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A '''living Pokédex''' is a [[Pokémon games|game]] which not only has a complete [[Pokédex]], but has one of every available species of [[Pokémon]] stored in its [[PC]] boxes as well, usually in their [[List of Pokémon by National Dex number|National Dex order]].  It follows the most literal interpretation of the former slogan of the series, "[[Gotta Catch 'em All!]]".  It is considered a holy grail among some [[collector]]s.  Among others, it is considered a waste of time and box space.
A '''living Pokédex''' is a fan term for a [[Pokémon games|game]] which not only has a complete [[Pokédex]], but has one of every available species of {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} stored in its [[PC]] boxes as well, usually in their [[List of Pokémon by National Pokédex number|National Pokédex order]].  It follows the most literal interpretation of the slogan of the series, "[[Gotta catch 'em all!]]".  


Perhaps one of the most challenging questions is not how to obtain a living Pokédex, since that is mostly a matter of patience and access to multiple games, but rather what to do with the living Pokédex once it is complete. In particular, in this instance, or with any large Pokémon collection in general, the question of storage arises.
Perhaps one of the most challenging questions is what to do with the living Pokédex once it is complete. In particular, in this instance, or with any large Pokémon collection in general, the question of storage arises.


In [[Generation III]], [[Pokémon Box Ruby & Sapphire|Pokémon Box]] was introduced, which allowed players to store their large collections without worrying about taking up PC space; in fact, players were rewarded for transferring more Pokémon into Pokémon Box, making the living Pokédex goal more appealling.
In [[Generation I]] and [[Generation II]], the [[Pokémon Stadium series|Pokémon Stadium games]] could be used to store large amounts of Pokémon for the purpose of a living Pokédex.


However, since the onset of [[Generation IV]], no new edition of Pokémon Box has been released, stunting the collection size of many collectors.  Those who aim to complete a living Pokédex, particularly one with [[form differences]], must do so while sacrificing most of their box space which could be used for multiple [[legendary Pokémon|rare and valuable Pokémon]], [[alternate coloration|shiny Pokémon]], and [[Pokémon training|trained Pokémon]]. To create a living Pokédex with one of every specie, as well as all {{p|Unown}}, {{p|Shellos}}, {{p|Gastrodon}}, {{p|Burmy}}, {{p|Wormadam}}, and {{p|Deoxys}} forms, one is only left with 11 box spaces, leaving one with only enough space for 12 of the 17 {{p|Arceus}} forms. Of course, these other Pokémon could be [[trading|traded]] to another game, which players who aspire to obtain a living Pokédex probably already have in order to obtain [[version-exclusive Pokémon]].
In [[Generation III]], [[Pokémon Box Ruby & Sapphire|Pokémon Box]] was introduced, which allowed players to store their large collections without worrying about taking up PC space; in fact, players were rewarded for transferring more Pokémon into Pokémon Box, making the living Pokédex goal more appealing.
 
In [[Generation IV]], players can use [[My Pokémon Ranch]] to store up to 1000 Pokémon, and up to 1500 with the [[My Pokémon Ranch#Platinum update|updated version]]. Unlike Pokémon Stadium games and Pokémon Box, players could not use My Pokémon Ranch to transfer large amounts of Pokémon from one game to another very quickly.
 
In [[Generation V]], there was no storage "game" available. However, trading between boxes could facilitate more trades per session. Also, beginning with [[Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2]], players could obtain additional rewards for completing the Pokédex.  
 
In [[Generation VI]] and [[Generation VII]], [[Pokémon Bank]] can store up to 3000 Pokémon online. The ability to transfer many Pokémon between games was restored.
 
==Related articles==
* [[List of Pokémon by availability]]
* [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)]]
* [[Pokémon Stadium (English)]]
* [[Pokémon Stadium 2]]
* [[Pokémon Box Ruby & Sapphire]]
* [[My Pokémon Ranch]]
* [[Pokémon Bank]]
 
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Revision as of 13:45, 20 February 2017

A living Pokédex is a fan term for a game which not only has a complete Pokédex, but has one of every available species of Pokémon stored in its PC boxes as well, usually in their National Pokédex order. It follows the most literal interpretation of the slogan of the series, "Gotta catch 'em all!".

Perhaps one of the most challenging questions is what to do with the living Pokédex once it is complete. In particular, in this instance, or with any large Pokémon collection in general, the question of storage arises.

In Generation I and Generation II, the Pokémon Stadium games could be used to store large amounts of Pokémon for the purpose of a living Pokédex.

In Generation III, Pokémon Box was introduced, which allowed players to store their large collections without worrying about taking up PC space; in fact, players were rewarded for transferring more Pokémon into Pokémon Box, making the living Pokédex goal more appealing.

In Generation IV, players can use My Pokémon Ranch to store up to 1000 Pokémon, and up to 1500 with the updated version. Unlike Pokémon Stadium games and Pokémon Box, players could not use My Pokémon Ranch to transfer large amounts of Pokémon from one game to another very quickly.

In Generation V, there was no storage "game" available. However, trading between boxes could facilitate more trades per session. Also, beginning with Pokémon Black 2 and White 2, players could obtain additional rewards for completing the Pokédex.

In Generation VI and Generation VII, Pokémon Bank can store up to 3000 Pokémon online. The ability to transfer many Pokémon between games was restored.

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