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[[File:Key Dowsing MCHN Sprite.png|thumb|Obtain sprite from the Generation V games]] | [[File:Key Dowsing MCHN Sprite.png|thumb|Obtain sprite from the Generation V games]] | ||
The ''' | [[File:RG Itemfinder.png|thumb|180px|Itemfinder artwork from {{game|Red and Green|s}}]] | ||
The '''Dowsing Machine''' (Japanese: '''ダウジングマシン''' ''Dowsing Machine''), referred to as the '''Itemfinder''' prior to [[Generation IV]] and as the '''Dowsing MCHN''' in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}} and the [[Generation V]] games, is a [[Key Item]] used to detect hidden items in the vicinity of the user. The way in which it detects items and provides feedback greatly varies between games. | |||
==In the games== | ==In the games== | ||
{{incomplete|section|More information on how it is used in Gen I-IV; image of touch screen from HGSS/Gen V}} | |||
===Generation I=== | ===Generation I=== | ||
A form of the Itemfinder has been present in all main series {{pkmn|games}} since [[Generation I]]. | A form of the Itemfinder has been present in all main series {{pkmn|games}} since [[Generation I]]. | ||
In {{game2|Red|Blue|Yellow}}, the Itemfinder is given out by one of [[Professor Oak]]'s aides in the [[gate]] on {{rt|11|Kanto}} if the {{player}} has 30 or more Pokémon caught in their [[Pokédex]]. It is a [[ | In {{game2|Red|Blue|Yellow}}, the Itemfinder is given out by one of [[Professor Oak]]'s aides in the [[gate]] on {{rt|11|Kanto}} if the {{player}} has 30 or more Pokémon caught in their [[Pokédex]]. It is a [[Key Item]]. | ||
===Generation II=== | ===Generation II=== | ||
In {{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}, the Itemfinder is similar to that of Generation I. As with other | In {{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}, the Itemfinder is similar to that of Generation I. As with other Key Items in [[Generation II]] (and following), the Itemfinder can be set to the Select button and easily accessed. It is given out by a man in [[Ecruteak City]]. | ||
===Generation III=== | ===Generation III=== | ||
[[File:Bag Itemfinder Sprite.png|frame|right]] | [[File:Bag Itemfinder Sprite.png|frame|right]] | ||
In {{game2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}}, the Itemfinder is obtained on {{rt|110|Hoenn}} after defeating [[Professor Birch]]'s child, {{ga|May}} or {{ga|Brendan}}, in a battle. | In {{game2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}}, the Itemfinder is obtained on {{rt|110|Hoenn}} after defeating [[Professor Birch]]'s child, {{ga|May}} or {{ga|Brendan}}, in a battle. | ||
In {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}, the Itemfinder can be found in the same place as in Generation I; it is given out by one of [[Professor Oak]]'s aides in the [[gate]] on {{rt|11|Kanto}} if the {{player}} has 30 or more Pokémon caught in their [[Pokédex]]. Unlike in other games, there are some items which require the Itemfinder to be used to obtain them, rather than simply being easier to find using it. These items cannot be detected by the Itemfinder, except when standing on top of them, at which point the item will be automatically obtained. In total, there are six items that can be found using this method: | In {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}, the Itemfinder can be found in the same place as in Generation I; it is given out by one of [[Professor Oak]]'s aides in the [[gate]] on {{rt|11|Kanto}} if the {{player}} has 30 or more Pokémon caught in their [[Pokédex]]. Unlike in other games, there are some items which require the Itemfinder to be used to obtain them, rather than simply being easier to find using it. These items cannot be detected by the Itemfinder, except when standing on top of them, at which point the item will be automatically obtained. In total, there are six items that can be found using this method: | ||
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===Generation IV=== | ===Generation IV=== | ||
The Dowsing Machines in [[Generation IV]] are slightly different to those of previous generations; they make use of the [[Nintendo DS]]'s touch screen. | |||
In {{game2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}}, the [[Pokétch]]'s {{DL|Pokétch|Dowsing Machine}} app replaces the functions of the Itemfinder and is given at {{rt|207|Sinnoh}} by {{ga|Dawn}}/{{ga|Lucas}} upon arrival in the area. | In {{game2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}}, the [[Pokétch]]'s {{DL|Pokétch|Dowsing Machine}} app replaces the functions of the Itemfinder and is given at {{rt|207|Sinnoh}} by {{ga|Dawn}}/{{ga|Lucas}} upon arrival in the area. | ||
In {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}, | [[File:Bag Dowsing MCHN IV Sprite.png|frame|right]] | ||
In {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}, it is known as the '''Dowsing MCHN''' and again uses the touch screen to locate items. As with the Itemfinder in Gold and Silver, the Dowsing MCHN is obtained in [[Ecruteak City]]. | |||
====Pokéwalker==== | ====Pokéwalker==== | ||
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===Generation V=== | ===Generation V=== | ||
[[File:Bag Dowsing MCHN Sprite.png|frame|right]] | [[File:Bag Dowsing MCHN Sprite.png|frame|right]] | ||
In {{4v|Black|White}}, | In {{4v|Black|White}}, it is once again known as the Dowsing MCHN. While it still appears on the touch screen when in use, it no longer takes any input from stylus touches and uses the screen for display purposes only. Arrows show the direction of the place of the hidden item. In {{2v2|Black|White}}, it is received from [[Bianca]] after defeating the [[Nacrene Gym]]; in {{2v2|Black|White|2}}, it is received from Bianca in the [[gate]] connecting [[Castelia City]] with {{rt|4|Unova}}. | ||
===Generation VI=== | |||
In {{g|X and Y}} and {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}, the Dowsing Machine works entirely differently from previous titles. | |||
[[File:Bag Dowsing Machine XY Sprite.png|frame|right]] | |||
In X and Y, the Dowsing Machine takes the form of two rods that the player character holds in each hand that project the current forward. Once used, the rods project two streams of electric current in the air ahead as the character walks around. This current changes color depending on if the player is facing the direction of a hidden item and how close they are to it. The color cycles through blue, to green, to orange, with a musical chime playing when the color changes to let the player know they are getting close. When the player is directly in front of a hidden item, the electric currents cross each other and turn red, and a different musical chime plays. It is received on {{rt|8|Kalos}} from a woman after defeating the {{tc|Team Flare Grunt}}s in [[Glittering Cave]]. | |||
[[File:Bag Dowsing Machine ORAS Sprite.png|frame|right]] | |||
In Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, the Dowsing Machine is worn on the head with two electrodes protruding from the top. The electrodes change color as in X and Y as the player approaches a hidden item, and the electrodes turn red and vibrate when the player is directly in front of a hidden item. While wearing the Dowsing Machine, the player cannot sneak. The Dowsing Machine cannot be used [[underwater]] nor in most buildings. The player cannot ride a [[Bicycle]] or {{m|Surf}} and use the Dowsing Machine simultaneously. As in Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald, the Dowsing Machine is obtained on {{rt|110|Hoenn}} after defeating [[Professor Birch]]'s child, {{ga|May}} or {{ga|Brendan}}, in a battle. | |||
===Flavor text=== | ===Flavor text=== | ||
{{movedesc|key items}} | {{movedesc|key items}} | ||
{{movedescentry|{{ | {{movedescentry|{{gameabbrevss|Stad}}|A machine for searching items on the ground.}} | ||
{{movedescentry|{{ | {{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev2|GSC}}|Checks for unseen items in the area.}} | ||
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev3|RSE}}|A device that signals an invisible item by sound.}} | {{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev3|RSE}}|A device that signals an invisible item by sound.}} | ||
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev3|FRLG}}|A device used for finding items. If there is a hidden item nearby when it is used, it emits a signal.}} | {{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev3|FRLG}}|A device used for finding items. If there is a hidden item nearby when it is used, it emits a signal.}} | ||
{{movedescentry|{{ | {{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev4|HGSS}}<br>{{gameabbrev5|BWB2W2}}|It checks for unseen items in the area and makes noise and lights when it finds something.}} | ||
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev6|XY}}|It searches for hidden items in the area and emits different lights and sounds when it detects something.}} | |||
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev6|ORAS}}|This high-tech machine shows the location of invisible items. It's attached to the head when in use.}} | |||
|} | |} | ||
|}{{left clear}} | |}{{left clear}} | ||
==In the anime== | ==In the anime== | ||
[[File: | {{incomplete|section|Japanese name of Treasure Detector}} | ||
In ''[[EP181|A Ghost of a Chance]]'', [[James]] buys an item called a "Treasure Detector", | [[File:Dowsing Machine anime.png|thumb|200px|Treasure Detector]] | ||
In ''[[EP181|A Ghost of a Chance]]'', [[James]] buys an item called a "Treasure Detector", which is a pair of dowsing rods that are based on the in-game item Itemfinder. He attempted to find some treasures at the [[Burned Tower]]. | |||
In ''[[EP182|From Ghost to Ghost]]'', the Treasure Detector got Team Rocket trapped by a group of {{p|Gastly}}. | In ''[[EP182|From Ghost to Ghost]]'', the Treasure Detector got Team Rocket trapped by a group of {{p|Gastly}}. | ||
In ''[[DP148|Try for the Family Stone!]]'', James used his Treasure Detector again to find a {{evostone|Dusk Stone}}. | In ''[[DP148|Try for the Family Stone!]]'', James used his Treasure Detector again to find a {{evostone|Dusk Stone}}. | ||
{{-}} | |||
==In the manga== | ==In the manga== | ||
===Pokémon Adventures=== | [[File:Itemfinder Adventures.png|thumb|220px|An Itemfinder in Pokémon Adventures]] | ||
In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, {{adv|Red}} | ===In the Pokémon Adventures manga=== | ||
In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, {{adv|Red}} used an Itemfinder to locate the hidden [[HM]] containing the move {{m|Surf}}, coming across and being attacked by a wild {{p|Dragonite}} in the process. | |||
Later, {{adv|Diamond}} used the Dowsing Machine app on his Pokétch to track down a wild {{p|Lickilicky}}'s hiding place. | |||
{{-}} | |||
==In the TCG== | ==In the TCG== | ||
[[File:BS74ItemFinder.jpg|thumb| | [[File:BS74ItemFinder.jpg|thumb|200px|The Itemfinder card]] | ||
The following is a list of cards named either '''Item Finder''' or '''Dowsing Machine'''. | The following is a list of cards named either '''Item Finder''' or '''Dowsing Machine'''. | ||
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==In other languages== | ==In other languages== | ||
{{langtable|color={{key items color light}}|bordercolor={{key items color dark}} | {{langtable|color={{key items color light}}|bordercolor={{key items color dark}} | ||
|de=Detektor | |de=Itemradar{{tt|*|Generation IV onwards}}<br>Detektor{{tt|*|Generations I-III}} | ||
|fr=Cherch'Objet | |fr=Cherch'Objet | ||
|it=Detector | |it=Ricerca Strum.{{tt|*|Generation IV}}<br>Ricerca Str.{{tt|*|HeartGold, SouSilver, and Generation V}}<br>Ricerca Strumenti{{tt|*|Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum}}<br>Detector{{tt|*|Generations I-III}} | ||
|es=Buscaobjetos | |es=Zahorí{{tt|*|Generation IV onwards}}<br>Buscaobjetos{{tt|*|Generations I-III}} | ||
|ko=다우징머신 ''Dowsing Machine'' | |ko=다우징머신 ''Dowsing Machine'' | ||
|pt_br=Máquina de Prospecção | |||
}} | }} | ||
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[[Category:Equipment]] | [[Category:Equipment]] | ||
[[Category:Items]] | [[Category:Items]] | ||
[[Category:Key | [[Category:Key Items]] | ||
[[de: | [[de:Basis-Items (Gen. 3)#Detektor]] | ||
[[fr: | [[fr:Cherch'Objet]] | ||
[[it:Detector]] | [[it:Detector]] | ||
[[ja:ダウジングマシン]] | [[ja:ダウジングマシン (どうぐ)]] | ||
[[zh:探宝器（道具）]] | [[zh:探宝器（道具）]] | ||
Revision as of 18:16, 19 June 2016
The Dowsing Machine (Japanese: ダウジングマシン Dowsing Machine), referred to as the Itemfinder prior to Generation IV and as the Dowsing MCHN in Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver and the Generation V games, is a Key Item used to detect hidden items in the vicinity of the user. The way in which it detects items and provides feedback greatly varies between games.
In the games
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This section is incomplete. Please feel free to edit this section to add missing information and complete it. Reason: More information on how it is used in Gen I-IV; image of touch screen from HGSS/Gen V |
Generation I
A form of the Itemfinder has been present in all main series games since Generation I.
In Pokémon Red, Blue, and Yellow, the Itemfinder is given out by one of Professor Oak's aides in the gate on Route 11 if the player has 30 or more Pokémon caught in their Pokédex. It is a Key Item.
Generation II
In Pokémon Gold, Silver, and Crystal, the Itemfinder is similar to that of Generation I. As with other Key Items in Generation II (and following), the Itemfinder can be set to the Select button and easily accessed. It is given out by a man in Ecruteak City.
Generation III
In Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald, the Itemfinder is obtained on Route 110 after defeating Professor Birch's child, May or Brendan, in a battle.
In Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, the Itemfinder can be found in the same place as in Generation I; it is given out by one of Professor Oak's aides in the gate on Route 11 if the player has 30 or more Pokémon caught in their Pokédex. Unlike in other games, there are some items which require the Itemfinder to be used to obtain them, rather than simply being easier to find using it. These items cannot be detected by the Itemfinder, except when standing on top of them, at which point the item will be automatically obtained. In total, there are six items that can be found using this method:
- The Soothe Bell in the Pokémon Tower after having rescued Mr. Fuji
- The Leftovers on Routes 12 and 16 after having fought against each route's respective Snorlax
- The Macho Brace in Viridian Gym after Giovanni disappears
- The PP Max on Cape Brink, located on a single patch of ground surrounded by the lake
- The Sacred Ash on Navel Rock after having fought against Ho-Oh
Generation IV
The Dowsing Machines in Generation IV are slightly different to those of previous generations; they make use of the Nintendo DS's touch screen.
In Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum, the Pokétch's Dowsing Machine app replaces the functions of the Itemfinder and is given at Route 207 by Dawn/Lucas upon arrival in the area.
In Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver, it is known as the Dowsing MCHN and again uses the touch screen to locate items. As with the Itemfinder in Gold and Silver, the Dowsing MCHN is obtained in Ecruteak City.
Pokéwalker
- Main article: Pokéwalker
On the Pokéwalker there is an option to use the Dowsing Machine, which allows the player to obtain items. It costs 3 watts to play. In this mini game, the player gets two guesses. After getting the first guess wrong, the game gives a message regarding whether the item is adjacent to the selected spot or not.
Generation V
In Black, White, Black 2, and White 2, it is once again known as the Dowsing MCHN. While it still appears on the touch screen when in use, it no longer takes any input from stylus touches and uses the screen for display purposes only. Arrows show the direction of the place of the hidden item. In Black and White, it is received from Bianca after defeating the Nacrene Gym; in Black 2 and White 2, it is received from Bianca in the gate connecting Castelia City with Route 4.
Generation VI
In Pokémon X and Y and Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, the Dowsing Machine works entirely differently from previous titles.
In X and Y, the Dowsing Machine takes the form of two rods that the player character holds in each hand that project the current forward. Once used, the rods project two streams of electric current in the air ahead as the character walks around. This current changes color depending on if the player is facing the direction of a hidden item and how close they are to it. The color cycles through blue, to green, to orange, with a musical chime playing when the color changes to let the player know they are getting close. When the player is directly in front of a hidden item, the electric currents cross each other and turn red, and a different musical chime plays. It is received on Route 8 from a woman after defeating the Team Flare Grunts in Glittering Cave.
In Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, the Dowsing Machine is worn on the head with two electrodes protruding from the top. The electrodes change color as in X and Y as the player approaches a hidden item, and the electrodes turn red and vibrate when the player is directly in front of a hidden item. While wearing the Dowsing Machine, the player cannot sneak. The Dowsing Machine cannot be used underwater nor in most buildings. The player cannot ride a Bicycle or Surf and use the Dowsing Machine simultaneously. As in Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald, the Dowsing Machine is obtained on Route 110 after defeating Professor Birch's child, May or Brendan, in a battle.
Flavor text
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In the anime
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This section is incomplete. Please feel free to edit this section to add missing information and complete it. Reason: Japanese name of Treasure Detector |
In A Ghost of a Chance, James buys an item called a "Treasure Detector", which is a pair of dowsing rods that are based on the in-game item Itemfinder. He attempted to find some treasures at the Burned Tower.
In From Ghost to Ghost, the Treasure Detector got Team Rocket trapped by a group of Gastly.
In Try for the Family Stone!, James used his Treasure Detector again to find a Dusk Stone.
In the manga
In the Pokémon Adventures manga
In the Pokémon Adventures manga, Red used an Itemfinder to locate the hidden HM containing the move Surf, coming across and being attacked by a wild Dragonite in the process.
Later, Diamond used the Dowsing Machine app on his Pokétch to track down a wild Lickilicky's hiding place.
In the TCG
The following is a list of cards named either Item Finder or Dowsing Machine.
| Related cards Cards listed with a blue background are only legal to use in the current Expanded format. Cards listed with a green background are legal to use in both the current Standard and Expanded formats. | |||||||
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| Card | Type | English Expansion |
Rarity | # | Japanese Expansion |
Rarity | # |
| Item Finder | T | Base Set | 
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74/102 | Expansion Pack |
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| Base Set 2 |
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103/130 | |||||
| Dowsing Machine | I | Plasma Storm | 
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128/135 | Plasma Gale |
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069/070 |
Trivia
- In Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum, some hidden items can only be revealed by touching their exact location on the Dowsing Machine, instead of just nearby it. These include the Odd Keystone hidden in Twinleaf Town, the Suite Key at the Hotel Grand Lake, and hidden Max Revives.
In other languages
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