea=[[Pal Park]] |
hgssrarity=One |
hgssarea=[[Whirl Islands]] (requires [[Silver Wing]]) |
palarea=Mountain |
}}

====In side games====
{{SidegameAvail
|type=psychic
|type2=flying
|trozei=Random Agent Cards Mr. Who's Den
|md=[[Silver Trench]] (99F)
|md2=[[Surrounded Sea]] (B18F) (with [[Mystery Part and Secret Slab|Mystery Part or Secret Slab]] in the bag)
}}

===Base stats===
{{BaseStats|
type=psychic|
type2=flying|
HP= 106 |
Attack= 90 |
Defense=130 |
SpAtk= 90 |
SpDef= 154 |
Speed= 110 }}

===Type effectiveness===
{{DP Type effectiveness|
type1=psychic|
type2=flying|
Normal= 100 |
Fighting= 25 |
Flying= 100 |
Poison= 100 |
Ground= 0 |
Rock= 200 |
Bug= 100 |
Ghost= 200 |
Steel= 100 |

Fire= 100 |
Water= 100 |
Grass= 50 |
Electric=200 |
Psychic= 50 |
Ice= 200 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 200 |

notes=yes|
flying=yes|
newground=1}}

===Learnset===
{{learnset intro|Lugia}}
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{movelist|psychic|flying|4|2|Lugia}}
{{mlentry4|Start|Whirlwind|Normal|Status|—|100|20|Smart|0}}
{{mlentry4|9|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|15|Gust|Flying|Special|40|100|35|Smart|3||'''}}
{{mlentry4|23|Recover|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Smart|0}}
{{mlentry4|29|Hydro Pump|Water|Special|120|80|5|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|37|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5|Tough|2}}
{{mlentry4|43|Swift|Normal|Special|60|—|20|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|51|Natural Gift|Normal|Physical|—|100|15|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|57|AncientPower|Rock|Special|60|100|5|Tough|2}}
{{mlentry4|65|Extrasensory|Psychic|Special|80|100|30|Cool|2||'''}}
{{mlentry4|71|Punishment|Dark|Physical|—|100|5|Smart|1}}
{{mlentry4|79|Future Sight|Psychic|Special|80|90|15|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|85|Aeroblast|Flying|Special|100|95|5|Cool|2||'''}}
{{mlentry4|93|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20|Smart|0}}
{{mlentry4|99|Sky Attack|Flying|Physical|140|90|5|Cool|1||'''}}
{{movelist/note|4|psychic|flying}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{movelisttm|Psychic|flying|4|2|Lugia}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM03]]|Water Pulse|Water|Special|60|100|20|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM04]]|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20|Smart|0}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM05]]|Roar|Normal|Status|—|100|20|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM06]]|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|85|10|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM07]]|Hail|Ice|Status|—|—|10|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM10]]|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|—|100|15|Smart|1}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM11]]|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM13]]|Ice Beam|Ice|Special|95|100|10|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM14]]|Blizzard|Ice|Special|120|70|5|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM15]]|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM16]]|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM17]]|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|0}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM18]]|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5|Tough|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM19]]|Giga Drain|Grass|Special|60|100|10|Smart|1}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM20]]|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM21]]|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|Cute|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM23]]|Iron Tail|Steel|Physical|100|75|15|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM24]]|Thunderbolt|Electric|Special|95|100|15|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM25]]|Thunder|Electric|Special|120|70|10|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM26]]|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10|Tough|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM27]]|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|Cute|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM29]]|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10|Smart|2||'''}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM30]]|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM32]]|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM33]]|Reflect|Psychic|Status|—|—|20|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM34]]|Shock Wave|Electric|Special|60|—|20|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM37]]|Sandstorm|Rock|Status|—|—|10|Tough|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM40]]|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20|Cool|2||'''}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM42]]|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|Cute|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM43]]|Secret Power|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM44]]|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10|Cute|0}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM47]]|Steel Wing|Steel|Physical|70|90|25|Cool|3}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM48]]|Skill Swap|Psychic|Status|—|—|10|Smart|0}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM51]]|Roost|Flying|Status|—|—|10|Cool|0}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM55]]|Brine|Water|Special|65|100|10|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM57]]|Charge Beam|Electric|Special|50|90|10|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM58]]|Endure|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Tough|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM59]]|Dragon Pulse|Dragon|Special|90|100|10|Smart|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM68]]|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM70]]|Flash|Normal|Status|—|100|20|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM72]]|Avalanche|Ice|Physical|60|100|10|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM73]]|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|10|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM77]]|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Smart|0}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM82]]|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|3}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM83]]|Natural Gift|Normal|Physical|—|100|15|Cool|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM85]]|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15|Smart|1||'''}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM87]]|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15|Cute|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[TM90]]|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Smart|1}}
{{mlentry4|[[HM02]]|Fly|Flying|Physical|95|90|15|Smart|1||'''}}
{{mlentry4|[[HM03]]|Surf|Water|Special|95|100|15|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[HM04]]|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15|Tough|3}}
{{mlentry4|[[HM05]]|Defog|Flying|Status|—|—|15|Beauty|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[HM06]]|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15|Tough|2}}
{{mlentry4|[[HM07]]|Waterfall|Water|Physical|80|100|15|Tough|3}}
{{movelist/note|4|psychic|flying}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
None.

====By [[Move tutor|tutoring]]====
{{tutor|psychic|flying|4|2|Lugia}}
{{mtentry4|Air Cutter|Flying|Special|55|95|25|Cool|3||'''|no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|AncientPower|Rock|Special|60|100|5|Tough|2|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Aqua Tail|Water|Physical|90|90|10|Cute|3|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Body Slam|Normal|Physical|85|100|15|Tough|3|||yes|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Dive|Water|Physical|80|100|10|Beauty|1|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Double-Edge|Normal|Physical|120|100|15|Tough|0|||yes|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15|Smart|1||'''|yes|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Earth Power|Ground|Special|90|100|10|Smart|2|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Endure|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Tough|2|||no|yes|no|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Icy Wind|Ice|Special|55|95|15|Beauty|2|||no|yes|yes|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Iron Head|Steel|Physical|80|100|15|Tough|2|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Mimic|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|0|||yes|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Mud-Slap|Ground|Special|20|100|10|Cute|3|||no|yes|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Nightmare|Ghost|Status|—|100|15|Smart|2|||no|no|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Ominous Wind|Ghost|Special|60|100|5|Smart|0|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Smart|0|||no|yes|no|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Signal Beam|Bug|Special|75|100|15|Beauty|0|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|3|||no|yes|no|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Snore|Normal|Special|40|100|15|Cool|3|||no|yes|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Smart|1|||yes|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15|Cute|2|||no|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Swift|Normal|Special|60|—|20|Cool|2|||no|yes|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20|Cool|2|||yes|yes|yes|no|no}}
{{mtentry4|Trick|Psychic|Status|—|100|10|Smart|0|||no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{mtentry4|Twister|Dragon|Special|40|100|20|Cool|3|||no|no|no|no|yes|}}
{{mtentry4|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15|Beauty|2||'''|no|no|no|no|yes}}
{{tutor/note|4|psychic|flying}}

====Special moves====
{{Shadow moves|Xd lugia sprite|50|Shadow Blast|Shadow Down|Shadow Shed|Shadow Storm|Psycho Boost|Psychic|FeatherDance|Flying|Earthquake|Ground|Hydro Pump|Water|xd|psychic|flying}}

===Side game data===

{{Side game|
type=psychic |
ndex=249 |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Rare |
Dungeon=yes |
body=4 |
rate=99.9% |
area=Deep-Sea Current |
P1=My power is with you! |
P2=Hm! Already, my health is in half? |
P3=I'm ready to fall... Who knew my power would fail me? |
PL=My level has risen like my power. |
Partner=no |
Ranger=no |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=4 |
rate2=10% |
iq=F |
}}

===Evolution===
{{evobox/0|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}

===Sprites===
{{Sprite|
type=psychic|
type2=flying|
gen=2|
gender=none|
ndex=249|
name=Lugia|
}}

==Trivia==
*Lugia is so far the only legendary Pokémon to appear in three consecutive normal episodes of the anime.
*The fins on Lugia's back, tail, and around its eyes have been seen equally as black or blue.
*Lugia and {{p|Latias}} are the only legendary Pokémon in the anime to be seen being able to produce offspring.
*Before the introduction of {{game|Gold and Silver|s}}, Lugia was known as "Pokémon X." In the {{pkmn|anime}}, [[Dr. Namba]] also refers to Lugia as "Pokémon X."
*It is often considered to be closely related to {{p|Ho-Oh}}, even sometimes as its polar opposite, {{game3|Gold and Silver|Silver|s}} representing Lugia as "guardian of the seas", and {{game3|Gold and Silver|Gold|s}} represents Ho-Oh as "guardian of the skies."
*In {{3v2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}, Lugia has the same music as normal [[wild Pokémon]]. The same applies to {{p|Ho-Oh}}, and, in Gold and Silver, the [[legendary beasts]] (in Crystal, they have separate music from other wild Pokémon, including Lugia and Ho-Oh, which do not have separate music).
*Lugia is not the first Pokémon with its type combination in the National Dex: two other Pokémon ({{p|Natu}} and {{p|Xatu}}) come first. Also, no other Pokémon have been introduced since with the same type combination. It shares this trait with {{p|Ho-Oh}} and {{p|Celebi}}.
*Even though Lugia is the "Diving Pokémon," and can effectively use {{t|Water}} and {{type2|Ice}} moves, it is not a {{type2|Water}} Pokémon itself. It shares this trait with Dratini and Dragonair, who also live in water. Despite its species, it also can only learn the move {{m|Dive}} through [[HM]] in [[Generation III]] and [[move tutor]] in [[Generation IV]].
*Lugia is the only non-{{type2|Water}} to learn {{m|Hydro Pump}} by level-up.
*Lugia was mentioned in the {{wp|And in the End|final episode}} of {{wp|ER (TV series)|ER}}. A patient stated that "I am the Chosen One, I am Lugia."

===Origin===
Lugia is based on {{wp|Ryūjin}}, a dragon who was the Shinto god of the sea, and lived on the ocean's floor.

Appearance-wise, Lugia seems to be based on the {{wp|Stegosaurus}} (back plates and tail spikes) and the {{wp|Pleisosaurus}} (long neck and swimming ability).
====Name origin====
Lugia's name may come from ''{{wp|Lutetium}}'', a silverish element. Possibly also ''lugeo'', meaning to lie dormant, alluding to the way Lugia lies at the bottom of the sea. The Lu- may come from ''luna'', meaning moon.

==In other languages==
*[[List of German Pokémon names|German]]: Lugia
*[[List of French Pokémon names|French]]: Lugia
*[[List of Korean Pokémon names|Korean]]: 루기아 ''Lugia''

==Related Articles==
* [[Shadow Lugia]]
* [[Lugia (The Power of One)]]
* [[Silver (Johto)]]

==External links==
*[http://kari.beautiful-beast.net/lugia/ Beneath the Waves], the fanlisting for Lugia

==Notes==
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Talk:Platinum (Adventures)

2007-02-02T23:12:06Z

Clark Griswald:

No sources so I`m renaming Berlitz `The Lady` {{unsigned|Random Dude123}}
:Okay, well, if you open up a character map and check the characters like I did, you can see the characters of her name are 'Be', 'Ru', 'Ri', 'Tu', and 'Tu'. So, um, I think it's assumable there's SOME source on it.
:On another note, though, before changing it to something like 'The Lady', you should wait and see, because that's really a terrible and non-specific name for an article.
:And on another note, that's NOT how you move articles. --[[User:Pie|Pie]] 22:12, 2 December 2006 (UTC)
Were did you find this infomation?
-Random Dude132
:Have you ever considered that some of us actually go out to buy and read this stuff? - [[User:Zhen Lin|振霖]][[User talk:Zhen Lin|T]] 07:58, 3 December 2006 (UTC)

:And besides, look at these three pages about the new main cast: [http://netkun.com/pockemon/zukann/ha_zukann/zukann_ho_01.html 1] [http://netkun.com/pockemon/zukann/na_zukann/zukann_na_01.html 2] [http://netkun.com/pockemon/zukann/ha_zukann/zukann_hi_01.html 3]

== Anyone think her first name will be Opal? ==

Since this would work for the third version, with Giritina as the cover pokemon. Not only does Opal actually work for a girl's name, but it also associated with Giritina. —The preceding unsigned comment was added by [[User:Clark Griswald|Clark Griswald]] ([[User talk:Clark Griswald|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Clark Griswald|contribs]]).
:It doesn't matter what we think. If it's not canon, all there can be is baseless speculation. What if they do a third version with a green stone instead, like Jade? That's a girl's name, too. And it's {{p|Giratina}}. Don't worry, we'll know in due time. Plus... you oughta capitalize Pokémon and use the accented e. It's down in the character pallete, or you could hit Alt + 130 to generate it as you type. [[User:TTEchidna|Tom Temprotran]] 00:05, 24 December 2006 (UTC)
::Actually, it's more correct to use the ASCII equivalent, alt+0233 (don't forget the zero) [[User:Hangfromthefloor|Hangfromthefloor]] 10:02, 3 January 2007 (UTC)
:I know it's just an assumption, but doesn't it APPEAR to be true? Giratina's association with Girasol and thus a pearl. I mean, I don't see anything related to Jade around. —The preceding unsigned comment was added by [[User:Clark Griswald|Clark Griswald]] ([[User talk:Clark Griswald|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Clark Griswald|contribs]]).
::Well, you never know. It may be a valid assumption, and it may end up true, but we can't risk putting something that's not a concrete fact here. Heck, I think the third could very well be Ivory, as that's an organic stubstance that's considered to be a precious thing, much like pearls are. As for the diamonds, they're grouped with rubies, sapphires, and emeralds as the precious gemstones. Plus, if it were Ivory, it would relate to {{p|Arseus}} in its color, and not to mention, that Dialga and Palkia are said to be two halves of it. Nintendo is, as always, trying to screw with us. From all of the GS references in FRLG and DP, many think there'll be a remake of the second gen. But as long as it's unknown, there's no place for it on an encyclopedia of Pokémon. The same goes for the timeline relation between RBYGSC and RSEDP. Many THEORIZE that the three-year gap came into play once again, but there's very little concrete facts until we get an official English translation. The only thing we know for sure is that Nintendo's doing a third version. They've done it the past three generations, first time they didn't was FRLG, because some might expect an OceanBlue, and others might expect ThunderYellow. Or at least, that's my theory. I see where yours comes from, and I do think that it could possibly be Opal. But then, we'd risk an edit war over the most trivial unannounced information: What the name of the third version of DP will be. And then... everyone will just throw in random things they thought of on a whim.

::Plus, who knows, maybe they'll do like GSC and not have a related Pokémon on the third box. Suicune is most certainly unrelated to Lugia, and is some sort of subservient being to Ho-Oh. All I'm saying is just wait. We'll know in time, and then, if you get here first, you can move the article to whatever the name is. I'm not making any promises that you will be, but I'm absolutely sure that we'll know Berlitz's first name soon. Whether it's Jade, Opal, Ivory, or whatever, that's up to Nintendo. I do see that there are good points to make it either Opal or Ivory, though. Both Giratina and Arseus have connections to Dialga and Palkia, through type and legends. And whichever is better in Nintendo's eyes will be it, I suppose.

::Still. Just wait. Watch Pokémon news sites. Pay attention to different sources. Once Nintendo lets it out there, it'll be everywhere soon after. [[User:TTEchidna|Tom Temprotran]] 06:27, 28 December 2006 (UTC)

<Gives a round of applause>--[[User:Pokencyclopedia|Pokencyclopedia]] 16:56, 28 December 2006 (UTC)

:Bravo my good sir. I was never saying that it SHOULD be added right away, merely speculation on the matter. Besides, you've done quite well in explaining yourself, and I can't help but admire you for all you have to say. —The preceding unsigned comment was added by [[User:Clark Griswald|Clark Griswald]] ([[User talk:Clark Griswald|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Clark Griswald|contribs]]).

::Hey, I try. I'd probably do the same thing if this was back in Gen III before Emerald, even though I always figured that it was a for sure thing that it would be. Can't say that I didn't doubt that Nintendo would somehow come up with a way-out-there idea for the third version, though, that wouldn't have Rayquaza on it, like a Topaz, to go with Yellow like RS do with RB. That turned into FRLG, though, which was a pretty big upset either way.

::...fact is, there's nothing stopping Nintendo from making Amethyst Version with {{p|Crecelia}} on it, Amethyst was once up there with diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and emeralds as the most precious of the gems. Heck, that'd be a reference back to the GSC mascots much like RSE was back to RGB. We'd have x49, x50, and one of the run-around-the-region guys, whereas last time, we had three totally related ones, just like in RGB.

::So yeah, could be anything in the world, especially with 14 legendaries that could be on the cover. Whatever it is, though, it'll be a surprise. And psssssst. Don't forget to put four tildes (~) in a row to sign your comments. [[User:TTEchidna|Tom Temprotran]] 01:15, 29 December 2006 (UTC)

:::It might possibly be Quartz, from the ''tz'' in Berli''tz''. I haven't heard much or followed a lot of Generation IV news, so I probably wouldn't be the one to figure this out. [[User:Hangfromthefloor|Hangfromthefloor]] 10:02, 3 January 2007 (UTC)

::So, I'm running some polls about this topic out of boredom, and you'd be surprised to see just how many people are convinced that the next version will be Opal/Girasol. A lot of them are even jerks about other versions existing. And I mean, Amethyst is believable, but it's just that Giritina is like Rayquaza in a lot of ways, and also relates to the dragons. Now ivory? They wouldn't release a version about an event pokemon. And Crescelia? I'm just not convinced, because that would deal with another event one. [[User:Clark Griswald|Clark Griswald]] 23:12, 2 February 2007 (UTC)

Talk:Platinum (Adventures)

2006-12-28T17:01:47Z

Clark Griswald:

Talk:Platinum (Adventures)

2006-12-24T16:19:23Z

Clark Griswald:

Talk:Platinum (Adventures)

2006-12-23T22:54:58Z

Clark Griswald: Anyone think her first name will be Opal?