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A new concept introduced in GPX+, novelties, are Pokémon that have been "transformed". In other words, their sprite has been altered so that the Pokémon does not looked the same. An example of this is Valentacool. A Valentacool is a Tentacool that is a pink color and has hearts on it's upper body. These novelties are generally rarer then regular Pokémon, although not as rare as legendaries.
A new concept introduced in GPX+, novelties, are Pokémon that have been "transformed". In other words, their sprite has been altered so that the Pokémon does not looked the same. An example of this is Valentacool. A Valentacool is a Tentacool that is a pink color and has hearts on it's upper body. These novelties are generally rarer then regular Pokémon, although not as rare as legendaries.
Another aspect of GPX+ are Explorations. Explorations can be accessed through the Explorations tab in the Pokétch. Explorations are missions you can go on to get something that is usually fairly rare. There are two types of Explorations: Normal and Special. Special Explorations are harder missions that give a reward that is usually a legendary or rare novelty. Normal Explorations are easier and give something more common, like a common novelty or a uncommon Pokémon. All Explorations have an embarkment fee you must pay, and you must meet certain requirements to go on the Exploration.


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Revision as of 17:59, 19 December 2010

GTS Plus
GTS Plus Banner.png
The Website Banner
Language English
Status Active
Run 2007 - Present
Date opened June 11 2007
Creator Zerxer
Current owner {{{owner}}}
Forum GTS Plus forums
Mascot Zergoose
Website Main Page

Global Trade Station Plus, commonly known as GTSPlus or simply GTS+, is an English Pokémon community. It is well known for its Trade Station, as well as its sister site, Global PokédeX Plus. The website was co-founded by three members of a Fire Emblem fan-site, created on the 11th June 2007, and later opened to the public on the 1st July 2007.

History

GTSPlus, along with its trade station, was first launched in July 2007 with high hopes of becoming a Wi-Fi staple. Despite offering a range of interactive features, activity stayed fairly low in its opening months. The site continued to grow however, further developing its Gallery and Pokédex in mid-2008 which garnered a rise in activity. Partly due to word of mouth, the forums became a commonplace for website and general Pokémon discussion at which point the total recorded trade-count had reached 100. Around late 2008 the website was upgraded to its current V2.0. Along with the upgrade came the interactive tab, bringing about mass speculation as to what this button was for.

It was not until 2009 that activity really took off. Valentine's Day 2009, Febuary 14th, saw the launch of its sister site, Global Pokédex Plus. More casually referred to as GPXPlus or GPX+, the unique adoptables website allowed users to adopt Pokémon Eggs to hatch, raise, and evolve them through "clicking" other members' parties. This feature attracted a surprising amount of new members, and in just a few months the website garnered thousands of active members. With its continually growing member base, most of the website's updates are concentrated on GPXPlus.

Special events were once held monthly, allowing members to obtain rare Legendary and Novelty Pokémon that are otherwise unobtainable; however, they have now been replaced by "Explorations". There are two types of Explorations with varied difficulty: "Special Explorations" can be very difficult and have higher requirements to start, while "Normal Explorations" will be more easily accessible. Different Explorations will be cycled in and out on a monthly basis, so if a member is unable to complete an exploration within the month that it is available they can try again the next time it comes around.

Global Pokédex Plus

The gameplay mechanics are simple. Most users are trying to attain one or more of three main goals:

  • Rank highly on the statistics boards
  • Obtain Eggdex and Pokedex entries for every Pokémon known
  • Obtain all of the achievements possible on the site

There are also eight main sections/functions of GPX+, with each being linked at the top of the page.

  • Lab - The Lab displays a list of Pokémon eggs that may be claimed through "egg descriptions". Several legendaries may also be summoned through "summoning items" in the Lab. Any egg may appear hear, but legendaries such as Deoxys require a lot of time to find.
  • Shelter - The Shelter is divided into three sections - the Egg Shelter, the Safari Zone, and the Dream World. The Egg shelter shows all eggs bred or released by other users, and the Safari Zone shows all Pokémon released by other users. The Dream World, recently introduced after Generation V was brought onto the site, shows all Generation V Pokémon (introduced in Black/White). Note that both eggs and Pokémon will appear here.
  • Pokétch - The Pokétch provides a variety of functions, including access to the user's Party, Daycare, and various other functions. Access to the underground, initiating "shiny hunts" through the Shine Recorder, Daycare, user statistics, Explorations, interactions, Pokéwalker, achievements, inventory, journal, released Pokémon, bred Pokémon, signature image codes, Pal Pad, friend recorder, and Vs. Seeker is located here. Some functions such as the Vs. Seeker and the Shine Recorder must be bought in the shop before they can be used.
  • Dex - The Pokédex shows a list of all Pokémon the user has obtained data for. This includes Egg Data, which is obtained through hatching an egg of a certain species, and Pokémon Data, which can be obtained through the same process, or adopting a Pokémon from the shelter. The Dex also lists Dex completion stats, evolution information, and also features an in-depth sorting system.
  • PC - Pokémon that aren't in a user's party are stored here. The default PC has 25 boxes, with each storing up to 24 Pokémon, but an additional 15 extra PC boxes may be bought in the store. You may not store Pokémon eggs in here, to prevent users from hoarding. Also, you may show off your PC boxes on your signature on the GTS+ forums.
  • Shop - Items such as battle equipment for the Vs. Seeker (Black Belt, Dragon Fang, etc.), accounts upgrades, miscellaneous items and evolution items can be found in the shop. The shop's stock changes every 12 hours at 6:00am and 6:00pm. The shop also contains a section for accessories and a backroom section which may be unlocked after obtaining a Secret Key. Accessories may be used to dress up Pokémon, and the Backroom displays items sold off by other members. The Backroom will sell items that are not for sale in the shop for about 33% off.
  • Stats - The statistics page is a detailed list of site totals, daily totals, and various "top tens". Many users compete to earn a spot on these lists.
  • Help - The help section and FAQ.

Points (the currency used in game) can be gathered through clicking and interacting with other Pokémon and eggs to give them maturity. They are awarded when achievements are unlocked, and every time a Pokémon is leveled to 100, or a new egg is adopted.

A new concept introduced in GPX+, novelties, are Pokémon that have been "transformed". In other words, their sprite has been altered so that the Pokémon does not looked the same. An example of this is Valentacool. A Valentacool is a Tentacool that is a pink color and has hearts on it's upper body. These novelties are generally rarer then regular Pokémon, although not as rare as legendaries.

Staff

Administrators

  • Zerxer - One of the coders for GPX+
  • Big Bidoof - One of the coders for GPX+
  • Wymsy - Handles art and monthly events

Global Moderators

  • Black Ice
  • Lord Raven
  • Pokii
  • Letan
  • ChroniclerC
  • Icicle
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